Granny Franny

Great Sadness!

2011-07-08T13:43:00.000-07:00

These are the few photos that survived the drowning. My camera decided to take a dip in Sydney and Bob's pool. It passed peacefully but I'm having a hard time adjusting to it missing from my purse. I was always ready at a moment's notice to grab a picture of a special occasion.

Of course I would love a new fancy camera like Megan just purchased but I will have to save up for it.

I have counted on pictures to tell my stories because I'm not a fabulous writer.

Let me wipe away the tears!

Our visit with Chad and family a few weeks ago was awesome and we loved getting to know Lindsey and Spencer for a quick visit. They were in Vegas for a friend's wedding.

I was more than happy to help watch Shea, Nathan and Abby while Sydney and Bob said their goodbyes to Bob's Mom in Michigan. I will miss Cathy's visits to Las Vegas.

Ilah was here for the blink of an eye. We did get in some swimming, shopping and a fun hour of pampering. Ilah's fingernails and toes nails were so pretty.

I guess life will go on but there is an empty spot in my purse and my heart for my Canon. Goodbye sweet camera. How will I irritate my children without you always at my side?

What's The Best Part Of Visiting Globe, Arizona?

2011-05-27T21:51:00.000-07:00

The best part of visiting Globe is sharing time with our son, Chad and his amazing family.

Megan, Chad's wife puts me to shame. She made us the most delicious homemade cupcakes I've ever tasted.

Grandchildren, Bree, Mason and Baby Lincoln are absolutely beautiful inside and out.

I can't believe Jim and I are so blessed with such an extraordinary posterity. REALLY!

The children always enjoy a treasure hunt leading them to goodies from Granny Franny and Papa.

The day before our visit to feast our eyes on our newest grandson, Lincoln Porter, I decided to whip up a cuddly blanket, special for this adorable new bundle of joy. Lincoln is a handsome easy going happy baby. There are pictures of him enjoying his gift.

We loved going to church with our darlings.

Bass Pro Shop is always a fun adventure for children and adults.

Nathan's Spring Program 2011

2011-05-10T20:30:00.000-07:00

My Day Off

2011-05-10T15:22:00.000-07:00

At 8:35 A.M. Nathan and Shea called me and Nathan said, "Grandma, are you coming to my Spring program". I asked quickly what time was it starting. I could hear Sydney in the background saying it starts at 9:15 A.M. Yikes! I said I will be there and hung up. I had to shower, dress, makeup my face ( Major work there) , get the hair dry and drive to his school. I MADE IT!

Then we went to Abby's Gymboree music class and made a quick zip to Toys R Us to find Bree, Mason and Lincoln gifts for next week's visit. We can't wait to get on the road to introduce ourselves to our sweet new grandson, Lincoln.

Mother's Day Is A Special Day!

2011-05-10T15:07:00.000-07:00

Church was awesome!

The pancakes with strawberries, Daddy made were awesome!

Dinner with Sydney and Rachel's sweet families was awesome!

Visiting with all my AZ. and MO. kids on the phone was awesome.

I truly need a more expansive vocabulary. Wouldn't you agreed?

I love being a mommy!

Getting Ready For Easter

2011-04-22T14:06:00.000-07:00

It's Friday and we're preparing for Easter. Shea, Nathan and Abby worked hard on our annual Easter goodie craft day. Sydney saved me by helping with the creation.

After playing in chocolate and a wide assortment of gooey candies we zipped over to the park with our Tropical Smoothies in hand.

We'll be all ready for church on Sunday and a delicious holiday meal. Let's not forget the Easter baskets and the big egg hunt at G and G's home.

Where are all my grandkids??? Have an awesome Easter! Send pictures, please.

We Survived Spring Break!

2011-03-27T10:27:00.000-07:00

Ha! Ha! Spring break was AWESOME! Jimmy, Amy, Emily and Megan crashed at G and G Wallace's home in Las Vegas. They went to Redrock Canyon, Mt. Charleston, The Shark Reef and checked out Papa's Luxor. Sydney and Bob took the girls to the amazing Beatles Love show and dinner.

Then we all packed up and headed to Laguna Beach for a day and two fabulous nights at the California Adventure Hotel at Disneyland thanks to the Keyes family. We stayed in a two story suite that had a full kitchen, dining room, living room, three separate bedrooms with full bathrooms and a loft, complete with couch and a pool table. There were big screen TVs everywhere. AMAZING!

We ate too much and rested too little.

Jimmy and gang had a quick lay over at the Grand Canyon and drove straight home.

As soon as we get all the laundry done we'll all rest. Woo Hoo!

Happy Birthday Mason

2011-02-05T20:31:00.000-08:00

I love my g-kids! Chad and Megan brought Bree and Mason to visit for a few days. The best part of the visit was celebrating Mason third birthday. The worst part was Mason smashing his ring finger under a small watermelon size rock in Grandma and Papa's front yard. Chad and Megan had to zip him off to the emergency room where he got stitches and bandaged up. Of course he got presents for being such a brave boy and of course Grandma had lots of tears.

All in all it was a FABULOUS weekend.

NATHAN'S FOURTH BIRTHDAY 2011

2011-01-27T20:33:00.000-08:00

I can't believe Nathan is four years old. He celebrated with friends, family, video games and more.

I wish all his cousins could have been here.

Papa was so cute playing basketball with all the kids. It's a good thing we live in Las Vegas where we weren't knee deep in snow. It was a lovely day in the high sixties.

SNOW HOUR

2011-01-03T19:42:00.000-08:00

It wasn't a whole snow day, it was snow that fell for a couple of hours.

No, I didn't want to get in my vehicle and head off to work. It took great courage to drive away. By the time Daddy got home at three, the white stuff was all gone. (Sad but true)

Gosh it was fun while it lasted! Thank goodness for photography.

Happy Holidays

2011-01-02T13:34:00.000-08:00

Christmas was as magical as it should be. Jim and I are so fortunate to be so near Sydney and Rachel. We "Christmas hopped" to both of their charming homes on Christmas morning, then had a fun dinner at our home that evening.

Of course Christmas Eve was a blast at Bob and Sydney's home. Judy and Lisa joined us for yummy food and fun fun games.

On Dec. 27, Sydney and Bob zipped off to Boston for a Anniversary/Christmas get-a-way. Shea, Nathan, Abby and Granny Franny rocked the week with games, basketball, scooters and bedtime stories. All the damage to the house can be repaired I'm sure!

