Wednesday, March 17, 2010

My Money

We are very blessed to have jobs, good jobs. Yet is seems like we always in a pinch for money. This year we have cut out tv, land lines, a trip to Europe, among others. But I finally realize where the big bucks are going. Sweat Pea may a visual display for all the world to see. Enjoy!
The Holy Trinity of Debt is BYU (aka tithing, but I can't find a sticker that says "10% Club"), GOHS, the kids' high school, and Hawaii (a symbol of all vacations)
Bytheway, the van IS paid off! Whoo Hoo!

Thursday, March 4, 2010

Reflections 2010

This year's reflection theme was: "Beauty Is:

taken in our front yard in October 2009

taken at the giant flag down by the I-15 freeway


Drama submitted 2 photographs and the sunset won first place in his division for his school. We were invited to the local school district's ceremonies. He received a nice certificate of participation, but alas...did not win this year. He was totally ok with it. What he was really burned up about was the pronounciation of his school's name. The announcer got it wrong every time. Funny kid.

Monday, February 1, 2010

Talent Show

Lexie participated in our ward talent show on Saturday. She played the guitar and sang a favorite, "Ask Me", by the Smiths. Enjoy!


Piano Recital

Finally, Lexie and Cooper's piano recital from Christmas. Our video camera is crap...their performances deserve so much better. Enjoy

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Transformation of Lazy Boy


Our oldest son will turn 15 next week. In the past, he was known for his moodiness, lack of motivation and video skills. This year he has amazed me. He has come out of his shell and into his own. For one thing, he has grown about 6 inches in height. All of his pants were too short. His voice has deepened and his face has thinned out. But those are just some of the physical aspects. He has developed a great sense of humor, which is essential in our home. He has become a great student at school, which is always appreciated. He not only attends morning Seminary at 6:00 am before school, he loves it. But most of all....he has gotten off the couch.

We have called him Lazy Boy, to his face mind you, for the past couple of years. We spent a week on a houseboat at Lake Powell a couple of years ago. Great opportunity for swimming, exploring, skiing, wakeboarding. Nope, playing Game Boy on the couch. Sheesh!

But Lazy Boy he is no more. I have renamed him "Iron Man". And I have LaCrosse to thank for that. Iron Man joined the high school LaCrosse team just before Christmas. Practicing for2 hours a day, 6 days a week has been remarkable. His metamorphose has begun.

Here are some pictures of Iron Man at his first scrimmage yesterday. He is in the purple penny.

Still sweet, kind and honest...soon to be the greatest all-around boy on the block.
I will be accepting applications for dating. Although he can't date for a year...it will take me that long to narrow down the field for him.

Sunday, January 17, 2010

MLK


Happy MLK, Jr. Day

Finally

It's true, it's true. Sweet Pea has been accepted to the college of my choice. After 3 months of waiting, praying and agonizing, she got her acceptance last Saturday. She will be attending BYU-Idaho in the fall 2010! Hooray!!!

Here she is with her friend, Reno Girl, who also will be attending college with Sweet Pea.
Way to Go Girls!