Tragedy...

A couple of months ago my friend Jayne introduced me to this lovely concoction that was Raspberry Chipotle sauce, mixed with cream cheese and you eat it with tortilla chips. Deeelicious. I have been craving it but she said she got it in Texas. To bad for me. Or so I thought. I was then told by my other friend Mirm, that she saw it at Wal-mart. Gasp. I run right to Wal-mart and they are out. They have Blueberry Chipolte. I try it. Good, but not the same.
The search is on. I call my loving mother in P.G. and ask her to check her Wal-mart. Being the kind person she is she calls me and says she can't find it. I guess I will be taking a trip north to West Jordan where Mirm said she found it at Macey's. But, my mom calls back about 5 minutes later with news that she has found it but it is the last bottle.
Long story short... She gives it to my lovely sister Jammie, who brings it to the gym to give to me.
I open right then, sniff it, give Jammie a taste(mmmm delightful), I take a taste,(hmm heaven.)
I am giddy folks. I am so excited to take it home and eat some for dinner, then tragedy strikes.
I am getting out of my car and the bottle slips out of my hands and SPLAT on my driveway. I am sure they heard my scream all the way to Missouri. (Did you Jen?)
I was devastated. I was so very close to tears, but I had to be strong. The kids were watching.
Now the search is back on. Anyone going to Texas?

Another guitar concert....

but this time I was smart. I e-mailed the teacher and asked what time the guitar group was going to play. She e-mailed back and told me between 7:40 and 8:00. It started at 7:00. We showed up about 7:30, walked in, sat down, the guitar class came on. They played 2 songs and we were OUT OF THERE by 8:00. Couldn't have timed that one better. Oh yeah, Colton did a good job.

Viva Las Vegas!

Jeff and Darren(Jeff's co-worker and good friend)left for Vegas last Sunday for training. On Wednesday Darren's wife Allison and I flew down to meet our men. It was an uneventful flight. We left our house about 11:30 and the plane left at 1:35. We walked up to the kiosk, got our tickets, checked our bags and had an hour to kill waiting for the plane to leave. Everything was smooth sailing. We landed in Vegas at 2:00 amidst a sea of cowboy hats. They were everywhere. It was the National Finals Rodeo this weekend. The first night we were in Vegas we headed over to the Tropicana to watch a show. Jeff and I have never been to a show. It was the Folies Bergere. It was really good. The costumes were amazing and the show itself was really fun. Jeff was sorely dissapointed in the costumes (they were wearing them), but he thought the show was okay. Apparently the 10:30 show was topless. Oh dang, sorry Jeff. So if you are ever in Vegas and want to see a show, check out the Tropicana. The earlier show has clothing (what there is of it) and the later shows do not. The next day while the men were in class Allison and I went over to the Orleans and watched Twilight. Allison had never seen it and I was to happy to see it again. It is better the second time.
Also, while in Vegas I discovered a new passion. It is called crapps. Oh my heck, that has got to be the funnest thing I have ever played. It was a blast. While at the crapps table I was propositioned by an old man. When I declined, we became buddies, and he even lent me 5 bucks so I could stay in the game. I won $60 bucks, and then I lost it all the day we left. Oh well, time and money well spent. All in all we had an amazing time. Thank you mom and Joyce for watching the kids.
Now we are home in our own soft beds, and soft water. It is good to be home, we missed the kids.

The Anticipation...

After weeks of excitement we finally made it to Twilight. Kinzie and Jaycie counted down everyday for a week. They were so excited. My lovely sister got us all tickets. And by all I mean, nieces, nephews, aunts, sisters and our mom. We piled into the movie theater with all the other women and I think about 3 men/boys. It was filled with excited chatter and giggles. The previews come on , and then the movie starts. Bella comes on, screams. Edward enters and the theater comes to life. I will confess I got a little carried and I too did scream like a little girl. Well, it was just to add to the excitement:) I will admit, I was not to thrilled with the actor they had cast as Edward. I thought he should be better looking. I made a mistake. Dang people, he was so freaking sexy, and the chemistry was hot. I will also admit that any of the vampires in that movie can come and bite my neck at any time.

Conversation with Kinzie....

We were watching the CMA's the other night and Miley Cyrus came on with her dad to announce an award.
I said: I don't really like her dress
Kinzie: I think I am going to throw up....Oh wait someone did.. on her dress.
I laughed. She is pretty quick.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KINZIE!!!!!!!

Happy Birthday Kinzie "boo - sparkle" Magnusson.

Eleven years ago today Kinzie was pulled out into the world and into our lives. And on my Grandpa's birthday too. Ever since then we have been kept on our toes. She makes us laugh, and cry. We are so glad she has blessed our home.
Eleven things we love about Kinzie:
1: She is a big helper
2: She makes us laugh
3: She is sassy
4: She is smart
5: She has a beautiful smile
6: She is quick witted.
7: She is strong - mind and body
8: She knows exactly what she wants
9: She is loving to her sister and brother
10: She is always willing to let Jaycie tag along
11: She makes our home a better place to be.

I also want to wish my Grandpa Simper a Happy 88th Birthday. It has been fun for Kinz and my Grandpa to share such a special day. We love you both.

What are you doing....

on November 21st? We are going to see Twilight. Already have tickets. I know you are all so very jealous.