I hope everyone had a great 4th of July!
We stayed home and cleaned our carpets, and then loaded everyone into the car and went and did some errands and picked up dinner and brought it home.
And now we have nice clean looking carpets! yeah!
Yesterday we founds some desks for Alex and Ashley. All last year they kept asking us when we would get them desks so they could do their homework in their rooms at a desk... so we found some that looked nice and had a decent price. We went and bought them today and that's Rich's project of the night- putting them together.
I'm sitting here trying to get my thoughts completly straightened out for my Relief Society lesson tomorrow. I'm not having much inspiration, but I know it will come together in the end. :)
Angela fell asleep and had a LATE nap, so I'll be up till midnight with her anyway. There is a Wonderful World of Disney show on ABC tonight, we found out about it by accident, but we're letting the kids stay up and watch that tonight. "Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen" It looks cute and funny... like a usual Disney Channel made for TV movie.
Well... and that's that... I know- not a very interesting blog entry... but this is my journal, and I figure I should put some boring day to day posts in it... :)
Saturday, July 05, 2008
Thursday, July 03, 2008
Funny girls
Angela and Alyssa are playing hide and go seek. When it’s her turn to find, Angela runs to the corner and counts... 14,15,16, 20,2,3 ready or not! and then goes and finds Alyssa.
Lazy summer mornings- just rambling here...
I'm just rambling here... random thoughts this morning.
I've definitly been having lazy summer mornings lately. As nice as it is... it really messes up my days. I don't get up and get things done like I need to do. I sleep in, the kids play nicely... it's nice and calm... but- I'm not getting to the Y to exercise, I'm not getting housework done, and I'm not getting the kids to do much more than the minimum stuff each day.
So what do I do to change things?? I don't know. The lazy summer mornings are nice... I can sleep in, and then stay up late with my night owl of a husband... and still get enough sleep :)
I just need to get myself to do some "power cleaning" later in the day or something. :)
Tomorrow is the 4th of July. We aren't really doing anything for it. Our carpets need to be cleaned, so we'll be cleaning the carpets during the day. That night I don't know if we'll go out to see the fireworks or not. We did a few years ago, and the kids complained the whole time while we were waiting, and then it was over in a couple of minutes... the kids were like "that's all??" So... we'll probably just watch the program on the tv. If I had a grill, I'd plan to grill hamburgers and stuff... but I don't have one- maybe next year. :) Perhaps we'll make some cookies or something... we'll see what I get motivated to do.
I think that's the biggest problem with me sleeping in each morning. I really cuts down on my motivation to do things... I'm just like a lazy slug each morning and really there is too much that I should be doing for me to be this lazy each day.
I've definitly been having lazy summer mornings lately. As nice as it is... it really messes up my days. I don't get up and get things done like I need to do. I sleep in, the kids play nicely... it's nice and calm... but- I'm not getting to the Y to exercise, I'm not getting housework done, and I'm not getting the kids to do much more than the minimum stuff each day.
So what do I do to change things?? I don't know. The lazy summer mornings are nice... I can sleep in, and then stay up late with my night owl of a husband... and still get enough sleep :)
I just need to get myself to do some "power cleaning" later in the day or something. :)
Tomorrow is the 4th of July. We aren't really doing anything for it. Our carpets need to be cleaned, so we'll be cleaning the carpets during the day. That night I don't know if we'll go out to see the fireworks or not. We did a few years ago, and the kids complained the whole time while we were waiting, and then it was over in a couple of minutes... the kids were like "that's all??" So... we'll probably just watch the program on the tv. If I had a grill, I'd plan to grill hamburgers and stuff... but I don't have one- maybe next year. :) Perhaps we'll make some cookies or something... we'll see what I get motivated to do.
I think that's the biggest problem with me sleeping in each morning. I really cuts down on my motivation to do things... I'm just like a lazy slug each morning and really there is too much that I should be doing for me to be this lazy each day.
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Rich and I without kids!!
