Week 1555??

I guess not but if sure feels like one day is at least a year.  Celebrating birthdays, weddings, funerals, milestones all are difficult to do or to enjoy.  How can you celebrate and be happy when there is so much gloom & doom every where you look.  Here's to another week of finding the little ways to make the days brighter.  Even maybe bring a smile or laughter to our faces or to others.

Birthday flowers
My 54th Birthday was filled with birthday wishes from
friends & family through social media and text messages.
Dave & the kids bought plants for me to enjoy
for the rest of the summer.

Celebrating school assignments.
Ha Ha Ha!!!
Ryder has put his everything into each assignment
I love the responses he has gotten from his teachers
as they recognize his hard work & determination.

Shared this special picture for Mother's Day.
This was the last time all four of us were
on the front porch.
This was once my stage while staying each summer.

Another memory rediscovered.
Grandma Johnson's large jade plant.  I am
going to try and grow this tiny plant into a tree.

Happy Mother's Day to Me.
I colored my hair & wore my soccer uniform.  To
help me believe that all will get better soon.

We went to the park to
eat KFC dinner another memory recreated.

Celebrating can be hard on those struggling with the constant changes, negative attitudes, and just plain grumpiness.  Here's to another week with hopefully easing restrictions, school work coming to an end, and swimming slowly starting up again.

We hope everyone has a better week.  Keep smiling, staying healthy, and finding ways to service each other.

Has it been a week or a month??

I am so confused about what day, month, or even what time it is now days.  This week did have a few differences that made it stand out.  The weather has turned extremely warm.  AC warm before we even make it to May.  This usually indicates a long hot summer is approaching and its not going to pause long enough to catch our breath.  Maybe people will start feeling better getting outside in the sunshine and fresh air.  Getting everyone outdoors can prove a challenge but it sure feels good when we are there.  Staying home this week didn't really work.  We did maintain the social distancing and wearing masks while out and about.

Sneak Peak
at virtual graduation.
I am still protesting this happening.
However, it isn't doing any good.

Rylee's invite from Ben
for Prom on the Porch.

Cruise the Blvd
Get out and support local businesses.
Eat dinner, make donations, and see other people as they drive by.

Saturday Morning @ Gunlock
Kayaking is the adventure of the day.
The park was already closed due to the crowds.
We found this spot on the other end of the park.

Nice & quiet
and lots of fresh air without the
crowds.
Both guys wore themselves out time for a picnic.

Heading home @ 12:00
The cars were crazy with people everywhere.

Trying to catch a picture of the falls.
Picture not so good.
The state closed the falls down later in the day.
No way of keeping a safe distance.
This was the first time in 25 years that I have seen
the falls.  They aren't there every year.

Prom on the Porch
They are looking good &
having fun.

Sunday morning first
German Pancakes??

Gone in 5!!
They were yummy and not one complaint.
What took me so long to try these.

Sunday baking
Trying my hand at making bread, rolls,
banana bread, and muddy buddies.
Prepping for the week ahead.

My banana bread was good but definitely under cooked.  That is why it caved in.  It still tasted great and was able to share with co-workers since Ryder, Reganne, and I are the only ones that like it.  I'm very proud of myself with this accomplishment of making stuff that tastes good and other will eat.  It's only taken a pandemic for me to figure it out.  It's all in the yeast.

It's going to be another busy week the last days of assignments for Rylee.  Reganne working on assignments and returning school property.  Ryder working on school and getting back to swimming.

Everyone stay safe, healthy, and sane.  Hang in there for another week.  I am still looking for a pause button if anyone has one to share.

And Another One....

The weeks are starting to blend together and most days are the same way.  Get up, school, work, eat, argue, sleep, and repeat again.  Each day I get the privilege of trying to get school work finished this is making me not the person they want to see after work.  I am grateful for the weekend when thing can be a little more relaxed.  I just need to figure out how to get the house cleaned and grocery shopping done during the week.  This would really make the weekend relaxing.  I am going to really try harder this week to make this happen.

Why won't they eat the last one?
I am seeing this more and more.
Are they avoid getting yelled at or what?

This new fashion statement takes
a lot to get used to.
Between fogging up my glasses, smelling & feeling my hot stinky breath.
The worst is not being able to read anything without moving my glasses.
I had a serious headache by the time I made it home.

Curious Ryder has been dying to a hover board.
Ben had one that he was willing to bring it over.
He needed a little assistance getting on.

A little unsure and where is his
protection.  He definitely needs
a helmat and shoes.
 

He was off and riding.
Now he is begging to ride it inside.
No Way!!!!
I did find him in his bedroom riding it.
He soon wore out the battery so Ben took it with him
to charge it up.
This maybe a future birthday or Christmas present.

Sunday baking...
Yummy cookies with mini M&Ms

I also tried my hand at making rolls again.
These were absolutely delicious.
I just needed to share.  We took some to our ministering ladies.

The day isn't over yet.
He needed to shoot some hoops
since he was bored.

Love this time of year.
The air smells like flowers.
So glad I got this picture by morning the petals
had all fallen on the ground.

Loved the jets flying over as
a thank you to all the hospital staff on the
front lines.
They really are moving it took 10 minutes to get from Beaver to St George.

The weather is warming up maybe a little to fast this year.  The word from Salt Lake City is that restrictions maybe eased up as early as next week.  That would be amazing for everyone and get this world turning again.  We are all still healthy and kicking down here.

Everyone stay safe & strong for another week.

Another One Bites the Dust...

Week 5 that is and we survived.  The days start pretty much the same Dave & I off to work.  The kids are homing doing school online.  The biggest difference is how many phone calls I get with questions, requests, and pleas to do something new.  Ryder is always looking for something new we can go shopping for that will cure all his boredom.  The end of the work day begins the chaos we call home.  The dogs & Ryder greet me at the door for a walk & a talk.  Reganne is enjoying a book in her room.  Rylee is over at Ben's doing homework or just vegging.

Nightly walks
Today with his long board.
Nobody likes this one it runs over toes.

Friday is pizza night.
The pizza was perfect.  However,
the bread sticks didn't impress the group.

Bike rides on the trails near our house.
Ryder's shocks were loose.
Heading home to fix them.  Thank goodness
I was already tired.

My Christmas Cactus
in bloom again.
It was a bright spot in a dreary week.

Trying new recipes
for the InstaPot.
This one was a definite winner!!!
Pioneer Pasta

Nightly scooter ride.
He is getting much better at not scaring me.

Off he goes for a solo ride.

Surprise!!!
Thank you DHHS for remembering
our Seniors.

Loved the special notes!!!

The yard sign melted my heart and started the tears once again.  The administration is working so hard to make this a memorable time for this amazing kids.  We appreciate all that they are working on.  Buckle up and keep your hands inside the car at all times for another crazy week at home.

Stay Safe and Healthy!!!