This is Luke demonstrating his favorite part of Jungle Book.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Rock Hunting
I have a lot of memories of rock hunting when I was young. We searched for topaz, amethyst, indian tears, geodes, trilobites and many other rocks. My dad has always been very interested in this hobby and recently invited us out to the 'desert' to see what we could find. Our treasures....agate, ryolite, calcite?, gypsum and dinosaur bones!
The boys loved riding on the bumpy road in the back of the truck with Whitney. It was an adventure. Aleah, Grandma Lynette, Whitney, Grandpa Mel and I did a little exploring but were not as adventurous and stayed close to the truck. We still had a good time.
The boys loved riding on the bumpy road in the back of the truck with Whitney. It was an adventure. Aleah, Grandma Lynette, Whitney, Grandpa Mel and I did a little exploring but were not as adventurous and stayed close to the truck. We still had a good time.
A Collection
I have quite a collection of photos forming of Aleah. So, for your viewing pleasure, here are just a few of my favorites.
Given an Angel
Our family was blessed with a beautiful little girl on September 9, 2009. It is always a very difficult task for Dave and I to choose a name that we both like, and that will encompass everything we hope for in such a little bundle. Her name, Aleah Rose. Dave does not pay much attention to the 'meaning' of names, but I have loved the name Aleah since my neighbor Amanda suggested it. It means 'rising' or 'ascending'. After a busy day with visitors, nurses and family, I held this sweet angel in my arms, thankful for the miracle that she is. Even though she had not spent 24 hours yet in this world, I wanted to tell her that she is capable of overcoming anything that comes her way while she is here on the earth. That she can be better, stronger, and more loving than anyone that has come before her. There is going to be nothing to hold her back. Her name fits her so well. As for the Rose in her name, we were blessed with this tender flower on the day that her Great Grandmother Janice Rose Clyde was called home to be with her husband Scott in the Heavens. And so, as one generation passes away, a new one enters.
Aleah Rose Lignell
September 9, 2009
2:56 a.m.
8 lbs. 2 oz.
20 1/2 inches
I had waited so long to hold my very own little girl.
Luke gives the 'thumbs up', giving us permission to finally head home.
Oh, and as for labor and delivery....My fastest one yet. 2 hours 10 minutes from first contraction to babe in arms. How it happens, I don't know. But I am most thankful for close hospitals, Dave's evening driving skills and the helpful hospital staff for making this life changing event a very smooth transition.
Aleah Rose Lignell
September 9, 2009
2:56 a.m.
8 lbs. 2 oz.
20 1/2 inches
I had waited so long to hold my very own little girl.
Luke gives the 'thumbs up', giving us permission to finally head home.
Oh, and as for labor and delivery....My fastest one yet. 2 hours 10 minutes from first contraction to babe in arms. How it happens, I don't know. But I am most thankful for close hospitals, Dave's evening driving skills and the helpful hospital staff for making this life changing event a very smooth transition.
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Our Summer
I wrote this post a long time ago....but just barely was able to post it!
Our 'Outdoors Time' has been severely limited this summer. It seems like every weekend there is something else planned that we need to attend, or work to be done, or me not wanting to hike, or sleep in a tent, or camp out. But, we have had a few outings that have been worth noting.
Dave has been wanting to spend a lot more time in the Uintahs. He has purchased most of the equipment to backpack in and camp, but it has not come to fruition yet. I think he needs to find another adult male who is interested in this same thing, so that he can push himself to do larger hikes than what our boys are capable of doing. The time that Isaac and Andrew went along with him, they had a fabulous time. I think that their favorite part is when they actually cook and eat their fish before coming home. I guess it makes them feel like really rustic Mountain Men.
Our only family trip into the mountains was to Payson Lake. The boys fished for awhile, but loved swimming the most. Luke liked throwing our snacks at the many ducklings swimming around with their mama's. I will admit that I am paranoid about my boys swimming in lakes. The problem is that when they go under, you cannot see them or find them. Which is a really bad thing in an emergency. Luckily the boys stayed near enough that I didn't have to scream too much.
David's sister Juli was married in August to Tanner. Everything went so well and was so beautiful. I just wish I had more pictures. I guess that is what the photographer is for!
