The Sea Serpent

I have learned all sorts of new things this year as my oldest son has joined scouts. Who even knew there was a "Rain Gutter Regatta"?

Not I.

In fact I completely forgot about it until about 4 hours before the race.

We were thinking we had missed out on it while we were out of town, turns out it was postponed.

Connor was thrilled.

He whipped his boat into shape immediately.

I was freaked out.

I had never built one before, Ryan was super busy on the campaign trail and we had misplaced our boat.

A neighbor pulled through with an extra boat.

Bill from the campaign turns out to be an expert at these little puppies - so I had a conference call with Bill and Ryan at the campaign office while assembling it.

Turned out perfectly for Connor.

He was thrilled!He dubbed her "The Sea Serpent", probably didn't realize it was only racing in a rain gutter - but "The Sea Serpent" sounds so much more menacing.
He won 3rd place and was quite happy with himself.

Don't tell anyone, but I'm actually enjoying Cub Scouts!

Halloween Jack-o-lanterns

We were very creative this year when it came to pumpkins - instead of just our usual Y pumpkin we went all out and did BYU. A few minor pranks were played on us by our Ute loving neighbors - but when you dish it out I guess you better learn to take it.

Go Cougars!

Projects

I love working on projects. Here are two I did lately. I apologize for the photos - they were taken on my phone ...
Leggings - 99 cent womens socks from Target turned leggings - we made all sorts of them. McCall loves them too!

Halloween wreath - old book all torn up, a little bit of tulle and a funky old retro Adams Family card. I love this time of year!

Welcome Kasey!

My little brother Kasey is now living with us and I have to say that I am thoroughly enjoying having a live in nanny right now :) It makes for running errands quite easy!

He is just starting school and will be here for awhile yet. Soooooo .... you should know a few things about Kasey:

1. He is single

2. He is a great guy

3. He is looking for a job and can do most anything

4. He is a great guy.

5. We're glad he's here and McCall has latched onto him like crazy!

6. He just got back from serving a mission in Chile - so we have been blessed to have Chilean cuisine lately - pretty much gourmet hot dogs! Who knew?

Welcome Kasey!

Oh, and he was with me when I took fall pics of the kids so we grabbed a few of him as well :) Handsome fella!

Expectations

When I found out I was expecting a baby girl I had all sorts of different emotions - excitement, fear, joy, terror, etc. I had in my mind what it would be like to have a little girl. How different it would be from having boys. Well for the most part it was about the same - only I got to buy accessories and play dress up so much more! But other than that - little girls still spit up, mess their diapers, pass gas and generally make just as many messes as their male counterparts.

Now here we are at almost 2.

The differences are becoming evident.

Mood sings - in full swing!

Already picky about what to wear and wants to change all day long.

A purse is a must have - packed to the hilt with treasures.

PINK! By far her favorite color. Given any choice of what to wear it will always be pink!

Dollies - we must have a doll with us at all times, only she calls them babies.

Her way- or the highway - this isn't going over well with Mom, infringing on my territory!

Loves lotion and combs.

SHOES! SHOES! SHOES! SHOES!

Enjoys shopping.

Bring on Polly Pockets, Barbie Dolls, My Little Pony, pedicures, tea parties and cupcakes.
I'm looking forward to it all.

I love this little girl.

Fall Pictures 2010

September 11th Memorial

We took some time to visit the September 11th Memorial with the kids a few weeks ago and discuss the events of that day.

I love this country.

I hope we will always remember those who have lost their lives defending our liberties and freedoms.

Thank you.