End of School "Recap"

It was a BUSY week full of graduations, dance festivals, water parties, field days and so much more! The kids had such a great year and love all of their friends and teachers. I'm grateful for the ability to spend most of my lunch breaks helping in their classrooms and throwing all the parties. I know we will all miss it but will enjoy the late nights of summer, camping, hiking, and swimming!

OOPS We Did It Again...

Thanks to our awesome staff and the great people that live in our community, Courtyard at Jamestown once again took home Best of State Honors!
We had a great time last night....
and LOOK! I even got to meet American Idol Winner David Archuleta!!!!
Go HERE to see my favorite Archie song!

It's The Weekend...And The LAST Day of School!

Hillcrest Flag Retirement Ceremony

I feel so proud to be an American...so proud of our two handsome cub scouts and their participation in the retirement of the Hillcrest Flag. Thank you to Brother Clegg for putting all this together and making it an extra special day for the boys! It was a beautiful ceremony.

She's An Artist

I know, I know....all parents marvel at the brilliance that is their own offspring. Having said that, I truly believe this little lady (although she looks more like a boy in this photo) is destined for greatness. There's not a moment of the day that you won't find her without pen and paper in hand. This chick loves to create!

This photo should give you new respect for me, the one who has to try each and every morning to convince this chica to do something with her hair before school. Oh boy, that's always a rough part of my day! And, since it's almost Summer and the boys don't wear their shirts sometimes she's taken the attitude that wearing her shirt is "optional".


I love every single little masterpiece....I wish I could keep them all. Just watch out, "Abby Hill Abigail" is going to climb some mountains for sure!

1 Fish, 2 Fish, Green Fish, Blue Fish

After a long winter and really missing one of our favorite places, we loaded the kiddies up and headed out for our first fishing trip of the year.

This guy is the most faithful fisherman of all. He didn't leave his dad's side all day long.

I love that Isaac is so sweet to Abby. He enjoys teaching her new things and being her big brother (most of the time).

I love living in the mountains and having such beautiful places like this to spend our days.

Every little girl should have a pink barbie pole to go fishing with....

He can cast his own pole, just look at him in action!!!!

The first catch of the day!

That's one good looking trout Isaac!

What an awesome dad Justin is!

Abby thought the sandy beach was the best part of the day!

Everyone had to inspect the fish.

The best part was that I didn't have to touch a thing. Thank you sweetie!

It looks like a "BIG ONE"

Even mom caught a fish. More like, I looked over at the pole sitting next to me as it was sliding into the water. Lucky I guess :)

On Our "TO DO" List Tomorrow....

"You've got to let go of that stuff from the past because it just doesn't matter . The only thing that matters is what you choose to be now." ~Po

Look What I Did...

I took this...

And made this! I really did it! It was the easiest thing ever! No more store bought jam for our family!

And I had the best little "jam makers" ever help me!

Flashback Friday

I found these treasures hiding on a lost memory card. I look at them and wonder: where exactly does the time go?

I've Been Meaning To Tell You....

I REALLY loved this book....I read it in like three days I think. And, as you can tell by the "What's on my nightstand" icon at the right of your screen, I generally don't read anything in 3 days or even 30. The movie was good too. There was just something delightful about it, a good read for sure.

My Latest Project

It's crazy I know...I always find these crazy things to be part of. It's been a really fun ride. I was asked by a good friend to be on the volunteer team for this great event. You should join us tonight and tomorrow night for what is sure to be a fantastic show. David Osmond and Kendra Lowe will be performing and there are even a few surprises in store!
Go HERE to learn more.
Oh, and while your at it, watch THIS you tube sensation... He'll be our Master of Ceremonies so you're sure to get a few laughs in there too!
Don't forget, there are still tickets available for STADIUM OF FIRE!

Number Thirty -Five

1992, Very Likely My Best Birthday Ever. Just moments after this photo was taken, the doorbell rang. Sitting on my porch was a dozen roses, box of chocolates and a new watch. From Justin. Why is this such a big deal? First, I had never gotten anything from a boy on my birthday. Second, it was my first set of roses. THIRD, I had no idea that he really even knew I existed. He was away at college (yes, I was only 16 and still in high school) and had made arrangements to make this happen. I felt like I could fly. He came home that weekend and tried to teach me how to drive his red mustang. I failed, almost wrecking his car in the process. That gave us both a great laugh. It was the start of a special friendship that spanned nearly 8 years before we took our first real date. I love this day.

End Of A Great Season!

Major Eye Candy

2011 Tulip Festival
Thanksgiving Point