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Welcome Little Ammon!

2011-01-17T18:53:00.000-08:00

Here are a few pictures of our new precious grandson, Ammon, who was born on Sept. 1st.

Isn't he adorable!Welcome to our family Ammon!
We love you!!

Happy "9th" Birthday Aubrey Ann!

2010-09-10T10:50:00.000-07:00

Today is my beautiful granddaughter's "9th" Birthday. Happy Birthday Aubrey! You are such a blessing in my life!!

Restoring Honor Rally in D.C.

2010-08-29T15:51:00.000-07:00

My son Taylor and I went to Glenn Beck's "Restoring Honor Rally" this weekend. We flew into Philadelphia and my wonderful cousin Danny took us to D.C.. It was a lot of fun and very inspiring. Glenn's main message at the rally was that our country has forgotten God and that we need to turn back to Him. That it takes all of us to do our part. That one person can make a huge difference in the world. He also focused on the 3 values of Faith, Hope, and Charity. There were SO many people there. News estimates are saying around 500,000 attended. Many families came from across the nation. If you are interested in seeing the rally C-Span recorded it. I had never been to D.C. before. We rode the subway for the first time. We saw the Lincoln Memorial, The Washington Monument, The White House and few others sites. I wish we could have seen more but we ran out of time and I was so exhausted from all the walking we did. I was happy that we got to spend a little time with my cousin Danny and his family and I really appreciate their hospitality. Thanks Danny! I wouldn't have been able to go without your help. You're the Best!!

Charles J. Smith Passes Away

2010-05-17T20:41:00.000-07:00

I'm sad to announce that my father in law, Charles Smith, passed away on May 14, 2010. I know he is happy to finally be reunited with Pat. He was a wonderful man and we will miss him.

Austin's Senior Prom

2010-05-16T19:17:00.001-07:00

I can't believe that Austin is about to graduate! Last night he went to the Prom with some of his friends from school. Austin was handsome in his tuxedo and his date was stunning in her beautiful green dress. They all went to dinner and then the dance at the Art Museum in a limo. Here are a few pictures we took before they left.

Happy "3rd" Birthday Cali!

2010-03-26T08:56:00.000-07:00

Happy "3rd" Birthday Cali. We love you and can't wait to come visit you next weekend and celebrate with you. You are such a joy and blessing in our lives. We hope you have a fun and wonderful day!! We Love You soooo much!!!

Grandma and Grandpa

"President Reagan's Warning about Government Health Care"

2010-03-19T14:11:00.000-07:00

I have always loved Ronald Reagan! Here he is warning us about the dangers of "Government Health care". Please take the time to watch this video even if you want the government to take over our health care system. Do we really want to give the government this kind of control?

“If the Democrats’ health care bill becomes law, the IRS could have to hire more than 16,000 additional agents, auditors and other workers just to enforce all the new taxes and penalties,” said Ways and Means Ranking Member Dave Camp (R-MI). “It is a dangerous expansion of the IRS’s power and reach into the lives of virtually every American.”

Scary!!

Happy "18th" Birthday Austin!!

2010-01-20T04:49:00.000-08:00

Happy Birthday Austin! Wow, I can't believe it has been 18 years!! We are so blessed to have you in our family. You have a wonderful future ahead of you. You are a wonderful son and I love you very much!!!!! Austin and Mom Taylor and AustinAustin and DadAustin has "tons" of trophies from being on the Math Team

He is one of the best in the State!!Taylor, Austin and MarkBaseball daysAustin and Bowser

I re-stained our stairs!

2009-11-04T19:24:00.000-08:00

I re-stained our stairway. It took me about a month of working at it a little at a time. For those of you who don't know how they looked before, they were a light oak. I'm into the more modern dark woods. It was a lot of hard work- (sanding and re-staining around all those posts) and making it look even. I wanted to get it done before we got our new carpet and I am glad I did. I got a lot of drips on the carpet like I thought I might.

Before
Here is a picture I took last year with the old light oak.After
I like the look much better!!

Happy "30th" Anniversary Rick!

2009-10-06T04:09:00.000-07:00

Rick and I had our Big "30" this past weekend.
Happy Anniversary Honey!!

Love, Patty

Happy "8th" Birthday Aubrey Ann!!

2009-09-10T21:05:00.001-07:00

What a wonderful year! I am excited to be able to be at your baptism this weekend. You are such a special little girl and the Lord has blessed you with wonderful parents that love you and have taught you the gospel. Your membership will bring you so many blessing throughout your life. May you never take it for granted. I love you sooo much!!
Love, Grandma

Happy Birthday Holly!!

2009-08-31T00:01:00.000-07:00

Wow, "29" years! It seems like only yesterday when you were a tiny bundle in my arms and now you are a wonderful mother with children of your own. You have been such a blessing in my life. I love you so much and hope you have a wonderful birthday!!

Awesome Video!

2009-08-26T16:42:00.000-07:00

I saw this video earlier on Facebook and thought it was really good! Thanks for sharing it Kim. I hope this will be a reminder to all of us of the importance of being both Spiritually and Temporally prepared for what lies ahead.

Happy 15th Birthday Taylor!

