almost human

About a year into our marriage, my husband surprised me with the news that he wanted to go to law school. I knew he was the intelligent, capable, studious type, but I never thought in a million years he would become an attorney. He is too honest, too good, too kind to be a dirty-rotten lawyer. Obviously now (after all the long hard years of school) I realize it was the best decision. But that doesn't mean I don't love a good lawyer joke...

Today Aaron and I were chillin' on the couch, watching a tv version of The Ring (it's still as scary as the first time I saw it.) Lucky for me, there were commercial breaks to recuperate and wipe the sweat off my palms. It's been a while since I've sat through commercials-- love that DVR. Anyway, neither of us were really listening or watching when a TV ad came on for a local attorney's office. The last line of the commercial made us both laugh out loud.. an old woman, being completely sincere, said, "He is so much more than a lawyer. He is a human being." Good stuff.

another fab Monday night..

FHE was great, but the Bachelorette was better. In fact, FHE wasn't so good because Zack dislocated his pinky toe playing hide-and-go-seek in the dark.... but that's not what I am here to discuss.. I want to talk about the reality dating show that is far from anything in real life. I am NOT going to do recaps of the show--- this is only for discussion purposes with those who are already watching... I usually call all my sisters on Tues morning to see what they thought of the show the night before-- but why not open the discussion? Here we go..


I still love Michael. How can you not love him? He hasn't gotten any one on one time with Jillian, so you never know if their personalities will mesh, but if he isn't chosen to be the final guy-- I want him as the new Bachelor. (I felt the same way about Jillian from the beginning and I love that she's finally in charge.) I am not surprised that the majority of the interview clips are of Michael- because he's hilarious. Most people don't like him because they don't think a brake dancer can support a family, but I am still a huge fan. Go Mikey, go Mikey.....


Then there's Kip... still my #2. He and Jillian have something going on and I loved their date. I think he's a genuine guy and he's got the whole package-- did you see his six pack on the first episode? Seriously a handsome dude, but I don't think he will be the last one standing. The show has edited him as the favorite from the beginning and I know they love to set us up. I think he will be one of the top 2 or 3 for sure, though.


Last week I chose Robby as my #3... I still really like him, but all of the sudden he has this lisp that came out of no where. After watching the first episode run down like five times with some friends, we've realized that Robby is the voice that says, "I just can't be here comfortably. I have to leave." Who knows if he actually says it to Jillian because they edit what they want to make it look more dramatic, but if someone goes home choses to go home, it's gonna be Robby.


Jake is a favorite of most people, but he's definitely not mine. I really don't like guys who are always smiling and always saying the right thing. And real men don't have to mention 10,000 times how they are a real man. He refers to the other guys as boys, but he's a sissy. I think he will eventually find a good girl, but I highly doubt he is Jillian's type.


Then there's Ed. I don't dislike Ed or the bags under his eyes. I think he's a cool guy and all-- but he talks in a monotone voice. Where is his personality? Yes, she had fun with him on their date, but they were repelling off a skyscraper. You could do that with a blow-up doll and have a good time. Who knows though-- she has a ton of personality and maybe she needs someone to balance it out. She might be attracted to men who look like Guy Smiley.


Who is this guy? Oh, yeah.. Reid. I have nothing to say about him, good or bad. I just thought it was funny when someone asked if his husband curled as well as he did.. I would be really surprised if he was one of the last guys standing.


Not really impressed with Jesse or his curling skills. He placed that shot out of pure luck and then he spends the next 2 hours talking about how skilled he was and how much he earned the date for the group. Enough already. Don't think he'll be around for long...


So glad Dave went home. I can't wait to see him on the aftershow-- I hope he's embarrassed of himself. Such an idiot... so glad she rejected him. I am sure it didn't dent his ego, but at least he's gone.


It was great to see Juan go. Too bad for sweet, soft spoken Juan. Maybe he can be the first Bachelor for gays.

I can't wait for Wes to go. It's been some good drama with him... and I really hope he does have a girl friend or two. If he ever releases an album, I won't buy it and if he's the last guy standing, I will never watch the show again. I think I said that last season about Molly. I still don't like her.

