"I feel pretty, oh so pretty . . . "

Is it possible for a child to love accessories from birth? Taylor LOVES purses!! Anything she can drape over her sweet little arm she will. Buckets, watering cans, bracelets, etc. It's like she was programed to wear cheetah print purses. Boy am I in for it.

Comming soon . . .

Alright, in all the excitment of the new book and new movie due out in 77 days (I'm a total geek) my sister found this HILARIOUS spoof on the new trailer of Twilight. Heather I hope you get a kick out of this.
chow!!

Happy Birthday, Baby!!

It was Brandon's Birthday last week. We had so much fun partying all weekend. It was his big 30, birthday!! The kids and I spoiled him with an all day birthday affair and then made him a authentic Argentine dinner. Ellie and Parker both dressed up and served him restaurant style. Not sure how the food tasted, but we enjoyed pretending to be in Argentina.
Here's the Flan I made!!! That's right I MADE FLAN!!! Needless to say, it was gorgeous and very delicious. I am very proud of my accomplishment. :)
The next day our close friends helped me surprise Brandon with a night at Sunsplash water park!! We had a great time playing like teenagers. We later went out to IHOP and had some yummy pancakes. Thanks everyone for making this birthday GREAT!!

Breaking Dawn, Whoohooo!!!!

My cute friends and I all went to the release party for Breaking Dawn, the fourth book in the Twilight Saga. It was so fun to be with them and wait like teenagers for this book. (oh, and there were A lot of teenagers.) I have to say that I didn't bounce back the next day after being out so late. That makes me feel very old. :)

Oh, by the way, the book was GREAT!!!

Arg!! Happy Birthday Matey!!!

Parker celebrated his 7th birthday last month. We threw a Pirate Pool Party and had lots of fun. As you can see we spent a lot of time playing in the pool. One thing is for sure. Twelve boys is A LOT more work than 12 girls. Just thought I would share that moment of insight.

"Called to Serve"

My sweet nephew Jordan left on his mission today to Alaska. I have always loved Jordan. Though quiet at times he has always made me smile and most the time laugh. I have been impressed how he has always stayed on the straight and narrow and lead others with a quiet strength. I know he will have an amazing mission and will be able to bring many souls unto Christ. Love you!!

"Till we meet again. . ."

I had the great honor of being reunited with a childhood friend the other day. I can't even tell you how great it feels to be able to "continue where you left off" after 11 years! Jill Peterson was my bestest of friends as a kid and I have nothing but the bestest of memories with her. I feel so grateful that paths cross as we go through life. And I am so grateful she found me. . .