ONE WORD FREES US OF ALL THE WEIGHT AND PAIN IN LIFE.......THAT WORD IS LOVE..........Socrates

Thursday, July 24, 2008

Just as soon as she gets to our house, whether it's inside the house or outside, Ave always goes to Elliott's water bowl. She empties it and then tries to eat the bowl. It's so funny, because I think she remembers he has this water bowl somewhere. She is such a blessing to us and we enjoy her immensely.

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Our Prophet

I was so grateful to the have the opportunity to hear our President talk to us today. He helped me to further realize what is most important in my life and that I should choose to pay attention to what is missing in my life. He told us to appreciate our blessings, despite our challenges and to always thank our Father in Heaven, for all the happiness and blessings we have, but it is he who is responsible for giving us. I will try very hard to live my life with gratitude to my Father In Heaven for all he has given to me, even during all challenges I have had in my life. I so love this Prophet!

AUNT MELDA

It was such a joy to go and visit Aunt Melda at her Rest Home. She was so excited to see us, she jumped up to her walker and told us she wanted to walk with us. She took us down to the "therapy room" where she proceded to get on a machine and work the pedals and arms. She is 98 years old and doing fantastic. She's feisty and doesn't like her roommate. We are considering taking Elva down to Melda's place to live and they can share a room. Elva isn't doing so well and we feel her quality of life will be much better with her sister to visit with. Again, it's all about Sisters, keeping in touch, and how good they can make you feel when you are really down. Love It!!!!

Our "Romantic" 4-wheelin' rendevous

Are you a good sister?

Take the sister quiz:
1. Your sister needs her hair done for an event and you are a fantastic stylist. But, instead of asking you to do it, she asks her best friend. How do you feel?
a. Pissed! She knows I love to do hair....how rude!
b. Fine. Her friend does a great job on hair. Can't wait to see how it turns out!
c. A little bummed, but it's ok. I'm sure she just wanted to share the fun with her friend.

2. You've had a long, busy day when your sister calls wanting to go to dinner because she needs to talk. What do you do?
a. Ignore her call, I don't need any extra stress....
b. Answer the call and figure out how bad the situation is before deciding.
c. Answer the call and tell her I can be there in less than 15 minutes. I am there for her no matter what.

3. You found a guy that would be perfect for your sister, but she hates being set up. Do you do it anyway?
a. Yes, but I'd try to set it up like a chance meeting so that she feels more comfortable. Hey, if it's for my sister's well being, I'll do it.
b. Nope, but I might ask him out.
c. It depends on her recent track record.

4. After a date, you call your sister to tell her how it went, but she rushes you off the phone. How does that make you feel?
a. A little guilty. I must have been intruding. Oops.
b. How dare she do that? She only calls on her own terms, to talk about herself.
c. A little hurt, but I'll get over it. She was probably busy.

5. Your sister calls you extremely late at night. She's drunk and needs a ride home. What do you do?
a. Groan, sigh and finally say, OK.
b. Find out where she is, tell her to stay put and rush over there.
c. Tell her to figure it out for herself. I need my sleep.

6. Even though she has a boyfriend, your sister starts flirting with your best guy friend. Do you tell him that she has a boyfriend before anything happens?
a. Not only that, I'd tell her boyfriend what she was trying to do. Floozy...
b. I would talk to her about the line she is crossing first, if she doesn't listen, I'd have to tell my friend. I know he wouldn't want to be in that kind of situation.
c. Yes, He's a nice guy and that's just not fair to him or her boyfriend.

7. She has found Mr. Right and is betting married. But, she doesn't ask you to be in the wedding. How does that make you feel?
a. Sad, but I'll do anything for my sister. Besides, it's her wedding. It should be exactly how she wants it.
b. Oh heck, no! She knows that is so not cool. She's going to hear it from me for sure.
c. Hurt, I thought we were close. Forget her!

