to you, mom (or as Lily affectionately calls you 'Nonna'). Mom started celebrating early as she went to dinner last night at Currents with her friends and gave it a fabulous review, so I can't wait to check it out myself. She is having to work tonight at her school's chili supper, so we are celebrating on Sunday...Hope you enjoy your Birthday Weekend!
Check back for pictures of our birthday bash...and they best be good pics, as I am taking an all day photo class tomorrow with Maggie Hendrix...can't wait!
Friday, February 26, 2010
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Celebrating 50!
A few weekends ago, we celebrated Mr Jim's 50th Birthday with a Surprise Fish Fry. A good time was had by all!
Delicious Cake by Cakes By Mom & Me
Lily was to into Pop Pop hat to look at the camera...
Mol and Lil
Ray and Lily laughing
Lily tries on Pop Pop's new glasses!
Andy, Josie, Lily and Ray
Addie don't float away...
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Been Busy...
watching the Olympics! After my review at work on Friday, I went to visit Mr. Gil for some of his 'kiss of carmel' highlights and a much needed glass of KJ...then onto Julie's Birthday Dinner at Sharky's...the company was great, atmosphere fun, but the food was just okay. On Saturday, we helped Kembree and Tony break in their new home at their Housewarming Party! They have moved to a beautiful home in Lakeland. We had loads of fun hanging out with old friends and getting to know new ones. Thanks guys!
The AXO's
Shannon wishes he was one of us...
The AXO's
Shannon wishes he was one of us...
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Olympics...
I love them...I'm not a big TV watcher, but I come home and turn the TV on and have to make myself go to bed...I am enjoying the Olympics so much. I've been asked to share other emails from my Olympic 2002 life...so here you go (as I watch Vonn in the downhill)...
February 15, 2002
Hello All, The Games are going great and I am having a BLAST! Our ratings are better then they ever anticipated, so everyone has chilled out. The mood of our office has done a complete 360 and everyone is enjoying each other and having fun! I'm working about 12 hours a day, but I get to get out a lot and see events and hang out in the Olympic Square.
I thought opening ceremonies were great! I believe the Games and Opening Ceremonies are perfect to boost the feelings of our Nation!
Saturday morning some firefighters from 9-11 that were in SLC for the Opening Ceremonies came in our Studios. It was so touching to hear their stories and even more touching as they admired my dedication art work wall. On Saturday night I went to the medal's ceremony. Is is neat the way the athletes come together to get their medals. They run in each night with flame from the Torch and light a mini cauldron while fireworks go off in 9 spots over SLC. And to hear the National Anthem and everyone singing along. Dave Mathews was the musical guest and besides being cold, it was great!
Each day, I usually go to the Olympic Square. This is like a huge festival where all of the Olympic sponsors have booths with lots of neat games and prizes. They have ice sculptures, bands, pin trading and lots of entertainment. I've taken lots of pictures and can't wait to share them with everyone!
Yesterday, I went to the men's 500 m speed skating finals. I've really gotten into all the different sports, even curling! I think speed skating is one of my favorites. I sat on the 4th row, right behind the finish line! USA won Gold and Bronze! It was so exciting. I can go to any event, but even when you are on the media bus it takes forever to get out of the events, so I would almost rather watch them in the Studio. Plus, since they issues the extra security precautions, security has tightened up even more.
I've been watching the figure skating practices as they are right next to our office. I help Scott Hamilton out - he is my favorite 'celebrity!' It's neat because I've got to see most of the medalist when they come in for interviews.
Last night, since my boss is from Australia, I went to the filming of the Australian version of the Tonight Show, called "Ice Dream." They only allow 20 people in their audience because their studio is so small. It was so funny and much better than our "Tonight Show." Their special guest was Tara Lapenski and Miss Utah. It was a neat experience!
Tomorrow I'm headed to Park City to help the crew with bobsledding...Can't wait to meet the Jamaican Bobsled team! Everyone continue watching the Games. Go USA! Love and miss you all, Brooke :)
Side note...it was in the Olympic square where I learned of Hallmark Flowers and how glad I am that I did!
February 15, 2002
Hello All, The Games are going great and I am having a BLAST! Our ratings are better then they ever anticipated, so everyone has chilled out. The mood of our office has done a complete 360 and everyone is enjoying each other and having fun! I'm working about 12 hours a day, but I get to get out a lot and see events and hang out in the Olympic Square.
