Udderly Me

Meet Ray

2011-04-08T22:54:00.003-06:00

See the teeth...

Now you don't!

Justin made a super hilarious observation today. Kyle's teeth look like the endearing Raymond's!

Too stinking funny if you ask me. Especially when the other front one falls out in a week or so :)

Oh and I just can't seem to remember that I am the tooth fairy, and that she is me and I am her....

Sweet baby cakes

2011-04-08T21:04:00.000-06:00

Sweet Baby Cakes is a GIRL...the ultrasound tech says that 3 lines is a definite girl!

Needless to say - but I will...I am right (4 for 4) and it is a good thing because every single one of us knew it was a girl, I don't think I would've convinced Sydney other wise.

Her middle name is going to be Josephine after my Grandmother Helen (who will be celebrating her 100th just before the birth of this little peanut) If I ever live 100 years, I gosh darn better be getting a name sake.

Just sayin'!

Shout Hurray!

2011-03-26T21:07:00.051-06:00

Kade had a birthday SHOUT HURRAY!

1 year has flown by...

For Kade's birthday we happened to be at our Friends cabin, so we kept it a pretty low key event

but of course we celebrated with a little bit of cake and 1 candle!

Here are some Kade facts:

He is one easy baby
His eyes are amazing
Not crawling
Scoots - it's a Zufelt thing
Walks from items to item - I call it scaling
He is a TANK
Quick to giggle
Throws his food when not interested
5 1/2 teeth chew his food

noodle head preschool

2011-03-20T22:34:00.001-06:00

Although I may have been absent from blogging,

I have not been absent from school!

Sydney and I take part in a neighborhood preschool. Every 5th week I teach.

I found this great and simple idea from my friends blog Cheep Cheep Chickadee.

I decided to give it go and it was really fun!

Here are some tips you need to know:

Do ahead of time. The pasta drying time is longer than the children s desire to wait.
Use regular food coloring - Not gel food coloring ( the gel works but not well. The drying time is MUCH longer and it was really hard to spread around and in cracks of pasta).
Not much alcohol is needed. Just about a cap full per baggie.
Use sandwich baggies. The clean up is a snap.
Use Elmer's glue and spread with foam brush. Great idea from Cheep Cheep. It really was the only way with these little of ones.

{Syd and Hunter talk about getting married in the Temple all the time...}

Then in keeping with the theme of all things colorful and messy we made rainbow pudding cups.

I let them decide which order they wanted their colors layered and they had a yummy treat.

I made regular vanilla pudding and divided into several bowls. Then let them help add the drops of coloring and stir. But the green pudding is pistachio pudding (for me) to add some extra flavor.

Surprise - no really

2011-01-07T20:30:00.001-07:00

The week of Christmas was a crazy one..Tuesday morning was a shocker to say the least. Before there were two drops - the stick was showing double lines. Needless to say I had a frantic call to Doctor G. "I just tested positive for pregnancy and I have an IUD - and I already have a baby!!!" I wish so bad that I had a picture of the first ultrasound from that morning. Sure enough there was the IUD right in proper place and there (touching) right beside was a little baby. Meant to be...

So here comes sleeping on the couch all day,
So here comes night sickness,
So here come doctor visits,
So here comes a little girl????????

The baby will come mid August, and yes there will only be 17 months between kade and baby # 4!
Bring it on...

BIg happenings - small surprises

2010-12-31T22:36:00.000-07:00

I have been away most this month because Christmas has became a TON of work. I am clearly going to have to start earlier next year...like January or something! We had a fairly horrible Christmas (who can say that!!) The week prior Kyle was VERY sick with strep throat and then the week of Christmas our family had the stomach flu, which was lovely because Kyle and Justin were on their puky death beds Christmas Eve.

However some exciting things have happened. Justin purchased a Nikon Camera for us and it will arrive on monday, and there is one other small surprise... but that will have to wait until I get my camera! BUT your gonna die...... or at least I did!

Nursing covers at Ebay and free movie tickets

2010-12-05T23:13:00.002-07:00

Hey ya'll just wanted to say that I have joined the Ebay family and am now selling Udderly Me there, as well as my own site. Many thanks go to J Dawg - really he is the one that did all the work {considering I am not so smart with technical things ie my blog posts that I just can't figure out how for them not to be wonky!} Any ways please go check me out!

Free movie tickets have you heard????

General Mills is having a deal. When you buy two boxes of cereal you get a free movie ticket - I know!!!!!

We were in Walmart yesterday and I saw the deal. I purchased 2 (of course), entered in my code today and it really worked. I am now holding my very own free movie ticket for Cinema 8. And I'm going to sure as heck go buy more because it's a really good deal and this time I am hoping to use coupons in addition!!!

By the way have you seen Tangled? Soooo cute, but I'm sure you have all seen it...

Best crafty gifts I've seen

2010-12-03T00:03:00.001-07:00

Here are my fav crafty gifts. And thrifty too!

1. Juice top ornament. The crafty chicks dot com

2. Picture holder. Shanty 2 Chic

3. Notes plate. House of Smith's {of course!}

modest fashions

2010-12-02T21:37:00.001-07:00

Really who doesn't love fashion? I found this blog linked to vintage revivals {yes - I squandered my time today blog hopping}. This clothed chick is amazing. I guess I like her because she reminds me of my super cute and stylish sister-in-law. What is it with Asians...they are so fashionable! So check this blog out. It really makes me want to go into my closet and put outfits together and not wear my hubby's pj bottoms all day. Just a thought!

Seriously go look around her blog she is inspiring!

O Christmas Tree

2010-12-01T22:25:00.000-07:00

Every year we get our {tree} from the exact same area. It is a super hard to find location and we love it! Well this year has been a year of tradition breaking. Example - we didn't go to the pumpkin patch to pick pumpkins (we went to smith's instead), we didn't carve them (we ran out of time), we didn't shoot them at the shooting range on our way to get our tree (we were running out of daylight), and the spot where we normally get our tree was far to snowy and there was no way we were making it up the road. So we backed down the super snowy road, then Justin and Kyle scaled the mountain side and found the perfect tree! Justin is pro tree picker now. He wouldn't dare come back with anything less than perfect. Boy is he trained!

Sydney and Kade opted out for warmth, Christmas music and snacks!

I don't even freak out any more that Justin saw's our tree in the living room {on the carpet} Married life has taught me that he measures once and cuts at least 5 times! The last two always in the house!!!!!

I love big chunky decortations

My tree topper in this pic looks like the Grinch's hair. You know - Jim Carey!

I signed up for a table decoration for our Relief Society Christmas dinner. This is my super quick practice rendition. I love how chargers at so much to a table setting. I bought these from Walmart last year on clearance they are great to spray paint for every season ie black or orange for Halloween and then red again for Christmas. You get the jest... I scaled the mountain side for the sticks and the white curly's are from Krumpets. I wish I would have taken pics with the final setting at the actual event. But really this is how I roll! O well.

Lookie Lookie

2010-10-21T22:43:00.000-06:00

Look what I have in my garage!

We have a winner

2010-10-17T21:59:00.001-06:00

Winner Winner Chicken Dinner!

And the winner is...

Kellie @ The Yeates Family!!!

Congratulations!

Okay... so the winning comment that Kellie left was actually what nursing cover style she preferred... but I HAVE to share her embarrassing nursing story... because it was SO funny!

We were waiting to board an airplane. My husband went to go check to see if we could preboard yet. I had my three kids, a 4 year old, a 2 year old and a newborn (all boys). My baby needed to nurse so I thought I was being sneaky, found a place I could sit on the floor and lean up against the wall next to the play area, and keep an eye on both of my boys, while nursing. Until, as I was finishing I realized that I was leaning back against a glass partition that was two stories over the escalators going up to all the flight gates. I was flashing every passenger who came up that escalator for at least 20 minutes!

Thank you House of Smith's for such a fun time. I can't wait to get Kellie her nursing cover!!

Musical everything

2010-10-13T23:41:00.000-06:00

My dad is staying with us for several days so we are all playing musical beds. My dad is in the kids' room, kids are in my room, I am on the couch, and Justin works all night. Do you envy us right now????? Must be the theme in our house right now - musical everything! Which by the way, I must have burned my self out with our house redo. I am so close to being done, but I can't muster the energy to bring our the paint roller again. I do have hooks on the board and batten and I love it!

Warm reception

2010-10-13T21:54:00.001-06:00

I am so thrilled by the warm reception from everybody over at House of Smith's, what a way to spread the word. The last several days have been so rewarding, and has provided some very funny reading! If you have several minutes to kill, go read all 100+ comments from my new friends. Some comments are stinking hilarious, it warms my heart to know I am not the only one who has "nursing stories."

Thank you for all your kind comments!

P.S. to all of you "new" followers, my blog is under construction! I can't wait to soon have a sweet blog home to live in. Stay posted, this were I will have my updates and other important info for nursing covers and other products in the works. Thanks!

House of Smith's give-a-way

2010-10-11T08:59:00.002-06:00

After the birth of my third baby, in late March, I was sitting on the grass at the park letting the other kiddies play, and baby {K} needed to nurse. I pulled out my old nursing cover and realized that my whole back side was hanging out, so I put the car seat behind me, which really didn't solve the problem because my sides were hanging out--I know you are laughing because you've been there before! The sad part is that all of my other mommy friends were having the same problem; we weren't able to nurse comfortably. They say necessity is the mother of invention..Well, this mom had a necessity, which no other nursing cover was filling! Udderly Me covers are NOT your average nursing covers. These are made for the real mom who has a back, two sides, and who is not always nursing in a chair.

