KRISTIN'S BABY SHOWER 04-17-2010

Yesterday Emily (Kristin's friend) and Wendy had a baby shower for Kristin. It was at my house and about 18 people attended. They played a few games like guessing what was in the diaper and what type of baby food were in jars without labels, Kristin received a lot of very nice gifts-clothes, blankets, quilts, play and pack, gift card, socks, receiving blankets, burp cloths, and diapers, and a jumper and shirt from Paris, France. My friend had just been there on vacation and since it has been a dream of Kristin's to go there, I thought it would be fun for her baby to at least have something from Paris.

The refreshments consisted of raspberry frappe, cookies, cupcakes, sliced apples and dip and rice krispy baby rattle treats. Everyone received a small party favor before leaving. It was a fun afternoon and especially nice Sausha came home to share in the festivities. We all went to dinner the night before and that was quite entertaining also....we laughed so hard we cried.

(I will try to add a few more pictures so check back soon.)

April Already

Can't believe it is Spring, Christmas is over and so is my vacation. The end of January I took an actual vacation and traveled. This trip definitely took me the farthest I have been from home ~ my longest airplane experience, ~ and to the beach. (I have decided I love the beach) I went on a cruise to the Eastern Caribbean. It was so fun....and now I am ready to go again.

Pictures are ship leaving Fort Lauderdale 01-24-2010. A sunrise somewhere over the Atlantic Ocean. A lobster dinner for someone at small open air cafe on St. Marten, and our ship Emerald of the Sea (Princess Cruise Line) The Big Picture, my favorite place the beach at St John's.

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!