Olympic swimmer

Okay, so the other day I was telling my dad how Cameron copies any sport he sees on TV. He copies the basketball players, football players, gymnists, even the ice skaters. Well, last night was the swimming trials for the Olympics.





I know, I know. I don't get nearly enough videos of Gloria. She is equally adorable, but goes from thing to thing so quickly I often miss it by the time I get the recorder. She loves to organize and pile things. Playing babies is her most favorite. She is also a little camera shy. But tonight I am going to try to get her cheering at Cam's soccer game.

Soccer game

Yesterday, Cam had his first soccer game. They only played 3 on 3 with no goalies, and 4 four minute quarters. Cam has been so excited for this. He was worried that everyone would laugh at him if he didn't make it in the goal. In the past he has been too shy to even play.

So, imagine James and I on the sideline watching our son get the first goal. It was so exciting. Then he scored again. Luckily, I was in the right frame of mind to get my recorder going. Then he scored another and another. I looked at James and swore there was a tear in his eye.

I had to leave early, but James called with the outcome. Of course, they don't officially keep score so there are no winners or losers. But James was keeping track. The score was 9-2. And can you guess who scored all 9 of our points? That's right. Our little Cam. With Glori cheering him on all the way. She is the best cheerleader. They finally took Cam out so the other kids could have a chance to get the ball.

Chocolate Chip Cookies

These are not your ordinary chocolate chip cookies. They are soft and fluffy. Absolutely irresistible.

1 C shortening
1 3/4 C sugar
2 eggs
2 t vanilla

Cream together
Add:
1 C milk

Mix until smooth

Combine then add to creamed mixture:
4 1/2 C flour
2 t baking powder
2 t baking soda
1 t salt

Add:

Chocolate Chips

Bake: 375 for 11 min. Makes 4 dozen.



"Yummy...mmm, yummy" was all my kids could say. But then Glori said something that made me glad I'd let them lick the bowl. She said, "You're the best mommy ever."

Pacabel Canon in D Rant

If you're a music geek like me you'll appreciate this. I personally love Pacabel's Canon.

(Jen, I hope you don't mind me stealing this from your blog.)

Gary and Becky -- June 7, 2008

These are the some of the pictures from my dad and Becky's wedding. It was very lovely and I'm glad I was able to be there.

Soccer kid

Cameron starts soccer next week, so we got his uniform and he puts it on every chance he gets.

She takes after me.

Glori is so cute when she jumps and she love it so much, just like her mom.

Shameless...

I know I shouldn't show off like this, but I can't help it. I have always wanted to be able to do a back flip. When I was 30 I decided that I'd lived a decent enough life that if anything happened to me in the attempt to do one, I'd be okay with that. So I did it. Now I love doing back flips. I put the kids to bed and go jump all by myself.

The Host

This post is for all my Twilight buddies out there. I just finished The Host. It is a must read! It takes a little getting used to, but it is definitely worth it. Try it and if you live near me, you can borrow mine.

College buddy.

This is Jen, my best friend from college. Cam was our camera man. We are cracking up because he kept lowering the camera and getting pictures of our boobs. (I decided not to put those on the blog.)

Our kids: Gloria, Jericho, Solomon, Cam.

Pics of my family.

I love my Boise family. I never really saw them very much growing up. Basically just once a year. But I am bonded to them. I love them deeply. Here are some of their pictures. I wish I would've taken more. There are so many that I didn't get pictures of.

My cousin Kathi

This is my aunt Martha. She has dimensia. I was sad that she didn't know me, but I'm glad I got to see her. She was a dancing fool at the reception.

My cousin Dave. He and his wonderful wife housed us for the week.

My cousin Debbie and her daughter Briana (my cousin once removed).

The kids with Mac (Debbie's husband). Cam asked me if we could keep him.

My cousin Steve. He's a hoot.

Steve's daughter Kaitlyn. She loves me because she though I was Belle in my dress.

Steve and Diane, and girls: Jenna, Kaitlyn and Emily.

My dad's new dog. He's learned how to compromise. He didn't want a dog. Becky did. He got a dog.

Wedding pics

I am so happy for my dad. Becky is great and she makes him happy.

More pics of Boise

My athlete.

My princess.

Cousins, Kaden and Morgan

Turner great-grandchildren

My nephew, baby Andrew.

We're Back!!!

We just returned from a great vacation in Boise. Luckily, we had no problems with flights. It was so good to see my family. I will post pictures as I have more time. But many of you know the saga of the dress. I am proud to say that I was able to fit comfortably in the dress. This is my dad and my brother. Handsome, aren't they?

Chris graduates

This weekend we went to Ohio to go to Chris' graduation. We had a little get together for him. Cam absolutely adores his big brother.

Chris was obviously so excited to graduate.

Again, his enthusiasm was almost too much!

Poor Cocoa had to share her kennel with Megan. (I'm going to get in so much trouble for this one.)