Two of my good buddies at work ~ Amy & Jodie.
We were enjoying a breakfast celebration for
Imaging Services Week.
We were enjoying a breakfast celebration for
Imaging Services Week.
Pesky Little Visitors
The other night, a Mama racoon and two of her babies wandered out in the back yard for a visit. After attacking the bird feeders hanging in the trees, they walked around the patio and lawn, probably searching for more goodies. Their eyes look really eerie in the night light!
Macabre Mansion
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While hubby and I were in Syracuse, we stopped by the "Macabre Mansion". It's at someone's house, and they've completely decked out their entire yard with awesome Halloween decor. They don't charge people to visit -- but they do accept donations for the Food Bank. Very cool.
These pictures show just a portion of their front yard.....this is only about 1/4 of their total display!
While hubby and I were in Syracuse, we stopped by the "Macabre Mansion". It's at someone's house, and they've completely decked out their entire yard with awesome Halloween decor. They don't charge people to visit -- but they do accept donations for the Food Bank. Very cool.
These pictures show just a portion of their front yard.....this is only about 1/4 of their total display!
Trip to Willey's
Last Saturday, Eric & I went to RC Willey's (furniture store) in Syracuse. It was such a gorgeous day! I took a few pics just to remember how nice this year's Indian summer has been.
Yay!!!
SAN DIEGO (AP)—Some things never change in San Diego, such as the great weather and LaDainian Tomlinson and the San Diego Chargers beating the hapless Oakland Raiders.
Tomlinson scored twice, the first in the wildcat, and the Chargers won 24-16 on Sunday, their 13th straight victory against the Raiders. It’s the longest active NFL winning streak by one team over another.
The Chargers (4-3) have swept the series for the sixth straight season. Many Chargers, including quarterback Philip Rivers, have never lost to the Raiders (2-6). It was San Diego’s seventh straight home win against the Raiders.
Charge!!
Unfortunately, today's game is not being broadcast in the Salt Lake market. I'm so bummed. The Arizona Cards game that Michelle & Matt are attending today is also not on tv here.
However, the Broncos and the Packers games were shown...oh, what a surprise!
Game Day Today!!
Matt & Michelle get to go to the Arizona Cardinals game today, and their seats are on Row 6! I'm so excited for them -- I hope we'll get to see them on tv!!!
Who knew they still existed??
We had a TV repairman come to our house yesterday. I thought they had gone the way of the dinosaur!! Turns out they're still roaming the earth after all. He was a nice guy, very professional, and really knew his stuff!
Our TV has been problem-free for 5 years, but now it has taken on a life of its own --- turning itself on and off randomly whenever it feels like it!!!
Our TV has been problem-free for 5 years, but now it has taken on a life of its own --- turning itself on and off randomly whenever it feels like it!!!
Raking leaves
Zack and Hailey came over last Sunday to help us rake all of the fallen leaves in our yard. They worked really hard (especially Zack - he was hoping for a big payout!) and we filled about a dozen big garbage bags. Even though it was a chore, we still had a good time. We took a turkey sandwich lunch break, and then went for a walk in the neighborhood. When we got back, we played Uno & some other games for a while, had some yummy pizza for dinner and then called it a night!
It's a Marilyn Monroe witch!
This is Seanee's pumpkin. She carved a Marilyn Monroe witch! It's such a cool idea, and it turned out so fantastic!!!
Fishing Day in Logan Canyon
Sunday, September 20, 2009
A picnic and fishing on the Logan River with Brian, Chantell, Tony, Zack and Hailey. It was a beautiful, sunny Sunday and we all had a great time.....even though no fish were caught!
A picnic and fishing on the Logan River with Brian, Chantell, Tony, Zack and Hailey. It was a beautiful, sunny Sunday and we all had a great time.....even though no fish were caught!
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Vampire Martini
Halloween Recipe for Vampire Martini
Everyone loves a martini (especially one that includes champagne!) and vampires are so hot right now that we wanted to combine the two in one delicious vampire martini recipe.
One of the more popular Halloween martinis, here's what you'll need for the Vampire Kiss Martini:
1 part Champagne
1 part vodka, chilled
1 part Chambord
1 part vodka, chilled
1 part Chambord
Put wax teeth in the martini glass. Pour in the vodka, top it with champagne, then pour a little of the Chambord over the back of a spoon to make it float. Garnish the rim with candy corn or blood orange slices for a creepy Halloween effect.
Follow these instructions to create the blood red effect on the martini glass!
Enjoy Planning.
Penelope
Penelope
The Fall-tini
This is a hot new drink for warming up on cold wintry nights. Sounds like something I'd enjoy much better than hot apple cider in front of the fireplace! How can you go wrong with pomegranate & pineapple?? Yum.
This is the link:
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This is the link:
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Link to Baroque Obama
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Rachel Maddow posted this link to a little mixology class...
Rachel Maddow posted this link to a little mixology class...
Getting ready for Halloween...
Yay, Halloween is on a Saturday this year! I'm happy for all of the mamas out there who won't have to be rushing around getting costumes ready on a school day. I hope it won't be too cold for the cute little trick-or-treaters ~ if they have to wear coats, we can't see their costumes!!
SICK, but no SWINE
The bad news is that hubby and I have been sick all week with the flu.
The good news is that it's not the H1N1 virus!
The good news is that it's not the H1N1 virus!
