We stayed the night at Derek and Erica's on our way to pick up Lily. Good times!
Monday, November 8, 2010
IT'S A BIRD, IT'S A PLANE,
it's Mr. Incredible!
We stayed the night at Derek and Erica's on our way to pick up Lily. Good times!
We stayed the night at Derek and Erica's on our way to pick up Lily. Good times!
Monday, November 1, 2010
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Saturday, October 30, 2010
OUR SHOPPING LIST
is slowly starting to come together:
1. Nature's Miracle
2. Orange dog collar
3. Grooming brushes
4. House training bell
5. Leash
6. Plush toy
What are some of your favorite doggie items?
1. Nature's Miracle
2. Orange dog collar
3. Grooming brushes
4. House training bell
5. Leash
6. Plush toy
What are some of your favorite doggie items?
Friday, October 29, 2010
Thursday, October 28, 2010
ICE APPLES
Have you heard of them? I haven't, until now.
Al's Garden Center offers them once a year and I'm definitely going to pick some up. I heard they do not disappoint and I'm looking forward to it.
Al's Garden Center offers them once a year and I'm definitely going to pick some up. I heard they do not disappoint and I'm looking forward to it.I HAVE TO CONSTANTLY HAVE MY MAN CLAN
call my phone because I put it down somewhere and can't remember where.
I don't need to worry the next time one of my men can't come to my rescue.
Go to www.icantfindmyphone.com, type in your phone number and it will call it for you!
Yes, I have tried it and think it's genius.
HAYSLIDES AND HAY PYRAMID TUNNELS
Marionberry scones.
A hayride around corn fields and blueberry patches.
A tumble on one of the hayslides.
Picking one of the smallest pumpkins out of the entire pumpkin patch.
Going on a kindergarten field trip with my favorite 5 year old - priceless fun!
PS - The scones smelled SO good! I'm going to make some blueberry vegan scones today.
A hayride around corn fields and blueberry patches.
A tumble on one of the hayslides. 
Picking one of the smallest pumpkins out of the entire pumpkin patch.
Going on a kindergarten field trip with my favorite 5 year old - priceless fun!PS - The scones smelled SO good! I'm going to make some blueberry vegan scones today.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
DON'T JUDGE ME
Never mind, go ahead and judge.
Have you ever had your heart drop in your stomach when you came to a realization?
That's what happened to me last night and I'm so depressed!
I was thinking how happy I am that we are finally getting a Trader Joe's in town. That's when it happened. My heart in stomach, so sad for me realization was that I can no longer eat my very favorite item they sell due to my newly developed allergic reaction.
photo via ambrosialove
It's a sad, sad day for me and my taste buds.
And so sad that food puts me into a depression. It's okay to judge that, I know it's ridiculous.
Have you ever had your heart drop in your stomach when you came to a realization?
That's what happened to me last night and I'm so depressed!
I was thinking how happy I am that we are finally getting a Trader Joe's in town. That's when it happened. My heart in stomach, so sad for me realization was that I can no longer eat my very favorite item they sell due to my newly developed allergic reaction.
photo via ambrosialoveAnd so sad that food puts me into a depression. It's okay to judge that, I know it's ridiculous.
Monday, October 25, 2010
HELP! TELL ME WHAT TO DO!
I try to conquer my fears by facing them.
I was afraid of dark water, so I became a certified scuba diver so I would know what was underneath me. I love scuba diving! I was afraid of heights, so I went skydiving - twice. I loved it! And, if it wasn't so expensive I'd love to be a certified skydiver.
You know me well if you know I'm scared of DOGS.
Last weekend my brother and sister-in-law had their dog with them. I was very proud of myself for how I was around her and I even pet her. My man clan fell head over heals in love with Mary Jane. She's all they talk about. Our oldest told us he'd rather have a dog than a car - that was a shock to hear!
So here's the dilemma:
Meet 6 week old Lily. She meets every criteria on our list BUT:
1. We'd have to drive 13 hours to pick her up.
2. She would take every cent of my stash for home improvements.
3. She'd be here in 2 weeks.
I know my man clan would be ecstatic but I can't decide what to do. I can't decide if it's my fear talking to me or that my home improvement stash would be empty. I need to decide quickly because I have to put a deposit down so she's reserved for us.
What do you think?
I was afraid of dark water, so I became a certified scuba diver so I would know what was underneath me. I love scuba diving! I was afraid of heights, so I went skydiving - twice. I loved it! And, if it wasn't so expensive I'd love to be a certified skydiver.
You know me well if you know I'm scared of DOGS.
Last weekend my brother and sister-in-law had their dog with them. I was very proud of myself for how I was around her and I even pet her. My man clan fell head over heals in love with Mary Jane. She's all they talk about. Our oldest told us he'd rather have a dog than a car - that was a shock to hear!
So here's the dilemma:
Meet 6 week old Lily. She meets every criteria on our list BUT: 1. We'd have to drive 13 hours to pick her up.
2. She would take every cent of my stash for home improvements.
3. She'd be here in 2 weeks.
I know my man clan would be ecstatic but I can't decide what to do. I can't decide if it's my fear talking to me or that my home improvement stash would be empty. I need to decide quickly because I have to put a deposit down so she's reserved for us.
What do you think?
Saturday, October 23, 2010
IT FELT LIKE A MINI LUAU
with our family, smiles, laughter, loads of food and GAYLENE visiting us from Hawaii.
Gaylene showed how to roll sushi, gave us the secret for awesome sticky rice and some ah-ha moments about miso usage.
The little cousins had a blast and ended up in the Peterson pool - aka Grandma and Grandpa Joan's hot tub.
