Sunday, May 30, 2010

That's Mister Mom to you!

Some might say I'm getting a little culture. Others would say I'm getting soft. But whatever you choose to call it, it made for a much happier wife. First of all, I have been dying to make a dish I loved in Guate for Dolly to try--essentially black re-fried beans and fried plantains. It is awesome. This week I decided to finally make it for her. The only problem is, she liked it so much she wants those black beans for every meal! I guess there are less-healthy things we could eat.

If making her dinner wasn't enough I also decided to get a start on the laundry. I hate doing laundry and usually can get away with waiting for her to need to do it. She usually runs out of clean clothes before me since I wear the same gym shorts and t-shirt every day. I know I'm disgusting. Hopefully nothing comes out smaller than when it went in!

Another first is I even decided to post a blog. Dolly has been after me for weeks about blogging but I have always come up with good excuses for not doing so.

And if all that wasn't enough I even let her talk me into helping her babysit the neighbors two kids while the mom went to a work meeting. And this is after our niece decided the front closet was better than being close to me! I vowed never to babysit again...alone that is. She kept the little ones in check this time.


Amanda-
  I do have to say that most of this is true... except for keeping the kids in check.  Kyle did all of the work and the kids LOVE him.  Prime example is today I sat between Kyle and this cute Mom in Sunday School and passed the baby back and forth the whole time, baby couldn't decide who she liked better, Mom or Kyle.
It is always so fun to see Kyle interact with children (because he claims he is scared of them) but he always does a great job!

For Your Viewing Pleasure!!

I swear I haven't blogged in a long time, so I though I would do a fun picture blog!

This is Kyle and I at one of our fave, yet rarely visited restaurants, the Blue Iguana.  We always order the Burrito Grande, it's 3 pounds. but don't worry, we can't even pound it together!
WE really do have one of the funnest wards.  This was our 80's nights... and for those that didn't come 80's-ish, we made sure they left that way!  I do have to say that I won a prize for my psychedelic costume!

This is what I come home to justa bout every day, Kyle studying.  Pray for him to do well on the MCAT coming up oh so fast!
And the next one is Laura at the farm.  We helped her choose out a lamb.

We did finish the race!  We both about drove eachother nuts though.  I like to run fast and they take a breather, he likes to keep a constant pace.  We ran over half of it, and they he was kind enough to walk/run with me the rest of the way.  This is Kyle and his best bud Braden and Mark and Jennalynns graduation.  I was a stinker and didn't get anyother pictures SORRY!

Sunday, May 16, 2010

Deserted

Friday, I was so proud of myself. I actually remembered to take my skirt and heels with me to work, so that after my incredibly busy day I could go to ward temple night. But alas I had to go alone, because Kyle didn't get off of work until after 7.
So after an amazing temple trip I called sweet Kyle on the drive home, turns out while I left him alone during the day, he he had made plans of his own and was on his way to his Mom's house in Northern Utah. I told him I felt like a single mom but without kids. He laughed and said he would be back within 24 hours.

We love eachother, and love to spend a lot of time together, but this past week we didn't get enough time together. We will work on that this week.

He was able to help his family with their huge lamb auction and lets be honest, I know they really could have used my awesome showmanship and Vanna White skills to help keep the auction moving along but really what would they have done without kyles muscles? (i know I need them like everyday)

Since I didn't go up this time (i swear I had other responsibilities) I guess I owe Mike and Kristin a day of slave labor!

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

May Day~


Can you believe it is May already!  I love it!  I love coming home to the crisp, almost warm weather and seeing the cute neighbor kids out playing together.  I love to see them throw the play box sand, and chase each other.  I love their little squeals and their mother's sweet voices reminding them to play kindly. 

Right now Kyle and I live in a tiny apartment, we locals like to call the Village.  I hear some people complain about the tight quarters, or the foreign smells but I honestly love living here.  I guess it is just because I know (or like to think) that one day we will have a bigger house (more than 500 sq feet) that I will have to try to keep clean.  I love that I can hear Kyle breathing no matter where I am in our house, and that I can turn the heat up as high as I want, I am glad I have a place to call home.

