Monday, June 22, 2015

Someday I would like to have a garden gate like this.

I am very stiff and sore this morning.  I felt a little better after taking my two Tramadol and two aspirin.

 

I got my new debit card in the mail today.  That didn't take long!

 

These are some of the things that were done around here today:

The distiller got fixed, the order of granite came, I worked on cleaning out the closet, James worked on the lights downstairs and Stacy cleaned the master bath tub.  Ben worked today whereas Alex and Seth both said they were sick.  Ben wanted to get paid today because he's going to a concert tonight. 

 

Oh yes, I found my car keys.  James had set them on top of his temple bag which sits next to where I usually put my purse.  They had fallen down inside one of the pockets.  I just reached in and pulled them out.

 

Darrel, Trina and the kids had a fun adventure at the Grand Canyon.  Trina has lived here for 18 years and never been before.



Love this family!





Sunday, June 21, 2015

Happy Father's Day

They say a man's home is his castle...I think

James feels like our Vernon home is his castle.

 

James's request for breakfast was my scrambled eggs.  I was glad I felt well enough to fulfill that request.  After breakfast we prepared for our Primary lesson until it was time to leave for church.  There was only one problem...James can't remember where he put the car keys and we can't find them.  Finally we left with Michael in the Montero.  Stacy, Paul, and Joshua went in the red car. 

 

Brother Coleman from the high counsel spoke in sacrament meeting on keeping the Sabbath day holy.  His companion, Brother Virga spoke on the plan of salvation.  Julie Turvey sang, "Where Can I Turn for Peace".  It was beautiful! 

 

We had five children in our Primary class today: Brielle, whom we haven't seen for several weeks, Brooklyn, Taylor, Isaiah, and Liam.  Oh, I forgot to mention that James told the story in sharing time today about Brother Warren Petersen saving him from a burning house when he was a baby.  The kids, teachers, and leaders all loved it!

 

We had pesto flatbread with tomato and cheese grilled in the oven for lunch at James's request and then we went in to take a nap. Sheri dropped by a card and Olive Garden gift card on their way to see Ian's parents.

 I was shocked when I finally woke up and saw that it was 7pm. Kim had come by to see us and waited 40 minutes and finally left.  Later she brought by a card and giftcard to Cheesecake Factory. 

Jared called and talked to James for quite awhile he also sent him a book.

I guess Darrel tried to call but couldn't get through.  He had to work today and then he, Trina and the kids all left to spend the night at Flagstaff and then go on to the Grand Canyon tomorrow.

 Darrel at work with his kiddos who came for a visit.

 

As we get ready for bed, we are still looking for the keys to my car.



Saturday, June 20, 2015

Darrel took this picture of Lola. Trina's brother Bryce says she looks like Sherman from Mr. Peabody. 

 

Joel came to paint this morning and Alex, Ben, and Seth worked outside.  Seth got sick and went home early.  I think the heat bothers him.  James is remodeling the lights downstairs and left Skittles in the dark.  Skittles is the family love bird.  When Michael got home from San Diego he immediately brought her upstairs and put her cage on the floor by the fireplace.  She's been chirping and happy ever since.

 

Senor Tacos for dinner.  I wanted to go to Serrano's and get a chili relleno, but there was no place to park.  Senor Taco's chili relleno was okay but the thing that makes Serrano's so good is the sauce they put over it.  Maybe next week if I am feeling up to it.  I have felt a little better this week since my infusion.

 

James and I did a little grocery shopping at Walmart this evening.  He picked out a new watch for Father's Day since the one I got him isn't working.  I also got him some dark chocolate Hershey's Nuggets with almonds.  They are his favorite.  Walmart was crazy.  I wanted to come after dark when it was cooler and it looks like everyone else in Chandler had the same idea.

 

I also worked on our Primary lesson today which is on Repentance and the Atonement.

Michael says he's going to miss San Diego and the sunsets on the beach.

 



Friday, June 19, 2015

Thirteen years ago this Monster, the Rodeo-Chediski fire,

nearly wiped out the town of Show Low.  Over 400 families lost their homes, including our Pinedale cabin.  This is Highway 60 headed toward Vernon as people are evacuating.  Prayers were answered and the locals call it a miracle, that the wind shifted at the right time and sent the fire in another direction where it was soon contained and put out.