My sister Charlotte was married in August, too. The lucky man....Chase Majors. I love them both so much that I was willing to travel to Ferron for their ceremony....while very pregnant.
Me and my Grandma Vae.
The kids all loved catching tadpoles in the pond.
This is the handsomest picture that I have of my dad. Ever.
My next post will be about Aleah. I promise.
Our 'Outdoors Time' has been severely limited this summer. It seems like every weekend there is something else planned that we need to attend, or work to be done, or me not wanting to hike, or sleep in a tent, or camp out. But, we have had a few outings that have been worth noting.
Dave has been wanting to spend a lot more time in the Uintahs. He has purchased most of the equipment to backpack in and camp, but it has not come to fruition yet. I think he needs to find another adult male who is interested in this same thing, so that he can push himself to do larger hikes than what our boys are capable of doing. The time that Isaac and Andrew went along with him, they had a fabulous time. I think that their favorite part is when they actually cook and eat their fish before coming home. I guess it makes them feel like really rustic Mountain Men.
Our only family trip into the mountains was to Payson Lake. The boys fished for awhile, but loved swimming the most. Luke liked throwing our snacks at the many ducklings swimming around with their mama's. I will admit that I am paranoid about my boys swimming in lakes. The problem is that when they go under, you cannot see them or find them. Which is a really bad thing in an emergency. Luckily the boys stayed near enough that I didn't have to scream too much.
David's sister Juli was married in August to Tanner. Everything went so well and was so beautiful. I just wish I had more pictures. I guess that is what the photographer is for!
My sister Charlotte was married in August, too. The lucky man....Chase Majors. I love them both so much that I was willing to travel to Ferron for their ceremony....while very pregnant.
Me and my Grandma Vae.
The kids all loved catching tadpoles in the pond.
This is the handsomest picture that I have of my dad. Ever.
My next post will be about Aleah. I promise.
Monday, July 6, 2009
Luke Flying
The other day I lovingly talked Luke into moving his toddler bed from my room down into Andrew's room. He actually has a twin size bed in there to sleep on, but he prefers the toddler bed. We set it up by his train table and before we knew it Luke had discovered that he could fly! He loved jumping from bed to bed, until he hit the bedpost with his mouth and it bled. That did not discourage him though. He blamed it on his cape and once I had taken it off of him, he was back at it again. I am waiting to see how purple his shins turn from hitting the headboard so many times!
You can hear Isaac on the video saying I should post this on my blog, and even on youtube. I will put it here, but that is as far as it goes!
4th of July
We love the Riverton Parade. It is on the top of my list for celebrating this special day. Maybe it is because ever since I can remember, my Grandpa Mel has been at the front of the parade with the flag. He doesn't carry it anymore, but drives right behind it in an army jeep. I get emotional seeing him there, every year.
The boys don't think it is the 4th of July without going to Dave's parents home for a BBQ, homemade rootbeer and fireworks.
After such busy weekends, I am ready for an 8:00 bedtime!
The boys don't think it is the 4th of July without going to Dave's parents home for a BBQ, homemade rootbeer and fireworks.
After such busy weekends, I am ready for an 8:00 bedtime!
St. George
We spent last weekend with my parents, siblings and their families in St. George. Charlotte and Chase were brave enough to make the 4-hour drive in our van with us. I am hoping that we didn't traumatize them too much. The drive there and back was uneventful, which is always a good thing. I did, however, hit Brett's truck while pulling into our vacation rental's driveway. I hate it when that happens.
We packed our Saturday full of fun. Dave and I made our first visit to the St. George Temple. We actually were up bright and early enough to make the 6:40 a.m. session. It was a wonderful way to start the morning!
We then headed to the water fountains for some free cooling off. It was very hot while we were there with the temperature being above 100. The kids all loved playing in the water.
The bat was there for extra entertainment. Someone was also having a birthday party there, and had hired a magician. All of our kids kind of blended into the party and enjoyed seeing some new tricks.
Practically everyone, except for those of us who needed a break from the heat, hiked Dixie Rock. Dave also went golfing. We ended our day by going to Tuacahn to watch 'Footloose'. It was beautiful to be there. The musical was done outdoors and we were surrounded by red rock. The actors were all fantastic! We also enjoyed watching Brett and Chase ride the Mechanical Bull.