2009-08-14T04:45:00.000-07:00

I can't believe it has been "15" years! I hope you have a Happy, Happy Birthday!
I Love You!!!

Congratulations Joey!!

2009-08-11T04:35:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Joey on getting your Master's Degree!
I know you have sacrificed for many years and am so happy for you!!
Joey's parents and Holly threw a surprise party for Joey while they were here visiting. Congratulations, You're the Best!!!

Happy Birthday Tara!

2009-08-01T08:18:00.000-07:00

I want to wish my daughter Tara a Happy Birthday today! We are not able to spend her birthday with her this weekend but were happy to be able to celebrate her birthday along with her father's last weekend. I hope you have a Wonderful Day!!!

Rick and Tara's birthday celebration!
(Oops, Last weekend was so busy and I forgot to make a birthday post for my husband-
Sorry Rick!!)
Nicole and Tara

Holly and TaraMe and Tara

Aubrey and Tara

Ella, Tara and Aubrey

Happy Pioneer Day!

2009-07-24T11:15:00.000-07:00

Cheesecake Factory!!

2009-07-07T10:18:00.000-07:00

When I was visiting my daughter Holly and her family we made a special trip to the Cheesecake Factory. We surprised my granddaughters. They had never been before and were so excited when we pulled into the parking lot.

Here we are ready to go eat some yummy cheesecake!

While we were waiting to be seated, the girls were trying to decide which cake they wanted (So many choices!)The girls and I both decided to get their 30th anniversary chocolate cheesecake.

It was soooo delicious!!

Me and EllaHolly and Aubrey

Cali finishing up her cakeIt was a fun outing I will always remember with my "girls"

Our Founding Father's Were Wise!!

2009-07-04T00:01:00.000-07:00

"I predict future happiness for Americans if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of them." -Thomas Jefferson

"Those who reap the blessings of freedom must, like men, undergo the fatigue of supporting it."
-Thomas Paine

"To sin by silence when they should protest makes cowards of men."
-Abraham Lincoln

"Wicked" in San Antonio

2009-06-26T10:57:00.000-07:00

My daughter Holly took me to see the Broadway play "Wicked" in San Antonio. It was my first Broadway play. I loved it!! If you ever get the chance to go you should. It is wonderful!!

Me and HollyIt was showing at the Majestic Theatre
If you don't know, the play is about how the wicked witch of the west from the Wizard of Oz became wicked.
We visited the River Walk before the show!We ate lunch at "The Rainforest Cafe"Holly having a little fun monkeying around!!Thanks for taking me Holly!
It will be a day I will always remember!!

Summertime is Here!!

2009-06-23T19:38:00.001-07:00

My daughter Holly and her family came to visit.
Here are a few of the pictures we took one day in the back yard.

My Grandchildren: Aubrey, Ella and Cali in the kiddie pool. (Aren't they adorable!)

Cali slippin and sliddin!

Ella LynnAubrey Ann

Taylor decided he would give it a try!Rick went out and got the kids a really cool water slide. They all had a great time. Even some of the big kids got in on the action!

AubreyElla taking the plunge!Taylor, Aubrey and EllaCali, Joey and EllaHolly and Cali

Cali and Ella enjoying a lunch break!Cali, Ella and JoeyTaylorAustin and MarkAustin and Bowser

Happy Memorial Day!

2009-05-24T21:20:00.000-07:00

Let us all pause to remember and give thanks for the men and women who paid the ultimate price for the freedoms we all enjoy!!

Happy 25th birthday Mark!!

2009-05-12T00:01:00.000-07:00

You are and always have been a wonderful son. We love you so much!

I hope you have a wonderful day!!

Happy Mother's Day Mom!

2009-05-10T07:52:00.000-07:00

I will be eternally grateful that Heavenly Father picked you to be my mother. We owe you so much. Thank you for finding the true Gospel of Jesus Christ and teaching it to us. You teach us all so much by your loving example. I love you more than words can express.

CDC Swine Flu Notice!

2009-05-03T19:14:00.001-07:00

Don't Do This!I saw this the other day and thought it was pretty funny

Happy Birthday Cindy!

2009-05-02T19:17:00.000-07:00

Just wanted to wish my little sister Cindy a Happy Birthday! You're a wonderful sister. I hope you have a fantastic day!!

Kyle Adams Memorial Golf Tournament

2009-04-18T18:42:00.000-07:00

A little over 3 years ago my 17 year old nephew Kyle Adams (#8 above) was killed in a auto accident. We were all devastated. He was a wonderful young man and we all miss him very much. Every year around this time there is a Kyle Adams Memorial Golf Tournament in remembrance of him. A lot of our family members got together a couple of weekends ago at my brother Kenny and his wife, Karen's (Kyle's parents) house to remember Kyle and to enjoy each others company. Kenny had a fish fry for all of us on Friday night out by the pool. The food was delicious. We had a surprise birthday/missionary farewell for my nephew Colson Healy. He will be entering the M.T.C. later this month. He will be serving in the Monterrey Mexico Mission. We're proud of you Colson! Saturday morning most of the men participated in the memorial golf tournament. My brother Kenny has a beautiful pool and the kids spent most of their time in it. Me and my boys went with Holly and the girls to the Kemah Boardwalk while the men golfed. We ate at an Aquarium Restaurant. (Cool!) Since we missed Cali's birthday a week earlier, she got to open her presents from Grandma and Grandpa. Later that day the kids had an Easter Egg hunt. On Sunday we all watched General Conference and had lunch and homemade ice cream (a General Conference family tradition) before we had to leave to come home. I wish we could have stayed longer! Thanks Kenny, Karen, and Kelley for having us and giving us all an opportunity to get together as a family to remember Kyle. We had a wonderful time!!

