Birthday Lunch...Cafe Rio x2

This year for my birthday we were out of town. When we came back my friend Pat had left me a message saying that she wanted to take me out for lunch. We went to Cafe Rio. Pat's daughter Charlotte (who used to be my babysitter, back when we lived in Magna) came along with her new baby, Jackson. Thanks, Pat for such a fun lunch.

Also, Joe's mom took me to Cafe Rio on another day to celebrate my birthday with all of Joe's sisters. Cafe Rio x2...who could ask for a better birthday. Thanks, Mom for the lunch.

Utah State Fair

This year we went to the state fair...

While we were there we saw this neat

"Pumpkin Spider"...

Saw the swine but didn't get the swine flu...

It even started to rain.

Afterwards, out came this beautiful rainbow...

We saw some honey bees
and
even found the "Queen Bee".

Saw some huge pumpkins that

we "WISH" came out of our garden...

Saw some of Grandpa Anderson's honey

that he harvested...

And even saw some cows

getting a much needed bath.

What a fun day!!!

Ward Halloween Party

Kaylee in the donut eating contest


Skyler- 2nd place winner

IronMan aka Cayden
Minnie Mouse aka Mariah

Last weekend we had our ward Halloween Party. We had a good time eating soup and chili. The best part was the caramel apples that a lady in our ward made (boy were they yummy). We had a donut eating contest, where Skyler came in 2nd place. Then we went trunk or treating. Skyler did not dress up this year because he is too old. Kaylee was a pirate, Mariah was Minnie Mouse, and Cayden was IronMan. Hope you all have a safe and Happy Halloween. BOO!!!

Baby Addison

"ADDISON"

Tonight I went to the hospital to see my friend and her new baby girl. They named her Addison, she weighed 7 lbs. 14 oz. Mom and baby are doing good. Congratulations Tiffanie and Christian, she is beautiful.

9-11 Healing Field

Skyler, Cayden, and Kaylee
Joe and Mariah

Mariah, Skyler, Kaylee, and Cayden

This year we went to the Sandy City Healing Field in honor of the victims that were killed on

9-11. It was very neat to see all the flags. We were able to gain a greater appreciation for the freedoms we enjoy. Our hearts go out to the families who lost loved ones due to this tragic and senseless act. We also are greatful to those who are still fighting for us and our country.

Skyler's Birthday Presents

The front side of his "Long Board"

(he was not happy to be having his picture taken in case you couldn't tell)

The back side of his "Long Board"

Skyler on his new cell phone "texting"

For Skyler's Birthday this year he got a new cell phone and a long board. A long board is like a skateboard but much longer... hence the name long board. Long boards are easier to maneuver making them easier to ride than a skateboard. We had his long board custom made for him by one of Kaylee's friends dad's. On the top side it is camoflage and on the bottom side is an american flag that used to be on fighter planes a long time ago. We started the planning of this back in May and boy was it hard to keep it a secret for so long. He actually came home from his friends house a few times and said he was going to make his own. We had to try and hold him off, so we would tell him all the reason's he shouldn't have one. In the end he had no idea about the cell phone or the long board and he was very surprised. Now we can't keep him home for very long because he wants to go riding.

Concert Choir

Last night Skyler and Kaylee had their first Concert Choir performance. I sure think they looked nice in their outfits (looked like they were ready for their first prom). They did a good job singing. I am so proud of them.

New Haircuts for School

Skyler

Skyler and Cayden

Mariah

So many of you know that Skyler has had the shaggy mop look for quite some time. Well our friend offered to pay Skyler if he cut his hair short. He started thinking about it and was all willing to cut it and our friend backed out. So I decided it was worth it for me to pay him myself (especially if it got rid of the mop). We got his hair cut right before school started and I think he looks much better. Now if it even gets slightly long he nags me to go get it cut. If you ask me it was well worth it. At the same time we also got Mariah and Cayden's hair cut to start school.

Diamond in the Rough

So many of you who know Joe, know that he has a 1965 Ford Mustang. Hires Big H has a car show every month and faithfully Joe and his car attend (I think secretly hoping to win a prize). Well last night, Joe's name was drawn out for a Hires Big H T-shirt, and some micro-fiber shop towels. That's not all though... his car was also chosen as "The Diamond in the Rough". He got a plaque and is entered into a drawing to win a big prize at the end of next year. CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Much more has happened with our family over the last few months, I apologize for not being better about posting. I figured I better start back up somewhere or I never would. I will try and update you on the last few months soon....More to come.