Visitors

There is nothing better than having visitors stop by. 5 minutes, 5 hours, or even 5 days we are here for you.

Great lunch and visit

with my sister Sharai.

Guess who is back for a visit?

Miss Indy & Ranger

Piper was so glad they came over. However, Dexter wasn't as excited.

Rylee & Ruston

checking out this BMW that came to town for a visit.

This boy ix exhausted

after visiting his friends.

Miss Ava and her jewels

Destiny & Ava came to visit for Sunday dinner.

Found these jewels while cleaning the storage room.

Elmo needs new batteries

Thank you Ryder!!

Dave & Ava

Painting together

Dave was extra reactive in making a garbage bag dress

to keep her clothes clean.

Always remember that we love visitors. No need to call ahead. Drop in to say hi, eat, and have a great time catching up.

Hello March!

It's a beautiful day for the beginning of March. Spring is one season in Southern Utah that is very unpredictable. The weather can and will change weekly, daily, and even hourly if you are lucky. 

Perfect day for a motorcycle ride.

Dave & I sent to LaVerkin for lunch.

The old wagons bring back memories

of growing up and spending time on the farm

with Grandpa & Grandma Johnson.

More memories

Dexter trying to figure out where the jungle gym went.

It was well loved by kids & dogs alike.

It has become a safety hazard and had to come down.

Yep, that's snow!!

Not much stayed on the ground but the change

is real from a couple of days ago.

Let the spring begin and all the fun that it entails. Don't pack away your winter clothes just yet.

Another Month Wrap Up

February is in the books and it went by really fast. Sharing the final photos of the busy month.

The dogs are barking like crazy.

I headed outside to see what actually was going on.

Surprise!!

A big beautiful balloon.

Time to go inside.

Grand Puppies

and they are picture perfect

I am convinced that Rylee has some magic to get them both to sit still for pictures.

Weather station

showing something really rare.

It's the same temp outside as inside.

Not sure if either is correct.  It looked cool.

Goodbye February and hello March!! 3rd quarter is ending for Ryder only 3 months before school is out.

 

2025 CSC Final Countdown Meet

It's the last club meet of the season and it's in Cedar City. Ryder is ready to give it his all and hopefully get another qualifying time for Zones next month.

All is quiet..at least for now.

I brought my veggies

still going strong in the challenge.

Getting ready for his event.

I'm on the other side of of the pool.

I get the turn end tonight.

Ryder & Coach

Advice, tips, and tricks shared to improve preformance.

Someone is starving

That is a big hamburger

We had a great time!! Watching great swims and kids having fun together. The officiating can be hard standing there in one spot for 3 hours. What makes it fun is hanging out with all my friends.

Event #6 Mixed 13&O 50 Yard Fly    27.28    1st Place

Event #12    Mixed 200 Yard IM    2:13.44    2nd Place

Event #14    Mixed 13&O Yard Free    53.57    1st Place

Event #25    Mixed 11&O 400 Yard IM    4:50.90    3rd Place

 

Food Challenge

The 90 Day Challenge is in full swing! This time around I am looking for new recipes that instead of granulated sugar use honey or maple syrup instead. Is possible to things Dave can eat and Ryder & I enjoy eating.

Pancakes

Really flat and zero taste.

FAIL!!

Popcorn!!

Love this new microwave Colonel Popper just kernals, add the lid, 2 minutes

WIN!!

Perfect for all of us.

Add butter, salt, and date sugar makes it even better.

Garden salad 

Added bbq chicken, bacon, and egg add the protien I need.

FAIL!!

Dave & Ryder don't like this one.

Pancakes again

Keep your fingers crossed.

So much better and a whole lot fluffier.

Sweetner is a little maple syrup.

WIN!!

Dave's sugar didn't spike, Ryder ate 4.

I sprinkled a little date sugar for added sweetness.

The challenge is real in trying to cook healthier but still enjoy the things we all like. I am still on the hunt for more recipes. Feel free to share your favorites.

Random Stories

It's a bird! It's a plane! Superman?

Nope! A SpaceX rocket from miles, miles away.

It looked so much closer.

Love the little resin characters that we have started hiding them

around the office. Our new fun thing to do is little gnomes for the holidays.

This is for Valentine's Day. 

Poor little hummingbird

outside cold and wet.

Thank goodness Reganne didn't try bringing it inside.

How long will Ruston stay clean?

Not long with him wrestling with Ranger. 

Who is a giant swiffer that attracts dirt like a magnet.

