TAGGED!

Rachel tagged me. Probably so I will have something to write about on my blog. I don't have a lot to write about, so I don't update too often. I know, I am sort-of a boring person.
10 years ago:
I was a mom with a teenager, a 10 and 5 year old. A lot of different girly hormones going around.( poor Brad )
5 Things on my To-Do list today:
vacuum
laundry
iron
Filing for work
fix dinner and clean up
Snacks I enjoy:
V Chocolate Apples
Hot chocolate (Godiva of course)
Chips & Salsa
3 bad habits:
picking my lip when nervous (or not nervous)
procrastinating
forget to return calls
Places I have lived:
Logan
Provo
Sandy
Things people don't know about me:
I am 4th cousins to my own children (that is why they are so deranged) just kidding
3 things to do before I die: ( I had a lot more than 3 )
Travel to many more destinations
Serve a mission
See all my grandchildren graduate from High School
Be more prepared to meet my maker
Things I would do if I were suddenly made a Billionaire:
Oh this is a good one. I sometimes dream of becoming a billionaire. Not because I want more stuff, but mostly because of all the wonderful things I could do with that kind of money. I would go on a lot of mercy missions and help really poor people be blessed with what we have. I would help them become self sufficient and not just dependant on others. I would also take other people with me to do these service projects, so it would make a difference in their lives too. I would set up family reunion service projects, so we could all go to another country and do something wonderful for underpriveledged people. I would like to think I could make a difference in the world if I had more money, but I know I could make a difference now, even without the money by doing small acts of kindness and service. I can dream anyway. One of my favorite websites I visit often is:
http://www.heifer.org/site/c.edJRKQNiFiG/b.183217/
People I want to tag:
Lindsay Lu
Kim

Scrumptious Cheesecake!

My sweet husband said he would make a Valentines Dinner for us on Valentines Evening. He went to Market Street and got some fresh salmon to cook for that night. Then he went to Cheesecake Factory and got my favorite Cheesecake. How nice was that? Needless to say, Dinner was very tasty! This is the Tuxedo Cheesecake. Other flavors can be found at:
http://shop.thecheesecakefactory.com/PublicStore/catalog/Cheesecakes,92.aspx

Our Prophet

We just got finished watching 60 minutes. It was originally broadcast several years ago, but they re-aired it. It probably did not get a lot of coverage because it was on at the same time as the SuperBowl.

It was so good and it brought a tear or two because I miss him so much! If any of you are interested, here is a link to watch it.

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/01/31/60minutes/main3775068.shtml

Really GRATEFUL!!

Hi Everyone,

I just want everyone to know how grateful we are to all the many people who have been so supportive at this time in our lives. I just cannot believe how blessed we are. We have so many people to thank for being so kind and thoughtful. We have such a great support system and are so thankful to everyone who has sent flowers, cards, emails and especially prayers in behalf of Rachel, us and Chad's family. Also for taking the time to attend the viewing or funeral or both!

Thank you so much to all of you who have been so supportive. We really do appreciate it and are so thankful for each and every one of you!!

Rachel gave a talk at the funeral and did such an amazing job. I am so proud of her. I actually can learn a lot from her. She is a very good person for anyone to look up to. I hope she knows how much we love her. Being a parent has had new challenges this past little while. We just can't seem to mend her broken heart and don't quite know how to make her feel better. My heart is still breaking for her. She is doing pretty well considering everything! I know with time and more prayers, it will get a little better.

Thank you again to all of you wonderful people who are in our lives. We could not do it without you!!

Our Hearts are Breaking

Our family is mourning the loss of Chad. He was Rachel's missionary who has been serving in South Africa for 1 year and 4 months. He was killed in an automobile accident last night in South Africa. Our hearts are just breaking and ever so sad. Please keep Rachel and Chad's family in your prayers. I am sure Rachel will blog about it when she feels the time is right. Until then, we love you all! This is a picture of Chad the day he entered the MTC. We are so so proud of him!

It's Cold Outside!

It was so fun to have Krista, Jake, Jackson, and Kelan here for Christmas! It really made Christmas fun. You sometimes forget how fun it is to have the little ones around because they get so excited for Santa. We hated to see them head back to Idaho, but we know.... they have to go back to Spudville.
We saw these deer out back nibbeling on our shrubs on Christmas Day. They also left us some deer doo-doo. Isn't that special? They are so cute, how could we possibly get upset??

Tagged

Krista tagged me! So now I am suppose to tell about Brad. So here goes:

1. What is his name?

Bradley Ames

2. How long have you been married?

27 years, the longest most miserable years ever. Just kidding!!

3. How long did you date?

9 months

4. Who eats more?

Definately Brad...no questions asked

5. Who said " I love you" first?

Brad did. I said it a few days later

6. Who sings better?

Well, since Brad thinks he is in the Mo Tab Choir on Sundays, I will have to say him. He makes up his own words to go with the songs. Sometimes they are not church appropriate.

7.Who is taller?

Duh

8. Whose temper is worse?

Mine.

9. Who does the laundry?

Me. Brad would not know how.

10. Who does the dishes?

Let's just say, Brad has done the dishes probably 3 times in 27 years.

11. Who usually sleeps on the right side of the bed?

Me

12. Who does the cooking?

Almost always me but Brad makes a good breakfast and some mighty fine Tapioca Pudding

13. Who is more stubborn?

Brad is for sure!!

14. Who proposed?

Brad did!

15. Who is most likely to admit they are wrong?

Neither one of us. We are both always right.

16. Whose parents do you see the most?

Probably about the same. We don't live real close to either one, but we do see both sets of parents every couple months usually.

17. Who pays the bills?

I do, with Brad's money!

18. Who wears the pants in the family?

We both like to think we do, but Brad does.

19. Why do you love your husband?

He always keeps us laughing. He is a good husband, father and grandpa. He is a good provider and hard worker. He is fun to hang out with. He is a dork and I love him.

20. Who do I want to tag?

Mel, Jen when she gets her blog going.