Celebrating....Farm Style!

May 26, 2009

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The Rooster decided that the best birthday party ever....would be at the farm....
fishing....
and eating steaks. With a couple of cousins and some friends we
headed to the farm for an afternoon of perfect weather and alot of fun.

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It would not be a trip to the farm without and injury! PreShie stubbed her
toe on a big rock.
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Lot of yummy S'Mores were enjoyed!
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The afternoon ended with some fireworks.
It was the perfect party for the Little Rooster!

This Is What A Rooster Looks Like.....

May 22, 2009

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On his 12th birthday!
Little Rooster has been a complete joy since the day that he joined our family! He has a smile that lights up a room and is the most kind and tender hearted boy I know.
He was the largest of all my babies....slightly under 9 lbs.
He has the most perfect dimple in his chin that his Grandpa O. placed there
as he was leaving heaven. He also has a constant twinkle in his eye...that makes you wonder
what is really going on in his head;)
This special boy has been a comfort to me in more ways than he will ever understand.
When I was in bed for three months with our Colton....he waited on me and kept
me company, and he was only 3 1/2 years old. Thankfully he let me hold him
and love him when my arms felt so empty.
He is and has been a blessing in so many ways....and I am sure he will continue to be.
(the gun was a gift from his Dad....who got it on his 12th birthday)
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Grandma Vicki and Grandpa Charles (whom Riley is named for), came to see us today
to be with us this special weekend, and as soon as they arrived....literally....
they had to leave because of a family emergency. We were sooooo sad that they
had to leave, but they left the Little Rooster......
A harmonica!
And luckily for us....our contractor and dear friend....
ART
knows how to play well.

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He was happy to offer some pointers and will be teaching Rooster how to play!
How fun is that?!
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY
to
LITTLE ROOSTER!!!!
We love you!

I Think You Should Make It.......ASAP!!

May 14, 2009

I do love LEMONS!
It must be because of the wonderful Arizona citrus
I grew up with.

When you ask for LEMONS in Mecixo....
you get this.....a LIME.....it is called a Limon.
There is no such thing as a yellow LEMON in Mexico.


So, on a recent trip to Arizona I made sure to bring some back with me.
To enjoy;)!
Also for our Easter Dinner/The Boy's 16th birthday party...
I made 8..yes....EIGHT
LEMON MERINGUE PIES
This is a great recipe....You will love it!
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LEMON MERINGUE PIE
1 9" pie crust, cooked and cooled
1 1/2 c. sugar
3 T. cornstarch
3 T. flour
dash of salt
1 1/2 c. hot water
3 slightly beaten egg yolks
(save the egg whites of the meringue)
2 T. butter
1/2 t. lemon zest
1/3 c. lemon juice

In a sauce pan, mix sugar, cornstarch, flour, and salt. Gradually add hot water stirring constantly. Cook mixture until it comes to a boil. Reduce heat and cook for 2 minutes. Temper egg yolks, add to mixture and return to a boil. Cook for 2 minutes. Add butter, zest and lemon juice, mix well. Fill pie shell with lemon mixture. Top with meringue, be sure to seal
all edges with meringue. Bake at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.

MERINGUE
Beat 3 egg whites
1/2 t. vanilla
1/4 t. cream of tarter
Begin to whip above ingredients, gradually add
6 T. sugar
Beat until stiff

They Have Always Been......

May 11, 2009

SJN_4906 I am sure....totally sure...
they have always been TOGETHER!
They were all born within 9 months.
They don't know life without each other.
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COUSINS!
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FRIENDS
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They LAUGH......alot!
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They PLAY.......alot!
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Sometimes......
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They FIGHT.....not too often.....
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BUT
In the end....they are
COUSINS.....SISTERS....FRIENDS
*thanks Aunt Shauna for the "photo shoot"

This One's For You Pedaling....

May 11, 2009

I thought of you when I saw this......


Advice that I think you would give.
I love your passion for politics!

The Farmer's Favorite...

May 4, 2009

FAMILY PICTURES!!!
He LOVES to take family pictures!!!
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That is a total joke by the way......I don't think there is anything he dislikes
more....and WHY???? I ask???
He doesn't have to do a thing
except
SHOW UP!!!
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We haven't taken a goup picture for quite some time,
only a couple were missing.
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The girls;)
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A glimpse into our lives;)
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I love them!
Thanks Kim...you did a great job!
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Seriously Ready!

May 1, 2009

086 ........................Swine Flu....H1N1....what ever you would like to call it....
We Are Ready!
087 .................Of course school being closed on a national level
MEANS.....
slumber parties....fishing trips....a little tanning by the pool...
hanging out with the cousins....
You get the picture...
All done while wearing.....masks...and latex gloves.....;)
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