Sunday, October 25, 2026

Mom's Random Photos Issue #6

Let's get started with stories.

Extra Large Flag
Trying to find the perfect spot.
This is not it. Need to see all of it.

Lunch!!
One big problem that potato looks delicious.
But....
It was COLD and hard as a rock.

Sunflower
My first one from my porch garden.

This is pretty.
It makes me sneeze and my eyes water
everytime these little purple flowers appear.

Well, thrifting with Dave look what I found.
No price tag in site. 
A picture will do.

Dave has been working so hard
to fix the hole.


Ranger's nose seems to be growing
He justs wants to say Good Morning!!

Guessing that this belonged 
to Dexter.
It looks way to big for his mouth.
Off to the garbage!
I didn't keep the kids teeth so Dexter's are a no go as well.

As July winds down the heat is still HOT!!. School maybe starting in a couple of weeks summer is still here for another month. Bring on August and the dog days of summer.

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Lagoon 2026

It's been a couple of years since our last visit. It's time to have some fun. My goal is not to throwup.

They are off with
me bringing up the rear.

Reganne & I's 1st ride
The Ferris Wheel!
Dang! I may not make it through the first ride.
She found the wheel to make us spin.

Next up..the dragon
and even more spinning.
I held it together.

Rattlesnake Rapids
I bowed out and watched in the shade.

Very Berry Dots
Nice and cold but not recommended.

The Sizzler
Reganne & Ryder were willing to it a shot.
Me however bowed out.

Last ride of the day!
Broke down with people running around inside.
Rescued, Reopened, and one last ride.
Had a little issue getting out.

Dinner afterwards
Pier 49 Pizza in Springville.

Amazing food and 
amazing service. Thanks Grandma JeanAnn!!

Great trip and I didn't embarrass myself or the kids. I hope they had even more fun that I did. It was an exhausing weekend.

Sunday, October 18, 2026

Third Set of Wisdom Teeth

Ryder was ready to have his wisdom teeth removed after me dragging my feet on setting up the appointment. He wasn't prepared for how fast they could get him in. So here we are 2 weeks later full of nervous energy and not sure about the whole IV.  Bright and early on a Thursday morning and home by 7:30.

He could climb in the Hummer.
We are headed home for him to sleep it off.

He survived the IV.
He was shocked to see that it actually happened.

He rolled over
and was out like a light.
I was off to get prescriptions and check in at work.

My phone dings!!
Hi Mom!!

We did get meds and a little food in him.
A whole lot more sleep.


Day 2
Not so angry looking and a little swelling.
But a whole lot of Hangry!!

Drive thru at Popeye's
Yes the man on the scooter was waiting as well.
After 10 minutes of no movement.
Backed out and headed home.

Potatoes & Gravy
Luckily I remembered that I had a package of instant potatoes.
Homemade country gravy.
These are the BEST!!
Not sure he is all with it if these are the best.

Day 2
A little more swelling
But still very Hangry.

Cream of Chicken Soup
and some KFC potatoes and gravy.
Not as good as your's.

Day 3
Chipmunk cheeks
The hangry is slowly going away.

Day 4
Looks really good with 
very little pain.

He survived and so did everyone else. This is one adventure towards adulthood that I am glad is behind us. Teething, walking, potty training, kindergarten, and wisdom teeth removal all milestones towards adulthood.  

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Incoming Text Message

Note to self when a text message comes in with pictures of Ryder sitting in an unknown car. I should start to ask questions. I knew they were going to an estate sale of a local man who had passed away. Dave & Ryder are in heaven.

#1

#2

#3

I'm worried know
They all 3 made their way to our house.

Happy 4th of July
Ryder's driving skills are put to the test.
Can he back this down our crazy driveway to the garage.

Rylee found her dream car
in the same garage.
Your eyes are not deceiving you it is pink!

Test drive
After a little TLC it runs!!
However, you can run faster than it.

They bought it!


Wait a minute?
Shouldn't that be in the car and
not on the driveway?

We are officially full.
There is no more room at the Water's Garage.

Not sure what happens next with these cars. Stay tuned I am sure there will be future updates.

Sunday, October 11, 2026

Happy Independance Day

It's a beautiful day for a parade. Time to find my spot.

There it is
Loading bags with apples.

Zion being pulled
by Popcicle!!

So many volunteers

Unrolling the flag

The middle or the end?

We made it to the end of 
the parade route.
The trick now is finding the family.
Found them!!
Thank goodness the monkey towers over everyone.

Grease Monkey Float
with the Roadster.

The Monkey Crew

Grandma JeanAnn & Grease Monkey aka Leo

Rylee driving the Corvette
Ryder jumped in as well.

Ruston brought up the rear
with the bus!!
Love the decorations.

Ending a busy day
with a family BBQ

This is one of my favorite holidays!! The fun, sun, and celebrating how special our country is. My decoration will stay up for the summer. You can never have too much red, white, and blue.