Family

Check out this blog. It is about my younger brother's children. dylanandrileyslack.blogspot.com I not sure if the link will work. I'm still learning that stuff. You might just have to copy and paste. Sorry about that.

Our time well Spent

I saw this done on someone else's blog and thought hey great idea. I believe that its good to sometimes look at the things you have done, instead of always thinking of the things you haven't done.

I love my husband and I'm grateful for our time together.

There’s nothing you and I won’t do…
1. We’ve been married for 18 years and had lots of adventures.
2. We’ve moved 6 times and
3. Lived in 6 different houses, or apartments.
4. Two of which, we had built.
5. We have a Tyler,
6. a Garrett,
7. a Logan,
8. a Carson and a,
9. Cassidy,
10. which gave us the joy of 5 c-sections
11. We’ve done the military.
12. And the military has done us.
13. Dined with the Governor
14. and his wife.
15. Enjoyed Thanksgiving dinner at the Tooele Army Depot cafeteria.
16. Two deployments
17. Two Eagle Scouts
18. 4 cub scouts and
19. 4 baptisms …so far.
20. Two bachelors
21. And one masters
22. Shot a machine gun
23. Traveled to Nauvoo
24. without him, (thanks to the guard)
25. Endured officer school.
26. Watched buffalo on the plains
27. of Oklahoma.
28. Lived in Oklahoma when a tornado
29. hit Salt Lake City, UT.
30. Toured Alcatraz.
31. Smelled the Red Wood forest.
32. Tried not to smell the sulfur pots
33. in Yellowstone.
34. Repelled down the “Subway”.
35. Jet Skied with the Dolphins
36. in the Gulf of Mexico.
37. Rode horses in Cache Valley.
38. Lit off a house full of fireworks
39. in Star Valley, Wyoming
40. Enjoyed the Fall leaves on the mountain
41. while riding four wheelers.
42. Watched our children do every kind of sport.
43. Listened and enjoyed a number of choir
44. and band concerts.
45. Hosted a bazillion late nights.
46. Have an Elder, Priest, Teacher, and Deacon all at the same time.
47. Canoed on Payson Lake
48. Climbed Angels Landing in a rain storm.
49. Been to Military Balls
50. We’ve had a hamster,
51. gold fish,
52. beta fish,
53. and a Shih Tzu share our home.
54. We’ve owned 1 car, 1 jeep, 2 vans
55. and one truck.
56. Heard gun fire over the phone
57. when he called from Afghanistan.
58. Hated being apart.
59. Couldn’t wait for his return.
60. Hiked the “Black Hole” at Lake Powell.
61. Did a 360 on the freeway.
62. We both love the smell of pine trees in the mountains.
63. We both eat lots of chocolate.
64. Endured snow,
65. and driving in it,
66. and my fear of it
67. Eaten expensive churros
68. at Disneyland
69. Attended a Russian Sacrament meeting,
70. at the MTC.
71. We’ve been in the presence of an apostle.
72. Tasted naan bread and
73. our own homemade wheat bread.
74. Attended a mountain man rendezvous.
75. Driven skyline drive.
76. Camped in Kolob.
77. Shopped in Park City.
78. Hiked “Temple Mountain”.
79. Walked through “Little Wild Horse Canyon”.
80. We know what “Red Legs” are,
81. and how to wash BDU’s.
82. We love camping, and especially
83. camp food.
84. Served in the lds church
85. in almost every area.
86. 17 years in scouts
87. and counting.
88. Geocached everywhere.
89. Changed jobs four times.
90. Four wheelin and
91. stuck in the mud.
92. Loved Family Camp eight times!
93. Snow shoed around our Utah Valley.
94. We eat French dip and
95. onion rings on Christmas Eve.
96. Working on Family History.
97. Transferred and edited
98. parents history in slides,
99. to digital format.
100 Sat in waist deep ice water waiting for ducks.
101 Looking forward to more wonderful adventures together.

My new favorite drink!

One cup of pineapple juice
7 or 8 small Spinach leaves
7 or 8 ice cubes
blend in blender

Very Delicious and Very Healthy!!!

Job Search

My poor 16 year old son has been looking for a job since about March. He seriously has put in a good effort to get out there and talk with anyone who might hire a teenager. He has put his application in just about everywhere in town. Yes, he has learned the value of calling back to check on whether they even read it. At first he told us (dumbies) that he didn't need to do that, but by the end of the Summer he discovered (on his own :)) that this was the way to do it. He even put together a brilliant resume.

Many places have upped the age from hiring 16 year olds to only 18 year olds and older. Too many adults looking for jobs I guess. Also companies that usually hire many teenagers in the Summer are only hiring a few this year. Hard to get that first job when most people need someone with experience.

Here is the sad part. This week a friend called to see if I would take her job as a teacher while she is on materity leave. I don't even want a job. My time is already full do to the fact that I am a mother of five still. But, I couldn't say no to such a fun job that works great with my children's schedule. And then, my 14 year old son got a phone call to babysit for the whole day yesterday. He made quite a bit of money too. So, my poor 16 year old waits for his day. I guess reffing soccer will have to do for a bit longer. He did have an interview today so keep your fingers crossed.:)

Pioneers

A little much needed play time after the trek!
I don't think the girls liked wearing the costumes. But, they never complained about pulling the handcart. Tough girls!
One of the characters from Martins Cove.

Pioneers

A few fun games before starting our trek.

Last week we went to youth conference and participated in a pioneer trek. The trek distance was 7 miles and along the way we stopped to meet people playing the part of historical figures. They stayed in character as they told us their stories. I have to say, I was very emotional the entire trek and was happy to have sunglasses and a bonnet to hide my tears. I appreciate their sacrifices. Along the way we pushed or pulled a handcart just like the pioneers did, only our weren't filled as heavy.

A little lake time!

Last evening the family drove up to Payson Lake. It is close to us and sadly we have not ever been there before. It is beautiful with a paved trail all the way around it. The distance around is 1 mile...ish. We had a picnic and just enjoyed the cooler mountain air. It is definitely some place we will be going again. In fact we will be going this Friday with canoes!!!

Sorry I haven't posted much this Summer. Once school is in I'll have a lot more time. I miss blogging.

Beautiful Baby!

I'm spending the week in St. George. I know, I'm crazy to come here in July. At the present moment it is just about 10:30pm and is 100 degrees. It never cools off in the Summer. I've come while the husband and two older boys are scout camping it in Yellow Stone. Sounds like they have had a great time. I've had fun visiting family and resting up a little. Here is a picture of my beautiful niece. I'll definitely miss hanging out with her.

Nebo Loop

For the 4th of July we decided to drive the Nebo Loop. Not only is it awesome to be in the mountains and smell the freshest air on earth, but to see the world from the top of a 9,000 plus foot mountain is amazing. We weren't even at the top. That will take a hike. The top picture is Mtn. Nebo and the destination of a future hike. 11,000 ft. Hopefully this Fall.

Never too late for a little treat.

Well because my life has been a whirlwind since the beginning of May, I'll just have to blog about things when I can. I find I have an hour or two to kill before the fireworks begin. Happy July 4th everyone.

Before you go thinkin I'm a crafty one, stop. That would be my sister, and her most awesome daughter who gave me this simple idea. Next time I make these cute cupcakes I will take pics of each simple step. But for now you just get to see the yummy results. These were created for Father's Day. If you didn't guess the bottom one is a rifle. My husband thought it was a lizard. I don't know why, I see it perfectly.:)