Thursday, February 5, 2009
B & W
Here is the picture you asked for Becky. It's from our Christmas party at Debby's house. They always offer to do the dishes...............awwwwwww, sweet!
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Inauguration Day... check out the fashions
I was glued to the TV all morning yesterday watching the happenings in DC. I just found it fascinating... and not just what Michelle Obama was wearing! Something strange is happening to me lately. I would rather listen to talk radio than music alot of the time and I care less and less about what Hollywood is up to. I am still mostly shallow, to be sure, but maybe some good changes are on the horizon. Maybe Mr. Oz can give me a brain!
Following the example of my Nicki, I actually read the whole I Have a Dream speach by Martin Luther King in it's entirety. I've never heard more than just a few of the often repeated lines. Good stuff. I was very proud of our country yesterday and happy that we have come far in recognizing the truth stated in the constitution that all men are created equal (see D & C 1:35-39). Obama is a magnificent speaker and said some good things. He made reference to the scripture in 1 Cor 13:11, saying it was time to put away childish things and spoke of "the God given promise that all are equal, all are free, and all deserve a chance to pursue their full measure of happiness." He's good at saying the right things so now let's see what he can do! One part of his speech was telling... the part about how it's not a question of whether our government is too big or too small, but whether it's working. Well, I have to differ! And you can bet I'm going to tune in to Rush Limbaugh to see what he has to say about it.
On the subject of fashion, I give Michelle's green coat-dress a 7.5 on the scale and the "gown" a 5. It wasn't that bad........ BUT, I saw some of the sketches of possible picks and she could have done better. Anyway, an immodest dress always gets docked 3 points regardless.
Brad said the $ spent on the inauguration festivities was something like 150 million??? That sends a chill down every true cheapskate's spine!
Following the example of my Nicki, I actually read the whole I Have a Dream speach by Martin Luther King in it's entirety. I've never heard more than just a few of the often repeated lines. Good stuff. I was very proud of our country yesterday and happy that we have come far in recognizing the truth stated in the constitution that all men are created equal (see D & C 1:35-39). Obama is a magnificent speaker and said some good things. He made reference to the scripture in 1 Cor 13:11, saying it was time to put away childish things and spoke of "the God given promise that all are equal, all are free, and all deserve a chance to pursue their full measure of happiness." He's good at saying the right things so now let's see what he can do! One part of his speech was telling... the part about how it's not a question of whether our government is too big or too small, but whether it's working. Well, I have to differ! And you can bet I'm going to tune in to Rush Limbaugh to see what he has to say about it.
On the subject of fashion, I give Michelle's green coat-dress a 7.5 on the scale and the "gown" a 5. It wasn't that bad........ BUT, I saw some of the sketches of possible picks and she could have done better. Anyway, an immodest dress always gets docked 3 points regardless.
Brad said the $ spent on the inauguration festivities was something like 150 million??? That sends a chill down every true cheapskate's spine!
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Good times!
I know this is out of sync, but I just came across this picture from halloween and it's funny so I posted it. I neglected to take a pic of the recently betrothed, but I will do that ASAP!
It's official!
I have to pinch myself but yes, Blake and Whitney are finally engaged. All through the Christmas holiday we had to keep our (my) big mouths shut so as to not spill the beans about THE RING!! Those who know me are aware of how difficult that must have been.
The shocking thing is the date for the wedding is March 14th! I was certain they would wait till school was out but because of a job opportunity immediately after the semester ends, they thought it best to have a short engagement. Two months, WOW! Martha Stewart would be appalled~but that's how we do it here in Utah. We are really excited about our new daughter, she is a peach. I feel so blessed.
The house is kind of quiet now that it's just Brad, Haylie and me (and Oscar!). Nicki says she likes her roomates and school but it's a bit tricky for me to get much info from her. Tonight she called but then was rushing off to a fireside so she couldn't talk much. Hard to believe that this phase of my life -the raising kids part- is winding down. Weird... people used to say that it goes by fast when I was up to my neck in play-dough and diapers, I had to disagree! At the time life was moving incredibly SLOW. But now that I am looking back on things, well it's a strange perspective. Good, in lots of ways ~ but strange. And now it does seem to have flown by. One thing I am really thankful for and that is being a stay-at-home mom. I followed my heart on that one and there was some opposition along the way but I know it was the right thing for me. That reminds me of one of my favorite movie quotes of all time:
"Girl, you gotta run your own life!" ... Sissy Spacek as Loretta Lynn, Coal Miner's Daughter.
That's a good old classic flick, if you haven't seen it.
Happy New Year, ya'll
The shocking thing is the date for the wedding is March 14th! I was certain they would wait till school was out but because of a job opportunity immediately after the semester ends, they thought it best to have a short engagement. Two months, WOW! Martha Stewart would be appalled~but that's how we do it here in Utah. We are really excited about our new daughter, she is a peach. I feel so blessed.