8. Your less-responsible sister was not asked to watch your parents' house while they were out of town. She finds out they asked you. How do you explain that to her?
a. Just give her the brutal truth. They don't trust her.
b. Lie and tell her that they didn't ask me, so I don't know why she's so upset.
c. Break it to her gently, but tell her that I told Mom and Dad that she is more responsible than they think.

9. After a rough breakup, you notice that your sister is rebounding a bit too much. What do you say to her?
a. I'd warn her of the consequences her actions can bring.
b. Tell her she's being a hooch and unless she wants an STD or a baby, she needs to stop.
c. Explain that while I understand her situation, she should take a look at what she's doing. It's really not her and she doesn't want anything bad to come of it. I'd make sure to tell her I'm just saying it because I love her.

10. If your sister got into trouble with the law, would you help her out or rat her out?
a. Our parents think she's perfect, so I'd totally rat her out. Maybe they'll be easier on me if they realize she isn't so perfect after all.
b. I wouldn't tell our parents, but I'd talk to her about why she did what she did. To me, getting her to understand what she did wrong is helping her out.
c. That's interesting.....she has ratted me out a few times. I just might......

THE CORRECT ANSWERS FOR A PERFECT SISTER ARE:
1-B
2-C
3-A
4-C
5-B
6-B
7-A
8-C
9-C
10-B

A TRIBUTE TO ALL MOTHERS:

"Blessed be all mothers
Who have come into our lives.
Whose kindness, care and loving,
Remain with us to guide.

Your inspiration in us,
Made us strive in every way.
Especially to remember,
Helping others makes our day.

Mothers, this little tribute
Flows directly from my heart.
You are so loved and cherished,
Invaluable, one and all you are."

Susan Kramer

SOME "MOMISMS"

1. I've got eyes in the back of my head, that's why
2. Don't make that face or it'll freeze in that position
3. If I talked to my mother like you talk to me......
4. Always change your underwear, you never know when you'll have an accident....
5. Be careful or you'll put your eye out
6. What if everyone jumped off a cliff? Would you do it too?
7. If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all
8. Don't put that in your mouth; you don't know where it's been!
9. I hope that when you grow up, you have kids "Just Like You"!
10. Yes, I AM the boss of you
11. Don't look a gift horse in the mouth
12. If you fall out of that tree and break your leg, don't come running to me
13. I brought you into this world and I can take you OUT!!
14. Honestly....You'd lose your head if it wasn't fastened on
15. If I've told you once, I've told you a thousand times....

And the most used.......
BECAUSE I SAID SO, THAT'S WHY.....!!!!!

RED SKELTON'S RECIPE FOR THE PERFECT MARRIAGE

1. Two times a week we go to a nice restaurant, have a little beverage, good food and companionship. She goes on Tuesdays; I go on Fridays.

2. We also sleep in separate beds. Hers is in California, and mine is in Texas.

3. I take my wife everywhere.....but she keeps finding her way back.

4. I asked my wife where she wanted to go for our anniversary. "Somewhere I haven't been in a long time" she said; so I suggested the kitchen.

5. We always hold hands. If I let go, she shops.

6. She has an electric blender, electric toaster and electric bread maker. She said "There are too many gadgets, and no place to sit down". So, I bought her an electric chair.

7. My wife told me the car wasn't running well because there was water in the carburetor. I asked where the car was. She told me, "In the lake".

8. She got a mudd pack and looked great for two days. Then the mud fell off.

9. She ran after the garbage truck, yelling, "Am I too late for the garbage?" The driver said, "No, jump in".

10. Remember: Marriage is the number one cause of divorce.

11. I married Miss Right. I just didn't know her first name was ALWAYS.

12. I haven't spoken to my wife in 18 months. I don't want to interrupt her.

13. The last fight was my fault though. My wife asked, "What's on the TV?" I said "DUST"!!!

Gettin' to Know Me NOW.......