Udderly Me covers are great for many reasons:

Chic, high-end design choices, made for the stylish mom.
Provides "all-around" modesty.
Versatility. The front cover can be worn alone, and the back covers can snap on and off easily as needed. .
Adjustable length Velcro tabs attach on either side to keep cover in place on windy days or when baby decides to kick. Tabs can quickly be tucked away when not needed with a snap!
Boning allows mom to see baby at a glance.
Arms are able to move in-and-out of cover with ease.

Your "all-around" best nursing solution!

GIVE AWAY:

any cover of choice, it also will come with a flower embellishment!

here is what you have to do

1.Go check out www.udderlyme.com

leave a comment on house of Smiths about any funny mommy moment you might have had or seen on the subject of nursing and/or give me the name of your favorite nursing cover from Udderly Me.

2. Become a follower of Udderly Me blog.

Make sure to leave a comment in addition if you become a follower.

fall fever redo - middle and afters

2010-10-06T23:51:00.001-06:00

I have a bad case of ~~spring~~ fall fever. Several days ago, Justin was in a particularly strange mood. The kind where he doesn't mind moving furniture... Well, I jumped on made the most of the situation and I'm guessing that he is regretting his every move {no pun intended}! It really all started when I found my killer table while at a yard sale, and another more resent find - a massive mirror for $10. I refinished both and I LOVE them. So we have been trying to find the right placement for our front room for almost four years now, but because of several design dilemmas (I'll post later about) we never figured we could move the furniture where we really wanted. Well, we did it finally - and we love it. The room flows much nicer than before.. Funny how furniture placement can set the tone for the room/whole house!

But....{in my world}
Once your move the armoire, then you have to move the picture, once you move the piano you have to move the little red dresser, then you have to move the couch, then you have to move the entry table, then you have to get rid of the green wall that you used to love but have been wanting to change for a LONG time, then you have to paint the entry because you are sick of the f aux wall treatment and that means this...

Blue paint and Board and Batten!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Which looks like this...
Side note: I am terrible at taking before and afters. I always get into a project and then remember - oh ya! Since the title: "middle afters!" And my camera doesn't take great pics....maybe for my b-day. hint hint

Mirror - $10 Mapleton yard sale {That town has the best yard sales btw}The frame was an ugly old wood color nothing special.

All painted and glazed. Waiting to be reunited with mirror!

Kind of regretting color choice at this point. But I can't tell "J Dawg" that.. He'll freak. I have to stick with blue and make it work. I am sure it will great?!? My whole idea was to lighten and brighten???

Once again middle after... The entry used to have a black entry table, lamp, and other what not that used to blow off {literally- since I live in the windiest city of all Christendom} Not any more - say hello board and batten!

FYI: over at House of Smith's. Shelley has an awesome tutorial for board and batten.

Can't wait to show you how it going to look - Hello Gorgeous!

The hallway was lined with pics, but those are now going on the blue wall...

And these are now not over the piano, but are hangin' out in the hall way

" The table" with lame fall decor- I am making a trip to Ikea this weekend so I can jazz this baby up
Look at those sexy legs- so curvy!

And now you must wait for the final reveal. Poor "J dawg" is working his fingers to bones!

FYI: In the mood to paint??? These guys have several coupons out on Grocery Smarts right now.

The great reveal

2010-10-03T23:47:00.000-06:00

What a ride this has been! I have not been this busy, happy, and crazy ever all at the same time... Udderly Me is nearing the finish line. I want to take a minute and pretend this is an awards show {you know like the Grammy's or CMA's}.

I want to first thank Justin, my best friend, obviously I could not have done this without you... I would not need a nursing cover if not for you{!}, Thank you for your support mentally and financially. Thank you for saying "yes" to my crazy antics and playing along. Thank you for not caring when the house is/was messy. I love you.

Thank you friends/family. You know who you are. Thank you for letting me pick your brains, call you a million times, and for your listening ear. Thank you for giving honest criticism and ideas. Thank you for having babies so that I am not alone.

Thank you models. Thank you for willingness to share your beauty and time. I appreciate that you would put on these covers and act like you feel so glam. I am so grateful to have such gorgeous nice friends - you all were wonderful!

Thank you web designer Devon. Mr. Devon is fantastically talented. I first came to him with just an idea. He took my idea and turned it into a functioning company. Thank you for countless hrs, and thanks to your wife who helped carry my covers during photo shoots while 9 months prego!

And the award goes to.....................
My kids. The reason I need to cover my back!

If you have not done so already, please go check out

Red Rock Relay Review

2010-10-03T00:18:00.003-06:00

I never did post about our Red Rock Relay in Aug. Better late than never! What a blast. 181.5 in less than 30 hrs with 12 friends - what could be better than that? The above pic is Justin taking off for his first run -The Diablo Destroyer!

This pic is me taking off for my first run. Didn't know it was going to be Diablo #2...just sayin {although I can't complain, because I ran the least of all} It really was a great run, I love the smell of two rotting carcasses infested with flies. But it gets better...

This pic is of me at the end of my first run... I was passed by several people. NOT HER THOUGH!! I threw out my elbows and sprinted. Really I sprinted and Kicked her trash :) {side note: she probably started 10 min after me and stilled gained all that distance, and later that day, I saw her in the bathroom @ SUU - I hid behind a wall so that she couldn't come kill me. Just sayin...

Umm. Ummm. you didn't smell after this run at all!

Proud team member of Frank the Tank - never heard so many bowel movement stories in my whole life.

The Fit the Fat the Elderly

Busy Body

2010-09-05T00:17:00.000-06:00

I have been ultra busy sewing, running and otherwhat not...This week for me is do or die. Why? I'll show you

My wonderful web designer needs these bolts to be something so that he can show pictures of the actual covers on the website...which is looking fantastically fabulous. Have you seen my logo he designed. SMILE - SMILE - SMILE. It is so how I feel when nursing - he nailed it!

Next on my list for the week is to {start training} for the RED ROCK RELAY that I will running this friday! You read it, I'm now training -better late then never I say. 181.5 miles/12 person team...I'm the weakest link and I am going to die. You are all invited to my funeral {all 5 of you who read this}! Should be fun though..

And among other things I need to clean my house, laundry, primary program, pick and can peaches, run, run, go see a cool magician that {Mr. K} is excited about from Kindergarten, run, and the list goes on!

And for some randomness, this is a picture of friends. These kids have known each other since in the belly. They are all weeks apart. Fun eh? Mine are far left.

Restoring honor in DC

2010-08-31T23:04:00.001-06:00

This past week we went on vacation to Washington D.C. for Justin's b-day! If you don't know - Justin loves Glen Beck, and when we heard there was a rally in D.C. I knew he had to go. Thanks to Justin's parents who so kindly bought our plane tickets and accompanied us, we had a blast. There were way more than a half-million people there. It was incredible! We happened to stay in a super sweet hotel not to far from the White House and all other major memorials including Jefferson and Lincoln. The day before the rally we went to check out Lincoln memorial where the event was being held and we happened to be right there crossing paths with Glen and his aunt-rouge . Justin's dad got to shake his had. We were super jealous.


Justin helping {k} cool off. He loves this picture because it looks like he is peeing. Such a guy thing, such a dad!

There were Sooooo many people there, everyone so kind and nice.

Happy Birthday Justin! You are so loved....

Emergency Tooth Fairy needs help

2010-08-23T00:47:00.001-06:00

EMERGENCY

That is what Justin saw in his txt from me this morning at O a 6:30am (He is working graves and should have been home at 6). Kyle came in my bed room and was super sad. "Mom, something really bad happened. Pause. The tooth fairy didn't come and my tooth is still under my pillow." mom (in my head): AHHH CRAP! So I had him climb in my bed and convinced him that it is technically night time, and that he/she is still probably making the rounds. I turned my phone on silent and quickly txt'd Justin the above message. Luckily Kade was in bed with me and was fusing, so I told Kyle I would be back, I was going to put Kade back to bed - right! So then I frantically try to hide the tooth (it was in a baggy so tooth fairy could find it.-don't you find that funny) and then tried find a dollar. Couldn't find one, so I stole a dollar out of Kyle's own piggy bank. Now how bad of a mom am I? Really. I went back into bed, then seconds later Justin comes haulin' in the door trying to find money. We are a joke... Heaven help me on the next 14 teeth or however many there are!

Blueberry cake bars

2010-08-18T22:01:00.002-06:00

Blueberry Cake Bars
1 package yellow cake mix
2 sticks of butter, melted
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 cups of fresh blueberries
1/2 cup sugar

Place first 6 ingredients in bowl and mix thoroughly. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of this mixture for the topping and set aside. Pour remaining batter into a greased 9x13 pan. Press into bottom of pan. Place blueberries and sugar in bowl to combine. Pour onto the crust. Scatter pieces of reserved crust mixture over top. Bake at 350 until light brown about 40-45 minutes. Cool on wire rack.

I found this recipe on Little Birdie Secrets, it looked so yummy. Luckily for me, I still have blueberries from bountiful baskets, so I decided to give it a try. Definitely recommend it, however I used a pineapple cake mix instead and boy was it sweet. Next time I'll just stick with recipe!