Papa checked in on us but we're a little too wild for his taste. So he'd have dinner and split!

Happy 2011 to family and friends.

Remember the rules:

1.No getting hurt

2.No getting sick

It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas

2010-12-17T20:16:00.000-08:00

We're ready now! The grandkids had their baking day with Granny Franny.

Even Trust joined Shea, Nathan and Abby in making snowman cupcakes.

I made dinner and Shea, Nathan and Abby are spending the night so Sydney and Bob can have a serious talk with Santa Clause.

Papa and I gave the children one special gift. I recorded The Very First Christmas with the beautifully illustrated book put out by Hallmark.

I hope this blog entry finds each of you filled with the joy of the season.

I wish I had all my wonderful family here. I'd make hot chocolate with lots of whipped cream for everyone.

Thanksgiving Weekend 2010

2010-11-28T11:52:00.000-08:00

I'm sitting here with red eyes from crying because Jimmy and Amy drove off heading back to Missouri about an hour ago.

We truly had an awesome weekend. Amy is a joy and so upbeat and positive. We are blessed to have her join the Wallace clan.

Thanksgiving dinner was "FABULOUS"! The Black Friday shopping was a "BLAST"! Redrock Canyon was "AMAZING"! Visiting the Temple was "SPECIAL"! Going to play in the snow and having lunch at the lodge atop Mt. Charleston was "FREEZING"!

I need a nap!

Pure Joy!

2010-11-07T21:36:00.000-08:00

It's very surreal watching a child you brought into this world having their own child. Rachel did an amazing job.

Giving birth is nothing short of experiencing a miracle. Rachel and Jeremy will never be the same. Their lives will never be the same. They will experience greater joy then they have ever known.

They have been given a precious gift. I know they will be worthy awesome parents! Along the way there will be fear, sleep deprivation, anxiety and heartache.

It's all worth it, I promise!

Trust Huntington Guarino was born at 2:25 P.M. on 10/20/2010. He weighed 6 lbs. 9oz.

Happy Halloween 2010

2010-10-31T20:33:00.000-07:00

What a beautiful evening to collect bags full of free candy. Of course a small fortune is spent on costumes and decoration to make your home Halloween trick or treater appealing. Bob worked really hard to make the magic happen. Giggle! Giggle!

Sydney made a delicious chili and cornbread casserole, a yummy strawberry spinach salad and Lisa brought melt in your mouth chocolate spiders.

Shea, Nathan and Abby were very generous with their treats.

Abigail Chase Keyes Turns Two

2010-10-17T15:47:00.000-07:00

Abigail celebrated her second birthday at the Vistas Park last evening with family and friends.

Abby is our shy sweetheart for sure. All the attention was a little overwhelming. Her adorable face was hard to capture in snapshots.

Abby won't be our youngest grandchild for long, Rachel is defiantly going to deliver Baby Trust soon.

October is an awesome month!

Happy Birthday To My Honey

2010-10-14T20:44:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday! Jim loves Olive Garden so guess where we all gathered for dinner. Guess what he wanted for a present. Well of course, he wanted coins and that's what he got.

He's still darling at 62. I'm a lucky woman!

Fun Saturday

2010-10-09T23:00:00.000-07:00

I only caught the end of Shea's 9:00 A.M. baseball game but I watched him receive the game ball. Jim had been working hard all morning to get the yard work done, Autumn is here and everything is green and blooming. He has every plant perfectly manicured and I love it. I wanted to catch Shea's game before Sydney, the g-kids and I zipped off to The Orleans to see the Disney Live Mickey's Magic Show. Disney always offers great entertainment.

Last Saturday we were enjoying all our sweethearts in Joplin, Mo. This Saturday Jim and I had lots of home chores like laundry, changing bedding, dusting, vacuuming, yard work ext.

Jim and I decided we needed a date night. We had dinner at P.F. Chang's and went to see a romantic comedy with Katherine Heigl in it. It was pretty good in a worldly kinda way.

How did you spend your Saturday?

The Wedding Toast To Jimmy And Amy

2010-10-05T20:02:00.000-07:00

We Love Our Missouri Kids!

2010-10-05T10:20:00.000-07:00

Jim and I spent an amazing four and a half days with our sons and their families in Joplin Missouri. We arrived in Springfield just after 11:00A.M. on Thursday, September 30, 2010. and came home on the fourth of October, 2010.

We went to softball games, football games and we watched the LDS conference on TV. We hugged, kissed and visited a lot! Jennifer and Michael stuffed us with melt in your mouth homemade chili, fresh bread and awesome French dip sandwiches. I can't tell you what amazing hosts they are. Their home is lovely and filled with love and the spirit of Christ.

We saw Michael's new classroom in the newly built school. He teaches the sciences and coaches too.

It was a thrill to watch Tucker play varsity football in their school Homecoming game. Michael is one of the coaches. I had a hard time not choking up with heart felt emotion throughout the game. Jennifer, Taysom, Ilah and Henry are great fans. They are an amazing family!

We went to Mo. to see the Homecoming game and to go to our Jimmy's wedding. Yes, Jimmy divorced this year and it has been a rough road but Heavenly Father has blessed him to find Miss Amy.

Daddy and I can see the love in their eyes and hearts. Sunday evening their Bishop married them in a darling old restored bed and breakfast in nearby Eureka Springs, Ar. Family gathered to celebrate their love in a small service. Both Jimmy and Amy were glowing. Their children gathered around them in love and celebration. They have plans to be sealed in a temple in one year. Camille,Megan, Heather and Shane love their Daddy and Emily and Lindsey love their Mommy. They are all blending into an amazing loving family. Time and patiences will bond them closer and closer.

Okay, maybe some of you don't know that Jim and I became great grandparents five months ago. Jimmy's oldest daughter, Camille gave birth to Saelac. We saw him in person for the first time on this trip. He is adorable. I've never seen such a happy mellow baby. We have been blessed for sure.

The trip was over in the blink of an eye. It was short and sweet and hard to beat! Enjoy the pictures.

Rachel's Baby Shower For Trust

2010-10-05T09:08:00.000-07:00

We had a blast! Rachel was beautiful and the cake was adorable.

We served a delicious mexican buffet from Cafe Rio that was yummy!

Rachel and Jeremy are all set for their baby Trust to arrive.

Back To School

2010-08-30T19:45:00.000-07:00

How exciting is the first day of school? Drue loved his first day in middle school. Honestly, he was beaming!

