CRUISE 2010

Well, I'm back from Mexico. 2.5 pounds heavier. Less than I was thinking.

Because we were in a feeding frenzy!

But, there were many lessons learned.

Vacationing with my dad is easy.

He's just so easy going.

I even got him to parasail with me!

The pool area was amazing.

However, the ADULT pool area was more my style.

Shopping on the ship is fun!

Green apples help with seasickness.

I should listen harder to instructions.

Notice the parasailer almost crashing into a building.

That would be me.

It's ok to have one dessert with every single meal.

It's probably not a good idea to have more than one.

Don't let your brother talk you into going into a cage with monkeys.

Just offer to take a picture of him with a snake.

Don't let 18 years of marriage fool you.

These two were like little school kids in love.

I LOVED all the people I traveled with. It was a blast!

And, I loved that my roomie "susie" didn't mind when I wanted to take

a nap. ok. everyday.

Traveling with your parents is so FUN!

Well, at least mine are.

The ship is unbelievable BIG.

You could get lost.

I finally think I learned my lesson with sunblock.

I applied spf 50 and came home barely burned!

When traveling with my brother, it's like we were 10 years old again.

Probably annoying for our other cruisers, but we had a blast!

Figured out I don't particularly LOVE looking over the ship to the water.

Got a little freaked out.

Realized my mom is an animal! She was a party animal!

Loved karaoke. Chatted with everyone.

Made the trip so great!

Spending $48.30 for a Diet Coke card was well worth every penny!

I had an amazing time and about 300 more pictures!

I promise to NOT post 300 more pictures

but I will post some highlights.

Glad to be back!

Step Right up to the Big Top

Wow what a party for a sweet little girl turning 2! Emmy's party was a circus theme. Idea from Karas party ideas Invitation done by Jamie Carter.

We had a food table with nachos, hot dogs, and chili. We also had a treat table with suckers, cupcakes, cotton candy, and many other yummy things!

The party favors were boxes of animal crackers. Cute tags again by Jamie.

What an awesome balloon arch! Thanks to Arlene and Daisy!

Jen Stewart did the popcorn machine and it was a hit! Whats better than buttered popcorn??

THEN WE HAD A LITTLE PHOTO BOOTH! IT WAS SO MUCH FUN!

Thanks to everyone who helped us! I think all the kids had so much fun and I know Emmy will remember this forever!! Happy Birthday my little Emster! Aunt Jenny loves you!

lots of snow for lots of fun

Last weekend I was invited to spend a few days with my friend Jen and her family in Utah. They have a cabin in Brianhead and were so sweet to include me with their family! However, things were not that easy getting there! There was so much snow, that the people who were already there were snowed in, and those of us who weren't there yet....couldn't get in! It was kind of comical. But, after being snowmobiled in about a 25 min ride....we were there! But, then came the snowmobile mechanical problems. Spark plugs, brakes, gas....we needed it all! They were stuck miles away from the cabin. But about 4 hours later, with a bunch of exhausted peeps, we all we there! And, it was a total blast! We had great food, alot of laughs, games, snowmobiling, tubing, some skiied, some snowboarded, and relaxation too! It was a much needed trip!

Would you look at the size of this Stop sign? Is that the cutest thing ever?? It's so mini!

Sydney with her Aunt Jenny

Summer, Madison and Kaylee

Tanner and his mom Christina

Sydney and Jen her mom

Jason and his daughter Sydney

Heather's little girl Bridgett

Me, Summer and Sydney

Me and Ty

Heather with her kiddos. Madison, Katelyn and Levi

me and Christina

Jen rollin with the peace sign

Amber's birthday!

March 6th was Amber's birthday! We have such close birthdays so we always celebrate for a month straight. :) Or at least we try to. I love that when we think of things we want, even 6 months after the fact, we say....Happy Birthday! Ten things I love about Amber

• She is the best mom.
• No matter how much she has going on {4 kids, church calling, work, husband} she always has time for me.
• I never have to ask Amber for help. She just knows when I need it.
• Her skin. It's just not fair to be that beautiful.
• She's spontaneous. Always up for fun!
• She's the most loyal person.
• Her creativity.
• Her heart. She loves so much.
• She is so motivating. On everything. She is wonder woman.
• I love her jewelry company. It's just the cutest stuff. :)

Happy Birthday Amber! I love you!

Prayers for Dave

My brother Dave has been in the hospital with a rare form of phemonia. Everyday is a struggle. I am starting to think he's just trying to get out of ziplining with me next week. :)

We would appreciate all the prayers for his quick recovery!