Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Luke's response to this photo...
"Does it look like Dylan is flipping Jeff Gordon off in this picture?" (Luke can't stand Jeff Gordon, and no, Dylan doesn't even know what flipping off is--Luke was just being funny)
Milestones
I was standing in the preschool classroom, trying to help gather lunches and collect money. I got a text message from Luke asking if Dylan was having fun on his field trip. Not yet, I responded, we aren't on the bus. But Dylan was shaking. I mean really shaking. Asking every 30 seconds when we were going to be able to get on the bus. Is it time? Where is the bus? Can we get on the bus? How big is the bus? Does it go fast? I really don't think it mattered where the bus ended up, just as long as we were able to ride on it. And he didn't want to sit by me. He was content between his friends, so I took a backseat and thought how lucky I am to be able to watch my kids achieve these important milestones. Independence. Being social. Enjoying life, riding buses, and everything else that 4 year-olds do!
We went to an educational playroom on the west side of town. It was awesome. Clean, interesting, and a lot of fun. The kids had a blast! They could have stayed all day. Dylan and Isaac stopped long enough for me to snap this picture. This bridge was really high in the air--I am surprised it didn't scare the kids. I'm not a big fan of heights, so I opted for the stairs to take me to the other side of the room. I will definately take Isabelle and Dylan back. It was very reasonably priced, and the admission includes swimming.
Dylan shopped in the make-believe grocery store. He found a big jug of syrup. Hmmm...that should last him about a week.
Another quick picture before Dylan was off and running again. Don't you love his new hat? It has a monkey on the front of it. So perfect for him. It ended up being a great afternoon, and Dylan even sat by me on the bus ride back to school. Being a mom is the best job ever!
We went to an educational playroom on the west side of town. It was awesome. Clean, interesting, and a lot of fun. The kids had a blast! They could have stayed all day. Dylan and Isaac stopped long enough for me to snap this picture. This bridge was really high in the air--I am surprised it didn't scare the kids. I'm not a big fan of heights, so I opted for the stairs to take me to the other side of the room. I will definately take Isabelle and Dylan back. It was very reasonably priced, and the admission includes swimming. 
Dylan shopped in the make-believe grocery store. He found a big jug of syrup. Hmmm...that should last him about a week.
Another quick picture before Dylan was off and running again. Don't you love his new hat? It has a monkey on the front of it. So perfect for him. It ended up being a great afternoon, and Dylan even sat by me on the bus ride back to school. Being a mom is the best job ever!
Friday, March 28, 2008
OK, OK, I admit it...
I have been a terrible blogger. I won't even try to deny it. I must say we have been very busy, though. We went to Logan for Easter (fun, fun, fun!), I started a new job, I'm teaching extra dance classes, the kids have school, Isabelle is getting ready to test for a new level at gymnastics, blah, blah, blah, you get the picture. Just a typical week for a mom, but blogging had to take a back seat. I needed time to feed everyone and sleep just a little. I promise I'll do better from now on!
Marketing Test
Let me know how you do on this test. I got 16 out of 20. I'm not really sure if that's a good or a bad thing, though...
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Pistachio Cake
I have not tried this recipe yet, but I thought I'd share it anyway. My sister Hope makes a pumpkin cake with a pudding mix in it, and it is soooo moist. I am hoping the pistachio mix in this recipe will do the same thing. Besides, it might be fun to make something new (and green) to celebrate St. Patrick's Day!
Pistachio Cake
INGREDIENTS:
One 18-1/4 ounce yellow cake mix
4 eggs
1 cup club soda
2 boxes (3.4 ounce) instant pistachio pudding, divided
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 pound white pistachio nuts (walnuts or pecans will work), lightly toasted and crushed
1-1/2 cups milk
1 envelope (1-1/2 ounce) envelope of powdered whipping cream
PREPARATION:
Mix in bowl the cake mix, eggs, club soda, 1 box of the pudding, oil, and 1/2 cup of the nuts. Mix well and bake in a greased and floured bundt or tube cake pan for 45 minutes at 325 degrees F. Cake is done when a long toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in pan on a rack for 10 minutes. Completely cool on rack. When cool, place cake on serving plate and completely cover with the below icing.
