Anyone, Anyone, Anyone???

Anyone else interested in contributing to Artie's headstone. I checked online and got a few quotes. They are between $295.00 and $500.00. So it would only be about $50.00 each. Let me know so that we can start planning what we want it to say.
Thanks, Mom

A headstone for Artie

Yesterday we were talking about Artie's headstone, or lack thereof. We decided that it is time to order one. If you would like to contribute to this, please let me know. I will get an estimate and depending on how many contribute, then we will know how much it will be.
Love, Mom

What I Did This Summer-Toronto, Canada

This is the little market and square across the street from our hotel. It was a really cute little market, kinda of like a neighborhood market.

Our hotel was right on Lake Ontario and we saw many boats including a cruise ship. This is a picture of the view from our second hotel room. We were on the 30th floor and the first night we were there some kids played with a fire extinguisher in the 5th floor pool area and made the fire alarms go off and the elevators not work. We were stuck down stairs and could not climb to the 30th floor for about 2 hours. That was bad enough, but the next day I got stuck in an elevator for 15 minutes and it kept lurching down ward. So that is when I said enough and asked for a room on the lowest floor.

Grandma's 6th Annual Movie Day

Here is the whole group, except Matt, at the box office. All full of anticipation. And goofyness.

Matt and Elara. Before.

All of us during.

What a great movie. For anyone who has not seen "UP" yet, spend the money and see it on the big screen, at least once. Many times preferably. It's amazing how much more they put into the movie everytime you go to see it. See it in 3-D. It's so much clearer, crisper. Oh, and take a box of tissues. It's sad, happy and it will change your life. Guaranteed.

Daniel's Graduation

This is Daniel, all graduated. And one proud mom.

This is Daniel in front of the car with the dead battery. He would not pose in front of the car with the flat tire. We fixed both and got to Graduation on time. It was a miracle.
Hannah, Karley and Paige with our Graduate.

The Graduate with his cords before the big ceremony.

Daniel's Last Game

These are Daniels' friends, AJ, Johnathan, Andrew and of course his sister Hannah.

This was Daniel's final game of his senior year. He was the captain of the Varsity Team and was named MVP a few days later at the sports banquet. We are really proud.

How cute is she?! Alexis Rose Wims came into the world today at 3:33 this morning. Happy Birthday Alexis.

Daniel playing Volleyball

Daniel played Varsity volleyball. He was the team captain and was "setter". He did a great job and we're really proud of him.

Family outing

A gaggle of geese at Tule Springs Heidi fetching a rock at the Lee canyon meadow Madeline doing her best Jack Jack impersonation

Last monday I had the day off, so we decided to go on a little outing. We started by driving up to Mt. Charlston. We then drove over the mountain to Lee canyon, and played in the meadow. On the way home we stoped at Tule springs( it was fun we need to plan a family trip there it is 6$ per vehical).

Western!

It's finally back! The home movies are coming again. This is one that was shot around the end of January.

I just found this...

As we get closer and closer to this years family reunion, I wanted to post a fond picture memory of last years excursion!! We had soo much fun, but apparently not as much fun as Jack Jack!! Too cute

Who remembers...

Who remembers the year when Brother Nottage was conducting Sacrament Meeting on Cinco de Mayo Sunday and he wished us all a happy Sensio de May-O! That is one of my favorite Cinco de Mayo memories, what are yours??

Easter Saturday

Please come next Saturday to Grandma Sarah's for an Easter Egg Hunt and lunch and maybe even (if the weather permits) a little water park action. We'll start hunting at 10:45 a.m. for those of you who observe MST or 11:00 a.m. regular time. Bring your bathing suit and some tanning lotion and a beach chair if you want to "lay out" in the sun at the Rainbow Water Park while the kids run through the water. See you then!!

This Could Be Fun!!

Ok, Here's the deal: The first five people to comment on this post will get something made by me.My choice.For you.This offer does have some restrictions and limitations:1- I make no guarantees that you will like what I make.2- What I make will be just for you.3- It'll be done this year.4- You have no clue what it's going to be. It may be a story. It may be photography, I may sew or stitch or bake something. Who knows? Not you, that's for sure!5- I reserve the right to do whatever I want!The catch? Oh, the catch is that you must re-post this on your own blog and offer the same deal to 5 of your own lucky blog readers. So, the first 5 people to leave a comment telling me they are in, win a FAB-U-LOUS homemade gift by me! Oh, and be sure to post a picture of what you win when you get it.

