Valentines Day Fun

I always try to do a little bit more on V-day than I would usually do because its all alone in boring February. Note the word "try" because I never really do what I set out to, and you can almost always count on one or more of us being sick in the fam. This year was somewhere between here and there.

Troy took Avery on a date to skate. Avery loves to go roller-blading and shes always up for Classic Skating Dollar Night.

Then on Friday I spent the day in Avery's Class helping out with the V-day festivities. After School I made Valentine pizza and the kids decorated them.

After dinner I took Corbin to see Bolt for our "date", and he was super patient with me as I made a "quick" trip to the mall.

Saturday I made valentine waffles and then we just hung out all day. Troy let me veg for a while and I watched a movie and snacked on the chocolates and Henry Weinhart' black cherry cream soda (that's true love!) that he got for me. After I picked the wrappers out of my hair and cleaned my self up a bit Troy took me the Thanksgiving point for some V-day dinner and dancing. What a blast! We went Troy's his parents which are always up for some serious two-steppin and I can't remember when I had that much fun. Live band and amazing singers, we'll definitely try to do it again next year!

K enough of the snow already. I am ready for some heat, bring it!! Don't get me wrong, I love winter but by the end of Feb. it gets a little old and I long for spring. Bailee is going crazy. She is constantly trying to escape the house and go out back to play on the swings.

Oh yeah and did I mention that we are a foster family now! Ok so its just a dog but still... Shawdow is my sister-in-laws family dog. They moved and couldn't take him with them so we offered to keep him until further notice. He is sch a good boy, I didn't want to like having him around but I can't help myself. If there were ever the perfect situation to have a pet this would be it. Totally trained, doesn't shed, smells ok as far as dogs go, and sweet to my babies, even Bailee who constantly bugs him. Its a two way street though because any chance Bailee gets she feeds him what ever she may be snacking on at the time...pretzels, string cheese, cheetos, carrots, peas, fruit snack, that dog will eat anything!

Tag

Thank you very much April for tagging me so that I can actually post something on my blog. I know, I know...I suck at it, I totally suck!
Here it goes...

8 Favorite Shows:

1. Grey's Anatomy -mabey not so much after last nights episode:(
2. Private Practice
3. So You Think You Can Dance
4. Oprah
5. American Idol
6. Gilmore Girls
7. Project Runway
8. Jon and Kate + 8

8 Things I Did Yesterday:

1. Cleaned out SEVERAL puke buckets, (poor Ave)
2. Layed in bed with Ave with my own upset stomach and sore throat, (poor Holly)
3. Told my amazing husband how amazing he is, about 456 times!
4. Laundry
5. Took a Bubble Bath, did I say how amazing my husband is yet!
6. Parent Teacher conferences for Corbin and Avery
7. Watched my shows
8. Passed out early after a hearty dose of Nyquil

8 of my Favorite Restaurants

1. Tucanos
2. Mi Ranchito
3. Magelby's
4. Carabas
5. JCW's
6. China Lily
7. Ruths Chris
8. Cafe Rio

8 Things On My Wish List

1. Watch my kids play on the beaches of Kauaii
2. A new and improved bod
3. Take my kids to Disneyland & Sea World
4. Learn how to play the piano
5. Learn how to be healthy and ENJOY it
6. To be happy, no matter the cirrcumstance
7. To travel the world with Troy
8. To make a difference

2009 is finally here and 2008 is finally behind us!!! Wow, that was a rough year, but what a blessing to come out on the other end better people, at the very least we learned more this year than we ever “hoped” to (whether it was learned the hard way or not, what a blessing). I am so grateful to have such an amazingly sweet, loving, attentive, caring, attractive and (almost, most of the time) sensitive husband. Blah, blah, blah…I know, I know, but everyone who knows me knows how in love I am with you Troy and now I love you more than ever Babe! And 3 of the best kids ever created, I am so lucky to have a front row seat in your lives…what a show-drama, comedy, plenty of action, a little horror and the best kind of love story! And thank you to all of our family and friends that planted reminders in our heads to keep our chins up and face every challenge head on. Thank you for your kindness and understanding, but thank you especially for your patience and love, we love you all so much more than we can express.

So I’m having a bit of a hard time keeping up with my blog (obviously), so in true New Year’s resolution style I am going to strive to do better! A few other resolutions include:

Going to the temple at least once a month
Daily scripture study
Better eating habits
Toning this body!
Doing more of the things that remind me of….me.
Getting on top of this whole preparedness thing, seriously.
Journaling, bloging, scrap booking, etc…
Taking it easy on the carbonated drinks
Watching a little less of that darn “boob-tube”

Just to name a few!! Here’s to actually completing on or two this year!

It’s been a while since I posted anything so here is a little bit to “snack” on until next time…

Avery and her friend Katelin

Corbin in the parade at school

Avery Kiersten and Witnee

Corbin and Trevyn

Grandpa Bob and the girlies

April had just had surgery on her foot so she decide to follow our trick-or-treaters in style. She just needed her big poofy dress and sash for "Mrs. Orem"!

All the kids were pooped after hauling their candy from house to house so they settled in to watch a movie at April's house.

Avery at her Thanksgiving Program

Thanksgiving! Look at all those homemade desserts!

Bailee and Cousin Rachel

Bailee beggin for food, who can blame her? Everything was amazing!

Corbin and Ashlyn

The whole Zentner clan

Posey McPoserson!! After dinner we all went to Grandpa Bobs school to burn off some calories in the gym.

Corby and Trev just before Trevyn's baptism, Your next Bood!

Makin our Gingerbread Train

HAPPY 29 HOLLY!!! Dinner with the girls is always a blast, Thanks Ladies!


SNOW!!! Honestly, what more do I need to say?

Bailee and her Daddy on X-mas morning!

Scarecrow Festival

We went to the Scarecrow Festival yesterday at Thanksgiving Point and had a total blast. Troy was even able to come which was a major bonus! Its funny how easily you can entertain kids, they were lovin every minute, ever those silly games. Just give em some cotton candy and a snow cone and its "your the best mom and dad ever", and "I love this day", and "we have the funniest family in the world" and "thank you, thank you, thank you...I love you, I love you, I love you!!!" Wow, was I that easy as a kid?The kids picked out their pumpkins, which were all a little weird looking but my control can only go so far!

Shawn Bradley was there as a rep for the organization putting on this fundraiser and Troy couldn't resist a photo-op. He is huge (obviously) and such a nice guy.

What a fun day! Great cause, great food, great weather, great company, another great fall day!!

Battle Scars!

I admit that I am a bit of a "weekend warrior" but it keeps me young. I was playing soccer and someone came down on my leg with the bottom of her cleat while we were battling for the ball in the air. I got the ball though, and major street cred with Corbin and Avery!

Let the Fun Begin!!!

K, how excited am I that it is finally Fall!!! I love fall! The weather, the food, the colors, the holidays, the clothes, the feelings! We finally got to put up the decorations tonight for family night, followed by a sweet lesson taught by Avery and we always end up with an amazing dessert. Homemade cinnamon rolls--so freakin good! Now its on to Halloween costumes and class parties....Heaven!