Mckay in the future?

So I saw this picture of my hubby today in a photo album, and I just thought. . . That is Mckay in a few years! I have always had a hard time figuring out who mckay looked like, but maybe I am imagining it, but he is totally a daddy's boy.

I am Officially. . .

A true blue resident of Washington State. For those of you that have visited here, you know there is no rhyme or reason to the street addresses. I have mapquested my destination for the past three years each time I go to a new place. Unlike the grid systems of utah, washington roads go around lakes and mountains so nothing usually makes sense. But . . alas. . . I needed to get somewhere yesterday, and without access to mapquest I bird dogged my way there and actually found the house I was looking for. I know it seems trivial, But I am very proud of my milestone, ha ha!

I must add, if I have been there once I can usually return without any problems. I usually have a decent sense of direction. It is just impossible to look at an address here and have any indication of where it may be.

Heirloom Tomatoes

So I bought an heirloom variety of tomato plant this year along with four other varieties to try out. I have to admit that I didn't realize the heirloom wouldn't turn red, but then it clicked when i noticed them turning an off orange/yellow color. But can I just say that I am sold! This produced the biggest and best tomatoes I have ever had. Besides the fact that the plant was falling over even with the cage because of the plethora of tomatoes. It would be nice if they were a nice red color, But hey the flavor is fabulous. I will definitely do these next year!!!

I may need to expand my 3 foot garden space next year. I love, love, love gardens. . . and I wish our yard was bigger, but you can do alot with a small space. Happy Harvesting!

21 Days of Straight Sunshine!!

So I feel like I am ready for the rain, and it has come. We had 21 days of pure sun and warmth, and it was awesome. What a great Summer/Fall!!!!! It has definately made up for our "nonsummer" last year.
So I have been trying to come up with some good indoor play ideas for the coming months. Mostly to expend energy and wear the kids out. I have threatened Matt that I am putting our little knee high ten foot tramp in the garage. . . I have measured and it would work. Slim to none it will happen, but you never know. . . hehehe. If I was really crazy I would make the stair wall a climbing wall because it leads to the half wall in our upstairs loft. . pretty sure that won't happen. . But would that not be the coolest liability ever. Thirdly, I think a trapeze bar would be great exercise, and seemingly simple. I am currently taking suggestions.. . and yes I know i am crazy.

Piano Lessons

So Ethan had his first piano lesson this week. I have to admit I wish I knew how to play so I could at least know what to help him with. Maybe I will learn along with him. He is happy about it so far, and today on the way to the bus said, "If I practice and get good I can play the starwars theme." Whatever works to get him motivated, works for me. He is smart, I think he will do well if we can keep it fun for him.

The Mortensen's new Arrival!!!

Congrats to Tara and Mike on their second baby daughter. I haven't heard a name yet, so we will wait for that. She was 8 pounds, 13 oz., and fairly mellow on the delivery, which is always good.

I think that is Benson grandbaby #18, right? I could be wrong. Adrianne has got #19 in another few months.

Don't get the wrong idea. . .

no we are not moving to Idaho just because matt can fit in now with his ginormous truck. . . ha ha. But doesn't he look good in white?
We thought since gas prices were skyrocketing we would purchase a BiG TruCK, but isn't it cute. They were giving these away at the dealership so we thought we could afford the gas with all the money we saved. I keep telling myself that anyway.
Matt is happy as a clam. A big white clam that fits more in the backseat than my minivan. hehehe.