Still No Voice

People at work ask me if I have taken up smoking...
Customer Service reps think I may be on my deathbed...
and I have to have kyle translate to my grandma what I am trying to say.
Not having a voice totally stinks.
It's been about 6 weeks since I could talk normally.
I can totally relate to Ariel, except for I didn't trade my voice in for a boy.

From One Genius to Another

It's official.  Kyle is a college graduate.
I spanked him for good luck

 and then on saturday we threw him a big party
it was so wonderful to be surrounded by people we love.
here are some highlights:

 My mother decided to cause some controversy and make him a blanket

 we used up 12 lbs of chocolate dipped strawberries

 My U ice didn't last too long

 the master griller, my dad

 decor (that I almost killed myself getting up)

 the people who brought kyle up (and make great baked beans)

 the games

 and the end!

(By the way, the hat indicates my true loyalty...for the true story of what happened ask Kyle)

Thanks to everyone who came!

Best Dinner Ever

Lets be honest.
I'm not the best cook.
I was spoiled, and didn't learn from my mother
(she is a culinary wizard)

But Monday night, I surprised myself and Kyle!

I made this:

The recipe is from the Little America Hotel, and man is it fancy.
It tasted even better than it looks.

We had guests, and they had something against bacon (the meat of the Gods) but I'm sure it was still awesome.

(at this point I am bragging)
I also made a Spinach Salad with Strawberrys and a Vinaigrette and mashed potates with home made gravy!

I had a great time making it, but haven't really cooked since... oops!