Nursing hats

2010-08-16T22:53:00.000-06:00

Tonight I was searching the internet for nursing covers - making sure my idea is still on fore front! This is what I found. Sure by me posting this I moving them up in the Google world, but really you have see this nursing hat!

Why didn't I think of that?

Swatches

2010-08-16T00:32:00.001-06:00

I have been super busy lately. I am now an official business owner, known by our dear government federal and state alike. Now that I have a tax ID # I get to order fabric at whole sale! YIPEEE. My favorite designer is Heather Bailey I will be doing a post on her down the road. Any how, I love her bright patterns and I will mainly be choosing her fabric for my covers. Do you like?


	Crazy swatches can't get them to move where I want them .ugh.

Ain't nothin' but a hound dog

2010-08-15T23:20:00.002-06:00

SOLD!

Guess what the wind blew in and the wife blew out? Ranger - our new hound dog as of Wednesday night. Guess who we sold tonight (Sunday)? Ranger! Justin did it again... Last summer Justin got "Buddy" Satan's span. After several months of large stinky poop, our yard almost in ruin (the list goes on) we got rid of him. This summer we he went for a cute cuddly puppy. I must admit he was super cute and fun. Until night time and then the switch flipped. This little yaper yaps all night. I'm not kidding- I have eye bags to prove it. We researched teaching dogs not bark. It suggested spraying the face with water. So at 2 in the morning I finally grabbed a cup and was throwing water on it, but then it started drinking it... not my initial intention! This morning Ranger found himself on KSL and who can resist. Sleep tight ______. Hope you are glad you bought him come morning. I know I will sleep tight - Sucker!
(Side note: I have a commitment from J-dawg that we are not ever going to have another dog while we are in this house. You are my witness blogger.)

In honor of Ranger

Baby Booties and baby

2010-08-12T12:19:00.000-06:00

These soft baby booties are my so cute. My friend Caitlin is making these soft little shoes for our munchkins. So cute!

And the winner is....

2010-08-11T21:36:00.002-06:00

Today was a great day at the park. It should be, after all that is where this whole idea started in the first place. Fitting really. I have some fantastic friends who gave some great advice and ideas! So tomorrow I am getting a business license and the name on the license will be Udderly Me. I like it, I do. It's deep, don't think about to much though...your head might hurt like mine. I have been thinking so much about this business venture that I need a break for tonight. Justin rented a movie from net flix and won't tell me what it is. A Surprise!!! There are so little surprises in our life anymore that I haven't even tried to peek. He's at Walmart right now and I could be peeking but I won't.

There are several things that I need to tell you! Tomorrow I will do so. One thing is little and the others are even smaller. (Think Size)...

What's in a name?

2010-08-09T22:14:00.003-06:00

OK, here it goes. I love the name Udderly Fat, but I have had some good critical advice from some gals who know what they are talking about. I am worried that the term "fat" could be taken offensively and that is never my intention. It was suggested that Udderly Covered would be a great name, however there is of course already "udder covers" (Lame get your own material!) so obviously I cannot use that. So now I am conducting a focus group. Want to help? Great! Please vote and I would love to hear your comments-opinions. I will not be offended, I want real opinions!

Thanks!
Love,
No name.

Udderly Fat Covers Debut

2010-08-05T19:01:00.002-06:00

Udderly Fat Covers are here! This is the one I have finally made for myself.

I love these covers for several reasons are here's why:

Regular nursing cover in front with boning and adjustable strap around neck (however this is where it gets good...)

When needing the back cover it quickly snaps on each shoulder. These snaps hold the back cover in place.
Ribbon ties on each side keeps the cover closed but still allowing arms to move freely in and out. I also love the ties because they safe-guard me from gusty winds that tend to come whenever I decide to nurse!
Keeps me comfortable at the pool, park, lake..etc - I promise you won't want to leave the house without it!

{Side note: Better pictures, info and ordering info soon to come.}

What will the neighbors think: Table edition?

2010-08-04T23:33:00.000-06:00

So this is the yard sale find from Saturday. Props must go out to my mini-van who hauled this thing home with two suitcases, four people and loads of other crap. Isn't she great! I can't wait to get my hands on her...

and check this out...

20$ now that is a steal! Yard Sale advice: always offer lower. My cheap-skate brother-in-law says offer half the price. I'm a chicken and tend to not shoot that low, but really what are they going to do - shoot you? It's worth the shot (no pun intended) and he usually is never told no. Go early- really early. The early bird gets the worm. Make it a game with kids and give them a couple quarters to shop with. My kids think it's fun to spot the signs and pretend we are treasure hunting! (but really I am teaching them to be thrifty and slightly ghetto. Shhh!) Last but not least, when you find yourself in a large town (other than the one I live in) on a Saturday morning- go shop. It really is fun!

What will the neighbors think?

2010-08-04T23:05:00.001-06:00

Welcome to my first post of what will the neighbors think! Let me explain how this came about... I like projects, there I said it. Over the years (since we bought this house) when "doing" my projects they usually tend to done in my garage or front yard. We (hubby and I) have done a million things - some day maybe I will show you (if you're bored enough). But this most recent redo is what I attribute this title to. These bad boys! The rocking chairs were given to us by some some good ol' neighbor friends who where moving. The chairs were white and in poor condition from the weather. Instead of going the predictable route of painting them black I wanted some punch. Can anybody say School bus yellow! Bauhaus Gold looks pretty right - nice and sunny. Ah ya the chairs looked liked - well ugly.

No one neighbor said they were cute. Only "fun" which means UGLY. And I hated them, embarrassed was I, but I had to let the neighbors think I had lost it. So there they sat for several days until my pride got the better of me and I repainted them Peekaboo Blue by Krylon. My neighbor whose name starts with a "J" said she hated them and wanted me to remember the name of the paint so that I would never buy that color again. NICE. ( I guess she has some say since she had to see them whenever she opened her blinds.) There you have it and there they sit. Not predictable, but fresh. Fresh I like!

In the mean time

2010-08-01T23:28:00.000-06:00

So while I am "working" I thought I would give you some food for thought. I have a friend that has started this blog which has become quite successful. Her latest post is about wall stenciling. I like it. I think I must do it in my kitchen. What do you think? Also I am going to create a section of this blog titled "what will the neighbors think?" It has everything to do with my yard sale find yesterday. Did you know that St. George is a must if you want a successful yard sale session. It just is.

Still Working

2010-08-01T23:14:00.000-06:00

Still working on my new creations... Are you wondering what they could be? My cute sis-in-law will appreciate this teaser..."I've got your back"! I have been sewing like crazy and been shopping for super steals. Tomorrow I am going to reveal my latest yard sale find - can't wait. In the mean time the TOOTH FAIRY has been to our house, last night infact. Am I getting old? Justin says "yes." Hum, to bad his birthday is 29 days away -he he he!

William Kade Zufelt

2010-07-24T07:47:00.011-06:00

Little Kade is the best little sugar muffin ever. So tiny, so sweet. He makes my heart melt. Kade is completely different than Kyle as a baby. Kade is only now looking a little like him. (for a while I thought he was Winder Dairy man's baby!) Kade is so small and mellow. Kyle was large- very chunky and was always sick with ear infections. Kade however is hardly growing, at least not in weight, but height - wow! He is long and skinny, has big blue eyes, long eye lashes, and is super calm and smiley. The kids love him... he is the perfect addition to our family!
( Above: Sharina Shack photography- my neighbor is new on the scene, cute pic eh! Kade @ 3 1/2 mo. old)

( Emily Whitney photography Kade @ 2 weeks)

Under construction

2010-07-20T23:18:00.005-06:00

Long time no see! I am changing this blog top to bottom. Exciting things are in store. Check back for more. (like maybe a post!!!)

2010-07-20T23:18:00.001-06:00

The Heavens Opened

2009-11-29T20:30:00.004-07:00

"The heavens opened, and God said 'I hate you Alfalfa'." That's how I feel. I have been hit with the ugly stick... Sydney threw a sippi cup at my eye. I have a small bump, but really it's my acne break out and infantigo infection on my lower chin/lip that really make me wonder how Justin can stand to come home at night. To bad I don't have a camera, then you could all gawk in horror with me!

Shocker

2009-11-06T20:33:00.005-07:00

I had to completely change my whole blog, so that you would notice this momentous occasion!
There a million reasons for my lack of blogging. I will give you a few reasons/excuses...

5. I still do not have a camera.
4. TV requires much less thought.
3. I have been running like chicken with head cut off.
2. I am sooooo freaking tired all the time.
drum roll...... although most of you already know.....
1. I am just shy of 19 weeks With child!

I am trying to decide whether of not I should catch you up on my years worth of happening or just let it all slide. I guess I will give you the "highlights" like a sports cast.

