Weekend in Austin

(Shannon, Stefani, Karen, Mom, Suzie, Marsha, Kristen, Janet)

I spent the weekend in Austin with my sisters and mom without the kids. How wonderful! It was awesome that we could make it from 5 different states to all be together. Although we did see some sights and eat some good food....I think the highlight was just talking, talking, talking. (Thanks to Michael for watching the kids at home and to Janet and Steve for hosting the all female party.)

It's another girl

We had the ultrasound yesterday and much to Collin's dismay, we are having another girl. I told him that he will be a very good big brother to 3 sisters. He even cried...poor guy. On the other hand Julia is quite excited and Catherine has no idea. Michael and I are excited as well. Here is a very brief video clip of our little darlin'. Isn't she cute? ( ;

Dorothy

Here's the ruby slipper shot : )

Halloween

Ninja, Dorthy, & Nice Witch

Julie and Julia

Ok, I just have to tell you that Michael and I went to see the movie Julie and Julia last night and I loved it. As a matter of fact I think it is safe to say that Michael loved it too! It was just so fun and enjoyable all the way around and I haven't laughed that much in a movie in I can't remember how long. So just go see it for yourself...soon! FYI: I think Meryl Streep is Julia Child reincarnated!

Truck

So, Michael's truck was stolen from work this past Tuesday afternoon. Good news is... that very day I got these awesome flowers from him (Michael). Other good news (I think), the truck was recovered on Saturday on an Indian reservation down near Tucson. The door lock is busted along with the ignition keyhole, a flat tire from driving through rough terrain, and a/some scratches. Oh, and my ipod was in there, too. Hopefully the theif got in some scripture study time and General Conference...as that was the main thing on it. Guess we won't know till it's towed up here. Hopefully insurance is kind to us. : )

Easter

The kiddies got little chicks with bunny ears and a bit of candy. Happy Easter!

Karen, another of my sisters visited with her husband Steve and baby Miranda this same weekend. They had a quick trip out to check out a job and housing in the Phoenix area. We didn't get any pictures...I guess we were preoccupied with the countertops (they were installed the same weekend). We are excited as they (Karen and Steve) will probably be moving this way soon! Yipee for family moving close!