Thursday, February 23, 2012

Since I was up past midnight last night there was no getting up at 4am and then walking to Walmart at 6:30. It was almost 7 when I got up.
I watched Evan this morning and he and Joshua wanted Grandpa to get the light sabre out of the tree, so Grandpa climbed the tree and got the light sabre down. I got a picture which I will post later. He really is a dare devil in spite of all of his injuries.
Ian went to the hospital to learn how to change the dressing on Max's head because Sheri didn't think she could handle it. The did a proceedure this morning and everything went well. They were home around noon just as Evan was asking for his hamburger, ketchup only.
James and I took Joe and Adam out to eat for their birthday this evening. We can't afford Red Lobster right now. We went to Golden Corral and had a great time. I had some freshly cooked grilled tilapia and it was delicious. I am craving some right now! I am proud of Joe. He abstained from the sugary desserts, something he has done since before Christmas. He is a great example!

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

James and I attended the Mitt Romney rally here in Chandler at the Tri-City Christian Academy with my friend Jacque Hatch. Laura was kind enough to save us a place in the bleachers because I don't think I could have stood after standing in line for an hour. Afterwards James, Dallin, and I all got to shake hands with Mitt. It was worth the wait!

It was a funfilled day for Dallin. His favorite band "Fun" did a live performance at Zia Records here in Chandler. All you had to do to get in was buy their newest CD. Did I say Dallin's favorite band? Joe, Alex, Ben, and Michael are also big fans and they were there too, along with Kim. (Thank goodness for Kim!). Michael came from his baseball game and "changed clothes" in the back seat of the PT Cruiser. I guess you could say they all had a great time. Grandpa went to Mutual by himself this evening.

I got home from my RS presidency meeting after 9pm only to find out that Sheri was at Banner Desert Hospital with Max. Max and Michael had a collision on the trampoline on Monday. Michael's tooth hit Max in the forehead opening up a big gash. Ian doctored it and sealed it up and it seemed like everything was okay until this afternoon when the swelling began. James had told Sheri she needed to take him in because swelling around the brain area can be serious. The doctor had him go to the hospital where they put him on an IV. James and I met Darrel at the hospital and James and Darrel gave Max a blessing. I had to sit in the waiting room because they only allow two visitors at a time. I went back to see Max and the first thing I saw were his feet, and boy were they dirty! They were wheeling him into another room. We went with them to his new room and then James and I left. Sheri will be spending the night. They will be doing a proceedure on him in the morning to relieve the swelling and allow the wound to drain. James said that in the blessing he blessed him that everything would be fine. Thank goodness! Now I can sleep tonite.

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

We will be judged by what is in the Book of Mormon. It will be the rod against which we will be measured.

I made it to Walmart, did my shopping, and came home all within an hour. That was my goal. In the past it's taken me an hour and 15 minutes. Maybe it's because I did interval walking and jogging most all of the way there.

I mowed the front lawn today and made an exciting discovery. I can start the lawnmower all by myself! The reason I haven't been mowing the lawn is because I didn't think I could start the mower. Should I be glad or sad?

Started preparing my talk for Sunday on the family. How do I make it interesting. James says we aren't to entertain, but to bear testimony.

Wes Lueck came over today. He is buying one of our lots and he had a contract for us to sign.
Woohoo!

James bid 3 jobs today.

In spite of my 3 mile walk I ate pie, and candy today. I wonder if I will lost any weight?

Monday, February 20, 2012

Happy 37th Birthday to Sheri! She got roller blades from Ian.
We gave her a soft blanket, a puzzle and gift cards to go out to eat. She, Trina, their kids, and Michael went hiking on Peralta Trail this morning. I was going to go but James talked me out of it. It didn't take much because my feet were hurting. I took a nap instead.
I went out to breakfast with my friend Karen Schneider this morning for her birthday. We went to Mimi's and got omlets. They were delicious. Karen's birthday is on the 24th but she has cleared the rest of the week to get ready for her trip to Hawaii.
This evening James and I went to see the movie "The Vow" using movie passes we got for Christmas. The movie features Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum as a couple involved in a car accicent. She loses her short term memory and they have to start their relationship all over. It was based on a true story. Rachel McAdams made the movie for me. She is so adorable! Channing Tatum wasn't bad to look at either.

Sunday, February 19, 2012

James and I gave each other haircuts yesterday so we looked 'spiffy" going to Church today.
Stacy had to stay home with Josh who had a fever so Dallin and Michael came to Church with me. (Paul goes to the 9 am meeting because he has work at noon). James and I went up to sit by Dallin and Michael during sacrament meeting and they got up and left. James went out in the foyer and ask them to come back but they were "no shows." I must say I was rather hurt and offended. They pretty much made a joke out of it when we ask them why they did it. I can't remember when I've been more disappointed in these two.
We had our Lambson FHE this evening. There were 19 of us in attendance and we had a great time. Our family home evening theme for the year is faith and obedience. Addy sang "I Am A Child of God" Dallin sang "How Great Thou Art" and Joe and Dallin sang while Dallin played the piano and Joe played the guitar.
We really miss Jared and Tricia's family!

Saturday, February 18, 2012

The highlight of my day was watching the Trezise boys, Ben and Max play football. Ben threw a pass to his buddy Ian Wanlass who caught it one handed in the air and ran for the touchdown. Ian also made the extra point.

Max made the first touchdown of the game in his game on the second play of the game. Both boys can catch, throw and play defense. It made my day to watch them play! (Someday I will have some pictures on this blog.)

James is selling another trailer today. This one will go for $1,800.00 Hey, whatever it takes to pay the bills. (He just threw 1800 cash on my desk!)

Nathan, Terry's son, wants to buy one and maybe both of the lots we have left in the neighborhood. Hurray!

Quote of the day:
"Happiess is the object and design of our existence and will be the end thereof, if we pursue the path that leads to it; and this path is virtue, uprightness, faithfulness, holiness and keeping all the commandments of God." - the Prophet Joseph Smith

Friday, February 17, 2012

No walk to Walmart this morning. I was just too tired. I went back to bed for an hour and then went outside to work in the yard.
Sheri invited me to go to the movies today with her and Christy Wanlass and Drea Boles. We saw "One for the Money." A little crude but quite entertaining. Stacy was nice to watch Evan. Speaking of Stacy, she got her license today so it's official she's a dental hygienest! Now if she can only find a job.
Adam and friends made it safely to the cabin at around 2am. One of the cars didn't make it the last 100 yards. There is snow, James sent me a picture. While James was making steak, gravy and biscuits for breakfast the electricity went off. It was a loose wire out in the fuse box. It's a good thing grampa was there to fix it.
I am off to Dave and Laura's in a few minutes to play 5 Crowns!