Easter Wishes!

2009-04-11T21:42:00.000-07:00

I have a deep love for our Savior Jesus Christ and am eternally grateful for his atoning sacrifice. May we as Elder Holland states- Stand with Jesus Christ until the end as he stood by us.

San Antonio Tea Party with Glenn Beck!!

2009-04-08T19:33:00.000-07:00

Glenn Beck announced a couple of days ago that he is going to be airing his T.V. show from the Tea Party in San Antonio on Wed. April 15th. I am so excited! I am planning on driving up and letting my voice be heard. Abraham Lincoln said it so well: "To sin by silence when they should protest makes cowards of men."

Happy 2nd Birthday Cali!!

2009-03-26T00:01:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday Cali! You are such a cutie pie and a blessing to our family. We love you!!

Twilight DVD out this Friday at Midnight!!

2009-03-18T00:01:00.000-07:00

Finally, this Friday night is the DVD release of Twilight. I'll be there for the excitement and to get my very own copy of "Twilight" that I can watch whenever I want. Some friends of mine are having a Twilight release party on Saturday and invited me. Should be fun. I can't wait!!!

Happy St. Patty's Day from Patty!!

2009-03-17T13:07:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday Joey!

2009-03-13T08:46:00.001-07:00

Happy Birthday Joey! I couldn't have asked for a better husband for my daughter and father to my granddaughters. I really mean it! I hope you have a wonderful birthday. You're the Best!

Charlie Bit My Finger Again!!

2009-03-01T18:08:00.000-08:00

A friend of mine sent this to me on Facebook. It is so cute! I thought I would share it with you.

I Joined the Gym!!

2009-02-22T17:34:00.000-08:00

Last month I joined "Freedom Fitness" I figured since I usually just sleep in the car when the boys are in Seminary (6 a.m every weekday) that I might as well join a gym that is open that early in the morning and use that time wisely. I have been pretty faithful and have lost about 10 pounds so far. I am feeling stronger already. They have a 30 minute cardio circuit training program that I do every other day. They have this really neat Eliptical machine that I do the other days. I am so glad that I joined. It has really helped to motivate me to lose some weight and I feel much healthier!!

Mormon Messages on YouTube

2009-02-08T16:24:00.000-08:00

I saw this on lds.org and thought it was really neat. The church has put short video clips on YouTube. What a wonderful way to introduce people to the gospel!

Barack Obama Promises to sign FOCA

2009-01-27T19:03:00.001-08:00

Obama made a public announcement that he is going to sign the Freedom Of Choice Act, which will allow all types of abortions including partial birth abortions, also allowing babies who are born alive due to botched up late term abortions, to be set aside without any medical care or nourishment and left to die (most of these babies have no medical problems and most of the ones that do, have things like cleft palates, club feet, things that are correctable, still they are murdered in the most cruel and inhuman way. They feel everything that is happening to them. There is more mercy for dogs that are put to sleep) This Bill also will make it mandatory for doctors and nurses to perform this murderous act even if they do not want to do so. This act also allows under age teens to have an abortion, even partial birth abortions, without parental consent.

Catholic Bishops have pleaded with Obama not to go ahead with this horrible murder of innocent babies. They have also told Obama that if he persists in signing this Bill which would require even Catholic Hospitals to perform these acts of murder, they will have no choice but to close all Catholic Hospitals. Please let us join with these courageous Bishops who will go to any length to change Obama's mind. Please take a minute to sign this statement and let our voices be heard.

"Glen Beck on Fox News"

2009-01-25T15:52:00.000-08:00

I love Glenn Beck. I used to watch him on HNN but am so excited he is on Fox News now. Last week was his first week on Fox. I have my DVR set to tape it everyday at 4:00 and watch it later that evening when I get a chance. I am sort of a political junkie and he keeps me up with all the latest things that are happening. When I first started watching him I thought he was a little strange but he has grown on me. He has a DVD called "Glenn Beck, An Unlikely Mormon." My sister Cindy posted about it the other day. She says it is really good. I think I will get a copy. Anyways, check him out on Fox News!!

Glenn’s First Week Reflections!

by FOX News Crews

From inauguration 2009 to the Gitmo controversy, Glenn’s first week has been a busy one! We ask him firsthand how it was! Plus, go backstage to find out how Glenn’s liking his new home here at FOX!

Don’t miss “Glenn Beck” weeknights at 5p et! 4p Central

For more from Glenn click here!

Happy "17th" Birthday Austin!

2009-01-20T05:55:00.000-08:00

I can't believe it has been "17" years
You are a wonderful son!

We Love you Austin!!!

Bathtub Fun!