Some of my favorite movies:
1. Heat
2. Schindler's List
3. Pretty Woman
4. Erin Brockovich
5. Perfect Storm

Some of my favorite TV Programs:
1. Dexter
2. Lost
3. Big Love
4. Dirty Jobs
5. Antiques Road Show (so me)
6. Oprah

Music Artists I love:
1. Julio Iglesias
2. Celine Dion
3. Josh Groban
4. Andrea Bocelli
5. Anne Murray

My best skill:
Typing - 110 WPM Net

My favorite hobbies:
1. Writing Poetry
2. Reading
3. Drawing
4. Sewing
Working in the yard in the
summertime......

My favorite Foods:
1. Lobster
2. Steak
3. Anything Italian
4. Barbecued Pork Fried Rice

My favorite things to do:
1. Spending time with my Grandkids
2. Visiting with my kids and their spouses
3. Taking trips with my hubbie
4. Going 4-wheeling in the desert
5. Walking on my treadmill
6. Helping others whenever I can

My Favorite actors:
1. George Clooney
2. Matt Damon
3. Leonardo DiCaprio
4. Sidney Poitier
5. Matthew McConahey
6. Will Smith

My Favorite Actresses:
1. Charlize Theron
2. Reece Witherspoon
3. Halle Berry
4. Laura Linney
5. Judy Dench

What a great dad

Adam is always giving me those looks when I want to take his picture. He's such a great dad! We had so much fun at the party. They had appetizers of coconut shrimp, ribs and teriaki chicken strips. The main course was Teriaki Chicken, Coconut Rice, Scewered beef and veggies. For dessert there was the huge cake which was chocolate with banana filling! What a treat. Joanne, as usual, organized everything and it turned out so perfectly! Adults were greeted with shell leis and the children had paper flower leis!

ONE WORD FREES US OF ALL THE WEIGHT AND PAIN IN LIFE.......THAT WORD IS LOVE..........Socrates

Thursday, July 24, 2008

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Happy Father's Day Honey!

Todd

Teri

Kenzie

How Funny is This?????

Kyley sleeping in the chair

Cody, the "hottie"

Kay and Me

SISTER, CYNDEE AND ME

Kay opening his card from Todd

Kay's 29th birthday, one more time....

Cyndee was there....

Cole and his cousin, Alex, were there...

Teri was there.....

Todd was there.....

Cody was there.....

Kyley was there.....

Kenzie was there......

Bryce Canyon with snow

Melda, Elva's 98 yr. old sister

Doyle, Kathryn's husband

Kathryn, Kay's sister

I ALWAYS FEEL SECURE

ALWAYS MAKING ME LAUGH....

NEVER TOO OLD....

THAT'S WHAT IT'S ALL ABOUT....

We're both still CRAZY!

19 years later......

Christmas Phoenix

LaRae and Bill

Aunt Hannah

Cyndee

Becky and Brent

Lorraine and Fred

Phoenix and Gabrielle dancing Hula

Two Hula Girls and Christopher

Chris' finished pumpkin!

Chris Carving their Pumpkin

Christian

Ave Care Bear

Chris with Spencer

Kay's family with his Mom

Grandkids and Great Grandkids

Her granddaughter, Teri

More time to laugh and visit.....

SARAH BAKER.....LOL

Joe after his procedure......

Our Prophet

WHAT TALENT THIS MAN HAS!

LaRae and Me

Bird

Gertrude

The "Patio"

This is the "crafty guy"

Aunt LaRae Supervising the Work

Cyndee Becka and Me

Larry Fry

Joe and Sarah

Valerie

AVE

Phoenix - All Smiles

"DO" hats

TIME FLIES WHEN YOU'RE HAVING FUN....

"The Broken Road" led me straight to you......."

Chris' Family

Adam and his family

Lesli and Sua

Kay's Family w/ Joe and Sarah & kids

Joe and His Sweet family

I AM SO BLESSED!!!!!

Desert Flower in Bryce Canyon

AUNT MELDA

Sunrise in Kathryn's back yard

Our Anniversary Dinner....

Flo

Butch Cassidy's House

Beauty at it's finest....