Today I came home to kyle studying on the card table in the living room.  The card table took up the whole living room!  I can only imagine how hard it is to keep your mind to studying when there is a TV, computer and telephone all within an arms reach.

His last final is on Thursday and I know that he just can't wait, wish him luck!

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Miracle on Temple Square

So I have this lunchbox full of fun things that have taken with me everytime I go Downtown just incase I run into an awesome sister missionary I know. 

My sweetest roommate Leslie is serving a mission on temple square. Everytime we go down we try to find her with no luck, but Saturday, after a string of crazy events and nothing working out we were on our way to the ditribution center when we pulled into a parallel parking spot and I hear someone yell my name. Leslie is standing on the sidewalk with her companion! I jump out of the car with her package, what a miracle!  It was so fun to see her and talk to her. She is so wonderful! But funny enough the distrubution center closed right when we got there!



(i took this picture of her)


This last week I gave a scouts group a tour of the news station. They touched everything, and I pretended like I didn't see. After that I went to a relief society activity, and when I got home Kyle was on the phone calling everyone to try to find me. I guess I forgot to tell him where I was going!


Wednesday night was our first and last game of region basketball. We played one of the singles wards in our stake, they were huge and very aggressive, I came away with a few bruises. They dominated us though 15-54. But I hit a 3 and a couple baskets.

Thursday night I took the twins and 2 friends to another chick flick. (I was really excited for it) It was ok but too predictable. I left my wallet with the tickets in it at moms, and  my dad was nice enough to rush it out! Amy and Joni loved the movie!


Friday was the most beautiful day, perfect weather so we we got together with our friends and roasted hot dogs and played fun backyard games.  I love being outside!

Sunday, April 11, 2010

C is for Cheer, Cleaning and Champs

Last Sunday was General Conference and Easter Sunday. I don't remember them falling on the same day before, but I loved it. I was really touched by how much our wonderful prophets and apostles talked about how we are responsible for raising our families. One day when I am a mother I hope to earn all of the good qualities spoken of.


Monday was the Muse concert... enough said

Tuesday- We can't remember what we did... but it was hopefully productive

Wednesday- Kyle's parents came into town and we went with them to a cute little restaurant downtown called the Blue Iguana. Kyle and I shared the burrito grande, which is a 3 pound burrito, Kyle ate about half of it (1.5 lbs, Sick I know!) and I ate a small chunk and tonz of their chips and salsa (which Mike wasn't man enough to handle). That night Kyle woke up in the middle of the night to go feed the sheep at work.

Thursday- Kyle has a late class but he still made it to my basketball game. We play in regions next week, wish us luck! (and pray my huge bruise on my knee goes away)

Friday- We went with our friends Ben and Darcy to the temple, ward temple night was at 6pm, but were rebels and went to the 7pm session but for a good reason. We were asked (ok we volunteered) to help clean the temple. We were there from 9:45-1am. What a wonderful experience though! I would clean it once a week if they asked.

Saturday - Emily and Ryan just put their cute house in Payson up for sale, the whole family went down to help them get it ready and to assist Emily in throwing things away, or taking them to the DI (a HUGE problem for our family of hoarders). When I got home that evening we canceled all plans with friends to do some of our own spring cleaning and dejunking. I love organizing and we were able to get the kitchen cupboards re-organized. The only problem is they get cluttered up so fast! Kyle had more late night feedings. One at 4am. While he was gone I couldn't sleep, guess I just missed him and his warmth too much!


The Cheer story is my favorite. So my little sister Amy has been working so hard for the past year to try out for Murray High's Cheer squad. Joni and I have drilled her and made her practice in the front room count less times.
There were 60 girls trying out and 20 spots. I was so nervous for her I thought I was going to throw up... I couldn't sleep and when she called me Saturday morning to tell me she made it I started to cry! When someone you love gets something they have worked so hard for and totally deserve you cant' help but be so happy for them!

Amy's twin Joni was on the Cheer squad last year and Kyle and I enjoyed watching her at the Basketball games. This year we will get to watch both of them because Joni is a Spartonian (drill team) and Amy is on Cheer! Go Wouden girls you rock!

