I guess the snow is still good for something

Wyatt and his friend Jeremy just came in the house cracking up. I guess they were just hanging outside and drinking a red cream soda and decided to write something in the snow with it. How sweet, he thought of me. Funny kid.

The boys want a new boat!

We went to the boat show yesterday to dream. It was a lot of fun. We met up with our friends Sharif and Danielle. There are so many amazing boats... we just want one of them. It's crazy. Since Mike and I have been married, we've always had a boat, except for the last couple of years we haven't. Wyatt and Hayden are at the age right now that we really need one again. It's such a fun family thing. So, the coolest part of the night was when we were checking out the Nautiques (our dream boat). Their best pro rider, Shaun Murray was there! They gave us all t-shirts, and then he signed them for us. How lucky are we? Mike was able to sneak in a picture with his phone, so here it is.

Smart Little Hayden

Yesterday Hayden got out one of his Christmas presents that he hadn't opened yet. It was a megablocks toy that you had to put together. As he started to assemble, I came and sat next to him thinking I could help. Wrong. Those things are freakin' hard! Anyway, I was amazed. He did the whole thing all by himself. There were so many pieces, and you had to put them together the right way or it wouldn't work. The kid has patience. I was getting frustrated just watching him. The photos are the finished project. What a smartie pants.

Happy Valentine's Day!

Tristan is so big now, he eats by himself... and does a great job I might add.

Wyatt, as cool as ever.

Hayden got a puppet a while back. His name is Dr. Moody. We all get a kick out of him.

Mom invited us all over for dinner on Valentine's day. We haven't all been together since Christmas, so it was fun. She made manwiches, and they were really good. The dessert she made was the best part though! They were heart shaped puff pastries with a yummy vanilla cream filling, and rasberry sauce was drizzled on top... mmmmm (dang, I should have taken a picture)! Oh well, thanks Mom!

Flashback Monday

This was at Lake Powell with the Rasmussen kids. That was such a fun trip!

4th of July, 2004

I just was looking through some old pictures on my computer. These were all taken in 2004. It hasn't even been quite 4 years, but it feels like a decade! I can't believe how little they are. Hayden was only 5 years old. Anyway, I thought some of you might enjoy this like I did. Oh, and the dad sign was one of 4 pictures that said "Dad, you're the best!". They did it for Father's Day that year.

Hannah Montana in 3D

Harlee's new haircut is sooo cute!

Troy said he could have soda because it was a "special occasion"

Patrece and I got tickets to the Hannah Montana 3D Movie a couple months ago, and we went last night. I got 3 tickets. One for me, Wyatt and Hayden. Wyatt told me right away that he wouldn't be caught dead there, so I told Hayden he could invite a friend. He decided to bring Troy. Troy was so cute! In the middle of the movie, all the kids started going down to the front of the theater to dance. Our kids were shy at first, but Donovan and Taylor took the lead and joined in the fun. The rest of the kids soon followed. They were really getting their groove on. Troy even did the worm! It was a really fun night and we even got to eat at Bajio Grill... What can top that? :)

Everyone better do this if I am... :)

My little sister, Misty, bless her heart, tagged me... Whatever that means. Anyway, I thought I'd be a good sport and play along. You can too by cutting and pasting the following and putting your own answers in. Its kinda fun... I guess. :)


1. What is your occupation? Mortgage Broker.
2. What color are your socks right now? Don't have any on.
3. What are you listening to right now? Teardrops on my Guitar - Taylor Swift (love her).
4. What was the last thing that you ate? Mexican @ Cafe El Lago (Surprisingly it was really good).
5. Can you drive a stick shift? Duh.
6. What color would you be, if you were a color? Red... That means I'm a strong woman right?, LOL.
7. Last person you spoke to on the phone? Patrece (no surprise there).
8. Do you like the person who tagged you with this blog or sent this to you? Of course I like her. She's my little sis.
9. How old are you today? 33 and proud of it I've decided.
10. Favorite drink? Vanilla spiced Chai Tea... Yummy.
11. What is your favorite sport to watch? FOOTBALL... can't get enough.
12. Have you ever dyed your hair? Have I? Come on now...
13. Pets? Oh, this one's sad. We had to put our dog, Kazi down in December of '06. We got her as a puppy when Wyatt was a baby, 12 years ago. It was one of the hardest things I've ever done in my life.
14. Favorite food? Tomatoes, fresh mozerella, lemon juice and salt and pepper. I eat it every day for lunch. It makes my mouth water just thinking about it. I also love my mom's clam chowder, Patrece's pumkin rolls and Margo's chocolate chip cookies! (hint, hint)
15. Last movie you watched? The Bucket List... It's really good. Don't listen to the critics!
16. Favorite Day of the year? I would have to say... Christmas.
17. What do you do to vent anger? Freakin' scream my head off... (did I just say that out loud).
18. What was your favorite toy as a child? I think Barbies... or frogs from the back yard.
19. What is your favorite, fall or spring? I love fall. It just feels good.
20. Cherry or Blueberry? For sure Blueberry... for more reasons than one.. ha ha, CW.
21. Do you want your friends to respond? Duh, I wouldn’t have done this, if I didn’t.
22. Who is most likely to respond? I think... Molly.
23. Who is least likely to respond? Patrece, she doesn't even have a stupid blog! Lame.
24. What are your current living arrangements? Mike and I and the boys have lived in the same home for 6 years. We really love it here (for the most part).
25. When was the last time you cried? Yesterday, surprisingly.
26. Who is the friend you’ve had the longest - that you still keep in touch with? Rhondelle.
27. Favorite smell? My new Scentsy... toasted apple butter... mmmmm.
28. Plain, cheese or spicy hamburgers? Depends on the occasion.
29. Favorite Car? Always a Land Rover.
30. Favorite cat breed? What? Not a cat person.
31. Number of keys on your key ring? One for the car... good enough.
32. How many years at your current job? 8.
33. Favorite day of the week? Saturday.
34. How many states have you lived in? 1.
35. What is your favorite hobby? Shopping!

