Peppercorns are one thing, but the lid to my nice wok is another....
Thu, Apr 2 2009 11:58
So, Kalvin and I are driving to Show Low to see Daddy today and I was in my room packing, when I heard a crash come from the kitchen, seconds later Kalvin came in the room holding the top of the lid to my nice wok. He was not hurt and I was happy for that, but I'm sad to say good bye to my wok lid...
Upon walking in the kitchen I saw glass everywhere! It seriously spread EVERYWHERE! It had even turned a corner and was down my hallway... How in the world did that happen?
I guess it's pretty dangerous to leave Kalvin alone, I better get back to him...
Upon walking in the kitchen I saw glass everywhere! It seriously spread EVERYWHERE! It had even turned a corner and was down my hallway... How in the world did that happen?
I guess it's pretty dangerous to leave Kalvin alone, I better get back to him...
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Don't always answer the phone... especially on April Fools Day!!!
Wed, Apr 1 2009 11:05
It started off like any other day. Kalvin and I were eating bagels and eggs for breakfast, when I noticed the peppercorns had run out in the pepper crusher, so I got the large container of peppercorns and screw driver to open the crusher.
then the phone rang...
So, what did I do? I answered it and walked to a quiet room, leaving behind the screwdriver, pepper crusher, peppercorns, and KALVIN.... Bad idea.
As I was just finishing my phone conversation, Kalvin came in, and I notice a few black pebbles by his foot, but thought nothing of it, till I walked back in the kitchen to finish my project. This is what I saw...
Kalvin's April Fools joke to Mommy.
An empty peppercorn container, pots and pans everywhere, and Kalvin trying to use the handheld broom and dust pan to clean up the mess.
Boys will be boys.
Happy April fools!
What's the difference between a yard, garage, rummage and moving sale?
Thu, Mar 26 2009 08:52
Not much, but we're having a sale this Saturday that's more than just Spring Cleaning!
There are a lot of things Duane and I don't want to haul to New York and have decided to have a moving sale and this Saturday is the best weekend for us for many reasons. If you have anything you'd like to add to our collection of items, please contact me and I'll come pick them up Friday evening. Whatever is not sold Saturday will be taken to Deseret Industries that afternoon.
What: Moving Sale!
When: Saturday from 6:30-12:00
Where: 2111 W. Galveston Chandler 85224
A little later, I'll post pictures of some things that will be included in the sale.
New York, here we come!
Sun, Mar 22 2009 11:06
We'll be moving to Albany, NY!!! This last Thursday Duane and I had a family get together and opened our "call" for residency! I could hardly believe it! It wasn't our first pick, nor our second, or third, in fact, it was our last choice for residency and I had never imagined moving there, but the idea is growing on us.
After living in sunny AZ for my entire life, it will be hard to leave for many reasons: we'll have a 4-6 week old baby, ALL our immediate family lives in the valley, and for heaven's sake I don't even know if they have good Mexican food out there!
We'll move sometime in the middle or end of June, just in time to escape the hottest time of year. For months I've been building up a large garage sale/Deseret Industries pile and hope to have a sale in about 2 weeks after I finish going through all the rooms. Whatever we don't sell will swiftly be sent to DI. Let the house cleaning, and decluttering begin!
If anyone happens to come across winter clothes deals, let me know. I'm afraid my winter wardrobe is not up to freezing cold standards!
After doing a little research we've found that the total cost of living is slightly higher than AZ. The houses are less expensive, but the utility costs are 44% higher than here, crazy!
Duane and I are trying to decide the best way to find a home in Albany. We've searched on CL to get an idea for what houses are going for, but need to talk with someone who's lived or is living there to get a feel for what neighborhoods are ideal for our needs and so forth. It'd be nice to buy a home, but I'm afraid we'll end up renting first for 6-12 months and then purchase a home since we don't have much time to shop around and airline tickets are not cheap. Any words of advice for us in this area would be greatly appreciated because we've got close to no clue what we want to do or what all our options are! Duane will contact a couple residence up there, who are members of the LDS church for advice, but we're open to any ideas at this point.
We're very excited, anxious, and nervous for this big change in our lives, but with the Lords help will be able to endure all things!
After living in sunny AZ for my entire life, it will be hard to leave for many reasons: we'll have a 4-6 week old baby, ALL our immediate family lives in the valley, and for heaven's sake I don't even know if they have good Mexican food out there!
We'll move sometime in the middle or end of June, just in time to escape the hottest time of year. For months I've been building up a large garage sale/Deseret Industries pile and hope to have a sale in about 2 weeks after I finish going through all the rooms. Whatever we don't sell will swiftly be sent to DI. Let the house cleaning, and decluttering begin!
If anyone happens to come across winter clothes deals, let me know. I'm afraid my winter wardrobe is not up to freezing cold standards!
After doing a little research we've found that the total cost of living is slightly higher than AZ. The houses are less expensive, but the utility costs are 44% higher than here, crazy!