 

I love this picture of three "buddies" enjoying a cool refreshing

summertime treat.  Joshua, Evan, and Bryce.

 

Teresa, Darrin Johnson's wife, (Darrin is Paul's stepbrother), came to clean our house this morning.  Her co-worker Angie came with her. They worked for three hours and it cost $150.00.  Teresa broke the kitchen sink faucet.  Luckily James was able to get a part from Central Arizona Plumbing and fix it for under $10.  Dave says he knows of two women who do a great job and only charge $20 an hour.  I think I will be using them next time, although Teresa and Angie did a good job.

 

Jared took Emmy and Molly to a waterslide today.  James is on a high adventure and Anna is at girls camp. 

 

 

Stopping for something to eat on the way home.

Molly fell asleep as soon as they got home.

 

Stacy, Paul, and Joshua spent the night at the resort in Scottsdale.



Ready for the pool



Fun with Dad



Under the waterfall

Sheri and Ian bought a gazebo at Sam's Club to put in their new yard.  Sheri is so excited to finally be getting a yard.

 

I can hardly wait to see when it's finished!

 

James and I were home alone this evening except for Holly and Skittles.

 



 



 











Thursday, June 18, 2015

Ruby is 6!

 

Dave and James put new lights in the main bath which took awhile because they had to fish the wiring through the wall.   James also worked on the kitchen and family room lights. 

 

We had a late lunch at Panda after a trip to Home Depot.  I believe James is Home Depot's best customer!

 

James was so busy doing the lights that he missed going with Ruby on her birthday date.  We went to Red Robin and then shopping at Target for a Cinderella dress...it had to be the one with butterflies on it.

 

Birthday sundae at Red Robin

Sundae and a chocolate shake

It fits her perfect but she probably won't wear it again because

it is "too itchy."

 

Ruby and I had a great time together.  I am sorry James didn't get to come.



 

 

 



Ruby's gift from her parents!

Addy posted this and I couldn't resist.

There is always room for a picture of Lola!

 

Wednesday, June 17, 2015



Happy 6th Birthday Miss Ruby!

Even though her birthday isn't until tomorrow we had her party today at our timeshare, Sheraton Desert Oasis.

Ruby blows while Kreed and Rowan look on.

Well done Ruby!

Reading the directions for the Cinderella carriage.

Nice headpiece Rowan.

Rowan and Lola

Ivy

I am not sure what that is in Lola's hand.

Kayla and Addy going back into the pool after

giving me a "wet" hug.

Ruby with her Super Barbie costume that

Sheri gave her.

Sheri, Ian and these five boys spent the night at the resort

and had a fun time in the pool.

 

 

James and I went to dinner at Chili's tonight, usually one of our favorite places to go.  We both ordered something different and neither of us liked what we ordered although mine was edible. James's was not.  He ordered the Tex-Mex and it was so salty that he couldn't eat it.  He kept trying.  I told him he should complain and send it back but he wouldn't.  Needless to say neither of us will be ordering that dish again!

 



 

Tuesday, June 16, 2015

 

Ben, Alex, and Seth all showed up for work this morning.  They work a few hours early and then go home when it gets too hot. 

 

I left for my appointment at the arthritis center around 9:45.  My infusion is supposed to start at 10:15.  I actually am feeling pretty good today.  I guess there is something to having a positive attitude.  The infusion only lasted around an hour and I come back in four weeks.  Afterwards I felt so good that I went shopping to get stuff for the house. 

After stopping at Sonic for lunch, a corndog, because it's the easiest thing to eat in the car, I went to Target.  I shopped for Ruby's birthday, buying her a Cinderella Barbie, and a horse drawn coach like the one in the movie.  I also have a Be Kind and Have Courage necklace for her. 

Cinderella themed necklace made by

Marci Coombs

 

I also got some matching towels to go in our bathroom and a rug for the entryway.  The rug is going to show dirt and isn't quite big enough, but it will do.



 

Next I went to Home Goods and got this plant and another one very similar for the dining room table, and a candle lantern for one of the end tables in the family room.  This is the most that I have shopped in a long time!