What the heck is that?

Dexter lost another tooth. We may need to find him puppy dentures

if he continues this way.

That is fun to share the random pictures I find on my phone. Even crazier that I took them in the first place. Maybe I a little crazier than I thought.

Mischievous Sister

What is a mom to think when you get a text with one of your kids with a glint in her eye and her brother's debit card in her hand? First thought was to panic!! Second thought was to call her and ask what was up. Then the explanation popped up.

Shhh guys  don't tell Ryder but I found his debit card and I'm about to go on a shopping spree (ps lmk if you guys want anything)

This boy needs a new wallet and possibly a padlock to keep it close.

Rylee..Yesss let me send you my Amazon link!

Ryder was a good sport and didn't freak out. They make me crazy when they poke at each other and never stop. All is good until some one starts crying.

Please tell me that this is normal between siblings before I go crazy.

Staying Busy

Ever wondered what we do between swim meet sessions? Each meet is different and it depends on where we are at. This meet we happen in be at BYU so there is plenty to do and people to visit.

We have been planning a birthday party for Grandma JeanAnn who will be turning 80 years old on March 30th. It was a perfect morning for all of us to meet and finalize the party details. It's also the perfect time to just hang out together.

Dad's music collection

on reel to reel tapes

Old school play list!!

Fun to see what music dad had collected so many years ago.

Never seen before

Larry's horses relaxing and taking a nap.

Reganne & scorpion

She had to share her adventures while home by herself.

Welcome home hug!

She was so excited see Ryder and probably sleep in her own bed.

Exhausted!!

I do believe that he had a good time with friends.

Learned something new.

Banana's don't like to be outside in the freezing cold.

I left them in the trunk overnight in Springville.

Sugar Day!!

Frosted Mint Brownies

Passed on them the day before at the meet.

I had to try my hand at making some of my own.

Nobody else seemed as excited to eat them as me. Time to cut them up and freeze them.

I will have them to enjoy for the next month on my sugar days.

Each meet we find something to do from movies, shopping, eating, and even taking a nap. It's good to be home and get a nap in tomorrow after church.

High School State Championship Meet - Day 2

It's Saturday and finals with a start time of 5:00. This pool is not setup great for spectators with limited seats. If you want to get a seat you must show up early and wait in line. I gave up my perfect spot poolside to cheer from above with all the parents and possibly lose my voice.

Warm Ups

I'm not sure which one is Ryder. 

They all look the same from the angle.

Honoring an amazing group of people.

The officials who gave up all their free time

over the past 4 months.

They are also great friends.

What do you snack on while you wait?

Me? Celery for the win today.

Still going strong in the challange.

Look close you can see his name

Lane 14

Relay with a perfect dive.

Craziness on deck 

Exhausted!!

It was a great meet watching all the kids and reaching for a personal best.

Event #6    Men 200 Yard IM    17th Place    2:08.41

Event #16    Men 200 Yard Free Relay    19th Place    1:39.41

Event #18    Men 100 Yard Back    14th Place    58.82    **Qualified for Finals**

Event #18    Men 100 Yard Back    14th Place     58.99

Event #22    Men 400 Yard Free Relay    10th Place    3:28.66    **Qualified for Finals**

Event #22    Men 400 Yar Free Relay    10th Place    3:27.31

High school season is over!! Everyone is exhausted but will be back in the pool Monday morning. Zones is in a couple of weeks.

High School State Championship Meet - Day 1

The day has finally arrived that swim kids have been waiting for is the High School State Swim Championships at BYU. This is the 2nd travel meet of the season. Time to celebrate the kids and hang out with my swim friends as well.

Email with all info needed for the trip.

I have a sneaky suspicion that the kids never even opened.

But each and every mom devoured it.

Then went shopping to buy everything on it.

The kids were only worry about suits, goggles, and maybe a few snacks.

The kids are at pracktice

The parents did some decorating

They don't look tired after

practicing for an hour.

Finally!!

Everyone is ready to head North.

Final picture

Everyone is seated and ready to leave.

If only the parents would let them.

They are off!!

We made it to Spanish Fork

lunch at our favorite bbq place.

Brought my vegetables

Have to get those points for the challenge.

I have the best seat in the house!

Timer seats are the best but a little wet.

Day one is in the books and the kids all worked hard. One parent asked how I knew all swimmers from other schools. My reply they are all my kids!!!!

Time to rest up tomorrow is going to be a busy day full of lines & cholorine.