The scarlet pimpernel

Mom told me to make no plans for Friday night, and said I was going to go with her, so I couldnt help but wonder what we were going to do, since she is such a party animal. She said she would take me to dinner! I wont ever turn down a free dinner! So off we went. She told me we were going to the play "The pink pumpernickel" well I knew that wasn't right, but she insisted it was, so I was so excited...NOT! They have season tickets to Hale Theatre, and I was never really interested, although I do like plays. We left at 1, the play didn't start til 4, so we went shopping a little, and found Sherry a couple of things, then went to chillli's for a drink cause we still had a little time. Went to the play "THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL" which was actually a lot better than I thought. Went to TGIF for dinner (sat at the bar which was a little uncomfortable for mom and I) she said she was going to order a beer. We laughed a lot, it was actually a great night out with Mom. and a memorable one for sure!!! She is so fun!

First day of College, High School, and Middle School

Some of the incredible men in my life! They all started school yesterday, It went very well. They all loved it! Conner and Collin had football right after school, so I didn't even see them til late, but
everyone had a great day. Eric loved his first day of college. No problems, and said there are lots of "hot girls!" but Kaylie on the other hand had a different kind of day...

Mom and I, went to Orem to see Kaylie's apartment. Her first day wasn't so good, I got a call first thing in the morning, and her voice shaking, "Mom I am lost" well I thought she was at least on campus, but no...I said where are you? She said I am in Provo on some corner. Immediately I panicked, young girl on a corner in Provo, has no idea where in Provo, (She got off the bus after realizing she wasn't going to UVU) I also had no idea where in Provo...but Vesta came to the rescue cause she knows Provo like the back of her hand, knew where she was, She then called Lyle, and he saved her life!!! Man she owes him BIG time. Thanks Lyle... then she went to institute, hadn't eaten AT ALL, decided to go back home before her dance class and eat, well she witnessed a wreck, and the cop wouldn't let her leave until she filled out a statement. She then was to late to go to dance. I got a text that said.."Mom I hate college." but we laughed, took her to dinner, accidentally hit her in the head with the headboard..(don't ask how!) gave her a headache, and goose egg. Put her in bed, and now she is ready to go back. I know tomorrow will be a better day!!!

two months...but who is counting

It has been two months, that my sister has been in Fukuoka Japan, on thier mission. I recieved a wonderful e-mail today, I wanted to post. She means the world to me and I miss her so much.

Hi my sweet sister,We are having a relaxing Sunday just the two of us. We had Stake Conf.and it went well. I just wanted to tell you how much I love you.Heavenly Father sent you to me, because he knew how much I needed asister like you. Thank you for your love and support. There is not aday that goes by that I don't think about you and miss you everyday.I wanted to make sure you were okay, and not too sad with having yourbaby girl go off to college. She will have so much fun, at least shecan come home and visit. How is Eric doing? He will be startingschool as well. I can't believe they are growing up so fast. Collinand Conner will be off before you know it. You are a wonderfulmother, they have been taught well. Thank you for loving my sweetfamily. They truly love you too. One day when you have your owngrandchildren you will already know how to be the best grandma in theworld. You have had so much practice with mine. Please kiss everyonefor me. I love you with all my heart.Love, Sherry

College Time...

Well off she goes... Finally its here and surprisingly I am not too sad. Being the emotional person that I am, I thought I would be a basket case, and I am a bit sad, but more than sad I am excited for her to start this adventure. Don't get me wrong, I definitely shed some tears, I just was not the emotional wreck I was anticipating. When Kaylie, Eric and I got to Orem, They had big welcome signs, and people in the pool playing ping pong. and I immediately thought of how much fun she will have. (Eric said when he is not at his campus he will definatly be at hers.) We carried everything up, (Thanks to Eric) made her bed, put up the shower curtain, gave her all my cash to go shopping, paid first months rent, and off we went, thats all she needed Mom and big brother for. She was so excited and they even had a BBQ for all residents. Cori, her friend since kindergarten was there to meet her. We were the first of her room mates to get there, so we set up fast, then they all slowly arrived. Go gett em' girlie...have the time of your life, We love you!!!

Saying our goodbyes, no tears!! it was great! We definatly

will miss her craziness, dancing in the kitchen, messy room,

quoting movies with Eric, and of course being a taxi!

(now I will have to do it.)

Cute bathroom! GOOD JOB GIRLY!!

Her couch in the living room.

Look at her zebra bed, we made it sooo soft, almost

like home. feather down mattress pad, and down comforter!!

She says "Mom how do you put up a shower curtain"

Her best friend there to meet her!! I have this same

picture of them going to kindergarten! wow how I wish

I could turn back time!

She is now officially a wolverine!

Check in..

Well its NOT home, but I will let them borrow her!

All the boys will miss her cleaning up after them,

so will I!!!!!

getting her last fast food meal, now she has to cook ha ha

Bye Dad he had to work and called to tell her good luck,

he gave her a wonderful blessing last night!