Michelle Williams Interiors
Wow, this woman is an inspiration to me. She was very brave to switch careers. This is her website: Michelle Williams Interiors
How to cozy up your home for FALL ~
This is a post that was featured on decor8blog.com that I liked. This is the link:
Fall: How To Cozy Up Your Home
Fall: How To Cozy Up Your Home
Salon Tantrum
This is the salon where I get my hair done - Salon Tantrum. Coincidentally, the name of the girl who cuts my hair is Janelle! We even spell it the same way.....what are the odds?
It's a very cool salon, and it's only 3 miles from home!!
Beatles in SD ~ 44 years ago!
Well, I can't honestly say that it "feels like only yesterday" but it sure doesn't seem like 44 years ago either! But 44 years ago today, my Dad braved the crowds of screeching young girls at the old Balboa Stadium by taking me and my two sisters, Jere & Jeannine along with our next-door neigbor, Evelyn, to see The Beatles.....LIVE, in concert, in person. We were excited beyond belief!!!
The entire concert lasted only 30 minutes (for Dad, hardly even worth the drive down there & the parking nightmare) and the price of a general admission ticket was just $3.50 - what a bargain! My, how times have changed.
We were all on Cloud 9 that night, even though we weren't able to hear ANY of the singing! The high-pitched screams of thousands of young girls entirely drowned out all of the music, but that didn't really matter. All we cared about was actually seeing John, Paul, George & Ringo in person! We were so lucky to have had this incredible experience at that time of our lives, and we'll never forget it.
Tonight a San Diego radio station played an original recording of that concert. It was great! It was so neat to be able to listen to it, and to re-live the memories of that night.
This is the news release for the event: The Walrus Celebrates The Beatles in San Diego Tomorrow at 5 p.m.! Forty four years ago, on August 28th, 1965, The Beatles visited Balboa Stadium for their only San Diego Concert. Thousands of San Diegans were there, and tomorrow, 105.7 The Walrus will relive the moment. "Mason in The Morning" and Frank Anthony will present a "live" Beatles Concert at 5 p.m. with a "live" broadcast from the stadium backstage. The concert features John, Paul, George and Ringo at the height of "Beatlemania" in The United States with songs like "She Loves You", "I Want To Hold Your Hand", "Help" and a dozen more. It will be presented on The Walrus commercial free. Make sure your dial is tuned to 105.7 The Walrus at 5 tomorrow afternoon. Can't get to a radio? You can always listen online at walrusfm.com.
2 favs...Diana & Barbra
This is an article about a new Streisand album coming out in September featuring Diana Krall (love her!!) and produced by Diana.
I can hardly wait - two of my all-time favorite female artists together!
Jazz Station - Arnaldo DeSouteiro's Blog: Krall & Streisand: "Love Is the Answer"
Remembering Dear-Ole-Dad!
Today, August 15th, marks the 9 year anniversary of my Dad's passing. In some ways, it seems like forever ago since we've been able to see and talk to him. But then most of the time, it seems like only yesterday.
No matter how much time goes by, the loss of a parent leaves a hole in your heart that can never be filled in the same way again. You don't really ever get over it, but you accept it as part of the life process, and then life goes on. How would we ever experience the joy if we didn't ever experience sorrow and grief along the way?
I'll never stop missing and will always remember.....his big, friendly smile; his welcoming arms; his hearty laugh; his generous spirit; his integrity; his strong hands; watching him make his Famous Sour Cream Pancakes with such finesse; the joy, pride and love he felt for his grandchildren; his intelligence; his never-ending patience; his charming ability to talk to anybody about anything; his enduring faith; his love of a great party with lots of family, friends, and good food; his sense of adventure in trying new things; the good times at the beach at La Salina; he and Mom's many trips to Utah to visit us as Melissa, Brian & Michelle were growing up; his lifelong support of Jere, Nini, Joni and I; his devotion and love for Grandma & Grandpa; his unconditional love of everyone in our entire extended family. The singular thing I miss the most, is the feel of a big bear hug from him. It's also the thing I most look forward to...
Here's a picture of Eric & I on a gondola ride in Venice, Italy. Below that is a photo of Dad, also on a Venetian gondola ride! (About 18 years earlier)
Ti amo per sempre, Dad!!!
Corbin's Tasting
Last week I won a little contest that Corbin's Grille ran on Facebook. Since it's one of my favorite restaurants here in Layton, I was pretty excited about it. I got to go to a private food tasting -- it was really a fun experience!
This is a copy of the FB posts with the owner, Jake Garn.
Corbin's Grille
Thank you so much for all the fabulous compliments. Out of all the responses I randomly selected four individuals to join us on Friday to taste and critique some new dishes for our new lunch menu!
The winners are Janelle Carlson, Kelly Burrett, Marilyn Holje, and Daneka Sorensen Ewert (check your messages)!
Thanks so much and keep an eye on our Facebook page for the next tasting invite!
Janelle Carlson This is great!! (I usually never win anything!) I'll post a review after the tasting this afternoon.
Janelle Carlson Everything we sampled was delicious, but my favorites were the Strawberry Fields Salad (would also be so good with salmon) and the grilled chicken/green chile sandwich. Yumm-O! It was really interesting to see what goes into deciding which dishes to offer on the menu. Thanks again, Jake & Co! August 9 at 9:54am · Comment · Jake Garn likes this. Corbin's Grille Thanks Janelle, it was great having you over and very nice to meet you! :-)
Two Weddings and a Funeral
There were milestone events for four of my dear friends this past weekend.
Jodie's daughter, Mallorey, got married.
(Anita, me, Jodie)
Anita's daughter, Erica, got married to Melanie's son, David.
(Melanie)
There was a beautiful funeral for Elaine's wonderful husband, Paul.
(Nancy, me, Elaine, Connie T, Colleen, Jodie)
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