I am actually really glad Tanner is on the show. He's so entertaining. I loved watching him sweat bullets during the rose ceremony. That was seriously awesome! And Tanner tattling to Jillian without giving any names was so cowardly. She only kept him around to get him to spill the beans next week. Oh, man.. will this guy ever find a wife? Maybe he can start a new reality show where he can pick his wife only by seeing their feet. The finale would be him at the alter, lifting up his wife's veil and seeing her face for the first time. That would be radical. I will talk to my executive producers and see if they are interested...

Speedo guy was cool... but I didn't think he was going to last long. I am surprised he made it this far after his cheesy first line, "You are a good catch."

I was secretly hoping that Jillian sent both men home last night on the two on one date. Mark doesn't do it for me. He's a pretty boy, but not with that nasty beard. I would take a charismatic brake dancer over a boring pizza maker any day of the week.

Only 6 more days until the next episode...

slip-sliding away

three cheers for fun in the sun!


A few weeks ago, Luke mistakenly called Dr. Pepper a "Dr. Phil" and the name stuck.
It's not like we drink Dr. Pepper often or anything (because people who drink caffeine go to hell.)
But Zack especially thinks it's funny to ask for a Dr. Phil every time he's thirsty...
one of these days it's gonna get old, but it hasn't yet.

whirlwind weekend...

I can't believe it's already Monday... Why do some people have to work for a living and ruin all my fun??

Friday afternoon, I packed up the men in this house and sent them camping. Aaron is my favorite person because: #1- he's super handsome and sexy, #2- he got off work early when he knew I was overwhelmed #3-- he gets the kids excited about hanging out with Dad all weekend #4-- he encourages me to take time for myself #5-- I come home to a spotless house, delicious dinner in the oven, and happy kids. I heart my man.

They had a blast at the camp out. The only "issue" they had was Ben getting stung by a wasp. They picked me at the airport and half of Ben's face was swollen. It seriously freaked me out.. But apparently all is well and no one is crying about it. Aaron said he woke up the next morning and said, "Dad, one side of my neck feels longer than the other." The pictures don't do justice... it looks so funny when he talks. Poor kid! His neck is much longer on one side...

I had a great time in Spokane visiting my favorite adopted Grandma. If you haven't read her story yet, take a minute (and a tissue) and click here. I got in late Friday night and left Sunday afternoon. It was a relaxing, enjoyable weekend and I am glad I was able to visit her. Bev fed me well, took me to lunch with friends, introduced me to her neighbors, drove me around my favorite places in Spokane, and stayed up talking until midnight- both nights. On Sunday we attended the old ward together and I loved being able to see so many friendly faces. It was a great weekend and it went by too quickly. I have learned so much from Bev. She has so much wisdom, experience and compassion. She was the first person I told I was expecting baby #4 (besides Aaron, of course.) I can tell her anything and not only get great advice, but she keeps all my secrets! I love her and I am very grateful for her friendship.

On Saturday night, I was able to take Stephani out for a graduation-celebration dinner.. just the two of us. Stephi is one of my old young women and we've stayed close since our move. We've thrown around the idea of her moving to Vegas the past couple of years and she just might become our adopted teenage daughter.. She has big decisions to make the next couple of months and I just wish we didn't live so far away from each other! It was great to see her and I am so proud of her for getting through high school!

Now the big question I'm facing: "TO GO or NOT TO GO to Utah?? I love vacationing with my family but I hate being away from my handsome husband. which is why I have to ask again...

Why do some people have to work and ruin all my fun???

Red Rock totally ROCKS!

Yesterday was a bit overcast-- so we took advantage of the cool weather and spent a few hours at Red Rock. Jane and boys joined us (thank goodness because they brought all the snacks and drinks :) It could not have been a more beautiful day... we wore ourselves out! Red Rock is absolutely heaven-- especially for little boys who LOVE to hike, climb, and get dirty!

While playing inside a cave, apparently little Vaughn threw sand in Zack's eye... so he started screaming... which made Vaughn feel bad. Instead of getting our crying toddlers out of the cave, Jane and I stood by and laughed. And took a few pictures.

This weekend is the Father and Son's camp out--- and THAT means I'm on vacation!!!

I'm leaving on a jet plane to Spokane, WA in just a few hours. Over and out!