I thought opening ceremonies were great! I believe the Games and Opening Ceremonies are perfect to boost the feelings of our Nation!
Saturday morning some firefighters from 9-11 that were in SLC for the Opening Ceremonies came in our Studios. It was so touching to hear their stories and even more touching as they admired my dedication art work wall. On Saturday night I went to the medal's ceremony. Is is neat the way the athletes come together to get their medals. They run in each night with flame from the Torch and light a mini cauldron while fireworks go off in 9 spots over SLC. And to hear the National Anthem and everyone singing along. Dave Mathews was the musical guest and besides being cold, it was great!
Each day, I usually go to the Olympic Square. This is like a huge festival where all of the Olympic sponsors have booths with lots of neat games and prizes. They have ice sculptures, bands, pin trading and lots of entertainment. I've taken lots of pictures and can't wait to share them with everyone!
Yesterday, I went to the men's 500 m speed skating finals. I've really gotten into all the different sports, even curling! I think speed skating is one of my favorites. I sat on the 4th row, right behind the finish line! USA won Gold and Bronze! It was so exciting. I can go to any event, but even when you are on the media bus it takes forever to get out of the events, so I would almost rather watch them in the Studio. Plus, since they issues the extra security precautions, security has tightened up even more.
I've been watching the figure skating practices as they are right next to our office. I help Scott Hamilton out - he is my favorite 'celebrity!' It's neat because I've got to see most of the medalist when they come in for interviews.
Last night, since my boss is from Australia, I went to the filming of the Australian version of the Tonight Show, called "Ice Dream." They only allow 20 people in their audience because their studio is so small. It was so funny and much better than our "Tonight Show." Their special guest was Tara Lapenski and Miss Utah. It was a neat experience!
Tomorrow I'm headed to Park City to help the crew with bobsledding...Can't wait to meet the Jamaican Bobsled team! Everyone continue watching the Games. Go USA! Love and miss you all, Brooke :)
Side note...it was in the Olympic square where I learned of Hallmark Flowers and how glad I am that I did!
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Happy 'Hearts' Day
It is a tradition that I make Ray a heart cookie and he makes me chocolate covered strawberries for Valentine's Day...and it is begining to be a tradition that we get each other the same Valentine's Day card...3 of the past 5 years we have gotten the same card for each other...kinda cool how we work like that. This year my heart pan got double use as I made us a heart pizza for lunch. Ray got me some beautiful flowers...tulips and hydrangeas, my favorite. Oh how I love, hate and miss Flowers. Yesterday, a friend and I went to see Valentine's Day (Ray wanted no part of this 'chick flick'). We were pleasantly surprised with the movie, better than we were anticipating...I have been day dreaming ever since I left the theatre...that is my dream shop...the shop in the movie is what I want my flower shop to be...it has a cute bakery on the side with soda fountain tables, just like my 'dream' flower shop. I want there to be coolers full of unique arrangement in all price points...I want walk-in traffic that comes and hand picks the bouquet for their special someone or for the centerpiece for the dinner party they are hosting that night...I keep asking myself, what city would a shop like this work in?
On the Olympic front...Did you see speed skating last night, I thought we were out of the medals for sure and then there was a wipe out and we had silver and bronze. The women's moguls - I do hope Canada wins a Gold in their home court, but how awesome was it for Hannah to take Gold for the US...oh how I love the Olympics...I've had them on all day as I have done laundry and worked on my upcoming review.
Happy Valentine's Day to each of you!
On the Olympic front...Did you see speed skating last night, I thought we were out of the medals for sure and then there was a wipe out and we had silver and bronze. The women's moguls - I do hope Canada wins a Gold in their home court, but how awesome was it for Hannah to take Gold for the US...oh how I love the Olympics...I've had them on all day as I have done laundry and worked on my upcoming review.
Happy Valentine's Day to each of you!
Friday, February 12, 2010
8 years ago...
I had just finished watching the torch run by and was at the International Broadcast Center in Salt Lake City waiting for the opening ceremony to begin. Today (well all month), I have been kicking myself; wishing I would have gone to Canada...I thought about it more than once, but I was a chicken...I didn't want to leave Ray, my family, our house, etc for 9 months...couldn't imagine not getting to love on Lily on a regular basis. So, tonight, I am snuggled up on the couch waiting for the ceremony to begin. When my grandpa died, I found a book in his desk of all the emails I sent while I was in Salt Lake...I'm reliving my memories...what an amazing experience I had. I leave you with the email I sent on this day in 2002...
