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When it comes to raising our kids, Justin and I totally see eye to eye. We don't expect any one else to raise them... we don't leave our kids with anyone and everyone just to take time out for us. We work opposite schedules so that they boys spend as little time possible with other people. That being said, Justin and I don't "date" or spend a lot of time alone with each other like we did when we first met. If we do have the opportunity to go out for dinner or a movie, we usually can't wait to get home to our family.

Tonight was the Logan River Women's Summer Solstice Tournament and of course, I invited Justin to play in it with me. It is a fun time for us to get out in the sunshine and play a little golf together. I love to golf with my hubby and I would have it NO OTHER WAY. While we don't "ham & egg" it or win money, we really enjoy being together doing something we both love. The format for this tournament is a fun one to play and was even funner than usual because we got to play it with Jason and Leslee.

Gnome update: Dax named his gnome Cyclops and Jace named his Christmas! Interesting and perfect, just like I thought.

Sunday Drivers

Yesterday at my sister-in-laws house, my kids were able to take their cousin Zoe's car out for a spin. It was so funny to watch them. It took Jace a minute to get the hang of it and I think that even though Dax is older, he was still thrilled to get behind the wheel.


The expression on Jace's face reminds me of my Grandpa Anhder. Is it the smile, the hair, the ears or the combination?



Enjoy the clip...

Happy Father's Day!

I have some wonderful fathers in my life and I was lucky to be able to spend a little time with all of them today.

Dad:
My dad has always been supportive of me. He loved me even when I was unlovable and no one else did. He taught me to appreciate "weird" food and "weird" music. He is kind. He works hard. He reads directions and follows them to a fault. He always made sure that I was safe and still reminds me to be careful and lock my doors.


Dave:
Dave loves to be with his kids and their families. He is patient, kind and just plain old fun to be around. I love hearing his laugh, especially when he is with my kids.

Ray:
Ray is a fatherly father. I appreciate his advise and support and the help he has given me. I love it most though when he is around my kids and can just relax and be fun and silly with them.


My husband:
Justin loves his kids unconditionally and without restraint. He makes sure his kids have everything they need, but not everything they want. He loves to have fun with them and is always there when they need him.

Pet Peeve #13 - Sleeping In & Kids

Last night, my friend and I were working on a couple of art projects and I didn't get home until 5 this morning... I walked through the door just as Justin was getting up for work. Lack of sleep is my excuse for sitting here for the last 30 minutes wondering what to blog about.

Oh wait, I just had a thought. Since I haven't "peeved" in a while...

Pet Peeve #13 - Sleeping In & Kids

Why is it, when I have to wake up early and get to work, I typically have to wake my kids up? BUT, if I have the day off and can enjoy a little extra sleep in the morning, my kids wake up real early?

Justin and I at 2

This is Justin and I at 2... Who do you think our kids look like?

The Job

Have I ever mentioned that I love my job? Well, I do... We had a meeting this morning to talk about the 2012 plan for South Campus. I was a little nervous and very skeptical about the purpose of the meeting and the outcome. Thankfully, one of the Board of Education members was there and pretty much told us that if he had anything to do with it, South Campus would remain where it was with the program running the way it was. He also told us that he felt the other Board members would agree. I am so relieved that someone in this community, especially someone with a voice, realizes the value in this program.

While I love my job, I love the fact that I have at least one month off during the summer to spend at home with my kids. It doesn't get much better than this...

Lake Powell 2009

Gnomes Away from Home

While I was away in California, Dax and Jace brought a couple of friends home. Low maintenance and quiet...

I am letting them pick their names out. I'll bet they will be interesting and perfect!