2009-01-14T12:19:00.000-08:00

When the kids were down for Christmas, Aubrey and Ella enjoyed a bubble bath in our whirlpool tub. The dog that Aubrey is holding was Aunt Tara's when she was there age. He has held up pretty good over the years!Aubrey wanting her 2 front teeth for Christmas and Ella with her bubble hat.

Pictures of Holly's Family!

2008-12-28T17:33:00.000-08:00

My daughter, Holly and her family took some wonderful family pictures the other day. I just wanted to share them with you! Aren't they a beautiful family?

Christmas Fun with the Grandkids!

2008-12-27T12:49:00.001-08:00

Send your own ElfYourself eCards

Merry Christmas

2008-12-25T00:01:00.000-08:00

Our hearts grow tender with childhood memories and love of kindred, and we are better throughout the year for having, in spirit, become a child again at Christmas-time.
~Laura Ingalls Wilder~

2008-12-22T00:01:00.000-08:00

Happy 5th Birthday Ella!
We Love You!!

Christmas Decorations!

2008-12-11T19:48:00.001-08:00

I've been busy decorating for Christmas.
Below are some pictures we took of this years decor.

Coming Soon: Our Christmas Yard Decorations

Family for Thanksgiving!

2008-12-04T19:12:00.001-08:00

Warning: This is a pretty lengthy post. I think that's why it probably has taken me so long to do. Here is a little bit of what we did during our Thanksgiving Holiday.

New Puppy!
My daughter Tara brought us an early Christmas present for the boys. He is a really cute 9 weeks old Maltese. We all decided the perfect name for him would be "Bowser"

Thanksgiving Morning Chilling out and Watching the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade!

Aubrey, Ella and Cali watching the parade!Holly, Me and Tara sportin our Twilight shirts!

Thanksgiving at Grandma and Grandpa Adams
Cute little Cali!

The kids had a fun time picking oranges from Great Grandma and Grandpa's TreeHere's Ella enjoying an orangeAustin, Aubrey and EllaTara, Holly, Ella and RickMe and Tara!Grandma Adams (my mom)

Cindy, Libby, Chrystina, Bryan and Brock

Uncle Jerry, Mark and Jaycee

Lot's of Cousins!!

Off to the Mall for the Girls to Ride the Carousel and See the Polar Express Train!Then off to Play some Tennis!

Dining at One of our Favorite Mexican Food Restaurants: "Kikos"I have sooo much to be Thankful for!
I am very Thankful that my family was able to be together and I look forward to our visit at Christmas as well!!

2008-11-27T05:21:00.000-08:00

I hope all of you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!

Twilight Premier Night!

2008-11-22T16:16:00.000-08:00

Thursday night I went with some friends to the 12:01 showing of Twilight. We went to Applebees before the movie and had some appetizers. We waited in line for over 2 hrs. but it was worth the wait. I loved it!! Here are a few pictures from our girls night out!
Me, Amber, Tynel, Erika and Jenna at Applebees
Karen, Travis, Kat and Stacey
Me and Pat wearing our Twilight ShirtsThis picture shows the line going out the door. They had 3 showings of Twilight that night and I think they were all sold out. We had a fun audience (Twilight fanatics). There was a lot cheering and laughing. It made the show even more enjoyable. It was a really fun night!!

Twilight Movie Premier- 1 Week from Tonight!!

2008-11-13T15:20:00.000-08:00

I'm all set for the Twilight Movie Premier!

I've got my Fandango ticketAnd my Twilight T-shirt!Let's be adventurous and go to the midnight show Thursday night!
Go to Fandango and get your tickets before they are sold out!
We are thinking about doing something fun before the show.
Let me know if you are interested in going with us!!

Veteran's Day

2008-11-11T03:34:00.000-08:00

To all of our Veterans-
We honor and thank you for your service!
You are America's true Heroes!!

Veterans Day Comments

Prop 8 Passes!!

2008-11-06T05:06:00.000-08:00

At least we won this one! Below is an article I found this morning about our churches view on the matter.

Mormon Church Comments on Proposition 8

Posted: Nov 5, 2008 02:02 PM

A constitutional amendment outlawing same-sex marriage was approved - by a slim margin - in California Tuesday.

Proposition 8 overturned the state Supreme Court's decision that gay couples have a right to marry.

Among the supporters of Proposition 8 was the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Wednesday, the church released a comment about the measure's passing:

"Allegations of bigotry or persecution made against the Church were and are simply wrong. The Church's opposition to same-sex marriage neither constitutes nor condones any kind of hostility toward gays and lesbians."

The Mormon Church also said they do not object to "the right for same-sex couples regarding hospitalization and medical care, fair housing and employment rights, or probate rights, so long as these do not infringe on the integrity of the traditional family or the constitutional rights of churches."

They also said that some people have mistaken their involvement in moral issues for being involved in politics: "In fact, churches and religious organizations are well within their constitutional rights to speak out and be engaged in the many moral and ethical problems facing society. While the Church does not endorse candidates or platforms, it does reserve the right to speak out on important issues."

Office Halloween Pictures!!