The house is kind of quiet now that it's just Brad, Haylie and me (and Oscar!). Nicki says she likes her roomates and school but it's a bit tricky for me to get much info from her. Tonight she called but then was rushing off to a fireside so she couldn't talk much. Hard to believe that this phase of my life -the raising kids part- is winding down. Weird... people used to say that it goes by fast when I was up to my neck in play-dough and diapers, I had to disagree! At the time life was moving incredibly SLOW. But now that I am looking back on things, well it's a strange perspective. Good, in lots of ways ~ but strange. And now it does seem to have flown by. One thing I am really thankful for and that is being a stay-at-home mom. I followed my heart on that one and there was some opposition along the way but I know it was the right thing for me. That reminds me of one of my favorite movie quotes of all time:
"Girl, you gotta run your own life!" ... Sissy Spacek as Loretta Lynn, Coal Miner's Daughter.
That's a good old classic flick, if you haven't seen it.
Happy New Year, ya'll
Thursday, December 25, 2008
With each telling, the flames get higher!
I'd like to publicly apologize (again) to the Santaquin City Firefighters for making them suit up and leave the comforts of home on Christmas eve to respond to a frantic 911 call about our holiday bonfire. My intention was to start a new tradition that was both memorable and didn't involve money & gifts. Well, this is one Christmas eve I'll never forget!
Grandpa Dick (who passed away on August 3rd) used to tell stories about the Christmas Eve bonfires they used to have when he was a kid. It was all very nostalgic and since I have grown a bit cynical about gifts as of late, my goal has been to do things at this time of year that create memories. A couple years ago we went cross country skiing at Soldier Hollow where Brad set up phone communication for the Olymics in 2002, one year we saw A Christmas Carol at the Hale theatre... you get the idea. So in memory of Grandpa, Linds and I thought it would be sweet to sing some carols around a little bonfire. Then the Henders got involved (they add excitment to any gathering) and donated some cookie palets, Brad got the back-hoe, and another neighbor showed up with some gasoline. Can you see where we're going with this? By the time I realize this is gonna be a BIG fire it's too late to notify the authorities because they were already on their way over. Good sports that they were, when they saw that it was 'under control' they asked "where's the marshmellows?" Funny thing is, this fire was so hot, you'd need a roasting stick fifteen feet long to avoid singeing your eyelashes.
Good times... they're already talking about next years bonfire and how it's going to be even bigger. Heaven help us [and someone get the proper permits!]
Grandpa Dick (who passed away on August 3rd) used to tell stories about the Christmas Eve bonfires they used to have when he was a kid. It was all very nostalgic and since I have grown a bit cynical about gifts as of late, my goal has been to do things at this time of year that create memories. A couple years ago we went cross country skiing at Soldier Hollow where Brad set up phone communication for the Olymics in 2002, one year we saw A Christmas Carol at the Hale theatre... you get the idea. So in memory of Grandpa, Linds and I thought it would be sweet to sing some carols around a little bonfire. Then the Henders got involved (they add excitment to any gathering) and donated some cookie palets, Brad got the back-hoe, and another neighbor showed up with some gasoline. Can you see where we're going with this? By the time I realize this is gonna be a BIG fire it's too late to notify the authorities because they were already on their way over. Good sports that they were, when they saw that it was 'under control' they asked "where's the marshmellows?" Funny thing is, this fire was so hot, you'd need a roasting stick fifteen feet long to avoid singeing your eyelashes.
Good times... they're already talking about next years bonfire and how it's going to be even bigger. Heaven help us [and someone get the proper permits!]
Friday, December 19, 2008
Christmas is Creeping up on us again!
I'm so glad it snowed! I love snow. It really feels like Christmas now. Maybe it''s because I moved to Kanab in the winter of 1974 and saw my first icicles and snow when I was eleven that I really knew what I had been missing!
I just got back from Idaho where I attended the Rexburg Idaho temple (my niece's wedding) so Utah feels downright balmy. I got to drive up with my sister and her family and they actually like to sing Christmas carols while driving in the car so I was loving it. We got bored with just singing them so we started using special sound effects like 'the opera voice' or 'under the sea'. We sounded pretty bad but it was a riot.
Well, it's less than a week now and I still haven't thought of a good present for my hubby (any suggestions? I'm desperate). I know I can just get something boring like a corduroy shirt but that would just be.............................. boring. Help. What he really wants is to be in Hawaii with the Jones but that ain't gonna happen (man, it's tough trying to keep up with the Joneses!). Haylie got a pricey gift this year. I'll give you a hint... they are silver and shiny with red & green elastics on them.
Well, have a Merry one everybody and remember; you won't get it all done before Christmas eve but you will get to the most important things becasuse somehow they always get done!
I just got back from Idaho where I attended the Rexburg Idaho temple (my niece's wedding) so Utah feels downright balmy. I got to drive up with my sister and her family and they actually like to sing Christmas carols while driving in the car so I was loving it. We got bored with just singing them so we started using special sound effects like 'the opera voice' or 'under the sea'. We sounded pretty bad but it was a riot.
Well, it's less than a week now and I still haven't thought of a good present for my hubby (any suggestions? I'm desperate). I know I can just get something boring like a corduroy shirt but that would just be.............................. boring. Help. What he really wants is to be in Hawaii with the Jones but that ain't gonna happen (man, it's tough trying to keep up with the Joneses!). Haylie got a pricey gift this year. I'll give you a hint... they are silver and shiny with red & green elastics on them.
Well, have a Merry one everybody and remember; you won't get it all done before Christmas eve but you will get to the most important things becasuse somehow they always get done!
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