Photographs . I love pictures. Not having my own picture taken, but looking at them. I do love having a family picture taken every year. I love having a camera on hand to snap a shot of a moment I don't want to forget. I love looking back at old photographs and being able to relive a memory.
I am highly incapable when it comes to the art of photography, so I am grateful there are others out there who make up for where I come up short. Such a person is my friend, Becky. She took our family pictures last year (see them on the side bar) and once again did a fantastic job this year! I love how she captures the true feelings of a moment ! Take a look...
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Monday, November 24, 2008
Home of the Dragons!
Malad High School - Class of 1994Carrie posted this on her blog, and I thought it looked like a fun tag! Especially after reconnecting with all of the other Dragons!
1.Did you marry someone from your high school?
No.
2.Did you car pool to school?
Shenell and I drove together and any other girls that were sleeping over at the time. Usually Jenny Anderson or Kathy Daines.
3.What kind of car did you have?
We drove my mom's silver Corsica - "The Mouse Mobile"
4. What kind of car do your drive now?
Nissan Maxima
5.It's Friday night...where are YOU (then)?
Cruisin' with my friends - how that was cool, I just don't know.
6.It's Friday night..where are you (now)?
On a date with my cute hubby - probably eating sushi.
7.What kind of job did you have in high school?
During the summer I cleaned buses. I had two jobs some summers - buses and movie rentals or Flying J gas station.
8.What do you do now?
Mom, teach aerobics, Robert's Media Team
9.Were you a party animal?
No way!
10.Were you considered a flirt?
Probably
11.Were you in band, orchestra, or choir?
None
12. Did you get suspended/expelled?
Gasp! No!
13. Can you sing the fight song?
With the actions...."Joyous and ever loyal...."
14.Who was/were your favorite teacher(s)?
Mr. Cockett
15. Where did you sit during lunch?
On the stage, usually eating candy bars and Mountain Dew. How did we ever learn anything in class???
16. What was your school's full name?
Malad High School
17. What was your school mascot?
Dragon
18.If you could go back and do it again, would you?
Um, I'm not sure. I loved my high school experience, but love where I am at now.
19. What do you remember most about graduation?
Sitting in the hall during our graduation party with all of my High School best friends and making a list of who would get married first, what kind of car would we drive, how many kids, etc...
20.Who did you take to prom Senior year?
Josh Atkinson
21. Did you have fun at Prom?
Of course! He is such a great guy.
22.Do you still talk to the person you went to Prom with?
I read his family blog - does that count?
23.Are you planning on going to your 20 year reunion?
Absolutely! (and the rest of you better be, too!)
24.Do you still talk to people from school?
Yes! Especially now that we have found each other through the wonderful world of blogging!
Okay - now your turn. What do you remember?
Today I am Thankful for...
The gym AND its amazing MEMBERS!
I love my gym. I know, I am biased. But I do. I love it. But what do I love more? The members. And I am not saying that to brown nose (like 3 of the members have even visited my blog.) I am thankful for them! They keep me motivated to continue on my health quest! Reasons I love them and the gym:
I love my gym. I know, I am biased. But I do. I love it. But what do I love more? The members. And I am not saying that to brown nose (like 3 of the members have even visited my blog.) I am thankful for them! They keep me motivated to continue on my health quest! Reasons I love them and the gym:
- You are complete strangers standing in a class one week, friends the next, buddies the next, know each others families, doing lunch, buying each other birthday gifts, Christmas gifts...you get the picture.
- How can you not get close to other women when everyone comes with no make-up, hair a mess, sweaty...I mean, come on! Gotta love each other!
- We all have a common denominator - we want to be healthy!
- EVERYONE notices when you are gone.
- When you get back, we all want to know why you were absent.
- We have been through much together - weight loss/gain, holiday stress, marriages, baby births, divorces, miscarriages, heart attacks, cancer, vacations, rebellious children, and even death.
- I especially LOVE the members who come to my classes - I feel a special connection with them. I hope they feel a little bit of the same for me. I love to hear about their ups and downs. When they are going to be gone, they tell me, because they know they will the third degree when they return! I actually had one lady call during a class to let us know she had had her baby!!
- There is a special connection with those who don't come to my classes. I love to catch up with them when I can on the fitness floor - even if you don't know their name. We know each others faces and connect.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Today I am Thankful For...
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Today I am Thankful For...
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Today I am Thankful For...
A Car...
Any car...I don't really car what year, make, or model. Just "a car". I chose this image because the first car that was "mine" was a white 1990 Geo Prism. It had power locks, and I thought I was su-O cool! Anyways, back to being thankful... If I lived in downtown SLC, had no children, and didn't need a car, I would be content with a bike that had a big basket on the front to pedal to and from home, the school, the gym, grocery store....you get the picture. But, alas, I do not live in downtown SLC. I live on the side of a mountain....in Utah....where it snows.... a lot....with two kids....and no grocery store for at least a couple of miles. So today, I am thankful for a car to get me to and from one destination to the next and delivers me safely home each night.
Any car...I don't really car what year, make, or model. Just "a car". I chose this image because the first car that was "mine" was a white 1990 Geo Prism. It had power locks, and I thought I was su-O cool! Anyways, back to being thankful... If I lived in downtown SLC, had no children, and didn't need a car, I would be content with a bike that had a big basket on the front to pedal to and from home, the school, the gym, grocery store....you get the picture. But, alas, I do not live in downtown SLC. I live on the side of a mountain....in Utah....where it snows.... a lot....with two kids....and no grocery store for at least a couple of miles. So today, I am thankful for a car to get me to and from one destination to the next and delivers me safely home each night.