I love our parting poses. They are definitely not Christmas card worthy but adds to the parting hoopla with smiles and giggles.
Gaylene showed how to roll sushi, gave us the secret for awesome sticky rice and some ah-ha moments about miso usage.
The little cousins had a blast and ended up in the Peterson pool - aka Grandma and Grandpa Joan's hot tub.
I love our parting poses. They are definitely not Christmas card worthy but adds to the parting hoopla with smiles and giggles.Friday, October 22, 2010
WHAT DO YOU CALL A MUMMY EATING IN BED?
Thursday, October 21, 2010
GHOSTLY SHENANIGANS
are happening around here again.
Remember these ghosts from last year?
Remember these ghosts from last year?PS - There is a teenage ghost here too but he didn't want to have his ghostly self in the blogispher.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
THE FALL KITCHEN CURE
has started and I'm participating this time and thank goodness too.
I found turkey bacon in the freezer that had expired in February, some dairy turned science experiment in the fridge and rice-a-roni boxes in the cupboard that expired 2 years ago!
Want to do it too?
I found turkey bacon in the freezer that had expired in February, some dairy turned science experiment in the fridge and rice-a-roni boxes in the cupboard that expired 2 years ago!
Want to do it too? Click here for the complete assignment for week 1 and let me know - I'd love to see your before and after photo!
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
CRITIC'S CHOICE AWARD GOES TO
Chris Adler for his film, Reco, at the SLC Open Screen Night.
You can read this great article about him here.
Keep your eyes peeled for more projects from Chris and "like" the Reco Facebook page, here.
You can read this great article about him here. Keep your eyes peeled for more projects from Chris and "like" the Reco Facebook page, here.
I'VE HAD A NASTY COLD
and my man clan and house has been neglected.
While picking up clothes, books and toys I couldn't help but smile when I saw another found use for toilet paper - toilet paper casts.
I love my boys and their imaginations.
While picking up clothes, books and toys I couldn't help but smile when I saw another found use for toilet paper - toilet paper casts.
I love my boys and their imaginations.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
PUMPKINS
are getting prepped and carving utensils are being gathered.
Tomorrow these pumpkins will transform into jack-o-lanterns.
Tomorrow these pumpkins will transform into jack-o-lanterns.
LA MAISONNETTE ROMANTIC GETAWAY GIVEAWAY
Stephmodo is giving away a week in France!
Click here to read all about it and enter.
I'd be so happy for you if you win, but I'd be even more happy if I win!
Click here to read all about it and enter.
I'd be so happy for you if you win, but I'd be even more happy if I win!
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
DEATH IS DIFFICULT
and when it's unexpected it's even more so. I can't even imagine.
Larry and I went to a memorial service today. An incredibly beautiful service where the chapel was overflowing with people who had come to show their respect and support for the family.
Bear Lake, Summer 2008I admire their strength during this very difficult time.
Monday, October 11, 2010
I ASKED MY BROTHER AND SISTER
to paint me a picture of our grandparents.
My brother did a woodburning inspired by this photo of our grandfather.
My sister did a painting inspired after this photo of our grandmother.
I love how this wall is coming together.
My brother did a woodburning inspired by this photo of our grandfather.
My sister did a painting inspired after this photo of our grandmother.
I love how this wall is coming together.COMFORT FOOD
was the theme for family dinner and we chose to be a little Halloweenie with some weenies...
We brought Hot Dog Mummies and Monster Toes.
Tis the season - mmmwahahahaha...
We brought Hot Dog Mummies and Monster Toes.Tis the season - mmmwahahahaha...
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Friday, October 8, 2010
Thursday, October 7, 2010
PUMPKIN CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
When I saw a recipe containing pumpkin and chocolate posted on One Charming Party, I knew I had to try it.It is so good and was super easy to make vegan.
My man clan and their taste buds are so happy right now!
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup butter
1 egg 1 tsp vanilla 1 cup canned pumpkin 2 cups flour 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon 1 cup chocolate chipsCream the sugar and butter. Mix in the egg, vanilla and pumpkin. In another bowl whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder and cinnamon. Add flour mixture to the pumpkin mixture. Mix just until combined. Stir in the chocolate chips. Drop spoonfuls onto a cookie sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes at 350 degrees.
To make the cookies vegan, I substituted butter, egg and chocolate for Earth Balance buttery sticks, Ener G egg substitute and Sunspire vegan chocolate chips.
We ate the cookies while watching The Little Vampire. I love October!
STEPHANIE-PALOOZA IS OVER
and I can't believe all that we did - we had so much fun!!
I think I need to have a Laura-Palooza now.
Hiked Trail of Ten Falls
Went to the Pirate Festival
Went whale watching
Discovered Nye Beach
Went to Cobble Beach
Tried to fly a kite at the beach
She dyed her hair purple
Had a family bon voyage party
Had a Utah going away party
Visited Grandma and Utah other relatives
Had fun in the party mobile
Went to Hatch Family Chocolates
Attended General Conference
Tried lots of new restaurants in Utah
Went to the Bonneville Salt Flats
As added perks I saw high school friends and had my first solo hike
I think I need to have a Laura-Palooza now.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
SO LONG, FAREWELL, ADIOS, CHEERIO!
It came time for me to leave Stephanie so she could continue her journey to Scotland for her new life adventures.
I might have cried. She might have cried. I'm so happy for her!!
I had to say goodbye Miriam too. She's our awesome Mexican sister.
I might have cried. She might have cried. I'm so happy for her!!
I had to say goodbye Miriam too. She's our awesome Mexican sister.PS - Yes, I know it looks like I'm having boobie issues in the photo but it's the only goodbye photo I have.
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