Happy Mothers Day

So, since somany mothers feel a bit of guilt at not being perfect on Mothers Day, here is a little tribute that should not contribute to that guilt :)

A bit geeky, yes, but fun none the less...enjoy!

Shari's Cleaning Tip #162

How to clean fingerprint powder off of your belongings:

1. Use a dry paper towel to remove as much excess as possible.

2. Use a solution of dish soap and water to remove any more loose powder. This will not, however, remove all of the powder.

3. Mr. Clean Magic Eraser - I swear these things are really magic! It took all of the remaining residue off.


WARNING: This powder gets on EVERYTHING! Beware of your clothing while trying to clean it off.

Why is this relevant, you ask? See Justin's Blog for the explanation!

Annie-ism's

Mom: Annie, you need to get in the bath, or you'll have to go to time-out.
Annie: (running down the hallway) No Mommy! Don't bite me!
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To Daddy while camping: Daddy, can I ride on your beautiful shoulders? (She is learning the art of "buttering-up" to get what she wants)
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"No Mommy. Stop right there. Don't move, OK?"
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"Mommy, put that down. I'll count to 3, then you have to have time-out. OK. 1-2-3. OK Mommy, you have to go to time-out. Come on."

Fun in Mexico

We spent about a week in Rocky Point with Michelle and her family. We had TONS of fun!

Sitting in the sand in your Sunday best!

Swimming (Annie's favorite)

Swimming in the ocean with Heath

Relaxing on the beach.

Getting ready to dig!

Creatures from the Deep Blue Sea

While we were in Rocky Point, we found lots of fun sea creatures! Justin was a pro at finding them. Here are a few of the really good ones that he found.

Here is a big crab that he found. It's hard to see how big it is, but you guys know the size of those shells!

Look closely at this picture. Ian is holding a small crab that Justin found. Be careful though, because crabs pinch! (As Ian discovered just as this picture was being taken!)

Last of all is the octopus. Justin found this lying in the sand, and we moved him to a pool of water. Ignore the manic laughing in the background. It is not me. I repeat, it is not me!

Drum Roll Please...

Chihuly at the Deseret Botalical Garden

We went and saw the Chihuly displays at the Botanical Garden today for Justin's birthday. It was so cool. They had the glass sculptures among all of the desert plants. Some of the sculptures looked like they were really part of the landscape. We were there as the sun was getting low in the sky, and it was really beautiful!


Anne has a "cool" look that she gets when she wears her sunglasses. We try to get her to smile, but she just keeps her "cool face" on.






Happy Birthday Justin! I love you so much!

New Years Resolution

Be a better blogger!
Happy New Year!

My New Favorite Christmas Song

"Bad Food"

Yesterday was not a good day for Annie. She was very cranky, and everything that happened sent her into a fit of tears. Needless to say, by the end of the day, I was exhausted. On top of that, I hadn't made it to the grocery store like I needed to. So, we decided to get take-out for dinner instead. As we were leaving, we asked Annie, "Should we go get some bad food, or good food?" She answered back, "Bad food." Then when we pulled up to the restaurant, she again said, "bad food!" Here is a picture of Annie in all her ornery glory yesterday.