2008-11-02T15:17:00.000-08:00

Here are a few pictures that we took at work on Halloween. Our office theme this year was Disney. I was Belle, thanks Holly for the idea! My friend Jenna made my costume for me. Thanks Jenna, you're the best!!We had 2 apes from Tarzan, Mulan, Minnie Mouse, Alice, Happy Feet and Superstar(Kim couldn't come up with a Disney idea. She was a great superstar though!)

Me at my desk
Kim, Stephanie, Veronica and me!

Happy Halloween!

2008-10-30T21:32:00.000-07:00

I've been "boo-ed"

2008-10-30T15:37:00.000-07:00

My daughter Holly , "Boo-ed" me. Now I get to pass along the Boo love! Here is how it works. . .

Go to as many friends as you want and tell them they've been "B00-ed". Have them link back to your blog to pick up their Halloween Treat (picture) and tell them to Boo their friends. (Then put the pic in your side bar so everyone knows that you've already been boo-ed and to send the pic to someone else.) So be watching your comments to see if you get boo-ed!

I've Been Tagged

2008-10-24T17:53:00.000-07:00

My friend Nicole Hansen tagged me. Here's what to do:

Post rules on your blog.
Answer the six "8" items.
Let each person know they have been tagged by leaving them a comment.

Favorite TV Shows:

1. Design to Sell
2. My House is Worth What?
3. American Idol
4. Glen Beck
5. House Hunters
6. Extreme Makeover- Home Edition
7. What not to Wear
8. Design Star

Things I did yesterday:

1. Tried to early vote-line was too long, maybe tomorrow!
2. Rode my stationary bike
3. Tried to catch up on my blogging
4. Went to hospital with Rick (he is okay).
5. Ate at the Bayou Grill
6. Didn't go to work!!!!!
7. Listened to talk radio
8. Took a nap

Things I look forward to:
1. My kids coming home for Thanksgiving and Christmas!
2. Twilight the Movie!!
3. The Holidays Season
4. 2 week Christmas break
5. Cooler temperatures!
6. Hopefully losing some weight
7. Sleeping in this weekend
8. ummmm... -Got that from Amber :)

Favorite Restaurants:
1. La Playa @ SPID and Weber only
2. TGiFridays- The best baby back ribs- YUM!!
3. Olive Garden
4. Senoir Jamies
5. Miller's BBQ- (not Bill Millers!)
6. Chick Fil-A
7. Schlotsky's
8. Macaroni Grill

Things on my wish list:
1. Lose some weight
2.Landscape the backyard- It's pretty bad!
3. Landscape the backyard- It's pretty bad!
4. Landscape the backyard- It's pretty bad!
5. Landscape the backyard- It's pretty bad!
6. Landscape the backyard- It's pretty bad!
7. Landscape the backyard- It's pretty bad!
8. Landscape the backyard- It's pretty bad!
Can you tell I really want to work on our backyard!!

8 people I am Tagging:
1. Tara Smith
2. Cindy Adams
3. Melissa Larson
4. Libby Swain
5. That's all!!

PBS Palin Vote

2008-10-23T19:05:00.000-07:00

This is for all of my fellow Conservative/Republican readers....

PBS has an online poll posted asking if Sarah Palin is qualified to run as the VP. Apparently, the left wing knew about this in advance(of course, PBS is so liberal!) and are flooding the voting with NO votes. The poll will be reported on PBS and picked up by mainstream media. It can influence undecided voters in swing states.
Please do two things --

1) Click on link and vote YES!
Here's the link: http://www.pbs.org/now/polls/poll-435.html

2) Then send this(or blog about it!) to every McCain-Palin supporter you know, and urge them to vote and pass it on. The last thing we need is PBS saying their viewers don't think Sarah Palin is qualified!

Thanks!

Halloween Memory Game!

2008-10-19T15:45:00.000-07:00

Holly is going to OPRAH!!

2008-10-09T03:36:00.000-07:00

My daughter Holly was off to Chicago yesterday to see one of her good friends, Kim. They are going to The Oprah Show Today!
Hope you guys have fun!!

Happy 29th Anniversary Honey!!

2008-10-02T00:01:00.000-07:00

"29" years ago today Rick and I were married in the Salt Lake Temple. I can't believe it was that long ago! We have 5 beautiful children and 3 beautiful granddaughters to show for it.

I love you Rick!!

Congratulations Mark!!

2008-09-30T19:29:00.000-07:00

I would like to congratulate Mark on completing his Associates of Liberal Arts Degree this summer from Del Mar College. He studied hard, made wonderful grades, and was nominated
and accepted to the Honor's List.
He is now attending Texas A&M Corpus Christi.
I am so proud of you Mark. Keep up the good work!!

Follow Me Please!!

2008-09-27T11:08:00.000-07:00

I visited my daughter Holly's site the other day and she had this neat new fun blogger widget added to her sidebar. It is called the "follower". If you visit my site, please sign up as a follower on my sidebar. Just click on "Follow this Blog" and add your name. So, please sign up and let me know you care!!Thanks for the idea Holly!!

Thanks Kim!!

2008-09-25T14:42:00.000-07:00

My friend Kim gave me this blog award. Thanks Kim!