Dining Awards

Had to post these... although I don't think I look like myself.

Kyle and I at the SL Dining Awards

Muse

 All of you Muse fans, beware...
I was kindly given 4 tickets to the Muse concert the other night... Kyle and I took Amy and Joni.
 the opening band was a little odd... and Muse had one song I knew (the one from Twilight).  I wasn't really a fan, because you couldn't really dance to their music (the drunk girl in the next suite over figured out how to move to the music, but I don't like belly dancer moves)  We had a suite mostly to ourselves and had a good time just goofing around! 
 

Saturday, March 27, 2010

Ready 1-2

Joni is on the cheer squad, and I think besides all of the boys at Murray High, I am her biggest fan. 
Next year she will be on the Drill Team, so it looks like I will be attending a lot of those performances now.

I think at the Drill Showcase she was confused, she wore her cheer uniform, performed with the cheerleaders and  then after  getting a flower from a boy, she stood in line with the drill girls!


Here she is:
Looks like a need a new/better camera

Deep fried, glazed goodness

Melt in your mouth Krispy Kreme Doughnuts. 
I think most doughnuts are o.k.  but KK's are amazing when they are fresh off of the fryer! (otherwise, meh)

Don't worry. A group of us went down to the Flash game yesterday (i fell asleep, tells you how exciting it was) and we had to stop in for a hot one.  We waited a half an hour at least.  I inhaled mine.

I loved watching the doughnuts being made... kyle thought i was lame.

More Dis On Ice

Kyle and I by the LITTLE MERMAIDS DRESS!

Saturday, March 13, 2010

Disney on Ice

Can I just say MAGICAL!

I was able to get some Disney on Ice tickets.  Emily, Ryan, Julianna and I went.  Poor Kyle had too much home work to go.

We went to a VIP party before the show, we barely missed Mickey and the whole time Juju said " Where Mickey Go" ?



The skaters are so talented and the show was phenomenal.  Here are some pictures: 

Fat FHE

Kyle and I got to go to a VIP dinner at a new restaurant on Monday for FHE.  The Copper Onion is one of those fun little hip places you got to eat downtown when you want to feel special.

The staff was extra friendly and we literally tried everything on the menu.  Even just a bite of everything was too much.  I couldn't make it through the main courses or dessert!  Don't worry I think I put on about 10 pounds! (but it makes me feel better that everyone else did too!)

My favorite thing was the artichokes and the spicy chicken.

It was awesome!

Sunday, March 7, 2010

Drill Team and Twilight

I never mentioned the Salt Lake Magazine Dining Awards last week.  It was in the beautiful Utah Museum of Fine Arts.  I think Kyle and I were the only people who didn't drink at the mingle.  It was fun to chat with and meet new people in the community. Check us out:

We were able to get preview tickets to Alice in Wonderland for my whole family.  Kyle and my Dad went early to get us all seats together and the only place they could find... the front row!  The movie is 3-D and had great computer graphics!  I liked it, but it is a little different.  My little sisters all kept their 3-D glasses and popped out the lenses for the cool glasses!


Wednesday night after dinner Kyle was studying and I sat down to read a little and fell asleep.  My sweet husband cleaned up dinner and got my things ready for Yoga. (so that he could go play basketball) Luckily he didn't get hurt this time.

Thursday night is ward basketball, I was totally off, No 3 pointers this time but it was a fun fun game. 

Joni called me on Wednesday night and asked me if she should try out for the drill team or cheer.  I told her to both.  The only problem is the tryout were on Friday and she had already missed 2 days of clinics!  She is so talented she just went to one day of clinics and made it!  I would like to say that the Costa Vida Burrito I bought and delivered to her along with the good luck card and skittles made a difference!

On Friday night my best friend Tiki and I took dinner to our best friend Barb who had surgery.  I always have so much fun with those girls.  Both of their little boys are so cute!  I love little boys.


Saturday we were reunited with our best friends Warrior and Ryan! We went to the Desert Star Theater and saw "Twi-light: I was a  teenage vampire"  It was hilarious!  Then we spent the night with playing games and eating the best alfredo ever!