Shea came running out of his second grade class smiling ear to ear. I got big hugs and we walked home hand in hand. Do you think I was thrilled? Yeah!

The heart breaker was having Nathan head off to preschool two days a week. He just changed and seemed to grow up over night. He absolutely can't wait to get to school on Tuesday and Thursday.

Now this is just the g-kids in Las Vegas. Come on family, I'm waiting to see all my amazing grandchildren in photos on their first day of school. Please!

We Are Family 2010

2010-07-24T11:01:00.000-07:00

The Wallace Family Reunion was a huge success! Colorado was wonderful and we didn't have to call 911 once.

The fishing wasn't great but everyone enjoyed the effort made trying to get us a big family fish fry. Shea's one rainbow trout was delicious!

Megan made scrumptious homemade bread, Sydney lead us in making a really fun pinata, Jimmy and Heather brought paints to make pet rocks and Jeremy taught us fly fishing. Michael and Jenn brought a giant water balloon sling shot. What a blast we all had! Of course Papa and I sent all our g-kids on a treasure hunt for a black locked box full of cash and we played many hours of our traditional bingo game for cash. I do believe there were at least five puzzles put together and the family feud game created by Megan involved all of us and was awesome. The Vegas team rocks!

We had a family baby shower for Rachel and Jeremy. We sang Karaoke and everyone brought awesome gifts.

You may notice that the children have oozing sores and burns all over them. I brought tattoos that look like gross bodily injuries. They loved them!

We traveled to some amazing Indian ruins, we went mountain bobsledding, ate a wonderful chuck wagon dinner and experienced the most fun cowboy live stage show in Durango. Thanks to Chad bringing a small fishing boat we have great memories of zipping around the lake. The lake was cold but that didn't stop us. Some of our best moments were slashing around in the water.

A special thanks to my two favorite son-in-laws, Bob and Jeremy, who put up with our nonsense and worked very hard to make this a wonderful vacation. They make our family complete.

Sydney and Bob granted Taysom and Megan a magical air flight ticket so they were able to spend an extra week with the Las Vegas family. Lucky them, lucky us!

I can't begin to describe every fabulous moment that occurred in one small week. I didn't mention the bear, the chipmunks, ground hogs and eagles, the amazing sunsets, campfires, dutch oven cooking and secret little moments I spent with each of my children and my grandchildren bonding our heart together as one. If laughter makes you healthier, I am a very healthy g-ma. If tears age you, I'm very old. GIGGLE!

To get mushy for a moment, Jim and I are so blessed and grateful for our precious family. We are far from perfect but we all respect each other and realize the gifts that have been granted to us.

Jim and I love our Jimmy, Megan Kate, Shane and Heather. Our thoughts were with Camille and Saelac who were unable to be with us. Next time, sweethearts.

Jim and I love our Michael, Jennifer, Taysom, Tucker, Ilah and Henry.

Jim and I love our Chad, Megan, Bree, Mason and Baby Riley. ( Riley is tucked away in our hearts and I'm sure he is making Heavenly Father smile)

Jim and I love our Sydney, Bob, Shea, Nathan and Abigail.

Jim and I love our Rachel, Jeremy and Drue and soon to be baby Trust.

Where are we meeting in two years, family?

Jeremy is ready to fish!

2010-07-05T16:05:00.000-07:00

Summer Fun

2010-07-05T09:24:00.000-07:00

Where is the summer going? I can't believe we celebrated the 4TH of July, Independence Day, yesterday. Wait until you see Jeremy demonstrating his fishing equipment in Syd and Bob's swimming pool. Judy and Lisa brought yummy goodies to celebrate with us. I wish there were more pictures of all of us. I guess I was having too much fun living in the moment or the family started yelling at me to put the camera down!

I would be kidding to say I love this Las Vegas heat! I can't wait to be in the mountains of Colorado next week.

While Sydney and Bob had a few fun days in Chicago I had a few fun days playing with Shea, Nathan and Abby. Chuckie Cheese was a great way to beat the heat at lunch time. We spent two hours beating the heat. Giggle!

Sorry, the video won't upload. I'll send it later.

SUNDAY WAS AWESOME

2010-06-21T19:53:00.000-07:00

Father's Day was lovely. We spent a relaxing morning enjoying our beautiful backyard. Jim loved plucking a few of the first perfect plums from his favorite tree.

Thoughout the day everyone of our five children made contact with their dad. We really are so blessed.

After church and watching some of the U.S. Open, we celebrated while devouring a delicious dinner with Bob, Sydney, Shea, Nathan, Abby, Rachel, Jeremy and Drue. The rest of our terrific family was tucked away deep in our hearts and hopefully having as precious a day as we were.

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY

2010-06-21T19:48:00.000-07:00

Three Weeks From Today

2010-06-18T15:57:00.000-07:00

You know how organized I can be! I'm more excited than prepared.

Three weeks from today I jump in my Rav 4 and head toward Bayfield, Colorado just outside of Durango.

With two large cabins awaiting us on the beautiful Vallecito lakeside, all our children, their amazing wives and husbands and their children will meet Jim and I for an amazing Wallace Family Reunion for a whole week!

I have gathered all the essential products that we will need, such as toilet paper, paper towel, sunscreen, Lysol, SOS and etc. etc. etc.

Each cabin will receive a lovely basket of boring stuff, I know, but instead of our vehicle being full of our precious grandchildren, we will have paper plates, cups and plastic ware for all.

I know I'm silly and I over think things but I just want everyone to be comfortable and feel free to use all the toilet paper they need!

Oh my gosh, I can't wait. I love my FAMILY!!!

While Mommy Was Away

2010-06-14T20:22:00.000-07:00

Shhh! Don't tell Sydney but while she was working hard at church girls camp, Shea, Nathan and Abby had a BLAST with G-Ma!

After a magical hour mesmerized by story time at the library we zipped over to "Mc Donalds". We burned off those fatty calories playing "Dance Freeze" to the electric piano.

Just imagine if I had all my grandchildren playing "Dance Freeze". Now that's a dream come true!

Memorial Day Weekend

2010-05-29T13:14:00.000-07:00

Hi my honeys! Shea and Nathan had a sleep over Friday night with Papa and Grandma. We played at the Lone Mountain Park for about two hours. It was a lovely late afternoon. We zipped to the grocery store to pick up all the goodies for the evening and decided to pick up a pizza on the way home. After inhaling dinner we ran across the street to our little neighborhood park with the big wheel and the two new balls we purchased at the grocery store. By 7:30 p.m. it was getting a little cool so we went home to blow up the super duper king size air bed and get our jammies on. We snuggled in bed with our Oreo cookies and milk watching "Mickey Mouse Playhouse" until we dozed off.