Here are the rules:
I have to answer the following questions with one word answers and one word only! Then I must pass it on to seven others! This award comes with a list of questions:

1. Where is your cell phone? purse
2. Where is your significant other? work
3. Your hair color? brown
4. Your mother? Bobbie
5. Your father? Ernest
6. Your favorite thing? family
7. Your dream last night? forgotten
8. Your dream/goal? exaltation
9. The room you're in? bedroom
10. Your hobby? blogging
11. Your fear? failure
12. Where do you want to be in 6 years? wiser
13. Where were you last night? shopping
14. What you're not? perfect
15. One of your wish-list items? pool
16. Where you grew up? Oakdale
17. The last thing you did? work
18. What are you wearing? brown
19. Your TV? Fox
20. Your pet? none
21. Your computer? Sony
22. Your mood? average
23. Missing someone? yes
24. Your car? Altima
25. Something you're not wearing? shoes
26. Favorite store? Target
27. Your summer? short
28.Love someone? yes
29. Your favorite color? green
30. When is the last time you laughed? today
31. Last time you cried? today

Those who I think are deserving of this Brillante WeBlog Award are:

Holly
Cindy
Tynel

Nicole
Amber

Melissa B.
Taryn

Rating Our Twilight Blog!

2008-09-23T18:16:00.000-07:00

We've been added to Twilight Topsites.

Please go to our Twilight Blog and click on the link-on the top right-hand side of the page, and rate us! We're trying to be ranked #1. It may take some time, but we're hoping to get there. Your participation will help us reach our goal.
Thanks!!

Deal or No Deal!

2008-09-21T20:38:00.000-07:00

If you like Deal or No Deal you will enjoy this SNL video clip.
I really like Steve Carell.
I thought it was funny!

Ike Evacuation!

2008-09-17T21:12:00.000-07:00

I'd like to thank Holly and Joey for letting us evacuate to their house last week when Hurricane Ike was nearing the gulf coast. I am grateful that we were spared here in Corpus Christi but I am sorry for those in Houston who have lost so much. It's really tricky living on the coast because you never know where the hurricane is exactly going (it had been projected to hit us) so you have to be prepared- boarding windows, checking supplies and food and packing all your valuable pictures and things. It's a lot of hard work and then you don't even get a drop of rain. I am happy though that we had a 4 day weekend to got to visit our family in Dallas. Tara was able to come on Saturday morning and we were all able to spend the day together. Hurricane Ike went through Dallas on Saturday though so it was stormy outside most of the day. We did venture out in the evening though and played some laser tag. It was Aubrey and Ella's first time as well as mine. We had a lot of fun!!
Here are some pictures of us as we waited to be seated at
The Jalepeno Tree. Holly and Aubrey Joey and Cali Taylor, Ella, Mark and Aubrey Aubrey taking pictures with her new "pink" birthday cameraElla posingRick and Tara enjoying their CiCi's pizza Joey, Aubrey and Ella ready for a round of laser tag.
I borrowed this picture from Holly's blog. I thought it was sooo cute!!

Happy 7th Birthday Aubrey!!

2008-09-10T00:01:00.000-07:00

We love you Aubrey!
Have a Wonderful Birthday!!

Sarah Palin for VP!

2008-09-04T05:23:00.000-07:00

Last night I watched the Republican National Convention and really enjoyed Sarah Palin's speech. She is such a breath of fresh air and I feel is a real straight talker. I feel excited about the election again! If you didn't get the chance to watch it, you can read about it or watch the video HERE . The second picture is of her with her husband and 4 of her children. She's had a baby since this picture was taken. Let me know what you think!

Happy Birthday Holly!!

2008-08-31T00:01:00.000-07:00

I love you!!

Hope you have a Great Day!

Mom

We Made it Big!!

2008-08-27T03:17:00.000-07:00

Our Twilight Chronicles

Woohoo, We made it Big!!
I e-mailed Stephenie Meyer - the writer of the Twilight Saga and told her about our Twilight Blog and she added us to her Fanlist on her main web page. We are so excited. I think our Twilight blog is the best one out there!!

Back to School!!

2008-08-25T04:44:00.000-07:00

It's that time of year again. Back to school!! Good luck to my kiddo's that are going back to school - Mark, Austin, Taylor and my darling granddaughters Aubrey and Ella.
Hope you have a great year!!

What Olympic Sport are You?

2008-08-22T18:12:00.000-07:00

I took this fun test after seeing it on Melissa's blog. This was my sport. I have to admit, it does sound a little bit like me.

You Are Tennis

You are highly competitive and driven.

You're in it to win, and you will keep going until you do.

You crave fame, success, and the envy of others.

What Olympic Sport Are You?

Happy 79th Birthday Mom!!

2008-08-20T00:01:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday Mom
We are so lucky to have you as our Mom
Have a Great Day!
I Love You!!

New Twilight Movie Release Date!!

2008-08-15T21:05:00.000-07:00

It was announced today that the Twilight Movie release has been moved up to
Nov. 21st!!
Click here to see article.

Happy 14th Birthday Taylor!!

2008-08-14T00:01:00.000-07:00

Fun in Dallas!!

