Tuesday, 3 August 2010

Fourth of July


I know, we have been terrible bloggers this summer, but at least it was for a good reason. We were on such great trips! My wonderful Aunt and Uncle let us use their cabin in Island Park for the 4th and we had a fabulous time.



Lily was able to have a Tea Party with Belle before the Playmill performance of Beauty and the Beast. She LOVED it, despite the shy look on her face.


Our favorite golf course in Ashton, Idaho.


Roasting marshmallows.


Adorable Afton!


One of the most beautiful places on earth.






Barrett brought his guns and let us embarrass ourselves target shooting. Let's just hope we never have to do it to stay alive! If so, put me on Barrett's team.

Saturday, 10 July 2010

The Happiest Place




Kezia came to stay with us for a few days before the big Judd Grandkids vacation in lieu of her Senior Trip. Does she look like she is having a good time or what? Nope, she's not wasted, just tired from playing with a rowdy nephew and niece. We loved having her!

Alec's grandparents took everyone to Oceanside for a vacation. Our kids had never been to California, so it was full of magical, new things for them. They loved the ocean. Lily loves to be chased, and of course waves are a great perpetual chaser.

They had a fun relay race for the kids as well as crafts for them during down time.

Lily loved the princesses (surprise, surprise). She was a good sport and went on the big rides all morning, but by the time we hit Splash Mountain, she was done. I took her on the smaller rides in the afternoon, which she loved. As we were in line for Small World and she saw the boats she said, "Mommy, are there any monsters, or dark, or waterfalls on this ride?"
Eric was lucky enough (thanks to Grandma LuAnne pointing vigorously at his head) to be picked for Jedi training. We thought it was kind of lame at first, until Darth Vader and Darth Maul came to fight each of them. It was Eric's favorite part of the day and I still catch him practicing his Light Saber sequence.


We also did Legoland, which the kids loved.


Anyone noticing a pattern here? Thanks for the wonderful trip, Judd Family!



Monday, 26 April 2010

Dream On My Children



Two funny video clips. We found Eric in his 3 year old Dragon costume, brushing his teeth while singing his favorite Aerosmith song, 'Dream On'. The second explains itself.

Tuesday, 30 March 2010

Serious Back Post


So, kind of a big deal, in November, my baby sister Katie got married! I finally got some of her pictures, so I can post about it. She married a great guy named Cameron who is perfect for her and they are very happy together. I was in charge of decorating the reception--no easy task on a Mormon budget in a Mormon Cultural Hall, but the feedback was positive and Katie was happy with it, which is the most important part.


This was my favorite idea--a Dutch Wishing Tree instead of a guest book. I painted all of the willow branches (with Audrey's help), and this is the result.



The table lanterns were my other favorite find, they looked really nice with the lights dimmed.

Isn't she a beautiful bride? The great pics were taken by my cousin, Bryan McCracken, who lives in the North Salt Lake area, for anyone who is looking for a photographer. I can get you his info.

Sunday, 21 February 2010

Projects and Pizza


Once upon a time, a boy named Alec and a girl named Jennifer went on a quest to taste the best pizza in America. A lofty quest, you might say. The humble couple decided it was within their reach since the best pizza in America happens to be in Phoenix. "It may not be so easy," said the local villagers, "you will have to wait a very long time to enjoy such delights, especially since it was featured on Oprah, Martha, Rachel ray, and the Food Network."
"We are willing to wait," said the doomed pair.
So, they found a sitter for their children, invited some friends, and planned to be at the doors just as it opened, willing to wait a couple of hours.
"Four and a half hours, is what you must wait," said the Hostess.
Disappointed, our luckless couple settled for TGI Friday's instead.
Then, along came our heroine, Missy, who had accompanied the pair on their first fruitless quest. Faithfully navigating the intricacies of the reservation system, she was able to get one of the coveted 3 spots for last night. Alec and Jennifer rode up in Paul and Missy's faithful black SUV, sat outside until opening, then nobly strode in past the glaring lines of rain-soaked pizza pilgrims, into the mecca of pizzadom, and were rewarded with pizza almost good enough to bring tears to their eyes. And they lived satisfied ever after. Thank you, Missy.



This is the only other excitement in our lives recently. I haven't done a big furniture project in awhile because we don't want to move stuff when we are finished with school, but this is something I have been wanting to make for a long time--an upholstered headboard. I found one with a cool shape for $10. Add foam, batting, fabric, covered buttons, and voila. I am very happy with the results. It finally feels like we have a real bed. Now if I could just put up our Half-Tester with it....someday.