Things I'm thankful for

I saw this on Amy's blog and thought it was neat. I'm just going to list a few things I am thankful for and not the obvious like family, friends, and health.

1. Parmesan chicken- I have never been much of a fan but I got the recipe out of The Lion House recipe cookbook that my parents gave us one year for Christmas. I have been making it a lot lately. You use corn flakes, Parmesan cheese, and a ranch seasonings packet. Mix together, coat chicken and top with spaghetti sauce and more Parmesan chs. I love it! I also have tried it with homemade Alfredo sauce. I'll have to take a picture of it the next time I make it which will probably be tonight. Let me know if you want to come to dinner :)


2. Books- I am on a book kick. In the last month I have read The Stolen Child, A Wife most Begrudging, The glass castle and I am reading The Island right now which is really good so far. I have started a few others but if they don't grab my attention within the first hundred pages I stop reading it. I have to read at night when the kids are in bed which means I get to bed late and that doesn't make for a happy mommy the next day. I guess I may have to cut back a little bit.

3. My camera- This is the number one best gift my husband has given me. Except for my wedding ring. I absolutely love it! I think he must have known just how much it would get used. I have gotten so mad at myself when I forget to bring it along. I went up to see my dad on Sunday and forgot to take it and when I was in the canyon I saw the most beautiful sunset. I was so mad. I have to remember to always take it with me so I don't miss out. By the way my dad is doing better. He is still pretty weak and has to take a couple of weeks off work. I am so thankful for him and glad he's still with us.

SIX RANDOM THINGS

I was tagged by Tiff and I'm finally getting around to it. Six random things about myself.

1. I love to talk on the phone. So it really isn't a surprise that I'm always on the phone with my sister-in-law Kim who also likes to talk on the phone. I usually don't go a day without talking to my sisters Amanda and Stephanie, My mom, Anissa, and Kevin on the phone. I can go on and on for hours as long as my kids don't need me which you know as soon as you pick up the phone they need something so I usually don't get to talk for long.

2. I am a people person. I love meeting new people. I love learning about different cultures and different backgrounds. I love seeing how people interact with each other.

3. I love photography. I know that's really not a big surprise. Sometimes I can't sleep at night because I keep thinking about what kind of poses I want to do next, Where I want to take the pictures, What lens to use, If I want to use my flash or not. Well you get the point.

4. I love to read. I love all sorts of books. I have even surprised myself and have rather enjoyed fantasy books like East, The Stolen child, and of course the Twilight series.

5. Honesty is number one to me. I am honest to myself and people around me. I think there needs to be honesty in every relationship that you have.

6. I am a talker. Sometimes I have been called a big mouth. I don't know if it has to do with growing up with so many siblings , but I love to talk, Voice my opinion. Tell you what I think. I am pretty blunt when I want to be. You can ask me anything and I'll tell you.

Maisey's nine month appointment

Well, She is actually ten months old but I am always lagging a little bit behind on doctors appointments. She is in the 25% for weight and head and 75% for height. She is walking along furniture and getting into everything. She loves to put everything in her mouth. She had another ear infection and was put on antibiotics again. I never know when she has ear infections because she never puts up a fuss with them. I'm a little worried that eventually she will have to get tubes. We go see Tarrin's E.N.T in December so they can take a look and see how Maisey's doing. Her doctor asked me if I had gotten any profesional pictures done of her because her eye's are so pretty. I had to laugh about that one. I think I have taken so many pictures I have no idea what I'll do with them all. Maisey is such a happy little girl. Kevin loves to go get her out of her crib in the morning because she is always smiling and kicking her feet when she sees him. Love ya, Maze

Hanging in There

I just want to say thanks to all of your comments and prayers for my dad. He is doing great and will be home this evening. My brother was able to get them a better fight home. No layovers! So they will be more comfortable. My sister Steph is picking up my parent's from the airport and is going to stay with them for a couple of day's until my mom can get back on her feet to take care of my dad. I am hoping to see my dad tomorrow. Thanks again for all of your support. My cute friend Amy even called me from St. George to see if she could help me with anything. I am so thankful for all of my wonderful friends and family who are always there for me :)

Say a Prayer

This morning I woke up to the phone ringing. My mom had called to tell me my dad had a heart attack. They are in San Antonio for my brothers graduation training for the military. I hate that they are so far away. My siblings and I will be on the next flight if anything else goes wrong. As of right now they have put in four stints and he seems to be doing good. I am sitting here wondering what I possible can do. At this time all we can do is pray that everything will be okay. So if you have a chance please put my father in your prayers.

Tarrin's Baptism

On Saturday Tarrin was baptized and became the newest member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It was a beautiful day and he had so many family and friends there to support him on his special day. Our Primary chorister Camille Machen played the piano for us and did such a wonderful job. Marlo Brown sang a beautiful song about the Savior. She has a beautiful voice. My mother gave a talk on Baptism and Kevin's mom gave a talk on the Holy Ghost. They both did great and I know Tarrin appreciated hearing from them. My dad and Kevin's dad gave prayers and The bishop gave some remarks. Tarrin's legs didn't want to stay under so Kevin had to dunk him a second time. The confirmation was so neat and I am so thankful for my husband and that he honors his priesthood. I am thankful that Tarrin has such a great dad that he can look up to and that sets such a good example for him. Tarrin is such a blessing in our family. I am so proud of him for his decision to be baptized. It was such a special day and I hope that Tarrin will always remember it and keep it close to his heart. I am so grateful to all of our family and friends who came to support Tarrin.

SUPER SATURDAY

Yeah for super Saturday! We made magnet boards. They are like a 12x12 scrapbook page but it's a magnet board. And you make these cute little magnets to hold up your papers. I made one for Maisey's room and the rest for presents. They were fun to make. They also did cute little scrapbooks and wooden boards with vinyl lettering. I couldn't stay long since I had Maisey and Trey so I finished up at home.