Kyle played Soccer this fall, he was really good when he'd hustle and we learned that he absolutely loves to play.
I flew to Cleveland to take care of my dad after his heart surgery took a turn for the worse, however he is doing remarkably well after all. He "lived" in the hospital for over a month - he was scheduled for one week - originally.
Sydney is a riot. In every sense of the word. She is hilarious, she can be sweet, but mostly she is like living amidst a war zone. You really never know what your going to get!
Justin had a birthday in Aug. and is 27, and in Oct. I became a whopin' 26. Really I want to gag when I think about it, I really cannot believe... However, I had a rockin' B-day.
Justin is really busy. He works up on the mountain in the morning, attends school, and of course works his regular police hours. Ya, real fun!
As for me, I am pregnant.... With a BOY. Super excited. Need name suggestions badly. We know this much of his name _____ William Zufelt. The last part is easy -really a no brainer!
You may or may not know/remember, but when Sydney was in the womb she had a cyst on both sides of her brain. It took us by total surprise, and of course where super worried. Fortunately they dissolved before she was born. We had our ultrasound on Monday, and after being under the scope for a while, Justin mentioned that this baby had a cyst on his brain. Both the ultrasound tech and I looked at him shocked. Justin had remembered what it looked like with Sydney... needless to say the tech was shocked that he picked up on it, I was shocked because, well because! Long story short we will probably have several more ultrasounds to make sure everything is ok, but the odds are for sure in our favor.
We changed out our front door, and boy has it transformed our house. When all the finish work is complete, I will "borrow" a camera and tell you more about it. Super duper excited!

Well it feels as though I have written a Christmas letter... all I can say now is "Jess get off my back!"

Ok, Ok....

2009-07-04T23:24:00.005-06:00

Here I am guilt ridden. So now I blog. Pics will just have to come later! We left off with Syd's unblogged b-day. Not so soon after...

Justin a bought a truck - he has been salivating over having a truck since that last one he sold, so that I could have a mini-van. Then....
We completely finished our yard, cement, rock and all! Love it! Then...
Justin bought a tent-trailer - Which we have taken camping twice thus far, and have loved it. Camping is whole new experience now. Then...
(Leilani in a moment of weakness) Justin got a dog....
Then I am a pissed off wife all the time.
Now our yard is trashed, and there is crap the size of Jupiter all over the grass (or what is left of it.)
Another time filler for us would be that Justin and I have decided to be foster parents. We feel so strongly that there are children that need our concern and love. We have been attending classes all throughout June. Supposedly two nights a week from 5;30 - 9:30, but because of our crazy schedule anyways, we have half the classes to make up this month. Can't wait to complete the certification, and see what is in store.
In the mean time, our ward was split and also a whole new ward was created. The "Old Farm Ward". I am now in the new primary presidency, and the last two weeks of my life have been all "primary". It's all I(we) think about day and night. Organizing a primary from the ground up is no small task. Lots of fun, but tons of work.
In addition, some of you may or may not know, but we (justin and i - just thought i'd clarify) have been hoping for another Zufelt baby. We haven't been trying too long, but in our "zufelt" time - it has been forever. If this is to much info for you than quit reading and move to the next bullet! I am more regular than the sun, never-ever late, and take forever to read + on a test. I was almost two weeks late, and for sure prego with all of my text book prego symptoms. but no + on a test. We were super excited, but several days ago I started my period. All sorts of confused I called my doc, and he said it was miscarriage. I was so taken back, because we have never had any problems in area ever before. So back to trying we go. However, I feel so lucky (and blessed) to have never had problems up until # 3. Only time will tell!
Moving on - Justin is now on graves, and has for several weeks now been working on his days off up at Cedar Breaks for his internship. Needless to say we are super busy, and lately seem to all be super tired.
update: Dog for free! German Pointer- trained hunting dog. great with kids. Want him gone yesterday!
Oh ya, and last week Justin sold our couches on tradio (tradio junkie- he is). They sold way faster than he thought. We hadn't ordered or even looked at new couches, when he sold them. We have been sitting on the floor for one week. We have now ordered new couches through Justin's dad's company. Could be sitting on floor for months. Wanna come over and chill Asian style with us?

To lazy

2009-05-30T21:59:00.002-06:00

To lazy to blog, yep that's me! I have a million events that I need to blog about ie. Syd's birthday. My computer doesn't have a spot for a photo card, and I blame it on that... In the time I wrote this though, I could have booted up the lap top. Hum....

Coupon humor

2009-05-09T23:01:00.003-06:00

My latest obsession are coupons...It's all I do or think about. I have wanted to post a pic of my new pink binder, but thought that might be a little nerdy. My greatest excitement in life is Sunday morning when six news papers are at my door step, and Tuesday when the stores adds come out! I found this and thought it was all to true...

Open Letter To Husband's of "Couponers"This letter was given to me to submit by my dh:This is for husbands of women frequently referred to as “coupon ladies” or better yet this is for the husbands of women that have just discovered “couponing”. Here are some rules, hints, and suggestions:

1. “Couponers” have their own special communication/language that they use to communicate with each other. You will need to learn this language if you ever plan on having a conversation with your wife again. A small example of what your wife might say to you: “Honey, I went to Wags and BOGOed shaving cream which was a MM because it produced a RR. And then I went with my GC to Rite Aid and got the items that were FAR which turned into a MM as well. And then because I had some expiring ECBs went and got some of the MM items at CVS too. We really need to get some more ink for the computer so I can print more IPs.”I would translate that sentence but I got lost at the first BOGO.

2. Real men do indeed shave with pink razors if that is what was free or nearly free in the past few months. You will also find that your shaving cream now smells lightly floral and comes in light pink or green cans.

3. Your favorite foods will become a thing of the past as you learn to eat new and exotic foods. Some you will like. I never knew that ice cream from various manufacturers could taste so different, but I am willing to taste them. Some you won’t like. Kashi – it takes a special man to admit to liking twigs and sticks and this man does not.

4. Your soap now has green netting around the bar of soap so that it doesn’t slip out of your hand while showering or your body wash smells like cucumbers, coconut, melons, etc… I am not fond of the body wash that smells like a Moroccan massage parlor. When you are meeting up with your buds to work on a car you really do not want to smell like a Moroccan massage parlor. But you will learn to smile and hide the pain. Just gently tell her “Honey I think these would be a great item to donate to charity.”

5. You will find stockpiles of items in the least expected places. I went to the coat closet to find my work boots. On the floor instead of my boots were stacks and stacks of toilet paper. Ummm, do we really need to have enough toilet paper for the whole subdivision for the next year? According to my wife the answer is yes. Men, you will learn to respond by saying the following, “Of course dear, you are right.”

6. Your friends and family instead of coming over to watch a football game now come to shop at your home for groceries and green bottles of shampoo and conditioner.

7. You will learn not to disturb your wife on nights when the sales paper comes out. Especially if she has her “coupon binder” and is “matching up sales”. Hint: In the event of a fire – don’t bother grabbing the insurance papers, grab her coupon binder.

8. Do not even think of arranging anything on Sunday’s before or after church as she is busy hitting up the stores with coupons.

9. You will discover that your meek, mild and loving wife turns into a fire breathing creature you never knew existed if a cashier or store manager tells her that the reason she did not get her RR was because she used a coupon or that she can’t use a particular coupon. Pray hard if they accuse her of coupon fraud. If this occurs you will discover her speed dial #s 1-10, well none of them call you. They are reserved for the corporate headquarters of her favorite stores.

10. Never ever ask why she is bringing home 5 more tubes of toothpaste when you already have 100 plus tubes in the guest bedroom closet. Suffice it to say if she brought it home, just tell her what a fabulous shopper she is and how proud you are of her.

11. You will start to recognize other husbands of “coupon ladies”. Look at their lunch. Do they have children’s juice boxes as drinks, packs of starkist tuna (I do believe we have more tuna in the guest bedroom then our local grocery store has on their shelves.), small toothbrushes called Wisps, they smell slightly floral and there is a small handmade coupon good for BOGO kisses and hugs.There are many more things I could relate to you, but when it is all said and done you will discover she has saved you a lot of money and it seems to make her happy. And when she is happy …. So am I.
My goal in life is to be as good of a person my dog already thinks I am. ~Author Unknown

Square Foot Gardening

2009-05-09T22:11:00.005-06:00

You may or may not know that I prefer a day in my yard, rather than a day in my house. I love yard work, and I love gardening. Last year my friend Krista introduced to me to the concept of "square foot gardening". It is not for everyone, but I love it. My yard is somewhat small, so it is vital that I use every square foot wisely. Hence the concept! We have two 3x6 boxes that are squared off by the foot, you'd be surprised by how much you can plant in one square foot, and it looks neat and organized. When my entire garden has sprouted I will post some pictures, plus I am excited about my new garden area along my rock wall! By accident tonight, I stunbled along this cool web site that helps you plan your garden, it's brilliant. I wish I had found this earlier, my drawings every spring are rudimentary compared to this simple and fast way. Check it out here, and give it a try! Also, I highly recommend Mel Bartholomew's book. It is my second bible!