In June Rich had a convention in Orlando. I took advantage of the opportunity and flew out and joined him that friday and left the kids at home. The first night we got to stay at the Hilton where he had been for the convention, and then we went and stayed at Disney's Yacht Club hotel. It was really neat! We had a balcony that looked out and I could watch the boardwalk.
Friday night we went to the California Grill Restaurant. It's on the top floor of the Disney's Contemporary Hotel right by the Magic Kingdom. We wanted to get a table by the windows that look out to the Magic Kingdom so we could watch the fireworks over at the park while we were eating, but we didn't realize that while we had reservations for the right time, we needed to get there early to get a table by the window during that time. Oh well... we were put back in the Wine room... kind of funny since we don't drink, but it was quieter and neat. The food was really good and we had a good time. :)
On Saturday we got up and checked out of the Hilton and went and checked in early at the Yacht Club. Then we drove over to Universal Studios and went to Islands of Adventure. I was not thinking at all and wore my new cute sketchers shoes... by the time we had walked from the car to the ticket booths... I already had blisters!!! Dumb choice on my part! So I suffered throught the day with those on. Rich had to slow down and walk slowly for me, but we had a fun time. The Hulk ride is really neat, and the dueling dragons ride was cool! The log ride really really gets you soaking wet and if you somehow didn't get wet on it, the raft ride takes care of any dry spots you have left!
We thought the park would be packed being a Saturday in June, so we had bought the fast pass tickets so we could use those on all the rides. Apparently people don't line up at the opening time as much and sleep in and then go to the Universal parks, so we were able to get through the lines pretty fast in the morning without using the fast pass tickets at all. Later in the day we pulled them out and used them on a few things. It always amazes me at how fast we can get through a park when it's just Rich and I. Everything takes so much longer with all the kids. We had gone on all the rides by 2pm and headed back to the hotel to relax a little while before dinner. That night we went to my favorite restaurant for dinner- Boma... I just love that place. The flavors are just so unique and something that I can't find here in Oklahoma.
On Sunday we went over to Epcot. Epcot is a fun place to go, but it's a lot funner to go without kids. It's neat to walk along the world showcase and see stuff around there, but kids usually don't have the patience and it isn't as interesting for them. While we were there it was HOT, and then it rained... and it cooled off a bit. We went on the new revamped Spaceship Earth ride and that was fun. We went to dinner at the Morroccan restaurant. It had looked interested in the stuff I had read about it, and it wasn't bad, but I don't think we'll go there again. There are too many other restaurants in Epcot that are much better. Then we went back to the hotel to rest for a while (we could just walk from the hotel to Epcot... very cool!) and then came back to watch the night time show and fireworks. Then we went and got dessert at the soda shop at our hotel. It was yummy and fun. There were a couple groups of kids that went and got the "kitchen sink" (a huge bowl of icecream and toppings) and they had races to see which group could eat the whole thing the fastest! lol!