I Finally Saw the torch!
The past 6 months, the 14 hour days, the crazy, busy moments and all the hard work paid off. Everything came together as I watched the torch make its way through Salt Lake. I actually saw it twice! I was so overcome with emotions the first time, I had to get a second look at it. It was amazing to me to see thousands of people lined up and down the streets chanting USA!
This morning a huge storm come in-winds over 40 mph. Let me just tell you, when show hits you at 40 mph, it really stings! Plus the first trials of ski jumping had to be postponed and our blimp had to be brought down, so it was not a good morning for anyone. Now the snow has moved out (along with the inversion) and the sky is a beautiful blue - everyone is ready for tonight!
I've seen parts of the opening ceremonies and it will be great! There is a huge ice skating rink and amazing costumes. They have taken on the "wild west" theme, all the way down to the kazoo's. The streets are full of excitement and people from every Nation. Pin trading is such a big event on the street. I'm glad I don't have time to leave the office, because the pins would be my weakness. I don't know why, because what am I going to do with them?
Anyway, just wanted to say Hello and get you excited for the Opening tonight! My bets are on Mayor Giuliani to carry the flame into the stadium, but that is a secret nobody knows the answer to. Hope you all enjoy. Happy Olympics- Brooke :)
I Finally Saw the torch!
The past 6 months, the 14 hour days, the crazy, busy moments and all the hard work paid off. Everything came together as I watched the torch make its way through Salt Lake. I actually saw it twice! I was so overcome with emotions the first time, I had to get a second look at it. It was amazing to me to see thousands of people lined up and down the streets chanting USA!
This morning a huge storm come in-winds over 40 mph. Let me just tell you, when show hits you at 40 mph, it really stings! Plus the first trials of ski jumping had to be postponed and our blimp had to be brought down, so it was not a good morning for anyone. Now the snow has moved out (along with the inversion) and the sky is a beautiful blue - everyone is ready for tonight!
I've seen parts of the opening ceremonies and it will be great! There is a huge ice skating rink and amazing costumes. They have taken on the "wild west" theme, all the way down to the kazoo's. The streets are full of excitement and people from every Nation. Pin trading is such a big event on the street. I'm glad I don't have time to leave the office, because the pins would be my weakness. I don't know why, because what am I going to do with them?
Anyway, just wanted to say Hello and get you excited for the Opening tonight! My bets are on Mayor Giuliani to carry the flame into the stadium, but that is a secret nobody knows the answer to. Hope you all enjoy. Happy Olympics- Brooke :)
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Happy Birthday Dad...
We just got home from Emily, Caleb and Lily's house where we celebrated Dad's Birthday. Caleb grilled deer meat and Emily made baked beans and southern potatoes...everything was delicious.
Lily entertained us with her Dancing to the Wii's Karaoke to Girls Just Want to Have Fun!
And of course...you can't have a Birthday without cake and ice cream...
Lily entertained us with her Dancing to the Wii's Karaoke to Girls Just Want to Have Fun!
And of course...you can't have a Birthday without cake and ice cream...
Monday, February 8, 2010
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Painful week...
I had a crown done before Christmas and finished up on Martin Luther King Day, anyway on Monday after a very long day at work...I bit down into my dinner for pain to shoot through my entire right side of my face and it has not left...I'm going to turn into Ibuprofen...he called me in something stronger today as well as a night guard, so maybe I can stand tomorrow! I went into the dentist on Wednesday, but nothing seemed high, he thinks I've bruised it somehow...now I think it is my back teeth touching, you think I can file it down with a nail file?
I haven't done much this week besides work...but I did finish The Help.
I recommend it to everyone. I'm not one to run to best sellers, but Jennifer recommend it and let me borrow it. I'm so glad she did. It is fabulous and I didn't want it to end. It is about the 'The Help' in Jackson, MS in the 60's...before blacks and whites were seen equal. It's about how the maids raised all the white babies while the white baby mammas were playing bridge and attending jr league meetings. My favorite quote..."We are just two people. Not that much separates us. Not nearly as much as I thought." Don't let the 500 pages fool you...it is delightful.
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