2008-08-10T18:50:00.000-07:00

Austin, Taylor and I went to Dallas to see my girls!! My daughters' Tara and Holly (and her family) live there. Tara's birthday is Aug. 1st and I was glad we could be there for her birthday. We had lots of fun and I am sad to be back home. Here are some pictures we took while we were there.

Just Hangin Around!

Happy Birthday Tara!

Lunch at Olive Garden!

Fun At the Pool!

Peter Piper Pizza!

Really Cool Splash pad!

Family Time!

New Twilight Blog!!

2008-08-09T17:10:00.000-07:00

Check out our Twilight Chronicles blog site my sister Cindy started. If you like the books, you will love this blog!!

Breaking Dawn Release!!

2008-08-09T07:41:00.000-07:00

I'm back from my vacation to Dallas and done reading the Twilight Series!!
When I was in Dallas visiting Holly and Tara, we decided it would be fun to go at midnight to get the release of Breaking Dawn, the 4th book in the Twilight Series. I had only read the first book Twilight at the time and was on New Moon, but I thought it would be fun to go and wait with the crowd for the new release. These books are so addicting!! Well, I have since read Eclipse and Breaking Dawn. There were some pretty good twists to the story.

Here is a picture of the line at Wal-mart that night.

Holly, Melissa and Tara waiting in line!Yeah, we finally got our hands on one!!

Here we are reading our books. Tara- Breaking Dawn, Holly - Eclipse, and me - New Moon

Happy Birthday Tara!!

2008-08-01T00:01:00.000-07:00

Have a Wonderful Day!

I Love You!!

Mom

Twilight!

2008-07-29T17:28:00.000-07:00

Okay, I finally did it! Holly, Tara and my sister Cindy finally talked me into reading Twilight! The author is Stephenie Meyer. She is an LDS author. I bought it yesterday and finished it today around 1:00. It was really suspenseful!! I couldn't put it down. The second book in the series is New Moon. I just went and got it. I'm anxious to see where this book will take the story! If you haven't read it, I highly recommend it. The movie comes out 12/12/08.

2008-07-27T20:21:00.000-07:00

Pioneer Day Commemoration

2008-07-25T15:46:00.000-07:00

As most of you know, July 24th was Pioneer Day. On Saturday, July 26, at 7:30 p.m. MDT, there will be a live Internet stream of the Pioneer Day Commemoration Concert by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, the Orchestra at Temple Square, and special guests, the Osmonds.

I am so grateful that the early pioneers of the church had the courage to stand strong for their convictions. My heart goes out to them for the many trials and the persecution they had to endure. My family had a reunion in Nauvoo a few years back and it opened my eyes even more to their great courage and their commitment to the Lord. We were also able to visit Carthage where the prophet was killed. I have a deep admiration and love for Joseph Smith. I know he was a prophet of God and that he restored The Gospel of Jesus Christ in these the latter days.

Happy Birthday Rick!!

2008-07-25T07:32:00.000-07:00

I love you!

Hope you have a great day!!

2008-07-23T10:00:00.000-07:00

My daughter Holly and her family just returned from Disneyland and she has posted tons of pictures of their trip. If you are interested in seeing their pictures, you can go to her site at
My Kids Say I'm Silly.

Aren't They Cute!!!

New Family Slideshow!

2008-07-19T18:30:00.000-07:00

I thought I would try my hand at posting a slide show. It's my first one. I really liked the
Rock You site. It was pretty easy! Just wanted to share a few of my favorite family photos.

See it at the top right corner of page!

San Antonio Youth Temple Trip!

2008-07-18T08:08:00.000-07:00

Yesterday we had a youth temple trip to the San Antonio Temple and I was able to go with them. We left the church around 1:30. Got to CiCi's Pizza around 4:00- ate and then on to the temple for the baptismal session for the youth. We got back to Corpus around 10:30. I am so glad I got to go and see all the youth (especially Austin and Taylor) get a chance to be baptized for those who never got the chance here on earth to hear about the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I rode in the car with our Ward's Young Women's President- Tynel Jarnagin. It was fun talking and getting to know her better- She is so... sweet. I'm so grateful I had the chance to attend the temple with the youth and youth leaders. It was a very Special day!

It just wouldn't be a youth temple trip without going to CiCi's!!

"Our Faithful Young Women Leaders"
Mandy, Tynel and Taryn!

Of course the kids always end up in the arcade!
At The Temple
We had a group of about 22 youth!

Austin and Taylor with some of their friends!

Taylor, Austin and I in front of the water wall

Me and Tynel!

Our New Kitchen!

2008-07-14T08:48:00.000-07:00

As some of you might know, especially my husband and my children, I love to decorate!! Last October we started a kitchen redo. We decided that our white wash cabinets and pink laminate countertops just had to go. We painted the cabinets and had a company come in and install granite countertops. The redo did not cost us that much because we did everything ourselves except the countertops. My husband also took down the gigantic light box and installed ceiling can lights and 2 pendants over the bar. I appreciate all the hard work my husband did to make such big improvement in our home. Thank you honey!!

Here are our before and after pictures.

--Before--

--After--Much Better!!
Stayed tuned for more before and after pictures.
We still have whitewash cabinets in the bathrooms!

My First Blog Award!

