Still Ridin'

My Dad polished his Motorcycles on Father's Day and went for a ride.... Still riding and lovin It! My favorite is the Triumph. I'd ride it but my feet don't touch the ground!!!! Oh ..he usually wears a helmet but was so excited he could kick start the bike with his bad knees, he just went!! A Happy Grandpa as well....

Even though it was raining like crazy we decided to have a summer bbq. Burgers,corn, potatoe chips and some watermelon. Grandpa was holding a piece and Kieran got hold of it..He loved it!!!! Grandpa was enjoying himself too :)

Kory's Wedding

Letting off steam before posing!

Stace

Rox

Paul and Leslie

Wedding Party
Emma dropping petals in the fountain cuz she's bored!!!!

Paul's friend Kory got married this past week to a great girl named Andrea. We got to see them" tie the knot!" It was so much fun seeing a bunch of old friends not seen in ages. The Hasegawas's and my family blended into one when we were growing up....we did everything together. Kory and Paul once traded jackets and expected no one to notice...Kory being Japanese and Paul.. British and blonde!!!! Hmmmm Anyway We had a damn good giggle over all the crazy things we used to do. It made me feel like a kid again. Cheers to renewed friendships!

See how the garden grows

My favorite pot...
The well traveled wheelbarrow!
My favorite spot
We are going to do a waterfall(small one)at the front of this spot :)
I love Spring! Everything is coming up green!The plants are growingand starting to bloom. Sitting on the little patio with morning coffee or wine in the evening...nothing better. I'm taking advantage of it till it gets too hot and all you want to do is stand by an air vent and cool off!! or dangle your feet in the kiddie pool and eat a popsicle! Emma can't wait for that! She keeps asking is it hot enough for the pool? Tilly can't wait either! She likes popsicles too..or iced coffee. She's not picky!

Caitlin Prom May 2009

Caitlin had prom over the weekend. They went to a lake and went wakeboarding, then dinner and prom. She looks awesome! But then she is my niece....All grown up!

Happy Mother's Day!

Mother's Day at my house is also known as "planting Day". I hope everyone had a good one!!!We sure did. Thanks to my mom for everything she does and will continue to do. I love you Mom!

Thanks to the Hackers for the reminder that Flamingo's are always pink!! Love it....

This is what makes my mom the happiest. surrounded by us and her new plants!

Nothing like digging in dirt
Ah.. a good day

Cheers to all the mom's!

Birthday wishes

Happy Birthday to my awesome brother Paul! He is a great guy, although growing up he was a pain in the butt!!! He makes me laugh. He is a teacher of English at Riverton High school, and a coach of both the boys and girls soccer teams! Go Silverwolves! Obviously he is an avid soccer fanatic (Man U) and can be found at Real Salt Lake Games. He is an awesome dad, and the best part is.... he shares his kids with me :) Hope you have a wonderful Day!

Check out Kierans Hat:) just a little big.

Emma's Quilt

My mom just finished up a quilt for Emma..I think it is stunning! Woo Hoo Mom! I wish I could whip these out like she does!!! It takes me years to do one like this.

The word is out!!!! My favorite organic lotions and potions company is going to be on NBC's Today show tomorrow (Friday) morning! Heres the link to the article:
http://feelgoodstyle.com/2009/04/23/bubble-bee-on-nbc/
I'm so excited WOO HOO for them. I guess they are going to be open soon in Trolley Square! stay tuned.

Lemon Blueberry Bread YUM!

Lemon Blueberry Bread SUBMITTED BY: Cook4Me


PREP TIME 30 Min
COOK TIME 1 Hr
READY IN 1 Hr 30 Min
Original recipe yield 1 - 8x4 inch loaf



INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)
1/3 cup melted butter
1 cup white sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup white sugar


DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8x4 inch loaf pan.
In a mixing bowl, beat together butter, 1 cup sugar, juice and eggs. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; stir into egg mixture alternately with milk. Fold in lemon zest, nuts, and blueberries. Pour batter into prepared pan.
Bake in preheated oven for 60 to 70 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. Cool bread in pan for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, combine lemon juice and 1/4 cup sugar in a small bowl. Remove bread from pan and drizzle with glaze. Cool on a wire rack.

So ready to Garden!

