Father's Day Fun

We are pretty lucky to have great guys in our family and we were excited to honor them on Father's Day. We had a yummy dinner then Kristen planned a game called, "Which Daddy Is It" where the kids were on teams and had to guess things about their Dad's and Grandpa. It was a lot of fun and it was surprising how much we learned.


Grandpa and Sara reading a story

Thoughtful Emma putting together cards

Our host, Kristen, with our two competing teams


Team 1: Maggie, Grace, Jacob and Aiden

Team 2: Maia, Emma and Sara . . . ready to battle

Grace loved to enthusiastically pick her Daddy for most every question

Our boys with their voting heads at the end of the game.

Summer Drink Tip

I am loving a new drink discovery. At our recent Youth Conference dinner, I couldn't get enough of this delicious pink drink that was served. I asked one of our lovely Stake YW leaders who let me in on the secret . . . Smucker's Strawberry Lemonade drink powder. She said that it's only sold at Costco and only in the summer, so she stocks up her food storage for the year as soon as she sees that it's available. So, not only was the drink good, but it's limited availability is my call to action. Luckily, I found the pink goodness and stocked up. In fact, I am sipping it right now. Love it! I can make either a glass full or a tub makes 14 gallons. I'm set. Run, don't walk to your nearest Costco to get you some too.

Foot in Mouth Disease

You've heard of foot and mouth disease...I'm pretty sure I have foot IN mouth disease, in which I am constantly putting my foot in my mouth.

Take this example from Sunday. The Elders Quorum President in my ward came over to tell me that if there was ever anything the Relief Society needed from them, that all we had to do was call. He was earnest. He was sincere.

What did I say?

"Well, if you ever need anything from the Relief Society, like if you need us to show some leg to get the brothers to church, just let us know."

Because why just say "thank you" when something awkward will suffice? Did I mention there was also a Bishopric member sitting by me? Because there was.

Salad on the Go

My co-worker and I were itching to get out of the office today, so we ventured over to Wendy's to try their new Berry Almond Chicken salad that we had seen advertised. We both thought it was yummy! Strawberries and blueberries with chicken, almonds and a raspberry vinaigrette. My favorite part was the shreds of Asiago cheese . . . delicious! This salad is a way to get a fruit and a veggie at the same time (usually my Coke with a lime is my daily fruit). It's something I'll be ordering again.

And, I'm also pretty excited that McDonald's has brought back another of my favorite salads, the Asian Chicken Salad with edamame, chicken, a yummy dressing . . . what could be better.

Bop 'Til You Drop

The last day of Girls Camp we had the girls up and out before 9:00 . . . quite the feat. I love the girls, but now it was time for some R&R. I got myself home and showered and ready to head to the state line for a fun little jaunt with Melinda and Kristen. Months ago we saw that Rick Springfield was coming in concert and it was a must see for us and we had been looking forward to it. We have seen him in concert before and love all his classic songs. There is more to him than just Jessie's Girl for sure. We started with a seafood buffet and the all-you-can-eat crab legs that I had been salivating for since our last trip. Sadly, it was a disappointment and the crab was not great. And even more sad, I got a little sick on my last trip around the buffet and gave some people right by me a little surprise. I was a little embarrassed, but then was feeling better, so off to the concert. Wendover always has some fantastic people watching. And, we were surprised to see this little foursome right in front of us. I think they were a week early for the Johnny Mathis concert. As all the ladies were going wild around them, it was funny to see them dodging some pretty severe dance moves so that they didn't get hurt. We decided that we like Rick Springfield singing . . . not talking. That boy has a little potty mouth for sure. And, he sang a few too many new songs. But, once he got going with the older stuff, we were singing and dancing right along with him. My favorite is always watching all the ladies come with dozens and dozens of roses. He's famous for taking the roses and ripping through them with his guitar. I love it!


After the concert, we stopped for a snack at McDonald's . . . yummy fries and a Rolo McFlurry. I mean, what would a post from us be without some food.

Then we took Kristen on a tour of the town since it was her first time there. It took about one minute to go from one part of the street to the other.


Melinda usually has some luck on the wild and crazy penny slot machines, so while she was trying her hand there, Kristen and I perused the gift shop and found these little gems. . .


And, what a better way to end our little white trash weekend than by staying in what we thought was one of the nicer hotels. It's been a while since we have seen wood paneling, purple furniture and lighted mirrors everywhere.
I got busy downloading some of my favorite songs as well and have been bopping along to them ever since. Good times.

Who Approved This?

Am I the only one deeply disturbed by this?Who has the number for Child Protective Services?

The Last Two Weeks

Two weeks ago . . . 3 days of Youth Conference . . .

Last week . . . 4 Days of Girls Camp with these lovely ladies

This week . . . hoping for a pedicure and some rest!