Well, even though I don't have any new pics to post (I know, horror of horrors!!) I thought I'd give a quick update. I've been able to see straight now for 3 days in a row as I've finally gotten rid of the sinus headaches. Yeah!!! Well, they're not entirely gone, but pain reliever can get rid of them now so I'm okay with that I guess.
We are getting ready for the big 4th of July weekend, and I can't wait!! We're going camping with Jen and Boyd's families for a couple nights, then we're coming back to I.F. on Saturday morning, grabbing the boat, and heading to the lake. Ya-woo! The boat is in the shop even as we speak and we will pick it up (and pay the dreaded boat doctor bill!) on Thursday afternoon before we head out of town. Finally, we will be whole again. hahah
Also, I've started yet another blog, if anyone wants to see it (this is especially addressed to the sisters in my ward!). We decided to start a blog for our ward's R.S. so we can post photos of events and show projects that are available at future meetings and classes. I don't know how popular this will be in our ward, but we'll give it a shot.
Other than that, it's been a pretty slow summer. Must have something to do with the fact that it hasn't really been summer. Yeah, I think that's it. But now that we are no longer drowning every time we step out the door, life should be good. Have fun this weekend, stay away from the river, and Happy 4th of July!
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Colton's Birthday and an Awesome Cake
My nephew celebrated his 14th birthday on the 7th of this month. Fortunately, he was able to spend the week following with family in Blackfoot, and we had dinner and cake/ice cream at Mom's for his and Aedan's birthdays. Since Aedan was getting multiple parties this year, I decided to make the cake more for Colton than for Aedan. I did an electric guitar (Colton's great hobby) and I have to say it was cool! I think Colton liked it too :-). (Thanks Betty Crocker for the great cake recipe!)
Such enthusiasm!
Black frosting...mmmm.
Such enthusiasm!
Black frosting...mmmm.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
New Portraits
Last Saturday I spent the day with Brett's family playing with my camera and my new lighting system. I realized too late that I need one more gadget to get both lights working, so we were using only one light. It made the photos a little dark, but it also kinda gave them an interesting contrast.
Anyway, there were some really great photos from our day. I'll post a couple of my favorites here, but if you'd like to see the rest, just go here.
Anyway, there were some really great photos from our day. I'll post a couple of my favorites here, but if you'd like to see the rest, just go here.
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Happy Birthday Aedan!!
Friday was Aedan's 2nd Birthday! We spent the day in Blackfoot, waiting for the boat motor to be delivered so it could be hauled to Idaho Falls. We ended up at Grandma and Grandpa McDermott's house, and since the boys wanted to play cards, Aedan's birthday got put on hold (Sssh. Don't tell, I'm assured he won't remember).
But, Grandma was sweet enough to get Aedan his very own birthday cake.
With mini cupcakes to match for everyone not having a birthday.
Everyone sang Happy Birthday to Aedan, and he thought it was great. He got so excited he even forgot about the cupcake...for a second.
Then we gave him his Thomas the Train cake, a fork, and let him go to the happy town of Sugar City.
Under normal circumstances, this wouldn't be a big deal...after all, it was his birthday, right? Unfortunately, this happy event of cake eating was occurring somewhere around 9:00 pm. hmmmm...oh well!
He did a fair amount of damage to that cute little cake.
Saturday we finally got to give him his presents. We sang to him again, and he was so excited.
Kylee's present came first. She chose a t-ball set for her gift to him.
They looked ridiculously cute when they got all bundled up (in winter coats, mind you) to go out in the rain and try out the t-ball. They just couldn't wait any longer.
And finally, Aedan's present from Mom and Dad. He was so excited, he couldn't stand it! Saturday night he woke up crying in the middle of the night, so I got him a sippy cup of milk. After he had his milk, he kept saying "bike, bike". I couldn't believe the kid wanted to ride his bike at oh-dark-thirty! Tomorrow, mini man, tomorrow.
But, Grandma was sweet enough to get Aedan his very own birthday cake.
With mini cupcakes to match for everyone not having a birthday.
Everyone sang Happy Birthday to Aedan, and he thought it was great. He got so excited he even forgot about the cupcake...for a second.
Then we gave him his Thomas the Train cake, a fork, and let him go to the happy town of Sugar City.
Under normal circumstances, this wouldn't be a big deal...after all, it was his birthday, right? Unfortunately, this happy event of cake eating was occurring somewhere around 9:00 pm. hmmmm...oh well!
He did a fair amount of damage to that cute little cake.
Saturday we finally got to give him his presents. We sang to him again, and he was so excited.
Kylee's present came first. She chose a t-ball set for her gift to him.
They looked ridiculously cute when they got all bundled up (in winter coats, mind you) to go out in the rain and try out the t-ball. They just couldn't wait any longer.
And finally, Aedan's present from Mom and Dad. He was so excited, he couldn't stand it! Saturday night he woke up crying in the middle of the night, so I got him a sippy cup of milk. After he had his milk, he kept saying "bike, bike". I couldn't believe the kid wanted to ride his bike at oh-dark-thirty! Tomorrow, mini man, tomorrow.
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