Lamda Delta Sigma

Some of my very favorite people in the world are in this picture. Wendy posted it on her facebook, and I had to put it on my blog. This had to be almost 10 years ago. Crazy, huh

Mad Skills

Because of my work schedule, I have only been able to go to a few of Kyle's games. This was the last one that I was able to go to. His team was up for most of the game, but they got a little cocky, and almost lost. He's so much fun to watch. I can't believe that he's old enough to not only play ball, but to excel at it. I know that I'm his aunt, and a bit bias, but he really does have mad skills on the court.

Nothing's sweeter than a friend

I saw these two sitting in front of my T.V. the last time I tended them at my house, and I couldn't resist. They are so cute together.

A new favorite...

"Life's journey is not traveled on a freeway devoid of obstacles, pitfalls, and snares. Rather, it is a pathway marked by forks and turnings. Decisions are constantly before us. To make them wisely, courage is needed: the courage to say, 'No,' the courage to say, 'Yes.' Decisions do determine destiny.

"The call for courage comes constantly to each of us. It has ever been so, and so shall it ever be." -President Thomas S Monson

Oh Christmas Tree

I decorated for Christmas tonight. I'll take more pics, and post them later, but I had to rearrange a few things in the living room. Haley thinks I should leave it this way. We'll see, maybe it will grow on me.

I took these pictures with my new cell phone. I love them these kids. What a joy they are!

Kyle drove on the way out to Val's the other day. Can you tell that he's enjoying himself?

Alana just celebrated her 12th birthday. Just a few pics of them getting ready for the party.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALANA

Happy Birthday Alana,

I can't believe that you are 12. I remember very clearly being at your house right after you were born, and holding you for hours while your mom slept. You were special then, and you are special now. You are an amazing young woman, who is compassionate, loving, and intelligent. I am so glad that I know you. I hope that you have an amazing birthday, and your birthday party rocks!

Way to go Kyle!

I went to Kyle's basketball game on Tuesday. He played really well, even though he was kinda ticked that he didn't get to play more. He's team lost this time, but I got a message on my cell tonight from him calling me to let me know that they won tonight! Way to go Kyle! I'm so proud of you, and love you so much!

I Voted!!!!!

This is such a huge thing for me. I know that other people feel this way too, but let me explain why I feel this way. I am so grateful that I live in this country. I am grateful that we enjoy the freedoms that we have. Like many people, I have had members of my family serve in the armed forces. The sacrifices that they made will not be forgotten. My grandfather was stationed at Pearl Harbor when it was attacked. I can't imagine how scary it was for him, but I also know that he wouldn't change it. I love my country. I love that I have a voice in how my government is run. My voice matters, and I think that it would be incredibly wrong not to use that voice, so I voted today. My voice will be heard!

7 Random Facts about Me!

1. I wear a wedding ring when I travel by myself
2. I know all of the words to We'll Always Be Together from Grease
3. I can't figure out how to get the music off of my Ipod
4. I met John Ritter in a bar in SoCal when I was about 3 years old.
5. My favorite movie is 16 Candles. I never got over my crush on Jake Ryan.
6. I love to buy new bedding. I probably have about 5 different sets.
7. I own 20 pairs of flip flops

I tag:
Val
Tiff
Sarah
Angelee
Coleen
Kerri

Fun at Aunt Jenny's

Yesterday Kyle, Haley, and Zachary stayed the night at my house! It was a first for Zachary. It was so much fun to finally have him here. So everything was going really well yesterday afternoon while we were waiting to pick Kyle up from his basketball practice, and I have had the same conversation with Haley over and over again. No Cartwheels in the house. You'd think that after telling her not to do it about 400 times, she'd get the picture. Well yesterday she saw the consequences of doing cartwheels. She did one, and Zachary was right behind her, and POW, right in the forehead. The poor little thing was kicked in the head by his sister, and instantly had a huge bump on his noggin! He cried for a minute, and then was just fine. Haley then went to get some frozen veggies so I could bring the swelling down, and a roll of hamburger fell out of the freezer, and got Haley's foot. Karma as Kyle calls it! Barring all of the little incidences, it was so much fun to have them all at my house. We did miss Travis though, so we'll have to make sure that he's with us next time.

Trick or Treat

I hung out with the West Family on Halloween! I went over to their house early Friday morning, and helped Alana get ready for school, and then did the make-up for the other kids that night. It was alot of fun, and brought back some memories of when I use to be so excited to go trick or treating!

Mummy Cookies

Kerri made these awesome sugar cookies for FHE tonight. They are so cute! It makes me want to bake!

Hi Baby Girl!

I got the extreme pleasure of babysitting Alexa the other day! I can see why Kerri loves her so much. She is such a sweet baby, and that grin just melts your heart! Thanks for hanging out with me Lexi!

We're digesting Squids!

I saw Caitlyn yesterday, and here was our conversation:

"Hi Jen. Next week we are studying squids. The week after that we are digesting them." I just looked at her for a second, and her Grandma said, "Don't you mean, disecting them?" She then said, "Yea, disecting them."

This is one of the many reasons that I love Caity!

Several years ago a group of us went to Ashland to see Julius Caesar. Originally the trip was suppose to include just four of us. Melissa, Tiff, Ali, and me. When people found out we were going, they wanted to too. Who can blame them, we are pretty cool.

Kerri

This is my friend Kerri, and her beautiful daugher Alexa! Kerri and I have been friends for goodness, 17 years. I am so glad that we are friends, and that we have the opportunity to serve together in Primary!

Junk Punch

We watched the funniest movie last night, and I had to add share this!

More pictures from Caitlyn's baptism.

Caitlyn's baptism!

Caitlyn is 8! She was so excited that she was going to be baptized. Her baptism was so amazing. Annette spoke about baptism, and Ali spoke about the Holy Ghost. Their talks were so great, and Caity was so engaged in the talks. I was so happy to be there, and witness this terrific event in her life.