On Monday we drove over to Universal Studios and went there. Again when we first got there it was empty! There were barely any people there and we went through the lines and walked right onto the rides... no waiting at all! We rode the Mummy twice with no wait- just walking right on! The rides and shows were fun... and we had a good time. :) I do have to say though that if you go to the Shrek 3d show... do NOT go to the right side of the "holding tank" (yes that's what it feels like when they cram everyone into a room to wait for the show!) We were in the fast pass line and got into the room first... and went over to the far right like they tell everyone... and then everyone else loaded in after us. WHen they opened the three small doors ON THE LEFT of the room, for people to then flow into the theatre we got stuck over on the right... and didn't get seats! We had to stand in the holding area for another waiting period and then got in to see the show. THey gave fast pass tickets to those of us that were inconvenienced... but it still was annoying... I could rant and rave about how I really really do not like the popular "holding tank" design of the shows and stuff... but I'll save that for another day and post... That night for dinner we went to Yachtsman's Steakhouse at our hotel... high prices, high quality... It was good though even though at times I feel way out of my element- choosing what type of steak to order... I don't know the difference between them! :)
We had a great time and it was so nice to be able to have this little trip with just the two of us. It really gave us time to sit and talk and relax and just have some quiet time together. :)
Friday night we went to the California Grill Restaurant. It's on the top floor of the Disney's Contemporary Hotel right by the Magic Kingdom. We wanted to get a table by the windows that look out to the Magic Kingdom so we could watch the fireworks over at the park while we were eating, but we didn't realize that while we had reservations for the right time, we needed to get there early to get a table by the window during that time. Oh well... we were put back in the Wine room... kind of funny since we don't drink, but it was quieter and neat. The food was really good and we had a good time. :)
On Saturday we got up and checked out of the Hilton and went and checked in early at the Yacht Club. Then we drove over to Universal Studios and went to Islands of Adventure. I was not thinking at all and wore my new cute sketchers shoes... by the time we had walked from the car to the ticket booths... I already had blisters!!! Dumb choice on my part! So I suffered throught the day with those on. Rich had to slow down and walk slowly for me, but we had a fun time. The Hulk ride is really neat, and the dueling dragons ride was cool! The log ride really really gets you soaking wet and if you somehow didn't get wet on it, the raft ride takes care of any dry spots you have left!
We thought the park would be packed being a Saturday in June, so we had bought the fast pass tickets so we could use those on all the rides. Apparently people don't line up at the opening time as much and sleep in and then go to the Universal parks, so we were able to get through the lines pretty fast in the morning without using the fast pass tickets at all. Later in the day we pulled them out and used them on a few things. It always amazes me at how fast we can get through a park when it's just Rich and I. Everything takes so much longer with all the kids. We had gone on all the rides by 2pm and headed back to the hotel to relax a little while before dinner. That night we went to my favorite restaurant for dinner- Boma... I just love that place. The flavors are just so unique and something that I can't find here in Oklahoma.
On Sunday we went over to Epcot. Epcot is a fun place to go, but it's a lot funner to go without kids. It's neat to walk along the world showcase and see stuff around there, but kids usually don't have the patience and it isn't as interesting for them. While we were there it was HOT, and then it rained... and it cooled off a bit. We went on the new revamped Spaceship Earth ride and that was fun. We went to dinner at the Morroccan restaurant. It had looked interested in the stuff I had read about it, and it wasn't bad, but I don't think we'll go there again. There are too many other restaurants in Epcot that are much better. Then we went back to the hotel to rest for a while (we could just walk from the hotel to Epcot... very cool!) and then came back to watch the night time show and fireworks. Then we went and got dessert at the soda shop at our hotel. It was yummy and fun. There were a couple groups of kids that went and got the "kitchen sink" (a huge bowl of icecream and toppings) and they had races to see which group could eat the whole thing the fastest! lol!
On Monday we drove over to Universal Studios and went there. Again when we first got there it was empty! There were barely any people there and we went through the lines and walked right onto the rides... no waiting at all! We rode the Mummy twice with no wait- just walking right on! The rides and shows were fun... and we had a good time. :) I do have to say though that if you go to the Shrek 3d show... do NOT go to the right side of the "holding tank" (yes that's what it feels like when they cram everyone into a room to wait for the show!) We were in the fast pass line and got into the room first... and went over to the far right like they tell everyone... and then everyone else loaded in after us. WHen they opened the three small doors ON THE LEFT of the room, for people to then flow into the theatre we got stuck over on the right... and didn't get seats! We had to stand in the holding area for another waiting period and then got in to see the show. THey gave fast pass tickets to those of us that were inconvenienced... but it still was annoying... I could rant and rave about how I really really do not like the popular "holding tank" design of the shows and stuff... but I'll save that for another day and post... That night for dinner we went to Yachtsman's Steakhouse at our hotel... high prices, high quality... It was good though even though at times I feel way out of my element- choosing what type of steak to order... I don't know the difference between them! :)
We had a great time and it was so nice to be able to have this little trip with just the two of us. It really gave us time to sit and talk and relax and just have some quiet time together. :)
Day 7- Legoland
Ok... I'm struggling with getting pictures on here at a good quality, so I'm just going to go ahead and write up about our trips and stuff, and the pictures will just have to wait... :)
Southern California Trip- Day 7- Legoland.
