Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Seven Peaks, I could scream!






So I hate Seven Peaks. My kids love it. They have so much fun, but really they only had fun because my mom and sister were there, otherwise they would have been miserable standing in lines half the time. It took us 20 minutes to park at seven peaks, 60 minutes to stand in line to get into the park because they don't allow food inside so they check all your bags. So frustrating. Then my mom stood in line to get tubes for 1 1/2 hours while the kids played with me and Christine. Then I literally stood in line to get pizza for 2 hours. It was so ridiculous but all the food lines were insane because everyone has to buy their food and they are completely understaffed. Let's just say I wasn't happy. If it wasn't for the fact that the kids could still play while some adult stood in line I would have gone crazy. They kids do love the place and I guess that is all that matters in the end.

Sunday, July 18, 2010

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Hill AFB Aerospace Museum




So on our drive up to Logan forever ago we passed the Hill Air Force Base Aerospace Museum like we have many times but we decided to actually stop. My kids were in heaven. It was very cool. If you have never been before you should go. It is free and the planes are amazing. It is fun to see a little bit of our history.

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Motor Cross Baby


Jake loves his motorcycle clothes. He wants to wear them everyday. It is killing me. I can't get the clothes clean and the minute he sees them in the dryer he is pulling them out and redressing himself. He does look cute though.

Sunday, April 25, 2010

My baby!


Everytime I look at him I can't believe this is it. He is growing up so fast. I am enjoying him so much. His laugh, how he talks, the way he pulls faces. Everything seems cuter and funnier to me and my guess is because I know he is my last.

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Jake is MAD!



So my son Jake gets naked when he gets pissed. He does it at church, grocery stores, anywhere. He just got done screaming about 5 minutes ago because I made him give back a shirt to one of Wyatt's friends and I just found him outside in the cold NAKED!

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

recipe blog

Okay this is for Mel. I am doing another blog with recipes that I have tried. The blog is www.jewelswhatsfordinner.blogspot.com

Don't expect anything fantastic. I am not gourmet but I do like to try new things. I hope you enjoy it.

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Yummy Cinnamon Rolls

My friend Allison posted these cinnamon rolls so I had to try it. I knew it had to be good for her to make it and boy it is. I have never made cinnamon rolls because they take forever but it wasn't that bad. Everyone at home absolutely LOVED them. Enjoy!

Vanilla Pudding Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting
Rolls:
½ cup warm water
2 tablespoons active dry yeast
2 tablespoons sugar
3 ½ ounce package instant vanilla pudding
½ cup butter, melted
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
6+ cups flour

Filling:
1 cup butter, softened to room temperature
2 cups brown sugar
4 teaspoons cinnamon

Frosting:
8 ounces cream cheese
½ cup butter, softened to room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups powdered sugar
2-3 tablespoons milk

In a small bowl combine water, yeast and sugar. Stir until dissolved. Set aside. In large bowl, take pudding mix and prepare according to package directions. Add butter, eggs and salt. Mix well. Then add yeast mixture. Blend. Gradually add flour; knead until smooth. Do not overflour the dough! It should be very soft but not sticky. Place in a greased bowl. Cover and let rise until doubled. Then roll out on floured board to 34 X 21 inches in size. Take 1 cup soft butter and spread over surface. In bowl, mix 2 cups brown sugar and 4 teaspoons cinnamon. Sprinkle over the top. Roll up very tightly. With knife put a notch every 1 1/2 inches. Cut with thread or serrated knife. Place on lightly greased cookie sheet 1 inch apart. Cover and let rise until double again. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes. Remove when they start to turn golden (don’t overbake). Frost warm rolls with cream cheese frosting (combine butter and cream cheese and mix well, then add vanilla and sugar and mix again, then add milk for desired consistency). Makes about 24 very large rolls.

WORK!WORK!WORK!



The boys love to help their dad work!

Thursday, April 8, 2010

Entertainment

This kept Jake entertained for at least 45 minutes.

Friday, February 5, 2010

Snowboarding!




Max turned 10 on Monday so Fred took work off and we let the boys take off school so Fred could take them snowboarding. It was their first time and Max was so excited to try out his birthday present. Fred said they just went straight down and then would crash at the bottom. They had no interest in learning to turn they just wanted speed. They had so much fun and can't wait to go again. I need to take lessons because I am not as fearless as they are.