Boy or Girl?

Well, our ultrasound is set up for Nov. 7th to find out if we will have another boy or girl. I thought it would be fun to take a poll and see what you all think. So, post a note and let us know and we will let you know after our appointment on The 7th.

The happiest place on earth

Last week Joel's dad took us to Disneyland. We got up and headed out the door at about 6:30. After a gas stop and Krispy Kreme stop we were on our way. We arrived a little later then we had thought we would but it all worked out just fine. We had such a fun time. Thanks Grandpa Mark!

We started out visit off with a picture with Mickey. Is there any other way to start Disneyland?

Abby loves roller coasters! This is her going with her Daddy up the roller coaster.

This is her coming down the roller coaster. Our little hidden thrill seeker.



We went to watch the bug show at the California Adventure side. This was us with our 3-D glasses on waiting to go it. The kids didn't like the show. It was a little too scary for them. JJ covered his eyes the whole time and Abby started to cry when the bugs moved under our seats.

Abby and Mommy on the Small World ride. She loved watching the "dolls".

This was such a cute picture with Grandpa. He sure enjoyed his ride with his Grandpa.

We got to meet 4 princesses. JJ thought it was great even though he doesn't look that way here.

This was a highlight of the day. Abby was so excited. She is going to be Snow white for Halloween.

Arizona trip

We made a quick trip to Arizona this last week and got home Saturday night. We had so much fun visiting and hated to leave. Thank you to Melissa for being such a great hostess.

We went to a farm where they were having a family day. It was a lot of fun. JJ did not like the cows... can you tell?

Abby got to go on a pony ride. She loved it!

All the "Big Kids" on the tramp.

Cute kids in the tub

OUCH!

We spent our morning in the urgent care getting stitches on JJ's left cheek. He was so good about the whole morning. We left in such a hurry that I had forgotten his shoes so he had to be held the whole time (he did not like that, he wanted to go run around). 2 hours and 2 stitches later we were on our way home. It is official, I have entered the rambunctious boy stage. He was playing on the couch and fell off and hit his cheek on the coffee table. I am sure this is the first of may trips to urgent care. I just love how everything happens after Joel leaves for work.

Sunday snacking

Yesterday we had our friends over for General Conference. They brought homemade cinnamon rolls that we so wonderful. We ate those during the first session. Then we needed something to much on during the second. So we thought we would make a spinach artichoke dip. Well, I did not have any artichoke on hand so we improvised. It turned out so good. Here is the recipe if you want to try.

Sorry we don't know exact measurements. We kinda threw a little of this in and a little of that. I will do my best to come up with some... I really don't think you and go wrong. Just all a little more or less to taste.

Spinach dip
1 box frozen spinach, thawed and drained
1 package cream cheese, softened.
3/4 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup monetary jack cheese, shredded
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons garlic salt
1/8 cup Parmesan cheese

Put in microwave safe dish and cook on high for a minute. Stir and repeat. When it is creamy and warm serve with crackers or Tostitos flour tortilla chips.

Puppy love

Abby has been asking for a "pet" all day. When we asked her if she wanted to do get a fish she said, "No, I want a pet I can hold and feed and give a bone to." Hmmm... a dog? Then she has been coming up with reasons she wants a dog. The sad thing is that, for now, neither Joel or I are going to give in. Maybe she will be happy with a baby when we tell her. That can be her new pet. She can hold it, feed it, and I guess if she would like... give it a bone. Ha ha ...

Pumpkin patch

We are so happy to have Daddy home today and have been keeping him busy. We went to Gilcrease Orchard today to pick pumpkins and apples. We did not find any apples but got some yummy pears, a watermelon, zucchini, an eggplant, and some apple cider. The cider brought back many memories of growing up in New Canaan, CT. The world famous Stew Leonard's Grocery store (they had great cider) and the fall Church barn dances. With the weather being in the upper 80's it was nice to be reminded that it is fall.

Mommy and JJ with some of our goodies.

Abby and Daddy with the pumpkins we picked out.

We also had Daddy fly a kite with us. Abby had been asking for a few days because it had been windy.

Abby and JJ shearing a delicious pear.

Here is the Watermelon that the kids picked. They dropped it a minute later and it split in half.

Are You Smarter Then A 5th Grader?

I think the kids were so excited the Daddy was coming home tonight. They both got out of bed so many times. Drinks, wanting to rock, medicine, bathroom, you name it. So I only caught bits and pieces of "Are You Smarter then a 5th Grader?" One of the questions was about the opening line of a Shakespearean play. I did not hesitate, I knew this one! I have to give credit to my teacher ( not sure if it was 5th grade or not) that made me memorize the prologue of "Romeo and Juliet." I can still recite the prologue for memory. http://www.clicknotes.com/romeo/P1.html .

We have our Young Women memorizing "The Living Christ" (http://www.lds.org/library/display/0,4945,90-1-10-1,00.html) and I realized tonight how much more beneficial this will be for them in their lives then knowing the prologue to "Romeo and Juliet". We have 4 girls that have it all memorized. They are truly a remarkable group of young women.

Allegiant Air

Last week Joel brought his resume into Allegiant Airlines. We Were told that they were hiring and thought we would get the ball rolling to get an interview when he reaches their minimums (3000 total time). To our surprise we got a call 10 hours later. So, Oct. 10th Joel will be back in the hot seat.