School Girl

Elliet started Kindergarten yesterday. Scott and I were way more anxious and excited for her than she was. She acted like it was no big deal. But, I suppose, with no other older siblings to know what was expected, it was all unknown to her anyway. Did I cry?? Big fat no. I think I felt all those weird mixed emotions when I signed her up in May. Scott was the one who was all emotional. No tears, don't get excited now, just nerves.
Our pyramid guessing game show questions upon her return home were so anti-climactic. They went something like this:


"Did you have fun?"
"yah"
"Do you like your teacher?"
"yah"
"Did you like your lunch I made you? Did you eat all the berries and the broccoli?" (this was Dad- he took very extra-special care in packing that first day lunch)
"yah"
"What did you talk about?"
"Um... being quiet"
"Did you meet any friends? What were their names? Were they nice?"
"Did you...." and so on and so forth. And then she said, "I don't want to talk about school anymore". So there you go. Milestone arrived and gone.
Now if I could just get through this week. The twins are noticeably missing their playing buddy and attacking each other in her absence... hold on for preschool, this mommy can't wait. How I will love those precious hours each day....Oh, but yeah, kids are awesome.
Juls called me yesterday to announce that she will be induced on Thursday if she doesn't go into labor before then. Sweet! Cousin #2 is almost here.
I have a lot going on this week. Celebrations are in store for Emily since her Birthday is on THURSDAY! There is fun to be had, lunches to attend, etc. And the Hill Climb hanging over my head this Saturday. It's fun to be involved but the week of the event is always stressful. Then next weekend we head to Jackson Hole for Lotoja. Which reminds me- I better get to bed since I am getting up in less that 6 hours for a training ride. Can't wait to cap that trip off with the return here to see Kings of Leon.

Fall, here we come!

Summer has officially ended in my mental calendar. Now I am trying to appreciate the warm nights and high yellow sunshine before it starts to wane. But alas, I am not sad one bit! Elliet starts Kindergarten tomorrow (gushy pics to come, I'm sure) and let the routine begin, I say! I need some structure back in my life, even though I am resisting it a little.
This past week we went to the new Springs Preserve that recently opened. They did a great job with the project. Well designed and very fun for the kids.
I finally got the Hill Climb shirts out of the way and a few other random responsibilities off of my plate. Now I can face plate B and C and eventually D, E.... etc.....ugh.

Scott and I went out Friday night on a little date. When we came home, I found a Pony Party on the edge of our bed. Elliet has been in a mad pony/horse phase at the moment.
It was too cute for me to not take pics (thank goodness I made my bed this morning!). Note how each one is carefully placed. No prejudices here... the unicorns, glittered ponies and tiny farm horses were apparently welcome. Silly girl....

This week the Pool Tradeshow is going on here in LV. Rich, I am still all for us opening our too-cool-for-school shop. Maybe next year we'll get badges in time to flash and pay cash.

It's Official

I think that I need a bigger house. Although, maybe it's just many average sized homes... because I don't really want a big house. There are so many great designers out there to fill a home with awesome style.
Here is just one reason why I need more space. Jonathan Adler has a special place in my heart. I want his furniture and his rugs, I was all his pottery and even all of these pillows. Now, I suppose, I just need the money and the immoral spending behavior of people who have a lot of money that just buy tons of stuff without conscience or regret. You know what I mean. No financial discipline.

Dark stairway, billowy dress and long shadows

Now all I need is this. How great is it?!

Savor Summer

Anticipating the fall season is always fun. Elliet starts Kindergarten next week and I quite enjoyed myself at Target getting all her little school supplies...the fall Jcrew issue has arrived, Halloween is around the corner, etc. etc....
So this week I am trying to appreciate the last few lazy summer days we have left. The kids and I swam this afternoon, like most of them this summer, followed with the usual snow cones. There is something so quintessentially summer about defying our hot desert weather with a refreshing afternoon swim and freezing cold high fructose syrup treats. Ahhhhhh.... I love it so.

Fun Times

Alright. First I have to start my post (and this whole blogging thing) with a statement of awareness.
I already knew they were time consuming... but honestly- pictures make posts more interesting and I have become aware of how much work that is! Do you know what I do for you people? Input my photos, crop them, save them, link them inside here so you have something pretty to look at. Wow- so much love oozing from me to you. So be warned! I am doing this blog thing to journal my silly life, so I plan to fill it with pics. If it's all too personal and weird, then go watch Arrested Development and get back to me.
Moving on:
So I went to Utah this past weekend. Friday I hung out with my Mom and sister, shopping for our fave holiday, HALLOWEEN! I know, it's early for most to consider, but oh yes- seasonal fare is already for sale and you can find some pretty sweet stuff.
I must divulge and encourage you all to visit your local Michaels craft store because, you see, Martha Stewart has added (to her already great craft line) some amazingly fun Halloween accessories.
Then we hit Evans...something in Orem. Oh dear. I got in some major trouble here. If you are lucky enough to attend our Halloween Party, then you'll see just how much trouble I got into!
Then we went to Gardner Village. I mean, why not. We still had a little more room in the trunk. Got more fun stuff and some sweet fabric (another major weakness) for who knows what projects. It was a great afternoon visiting, eating and shopping. I loved spending time (and a leetle money) with two of my best friends.


The next day, Scott did the Snowbird Hill Climb. They took a sweet picture of him at the top of the mountain, all Lance Armstrong and heroic. I'll try to get it and show it off.
While he was racing away, my brothers and I went to Ikea. The kids 'babysitting' area filled up too fast for us to take advantage, so Marty and Rich took on the parenting role and they were great sports helping me with the kids. As you can see, Luke and Sadie had a great time!
That evening we went to see Brian Regan at Thanksgiving Point. It was SO FUN! He is hilarious and all of our cheeks hurt (both our face and our bums, from sitting on concrete!). It was a great time laughing so hard.
Sunday was a lazy day, ending with what else, a movie! Bond is always good. Bike ride with my Dad on Monday morning and Thai for lunch with Rich before we headed out of town. Good times!
I love my family so much. They are such good people and so incredibly fun to be around. I can't keep up with all the witty humor back and forth. Thanks for the fun weekend!

FINALLY!

I did it. After a full 10 days of reading between meals, screaming kids starving for attention (oops) and staying up late, I have finished the Stephanie Meyer series.
Oh yes- the SERIES. I started last Tuesday on Twilight.
Goodness- what a run of adventure. These were great fun to read and my good friend, Emily, was just ahead of me so it has been a blast having deep discussions about it.
I don't want to reveal anything more in case one of you are considering reading them yourself, but watch out! You'll be 'bit' from the start (hint hint) and fall in love with Edward just like the rest of the female readers.
(Did I do research to find images of beautiful men for inspiration? Ask and I'll show you)

Are you kidding me?

I already have cake plates.
I don't need any more cake plates.
But I fear that I must own these cake plates.
And maybe more of her line from Macys Home.
I swear, this woman...(well, her designers) are the death of me and my storage space!

Ooooh, me likey.....

I've sold my soul

Here it is. My blog.
I have succumbed!
I plan to have lots of experimental fun with this.
Do enjoy yourself.