Nathan was first to wake at 6:30 A.M. While I made waffles, they played games on the computer. Shea and Nathan love "Garage Band" and "Mickey Mouse Playhouse" games.

Sydney called after we were all bathed and dressed and invited us to take a little drive to the "Bass Pro Shop". Who could resist. We're all getting ready for the July family reunion. They wanted to look at fishing equipment and we ended up getting lots of fun grownup and kid toys for our week in cabins on a lake in Colorado. Can't wait!

Happy 29, Rachel

2010-05-17T21:27:00.000-07:00

What a year Rachel has had. She married and now is expecting her first baby around Halloween.

We celebrated her 29TH birthday with a delicious barbecue and swim party at Sydney and Bob's home. Jeremy's parents and niece joined us for this special evening.

Jim and I can't believe our youngest child is so old. Giggle, giggle!

GOTTA LOVE DISNEYLAND

2010-04-26T09:45:00.000-07:00

We're back or I should say I'm back. Daddy got some well needed rest after his trip to the hospital to have three more stints placed in the arteries to his heart. After I was assured that Jim was doing very well, I went gallivanting around Disneyland with Sydney, Bob, Shea, Nathan and Abby for four days.

The Keyes have a timeshare with Disney so we had an amazing suite at the Grand California Hotel. The room had a wonderfully stocked kitchen and a large dining area. We made breakfast every morning before heading off to the Magic Kingdom. We even made breakfast for Aunt Maxine, Uncle Jack and their daughter, Wendy with her whole family one morning. They were at Disneyland celebrating Little Jack's birthday.

A super fun time was taking Abby to "The Princess Dinner". Sydney and I savored every moment enjoying a wonderful dinner and watching Abby in her beautiful Cinderella dress mingle with all the Disney princesses. Of course the guys went to the Angels game.

We all went to an Angels' game on Saturday afternoon. They were clobbered by the New York Yankees.

Enjoy the pictures!

More Pictures Of Easter Fun

2010-04-04T21:51:00.000-07:00

Easter With The Prophet!

2010-04-04T20:18:00.000-07:00

It's always special when Easter falls on Conference weekend. Of course we don't get to dress up in our new Sunday outfits until next Sunday but we get to hear our sweet Prophet and Apostles over the whole weekend right from our televisions at home. After all Easter is about the love of our Christ! I was very uplifted by all the encouragement and I was inspired to try to be a better person. I'm thankful for the knowledge I have of the gospel and I'm truly grateful for a wonderful family to whom I adore. I have been blessed with a sweet life.

Of course Easter is filled with good food, Easter egg hunts, lots of laughter and chocolate found in the strangest places! I can't imagine life without all my amazing children, their spouses, grandchildren, my sweet sisters, nieces, nephews and choice friends.

The G-Kids Make Easter Treats 2010

2010-04-02T18:35:00.000-07:00

Making Easter treats is a tradition with Granny Franny. This year we were inspired by a recipe Paula Deen prepared on her cooking show a few days ago. It's very close to a family favorite we make called "Potato candy". It's that exactly but she makes a ball and dips it in chocolate. You can't go wrong with that!

Drue was the master baker along with his assistants, Shea, Nathan and Abigail.

There is chocolate in Granny's house where chocolate should never be found!!!

Sydney, Bob and Rachel cheered us on and stuck a finger in here and there.

We shared a delicious taco dinner and had our decedent Easter creations for dessert.

Spring Is Springing!

2010-03-11T19:28:00.000-08:00

Our beautiful pear tree is very excited to begin "SPRING". Jim and I agree that we are excited too.

The rain and snow flurries have been amazing this winter. There truly should be an excellent burst of color in store for us very soon.

Of course most of you know that our baby is expecting a baby. Rachel and Jeremy gave us this wonderful news just a week ago. Jim and I are so thrilled to greet number 16. We will adore our sixteenth grandchild as much as we adore each and every one of our precious g-kids. Their sweet angel will arrive early November. Just imagine Rachel blossoming in pregnancy. Now that's a big giggle!

SMALL MOMENTS OF JOY!

2010-02-27T07:39:00.000-08:00

For two weeks Shea has been very patiently waiting for Grandma to come over and watch him ride his bike without training wheels. Grandma was gone for over a week helping Chad and his sweet family. Grandma came home to a week of hard work at the office. This Friday Grandma was waiting at the door when Shea came home from school.

Shea and Nathan both showed off great accomplishments on their bikes.

Do you remember when you were able to handle that bike all on your own with perfect balance, turning and stopping without a collision? This is pure "JOY".

Watch out Shea, Nathan is right behind you. He wants to be just like his big brother!

2010-02-27T06:33:00.000-08:00

TILL WE MEET AGAIN!

2010-02-24T20:22:00.000-08:00

I'm so grateful for the knowledge I have that my sweet grandson Riley will greet me at the end of my earthly life.

In two months he blessed our lives beyond measure. I will never forget his gorgeous eyes, his large strong hands and the cleft in his chin exactly like his daddy has.

February 11, 2010 was the worst day of my life. Our family gathered together to celebrate the few precious days we had with our darling baby.

Chad, Megan, Bree and Mason are loved and admired by family and friends. As a family we will give each other the strength and courage to continue on with joy, peace and the knowledge that we will meet again.

Saturday Is A Special Day

2010-01-16T13:19:00.000-08:00

Granny Franny picked Shea and Nathan up Friday afternoon for a get-away and adventure over night.

We zipped over to Super Walmart to pick up some goodies. You see, when you have a sleepover with Grandma, you get to choose what you'll have for dinner and of course what goodies you'll snack on while you watch "Tigger" before drifting off to sleep on the king size blow up mattress that Grandma has made up all cozy and comfy.

Aunt Rachel, Uncle Jeremy and Drue came over for pizza and to watch the "Raining Meatballs" movie we had picked up while shopping.

Early the next morning we made waffles that of course Grandma served to us in bed while we watched "The Mickey Mouse Playhouse". It's tradition!!!

Papa got some special time in playing trains before Mommy and Daddy showed up.

Grandma and Papa know how to have a fun time!

New Year's Eve Extravaganza

2010-01-02T11:45:00.000-08:00

Bree is as talented and charming as her mommy. Mason is adorable, loving and easy going like his daddy.