If I only had a brain

2009-04-28T20:10:00.005-06:00

Where has my brain gone? Here are my latest brain mishaps... Just barely loaded dirty dishes in the dishwasher, amongst a half-empty load of clean dishes, didn't notice until it was to late. Tonight I am headed back to Staples for my fourth time. Appearantly the right ink cartriage can not seem to make it home with me! Yesterday I received a phone call from Costa Vida. They had my wallet. I had misplaced my wallet so I thought somewhere around the house, and just thought I would find it some day! Come to find out I had left it two weeks earlier at the restaurant. Thanks Costa Vida! So if you want to call me while I'm out on the town - you can't. I don't have a cell-phone. Why? Because I have lost two cell phones since January! Ring Ring! I would tell you more of my mishaps, but I just can't seem to remember...

wonderful missionary experience

2009-04-26T22:33:00.004-06:00

Today was such a wonderful day, I just thought I would share. I have a neighbor and friend that is not a member of our faith. She came to primary with me today, and helped me wrangle the kids as I taught the lesson. The lesson just so happened to be "the coming forth of the Book of Mormon." I showed the animated version of Joseph Smith and his First Vision. I know that it was such a wonderful precursor to her meeting with the sister missionaries tonight! After several months of trying to get all of our schedules together, tonight was such perfect timing. In addition to the Sisters, I invited my friend Shanette {whom served her mission in Italy} she was such a wonderful addition and made great comments. It went really well and she accepted the invitation to read the intro to the Book of Mormon. The missionaries also gave her a movie to watch which was the same thing from this morning only the adult-non animated version! After the missionaries left, she came back over and watched the movie with me. I could tell that she was so happy and felt the spirit, and accepted everything that she was taught tonight. Our Heavenly Father knows us and watches over us continually. He is very aware of my friend, and is working through many of us in our neighborhood to bring her to His gospel. I am thankful for this opportunity to bring missionaries into my home, and re solidify my love and understanding for the gospel. I can't wait until we meet again with them! I'll keep posting on progress!

Coupon Class

2009-04-19T20:19:00.001-06:00

My friend Brooke whom I used to live by at Sunset Ridge, has offered to do a coupon class for any and every one. She is darling, and super fun! Spread the word. Bring a treat if you like. I'll see you there!

10 K Fun Run

2009-04-18T20:55:00.002-06:00

It was amazing! My first run ever, but for sure not my last. Justin and I ran in the Zion Fun Run this Saturday, with Justin's mom, sister, a bunch of my friends, and his co-workers! If you know Justin at all you know that he is great runner, aka "the jack rabbit." I was sure that he would leave me in the dust but he didn't. He stuck with me the whole race, and we enjoyed the scenic views together. It was gorgeous as one can imagine. Funny story though, There were roughly 300 of us runners that were all shuttled up to beginning of the race. There were 4 port-a-potties, however. Just to be sure, I thought I should go. So I stood in line forever, they started the race, just as it was my turn in line (after 20 + min). I decided I would go ahead and run, so I started late - which stunk. However, we still passed a lot of people and came in at 65 min. Before the race, I was just hoping to finish the run 11/2hrs, however during the run I realized that I could make it in 1 hr. I was 5 minutes over, but I am still so happy! I couldn't have done so well without Justin. He really is my BF!{Above pic. So although I do have pooch just for the record, I had a pm3 player and apple in my pocket. Just thought I would clear that up and give my self the benefit of the doubt!!}

Yes Tammi, we ROCK!

Zion Vacation

2009-04-18T19:10:00.003-06:00

After our "Fun Run" we spent some time up in Zion Park, hiking Emerald Pools!
It was so nice to be out doing something other than the "norm!" However, at the beginning of the hike Kyle fell and got a scrap on both knees. Kyle doesn't deal well with pain or blood so it made for a fun hike. He got lots of attention from others on the trail, and he greatly appreciated that!
I didn't get any of the great pics of the whole group like Papa Bo did, there was a ton of us! When we get those I will add them to this post!

Sydney never falls asleep with anyone. She fell asleep in cousin Gage's arms. The hike was just enough to do her in!

Couldn't resist taking this pic.

We were waiting for everyone to gather for our hike, but of course a movie was on. Thought it was pretty funny and telling!

(It's a Zufelt thing...)

Hippity Hoppity

2009-04-16T15:14:00.008-06:00

> $2 Chore Cart

2009-04-16T14:52:00.004-06:00

I found these pocket things at Target for a $1. I didn't know what to do with them, but I found this idea on a blog. Ran with it, and it works great! I purchased the green foam for 60 cents, already had the Velcro and paper. What a snap! He is a chore pro now, and loves to put a star on the chart! The great thing about Kyle is that a star is enough of a reward for him -for now. I am sure later on I will actually have to start handing out rewards with so many stars! My only problem is trying to get Sydney not write on it (which she has already). Next time you see these at Target, give it a try!
(Disclaimer: My spell checker, Shanette informed me that I am retarded! I seriously did not even notice that I had spelled "laundry" incorrectly. In my defense it was very late when I made it, and not even Justin noticed the error! Thanks Shanette for pointing out the obvious!)

The bane of my existence

2009-04-16T14:35:00.009-06:00

You may not know

2009-04-13T21:28:00.023-06:00

Disclaimer: This post is screwy. ARGG. I cannot get it to save the way I want. Obviously, I need to take a blog class! Have fun making sense out of this mess... Think of it as a puzzle!

Yes it is true, I'm a blog slacker. But for good reason. In order to put pics on my blog I have to use my dilapitated laptop. So you may not know that last month we went to West Virginia. My Grandma Roberts passed away at age 97, and on a whim we packed up and headed out. Justin had never met anybody from my dad's side of the family, since literally everybody other than my dad lives back East. No one knew Justin - or my kids for that matter. It was an amazing trip. All my brothers flew back as well, and most if us ended up on the some flight, which was realy crazy!

This was Kyle's lucky day, he was able to hang with the pilots!

Can you believe! My Grandma and Grandpa Roberts were married in 1931.
My dad is also the only member of the church, so we are going to do their temple work for them. Can't wait for them to really be together forever!

Hum, wonder who she looks like?
Love this picture...It proves my argument that she is a total Zufelt!

Geography lesson: West Virginia and Ohio are separated by the Ohio river!

My uncle Bud's back porch is on the Ohio river. West Virginia is an amazing place - so historic, and gorgeous. Where we are standing is a Civil war monument.

West Virginia of course has an old historic district. Way cool, yet way spooky! The architecture is amazing. Sadly, the disitric is just now being preserved. Residents are moving in and restoring the old homes. The streets are amazing, brick layed, so reminincent of "My Fair Lady." Back then they very wealthy from all the booming industry. The houses are all massive mansions. I wish I would have taken a picture of the cemetary!

Another Geography lesson: Gettysburg, Pennsylvania is only roughly five hrs. from W. Virginia.

Washington DC. is only another 1 1/2hrs. further, and NYC is only another hour from there...

We really really really wanted to go further. However, us being semi-responsible parents decided not to torture our children for our own sake, and opted for Gettysburg. We drove most the night, slept for a few hrs. in a hotel, toured Gettysburg most the day, then drove back to WV!

I love this plaque, because to often women of the war are forgotten. They really did endure so much.

It was crazy windy that day. I was atop a look out point, and I was literally being blown over!

You get the point.

We had lots of fun,

And we wore them out!

all is quiet

2009-04-13T13:34:00.003-06:00

All is quiet on the Western Front! I have had a very strangely wonderful calm day. Justin took the kids shooting this morning. While he was out being super dad, I was able to get ready myself and have the house clean by 11 am! Then my wonderful friend took Kyle to the park, and Sydney is sleeping. It's days like these that help you get through all the rest. Oh the joy of a quiet clean house!

I really need to do some posting catch up...Can't wait to show what I have been up to lately. I love SPRING!

You're Invited

2009-04-06T20:50:00.010-06:00

Here's the scoop... My friend Keri is a Pampered Chef consultant. In her first few minutes of consultant newness, I promised her that I would through a party! It has been a while now, but I have not forgotten my promise!
SOOOOO... if you would like to come to a party - YOU ARE ALL INVITED!
I invision it to be a Welcoming Spring party, for sure with yummy food.
Date: April 15 - weds
Place: My house
Time: 6:30

If you are not familiar with Pamered Chef products {Which I love} here are a few that I can't {cook} live without! Batter Bowl, Food Chopper, Garlic Press...

Spring Chick

2009-04-03T22:27:00.003-06:00

We are going for pet attempt # 2. At Kyle's preschool they were able to watch baby chicks hatch, and then we got to bring all six home today! The grand plan is to raise chickens at my friends Caitlin's house. What a fun adventure this will be, glad she is along for the ride.

Happy Place

2009-04-03T22:16:00.003-06:00

Come with me to a happy place.
A place where the snow isn't a foot deep in April.

Blog Head

2009-03-30T23:14:00.002-06:00

Do you ever blog in your head? I do - all the time. If I were to post all the blogs in my head, my blog would have a post every ten minutes. I bet you are sighing a sigh of relief! All this past week I was "head-blogging" about the dag-gum weather.
Or about my crusade to get my house under control, by digging through every closet trying organize. Long story short, I have been away for a while, and I am recommiting my self to the blogging world, not just my "head-blog".

My life would suck

2009-03-13T22:03:00.001-06:00

Have you heard Kelly Clarkson's new song?
LOVE LOVE LOVE...

Boy friend?

2009-02-28T22:40:00.002-07:00

While running errands today.

Kyle: Mom, do you have a boy friend?
Mom: Yes.
Kyle: Who is it?
Mom: Daddy.
Kyle: Do you have another boy friend?
Mom: No! Mommy only loves daddy, I only love one guy, and he is my husband, Daddy.
Kyle: But you don't have another boy friend?
Mom: No, your supposed to have only person you love. That would be bad if you liked someone else.
{Silence}
Mom {inside her head): Where the heck did that come from?

I wonder when He comes again?

2009-02-23T13:59:00.004-07:00

Driving home from school today.

Kyle: Mom, when is Jesus coming?
Mom: I don't know, nobody knows. I can't wait to see him though, it will be so neat. What do you think he will do when he comes?
{Silence}
Mom: I bet he will give you a big hug.
{Silence}
Kyle: Where will he live on this earth?
Mom: Uh. Maybe in a temple? Uh, Good question!