Today was such a nice sunny day we decided to start planting! Just had the urge to play in dirt!!!! Picked up some little greenhouses and pots, some seeds and off we go! Some we are waiting to plant outside.....I can't wait for garden veggies!

All dressed up and ready...

Click on the pic to enlarge!

Easter cookies and coloring eggs

Court

I recieved a subpeona to appear in Murray City court.. Today was the day! It was regarding my car accident back in December. It seems that the girl that ran into the back of me was disputing her tickets...... Following too close and no insurance... (She has been a pain in the bum from day one, still no contact with my insurance co.) When I heard I had to appear, I couldn't believe the balls on this girl. So off to court I go. Met up with my fellow accident vics and talked to the prosecutor. It turns out the girl is in New Mexico and isn't going to show up. What the Hell????? The prosecutor asks if we want to testify individually or have the police officer do it.. Well I sure didn't want to get up on the stand so I said please have him do it...LOL He does and we agree with what he said....In her absence she was found guilty and we are free to go. I thank the police officer, filled out a form and will collect $18.00 for showing up. I don't get people anymore. What a waste of time. At least it was a beautiful spring day! The really weird thing when I read my horoscope this morning it said.........Be an observer, be a witness if called. Things are changing and at a rapid rate...Interesting

April 1st.....

I spent most of my morning yesterday on the phone with the direct tv "people". People hah... most of the time I was pushing a number on the phone or trying to talk to a computer...the computer responding, "I'm sorry, I don't understand what you said." I HATE this. After being transfered about 4 times I finally get a tech support person. Not much help there..Someone is going to have to do a service call for 49.95. It's their stuff don't you think they should come check it out for nothing?????? I decided then to get out of the house (not in a very good mood) Starbucks will cheer me up. Well I get to the drive thru(I can't get into trouble going there can I?)....Order when ready.. I do.... order when ready...I just did....order when ready...what?..can you hear me? ... Yeeeeeessssssss.....can you hear me say April Fools.... Can you Hear me say*%*&$$ I drove off ..I just want a F******G cup of my favorite coffee. Not a trick....I went to Beans and Brew, ordered and with my rewards card got a free drink. Yum. Later I went to get my neice and nephew from Day Care. We get home and are sat coloring (Emma and I). Emma says "I'm going to cut my hair." I freak out and say no your not! I didn't want to have that on my watch! She smiles looks at me and says "April Fools" :) Glad it's over

Sunday Pics

Since we are going to get a major snow storm I decided to post some more family pics. I would rather look at the "kids" any day over snow!!!! Happy Sunday!
So Big!

Coloring with my sis!

Chillin'

Swingin'

Flashback...

I was messing around on Facebook yesterday and joined my highschool graduating class... I decided to click on pictures for a giggle. Well I clicked and got the shock of the century! There I was....right in the middle! My History class had taken a trip back East and here was a pic of the group!! I really hadn't thought that much about highscool over the years so get all the gigles you want... I'm still in shock!!! LOL By the way i totally stole the pic from Patty!!

Old Fashioned Chocolate Chip Cookies

These cookies are my all time favorite! Perfect for any time of year, any occasion!!! Try some!

Old Fashioned Chocolate Chip Cookies

1 C shortening
¾ C sugar
¾ C brown sugar
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla
2 eggs
1 ½ C flour
2 C oatmeal
1 C nuts (optional)
1 package (2 C ) chocolate chips

Cream shortening and sugars. Stir in beaten egg and vanilla. Stir in salt soda flour and oatmeal. Stir in nuts and chips. Form cookies and bake at 350 for 8-10 minutes

More family "pics"

Daddy's girlsEmma is not so excited to get her hair done!!! But I finished "the do"and she says " I look like princess Aurora!"

Happy St Patricks Day" Kiss Me I'm Irish!"



The Clan!

Caitlin

Caits and Kieran

Caitlin is on Spring break and decided to come see us! We are so lucky to have her come. She is such a wonderful part of our family. Emma can't get enough of her big sis! Caitlin is a junior in high school in Gilbert, Arizona. Every once in a while she likes to come to the "cooler" climate! She plays soccer for Higley High School, scoops frozen custard at a Neilsons Custard shop...plays the piano and is an excellent student! She is beautiful inside and out. We cherish every moment spent with her.

Sisters!
Homecoming Dance pic

Being Goofy!