Hopefully to become a new tradition!
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Thursday, September 16, 2010
California Adventure!
We just returned from our much needed and anticipated vacation! We began our adventure Friday evening, driving to Las Vegas, where we stayed in the luxurious Beck Hotel! After arriving at midnight, Andrew & his dad stayed up half the night playing Rock Band!
Saturday afternoon, we arrived in San Diego, just in time to hop on a ship for a two-hour cruise around the bay. Our thanks to Danny & Kristi, for purchasing this cruise for their honeymoon, and not using it!
Who knew that San Diego was home to submarines, air craft carriers and naval ships? The men in the group especially enjoyed these!
As well as the sea lions!
That night (and the next two), we stayed in the also luxurious Kringle hotel in Oceanside! The photo doesn't do it justice!
Saturday afternoon, we arrived in San Diego, just in time to hop on a ship for a two-hour cruise around the bay. Our thanks to Danny & Kristi, for purchasing this cruise for their honeymoon, and not using it!
Who knew that San Diego was home to submarines, air craft carriers and naval ships? The men in the group especially enjoyed these!
As well as the sea lions!
That night (and the next two), we stayed in the also luxurious Kringle hotel in Oceanside! The photo doesn't do it justice!
Sunday, we attended church with Whitney, and then took a stroll on the beach.
Where some of us got wet :) Very wet, in fact! A highlight of our beach trip was spotting dolphins in the ocean! (And for Andrew, definitely the kind man who offered to let him borrow his boogie board!)
Monday, we spent in Disneyland! Thanks again to Danny & Kristi who did all the legwork for our Give a Day, Get a Day! We had a great time! Biggest rush--definitely Splash Mountain! (And next time, I'm taking a change of clothes!)
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Thursday, August 19, 2010
It's a Girl!
Welcome to the World!Margaret Marie Strong
(Maggie)
born August 19, 2010 at 5:42 p.m.
7 pounds 2 ounces
We love you already!
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
In Case You're Interested . . .
I finally heard back from Covenant Communications, the publisher to whom I submitted my manuscript, The Price of Jade. They have requested a rewrite, and will be sending me feedback so that I can address their particular concerns.
They wrote: "We love the basic story, and find it unique and interesting--not the usual cookie-cutter novel in the LDS market! If you could do some work on the areas we've identified, I think it could be one that we would decide to publish."
I know it's good news, so why do I feel a little bit sad, a little bit apprehensive, a little bit numb?
I do know that I'm anxious to read their comments. And I'm pretty sure I know what I'm going to be doing with all my spare time in August!
They wrote: "We love the basic story, and find it unique and interesting--not the usual cookie-cutter novel in the LDS market! If you could do some work on the areas we've identified, I think it could be one that we would decide to publish."
I know it's good news, so why do I feel a little bit sad, a little bit apprehensive, a little bit numb?
I do know that I'm anxious to read their comments. And I'm pretty sure I know what I'm going to be doing with all my spare time in August!
Sunday, July 25, 2010
The Sons I Never Had
One day a few weeks ago, Eric and Ryan stopped by the house for lunch and a short break from lawn mowing. I was cleaning at the time, and Ryan immediately offered to vacuum--which he did. As Eric watched him, he commented that Ryan was "the son I never had." His comment--along with recent events--inspired this blog, where I want to pay tribute to all the "sons I never had."
The first SINH is Eric. Jenny's Eric, not to be confused with the son I did have! Over the last several months Eric has driven a gazillion miles to provide his family--but not himself--with vacations. His long hours in the car have been immediately followed by long hours in airports and airplanes and short hours in bed, then back to the grindstone. Thank you, Eric, for your hard work and willingness to sacrifice so much so that all of us can spend time with our Jenny, Parker, Caleb, Maren and Macey.
My second SINH is Tom, or Tommy, as my dear husband calls him. Tom likes to tease me. He's also quick to jump up after a meal and wash the dishes. He's completely genuine, generous and kind, a "what you see is what you get" man, who's just down-to-earth enough to call an apostle, "Dude!" And in just a few weeks, he's going to finish his RN at the University of Utah! Congrats Tom; I'm proud of you!
My third SINH is Ryan. Today I'm especially proud of Ryan for landing an English teaching job at the Springville Jr. High, where I know he will inspire and befriend many struggling and uncertain adolescents! I love to talk to Ryan, and appreciate his positive attitude, his helpful and kind nature, and his fun-loving personality. A creative and talented soul, Ryan always believes the glass is half-full, and makes life fun for those around him.
My last SINH is Rob. When I think of Rob, I think of someone who is always happy and completely without guile. With his postive disposition and his deep desire to do what's right, Rob will influence for good many young adults as he serves in the single's ward bishopric over the next year. I am proud of him for being worthy and willing to serve.
I am grateful to all my SINHs, for their willingness to sacrifice and love my four precious daughters. Each one is unique, but each one is strong, faithful, and kind, and I love them all.
And as for the Sons I Did Have (so they don't feel left out)--
Eric, who gracefully carries a load that is too heavy for anyone. I love you, and am proud of you and the man you are becoming.
Danny, who will soon head off to distant places to follow his dream. I'm proud of you for being brave enough to do that!
And Andrew, who listens to me talk, even when he isn't interested, and still likes to snuggle.
I love you all, and thank you for your love (and for providing me with the Daughters I Never Had)!
The first SINH is Eric. Jenny's Eric, not to be confused with the son I did have! Over the last several months Eric has driven a gazillion miles to provide his family--but not himself--with vacations. His long hours in the car have been immediately followed by long hours in airports and airplanes and short hours in bed, then back to the grindstone. Thank you, Eric, for your hard work and willingness to sacrifice so much so that all of us can spend time with our Jenny, Parker, Caleb, Maren and Macey.
My second SINH is Tom, or Tommy, as my dear husband calls him. Tom likes to tease me. He's also quick to jump up after a meal and wash the dishes. He's completely genuine, generous and kind, a "what you see is what you get" man, who's just down-to-earth enough to call an apostle, "Dude!" And in just a few weeks, he's going to finish his RN at the University of Utah! Congrats Tom; I'm proud of you!
My third SINH is Ryan. Today I'm especially proud of Ryan for landing an English teaching job at the Springville Jr. High, where I know he will inspire and befriend many struggling and uncertain adolescents! I love to talk to Ryan, and appreciate his positive attitude, his helpful and kind nature, and his fun-loving personality. A creative and talented soul, Ryan always believes the glass is half-full, and makes life fun for those around him.
My last SINH is Rob. When I think of Rob, I think of someone who is always happy and completely without guile. With his postive disposition and his deep desire to do what's right, Rob will influence for good many young adults as he serves in the single's ward bishopric over the next year. I am proud of him for being worthy and willing to serve.
I am grateful to all my SINHs, for their willingness to sacrifice and love my four precious daughters. Each one is unique, but each one is strong, faithful, and kind, and I love them all.
And as for the Sons I Did Have (so they don't feel left out)--
Eric, who gracefully carries a load that is too heavy for anyone. I love you, and am proud of you and the man you are becoming.
Danny, who will soon head off to distant places to follow his dream. I'm proud of you for being brave enough to do that!
And Andrew, who listens to me talk, even when he isn't interested, and still likes to snuggle.
I love you all, and thank you for your love (and for providing me with the Daughters I Never Had)!
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