I love my little thought-provoking Kyle!

I wish a fish

2009-02-19T08:45:00.014-07:00

The kids have been wanting a pet. On Valentine's Day I broke down, and we are now owners of four fish! Never mind that we are already on our second batch of fish. How many days has it been? See why I never wanted a pet? Thank goodness fish are so despensable.

Pookie Wookie

2009-02-14T23:02:00.003-07:00

When we were first married, I was sure that Justin needed a pet name. My dad always called me his "Punkie Lunkie". So I decided I would call Justin my "Pookie Wookie"! Ah ya, needless to say he wasn't a fan. It's been a long time since he has heard that endearment, so I thought that for this V-DAY I would give a shout-out to my POOKIE WOOKIE! I love you so much - thanks for taking me on a ride-along tonight, other than having to pee for 2 hrs it was fun. Love you
Lei

pics and projects

2009-02-13T22:08:00.007-07:00

I had the best of intentions to post Sydney's bumps and bruises before now. Thanks for all phone calls, pizza {Megan}, and concern! It really wasn't to bad, thanks to her Guardian Angel. She was hit on the left side of her body, as you can see. Thankfullly her leg wasn't hurt, which was my main concern, hence the ER visit. Oh the joys! Wondering what I have been doing lately?Wiping this nose every 30 seconds... No literally! I have never seen Kyle so sick - ever. This picture does not even do it justice. He slept all but two hours of the day yesterday. It was so sad, however, today he finally took a turn for the better! Poor little guy...Finally!

A place to eat again. My kitchen does not ever get sunlight {something that will be a priority in my next house} I painted the table a super bright yellow, which I love! I am keeping my chairs black, but I am going to install white beadboard on the bottom half of my walls in the kitchen. It will brighten the kitchen even more, making me even happier! I still need to make place mats for the table, and to find some sort of table decor....always a work in progress!

Sydney's bench painted with the same yellow!

Sydney's room is my favorite of the whole house. I took some pictures of it so you could see how the bench fits in. Gotta love those random finds! The green on the wall is an "oops" paint Justin brought home from Home Depot one day. I loved it and knew it had to be in her room.

weird week

2009-02-09T22:36:00.004-07:00

Last week was a little crazy. Here are some reasons:

1. Sydney was hit by a car {more side swiped, but either way she ended up in the emergency room.}

2. On a whim Justin and I bought tickets to the Hinder concert in St. George. Did you go? What a waste of money. I just can't stop thinking about all the things I could have done with the cash instead... new running shoes, curtains for our bedroom, brown boots, bought tons and tons of fabric, bullets for Justin {because that would make his day}, Sydney a dresser....

3. The kids caught one heck of a bug. {goopy eyes, nasty noses, fevers, coughing} Have you had it yet? I thought we were outta the woods, we almost went all winter without incident.

On the up side! I have been a busy little bee finishing projects. I plan to reveal at least one of my projects tomorrow!

Thrift Junkie and Bla Bla Bla

2009-02-02T21:55:00.007-07:00

You could sale my house at a Yard Sale! Or maybe my neighbors think I am having a yard Sale. Since I last made my confession I have been bustin' out the paint. Good news: I finished painting the kitchen table, and it's now in use! Well that is of cousrse until today, when I decided that I need to repaint the table top from white to yellow. I forgot to take into consideration that my plates are whilte. It will be soooo cute when it's fixed however. I can't wait to reveal the final product. Anyways, on Friday I brought home the wing back chair, then pulled the table out and have been painting it. Saturday Justin saw a chair at a Yard Sale, so I ran down to check it out. It was sold by the time I got there, but don't worry instead I bought a bench (can't wait for that reveal!) AND while I was there I spoke to the Misses about my table redue, and she said that she had chairs at home that she would be willing to sell! So I brought those bad boys home. A table, 6 chairs, a bench, and a wingback chair all in my front yard throughout the weekend. They must wonder if I am insane!

{Disclaimer: My Camera is broken! The shutters won't open all the way...is that what they are called? Obviously not a photographer! Can't wait for Justin to finally realize that I really really do need a new camera}

In honor of the Super Bowl - that I really only watch for the commercials...OOPS!

Did I say that out loud!

I LOVE MY BATTER BOWL

Getting ready for Valentine's Day? This little pillow just puts me in the mood!

confessions of a Wing Back Chair

2009-01-30T21:22:00.004-07:00

I have a confession to make: I never complete a project. There I said it - now Justin can sleep peacefully tonight. I confess that I love hunting for new projects. I have millions of ideas, good intentions, but just cannot see a project through completion. So today we went "treasure hunting" at DI. {Kyle was confused by this, and kept asking where the treasure was!} I found this chair and immediatly fell in love. Picture this: reupholstered in a fantastic black and white bold print, or some other really cute fabric... After some some massive convincing and swearing up and down that I will finish painting the kitchen table that has been in our garage for months, he conceeded. So guess what I have in my garage {along side the kitchen table, and the night stand, and a pile of wood all waiting to be painted} Com'on it was originally $40 but I talked the manager down to $30! Props to me; however, is that bad trying to save a buck at DI? It's like a church organization for heavens sake - although in my defense, with how much I have donated over the years, I should be allowed to walk out with anything I want for free! Anyways. I need help! I was originally going to try to reupholster it, but after looking at how intricate it is, I am thinking about buying a slip cover. If you have any brilliant ideas please do enlighten me! My goal this month is to complete projects. Although when I finish the table in the garage I will have to sell my current table with the chairs - since it is a set. So then we will have a table but not any chairs. Hence the reason for delaying finishing the table...What a delema.

Bomb Shooter

2009-01-30T20:24:00.002-07:00

For months and months Kyle has been talking about a "Bomb Shooter". What is a "Bomb Shooter" one might ask... Well we don't know either! We have tried to humor him for as long as possible, but he has been so insistant on making one. The only thing we could figure was getting him a rocket set to see if that would make sense out of the whole bomb shooter thing. It seems to have worked. Justin and Kyle spent the day yesterday assembling them and this morning we launched them! I must say - we are pretty cool parents!

Viva Las Mexico

2009-01-25T21:11:00.009-07:00

We just got back from our much anticipated get-a-way to Mexico! We set sail from San Diego last Monday. {For the record I wish I could give a piece of mind to the engineers who designed the road systen in San Diego. We were 2 blocks from a gas station and couldn't get there... Long story.} Our ship was different than I thought it would be... it was reminicent of an old 80's Las Vegas Casino. Considering how much I Hate Vegas I was so excited for our days off to Cabo San Lucas and Ensinada! I had thought it so fitting that we had a little piggy waiting for us at our room the first night. All to fitting for how much we ate throughout the trip!Chillin' on bus ride to see the La Bufadora in Ensanada! {We got to see a whale by the shore which was so super cool!}

Cabo was so fun! These pictures can in no way do justice to how funny and cool it was. We decided to go horse back riding... We were told to get on a bus and we would go to a "Ranch" where horses would be waiting for us. After a long ride through town {which was scary} and ride out to middle of no where, this is where they dropped us off. The Ranch...

Meet our tour guide... Did you know that every Native in Cabo that we met happens to have a relative in Utah? I swear that they just pick one town out of every state to memorize so that they will have something in common. The guy who booked our tour knew someone in Layton. This guy was brothers with Jon Stockton.He led us through the desert which was totally trashed and yucky, to this cool cactus! Great photo opp! As well down to the beach for a quick photo.

Highly recomend "Lover's Beach" in Cabo it was fantastic!

Amigo!

I totally scored in Ensanada! There are two things that people usually shop for in Ensanada - Silver and Leather. I had no intention of buying either, but when I saw this bag I really wanted it! The tour guide showed us how to determine real leather prior to shopping... The bag was $130, I asked if he would do the test to see if it was real. Really hoping it was pleather so that I could get it for $5. Unfortunately it was real {The guy thought I crazy, since I am sure I was the only one looking for pleather. little did he know how cheap I am}. After Justin convinced me it was fine to get it and after some massive haggling, I now have a real leather stinking cute bag!

Can't wait

2009-01-12T21:50:00.003-07:00

This has been a hard week...
But guess what i will be doing in 1 week.
Cruisin' with my man in Mexico sayin' "hola" to every one I meet.
Can't hardly wait...

Happy Birthday my angel boy

2009-01-10T22:29:00.000-07:00

my little boy turned four today. my little boy holds such tender spot in his mom and dad's heart. kyle is an angel. kyle is sweet. kyle is kind. kyle is the best brother. kyle is shy. kyle is handsome. kyle is smart. kyle is tender hearted. kyle is destined for greatness...

The more secure blogging world

2009-01-07T14:19:00.004-07:00

If you are reading this than you made it to the "other side"! I had no idea that there are some many of you that have been checking in on my blog, and I am so glad you commented so that we can keep in contact!

The Spectrum Reports:

2009-01-06T19:21:00.003-07:00

Did you wake up this morning and read the local paper while drinking your morning hot chocolate! I love how Braun took the story to the newspaper and it made the top headline! Who knew this guy was so hungry for attention. Luckily the article was well written! I really truly do find this all really funny and entertaining...I love reading all the comments on You Tube. Who knew there were so many idiots in Cedar, as well as the kinder and smarter people! If you weren't entreated this morning you can read it here! (It's really not that full of info, and thankfully not any of the involved officers names are mentioned.)

