Here goes another "too much information in one post" but the bright side is we will be caught up in our journaling efforts! Some of the best news in the last two weeks is that our little city finally has a store!
We attended the Grand-Opening/Ribbon-cutting on March 18th before school. Christian said it was "the best day of his life...free cinnamon rolls and going late to school!"
We can't believe it is finally here after years of trying to get a "commercial zone" going! Our city required Walmart to do an "upscale" exterior. Don't you love the brick, dormers and copper plating:)?
The kids were there to help lead the Pledge of Allegiance after the kids from the other Elementary school sang the National Anthem.
Miss Utah was inside to sign autographs.
The giant scissors for the ribbon-cutting.
We made the news!
Mikelle with one of her 5 friends named Maddie!
Blurry pics of the speakers...but Mayor Mike McGee was funny.
Pulling out the big guns with Thurl Bailey speaking! It was a day of personal victory for those of us who have fought for years at city council meetings, passing out flyers at election times for commercial zone rules and also helping people get elected who would help us get this done! (Some residents were highly resistant to a store forever even though the property had been zoned commercial for years!) YEAH!!! Finally we can have a tax base in our city and also only have to drive a minute or two down the road for milk!
Moving right along!...Ever since aunt Kimi was enjoying her weight loss victory at Thanksgiving, Kennedy has been imitating this famous pose!
Looks like you've got the fan base Kimi!
It has been hilarious as she will do it randomly!
Even a 2-handed demonstration!
YW has been keeping us hopping, this past week making scripture reading pillows.
That is two sewing projects in the last few months:)
The first one was a quilt for the YW President surprise baby shower we gave her. For someone (me) that has to pray before threading the sewing machine (limited knowledge), I'd say we are doing pretty well:) Thank goodness for that Humanitarian calling I had several years ago where I had to put together the quilts to work on as RS or I still would have zero clue on sewing:)
Steve had a conference in St. George, so Kennedy and Mikelle came to YW.
The girls did a great job and came away with some cute pillows!
I am eating up every moment of having almost 2 weeks off work (I was canceled one night and had someone cover a night with Steve out of town). It has been heaven to get to some things I never can get to. This weekend has been busy pulling together last minute letters of recommendations for people at out school we are nominating for the Huntsman Excellence in Education awards! I would love it if someone from our school gets it this year! OK-and we also took some time out to go see Monsters vs. Aliens (cute).
I have been wanting to clean out the kitchen drawers forever--so stuff like that is getting done!
Mikelle had a b-day "tea party" to attend yesterday and got matching dresses with her friend Ashley to wear to the party. They looked so cute and had a fun time helping each other with their hair, nails etc. They look like sisters or twins to me and I think they will have fun being locker partners next year at JR HIGH!!!
Cute!!
Kennedy keeps me "hoppin" with her social schedule as well. She also just had a b-day party to attend and wants a friend over 24/7. With the pre-school and dance carpools and playdates, it stays busy. I am trying to enjoy every moment of these last 2 years before everyone is in school all day:)
Cameron advanced to orange belt and also received an invite to try-out for the demo team (I have probably already said this eh?) We want to try it next year (if he is invited again) just so he doesn't get burned out.
Congrats Cam!
A few days before the district science fair, Mikelle was informed that she was one of the alternates who would be able to attend!
We got her all set up at PG High.
She won another Honorable Mention at that level! I was so excited for her as it was so neat she was even able to move on and then be recognized again! Way to go Mikelle!
Miss Utah was inside to sign autographs.
The giant scissors for the ribbon-cutting.
We made the news!
Mikelle with one of her 5 friends named Maddie!
Blurry pics of the speakers...but Mayor Mike McGee was funny.
Pulling out the big guns with Thurl Bailey speaking! It was a day of personal victory for those of us who have fought for years at city council meetings, passing out flyers at election times for commercial zone rules and also helping people get elected who would help us get this done! (Some residents were highly resistant to a store forever even though the property had been zoned commercial for years!) YEAH!!! Finally we can have a tax base in our city and also only have to drive a minute or two down the road for milk!
Moving right along!...Ever since aunt Kimi was enjoying her weight loss victory at Thanksgiving, Kennedy has been imitating this famous pose!
Looks like you've got the fan base Kimi!
It has been hilarious as she will do it randomly!
Even a 2-handed demonstration!
YW has been keeping us hopping, this past week making scripture reading pillows.
