Tradition! Tradition!

For as long as I can remember, I have spent Pioneer Day in Spanish Fork. While there are some things that have changed (main street), the tradition and the people are the same. My mom was raised in Spanish Fork and most of her family still live there. Her brothers and her dad have been volunteer Firemen for the Spanish Fork Fire Dept. for as long as I can remember. She actually just blogged about them recently (check her blog a couple of posts back). So, we have always met in front of the Fire Station on Main Street to watch the parade. Even now, we meet there. And, as soon as the parade is over, the kids run into the Fire Station and climb on the old Fire Truck. Mom's and Dad's stand around taking pictures and then the kids go for a ride around the block. I remember doing this as a kid, and now my kids will hopefully have the same memories. This year, Cari and I let mom take all the pictures while we cruised town on the Fire Truck with the kids (no need to mention that the Fire Fighter that was driving was somewhat attractive and Cari is single again). And, after the excitement dies down at the Fire Station, next stop is Glades, of course. We don't even wait for noon to hit.. it's so yummy! My kids were worn out by the time lunch was over. I think the 100+ degree weather helped tucker them out. So, we left with only seeing a few of the booths by the park. Cari and my parents stayed in Utah County until the rodeo at 8 that night. Die hards, huh? I love the 24th. I love tradition.

GRUB BOX - NOW OPEN!

Have you been craving a shake from Grub Box? How 'bout a cold soda from the fountain with crushed ice? A BLT with fresh tomatoes from the garden? So many yummy things that you can only get from the Grub in Magna. Unfortunately, the Grub has been closed for a good part of the summer. But, it's all good... they are open again and in a better place! (Sounds like it died, huh? It did. The old building died). Grub Box is now in with Five Buck Pizza. What a great idea.. a shake and a pizza from the same place?! Yum! How 'bout a pizza with a fountain drink? I'm getting hungry just thinking about it!

Many of you know, Jer's brother, Ben is the owner of several Five Buck Pizza's and the Grub Box. This has been a work in progress for him to get the Grub moved over, but it's done and it's great! The Grand ReOpening was August 1st and they have been swamped! So, since so many people have asked, I thought I would let you all know that they are open again. Yippee! So, get over there! Check it out! When was the last time you had a Grub Burger? Is your mouth watering? Mine is.

A is A

Check it out! Jer (the number 1 blog stalker out there) has created his own blog! His favorite thing to do to wind down after a busy day is to sit and bounce from blog to blog. A lot of times, he searches for blogs about different places or restaurants or people or music.. not just "our" blogs. Though, he has found a lot of old friends through the blogging world (as we all have). So, his blog is not about him or about his darling children or about his most recent accomplishment.. it's about what ticks in his little brain. . okay big brain. If you know him at all, you know that his mind is always ticking.. 100 mph. So now, for the curious, he is going to try and pull information from his memory warehouse and share via a blog. Beware, he is too smart for some (me) and it is rather humorous. Check it out.. leave him a comment.. he thrives on it!http://theconcertoofdeliverance.blogspot.com/

A New Creative Outlet

For a few years, I have noticed how many "stay at home mom's" have a business of their own. For a long time, I couldn't figure out why so many people thought that this was such a great thing. I guess for me, I love being a mom. I love that I don't have to get up early in the morning (its not like I like to sleep in or anything), go into work, punch in, answer to someone else.. you get the point. I love it. I have been blessed to be able to stay home with my kids. I love that I can do fun things with my kids (have you hung out with my kids?) and not feel like I am "stuck" home with them. So, why would I even consider having a business of my own? I decided to to jump on the wagon for one main reason: a creative outlet. That probably sounds silly to some. But, for me, I have always had some kind of hobby that helps me keep things balanced. I have always been a scrapbooker, I love to sew (but have never felt like I am very good at it), I look forward to the Bead Show every six months, and super Saturday at Enrichment (Jer likes this one as its usually free) is a definite favorite. Swiss Days in Midway (not so free), Utah is a crafters dream. If you have ever been, you know exactly what I mean. I always go with a small wad of cash, but the fun is really in wandering from booth to booth taking in the creativity. I am always amazed. With that said, I give you (drum roll please...)Pigtails and Petals. I have started a "creative outlet" for myself and thought I would share. My business blog is: http://www.pigtailsandpetals.blogspot.com/. I am in the process of setting up an Etsy account so that my "handmade items" can be purchased there. Until then, I will be doing boutiques and parties. I will keep the blog updated with dates and times but, for now, mark your calendars for this Saturday, August 2 and Thursday, August 14. My Favorite Things Boutique (another "creative outlet" of mine and Jamie's) is traveling! We will be at Alisha Bringhurst's on August 2nd from 10 am to 4 pm (7513 South Park Maple in West Jordan). And, Jenn Johnson is having an open house August 14 from 6 pm to 8 pm (2748 South 8500 West in Magna). For a sneak peek at what will be there, check out http://www.pigtailsandpetals.blogspot.com/.

Happy Anniversary..

This Friday, July 25, marks twelve years that Jer and I have been married. Just wanted to say Happy Anniversary to you, Jer! I remember thinking how crazy it was that I could love someone so much. And now, all these years later, I love you more! I am looking forward to twelve million more years with you!

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Oh Sweet Sadie!

Water Slide?
Aiden, Emma, Seth, Erin

Our Sweet Sadie gave us all a scare last week. To make a long story short, she was running a fever and when Lin took her into the Dr., she found out here oxygen level was low. She was hospitalized for too long (a few days, but felt like forever). For the whole story, check Lin's blog. She is so good at writing the whole story. Sadie is home now and is better than ever. But, this is what was happening at our house while Sweet Sadie was getting better. Seth and Aiden came over to hang out. This is what they did.. nearly all night. They had pizza and treats outside at the picnic table and then went right to the pool! It's such a crack up that such a small amount of water and a few friends can create hours of entertainment. Notice Emma is the only one in her swimming suit. The other kids could have cared less. In fact, Seth even had his socks on until one of the other kids pointed that out. When they all started to shiver, Jer and I brought them all in for a little down time. They had popcorn and watched Meet the Robinson's. Aiden watched every minute without moving.. and with the popcorn bowl atop his head like a hat. They are too much fun! We love that our cousins love spending time together. Next time.. lets move the party to a real pool!