Holiday Week With Chad And Family

2010-01-02T10:00:00.000-08:00

Sydney, Bob, Shea, Nathan and Abby joined us in Globe, AZ. for an awesome week of fun with Chad, Megan, Bree, Mason and Baby Riley. The week between Christmas and New Year's Day was filled with fun, fun, fun!

We had to meet our newest grandson, Riley Gray Wallace. Pictures don't do him justice. He is adorable and he really is a "Good" baby.

Chad and Megan are wonderful parents. Bree and Mason really love their new baby brother.

We all had a blast at "Build A Bear". It was Bree and Mason's first experience. I do believe they loved it. Shea and Nathan have been a few times and showed us how it is done.

We went to "The Phoenix Zoo". I love that small zoo. We only had two hours to which was a perfect amount of time for six little ones. They loved the tortoise and the rhinoceroses. Grandma loved the giraffes. We had a yummy lunch at "Red Robin.

New Year's Eve was terrific. Bree and Nathan had a blast bringing in 2010 at 10:00 P.M. with New York's Time Square. Megan made it so special with horns, hats, streamers and some delicious non-alcohol sparkling drink in fancy stemmed glassware. Bree and Mason just about broke the pretty glassware giving a New Year's toast. Wonderful!!!

Chad made us amazingly delicious steaks that melted in our mouths and Megan made the most scrumptious chocolate moulting lava cakes. They were to die for!

Jim and I are so blessed to have the best family on the face of the earth!

Needless to say my New Year's resolution is to "Diet"! Love you.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

2009-12-25T14:02:00.000-08:00

It's been said that a picture is worth a thousand words so I'm offering you several thousand words worth of pictures. SMILE!

I'd just like to spout out a few highlights from these last few days.

FAMILY
GAMES
DELICIOUS FOOD
WONDERFUL STORIES OF SANTA AND CHRIST
COUNTING OUR BLESSINGS
JOY OF CHILDREN ON CHRISTMAS MORNING
DELICIOUS FOOD
DADDY GRUMBLING AT PUTTING TOYS TOGETHER
MOMMY'S JOY AND THANKFULNESS FOR THEIR WONDERFUL FAMILIES
GRANDMA TAKING FAR TO MANY PHOTOS
PAPA TAKING VIDEO OF FESTIVE ACTIVITIES
EXHAUSTION

2009-12-25T13:30:00.000-08:00

We Made Magical Christmas Trains

2009-12-19T14:11:00.000-08:00

We had a magical Saturday making Christmas trains, listening to Christmas music and eating pizza.

Gotta love Christmas!

Drue, Shea and Nathan worked very hard to make amazing works of art. There's much more baking and Christmas cooking to come.

Rachel was Mrs. Santa's helper while Sydney took her Dad shopping. I forgot to mention Abby was busy destroying Grandma's Christmas decorations while Grandma was very busy. Giggle! Giggle!

Check the kissing the dolphin off the "Bucket List"!

2009-12-06T19:53:00.000-08:00

ENJOYING THE DISNEY ISLAND AT CHRISTMAS

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DISNEY MAGIC

2009-12-06T17:26:00.000-08:00

A Vacation Of A Lifetime

2009-12-06T16:16:00.000-08:00

Christmas IS PEEKING AROUND THE CORNER!

2009-11-20T09:59:00.000-08:00

What a blast we had starting our Christmas season early at "Build A Bear". Since we won't be back from our Disney cruise until December 6, 2009, we needed to give Christmas an early kick off.

This was Abby's first experience at building a stuffed animal. I thought all three g-kids were going to burst with happiness. I had a tear well up as I kissed the heart that went into each of their adorable Christmas themed animals.

I just love that place! I've been able to share this same experience with many of my grandchildren.

Let's all remember the true meaning and joy of the holiday season. Let's be thankful for our many blessings, family and our Christ.

Along the way throw in a present or two. Material things bring temporary joy, following our Heavenly Father and his son, Jesus Christ, brings us everlasting joy.

We Wanted To "Rock Out"!

2009-11-07T18:52:00.000-08:00

We were all set to go "rock out" to my boss's live band playing at a big classic car show here in Las Vegas. It was a gorgeous Saturday midday excursion.

When we got there we had to park blocks away. People and cars were everywhere. When we finally made it to the large open area, there were wonderful classic cars in prime condition, rows and rows of them. The bandstand was empty so we figured "The Clique" was on a break . We sundered up and down every row thoroughly enjoying all the beautiful works of vehicle magic.We were flooded with great memories of past cars we had owed and loved or wished we had owned and loved.

An hour had passed quickly but we were wondering were the band was. I decided to zip out the cell and give my boss a ring. They were on a break and thought they would be ready to rumble in about ten minutes. About thirty minutes later my boss called me to say there was a big auction that had to be completed before the band played again. Well, to make a long story longer the auction took a very long time and after two hours and forty five minutes Jim and I had to leave without "rocking out" once!

Who Doesn't Love Halloween!

2009-11-01T17:38:00.000-08:00

HAPPY HALLOWEEN 2009

2009-11-01T17:13:00.000-08:00

I hope your Halloween was as fun as ours. The festivities actually started about two weeks ago. Abby's birthday kicked the season off with a costume birthday party. There are school parties, My Gym parties, church parties and city and /or library parties. Halloween has turned into a major holiday!

We had a delicious chili and chicken finger dinner. Nathan got very upset that we were going to eat real chicken fingers! None of my children have ever been into the "Scary".

I can't wait to see everyone's blog with all the awesome Halloween cheer.

How Can She Be One Year Old Already?

2009-10-16T22:01:00.000-07:00

Can you believe, "Little Miss Abigail Chase Keyes" turned one year old on October 16, 2009? Sydney, Bob, Shea and Nathan worked very hard to throw Abby a "Halloween Costume Birthday Party".

Along with family and great friends, there was a full house of exciting games, great food and darling costumes.

Abby will never remember all the wonderful effort that was put into this grand party but she can look at these photos someday and realize how much she was and is loved.

Abby Turns One Year Old

2009-10-16T21:57:00.000-07:00

WELCOME DRUE TO THE FAMILY!

2009-09-26T08:15:00.000-07:00

Now that Rachel and Jeremy are married, I would like to introduce our grandson, number 14. Drue Jensen Guarino turned eleven years old on September 25TH. His birthday is the same day as Taysom's birthday. Taysom turned "Sweet Sixteen" yesterday. I hope her day was amazing.