We woke up this morning and it was COLD!!! We were sure it would warm up though... we did have long pants we could have the kids wear, and so we dressed them as warmly as we had clothes for. Everyone had a sweatshirt or sweater, except for me. We had our breakfast and headed over to Legoland.
At Legoland while we were waiting for the gates to open, Rich took pity on me and let me wear his sweater. We were all huddled up trying to break the wind so it wouldn't feel so cold.
Finally the park opened and we were off... We rode a little boat ride first that just went around and showed the Lego creations of different places...
Then we rode some other little rides and a rollercoaster. It still wasn't warming up and we went inside and saw a 3D sound and lights show. After that we meet up with Rich's brother Dave and Amanda and then we just spent time riding rides and having fun! All in all it was a fun day.
When the park closed we went back to the hotel and surfed around and found a mexican restaurant near the beach. We drove over there and it was a really neat little place just a couple blocks from the beach. Even with our large group of 10 they were able to seat us within about 15-20 minutes. It was just the right level of noise that I didn't feel like I had to keep the kids really quiet. It was a neat family friendly mexican place. Too bad I can't remember the name of it or I would let everyone know! (Maybe Rich or his mom remember and can put a comment on this post to let us know. :))
After a yummy dinner we went back to the hotel. Everyone came to our room and we stayed up and played some games for a while. Then Alex, Ashley, and Alyssa got to go and spend the night with Dave and Amanda at their hotel and have a slumber party with them. Rich and I only had one child to put to bed! wow!
The next morning we packed up everything, packed the car up and waited for Dave and Amanda to bring the kids back. Then we got into the car and drove... and drove... and drove... Alex got sick and threw up all over himself and the stuff sitting around him. After a few of those he stopped and thankfully no one else got sick! We drove from SanDiego to Albuquerque and then stopped for the night. The next day we drove the rest of the way home and it was nice and uneventful!
Southern California Trip- Day 7- Legoland.
We woke up this morning and it was COLD!!! We were sure it would warm up though... we did have long pants we could have the kids wear, and so we dressed them as warmly as we had clothes for. Everyone had a sweatshirt or sweater, except for me. We had our breakfast and headed over to Legoland.
At Legoland while we were waiting for the gates to open, Rich took pity on me and let me wear his sweater. We were all huddled up trying to break the wind so it wouldn't feel so cold.
Finally the park opened and we were off... We rode a little boat ride first that just went around and showed the Lego creations of different places...
Then we rode some other little rides and a rollercoaster. It still wasn't warming up and we went inside and saw a 3D sound and lights show. After that we meet up with Rich's brother Dave and Amanda and then we just spent time riding rides and having fun! All in all it was a fun day.
When the park closed we went back to the hotel and surfed around and found a mexican restaurant near the beach. We drove over there and it was a really neat little place just a couple blocks from the beach. Even with our large group of 10 they were able to seat us within about 15-20 minutes. It was just the right level of noise that I didn't feel like I had to keep the kids really quiet. It was a neat family friendly mexican place. Too bad I can't remember the name of it or I would let everyone know! (Maybe Rich or his mom remember and can put a comment on this post to let us know. :))
After a yummy dinner we went back to the hotel. Everyone came to our room and we stayed up and played some games for a while. Then Alex, Ashley, and Alyssa got to go and spend the night with Dave and Amanda at their hotel and have a slumber party with them. Rich and I only had one child to put to bed! wow!
The next morning we packed up everything, packed the car up and waited for Dave and Amanda to bring the kids back. Then we got into the car and drove... and drove... and drove... Alex got sick and threw up all over himself and the stuff sitting around him. After a few of those he stopped and thankfully no one else got sick! We drove from SanDiego to Albuquerque and then stopped for the night. The next day we drove the rest of the way home and it was nice and uneventful!
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