Icing: Mix 1-1/2 cups milk, with instant whipped topping, and 1 box instant pistachio pudding. Mix on low to combine and then on high for 4 minutes. Fold in nuts and spread on cooled cake.
Pistachio Cake
INGREDIENTS:
One 18-1/4 ounce yellow cake mix
4 eggs
1 cup club soda
2 boxes (3.4 ounce) instant pistachio pudding, divided
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 pound white pistachio nuts (walnuts or pecans will work), lightly toasted and crushed
1-1/2 cups milk
1 envelope (1-1/2 ounce) envelope of powdered whipping cream
PREPARATION:
Mix in bowl the cake mix, eggs, club soda, 1 box of the pudding, oil, and 1/2 cup of the nuts. Mix well and bake in a greased and floured bundt or tube cake pan for 45 minutes at 325 degrees F. Cake is done when a long toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in pan on a rack for 10 minutes. Completely cool on rack. When cool, place cake on serving plate and completely cover with the below icing.
Icing: Mix 1-1/2 cups milk, with instant whipped topping, and 1 box instant pistachio pudding. Mix on low to combine and then on high for 4 minutes. Fold in nuts and spread on cooled cake.
Monday, March 3, 2008
Bring on the Sunshine!
This weekend we decided to get out of town--more like get out of the cold and into some sunshine! I don't know of anything else that can lift my spirits like a little sun on my shoulders. Add to that three days with Luke, Isabelle, and Dylan, and it doesn't get much better. We ate way too much food, which is typical while on vacation, but we found time to do some other stuff, too.
We visited Tuacahn in some new flip flops. All shoes should cost $2.50!
We spent a 72 degree afternoon in the pool. And yes, Luke loves to have the sun in his eyes.
The kids were in awe of being on the second floor of a hotel. The elevators, ice machines, and 'credit card' keys were almost too much for a kid to take! Dylan suggested moving in, but Luke and I passed on that idea.
We went miniature golfing, and we spent some time hiking.
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We got ice cream at Blue Bunny. Bunny Tracks for Isabelle, and Scooper Hero for Dylan.
Dylan was convinced we might find a coconut on one of these trees. Our favorite part of the landscape was the lack of snow, though.
On the way home, we stopped to hike at The Narrows, and much to Izzy's delight, she lost her tooth! I was off exploring a cave with Dylan, so I missed it, but Luke said she was shaking, and she hasn't stopped smiling yet. The tooth was carefully place under her pillow last night, and checked frequently during dinner. Isabelle was thrilled to find two gold $1 coins under her pillow this morning with a note from The Tooth Fairy. She's been waiting for such a long time! And while we're on the subject of waiting--could spring hurry up and get here?
We visited Tuacahn in some new flip flops. All shoes should cost $2.50!
We spent a 72 degree afternoon in the pool. And yes, Luke loves to have the sun in his eyes.
The kids were in awe of being on the second floor of a hotel. The elevators, ice machines, and 'credit card' keys were almost too much for a kid to take! Dylan suggested moving in, but Luke and I passed on that idea.
We went miniature golfing, and we spent some time hiking..JPG)
We got ice cream at Blue Bunny. Bunny Tracks for Isabelle, and Scooper Hero for Dylan.
Dylan was convinced we might find a coconut on one of these trees. Our favorite part of the landscape was the lack of snow, though.
On the way home, we stopped to hike at The Narrows, and much to Izzy's delight, she lost her tooth! I was off exploring a cave with Dylan, so I missed it, but Luke said she was shaking, and she hasn't stopped smiling yet. The tooth was carefully place under her pillow last night, and checked frequently during dinner. Isabelle was thrilled to find two gold $1 coins under her pillow this morning with a note from The Tooth Fairy. She's been waiting for such a long time! And while we're on the subject of waiting--could spring hurry up and get here?
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