Rachel and Jeremy had a full house on Friday evening celebrating Drue's special day. Rachel made a delicious "Oreo Cookie Cake" and homemade "Chex Mix" because Drue loves it.

Drue is an outdoorsman like his Dad. He loves target shooting and is learning about guns and gun safety. He's a happy camper when they head up to Dear Creek in Utah to enjoy nature.

He can't wait for our family reunion in Colorado next July. Cabins, outdoors, campfires, hiking and a great lake add up to his idea of fun.

The Best Of Life

2009-09-19T12:22:00.000-07:00

Shea spent Friday night with his best buddy so it was the perfect opportunity for Nathan to have a sleepover with Papa and Granny Franny.

Nathan picked up potty training very quickly because he wants to be just like his big brother. He was ready to have a big boy slumber party. He didn't have one accident. Thank goodness because he insisted on regular underwear and he slipped into bed with us in the middle of the night.

Nathan loves to take pictures unlike "Shy Shea". He loved posing, especially for the bum-bum shots. (All boy!)

He's not much for breakfast but I know how much he loves butter. So G-Ma served a breakfast in bed of delicious whole grain bread with butter and milk. Most of my grandchildren insist on pancakes or waffles.

No sleepover would be complete without watching "The Tigger Movie" three times, "Cars" twice and "The Mickey Mouse Halloween" flick once.

We can't wait for the next "Amazing Sleepover". Now Papa and I have lots of housecleaning to do. Bye!

Nathan's First Sleepover Alone!

2009-09-19T12:18:00.000-07:00

Labor Day Weekend, Full Of Fun And Memories

2009-09-13T20:57:00.000-07:00

Labor Day weekend was a blast with Maxine and Jack in Carlsbad, Ca. We spent a great day at the San Diego Zoo and a few precious moments wiggling our toes in the sand at the beach, eating fish and chips and watching the sunset.

Maxine had a really great plan for Saturday. We traveled about an hour and a half away to visit Pomona, the small town we had grown up in. It was surreal to view the home we lived in as children, the schools we went to and a hundred memorable places we hardly recognized. You see Jack and Jim lived in Pomona as children too. Maxine and I meet the the boys that would be the men we married right there.

We also visited our Mommy's grave site near by. We had a prayer and shared choice memories we all had of this sweet little lady. She pasted on in 1972 before reaching the age of 52. We miss her still.

The climax of our day was a delicious dinner at "The North Woods Inn". Our entire family has great memories of the amazing food and love shared there.

Thank you Maxine and Jack for the best long weekend ever! You may have noticed the date of this entry and realized our little vacation was the weekend after Labor Day. We would have been crazy to be traveling on the real holiday, RIGHT? Besides Jim and I had this long weekend open. Giggle, giggle! That's my excuse and I'm sticking to it.

Saturday Rocks!

2009-08-29T18:26:00.000-07:00

I wasn't sure if I wanted to go. It had been years since I went to the "Harvest Festival" but Sydney convinced me it would be fun so I accepted her invitation. It was a scorching Saturday mid-morning with temps. above the normal but we trudged out in pursuit of finding a treasure or two.

We did it! We did it! What a blast we had, I wish I could have bought much more. The festival had definitely improved . There were treasures everywhere.

The place was packed but we didn't have any children so we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves weaving in and out between herds of shoppers and they were shopping and buying just like us. Sydney got some new Christmas ornaments and a wonderful framed glass sign. I got one too as you can see from the photos. The printing on the glass just made Sydney and me laugh. You know how I love to laugh and you know how much I love my grandchildren.

The other plaque said just how Daddy and I feel about being in this world without each other. Winnie The Pooh knew what he was talking about! Giggle, giggle. I hope you can read it from the photo.

We had a fun lunch and I just had to purchase the most "Fabulous" caramel chocolate apple I had ever seen to share with everyone when we got home. DELICIOUS!

I hope you've had as much fun this weekend as I've had.

School Starts Monday

2009-08-22T09:16:00.000-07:00

Before you watch the video, let's visit a moment. I still remember most of my first days of school. How about you? In fact I still have dreams or should I say nightmares about forgetting where my next class is or what my locker combination was. Crazy!

I wondered if I'd like my new teacher or if she or he would like me. I was afraid I wasn't smart enough. Mostly, I wanted to look good in my new outfit the first day and find my best friend fast. Nothing can go wrong if you're with your best friend and looking good. GIGGLE, GIGGLE!

Shea is quit shy. He adores his family and likes complete structure in his day. Rules are rules and he lets you know if you waver from the routine, nicely but firmly. He's very smart like all my grandchildren. I'm using him as an example but I know everyone is anxious about going back to school.

My thoughts are with all my "G-Kids" this week as they start their new adventure rather it be in the first grade, fourth grade or the tenth.

Enjoy something and do something nice for someone each day you live. Of course there will be bad moments but make the good outweigh the not so good. I'll always love and support you and Heavenly Father is as close as your heart.

What are your memories of that "First day of school"?

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SYDNEY

2009-08-09T20:18:00.000-07:00

We looked at a photo album today and little Abigail looks just like her Mommy at that age. In the blink of an eye Sydney turned thirty one. Well, actually she'll be that "Old" on Tuesday.

We celebrated with a nice Sunday dinner and a delicious "Nothing Bundt Cake" How many times can I count my blessings for having a wonderful family. Sydney is a gracious, beautiful, thoughtful young woman.

2009-08-04T15:02:00.000-07:00

JUST A FEW MORE PRECIOUS MOMENTS

2009-08-04T13:35:00.000-07:00

My heart is full of unforgettable memories and pure joy.

Seeing Jim with three of his babies was amazing. It's hard to put into words the love we all shared.

Maxine Added To My Over The Top Celebration

2009-08-02T18:24:00.000-07:00

Aunt Maxine and Uncle Jack hosted a delicious lunch/dinner. The park and pool at their home is beautiful. The kids got to burn off some energy before we headed back to Las Vegas.

I've Never Had Such A Wonderful Birthday Vacation

2009-08-02T18:10:00.000-07:00

I Am Blessed With The Best Family Ever!

2009-08-02T17:58:00.000-07:00

A Week Of Birthday Fun

2009-08-02T17:46:00.000-07:00

I can't explain what a blast we had at the beach. Hopefully these few photos and videos say it all. I love my family with all my heart!

