Let's not forget Tessa's success!

Tessa ran her first marathon last Saturday! Top of Utah! Great job sis!

LOTOJA 2009, OUCH!

Do not attempt this when you have the flu!!! There are major consequences. But I am so glad I did my part!! Thanks to the "Hell's Angel" who followed me and gave me support! He also was the photographer, oh and my super awesome dad on his Harley. I really am so llucky to have such a supportive dad that drove around for hours keeping my spirits up while I thought I might die of exhaustion. Thanks DAD, my earthly angel. And thanks to everyone else that prayed for me and supported me in thier special way. I did IT!!

surprise camping birthday party

Unfortunetly, I only got 3 pics before my batteries went dead! But this was the best birthday ever! Talk about surprise! My family pulled off a surprise camping party for me over labor day! Talk about "wowed" They tricked me completely. I thought i was just going up to Bloomington Lake to ride horses with DAD. But then in the trees I saw a herd of people scatter and hide like cochroches! Then they came down the hill singing happy birthday. Man, it was great. Having the whole family there and man talk about amazingly delicious food! The Dahl's really know how to cook over a campfire! Thank you my awesome family!

My Birthday!! With friends

Kenna and Bella!

Kenna is an amazing cowgirl and niece. I had so much fun spending the day with her. She came Sunday night and we party all night and chit chatted til' late in the night. (shhh, don't tell mom and dad!) Then the next moring we had super yummy breakfast, watched cartoons, went for a walk with the dogs. We went roller blading and later horseback riding on Cache and Bella. Grabbed some lunch and met Matt!

My new puppy, KODA, growing up with my super awesome old lady SAGE!

Banana Bread

Well, kids here it is.... The Recipe for the best banana bread ever!!!

Banana Bread

1/2 C butter 1t Baking Powder
1 1/2 C sugar 3/4t Salt
2 eggs 3 ripe bananas
1t vanilla 1 C Sour Cream!!!
2 C flour
1t Baking Soda

Cream butter, add sugar, a little at a time.
Beat in eggs, 1 at a time
Add vanilla, bananas (mashed w/sour cream)
MIX WELL

Sift flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt
MIX WELL

Mix together and pour into a lightly greased pan at 350* for 1 1/2 hours until done

note: cook time really does vary, keep an eye on it after 30minutes.

alli's wedding

My little sis gets married. I saw my dad walk Alli down the aisle and thought, man I feel bad for Dad, it must be tough. But then I saw her standing there infront of Merritt and thought, I feel bad for me! I know most people say, "you're not losing a sister but gaining a brother." I love Merritt and think he is terrific, but today I resent him... he is taking my sister and best friend away to Moscow, Idaho. Marriage is great and happy and ....... but lets be honest for those that aren't getting married its tough.
All the same, I am so happy that alli found somebody she loves and who adores her!
Congrats lil' sis!

STILL WAITING

You know, I must be the most patient person on earth! Everything I have ever really wanted I have had to wait for forever. I know that sounds impatient! But its true. The Lord really has been a great teacher, Iam just a poor student, because I am still waiting. Apparently, I am not a perfect student. I am still having to stay after for detention.

Even when clouds block the blue skies, the blue skies always remain. Besides it is so much more beautiful with clouds!

Slumber PARTY!!! In a tent!!

We had a little slumber party at my house a few weeks ago. And it was a blast. We created the best tent ever!!! All from sheets and knots. We all watched movies with milkshakes, candy and popcorn. Then spent the night in our tent. The funniest part was.... at some point julian had slipped into Paytons sleeping bag with her. And at about 4am I woke up to screaming. The were yelling at eachother to get out of "thier" sleeping bag. Both totally confused why they were in the same one and thinking that the other one was trying to stealing thiers. Yes, even at 4am this made me chuckle. And made for a long day!!! But a fun one!!

Parenting 101, Lesson 1:

As much fun as you might be having, children require sleep, so always keep that in mind when the night is getting late!!!!

struggle in blog world

Can someone please help me. I want to add a picture slideshow of all the pics i have posted, and I want to add music. I can't figure it out? HELP?

GOOD LIFE

No worries all, Sage is doing much better. And I am doing pretty great. But this has been a tough week I am seriously surprised by the youth today. Surprised by all the strength and wisdom they have, but after this week, I just can't believe some of the stuff they go through. And much of it cause by themselves. And then parents or adults that should be helping and compassionate don't get it!! Its sad! So, I have been thinking, does it start with kids not having enought to do? Like chores, or homework or anything worthy to do, but watch tv or wii to play? And then are parents too afraid that there happy little life might become to complicated if they take the time to listen and help thier children. As if the kids problems might get them dirty, or they might actually have to take time to be a parent. Or the worse thing ever, someone might find out that they don't have a perfect life! Perfect kids or Aren't Perfect Parents!!! Thoughts?

HELP

Okay, everybody that knows me, knows how much I love my dog! But I am really worried she has suddenly started to shiver or is trembling. She is not cold, or excited or needs to go potty. She still is happy to come and walk......... Anybody have any ideas? I don't want to wait until Monday to feel less worried!!!

Thanksgiving!!!

The crab artichoke dip wasn't such a hit, even with the dogs!







I love Thanksgiving!!! And boy does Mom know how to cook!!! OOO LA LA!!! I had never had a Cajun Deep Friend Turkey. The initial taste was shocking, but leftovers was so so so good!!! And mom made this new green bean casserole. skrumshus!! Love it! Man, I know everybody knows it, but boy mom can really get a meal together.!! The greatest dinner planner and the best chef!
I just made a pie and veggie tray.












my relish tray, work of art, right? my turkey pie, actually just apple.

Christmas 2008

I love the holidays, especially when our family can get together..... THE WHOLE FAMILY!! That was the best Christmas gift ever. It was fun to see all the grandkids run up and down the home of Jared and Renee's. I am so excited to see more of it, when Matt and Jen move home!!! Hopefully we will find time to see eachother. And I can't wait to have all my nieces and nephews over for a slumber party. Being an aunt is great!!!