Twilight

First of all, before I get flamed for this, I have to admit that I loved the Twilight series. But when I read this on another girl's blog I laughed my head off! I immediately had to call my mom and tell her, she doesn't like the books so she really appreciated it! For those of you who haven't read the books- now you don't have to. ;)

Husbands Cliff Notes on Twilight

Edward: I hate Bella.

Bella: I love Edward. Oh his eyes! What should I do? Whine, whine, whine.

Edward: OK, I don't hate you, I just have no self-control (typical guy), oh, and I want to kill you.

Bella: I love Edward. Oh his eyes! What should I do? Whine, whine, whine.

Jacob: I love Bella too, but I want to kill her. And Edward.

Edward: I want to kill Jacob.

Bella: I love Edward and Jacob. Oh their eyes! What should I do? I know, I'll lead both of them on and just whine the entire time.

Edward: Look, I'm shiny!

Jacob: Look, I'm strong!

Bella: Whine, Whine Whine.

Hee, hee! Only a few more days until the next book comes out!

Happy Birthday Leslie!

This post is very, very late, but I wanted to take a few minutes to wish my sister-in-law, Leslie, happy birthday!!! We were able to spend the day with her while we were camping (which is part of the reason that I haven't posted this). Leslie is Doug's sister (the only one). She is a great mom. I have always admired and watched the great way that she takes care of her kids. I don't think I have ever heard her raise her voice to them and she really seems to enjoy being with them and being their mom. Leslie has a lot of energy and is always ready to have fun. While she was camping she was willing to go on little hikes with me. Thanks Leslie!

I have so much to tell you all about, but I've been so busy that I haven't even had a minute. I will post tomorrow (hopefully!)

Here we go!

It's 3:44 am, California time. And I'm awake waiting until it's time to get the kids up and go. After a very fun, eventful couple of weeks, we're on our way home. We spent some days camping, went home for one day (just long enough to wash clothes and mess up the house), then came to California for 9 days to be with Holly and Frank for their baby blessing. I've had serious sleeping problems tonight (I always do when I'm worried about getting up early) so I'm wide awake. The kids have to be to swim lessons by 10:20 am- pretty amazing we can travel that far in that few of hours! We've had a wonderful time and I'll post more details and pictures when I get caught up with some sleep. But for now, I'm just excited to be going home. 2 weeks away is a long time for me!

Thought this would be fun!

My cousin, Taeya, had this on her blog I thought it would be fun to see who participates.

Here is a totally different game of tag.
1. As a comment on my blog, leave one memory that you and I had together or Doug. It doesn't matter if you knew us a little or a lot, anything you remember!
2. Next, re-post these instructions on your blog and see how many people leave a memory about you. It's actually pretty funny to see the responses.
If you leave a memory about me, I'll assume you're playing the game and I'll come to your blog and leave one about you.

The Host

Ok, so I've been pretty busy. Yup, I've been reading! :) I really had no desire to read The Host but I was trying to avoid doing other things so I picked it up. Guess what! After about the first 40 pages I loved it. Now, I'm counting down the days until Breaking Dawn (from the Twilight series) comes out. So, if you want a good, bizarre read, pick up The Host. But be prepared- it's almost 700 pages so you might not get much else done!

Just for the record...

I didn't make the links, Holly did. If I knew how to change them I might. ;)

America- Land That I Love!

Have I mentioned that I love the 4th of July! It's probably my favorite holiday, right behind Christmas. Sometimes I wonder if it isn't just as good as Christmas. This year did not disappoint. Although, I have to say that my mom (who is spending time in California with baby Bella) was very missed!

We start celebrating the 4th on the 2nd. That is the traditional day that Hyrum does their fireworks. We went to Doug's mom's house and had grilled hamburgers, ate salad and YUMMY fruit salad. After we all went over to the soccer fields and let the kids ride the train, climb the wall and jump in the bounce house. Leslie & Ryan and their kids were there also Alesa and Justin and kids and Katie's friend, Noel, joined us. At dark we sat on Carol's front yard and watched the fireworks. This is one of my favorite traditions!

On the 3rd we went to the fireworks at the stadium with the whole Larsen clan. Doug and I weren't really excited about going, but because all the kids took nice long naps, we told them we would go. I'm so glad we went. This is definately one of the highlights. I love to listen to the music (this year it was an acapella group, Tminus5). I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it when they play the armed forces anthems and have the veterans and military members stand- I always get teary eyed during this time. I am SO grateful for these men who have sacrificed for me and my family. They gave so much so that I can live here in freedom and safety! This year Bob Bennett (US Senator) spoke, what a great speech. He spoke about how yes, we are having troubles right now, but our history is one of trials and troubles. That is how we were founded. Then there was a wonderful fireworks show. Because the firework's company is local they give us a great show. What a fun night!

The 4th we started the day at the gym. Doug and I worked out, the girls swam and Bevan went to Kids Club. Then we went to Hyrum for the parade. It was wonderful weather. Because the parade is at Noon, it is usually HOT, but this year it was overcast so it was really very comfortable. We walked back to Carol's house where the kids were able to play for the rest of the afternoon and Doug grilled us YUMMY Rib Eye steaks. We came home and put Bevan down for bed and then the girls did a few sparklers.

It was a wonderful couple of days, ending with another fun day today. (Details coming in another post)