Granny Franny's Birthday Bash

2009-08-02T17:37:00.000-07:00

2009-08-02T17:30:00.000-07:00

Blast At The Beach

2009-08-02T16:55:00.000-07:00

Can you believe Granny Franny is sixty? If you don't have something nice to say don't say anything at all!

It's like a wonderful dream. So many of us celebrating my "B" day at Disneyland, the beach and watching the Padres win 11 to 7. We even got a short visit with Aunt Maxine and Uncle Jack.

July 29, 2009 will be remembered the rest of my life. Michael, Sydney and Rachel gathered their families to celebrate my special day. It wasn't just one day but several days of love, laughter, excitement and exhaustion.

Jimmy and Chad and their families were sorely missed. They were with us in our hearts.

2009-07-22T18:10:00.000-07:00

Just A Few More Unforgettable Wedding Moments

2009-07-19T20:11:00.000-07:00

Cousin Curtis and wife Amber are always part of our special occasions. Grandma Judy and Aunt Lisa spent awesome moments with their darling Calahan. Rachel had many friends there to share in her joy. Brother Chad and daughter Bree guard the delicious appetisers. Of course son-in-law Bob with baby Abby light up all of our lives all the time. Thanks Bob for all the hard work preparing your home for the reception.

Too Many Precious Moments To Count!

2009-07-19T19:37:00.000-07:00

There were many precious moments on that special day, the day our baby got married. It all seems so final having your last child wed.

I don't want to sound so melancholy because Jim and I have many fabulous adventures ahead of us.

Come join us. We'll have a blast!

The Wedding Cake Was Delicious!

2009-07-12T14:43:00.000-07:00

A Beautiful Wedding

2009-07-12T14:07:00.000-07:00

Life can now get back to semi-normal. The wedding was awesome. In three weeks we performed miracles.

I hurt in parts of my body that have never hurt before. GIGGLE! I don't have many pictures yet but I hope I can share more with you later.

Rachel and Jeremy really seemed very much in love and very happy. They were thrilled to share their special day with family and friends.

Chad and Megan zipped over from Arizona with Bree and Mason. We are so amazed they made such an effort. Rachel loved having her big brother here. Sydney and Bob worked so hard to make the reception at their home beautiful.

Father's Day Was A Hit!

2009-06-22T19:26:00.000-07:00

Wouldn't it be wonderful to be with all our children and grandchildren for every holiday? We were all together in our hearts, that's for sure. Having a blog is just a blast! It's an amazing way to share in each other's lives instantly.

Daddy and I are so very blessed with a great family and our minds are flooded with heart tugging memories of each and every member.

Father's Day was full of love and great food. Of course Daddy and Bob wanted Meatloaf, baked potatoes and corn on the cob. Sydney made a delicious homemade apple pie for dessert.

I hope our sons all had a " Fabulous Father's Day".

2009-06-22T19:24:00.000-07:00

Thumbs up for the movie "Up"

2009-06-16T17:11:00.000-07:00

I had a day off work on Monday. It was the perfect opportunity to run off to a matinee with Sydney and the G-Kids.

We saw "Up" at the IMAX in 3D. Disney and Pixar did a great job on this cleaver flick.

You'll notice in the photos that Nathan had a great time with the 3D glasses. Abby really did well and Shea said the movie was awesome.

I only wish I had all my grandchildren there with me.

SUPER DELICIOUS DINNER WITH CHAD AND MEGAN

2009-06-11T22:52:00.000-07:00

Chad and Megan came into town for a couple of days and we kidnapped them away for a nice dinner at "The Claim Jumper".

Bree and Mason stayed in Arizona with Megan's mom. We missed them terribly. I hope Bree likes the pajamas we sent her and I hope Mason likes his Winnie The Pooh outfit.

Rachel was able to sneak away from work to join Sydney, Bob, Shea, Nathan, Abby, Papa and me for a delicious dinner.

The best was saved for last. Nathan and Shea came to spend the night with Grandma and Papa. We played at the park, showered and blew up the super air bed they love to sleep on. We all shared a fabulous huge chocolate cake we brought home from the restaurant and of course we watched "The Tigger Movie" until we fell asleep. Sweet dreams my honeys.

2009-06-04T21:57:00.001-07:00

Sisters' Reunion

2009-05-31T16:50:00.000-07:00

Patty flew into San Diego and stayed a week at Maxine and Jack's home in Carlsbad. Jim and I were able to drive down Wednesday and visit until Sunday morning.

Max and Jack have a beautiful home just four miles from the ocean. Love it!

We had a brief but wonderful visit with our niece Wendy, her husband Scott and their darling boys, Jack and Cade. Scott has taught those boys some great dance moves.

Jack bought me my first Lotto ticket. Sorry family, I don't know why I didn't win!!! It was five dollars worth of fun and excitement, then disappointment. I had grand plans of how to enjoy the wealth. Giggle, Giggle!

Making A Hot Day "COOL"

2009-05-24T09:28:00.000-07:00

The awesome little park at "Town Square" has a fun way to cool the kids down. What a blast! Can you imagine how full this park would be if all my grandchildren were here? Of course after playing hard we had to head over to "Yogurt Land".

HAPPY BIRTHDAY RACHEL

2009-05-15T10:57:00.000-07:00

Can you believe the baby of the family is "28"! Jim and I are in shock. We can't be that old. Yes we are! We have the wrinkles to prove it.

We had a delicious dinner at the "Outback". Rachel ate a steak, medium rare, with scallops. I mention that only because for many years she sustained from eating any meat.

She was glowing and works out daily to stay this gorgeous. Notice how beautiful both my daughters are. They take after their father. They must be in really high heels because I'm not that much shorter am I?

I had to run from work to Shea's school performance and directly to dinner so please excuse my attire in the photo.

Shea performs in "The Big Top"

2009-05-15T10:43:00.000-07:00

What a fun evening. At the end of the school year Shea's kindergarten class gave a standing ovation performance in "The Big Top". Shea was fabulous as a popcorn vendor. A star is born. Notice the little boy coming out in Bob in their family photo. SMILE!

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY

2009-05-10T19:37:00.000-07:00

I love being a mom. This has been the hardest part of my life adjusting to not having children to take care of. Daddy makes up for that. SMILE!

I started my "Mother's Day" yesterday. I had a manicure and pedicure. Daddy colored my hair and I got my hair trimmed too! Spoiled!

Rachel zipped over this morning to have breakfast with us before she went to work. She bought me a really "Fabulous" purse. I love it.