Thursday, March 4, 2010

Something Smells Fishy!

Because I cooked fish!

Everyone who knows me, knows I am a sucker for deals... sometimes to my disadvantage, but how can you pass up a sales rack???

The frugal monster even kicks in at the grocery store, which is where I found some insanely cheap red snapper fish (don't worry I know nothing about fish either)

So I take it home to the hubs ready to show him my cooking skills, until I unwrap the fish and gag.  Seriously nasty fishy fish smell.  But alas I am brave and smart using a recipe and flying by the seat of my pants and make things up like I usually do when I cook.

They turned out to look like this:

Not to shabby for a red snapper I say!  The only problem, our house still smells like fish!


















And while I am on the subject of food... I have to post this picture, to prove what an awesome wife I am to give the hubs barbecued ribs 2 nights in a row!  Yeah for wet naps

Saturday, February 20, 2010

Church Activities Week!

Today is Saturday and Kyle is in his MCAT (med school test) prep class.  He just signed up to take the test in April.  It cost $250 just for the test!  He is working really hard though.  I have been cleaning like crazy (and getting rid of kyles stuff!)

This has been a really busy week.  Kyle is working in a research lab with little baby lambs.  He really likes it.  Monday night was presidents day.  I know we did family home evening, and we went to Woody's, with Oma and Opa. 

Opa is just like a little kid.  He and Dad had a good time though.  Dad let Opa eat all of this fries.

Emily, Ryan and JuJu came.  Ryan had to leave to go to work and Opa kept saying, "where did the man with the long hair go?" no one knew what he was talking about.  Later dad figured out he was talking about Ryan, associating him with Emily's long hair.

Emily looks great.  She and I have become a lot closer, I just wish she lived closer!

Laura, JuJu and Whitney were running around Woody's when JuJu fell and her tooth went through her lip.  You know how mom freaks out when there is blood, everyone was running around like crazy!  Turns out it wasn't that deep.






  Tuesday night Kyle worked till 11.  I was having a hard day, so I went to the library and got a few books and movies.  Then I made Kyle some tacos and I went to a dance class over at the Church.  The news station is re-doing the news set, which means we are getting kicked out of the studio for almost a month.  They aren't sure what they are going to do with my show!  It is really frustrating, because I can't plan ahead!

Wednesday night Kyle and I cooked up my famous Chicken Pot Pie.  I left kyle a little and headed over to a Relief Society activity.  We were doing an international dinner, but I couldn't think of anything Dutch to take, so I went with the Pot pie.  It was delicious if I may say so myself. 

Kyles car battery died on Tuesday night when he left his lights on.  On Wednesday night we tried to jump it with my car.  No luck.  Kyle called dad and he came up the next day with his battery charger.  He drove the blue truck right up onto the sidewalk to get to Kyles car!  He said "I work for the district, I'm not afraid of driving anywhere!"  I fed him and Kyle  some Hawaiian Pork Skewers and rice.  He really liked it!

Thursday night I played ward basketball.  I am sure I told you Kyle is the referee for all of the girls games.  He does a pretty good job, but sometimes the girls get really angry when he makes calls.  He lets us travel a lot, because it happens a lot.  I am not that good at basketball, but I totally made a 3 pointer! 

Yesterday we had Panda Express come and cook on our show, so I got to eat, and take a plate of it home to Kyle.  It's one of his favorite.  Our Christmas tree has been driving me crazy!  We just don't have room to store it, so yesterday Kyle took it over to Mom's.  I want her to have it.  Then she can get rid of her old tree.  We have had church activities almost every night, and Friday was no different.  It was the Stake valentines dinner.  They had Cafe Rio and the newly wed game.  Kyle and I played.  We only got 2 out of 4 questions right.  But we still took home movie tickets!  Here are the questions we missed.

"Which of the following cereals describes how your family felt about your husband the first time they met him  a.) frosted flakes b.) lucky charms c.) oatmeal squares"

"If you could get rid of one of his possessions, what would it be"  he put down anything football, I said his sponge bob square pants shirt! 

That's our life!