Sandwich Heaven

Scenario: Emily is eating a sandwich for lunch after church, while I am cleaning up the kitchen...

Emily: "You know what I feel like when I eat a sandwich?"

Me: "what?"

Emily: " I feel like I'm in heaven. And that I am Jesus.."

Me: laughing of course..

What runs through these kids' minds sometimes?! I am at a loss of words for this one..

Back to rea-li-ty!

It's hard to admit, but I am back to my reality. My short trip to St. George was just that, short. I wished that I could've had at least two more days of relaxation and shopping. It was great to spend time with my sister Lisa, and my mom and also my Aunt Katie who was visiting from Japan. My flight was well, uneventful.. Although at first, I was nervous because as we were sitting on the plane waiting to take off from SL the Pilot announced that he was having engine problems. Please don't tell me THAT!! So we got back off the plane, waited until they could round up a fulling functioning aircraft, and then boarded another plane. I used to fly quite a bit and didn't get nervous, but this time I was a little jittery.. But we landed in sunny St. George only 50 minutes later! That is seriously the way to go, SKYWEST all the way!! My sister Lisa picked me up and then we went to her office to wait for my mom and Aunt Katie. I was proud of my sis, she works really hard and even has an office with a view! It was fun to see where she spends her days slaving away. The next day I was in for a treat at Salone Sienne. Our good friends own the salon and it was fabulous! I got my hair trimmed, layered and styled! Love it! Aunt Katie was next to me getting herself beautified as well, complete with facial and pedicure! Oh and I got the opportunity to drive my cousin's mustang..that is a great car! So after being beautified, we went to lunch and shopping. Oh not to forget seeing 'Mamma Mia'. For those who want a GIRLs night out, see that movie. It is so entertaining and fun! Loved it!

I also loved going on a bikeride with Lisa at 10:30 pm, the moon was still full so it lit the way. We went down what locals call "thrill hill" and I think I rewound like 10 years with the air in my hair and smelling the sweet smell of alfalfa in the fields! Call me corny but it brings a smile to my face just thinking about it!

We also went to see "Fly Boys" which is a movie that was filmed in St. George and Hurricane. It was exciting to see familiar stomping ground on the big screen! Its a great family film! Can you tell I took advantage of movie going while I was there?! Its a favorite pasttime, one that I don't get out to do much with small children!

I loved being able to "ease into the day" with waking up when I wanted to, reading the Spectrum over breakfast, and taking as long as I wanted getting ready for the day!

The flight home was beautiful! I looked out the window and spotted Zion, Bryce and all the beautiful lakes, rivers, and mountains. The view from above is breathtaking. It made me marvel at all the beauty our state offers!

All in all, my trip was full of fun, a new tradition we will do every year from here on out. Next year my other sis Monica and sis-in-law Alysia will have to join us!

Nate did awesome with the kids, he's the greatest!!! Emily even got compliments on her hair at school and her teacher was surprised to find out Nate did her hair! It was fun to talk to them over the phone and hear Easton say, "miss you mommy!" Heartstrings! But I have to admit the few times I heard screaming in the background, I was so relieved I didn't have to deal with it! I think every mom should have a get-a-way, so that daddy can experience what we go through on a daily basis! Nate says he appreciated me before but having me gone deepened his appreciation for all the mundane tasks that need doing. I'm greatful this was all his idea! It was great to see the excitement on the kids when they picked me up from the airport! We stayed up late talking about what had been going on, and Emily was thrilled to see my new clothes! Maybe next year Emily can join our girl party!! As Uncle Aaron said, "girl power"!!! Which bytheway Aaron, thanks for the plane tickets, you are awesome!!!

Oh and we had so much fun that the camera was always left at home!!! =(

My little trip..

I am pacing the house, seriously, picking up junk, putting stuff away, and really not knowing what the heck I'm doing. I am so excited, but yet torn to be leaving the hub, and the kids for a few days. Got me my plane tickets, my bag is packed, and I'm ready to head to St. George for a little R&R with the mom and sis. CAN'T WAIT!! Oh wait.. Hon, I am sad to leave... (in case he peeps into my blog while I'm gone..) Thanks to my awesome husband and best friend, he is taking over my responsibilities with the house and kids to let me "get away". I'm loving him so much for offering me the chance to go, since I haven't done this since..gee, our whole married life! I will miss the kids, but will enjoy going to the Temple with my mom, seeing movies, and going out to eat, and going to the movies. Is it weird I left a list of things, and times that Nate needs to be aware of? I am a little paranoid that he won't get Em to school on time.. Oh and I reminded him this morning that he will need to do her hair. We'll see how that goes. =) Totally ready to turn my apron over to my Mr. Mom!!!! Love ya babe!

FALL IS MY NEW FAVORITE SEASON!!!

Where to begin?! I seriously have been putting my blogging addiction on the back burner. I have not found any motivation to get updated this week. Maybe its the weather, because I have been loving, LOVING this weather! Now that I say that it will do something drastic like get cold really fast, with my luck.

First off, I want you all to know what a fabulous weekend I had! Nate and I had the most awesome opportunity to attend the Utah vs. UNLV game on Saturday night.

Nate was in uniform out on the field along with a slew of other Law Enforcement/Military personel to do the flag ceremony. The flag was about 50 yards long, and they huddled in a group as the band played and then they were supposed to disperse out into the field holding the flag. It looked awesome but from where we were sitting we didn't see the near death experience of one of the officers! It totally clotheslined him and knocked him unconcious!! It gives patriotism a whole new meaning right? It looked awesome and I was proud that my husband had a part in the program and held his ground without falling! We then went on to enjoy a great game played, with the Utes winning 42 to 21. GO UTES! My team spirit was revived, brought back many memories of cheering on the Utes while attending there back in 2000-2002. Great times!

We had a great time shouting and whistling, just trying to fit in with all the other fanatics making the game very entertaining. The part I liked best was feeling like I was in college again! Am I really that old to wish back the days of college life?? Seriously, it was fun and I told Nate that season tickets might be in order for next season! And the funniest thing is that I don't even follow football like some people I know, and find myself catagorized in the "indifferent" column when it comes to sports. "Don't know, Don't care" fits my bill but I realized that I loved the atmosphere of a winning game! Jake (cousin Erin's hub)or Aaron, (sis Lisa's man) need to teach me some trivia knowledge about the game since they seem to be the knowitalls about the legend of football! All I can say is I loved being there. So a big thanks to the Department for free tickets!



The weekend went on without a hitch, enjoying the kids and having Aunt Monica and Uncle Rivers over Sunday afternoon. After much needed inspiration from good friends, I have begun the much abhorred sport of running. Now don't imagine me with great form and beauty because that is so not me. I am red-faced and panting, whisps of hair every which way and death written all over me!

But I am so proud of myself! I started out last week with just walking/jogging and now can run most of my route, with a killer sprint at the end! Talk about monumental efforts! The kids love the bike trailer and Nate was my coach today. He kills me! He hasn't run or been to the gym in awhile but he can still kick my trash when it comes to running! And he doesn't even break a sweat! I still have lots of work to do, not that I want to aspire to marathon status, but I just want to get in shape and say that I can do it! So thank-you to all who blog about your running achievements, you have inspired me!