We had a delicious dinner that Bob made Sydney and me. They surprised me with a great jacket, earrings and sandals.

My boys and their sweet wivies all call often and send the cutest cards. I got some awesome facebook notes from some of the G-Kids. Love it!

I love my children, their spouses and my grandchildren with all my heart. I love equally and enjoy all the little differences that all human beings have. Heavenly Father knew what he was doing allowing us to have unique personalities and free agency. I AM BLESSED!

It's May Day!

2009-05-01T12:35:00.000-07:00

It's the first day of May. I'm off work and I got to enjoy a fun morning at the park with Sydney, Nathan and Abby.

Nathan had lots of buddies to play with and Abby had a "Blast". Children love playing outdoors.

I used to go to the park with my children all the time. We'd meet friends from church there and have lunch. I have great memories at the park. The parks are so beautiful now and there are so many to choose from. LOVE IT!

I hope you're having an awesome "May Day"!

Gardener Jim is "Super Delicious"

2009-04-19T08:42:00.000-07:00

Spring has been dragging it's feet but it's blooming like crazy now with the diligent help of Gardener Jim and Miracle - Gro.

We don't have a large yard but Jim keeps it green and beautiful all year around. That's not an easy task in the Las Vegas desert.

We wanted our back yard to be smothered with green plants that flower so that it appears much cooler than the 110 degrees temperature that is reality here in July and August. It works!

We love to barbecue and enjoy our little paradise. The grandchildren enjoy it with us.

We'd love to have you join us!

Easter Was Wonderful

2009-04-12T19:08:00.000-07:00

We woke very early, got dressed in our Sunday finery and headed off to church with Sydney, Bob, Shea, Nathan and Abby.

We had a delicious Ham dinner at Sydney's home about 4:00P.M. I made our family favorite potato salad and macaroni salad. Rachel made a great green salad. We had cream puffs with chocolate sauce for dessert. We were stuffed!

Judy and Lisa brought chips and dip to snack on before dinner.

Lisa was kind enough to play a game with Shea that he got from the "Easter Bunny". Thanks, Lisa.

The Easter Treats Were Delicious!

2009-04-09T21:27:00.000-07:00

I don't have to go to work tomorrow so Shea and Nathan came over Thursday evening to make Easter treats and then they spent the night.

We had a blast! The treats were yummy! The kitchen is a mess! What a great life we have!

Could you imagine if all thirteen G-Kids were here? Well maybe a few G-Kids at a time is best. Although next year at our family reunion I will be in Heaven!!! I better start planning activities and gathering recipes now.

The Wallace Champs

2009-03-31T17:42:00.000-07:00

THE WALLACE BOWLING TEAM

2009-03-31T17:19:00.000-07:00

The last night of Chad's family vacation with us, we all went to the Redrock Hotel for some bowling. What a blast!!!

The scores weren't important. The kids loved it. What a joy to watch your children helping their children experience a new activity. We cheered and praised each child's roll of the ball. Of course I cried with pride. There was tender love, instruction and encouragement. There were really good fries too. Air hockey was a blast between turns at the ally.

How many times can I say thank you for such an amazing family. Jimmy's and Michael's families were sorely missed. They're better bowlers. SMILE! Rachel won "THE HOT SINGLE AWARD". I'm sure there were guys on the other lanes checking her out.

WE ARE TRULY BLESSED WITH THE BEST FAMILY ON THE FACE OF THE EARTH!

2009-03-31T17:00:00.000-07:00

What a wonderful Sunday! With Chad's family visiting we decided to have our "Easter Egg Hunt" early. We had a great Sunday dinner, a little play time at the park and " The Hunt".

It was awesome to have Custis (My nephew) and his sweet wife Amber and their son Calihan join us. Of course Sydney, Bob, Shea, Nathan and Abby were there. It was extra special to have Chad, Megan, Bree and Mason here to celebrate with us. I couldn't have done it all without Rachel helping me all the way. She's the best Auntie and daughter ever.

Jim and I are the luckiest grandparents on the face of the earth. Giggle! Giggle! Of course we always want more. Where was our Jimmy and Michael and families?

THE EASTER EGG HUNT WAS A SUCCESS!

2009-03-31T16:47:00.000-07:00

What A Lucky Family

2009-03-29T22:50:00.000-07:00

Chad and his adorable family have been here visiting since last Monday. It would been impossible to show all the photos from all the activities we have enjoyed. Saturday was a blast at the park. Shea, Nathan, Abigail, Bree and Mason had a major great cousin time!

2009-03-29T22:43:00.000-07:00

Great Day At The Park

2009-03-29T22:05:00.000-07:00

TAX REFUND MONEY AT WORK

2009-03-20T15:45:00.001-07:00

Hi my honeys,

Daddy and I have been busy spending tax refund money. We painted the main wall in the great room red. Daddy worked really hard on it. You know how awesome he can paint. We got new patio furniture and really squishy new carpet in our bedroom. Last but not lest we got a leather sectional for the great room. Well we didn't get it yet, it's on order. It will be here by April.

What A Wonderful Lunch!

2009-03-07T12:02:00.000-08:00

Of course I cried! I don't get to hug my oldest son near enough. To look into his eyes fills my heart with joy. If truth be known my heart crumbles a little. It's hard!

Jimmy had a layover in Las Vegas on his way to a conference in Reno. We had two precious hours to visit and have lunch at the airport.

The best part of our get together was that Sydney came with Nathan and Abby. Jimmy had never meant Abby. Rachel was able to come too. It had been about five years since they had been able to see each other. That was another heart crumble moment!

Jimmy had a co-worker, Mike with him. He handled our silliness pretty well. I think he enjoyed meeting Jimmy's two good looking sisters. I hear that Mike has been telling everyone at work " My boss has two hot sisters"!

WHO CARES WHAT WE THINK!

2009-02-20T16:18:00.000-08:00

We don't usually make it to two movies in one week but it's been cold and rainy so a movie theater was the perfect solution to our boredom.

We went to see "Confessions Of A Shopaholic". We gave it a 3. We laughed and you know how much I love fluff but it may have been a little too fluffy!

A couple of days later we were off to see "He's Just Not That Into You". Jim was upset with it in the first few minutes. We left the theater very sad. Of course there were some great laughs but the message being sent scared us both. Our testimony of the Gospel held strong.

We're looking forward to "Angels And Demons". We're re-reading the book now to prepare ourselves to critique the movie properly. HA HA! You know the book is always better.