We made some cookies (homemade oreos) for move in day

and to share with her roomies, that may be dinner!!!

She starting the frosting fight!!

Letter from Kaylie

This is my letter from Kaylie.... off to college


Mom-I'm sitting here and I can't sleep. I keep thinking that this is one of my last nights here for a bit. I just wanted to tell you how much I love you and appreciate all you do for me. Without your help I wouldn't be able to be moving nor able to experience this next part of my wonderful life to the fullest. It really means a lot to me that I have your support. Thank you for all the time and money you have spent as well... Thank you for being there for me always and for just being you. I seriously have the best mom in the world, and all my friends seem to agree. I am going to miss you a ton but I know I will be home a lot, and if anything, this experience will strengthen our relationship. It really blows my mind that I am already in college, I'm sure it blows your mind twice as much, it's fiinally hitting me though. I am so excited! I have the supprt of the best family I could ever ask for, the best friends anyone could ever want and I will be at one of the coolest schools ever. All thats left to do is live my life to the fullest. I really hope to see you in Orem a lot and just have us time like we did the other day, you'll never know how much that really meant to me. Just like I don't think you'll ever know how much you mean to me. Seriously mom, you are perfect to me. I idolize you so much and it might sound clique but I really want to be just like you someday and I think my life will be complete if I can be half the mother you are. I look up to you so much and really try to think of you in every decision I make. Thank you for loving me and also thank you for loving Jordan, he really loves you too. I really hope I'm not putting more stress on you with leaving, I know you are already having a hard time with Sherry, but I am only 45 minutes away and will see you a ton! I have never loved anyone in my life more than I love you and that grandmother of mine. :) I don't think I ever will love anyone more than you two. You make me who I am today, without you I would really be nothing. I owe everything I am to you. Thank you for being you, for being my mother and for being my best friend (forever). I love you so much, and as Carrie Underwood says, Don't forget to remember me. :) I know my relationship with you didn't start here on earth, and I am so thankful it won't end here either. LOVE YOU SOOO MUCH! Love: Kaylie.

fun and "relaxing" weekend!

Kaylie, Angie, and I started our Saturday by shopping in park city. We ate lunch at Loco Lizard, (I would HIGHLY recommend it!) then did some more shopping, then went to Heber. took a little nap. We waited for Vesta to join us and went for some dinner at dairy keen. Vesta and I Watched about 15 minutes of "17 again," went to sleep for the night, (Thats were Vesta ended up ALL night) Ang and Kaylie got through the whole movie...I think, (no proof of that) Got up in the morning went for some breakfast at the "hub" went back home to finish watching the movie we fell asleep for the night before...as you can see Kaylie and I finished the movie as Vesta and Angie slept AGAIN! (we do have proof cause we had fun taking pictures!) Waited for my dear friend to wake up again, cleaned a bit and were on our way home. Obviously we were sooo busy we didnt have time to play the games we brought, go to the pool, play tennis, or just sit outside, (it was a bit chilly) but thoroughly enjoyed every minute, and especially the company! A perfect weekend of relaxing if you ask me...eat, sleep and be merry.....right? I will add shopping to that.

some more football.....

Today the boys had a pre-season scrimmage. They

did awesome both played well!!! I am so proud of them for the time

and effort that goes into this. 9-1130 every morning, then 4-930 every night! Now thats dedication!!! Have a great season boys, but most importantly have fun!!!!

Collin is #56 and Conner is # 35

The one thing I "HATE" is they come home and they stink so bad, it makes me sick!!! My sweet...... little boys, I thought would never smell like "this!"....

when they say boys stink...... oh man, thats an understatement. I have the shower turned on as soon as they pull into the garage! My little Kaylie never smelled like that.

Where did the time go?

We are really starting to feel old, 2 kids in college, and 2 kids playing high school football. Conner just registered for high school today, and I can't believe it. He is really growing up. Where does the time go? For you young Mothers...Don't ever wish the time away! Enjoy every minute!

I have great kids and am very lucky!!

and Collin...

Headed for UVU

What a great day. Kaylie and I headed out early this morning to UVU to get the books she needed, see her apartment and start accepting the fact she is moving out. What a great chapter in her life. I am so excited for her and this adventure. When I was walking around campus today, thoughts racing through my head, I couldn't help but think of how big everything and everyone was and thinking...she still is my baby. Is she ready for this? but I know she is and how much fun she will have. She is so good, smart, logical, and beautiful, and that sure makes it easier to let go. She is ready and I know she will have the time of her life.
We then went to lunch at P.F Chang's (my very favorite!) and shopped at the mall for a while, then finally stopped for a movie. Julie and Julia! Cute show, not necessarily my favorite, but cute. We laughed a lot and had a great time. Thanks for a memorable day, I love you sweetie!!

Wow I am glad Alaina told me ahead of time how expensive books are.