CEDAR CITY - The Cedar City Police Department is investigating a complaint filed in late November by a local man with video of being allegedly stunned with a Taser twice by police.

Travis Braun, 32, said on Nov. 20, CCPD officers used the Taser on him after he went into a seizure. An officer had pulled him over for not yielding before pulling out of the liquor store, according to the police report.

The police report said Braun failed the sobriety test and blew an alcohol content level of 0.014.

According to the police report, two officers moved Braun onto the grass on the side of the road after he went into a seizure and tried to calm him down, but he began kicking and hitting them.

Braun said he was purposely moved out of view from the camera on the police car dashboard, the video of which he collected and has since put up on YouTube.

Police stated that Braun tried to resist and was told a Taser would be used on him if he continued resisting.

After being stunned, Braun was transported to Valley View Medical Center.

After being treated, he was taken to Iron County Jail. Braun said a barb from the Taser was still lodged in his back when he got to the jail.

Police Chief Bob Allinson said CCPD started looking into it and tried to address his concerns.

In the meantime, Braun got a copy of his police report and the video and then filed an additional complaint Dec. 22 after he watched the video and came to the conclusion that the officers were being unprofessional with him, Allinson said.

When Braun revealed the videos, he said the officers called him names and talked among each other, one saying Braun was fighting back and the other disagreeing.

"We had a complaint made against our department and allegations that we're looking into, and in the meantime, the complainant has been given all the reports and the video of the incident and he has chosen to put it on YouTube," Allinson said.

"Just because he has chosen to do that does not change our investigation and we are looking into the matter to see if any policy violations and procedures problems occurred and we'll take the appropriate action."

Braun has been charged with driving under the influence of marijuana, driving with no insurance, failing to stop when entering a roadway, assault against an officer and marijuana possession.

Braun told police he has been on parole several times as well, according to the police report.

Cedar City Bureau Chief Jennifer Weaver contributed to this story.

The reason I might

2009-01-04T21:56:00.005-07:00

go private is because of this post... So here it goes.
Justin made it on You Tube! Thanks to stupid criminals. A while ago Justin stopped a guy and gave him the breath-alizer test to see if he was drunk. He passed. BUT he was on drugs... So while they are standing there the guy has a seizure. They have no idea if he was faking it or not - they have some medical training, but they ARE NOT doctors, so they really had no idea how to determine if the whole thing is real. They drag him over to grass to assess the situation, then he starts grabing for their guns and tazers and is kicking them and what not... so one of the officers there finally tazes the guy and ends the situation...
Now the guy is taking them to court...in the mean time, he requests the police video and his friend puts it on You Tube for sympathy. NICE
Justin was so proud of his fame that I thought I would give a little shout out to my ever so sexy husband... Actually it was weird seeing him on the job...since obviously I never get to be there.
So you can check it out if you want. It's long, and there is some language (not by Justin).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ixHieJDDbE

Journal purposes

2009-01-04T21:05:00.006-07:00

Here is the thing... Not only is my blog for entertainment purposes for family and friends, it also serves as my "sort of" journal {however thanks to Justin buying me a journal for Christmas, I have a place to store my more personal thoughts}. I have a ton of pictures that I have been wanting to post {so bare with me}...

This pic was taken today!! We all ate so much cookie dough, I am sure they are sick with a tummy ache- cuz I am! note: Kyle's "Bow and arrow" around his neck, and Sydney using her toy kitchen roller, don't worry these cookies didn't go out to any neighbors!
Sydney got dressed by herself. Dilligent is what I call her. She went into my closet and this is how she came out. Is there a problem?
After every bath the kids pretend they are turtles. Don't ask...they get it from their dad

Watch out for the ambush...Flying nerf balls and hard marshmallows are on their way.

Kid in a candy shop... he didn't want to smile for the camera, but he couldn't help it because of what he is holding. Nice Purchase...What did you get me???

We have this super cool sledding hill by our house...
Why don't they eat dinner this well?

Justin called me "less than average". For some reason no matter how hard I tried I hit every dangerous spot on the way down - even if the jump was 50 ft to the right! You should see the bruises on my butt- well you shouldn't....

Note to self: Next year buy a box for the kids, instead of toys...

No needed explanation

Happy Anniversary

2009-01-02T08:11:00.006-07:00

Today marks five wonderul years!
What an adventurous five it has been...

Here is a highlight from every year:

1st year- We had a horrible wedding day (every thing that could go wrong just about did- but now we have really great stories for our kids), 3 months later we were pregnant.

2nd year- Kyle was born, and Justin left for Iraq

3rd year- Justin came home, we went to Hawaii, Justin left for training in Arizona, Sydney was on her way!

4th year - We bought our first house, Sydney arrived, Justin started his career!

5th year- nothing new, but we are as happy as two bugs in rug!

Justin - Happy Anniversary! I so glad you chased me down and married me... I am so happy. You are a wonderful husband; I feel so blessed. You are incredibly good at everything, smart, funny and extremely hot! You are a total package - IWYINYOBOB

Merry Christmas

2008-12-25T21:50:00.004-07:00

Dear Santa,
I would like a Bumble Bee transformer, some toys for Sydney, car for Sydney. More transformers, truck that transforms. I like all the Reindeers and all the Elf's at the North Pole! I think I am going to leave you some cookies on Christmas Eve.

Dear Santa, (letter #2)
Do not send Rudolph with his nose so bright to not wake me up.
Love, Kyle

We want to wish you all a wonderful Merry Christmas! We are so grateful for the birth of Our Savior, His spectacular life, and for His Atonement. We are so blessed!

Merry Christmas

Shreek - Boutique

2008-12-10T21:29:00.003-07:00

I am so sad - I busted my buns to get the trees ready for the boutique this past week, and never had a minute to take a good picture of them. They really turned out darling, I think I will sneak on down to my neighbor who has a set of them and will take several more pics. I ended up making a set with different fabric that also turned out great! I was so excited to finally get that project out of my hair! If any one is interested, I think that I still have a set to sell, or I can also give you instruction on how to make them yourselves, they are so fun! There were so many cute things at the show, I wish you could have seen...

Quick catch up

2008-12-10T20:53:00.004-07:00

Tis the season to be busy, as a result I am slacking with my blogging (and other things)!

This past weekend Justin and I took the kids (my dad included) up North for an outing! We met Justin's parents there as well. We had a wonderful day at Thanksgiving Point - We of course went to the Dino museum, toured The Farm where Kyle had is first pony ride, and went to see a Movie! Then all the adults went to Glen Beck's Christmas show (which Justin has been waiting all year for - literally). We had a blast, and enjoyed our little mini vacation! Sydney at it again... I love my Mr. Clean sponge

Fun idea: My neighbor is a mini book genius. She gave me the idea, and I made this darling Thanksgiving book. The idea is to showcase how everyone pitched in to make Thanksgiving Dinner, and for them to write their thoughts about what they are grateful for this year!

When I complete the book I will have a pic of each family member in the empty space below their name. I took a darling picture of my Grandmother holding her famous Pecan Pie. Can't wait to see it all done.

Santa Sucks

2008-12-03T21:18:00.005-07:00

Wow - I know can't believe that I dissed on the {jolly old man} who brings all sorts of goodies to the little yahoo's who have been "good" all year long... But it's true! The Santa at our house stinks! I hate to admit this but last year Santa put off "making" the toys until it was too late and the mail man didn't deliver poor Kyle's toys until after Christmas. This year "he" is trying to be better, but we woke up to late on this blasted "black friday" and missed the deal on a Leapster at Walmart. Then for "cyber monday" "Santa" decided on a Dance Cam by Playskool {the name of one section of Santa's factory - located down the hallway from Fisher Price} So of course "he" being the procrastinator that he is didn't make it fast enough, and now the price has gone up. Santa has a budget of $50, so if anyone has any brilliant ideas for a 4-year old boy, please let "him" know - for how sad would it be if he went another year without Christmas...

Always a project

2008-11-22T19:53:00.002-07:00

For super saturday, several of us made nativity pillows. I think that they are the cutest idea, and are a great way to help the little ones learn the Christmas story! They are so fun to make, and well worth all the time!

So here is my latest project... Ah ya, this one has a story! Several years ago I made a whole bunch of rag christmas trees. They are adorable and I gave them all away, but never kept a set for myself. This year I decided to make some more... Ya, well the last time I made them I bought the fabric from Walmart (the $2 bin fabric). This year their selection stinks, so I went to Ace Hardware... They had a great selection, and they had a sale. 30% off -wahoo right? Well I got four yards of each and I didn't do the math... I go to the register and $72 later I was peeing my pants. You heard it - 12 yrds = $ 72. So guess what!!!!!! I am now selling the trees at a boutique show in two weeks to pay for the fabric - so my husband doesn't kill me! The fabric is super cute, and I can't wait to see how gorgeous the trees are. I'll post a picture when I am done! Truth be told I have always wanted to put some stuff in a boutique, I just never thought I would be forced into doing so!!

Vampires and Zombies

2008-11-21T21:42:00.003-07:00

Last night (scratch that) This morning me and my Twighlight groopies went to the premier midnight show! I forgot my camera (unthinkable -I know) so when I come out of my zombie state I will get pics from the other thirty camera's. Did you like it? We need to talk...