That is two sewing projects in the last few months:)
The first one was a quilt for the YW President surprise baby shower we gave her. For someone (me) that has to pray before threading the sewing machine (limited knowledge), I'd say we are doing pretty well:) Thank goodness for that Humanitarian calling I had several years ago where I had to put together the quilts to work on as RS or I still would have zero clue on sewing:)
Steve had a conference in St. George, so Kennedy and Mikelle came to YW.
The girls did a great job and came away with some cute pillows!
I am eating up every moment of having almost 2 weeks off work (I was canceled one night and had someone cover a night with Steve out of town). It has been heaven to get to some things I never can get to. This weekend has been busy pulling together last minute letters of recommendations for people at out school we are nominating for the Huntsman Excellence in Education awards! I would love it if someone from our school gets it this year! OK-and we also took some time out to go see Monsters vs. Aliens (cute).
I have been wanting to clean out the kitchen drawers forever--so stuff like that is getting done!
Mikelle had a b-day "tea party" to attend yesterday and got matching dresses with her friend Ashley to wear to the party. They looked so cute and had a fun time helping each other with their hair, nails etc. They look like sisters or twins to me and I think they will have fun being locker partners next year at JR HIGH!!!
Cute!!
Kennedy keeps me "hoppin" with her social schedule as well. She also just had a b-day party to attend and wants a friend over 24/7. With the pre-school and dance carpools and playdates, it stays busy. I am trying to enjoy every moment of these last 2 years before everyone is in school all day:)
Cameron advanced to orange belt and also received an invite to try-out for the demo team (I have probably already said this eh?) We want to try it next year (if he is invited again) just so he doesn't get burned out.
Congrats Cam!
A few days before the district science fair, Mikelle was informed that she was one of the alternates who would be able to attend!
We got her all set up at PG High.
She won another Honorable Mention at that level! I was so excited for her as it was so neat she was even able to move on and then be recognized again! Way to go Mikelle! So I guess that is it for tonight! Caught-up until tomorrow:)!!
9 comments:
Yes...that was a super post!!!!Congrats on your UPSCALE WALLY WORLD!!!! Looks like quite the place alright. Yummy cinnamon rolls....Christian I wish you would have called and told me about them too!!!!
Loved Kenedy's "END" smack poses, she's got the hang of it. Kimi is a great teacher in alot of things!!
Great YW projects, Annalee you know more about sewing than you admit, you are so funny!!!!
I hope you are getting more sleep with your time off as well as the drawer cleaning, happy for you.
Mikelle's twin is cute too, so this translats into double the phone calls when the boys start calling!!!
Kennedy needs a social secretary for her busy lifestyle!!!
I am glad I am on Cam's team, cause he can probably throw a wicked punch, if you are an enemy, he could probably hurt you!!!!
Mikelle.....you are a budding scientist that will help save the world one day! Congrats!!!!
Welcome home Steve!!!
So many wonderful things happening in your house. Congrats to the kids on all of their accomplishments.
I feel like I had a work-out just reading your post. You are one busy momma!!
You guys have been busy! I'm glad you were able to get a few nights of "normal" sleep. Congrats to Cam and Kel. You guys are supa stars - said in my best Molly Shanihan voice.
I love the upscale Wal Mart. thanks for your comment. It's fun to peek in on you every once in awhile to see all the fun you're having with your adorable and talented kids! I'm due July 24th, going in to be induced on the 17th...because I can. :) Mike is an ENT surgeon and knows all the good docs at McKay. If I lived closer to you, you could tell me who to trust and who who to avoid! Your family is awesome and you are inspiring with all you do. Hope to see you at one of our reunion planning meetings. Are you on the class of 89 facebook thing? Scott is; I'm not. It's been fun to reconnect with people. Take care!
Hey, It has taken me from the time I got your Christmas card until April 1st to check out your blog...am I a loser or what. Your family it awesome! I love that you are so psyched about Walmart, but I understand the 2 minute drive for milk! Also, don't you just love Justice Lawrence (karate teacher)? He is the best! Grayson got his black belt after studying with them for 5 years. There definitely is a burn out factor, but they learn very cool skills! Anyway, you can check out our blog anytime, nothing special, just a way to keep records! Love ya!
Oh my... that pic was so unflattering! LOL. But I love that I can be such a good influence to Kennedy...:) haha. Sorry about that!
Kennz is a great poser!
Congrats Cam! You are on fire just keep bringing those belts on. Before you know it you will have a black belt!
Mikelle & Ashley look so cute!!!!
Mikelle, Way to go on Science Fair!
Mikelle is so cute in her pink dress - I can't believe she will be in JHS next year! Good job on getting the flute spot. Kennedy is so cute with her little pose - so funny. And your quilt looks great!
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