Friday, November 27, 2009

Chocolate, lights, and cactus

To help us beat the blah, we went to Ethel's Chocolate. They have a Cactus Garden that is decorated with Christmas lights, as well as a chocolate factory tour with a free sample (SO good) and pictures with Santa. So we've got our Christmas light, Santa, chocolate fix already.











Wednesday, November 25, 2009

A Show!

Ben's Kindergarten class put on a Thanksgiving Day program and it was really cute. Here's some pictures and a video of him singing "I'm a Little Turkey".








video


WORDS: "I'm a Little Turkey, Look at me, Fat and plump as I can be. Don't you try to catch me 'cuz you'll see, I'll hide behind this old oak tree."

Friday, November 20, 2009

Nicknames

Well, Ben thinks we need nicknames for each other in our home, so he came up with them.


First, for himself, Ben chose "Light" because we went to see some Christmas lights that he really liked, so he is Light.


Christian is "Spark" because there's a spark scooter that he really wants for Christmas. When you're scooter-ing (?) you can push down on the back of the scooter and it shoots out sparks. So there you have it, Spark.


Katelynn is "Splash" because she likes to splash water in the tub (and toilet).


Ben gave me the name "Remover" which I really like. It's kind of like a mob name. Yo, I'm the Remover. But it's because I remove Kate when she is playing in the toilet. I also remove messes and problems.


Nate's is the funniest. It was hard to pick since he's not here. But we were brainstorming and I suggested "Jarhead". Ben didn't like that one, but instead chose "Cookie Jar". Hahaha...


So there we go. Our New Family: Light, Spark, Splash, Remover, and Cookie Jar.


:)

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Pump It Up!

I've been really slacking on the blog here, but I've been in such a grouchy mood. My philosophy has been "If you can't blog something nice, don't blog anything at all". So, I've finally come up with something nice I can blog about to help you beat the blah.

We finally went to Pump It Up and we LOVE it! My friend from OK came to NV for a weekend and we met her there. I had heard about Pump It Up before, but never went because it costs money and you can only go during free jump times unless you're invited to a party or whatever. But once I got over that, it was really great. So we went last Friday, then we went again today. My kids are driving me crazy. They are non stop go go go. Usually I can handle them, but with no Nate, me with no energy, and it's getting colder outside, Pump It Up has been a great solution. Today when we went there was one other boy there, but he left so we had the place all to ourselves. It was so great to let them go crazy and not worry about them breaking anything....except bones, but we only had one close call and they were careful after that.

So there ya go....check out Pump It Up...one thing I am thankful for.

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Need Christmas Cards?

My sister-in-law Meagan tipped me off to this GREAT DEAL! Seriously, free Christmas cards, with great photo editing and card options. Check out her site with the link for the free cards. I just ordered mine, 50 of them, the total was $24.95. I put in the code and they're free! Free shipping, no tax, free cards! The offer goes until Nov. 30th, but don't miss it!

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Marine Pic of Nate

If you missed the post on facebook, there's a picture of Nate online you can go check out.

Go to: http://www.greenwood-photography.hhimagehost.com/.
Then click on "View all events".
Find and click on "OCS Delta Co" then you have to login.
Use email 'daria530@yahoo.com' and the password is "delta".
He's almost to the bottom, count up about 10 rows from the bottom to see him!

Tons of steps, I know, and there are only 2 pictures of him up there. But if you want to, feel free to check it out!

Monday, November 9, 2009

Friendship Fudge

We made a really fun and really yummy fudge for FHE tonight. Here's how you do it:

This recipe is made in a gallon Ziploc bag.

4 cups powdered sugar
3 oz. softened cream cheese
1/2 c softened butter
1/2 c cocoa
1 t vanilla
1/2 c chopped nuts

Mix ingredients together by squeezing the bag and passing it around. For added fun, say something you are thankful for, then pass it. Be creative and have fun with your family!