2008-07-10T09:01:00.000-07:00

Today I received my first blog award!! Grammy Staffy awarded me her Patriotic Award for my 4th of July posts. Check out her site at Grammy's News . I can now say that I have won a Grammy Award. Thanks Grammy, It really means a lot to me!

A Day at the Beach!

2008-07-07T19:51:00.000-07:00

"Fun In

The Sun"

We went to the beach when the Holly, Joey and the girls were down visiting. It was Cali's first time at the beach. She was so cute. She grabbed a handful of sand and it went straight to her mouth. We had a fun time making sand castles, playing in the surf and the girls tried their hand at surfing (with the help of their dad). Joey's parents and sister and her kids were able to come too. We had a great time.

I love this picture of the girls. I think I am going to frame this one!

Cali with her Shovel and Bucket.

Our Little Surfer Girl-Ella

Little Surfer Girl- Aubrey

Aubrey, Taylor and Ella in the surf.
(Taylor just got salt water in his eyes)

Holly, Joey and the girls.

Happy 8th Anniversary Holly and Joey!!

2008-07-06T16:21:00.000-07:00

8 years ago today Holly and Joey were Married in the Dallas Temple. They have since blessed our family with 3 beautiful granddaughters.

Ella, Aubrey
& Cali
Hope you have a Wonderful Day!!

We love you!!

Check These Out- Cupcake Pops!

2008-07-05T09:26:00.000-07:00

I made these cupcake pops for part of our 4th of July Celebration yesterday. I got the idea from a really neat blog site- Bakerella. Of course mine didn't look quite as nice as the ones on the site, but if you don't compare them they look pretty good. My kids really love them. Hope you had a great 4th of July. Below are some cupcakes I made for Mother's Day. I got the idea off the same blog site. I love to be creative and try new things. If any of you know of any sites I might be interested in, please let me know.

2008-07-03T11:11:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday America!!

I am so grateful to live in such a blessed nation. In Ether 2:12, from The Book of Mormon, it states: "Behold, this is a choice land, and whatsoever nation shall possess it shall be free from bondage, and from captivity, and from all other nations under heaven if they will but serve the God of the land, who is Jesus Christ". I know this is true and pray that the God will continue to protect America for all those who have faith in his Son Jesus Christ.

I am so grateful for our Founding Fathers

I know they were inspired to come to America so that the
Gospel of Jesus Christ
could be restored in these Latter Days.
I know that the Declaration of Independance is an inspired document.

Weekend with the Kids

2008-07-01T09:45:00.000-07:00

These are some pictures we took when Holly and Joey and the girls came to visit us at the end of June. We had lots of fun. We went to the base pool with Joey's parents, had a fabulous luau for Cali (put on by his parents), and spent a morning at the beach. We had fun making ice cream in a bag, decorating flip flops and making water bracelets for the girls and of course going out to one of our favorite Mexican Food Restaurants. We had a wonderful time and I miss them already. Thanks for coming and visiting us!

"At the Luau"

Cutie Cali in her grass skirt

Holly and the girls

Dance lessons for the kids

Mark got picked for a Hula contest

Shake it Mark!

Austin and Taylor w/friends Erikka and David

"Fun at the Pool"

Aubrey trying to stand on Joey's back

Joey w/ Ella and Cali

Holly and Cali in the Kiddie Pool

Drill Here, Drill Now, Pay Less Petition

2008-06-18T10:23:00.000-07:00

I was listening to the Sean Hannity Radio show the other day and he mentioned that former House Speaker - Newt Gingrich is heading up a bipartisan petition drive( see video) to pressure congress to take some action on the issue of domestic drilling.

FOX News did a report on the petition drive this morning, and mentioned research data that "73% of the American people agree that with appropriate safeguards to protect the environment, we should drill for oil off America's coasts to reduce our dependence on foreign oil."

They just hit 900,000 signatures on the "Drill Here, Drill Now, Pay Less" petition, and the momentum continues to grow. I went to the Web site: American Solutions and signed the petition the other day. If you are interested and know others that might be, please spread the word.

Happy Father's Day Dad!!

2008-06-16T08:01:00.001-07:00

I'd like to let my dad know how much I love him and how much I admire him. He is a very patient and loving father. I can't believe that he and my mother were brave enough to have 11 children. I have a lot of fond memories growing up in such a neat family. Thanks for being such a wonderful father.

I love you dad!
Patty

Happy Father's Day

2008-06-15T13:49:00.000-07:00

Mets #1

2008-06-10T14:56:00.000-07:00

Taylor's team"The Met's" won first place for the season. Taylor played pitcher, first base and third base. They had a great season and Taylor was a big contributor to their wins.

Taylor with his 1st place trophy

His pitching stance.

His wind up.

Delivery.
Good Job Taylor!!

Our Memorial Day Trip to Dallas

2008-06-08T15:49:00.000-07:00

We had a great time in Dallas seeing everyone. Here are a few pictures we took.
We had a picnic at the park- roasted hot dogs and made S'mores.

Rick and I with our beautiful Granddaughters- Aubrey, Ella and Cali.
What a wonderful and fun birthday to get to spend it with everyone.

Happy to see my girls!!