Monday, September 15, 2014

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What a reward of hard work!
And that huge carrot is the only one that survived.  But is was delicious on our salad tonight!
 After dinner we started FHE with the family searching for the missing mail & shed keys that The Jett swung around and let go flying into the air earlier in the day.  After many prayers, Pink spied the keys dangling from their shoestring at the tip top our our tree.  With help from very kind neighbors, their 20-foot PCP pipe, Z half way up the tree, and the rest of us cheering him on...he was able to maneuver it enough to bring down the beloved and needed keys. That was fun…yikes.

After that we proceeded with finishing our 72-hour kits.  This is M in his stored clothes, he was so excited to take this picture.  It turned into a late night but we are now ready to go with clothes that fit, food that is fresh and edible, and hopes that we will never need them!

Sunday, September 14, 2014

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Someone is excited for her birthday in 45 days! 
I was called to be her YW leader today and now I'm excited for her to be 12 in 45 day!
 Our usual Sunday night entertainment!  A full show of dancing and singing all made up by her, tonight we were even welcomed with programs.  Her siblings are the best sports (even if a few of them are not paying attention).  I hope they have fond memories of this.

Saturday, September 13, 2014

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We were so sad it was the last day of our conference.  Next year... here we come! Along with all the knowledge we learned, meeting moms from all over the country was a highlight.  They loved Utah and it's beauty, and we were proud to call it our home.


 Tonight was homecoming for Z!
Who lends two teenage boys their Porsche 911 Turbo?
A super nice, trusting guy I guess! Thanks, it made their year!
 We met and took pictures at a beautiful home, but it was too hard competing with all the other parents in the limited space, so this is the best group shot I captured.  
 The boys!
 His darling date Abbey.  He has been great friends with her for years.
 And one with mom, his favorite.


Friday, September 12, 2014

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We walked to Temple Square for our photo walk today.
During the weekend the conference provided models for us to practice with.
This was a darling couple.


Thursday, September 11, 2014

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 September 11, 2014
I have been anxious for this day since February!
Rhonda & I attended the Click Away Photography conference at the Salt Palace in SLC.
We learned so much.
We were about halfway back and listening to Elizabeth Gilbert, author of Eat, Pray, Love. She gave a great talk on embracing our creativity.

Wednesday, September 10, 2014

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We can't believe we fit this into our day but it was a great experience for these kids.  They were very helpful and happy (no singing though). My cute friend and I have been working on our food storage and 72-hour kits for a couple of weeks.  When I called to borrow a can of tomato soup (a while ago) and she was out, we decided that it was time to restock.  Our last food storage came in very handy in a time of need. 
We are having potato pearls for dinner tonight!!!



Tuesday, September 9, 2014

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Math Facts
We can do this because we can do hard things. 

Monday, September 8, 2014

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She was so proud of her gel bubble.

Sunday, September 7, 2014

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 Yesterday while we were watching lacrosse practice, this girl and her BFF went to play at the park.  When they returned they looked like this.  Apparently they crashed a huge birthday party, had their faces and arms painted, wore a balloon flower bracelet, and rode a pony.  
Before her bath today she asked for a picture.  Party crasher! 

Saturday, September 6, 2014

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A shutout, touchdown, and lots of great tackles from this guy

Friday, September 5, 2014

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Friday Night Lights
A win and a touchdown for our Z! 

Thursday, September 4, 2014

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This cute girl has been working on finishing the Book or Mormon in 30 days.  I have found her like this several times in the afternoons.

Wednesday, September 3, 2014

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Time to get Prepared!
I did a little shopping today and even made an appointment at the Dry Pack Cannery for next week.   
$500 towards our food storage.  It feels so good!
Gotta love case lot sales, saved us $350.


Tuesday, September 2, 2014

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Z got his answer tonight from his Homecoming date.
(in the bag were three IN-N-OUT burgers)
They dropped off these posters and some milkshakes from IN-N-OUT a few weeks ago .

Monday, September 1, 2014

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Happy Labor Day!
Two boys went river rafting, one girl went on a hike, and another boy had football practice.  It was a mellow day for Jim & I.