 

James and I worked this afternoon trying to get ready for Stacy's friend Elska to come and see the house.  Stacy cleaned the wood floors but by the time we finished it was after 5pm and Eska asked if she could come tomorrow instead. Elska is interested in buying the house for an investment. 

 

James and I had Taco Bell for dinner and went to bed.





 



Monday, June 15, 2015

While these two are enjoying the cool ocean breezes

in San Diego we are experiencing 115 degree heat here in

the Valley of the Sun!

 

Today was the day we were supposed to be ready to show our house...but we have had to postpone because we are not ready. 

 

The pool pump finally got fixed today.  It was off all weekend.

Today James put a new light fixture in the entryway and put a mirror underneath.  The mirror was Stacy's idea. 

Not quite what we had in mind, but

a great improvement over how it was.

I had to order a new debit card today.  Mine must have gotten thrown away.  It could be up to 10 days before I get the new one.  I guess I won't be going to Winco for awhile.

 

I was pretty miserable today but I managed to get up and go to Olive Garden with Dallin for his birthday.  We love spending one on one with our grandchildren as part of their birthday celebration  We had a nice visit with Dallin about his singing ambitions and we certainly enjoyed the delicious food.  I had pasta fagoli soup and shrimp and chicken carbonara.  James had grilled salmon and broccoli and Dallin had the Tour of Italy platter.  It was a nice evening but I came home and went straight to bed.  I can hardly waiting for tomorrow to try out my new medicine!

Good night from Mission Beach

 

Back in Arizona Trina and Lexy took their kids to hike and play around Payson and the Natural Bridge.









 I guess they get their love of hiking from  their mom's.

Beautiful!

 



 



Sunday, June 14, 2015

Happy 40th Birthday to Brian.  I am glad you get to be at

your "Happy Place" for your birthday.

Happy 20th Birthday Dallin.

 

I spent the morning preparing a matching game for Primary that I think the kids will really like.  James read his talk to me because I am no going to be attending church today because of the way I feel.  Sheri said she would help him in Primary.  I fell asleep when he left and three and 1/2 hours later I was still asleep.  James woke me up and I was surprised how late it was.  James spoke today with

Alex Braddock who is leaving on his mission on July 1st. 

Alex with his parents Lynette and Cory 

James had to tell me all about how great the class was.  Malachi got recognized during singing time for singing so well, something that never happens.  Isaiah, Shade, and Liam were all great and so were Taylor and Brooklyn.  They all loved the match game I made for them.

 

Although I didn't feel very well I couldn't pass up the invitation to have dinner at Darrel and Trina's because I wanted to see their kids.  The dinner was delicious.  We had seasoned ground beef over rice, yellow watermelon, raspberries and asparagus.  For dessert Addy and Ruby had made delicious chocolate chip cookies.

Addy and her friend Trinity

 



Miss Ruby

After dinner James and I drove to Scottsdale to check into the Sheraton Desert Oasis, our time share.  We have it for a week.  We could have spent the night, but I just wasn't feeling up to it.



Saturday, June 13, 2015

Rachel and Thor

June 13, 2015

Linden, Arizona

 

This is where I was supposed to be today...Rachel's wedding in Dennis and Denise's backyard.  I had to call Denise this morning and tell her I wasn't going to make it and explain to her how bad I have been feeling.  I also missed going to Thomas Gale's funeral.

 

 

Kim, Brian, Joe, and Michael left for San Diego this morning.  Kim brought me some Deep Blue Rub by DoTerra.  I love it.  James rubbed it on my hurt joints and it was very soothing.  Thanks Kim!

 

Chelsea joined them while he kids were at

Newport Beach with Cody's family.

 

I spent most of the day in bed.  James brought me some hot and sour soup which for some reason is what I have been craving for the past week or so. 

 

I discovered this afternoon that I have misplaced my debit card.  I let Michael use it last night at Winco but I do remember him putting it on the dining room table where I was sitting.  I don't know what happened to it after that.  Somehow it must have gotten thrown away.  Anyway a block was put on the card and a newone was ordered.

 

James took a break today from working on the house to attend the temple with Alex Braddock.  He also went grocery shopping but had to go to Walmart instead of Winco because Winco only takes debit cards or cash. 

 

Here are some pictures from Rachel's wedding.  Today also happens to be Monte and Tasha's 21st wedding anniversary.