Proof we had a good time up North this weekend!

Smile like you mean it.

Both of them smiling AND looking at the camera. Truly a rare event. My hat is off to Master Photo Taker Tiffany.

Little Home Depot Pick-me-up

I was at home depot this morning because I am determined to grow something! While I was waiting in line an old man came up to me and was complementing me about Nathan and Jacob.
Old Man:
Oh they are so cute,
How old are they,
I love that blond hair,
they are soooo handsome. . . . .
(pause to look up)
You must have a good looking husband.

Robyn:
Thanks, I do

Or I'll Huff and I'll Puff...

Allison and Amanda had a great time at their princess party last Saturday. We had about 15 little rugra.. er, sweet darling children attend our party for about 2 hours. The games and respective winners included:

Bean Bag Toss - Alan Fackrel, age 7. He is about a foot taller than everyone else, and the gold medal wouldn't fit over his head.

Kiss the Frog - Tie between Allison, age 5 and Coker age 6. Allison still can be seen wearing her medal.

Ditch the Witch - Cooper, age 2. It was a real contest between sweet little Cooper and Coker; the kid who was menacingly pointing his finger in the crying faces of those that were stuck with the apple when the music stopped and shouting "ditch the witch, ditch the witch!

A good time was had by all. Thank you notes for all the giffs are "in the mail" (not yet written, but the intent to do so is still strong)

Grilled Cheese Fungus

I decided that Nathan had taken his last lap around the table and Jacob had thrown his grilled cheese sandwich across the table for the last time and both were done with lunch for today. I always try not to waste food so I began to finish Jacobs sandwich. As I am about to take the last bite, Nathan informs me that since I had asked him to stay in his chair and Jacob had thrown his sandwich on the floor, that he picked it up with his feet, grabbed it with his hands and then handed it back to Jacob, who then threw it across the table. I looked down at the sandwich in my hands. . .

I always knew Brazil nuts were good for something.

Now, instead of picking them out of the trail mix and throwing them away, we can have the increased mobility and balance provided by six toes.

A message for Cameron.

Sky from Jokake says hi.

He's doing a remodel here at our office. I recognized him from when he did the build out of the office of my previous employ. I don't think he recognized me, and I didn't refresh his memory because my previous employer made that job not so fun for him.

Nice guy. You should grow your hair out and spike it up like his.

Courtney didn't like the last picture

Maybe she will appreciate this one.



Or this other one. If you don't like any of those, you may need to consult w/ the genius sister in law.

Change of Scenery

Sorry Colm, she only deserves 3 days of ridicule for staying in bed.

I'm wide awake, it's morning.

Someone had a tough time getting out of bed this morning. I was picking up the house (it looked like we had a party here last night) and it came time to make the bed, but somebody wouldn't budge.

A little health concern

The State Fair season is upon us and it is time for our annual plea to people on this blog. PLEASE DO NOT GO ON THE TILT-A-WHIRL this year. There are some definite health hazards in store. First, it is very hard to tell if there has been antiseptic spray to cleanse the riding car--and you do not know if it was done by a certified professional or just the itinerant "sawdust-spreader" that they hire as they come into town.
Realistically, we can avoid a lot of problems if we use this practical safety guide:
1. Don't pay good money for the ride.
2. If you do, take lots of anti-biotics.
3. If you are in line, watch out for barfing fair-goers.
4. If the ride is next to the chile dog stand, stand way back.

Enjoy the fair.

Halloween starts a little early this year.

In Spanish

I was helping a friend with her preschool on Tuesday and they start their day with the pledge of allegiance. At the end of the pledge Nathan turned to me and said, "I don't know this one, it must be in Spanish". So if any of you could translate the following words into English, Nathan might find it helpful: pledge, allegiance, republic, nation, indivisible (I cant tell if these big words threw him off, or if it is because the pledge tends to be slured into sentences that sound like big long words.)

My Favorite Part of the Party

On our way home last night we asked every one what their favorite part of the princess party was. Nathan's favorite part was the CD player he gave to Allison, Dad's favorite part was playing with balls downstairs, Jacobs favorite part was, "Baa" and mine of course was. . .

Result of the Carter Family Photo Fiasco

All I got from conference was my two front teeth.

I'll give you all two chances to guess who has two bottom teeth growing in...

... and no, it's not Aubrey (I hope).

Family Picture

As much as I like the most recent Carter Family Photo (this is isn't it, but it's all I could find), it is missing a few of us and so I give you.... the Carter Family Photo Fiasco!

Tomorrow after the second session of General Conference, at 3:00 p.m., just before dinner we are taking a family photo at Carl & Brooke's. It is imperative that everyone attend and that the following attire be worn:

Boys: Light blue polo or dress shirt, preferably short sleeved. Go for this color, and no darker than this color.

Girls: White polo shirt or blouse, preferably short sleeved

See you there!

Funny boys

I don't know who teaches them this stuff, but they sure have fun being silly.

Nathan found my extendable fork and decided he thought it was "hilarious" to use it to eat pancakes.

Watching Conference

We are not watching General Conference with Greg or Carl today, but I am guessing that we would be seeing a lot more of this. Wake Up! It is tough to listen with your eyes closed.

PETA hates me.

To find out why, check my site.