Tagged, just like everyone else, again!

1. What time did you get up this morning? Which time? 3:07 a.m., 4:18 a.m., 6:42 a.m. or 7:13 a.m.???
2. What do you usually have for breakfast? VitaMix shake: carrots, spinach, wheat grass, tomatoes, broccoli, berries, agave nectar, and flax seed (this is our attempt at knocking out everything healthy we need for the day in one swoop!)
3. What is your favorite CD at the moment? Children's 123 Music (a hot seller at Walmart, they can't keep it stocked)
4. What kind of car do you drive? Dream car (not even kidding) a 2004 Toyota Sienna love it, love it, especially the DVD player and the heated seats!
5. Favorite sandwich? Turkey avocado on wheat
6. Favorite item of clothing? My new Ann Taylor pants that I bought in Vegas with the girls
7. If you could go anywhere in the world for a vacation, where would you go? An east coast trip with Kevin and the kids (we're going in March)
8. What color is your bathroom? Autumn Blonde (Thanks Aunt Robbin!)
9. Where would you retire? Billings or St. George
10. Most memorable birthday? Sweet Sixteen (my parents made it really special with a necklace, dinner out, and a surprise party)
11. Favorite sport to watch? College Football (go Cougs!)
12. Are you a morning person or a night person? Night
13. What is your shoe size? Seriously, my feet have grown with each child. I am going to have to stop having kids or there won't ever be any shoes to fit me. Yes, sadly, I am a 10 1/2.
14. Pets? No. Sorry, too messy. I like to think I am one of those sweet pet lovers but I just can't get past all the hair and messes!
15. What did you want to be when you were little? An attorney, or a model, or a newswoman, or a singer (the usual)
16. What are you today? Mommy! (and part time wanna-be real estate guru)
17. What is your favorite candy? Nothing, nothing surpasses See's Mayfair chocolates. They have ruined me for every other kind of chocolate
18. Your favorite flower? Stargazer lilies (we'll see if my husband remembers this on Feb. 14th!!)
19. What is a day on the calendar you are looking forward to? Can't tell. I'll tell you later.
20. What are you listening to right now? the heater next to me because our office is in the basement and it is freezing down here!
21. What is the last thing you ate? Bad, bad! I made these incredible Rolo Cookies yesterday. I'll post the recipe soon.
22. Do you wish on stars? Before I was married. Now I got my wish!
23. What faith are you? I belong to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The best decision I have ever made.
24. Who was the last person you spoke with on the phone? My sister Chelsea.
25. Hair Color? ahhhmmm ahhmmm, blonde????
26. Name of your favorite school teacher? Brother Bott at BYU
27. Chocolate or vanilla? Chocolate. Hello, that's stupid question!
28. When was the last time you cried? You name the movie, I've cried. 27 Dresses totally isn't a crier, but I cried!
29. What is under your bed? 18 golf balls placed there by my little golfer man, Ian.
30. What did you do last night? Kevin was at City Council, so I put the kids to bed, cleaned and watched Biggest loser (while I downed a couple of Rolo cookies)
31. Favorite smell? Grandma Bev (she wears Beautiful perfume)
32. What are you afraid of? Losing a family member
33. How many towns have you lived in? 7
34. Do you make friends easily? Yes, at least think so!

Okay, I tag Jeanner, Wendell, Suzie and Sarah!

President Hinckley

Our sweet prophet and President of the Church died yesterday. He has been such an inspiration to me. I am so grateful for his insights and integrity. I know that he is just blissful at this moment, being able to reunite with Marjorie (his dear wife) and other friends and family. He lived a wonderful life totally dedicated to the Savior, the gospel and to the service of others. Hopefully we can all be more like President Hinckley. God bless him and his family.

PF Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Condiments:
1 TBSP hot mustard
1 tsp red chili paste

Sauce:
1/4 cup boiling water
1/4 tsp sugar
2 TBSP rice vinegar
2 TBSP catsup
2 TBSP soy sauce
1 TBSP lime juice
1/4 tsp sesame oil
1/2 tsp ginger, grated

Stir Fry:
3 TBSP canola oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 cup water chestnuts
1/2 cup straw mushrooms
1/3 cup green onions
2 tsp garlic, minced
3 TBSP soy sauce
3TBSP brown sugar
1 tsp rice vinegar
10 iceberg lettuce leaves

Place condiments in separate serving dish. Combine sauce ingredients well, then set aside. Stir fry chicken in oil, remove and chop into dime-size pieces. Return to pan along with remaining ingredients and stir fry until heated through. Spoon into lettuce cups and drizzle with sauce. Hot mustard and red chili paste can be added to the sauce according to taste. Yum!

Pray

Okay, is this the most incredible sign you've ever seen??? I don't think I've ever seen anything more appropriate in my life. I have prayed about the Book of Mormon and the Bible and that is how I know they are true. I don't know because someone told me to believe. I know they are true because God has witnessed to me of their truthfulness. Please pray about the Book of Mormon and find out for yourself if it is true. I am so thankful for all it teaches me about how to become more Christlike. It testifies of people who lived on the American continent and how the Savior visited them after his resurrection. I know that many religions have wonderful truths in them, but I know that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints has the fulness of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Mormon.org is a great place to visit if you are curious!

What happens in Vegas . . .

The girls and I went to Vegas over the weekend for our 30th birthday mourning session. We had a blast! We stayed at the Venetian in an incredible suite, ate at some amazing restaurants (thanks to Brooke, Wendy's sister who totally hooked us up at the "Bouchon" possibly the nicest restaurant I've ever been to. It was delightful!) We even got to visit the Garners, our BYU bishop and his wife because they were serving a mission in Las Vegas. I am so grateful for my dear, dear friends. Love you girls!

For the benefit of the grandmas

Darling little linen dress from Aunt Alexsis, Carson and Maddi!


We got out the old amp Kevin used to use for his band in college called "Free Manure" (Their first album was going to be called "U-haul", crazy that no producer ever wanted to pick them up!)

Ian singing the Cougar Fight song. RahRah, RahRahRah, Goooooo Cougars!!!

VitaMix

So, I splurged on a VitaMix the other day. This was totally our breakfast this morning. Nice, eh? It has spinach, wheat grass, flax seed, carrots, frozen berries, celery and agave nectar. Kevin is LOVING his morning shakes. Seriously, I love my VitaMix. It will blend anything!

Can you say S P O I L E D???

Yes, it was a BIG Christmas this year, thanks to all the grandparents. Grandpa Jim came through with a Gator! Ian went ballistic! Meggie got many cool things, but my heart just melted when we opened her very first Cabbage Patch kid from Uncle Nate, Aunt Alexsis, Carson and Maddi. We had a wonderful time in Montana. Lots of family, food, and fun. I love that Ian finally know who Santa is and gets all excited! Kevin got me the best present. I received an award for being the "Best Home Chef" (this is only funny to those of you who know how much my husband LOVES to eat out). We laughed and laughed and laughed when I opened it. He's the best.