Monday, November 17, 2008
Today I am Thankful For...
The Magic Bullet...
That's right....I am thankful for my blender. It ranks right up there with the Cocomotion machine. In fact, it comes in first place! I use this magic blender SEVERAL times a day! And for what you say??? Smoothies, protein shakes, eggs, crepes, dressings, sauces...I simply can't live without it!!
That's right....I am thankful for my blender. It ranks right up there with the Cocomotion machine. In fact, it comes in first place! I use this magic blender SEVERAL times a day! And for what you say??? Smoothies, protein shakes, eggs, crepes, dressings, sauces...I simply can't live without it!!
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Today I am Thankful For...
My Health...I am all too aware that there are many out there who are suffering from illness. Today I am grateful for my health and hope that I never take that for granted, either. I know that unaware, your body can be carrying disease that is slowly killing you. I also know that we can intentionally damage our bodies. I am thankful for a body to take care of and do my best every day to keep myself healthy so I can play with my children and grandchildren for years to come!
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Today I am Thankful For...
Date Night!And why did I put a picture of Sushi for "Date Night" you might ask? Because that is our favorite dinner of choice on our night out. For 3 1/2 years we have been doing a Babysitting Swap with three other families each month. We babysit all of the kids one night a month, then three other nights that month are ours to go on a date - and FREE babysitting. It truly is heaven, and I look forward to spending some alone time with Jesse every single week. In fact, my kids look forward to it! I think all couples need a date night each week - it is good for our relationships. Things we like to do on date night:
- Dinner (sushi, usually)
- Movie - at home or theater
- Thanksgiving Point Gardens
- Shop
- Barnes and Noble - we just wander and read for hours!
- Color me Mine - this is a ceramic art place we tried last night. Very fun!
- Hale Center Theater
- Hanging out with friends
Friday, November 14, 2008
Flashback Friday...
Today I am Thankful For...
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Today I am Thankful For...
Sleeping Children...This is how I found Emma last night at bedtime....fast asleep on the kitchen floor! My house takes a sigh of relief every night when the kiddies go to bed. Not that I don't love having them awake, but when they are asleep I can really get things done! Probably a bad habit, but I love to stay up late and be productive. And then get up early and be productive when they are still in bed. I know, not healthy, but it is what it is!
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Today I am Thankful For...
Good Books...
One of my guilty pleasures in life is to escape into a good book. And this book is one of them. Staying up late at night, soaking in a hot bath, curled up in front of the fire....that's how I love to read my books. "The Secret Life of Bees" was my most recent read. I read it a few years ago and just re-read it for book club. It is a must read if you haven't picked up this gem yet. You get sucked right into the story and fall in love with the people in the book.
One of my guilty pleasures in life is to escape into a good book. And this book is one of them. Staying up late at night, soaking in a hot bath, curled up in front of the fire....that's how I love to read my books. "The Secret Life of Bees" was my most recent read. I read it a few years ago and just re-read it for book club. It is a must read if you haven't picked up this gem yet. You get sucked right into the story and fall in love with the people in the book.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Today I am Thankful For...
My Cocomotion Machine...I know...shallow. But I love this little baby. Have you tried this thing? It mixes your hot chocolate perfectly and to the perfect temperature. Mmmm.....I might have to go make yet another cup right now. And the best part? You can get this sweet gadget at Wal-mart for pretty cheap.
Monday, November 10, 2008
Today I am Thankful For...
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Today I am Thankful for...
A Week in Review...
Some things that made me smile this week...
- Sitting in front of a warm fireplace.
- Hot Chocolate.
- Hot baths.
- Having an "I love you" war with Emma.
- Reading to Gabe.
- Hearing about a note written to Gabe to a friend that read: "You are the best GF" (girlfriend)
- Visiting Steph in the hospital to hold baby Cruz.
- Finding more MHS blogs!
- Getting ready for the Scrapbook Expo.
- Travelling to St. George with the talented women that I work with for the Expo.
- Going to bed early.
- Listening to a talk by Bishop Burton about focusing on the important things in life that lie straight ahead and not what is to the sidelines to distract us.
- Mom taking Emma for a few days - really, could I be any luckier??
- Getting up early.
Flashback Friday...
This week was my Mom's birthday. Every day I am so thankful for a loving mother who loves me unconditionally. She still would do anything for me - and does. Happy Birthday Mom, and I love you!!
Monday, November 3, 2008
To Grandmother's House We Go...
Emma spent a few days last week with my parents in Idaho (thanks Mom and Dad!!) Emma loves to go to their house for many reasons. Here are the top three:
1. They have cows in a field next to their house that Emma was insistent on petting. (don't worry, she didn't.)
2. They have a four wheeler. (Grandma drives MUCH slower than Grandpa)
3. They have a dog that will let Emma do WHATEVER to him/her (I'm not really sure what JJ is??)
1. They have cows in a field next to their house that Emma was insistent on petting. (don't worry, she didn't.)
2. They have a four wheeler. (Grandma drives MUCH slower than Grandpa)
3. They have a dog that will let Emma do WHATEVER to him/her (I'm not really sure what JJ is??)
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