Fam Fieldtrip 3: Fine Dining and Fine Entertainment

I'm a big fan of outings with the Fam! Madeline and I rallied the troopes for a fun night out on the town! This week at work a rep from Planet Hollywood came by with comp-ed tickets for a few shows playing there.

I came home told Mark, Victoria and Matt and we decided to make a night of it! We called up Dad and Ruth and got all gussied-up and decided to go to dinner before the show.
We saw "The Ultimate Variety Show" which ended up being better than anticipated!


We chose a lovely Tuscan Grille at Town Square called Brio. It was FABULOUS! I even had my first Pork Chop with the bone still in-Que Fancy!

Matt and Chrystal chose a Steak with Gorgonzola and other fancy ecoutrements (no clue how to spell that!) The waiter looked rather surprised that Chrystal wanted ketchup for her Steak!

Dad and Ruth made excellent choices as well and even sprung for the best appetizers EVER! Shrimp on a piece of Eggplant in some kind of magically delish sauce. There was prob some high brow name for it! I also give five stars to their Spinach and Artichoke Dip!

Markie chose a Chicken Limon with Capers!


Don't know how to remove this duplicate picture! Sorry!

Opportunities like this should come my way more often! So call me up and we'll go on our own lil' Fieldtrip! The more the merrier!

The Family Test

The Test.

1. Who said, "You have buns and you did not tell me?" and "I'm not a Frenchie, I'm a Belgie"?

2. Who did the Richard Nixon impersonation?

3. Name the holiday that children are chased around by raw poultry.

4, What are the Friday night and Saturday morning meals?

5. Who in the family plays the piano? There can be many answers.

6. What is your nickname?

7. Submit your own question.

Happy Birthday, Matt and Andy!!!

Matt, the birthday boy, and Markie, Becky and Hannah at Ethel M a few days before Matt's Birthday.

Andy at Daniel's Eagle Project in October of 2008. Andy is wearing his St. Patricks Day face paint.

City of Henderson 5K

Waiting around while we wait for Leah and Dustin to check in.

Putting on the time markers

Police Department Academy

The "waiters".

The runners, after the run.

Everyone from Madison's school who participated.




"Little Black a Pony" who also ran in the 5K. He won in the horse division.

The three biggest winners.

Hood Rat Thousandaire The Movie

Coming Soon to a Theatre near you!

A new movie starring the famous actor Markie Warren Jr. in his most daring role yet. Please turn off all cell phones and return your seat to it's full upright postiton.

A tale (or tail) of a young man born into poverty who goes to a family party where he participates in a game show, of sorts (it was actually a cart wheel and head stand contest) where he takes top honors in the break dancing division. (He was the only entry in that category, but that is not important.) He then breaks out of the poverty he was destined to and buys a little house in the suburbs where he raises chickens and bunnies and dogs and collects rocks and rusty tin cans. (It sure sounds a lot like the same place he was born.) Oh, well. That is just the denoument. The End. That's all folks!

Family Fieldtrips: Flea Market

Daniel-"Hey-Save Me a Piece of that Carn!"
Sat. mornings are always TONS of fun in little Mexico!

Before the Mish, I had gone to the Swap Meet and joked the whole time about how embarassed I was to be there-like "What is all this trash!?!" Now, I LOVE it! Can't get enough of it. Makes me SO happy to be back with my peeps! I love how much "culture" there is to discover at the Feria!

Aside, from buying new animailitos..this week Matt, Mark and Daniel tried for the first time EVER..... "Nacho Libre Corn" from the Krazy Korn stand!


Loved being their with them! So funny! It's a piece of corn with mayo and Chili Powder. Here they even add butter! Super healthy, verdad?

Mark just happens to be a connoiseur of fine corn and it appears that this passed the test! Sounds gross, but seriously delish!

MORE TO COME SOON!

Desert Gloom (Yesterday's Trip to Mojave National Preserve)

Matt, Asher and Victoria look at how trains are moved mannually at the Kelso Train Depot.

The beautiful Kelso Train Depot, out in the middle of nowhere.


Emma dressed herself.

Alex had a great time at the depot.

Back in the saddle again. Asher is a total dweeb.

How many girls can ride the same horse?

Victoria and Madeline.

Winter Wonderland, Joshua Tree Style.

For a while, it was snowing like crazy.

It was a beautiful day, even if it was freezing and blizzard like.