Marcio's Visit

Marcio came on Sat. Dec. 5 . We always welcome him back to our home and are excited when he comes to visit. He was our exchange student from Brasil in 94 & 95. He spent 3 days with us leaving on Dec. 8 and going to New York for a few days before he returned to his home. He has very cute twin daughters who we have not met but got to see some great pictures. His wife has visited with us in the past but didn't come on this trip. We have also met his dad and one of his sisters. Kristin has met his whole family because six years ago at Christmas she went to Brasil for 3 weeks and stayed with them.

Office Christmas Party

12-4-2009 It seems I am always in charge of my work Christmas Parties. This year was no exception and here are a few pictures just before it started. We ate first then played games, and ended up having a great time. The menu included chips and dip, bacon wrapped little smokies, pinwheel sandwiches, shrimp, meatballs, huckleberry cheesecake, and red velvet bundt cake.

We played Christmas Trivia, Christmas Bingo and added the spin wheel this year but it did include the infamous dice game. I actually came home with a few prizes this year, $10 cash, walmart gift card, and candle.

What Happened to Aug. & Sept.

New Hobby . I have decided making watch bands can be fun. I used to do crafts, or sew all the time and now I have found myself only doing housework, yard work, and work work, hence I have taken up making these watch bands. It has been simple and fun something besides work. I hope to use them for gifts, or would even sell them if people wanted. Wendy and I made a number over this weekend as we watched conference. She is very quick, and I am slower. I put it together then decide I think I would like the beads in a different order and redo it. Here are a few pictures of some we have made.

I can not believe it has been almost 2 months since I have added anything to my blog. There has actually been a few things happen since the end of June and in July. First of all Alex was Baptized. It was a wonderful baptism! What stands out most for me was the look (smile) on his face when he came out of the water, also I have heard him say a couple of times "that was the best day of my life." I hope he will always remember that feeling. A week after the 4th of July I went with my friend Patty to Greybull Wyoming. This was a spur of the moment trip, but I had a great time. What beautiful country, including a trip through Yellowstone! After spending the night in Greybull, we took a short trip up to Shell and into the Big Horns where we stopped at Gary and Deb's resort. It was great to see them and boy are they are in a gorgeous location. Then if you have seen Sausha or Kristin's blog you know we went on a family camping trip. It is always wonderful to be together, and for me camping is an added treat I love to camp. We had fun floating, and going to Yellowstone. Then a week later I went to our Ward's Girls Camp at Warm River. We only stayed 2 nights and 3 days, but had a fun time! The girls were great, and got along so well. I also turned 55 during this period of time. I know it sounds old, but I don't think or feel that way.

TODAY WOULD HAVE BEEN MY DAD'S 98TH BIRTHDAY AND I HAVE BEEN THINKING ABOUT HIM TODAY. I OFTEN THOUGHT HE WOULD MAKE 100.... . THERE ARE ALWAYS REMINDERS OF MY PARENTS, AND TODAY I AM MISSING MINE!

CUTE MOTHER'S DAY FLOWERS

Aren't these cute? Made with cookies, gumdrops, and gummi apple rings!

Alex's 1st Pinewood Derby~~~~Mine too!!!

Alex had is 1st Pinewood Derby last night.....Isn't he quite the handsome cub scout? I think he had a great time and did quite well......I have never been to a Pinewood Derby and it was fun to watch but even better to see what a good time the boys had. Of course Wendy was there with a couple of friends to support Alex and then my friend Patty Conan also came to cheer Alex on! It was a great way to spend an evening!

Showing off his Silver car...will it be a winner?

Anxiously waiting at the finish line!

Proudly showing off his awards. Each race he was in his car took 2nd!

Alex received his Swimming badge before the racing started! Sydney decided she had to show everyone how she could do the splits.....