Soy Formula

I have a few unopened cans of Soy Formula that I do not need. Could anyone use them or know someone who could?

Let me know.

Animal!!!

Hey the coolest song ever came out on iTunes today!!! Animal by Neon Trees!!! Seriously, get it - not only is it awesome, but this is a great chance to support an amazing band on their way to Crazy Stardom!!! Plus, then when everyone is talking about it and it is all over the radio, you can feel like you are "in" for a sec.

Love you Neon Trees!!!

Eclipse

Okay I need everyone's input...

Here we go - JUNE 29TH MIDNIGHT SHOW!!!

I have the midnight theater for Eclipse already reserved - but I want to find the best way of doing this. Last time was a little stressful and I would like to minimize the stress for me that night. But some things have changed and so help me out... PLEASE LEAVE YOUR COMMENTS - I HATE MAKING DECISIONS LIKE THIS ON MY OWN!

The ticket prices have gone up $1.50 and on top of that if I do general seating then it is an extra $1. With the theater rental I have to purchase I "package deal" like popcorn and drink. But if we do everything it starts to add up. I will be doing the raffle before so for no extra charge you could win things like a massage, a teeth whitening, a haircut, jewelry... keep that in mind also.

I do have to worry about how hard it is to sell the first 2 rows and also how annoying it is to take reserved seating requests. I know that doesn't bug any of you... but I am the one who gets stuck with it, so try to be empathetic.

I know the following descriptions make me sound grumpy (for those of you who really know me, you know - that is partially true :) ) But last time was not at all what I thought it would be and I would like to see if I can make it more fun for everyone. So I need to cover all the bases.


So here are some options.

General Seating, popcorn, drink - ABSOLUTELY NO COMPLAINTS TO THE HOST ALLOWED - this would mean where you end up is all on you. This would be 16.50 per ticket.

General seating, popcorn and drink - BUT not sell the front 2 rows so everyone is happy and you don't have to worry about getting stuck up front - this could be done for 19.50 per ticket.

Reserved Seating, popcorn and drink - BUT not sell the front 2 rows so everyone is happy and you don't have to worry about getting stuck up front - this could be done for 18.50 per ticket. But no seat requests... You would get a ticket with your seat number and I would put all of your group together (as long as they were purchased together), but I would not take seat requests - you will be in the top portion with your group... no "third row, two seats in please", because doing that for the whole theater gets old quick

Reserved Seating, popcorn and drink with an ASTERISKS***. I would sell the front 2 rows for $10 and the back portion of the theater for $17. You would get a ticket with your seat number and I would put all of your group together (as long as they were purchased together), but I would not take seat requests - you will be in the top portion with your group... no "third row, two seats in please", because doing that for the whole theater gets old quick. This would be nice because you wouldn't have to get there early to worry about your seat.

Reserved Seating, popcorn and a drink - you pick your seat and have your seat number on the ticket. This is going to cost you... I am willing to do the work, but not for free - also I have to calculate if the front 2 rows don't sell. This option is $20 per ticket. I will say if all the tickets do sell then I will put the money into the raffle and/or have a mass refund that night... THIS DECISION I WILL MAKE ON MY OWN. This option will have a rule of no seat requests before I get the money - I will not be holding seats.



Okay tell me what you think... I need some help!

Love you all!

RSV

Harrison has RSV - poor kid has a cough like a chain smoker. The doctor says to watch for dehydration and increased difficulty breathing... so far so good, but I hate seeing him uncomfortable. All 3 of the kids started with runny noses Tuesday night/Wednesday morning, light cough Wednesday, moderate coughs Wednesday night, Thursday group doctors visit. Emma and Carson are dealing fine and have learned to run when I come towards them with a tissue... it is now a game - "tissue chase" we all love it (heavy sarcasm there). But baby isn't big enough to deal as well. The doctor gave us some instructions and ordered a breathing treatment and "suction" at the hospital if tonight doesn't go well. Thankfully his Dad and Uncles were here to give him a blessing. Hopefully we won't need the extra treatment.

Neon Trees - Animal

I know that I am not as young and hip as I used to be - but I still know amazing bands and wicked crazy talent when I see it! But to tell you the truth even the lamest of the lame would still think these guys are amazing! And guess what - they are local!!! The bearded bass player is not only uber-talented, he is also my neighbor and friend. So if you love them as much as I do, check them out next time they play - I added their next few show dates. You are going to die how crazy good they are!


Here are a few show dates coming up:
Jan 14th - Mercury Lounge - NYC
Jan 15th - Velour 4th Ann. - Provo
Jan 20th - Spaceland (Club NME) w/Har Mar Superstar - L.A.
Jan 21st - Rickshaw Stop (PopScene) w/Har Mar... - San Francisco


See you there!!!

Welcome Home Uncle Tyson

Jared' s brother Tyson arrived home yesterday from his mission in Chile. He actually left Chile a couple weeks ago and flew to Russia to visit with his parents who are serving as mission presidents over there.

Before he got home - Emma, knowing he went to Russia before coming to Utah, told me how she was excited for Tyson to get home - but really excited for Grandma T to come home too. Thinking Tyson was bringing T with him. I had to explain Grandma T had to stay in Russia, because her mission wasn't over... this was a little sad discovery for her - but after a few minutes was okay. Lucky we have Skype or I am pretty sure Emma would have jumped a plane to Russia as soon as we got to the airport.