Snow Day

Today has been a very interesting day for me. I had a hair appointment, but canceled quickly due to the weather. The boys couldn't ride the bus home because of the snow! I don't remember that happening since the time I was in elementary. It makes me very grateful that I have a warm house and food to eat on a day like this. Since I've been stuck at home today, I've been watching the news and all the great things that President Hinckley did in his life. He was such an amazing man, and a wonderful leader. He connected with everyone and had such a great sense of humor. I admire him and appreciate the great example he's been to me and my family! This picture was at his wife's funeral. I am so happy to know that he gets to be with her again...

My cousin, Molly showed me this link... I think it's a great tribute to our prophet!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvB3z2U8DEo

What song was #1 when you were born?

My sister found a website that lets you know what song was #1 on any given day. I did our birthdays...

Mike's - Leaving on a Jet Plane by Peter, Paul and Mary
Holly's - You're Having My Baby by Paul Anka w/ Odia Coates (Interesting)
Wyatt's - Fantasy by Mariah Carey
Hayden's - The First Night by Monica

If you want to try it out go to the following link:

http://www.joshhosler.biz/NumberOneInHistory/SelectMonth.htm

Go Jazz!

Mike & I took Hayden to the Jazz game tonight. It was such a blast! We ate dinner there, and Mike was the honorary coach... (he got to sit right behind the Jazz players)! Anyway, Wyatt went to a birthday party, so Hayden lucked out big time and got to go. We went down on the floor before the game started, and when the players came out Hayden got to high five every single one of them (I'll post a video as proof). It was a lot of fun, especially because the Jazz beat the Clippers by a landslide! Good times....

Hayden you lucky dog!

This is Hayden at the game. All his favorite players were there...

Apologize video

This is a video from the concert...

One Republic Concert

Hayden and his friend Alec had a great time waving their cell phones like everyone else.

Wyatt brought his friend Tyler...


Mike and I, along with our friends Mike and Karen Webb, brought the boys to the One Republic concert last night in Orem. It was so much fun! I love the band and listen to their CD all time. And, the best part is that the lead singer sounds just as good on stage as he does on the CD! I will try to put a video of it on here if I can figure it out. Anyway, we got all the boys t-shirts and they wore them to school today. We got home late for a school night, but it was worth it.

Party @ Hodder's (take 2)

Little Karlee & Tagen were so cute that night! And Mike was gracious enough to give the little kids a ride on his scooter (ha ha)! Anyway, thanks to Rodger and Natasha, the party was a huge success!

Day after Christmas party @ The Hodder's

We always do a party the day after Christmas. My mom started that tradition because she thought that day was too depressing. Anyway, Rodger and Natasha hosted it at their house this year. It was a lot of fun! Their house looks amazing too!

Christmas Morning Scones!

Everyone came over on Christmas day for scones at our house. A tradition I started a few years back so I don't have to leave my house.... Smart huh!

Tiff & Mom
(How Cute!)

We thought we would make Todd's day by getting Tristan a BYU jersey and ball for Christmas. What a proud dad Todd must be!!

Christmas Morning...

Hayden decided to set his alarm clock for 4 AM without anyone knowing this year. They came in and woke us up and we made them stay in bed with us for another hour until we were ready to peel ourselves out of bed. It was really fun though. The boys got everything they wanted... and more! Mike and I laid on the couch watching them open their gifts, and as soon as they were done we went back to bed. One great thing about having older kids!