Ode to Nicole

2008-11-19T21:55:00.003-07:00

Here are the results of a super fun photo shoot, the most fantastic location, and an amazing photographer. We love our Nicole, and will miss her dearly when she moves tomorrow. Her are some things you need to know... She lives two houses away, she has been our beloved photographer for three years, she is super good at everything, and she is my friend. We'll miss you!
Nicole found this location just South of Parowan. The house was falling apart, and it was so fabulous. It had this super cool truck out in the back. If it wasn't the size of truck - I would have stolen and put it in my back yard... The color rocks - Funny thing is that I'm in the middle of painting my new kitchen table that color. It was so perfect!

Do I look like I am going to eat him? I think I do, but I still like it.

Remodeling

2008-11-19T21:00:00.001-07:00

please excuse the mess while I revamp...

Sydney's latest and greatest

2008-11-18T10:44:00.005-07:00

After dinner, I took off Syd's shirt and she ran... this is how I found her! Is there a girl in there?
The day has arrived! Love - Love - Love!

Mommy's Picaso... She found side walk chalk and made a masterpiece.

Toe

2008-11-07T13:21:00.003-07:00

I never thought I would blog about my toes, but here it goes. I dropped a 40lb bx of frozen chicken on my toes... OUCH! The middle one took the brunt. Special thanks go out to Justin for carrying me to our neighbors house. Special thanks to Sharina who watched my kids for 3 hrs, fed them, let me sit on her couch for 3 hrs, and who also entertained me. Special thanks also to Mat who doctored me, cleaned my blood out of his carpet, and also attempted to get me down the street by pushing me in a stroller! Sorry about the poorly manicured toes, I didn't think they would be debuing on my blog anytime soon!

Jillie Willie

2008-11-03T10:56:00.007-07:00

Have you seen Jillie Willie? The most darling website to add some pizzazz to those ever so boring daily tasks.

I could clean in these.

Could you?

Mop slippers. Why didn't I think of that?

2008-10-31T23:06:00.006-06:00

I saw these darling tutu's on Good Things Utah, and decided that Sydney had to have one. It was super simple to make and Sydney looks "tu" cute!My friend Caitlin made my little pirate his shirt and vest. ARghh -good mate'...
The police officer takes on the pirate - my bet is on the pirate!Truth be told Sydney had a royal tantrum when the tutu went on, the only way I could get her to keep it on was by giving her candy. So I decided not to fight her wearing the hat. What a witch!!!It was so cute...While Trick-or-Treating Sydney decided that she needed a candy break and just plopped right down in the middle of the street. Note the stinking cute tights!

Never mind that fact that she was rumaging through Kyle's stash... and then left him to pick it up when she was done.

Rejuvenated and ready to go!

After pillaging for candy we went to Hurricane for my brothers Halloween party! What a bunch of Hippies. Good times great oldies!

As of Late

2008-10-31T22:23:00.007-06:00

I tend baby Taylee every now and then,

and Sydney thinks it's her sole responsibilty to mother

and entertain her. Luckily I have two bouncy seats!

It puts it into perspective, how not-so little Sydney is anymore.

Where is my baby? We went to a carnival the other day.
Sydney and Kyle's costumes weren't finished yet ,

so I put sydney in her back-up Tinker Bell costume...And borrowed this pirate costume from a friend...

aren't they cute!

Tuesday night we carved pumpkins - oh how crafty these boys areSydney and Ruby were so yucky... Thanks Krista for bathing them!
Oh So Spooky!

The Visiting Teaching Movie

2008-10-26T21:09:00.001-06:00

My mom e-mailed this video to me and I thought it was great! Which one are you? Several days ago I did my visiting teaching, and I took both the kids...Guess which one I am! However, I did try to clean up! Sorry Stephanie... I'll do better next month!

Quarter of a Century

2008-10-24T20:39:00.000-06:00

Well, twenty-five is here, and I can't say that I'm thrilled. I know for all of you whom are older and wiser that are reading this are probably not feeling very sorry for me, or are really depressed by me thinking that I am old, because that would make you really old! All I am saying is that I am five away from thirty, and that is freaky! If any of you know my dad, and know how he suffers from denial about his age - by wearing a toupe, and not wearing hearing aids - will understand where all this is coming from! I just pray that these next five years will be kind to me so that I can accept 30 gracefully. I don't think that a toupe will be very becoming on me, nor can I afford a Jazzy chair. So if you have a glass of milk near by, raise it and toast to my next five years! Thanks to all of my dear friends who have so gracefully paved the path of thirty before me, and have shown me that there is life in the upper twenties. Thanks for showing me that you can still be sexy at thirty!

Preschool Moments

2008-10-22T22:42:00.001-06:00

Today Kyle had a very exciting adventure!
Destination: Pumpkin Patch
He went on his very first field trip, and as if it could

get any better, they road on a bus to get there!

For as long as I can remember Kyle has begged to go on school bus.
So as one can imagine, both Kyle and I were super stoked!

Here is the proof that I was one crazy mom...

Crazy with excitement for HIM!

I bet he would look happier, if his "crazy mom" would

get the camera outta his face!Yes, I was there with my camera waiting for the bus to arrive
In my defense, I wasn't the only camera happy mom standing there

They each picked out one pumpkin that they brought home!
Tell me his isn't cute- I dare you!

Standing in the truck with all the pumpkins

On the road again...Let's go eat at the park!

Colorado City, Here She Comes

2008-10-22T22:17:00.000-06:00

My friend Krista and I are dressing up as Polygamists

this Halloween, so we had a practice session to

figure out the famous bang swoop!

This month for Bunco we dressed-up,

and one of the girls was a polygamist...

it was histarical, and she played the part so well!

We decided to copy her... Thank Kim for the fun idea!

We'll keep ya posted on the look, it should be good... Sorry Krista for posting these, but I couldn't resist!

You are one hot momma!

Pumpkin Traditions

2008-10-22T21:45:00.000-06:00

Every Fall finds us at the Pumpkin Patch!

Dad and Sydney are so cuddly...Kyle is determined to find the best pumpkin-

You're my PUMPKIN! I stole the idea of stacking pumpkins in a planter,
It is such a cute idea, and now my tradition
is to find the biggest roundest pumkin ever!
This one I had to rig, but you'd never know
I used cans of pinapple to prop the one side...shhhhhh!

By no means am I a photographer,

but I thought that it was a cool pic!

Happy on the hunt!

2008-10-19T15:40:00.001-06:00

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Girl's Day Out

2008-10-17T11:38:00.000-06:00

My mom, sister and I decided to take a day off and party!

We atePampered ourselves
Went to a play
Hit on bronzed men

Shopped and then partied some more! It was so much fun to have a day with the Girl's.

Love Good Things Utah

2008-10-14T10:41:00.000-06:00

Today I was watching Good Things Utah, and these girls have started a website that I bet we will all soon love. Why didn't I think of this!!!!! They have created monthly meal plans and have the entire shopping list that you can print. If your like me and seem to have five good ol' reliable recipes, but need to branch out - or even need help organizing dinner, this is the website for us. They even have coupons you can print. Wahooooo!!
http://www.simplifysupper.com/

Forgotten Carols

2008-10-13T16:58:00.000-06:00

Every year we love going to the Forgotten Carols! This year we happened to be on the ball and decided to buy tickets early, instead of scrounging for them two weeks before! However, even being as early as we are they were almost gone. We realized that if you buy 10 tickets they give you a good discount. So we purchased 10 tickets! We are using probably 5 of the tickets, but if you are interested contact me and I'll save them for you!

Date: Dec 17th

Time: 7:30

Cox Auditorium/Dixie College Campus

Ticket Price:

Lost in St.George

2008-10-10T16:27:00.000-06:00

This Tuesday we went down to St. George to see Les Miserables. Before the show we went to dinner at The Texas Roadhouse. Despite the snotty girls working there we had a great time! But my camera fell out of my purse, so now I have to blog without pictures until I get it back. What a bummer. Blogging isn't blogging without pics. Oh, well we had a great night out...Thanks mom for watching the kids.

She puts Martha to shame

2008-10-03T20:46:00.000-06:00

So I just recently became reaquainted with an old friend of mine. I was browsing her blog and found a link to this girl that puts Martha Stewart to shame.. She is so crafty, happy, and somehow motivating! I have so many incredibly crafty, talented friends so I am asuming that you might find interest in this blog. I hope this random person doesn't mind lots of other random people visiting her blog, but somehow I don't think she would mind. She would probably DELIGHT in it. Go get some fun crafty ideas and catch some of her motivating fever! I wish I could stay and chat, but I have to go redo my bedroom and sew some pillows. And organize my pantry. And clean. And paint my kitchen and.......
Thanks Sophie!
http://amber-unnecessarynecessities.blogspot.com/

Love those Body Shapers

2008-10-01T15:19:00.000-06:00

I am sorry I haven't checked my blog in a while... for all of you who are interested in the Body Shapers, they are amazing! They were a hit at the party, and you can guess why... we are all victims of the body ruiners aka : children! The Shapers are regularly $36.but are now $18. We are closing the order tonight at midnight (oct 2) so if you are interested go check them out at www.layersclothing.com. Email me and let me know what you want!
jzufelt@hotmail.com or call me.

Layers of fun

2008-09-24T13:18:00.000-06:00

Hey Everybody!
I am having a Layers Clothing party on Monday! Every thing is 20% off, and then the body shapers (which I hear are amazing) are 50% off! Let me know if you wan't anything, or come by -
8:30 pm. Hope to see you!