A Trendy Trinket

I just wanted to let everyone know that I am having a jewelry party at my house on Thursday, 7:00 p.m. I got out some invitations, but ran out, so just know that everyone is invited. If you got an invite, feel free to spread the word. It is a great opportunity to make your own stuff, or by handmade jewelry or make stuff for your little girly babies. I have been busy with a Japanese Exchange Student and hope to get it all on the computer soon.

The Day It All Began

I am so glad that my husband "peaked" (as he likes to say) on our wedding day. What a wonderful day it was, NINE years ago TODAY. I married such a great man, and as a result have a great family and life. Our little family of 2 has quickly grown to a "full-fledged" family of 5 (another Brettism, even marked more poignantly the day he drove the mini-van off the lot as a result of number 3). Thanks honey and Happy Anniversary. I don't really have a great shot that isn't scrap booked or professional of us together, so I tried to do my best. Brett is in Seattle for a few more days, not the first anniversary we have celebrated apart. Summers really are busy and I am learning that more and more. To the beginning of our life together, forever, I will always love you. (I know, a little sappy, especially for me)

Medusa, The American Gladiator

I used to have a great desire to be an American Gladiator. It wasn't that I would be a contestant on the show; I would actually be one of the "Gladiators". My name would be Medusa. While other girls were dreaming of being a dancer, or a princess, I was dreaming even bigger. I am embarrassed to actually admit this, because I think it shows a little more of my true character. I remember when I would be asked the question, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" I would put down an American Gladiator. I have family and friends who can vouch for this. I might even have some of the papers to prove it. As time went on, the show disappeared and my hopes and dreams were shattered. Until now. The show is back on with new Gladiators. I can't decide if I should start training now to be an American Gladiator or if I should start training now and be a contender. I can see it now, mother of 3, used to be athlete, fighting for the right to be crowned an American Gladiator. Battling for the title, I would probably get worked and just have to lie down and surrender. The dream is still there, I just don't know that the fire is. The 100,000 dollar prize money ought to be enough to push me though. Someday, maybe someday.

Albion Basin

We went camping up to Albion Basin above Alta Tuesday night with some friends. We had a great time! We had great tin foil dinners and hung out by the campfire that night. Despite the lack of sleep, we managed to hike up to Cecret Lake the next morning. T-man did great and loved the hike. Little princess wanted carried and I had a hiker back pack that the little one slept in on the way up, it was great. Camping is a lot of work and we only stayed one night, next time we will have to do it when we have more time. It was absolutely beautiful up there. The wildflowers were in full bloom and the lake was breathtaking.

The Trouble with Being Bored

My husband keeps complaining about how bored he is. He isn't used to the everyday, mundane tasks that I have to do to keep the house running. I just don't understand how he can be that bored. In the week that he has been off, he has managed to go to Midway and go golfing, play, and play some more. One day alone consisted of 2 movies, swimming, hanging out with friends. The day that followed was just as packed with a bbq, badmitton, and a little Tiger Woods Golf on the PS2. And today, golf followed by a camping trip. He even has managed to do a little yard work, clean out the garage and the basement. I don't know what he thinks "bored" is, but apparently we have different ideas. He definitely is a play now, work later kind of guy, and I definitely am a work now, play later kind of girl. It must make him bored to watch me. Oh well. Maybe I will just have to make my honey do list a little longer. Then he won't think to complain again. We might even have to throw the rematch in there to help him realize that his life is exciting.

Another Step

Brett is taking a new job with Washington Mutual, which means he quit his job with Integrated Title Services. The timing of this job opportunity couldn't have been better, but I guess he wouldn't have had to worry about it if the market was doing well!! Things at ITS were just a little slow as they are everywhere. This other job came up and Brett started to put his toes in the water. It is just another chance for him to widen his resume. We are having fun developing his career, but hope someday he might find something to settle down into for good. Until then, he is jobless for the next week and doing a great job of keeping the kids entertained. He has next week booked out for us and I think there might even be a camping trip in the forecast. It will be fun, if any of you are up for it, let us know.

The Many Looks of Brett

FULL BEARD

THE BRIGHAM

THE GOATEE

CLEAN AND SMOOTH

Brett, his brothers and dad decided to have a beard growing contest while in California. It was kind of hairy around the house. I am pretty certain the winner wasn't Jeff (no offense) but for reasons to do with the current trip quiz, I will not put the winner on the blog. Brett thought it would be fun to take pictures of himself of the different looks while attempting to shave the thing off. He wants everyone to vote for which look they like the best. The poll is on the side. Sorry Brett if I stole your thunder by doing this before you can get your 2nd official post on the blog.