Christmas Fun!

I have my nieces and nephew over the Christmas Break. My brother donated his kidney so his wife could get a kidney that matched her. They both had surgery at Scripps in San Diego December 15 and 16th, It is amazing how this came to be, my brother wanted to donate a kidney to his wife but was not a match. He went to Scripps and talked with the transplant coordinator, They have been working on this for a year. The coordinator then started putting the pieces together. It affected 6 people. 3 people who have been on dialasis, now have new kidneys! This is a gift of love, I have been trying to keep my kids busy while their parents are away. We have been to the dollar store twice to play a game, we draw names I give the kids money and they go buy a gift for that person. They love running through the store shopping! Monday we went ice skating for 4 hours, Then for FHE we made Christmas cookies!! Tuesday we went to the Bellagio to see the flower garden and chocolate fountain! then we went to the fashion show and saw the wonderful Christmas show!! I take my kids every year! At the end it snows! Then we went to brass pro shops, they have a great Santa and Mrs. Claus. They had target shooting with paly guns and bow. We had a fun day! Brooklynn and Remington feel asleep in the car on the way home!! Today we are going to the Chipmunk movie! It is going to be a fun Christmas Break! My brother and his wife are doing good, we are hoping they will release them for a few days to come home for Christmas! Have a Merry Christmas!

Santa at Chucke Cheese

Yesterday was my preschool Christmas party, I had it at Chucke Cheese. It was so fun with all the moms,dads, kids and my grandbabies. We had the place to ourselves!!! I have a great Santa that I sleep with. So everyone saw Mrs. McIntyre kissing Santa Claus!!!! ( I was hoping it would help those who were afraid)! I love this picture it brings back so many memories of Christmas past! Thanks kids for coming with the babies! Thanks for all the moms and dads who came and had fun with us,it was a great party!!!

MUST BE SANTA!!!

Today we went to the mall and saw Santa!! As you can see this is not the happiest place on earth!!! The only reason I was in the photo is because we couldn't get the two criers to go without grandma!! Lunch was great afterwards then they all wanted to go by and see Santa from a distance.

We took pictures of each family this year for our Christmas Card.
I love Christmas time because there is so much family time! It is great to be together and think about the miracle of Jesus' birth and his life. It is a time to try to be more Christ like in words and actions. I love the song "I am trying to be like Jesus". This is what I try to do everyday. Some days are better than others, but I keep trying. Have a wonderful Christmas season.

Thanksgiving 2009

We have so much to be grateful for, we have a great family and everyone is healthy at the moment! For Thanksgiving we had it at my brothers Darrin's house. We had 40 people,We cooked 2 fried turkeys,1 roasted turkey, 1 spiral baked ham, 30 lbs. potatoes.12 pies,stuffing,green beans, 5 dozen rolls and pomegranate salad.We had family come from all over! It was a great time!

My Birthday!!!

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My Birthday was October 24th, Josh planned a wonderful breakfast at Mon Ami Gabi. Bob kept me busy for 2 days. We went to dinner to the cheesecake factory Friday night, then went to the King and I. Great play! Next day breakfast at the Paris, shopping,movies then came home to a surprise party! It was great to see friends and family. Then Sunday Lindsey and Lauren made me dinner with all of my favorites! It was a grand 50th birthday! Oh I got my AARP card in the mail on my birthday! Now I feel old! Thanks for everyone who made this a great weekend!

Monster Mash

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This is so funny! I made it with my Mom and Dad, Bob, Emily and myself!! You will get a good laugh!!!Put my music on pause while you listen!!!

Making Carmel Apples

I got this great homemade carmel apple recipe from the Real mom's blog. They were super easy and so yummy!!! I will post later the recipe!

Grosgrain: Lisa Leonard Designs GUEST GIVEAWAY!!!!

Grosgrain: Lisa Leonard Designs GUEST GIVEAWAY!!!!

Lindsey & Jason's Birthday

We celebrated Lindsey & Jason's birthday over the weekend. Lots of food, fun & family!!! Then after baths Papa read stories to the babies!!

I Have The Cutest Grandbabies!!!

I have Teddy Bear Portrait come every September and do my preschool pictures!! They all get a tote bag and I buy them a tee shirt with their picture on it. This company specializes in young children. I have used them for 20 years!! I love looking back at my old students. I love having pictures of my grandbabies!!! They are so sweet!!! I love being a grandma!!!

David's 60th Birthday

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This Saturday we went to St. George to celebrate my brother's 60th birthday!!! We had a great time with all the family (but Cameron, we missed you). And so many friends!! I didn't know David had so many friends. Judy put on a great dinner for all of us, I think we had about 50 people. Of course we went early and went to Santa Clara for tomatoes, peaches and apples. Then to Tai Pan for some shopping!! Great day!! Happy Birthday David!!

Father and Son Bonding

For Bob's birthday this year Josh and Lisa gave Bob a weekend of camping and fishing.
Bob's birthdays was in March, but with Bob's and Josh's schedule this was the 1st weekend they could go. Lisa was a good sport and stayed home with the girls. ( I gave her a little break and took the girls for a few hours on saturday).
Josh took his dad to Bishop California to fish and camp and explore!!! They had a great time and caught a few fish. One of the highlights was when they were fishing in one of the lakes they saw a California fire fighting helicopter in swooped down and sucked up 500 gallons of water to take to one of the fires. It did this 6 times while they were fishing Bob said "it was an AMAZING SIGHT"!!! I am so glad they still enjoy father and son bonding time!!

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Lily turned two on August 30th, we had a great swim party at the Walker's home.
Good food, good family & friends, lots of presents, and one happy girl turning 2!!
We love you Lily happy birthday!!!