Duane and I are trying to decide the best way to find a home in Albany. We've searched on CL to get an idea for what houses are going for, but need to talk with someone who's lived or is living there to get a feel for what neighborhoods are ideal for our needs and so forth. It'd be nice to buy a home, but I'm afraid we'll end up renting first for 6-12 months and then purchase a home since we don't have much time to shop around and airline tickets are not cheap. Any words of advice for us in this area would be greatly appreciated because we've got close to no clue what we want to do or what all our options are! Duane will contact a couple residence up there, who are members of the LDS church for advice, but we're open to any ideas at this point.
We're very excited, anxious, and nervous for this big change in our lives, but with the Lords help will be able to endure all things!
Lindsey's Baptism Pictures at the temple!
Sun, Mar 8 2009 02:03
What a beautiful women Lindsey is, inside and out! She was baptized yesterday, March 7 into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. A couple days before the big one, Lindsey, my sister, April and I all went to the Mesa Temple and took pictures. The weather couldn't have been better, overcast and cool. April was there as a friend to Lindsey and an assistant for me! We put April's skills to the test by holding umbrellas for flash, and helping lug around the other camera equipment. What a trooper at 7 months preggers!
Lindsey was looking for fun, upbeat pictures and I think we got just that, mixed with symbolic and ironic photographs as well.
As soon as we saw this grassy area, Lindsey said, "It makes me want to do cartwheels!" though she claimed to not having done one for years.
Love the tat and mystical, historical stone!
Always beautiful flowers at the temple grounds!
The first words that come to mind after composing this picture was, "I love to see the temple, I'm going there someday...".
Lindsey is a dancer, so I told her to dance with the silk scarf.
A candid shot of Lindsey laughing at herself or was she laughing at April...
Lindsey, thank you for letting me take these photos and for sharing you sweet spirit with me, it's contagious!
Lindsey was looking for fun, upbeat pictures and I think we got just that, mixed with symbolic and ironic photographs as well.
Fav. shot; simple, yet powerful!
Here, Lindsey is holding her little CTR ring.
As soon as we saw this grassy area, Lindsey said, "It makes me want to do cartwheels!" though she claimed to not having done one for years.
Love the tat and mystical, historical stone!
Always beautiful flowers at the temple grounds!
The first words that come to mind after composing this picture was, "I love to see the temple, I'm going there someday...".
Lindsey is a dancer, so I told her to dance with the silk scarf.
A candid shot of Lindsey laughing at herself or was she laughing at April...
Lindsey, thank you for letting me take these photos and for sharing you sweet spirit with me, it's contagious!FREE Wedding Video, no purchase necessary!!!
Fri, Feb 20 2009 07:42
Hello All!
Lately I've been very interested in adding video interview DVD's to my wedding package. I've created many videos in the past and love it, but never for a wedding. My SLR camera has HD (1920 X 1080) capabilities and I'd like to put it to good use. The first engaged couple to contact me will receive a FREE interview and DVD! Depending on when your wedding is, I'd like to have it ready for your reception. Tell Friends and friends, friends! This is something they won't want to miss!
A little more about what I had in mind:
* The interview will be held in a place that is special to you!
* I will ask several questions to both of you (separately) and a couple with the two of you together
-How you met
-When you knew it was love
-Your favorite characteristics about the other
-The proposal
-and so on... we'll get the ball rollin' and have a blast!
I can hardly wait to get started!
A few requirements...
1. Your wedding must be before June 2009.
2. I need pictures of the two of you growing up, dating, and if possible engagement pictures.
3. You must be madly in love with your fiance.
Kevin's last few days...
Thu, Feb 12 2009 02:18
My brother, Kevin, left yesterday to serve a two year mission for the LDS church. How proud I am of him to make what may seem like a huge sacrifice for his faith. He'll be a great missionary in the Colorado Denver North Mission. The weekend before he left my mom had a series of family events planned: Sunday night was a BBQ for friends and family, followed by Monday nights extended family farewell breakfast-for-dinner (put together by Aunt Sue), Tuesday nights "last supper" potato bar for immediate family (all 22 of us), and finally Wednesday morning (4:00) at Denny's just before his flight left for Salt Lake City (where the Missionary Training Center is located). He was very excited to get out there and I'm sure he'll give his full effort in serving hte Lord.
At Tuesday nights potato bar I was able to gather everyone for one final family picture. It was actually my sister, Ruth's idea and she helped out a great deal in preparing for it. She asked everyone for their height and set us up according to it, from tallest to shortest. We got a sweet silhouette shot.
Good luck, Kevin, you'll be in our thoughts and prayers!
Teens ROCK!
Tue, Feb 3 2009 09:50
Ruth and Emily were inspired by several female dancers from the show, "So You Think You can Dance" and wanted a shoot dressed like them. Not even teenagers are too old to play dressup! We had a blast playing with lights (flashes and spotlights). By the end, I think we were all physically wiped out, yet could hardly wait to see the pics on a big screen. These were a few of my favs. from that night.
Angie's version of the touchup
Sat, Jan 24 2009 01:18
Duane sent this pic over to me and I played with it in Photoshop. Very fun! Which is your fav? Let's get a vote.
Roxborough Park, Colorado
Sat, Jan 24 2009 12:55
Duane here! I decided to tryout some landscape photography at Roxborough State Park. It was 22 degrees when we arrived and the fog hadn't dissipated until later in the morning. I really like this shot because it appears as if the rock formations are damming up the fog.
