Sunday Drive

Today was a beautiful day. After so many cold, dark, gloomy days we decided to take a ride. It is that time of year when the Eagles congregate at the Farmington Bay Bird refuge. A lot of other people had the same idea as we did, there were quite a few people with cameras and binoculars in hand. We were able to see several eagles, although they were a ways off we were able to see them through the binoculars.

Eagle Scout Project

For the last month or so, Parker has been working on his Eagle Scout Project. He has been collecting items for the Youth Resource Center in Salt Lake. The center provides services for homeless kids- ages 15-22. They provide food and clothing, but cannot provide overnight shelter. Parker collected sweat pants, underwear, fleece blankets and food. He collected items in the ward and from generous family members and friends. He delivered the donations on February 2, 2011. It was about 20 degrees that day! The people at the shelter were very grateful for all the items and we were glad to be able to help out in a small way. Parker collected just under $1,000 worth of stuff. ( just our estimate.) We are proud of you Parker.

Bring on 2011

As we begin another year, I say "Bring it on. I'm ready." I am hoping 2011 will be a great year; productive, happy and safe for our family. I am so grateful for my wonderful husband and beautiful children. We are truly blessed. I love you all!

Our Newest Fashionista

Parker has decided that Zac is not going to be the only well dressed man in our family. He has taken a new interest in looking sharp. He knows what he likes and is not afraid of showing his own personal style. You have to admit, he is a sharp dressed man.

Christmas 2010

Christmas is always such a great time to spend together. It is so nice to still have everyone in the house. On Christmas Eve, Zac and Alisha went to a Christmas Party at her aunt's house. The rest of us had a nice dinner together. Parker had made a request for hashbrown breakfast casserole for Christmas morning, so I made it the day before and popped it in the oven on Christmas morning. We opened gifts and hung out most of the day. We made some of our favorite foods to snack on all day; bacon wrapped water chestnuts, little smokies, cheese dip and chips etc. Mom and dad came up later in the day after visiting Jeremy and Quinn, and the
Harris'. It was a great day and I think everyone was happy with the gifts given and received.

Christmas at Temple Square

Colby, Allen, and I met the Harris family at Temple Square just before Christmas. There was not much snow, it was cool, but it was a beautiful night. The lights looked fantastic. It was nice to see all the exhibits in the visitors centers. The model of the temple was awesome. After walking around Temple Square, we went over to The Pantry and had treats. It was a great evening and a nice way to spend time with family getting in the true spirit of Christmas.

Family Christmas Party

This year we went to my parents house for our family Christmas party. We had a delicious dinner, cafe rio style salads and/or burritos, chips and salsa, rice and lots of homemade candy and desserts.

As usual, Jeremy and Jessica were the life of the party. Love them!













After dinner the cousins played the gift exchange game. Everyone brought 2 gifts and left with 2 gifts. It was a lot of fun. No one ended up crying.

After the game, mom wanted a picture with all the guys in the family and one with all the girls. Some turned out better than others. Okay, let's be honest, none of them turned out very good, but they really show who we are. We love being together and always have a great time.