Party on

Wow, what a weekend. Laughing, shopping, eating and laughing!!! We had the best time. I don't remember the last time I have laughed that hard. Jennifer is a walking comedian. Our first stop was to Gardner Village. LOVE that place. Pine Needles and Sweet Afton's were the top spots.

Jennifer outside of Sweet Afton's. I really think she would cast a spell for chocolates.

I feel so lucky to have such wonderful sisters. I don't think any of us wanted the party to end. After bumming in SLC, we traveled up to Park City. Boy oh Boy did things get a little crazy. I would love to go into details but I must keep this blog "G" rated. Crazy times! Needless to say we got a knock on the wall of our hotel room so we would shut up. Oops!!

Sisters are the best!!! I think we need to start planning the next party.

Excitement in the air

I can hardly stand it. My sister Janeal is coming to Utah today as a surprise for our sister Jennifer. This past week my sister Jennifer turned 30. We thought it would be fun to kidnap her for a weekend getaway to Park City. Boy is she going to be surprised!!!! I am so excited to spend the weekend with my sisters. I wonder how much trouble we can get into????? Pictures to follow!!!!!

New Birdie for Auntie Cari

This is Dahlia(I have this thing for naming all my purses). I made her for my Auntie Cari who is visiting from Florida. I was so excited, I got to spend Monday afternoon with Auntie Cari. We went to Gracie Lou's Quilt shop in Salem, Utah. We had an absolute blast. Auntie bought this beautiful fabric called Farmers Market by Sandi Hendersen. I told her it needed to be made into a birdie sling and... poof... here is her beautiful new "Dahlia". I also made my sister Jennifer a new purse this week. It's her birthday today..Happy Birthday Jennifer!!!! Her purse is called "Lily". She was just as beautiful as Dahlia. Sorry I forgot to take a pic of Lily before she was off to her new home.

Love my Girls!

Grandma Vickie made these hats for the girls. They look so adorable in them. I have been inspired by the beanies. I am trying to learn how to knit. It's harder than I thought it would be. Most crafty things come pretty easy but knitting is a bit of a challenge. But I am determined to learn how. My Auntie Cari has been in town from Florida. She is a master at knitting or as she likes to call herself "a knitting snob". While she been here I have been taking knitting lessons from her. Thanks Auntie Cari.

My three favorite things

What are the last three things you purchased?
1. Bra for Brooklyn...(Sad, she's growing up)
2. Lids for canning peaches...(50 quarts so far)
3. Groceries for Byu Football Game

What are three songs you downloaded on your iPod?
1. I don't have one?!

What are your three favorite movies?
1. Pride and Prejudice
2. Becoming Jane
3. Condorman (old school Disney Movie)

What are three things you have not done yet?
1. Dinner dishes
2. Mow the lawn
3. drop off movies to the library

What are three things you can't live with out?
1. My husband and Kids
2. Fabric
3. Food

What are three favorite dishes?
1.Stuffed Strawberries
2.Hot homemade bread
3.Chocolate Molton Cake with vanilla ice cream

What are your three favorite TV shows?
1. Prison Break
2. Football- College or NFL
3. Lost

What are the three last places you traveled to?
1.Park City
2. Las Vegas- business trip with Branden
3. Moab

What are your three favorite desserts?
1. Cheesecake
2. Strawberry Malt
3. Anything that is put in front of me

What are three things you would buy if money was no issue?
1. Payoff our vehicles
2. Vacation for just Branden and I
3. Food Storage

If you could have three wishes, what would they be?
1. Visit Texas
2. Appreciate all the little things
3. Go on a vacation with Branden

The best thing about me is you

Today, Branden and I have been married for 12 years. I don't know what I would do without him. Branden is my best friend. He has always been there for me. He is a wonderful husband and father. I'm not saying that we haven't had our struggles and differences over the past 12 years. But in the end we've always worked them out. Happy Anniversary, sweetie!!

Raider Haters!!

So, last night the Broncos played the Raiders. This game is one of the highlights of the football season. Branden is a Raider fan. His best friend (David King) and his brothers are Bronco fans. Did I mention that the King Clan are Raider haters. This game is crucial to bragging rights for the year. Needless to say the Raiders lost. The game was actually very painful to watch. I had to keep reminding Branden to stop yelling at the TV. They can't hear you....Branden!! So this evening Brian King came and dropped Branden off a little present. The present was a 2008 Raider fan survival kit. Here are some the the things included in the kit.

1. Aspirin- you are going to need them.
2. Mouthwash-to help wash the bad taste out of your mouth
3. Antacid- to help with upset stomach
4. Magnifying Glass- try to find the positive during the game
5. Stress Ball
6. Tissues-help dry those eyes
7. Nitetime Liquid Capsules- we know the Raiders are going to make you sick
8. Fist aid kit- Raider fans bleed for their team-literally
10. Ring pops- Raiders play has caused some fan to regress to child like tendencies
11. Hat& Sunglasses- you can't stay inside all season.
12. Brown bag- sometimes you have to watch the game in public.


We all had a good laugh!! It's nice to have good friends when you are going through tough times!?

Happy Grandparents day!

Yesterday was national grandparents day. So I thought it would be nice for my kids to show appreciation for their Grandma and Grandpa Orton. The kids spent all morning writing "cute" notes, coloring pictures, and the girls made Grandma a bracelet out of their bead kits. Brook's was so cute it said Best Grandma. I couldn't say it any better. They are the best Grandma and Grandpa. Thank you Mom and Dad for giving my children memories that will last a lifetime.

Most wonderful time of the year

This is the most wonderful time of the year. We love football at our house. Even the kids love football. Last Saturday, we had our annual college opening day football party. We missed our Texas football friends. I called and invited them to come. I told them if they'd show up they didn't need to bring anything. I'm not sure where this love of football came from. Growing up we never watched football. What can I say, I like men in tight pants! I guess it's a good thing that I married someone who loves it just as much as I do. At the party I tried this new appetizer, they are called jalapeno thingies. I was dreaming about them all night. How could something so small be soooo good. I got the recipe from Pioneer woman cooks. I have a link to her blog under my favorite websites. Yummy!!!!

Luke's first day of preschool

This has been one of the biggest days in my life. Today was Luke's first day of preschool. For those of you who know Luke, you will understand. Just for a little insight into Luke...It has literally taken Branden and I 2 years to even get Luke to go to his primary class. He has thrown up on teachers in the past so he wouldn't have to go. He would rather sit in time out for 2 hours rather than go to primary. This child definitely has a mind of his own. I have been trying to prep him for preschool since February. We went to the open house last week and it was a total disaster. I had to drag him into the building kicking and screaming and carry him out in the "football hold" when we left. I just kept telling myself, don't cry, don't cry. One of the Mom's came up to me and said, "Your son is going to learn so much at this preschool." My thoughts were I don't really care what he learns. He just needs to GO!!!! My sons needs skills...that's social skills. We are seriously lacking in that department. I really haven't involved him in much because he can't handle it and neither could I, quite frankly.

So needless to say I was all geared up for OUR big day. I just kept thinking, Angela your paying them to take him. It will be okay. And if he's not, that's what I am paying them for. So this morning I told Luke, today is school. He proceed to yell at me and tell me that he's NOT GOING TO SCHOOL!!! Well, that went good!? We drove to the school walked up to the door and you'll never believe it. He went right in. Told me goodbye and that was that. I got out as fast as I could. Just in case he changed his mind. I was really proud of him today. He did it!! He looks so handsome in these pictures. One day down and only a billion to go.