He has been home less then 24 hours and has already had In-and-Out and Del Taco, and is already planning for where he will eat next... my kinda of guy!

When he came down the escalator he was wearing a Russia fur hat and we all started laughing immediately - it was perfect. Unfortunately the picture isn't very good - sorry!

That day the kids and I made signs for his arrival - mainly me, but they liked coloring on the back of them. :)

Emma remembered him very well and was so excited to see him, she ran right up to him as soon as he hit the floor and gave him a big hug. Carson, watching what Emma was doing, ran right along with her and hugged him too - which is a rare thing to happen to "strangers". He even gave a few smiles and they are already great buds! Harrison was very excited to introduce himself and was a happy baby - until he got hungry in the car, then he didn't care who Uncle Tyson was. :)

That night Emma made special note in her prayer to welcome him home and say thanks for his safe arrival - then (in her prayer) gave a detailed explanation of how Tyson is home, but Grandma T and Big Grandpa did not come home with him and how they are still in "The Russia" on their mission. Then began to ask for them to come home tomorrow ... this may take a while to explain - how can she understand 2 years more? Funny and cute at the same time.

Welcome Home Tyson, we have looked forward to you getting home for 2 years and we are so excited to have you back!


PS: for all of my local friends - I think my husband has relocated into his parents house for the next week or so... so if you want to play, hang out, go shopping, have late night Twilight watching nights... I am pretty much husbandless until Tyson starts school (at least). :)

My Yearly Allotment

I have an addiction to Hickory Farm's Summer Sausage. I could seriously eat it in unhealthy portions. I love it!

Jared however, does not love it. He is pretty sure it is the most unhealthy thing ever, he hates the smell and thinks it is gross that I take chunks of meat and gnaw on it.

So I have to limit my addiction to Christmas time. Every Christmas, since we were married, that has been one of my gifts. I look forward to it every year - my mouth waters when when walk by the kiosk in the mall and I know it is coming.

I did get extra lucky this year and got some as a gift from my good friend Heidi - who knows all about my addiction and my yearly stipend. :)

So next year, when you are thinking about what to get me - now you know... but make sure to sneak it past Jared... because if I get too much from others it may change how much he gets me! hahaha!

Preschool!!!

Emma recently started preschool! My good friend Reva called randomly and said her twin boys (2 of Emma's closest friends) were starting preschool. She had heard of a few recent openings at the AF High School Preschool, where the high school students have a class about preschool education and then take turns teaching the kids the lesson. There is a teacher there at all times and is wonderful, her name is Ms. Megan and she looks like she is 12, but is super nice and very caring about the kids and their "early education." Anyway, we took the openings and are happy with our decision already!

I have to say I was almost emotional when I took her the first morning. She looked so cute and so big! I can't believe my little girl was walking off to preschool. I was so proud of her. I waited until they were all inside before I left, I couldn't stop watching her. Then while she was gone I found myself waiting for the time to pick her up. It is so fun hearing about what she has learned, who she played with - everything. I love watching her grow up - she is the best!

She absolutely loves it. She loves her new friends and having the Andrew and Anthony there also. She loves learning new things and showing me all of the crafts she has done. What a fun new phase of life!

Merry Christmas Mormons!

I heard about this from Melissa, my good friend that always keeps me on top of the funny stuff - thanks Melissa, Jared and I were in tears laughing!

Birthday Bash!

November is a big month for our house. Emma's birthday is Nov. 19th and Carson's birthday is Nov. 16th. We had a week of presents, cake and parties. It was a lot of fun but we will definitely need a full year to recover.

Tuesday was their birthday party - we had a Royal Birthday party. The invitations were in scroll form and Emma and Carson delivered them in their Royal costumes. The guests wore Royal attire. We had a balloon arch at the door and Conner one of our super awesome neighbors dressed up as a Court Jester and as the guests arrived he announced them as Princess (and their name) or Prince (and their name). We did a Royal Memory game - which is Emma's favorite game. Played "put the kiss on the frog" - which was a cute drawing of a frog that Uncle Eric drew for the Bash. Ran around and tired to find the lost Royal treasure and get in back in the treasure chest before the King noticed that it was gone. Then we opened gifts and had cake.

THE CAKE!!! Sherrie, one of my closest friends and Emma's favorite mom supplied the cake. Her mom is a professional cake creator and did the most amazing castle cake for us! It truely was the best present ever!

After cake we had a Royal Ball and turned on the music and let the kids run wild until their parents arrived. It was a crazy hour and a half but it turned out so fun!

I have to give special thanks to ... Sherrie - who really is the kid's second mom, who helped me plan, set up, get through, clean up and everything in between. She is the greatest friend anyone could ask for! Liz - who doesn't ever need to be asked. She did the things I needed done, before I knew I needed them done. She held Harrison the entire time and really helped me get through the day. Eric for being an artist. Conner for being such a great Jester. All the parents who stayed. Jared for letting me go overboard and even helping in the end.

I love my kids and love making little memories like this day with them.