It was a busy weekend but full of fun and good memories. The only thing that could have been better was if Nathan, Crystal and Dakota could have been there!
We packed our Saturday full of fun. Dave and I made our first visit to the St. George Temple. We actually were up bright and early enough to make the 6:40 a.m. session. It was a wonderful way to start the morning!
We then headed to the water fountains for some free cooling off. It was very hot while we were there with the temperature being above 100. The kids all loved playing in the water.
The bat was there for extra entertainment. Someone was also having a birthday party there, and had hired a magician. All of our kids kind of blended into the party and enjoyed seeing some new tricks.
Practically everyone, except for those of us who needed a break from the heat, hiked Dixie Rock. Dave also went golfing. We ended our day by going to Tuacahn to watch 'Footloose'. It was beautiful to be there. The musical was done outdoors and we were surrounded by red rock. The actors were all fantastic! We also enjoyed watching Brett and Chase ride the Mechanical Bull.
It was a busy weekend but full of fun and good memories. The only thing that could have been better was if Nathan, Crystal and Dakota could have been there!
Isaac's Last Baseball Game
Isaac has had a really good year playing baseball for the Cardinals. We did not know what to expect from Pleasant Grove's league, but we ended up being pretty impressed. His team struggled a little bit during the first part of the season. They sure did make up for it though. They ended up winning the City Tournament!
Isaac's favorite positions were second base, third base and left field. He improves every year that he plays. I am surprised at how he counts down for the season to begin....but when it rolls around I sometimes have to talk him into going to practice.
And for any of you who are wondering.....My husband is an angel. This is my proof. He already has a halo! He has earned it over the past few months of coping with me and my food cravings, my lack of housework, and my over emotional and ultra paranoid personality. I am crazy about him!
Andrew's 9th Birthday
Andrew decided for his birthday (June 17th) that he wanted Ben, Sammie and McKenna to go with him to Trafalga. We are not counting this as his first 'double date'. It just worked out that his 3 closest friends are 1 boy and 2 girls! They had a great time on the 3-D ride, playing black-light miniature golf, arcade playing and eating pizza.
When we got home he opened his presents and we ate cake and ice cream.
This was my very quick attempt at making a lacrosse stick cake. Andrew just finished his first season of playing lacrosse and loved it! He is a fast runner, which resulted in him scoring about 75% of his teams goals throughout the season!
Andrew's favorite gift came from Dave and I. He has been wanting an air soft gun since I threw away his last one. He is a little older now and I am sure will take excellent care to keep it in his lock box and away from Luke Sam!
When we got home he opened his presents and we ate cake and ice cream. 
This was my very quick attempt at making a lacrosse stick cake. Andrew just finished his first season of playing lacrosse and loved it! He is a fast runner, which resulted in him scoring about 75% of his teams goals throughout the season!
Andrew's favorite gift came from Dave and I. He has been wanting an air soft gun since I threw away his last one. He is a little older now and I am sure will take excellent care to keep it in his lock box and away from Luke Sam!
Friday, June 12, 2009
Fun in Price
My boys had been looking forward to a Rock and Gem show that was being held in Price since our visit to Ferron over Spring Break. The boys were hoping to save $300 to spend there, which didn't happen. The day before we left Andrew said, 'Mom, can you please bake some stuff for us to sale?' I ended up giving them $20 a piece to spend on treasures and away we went. We met my Mom and Whitney in Price. The rock show was very cool. My parents bought me a plate that is full of orthoceras and ammonite fossils for my birthday. Isaac bought a Mosasaurus tooth, bismuth, a meteor and some peacock ore. Andrew bought bismuth, a snake statue holding a geode, a letter opener (he loves weapons), an arrowhead, apache tear, and an orthoceras fossil on a necklace. Luke's treasures were a jade marble, an ammonite and a rock carved into a little dinosaur.
After circling the booths for an hour or two we ended up eating lunch at the China Buffet. This is Isaac's and Andrew's favorite place to eat in Price. I think it is mostly beacause Whitney makes these fabulous ice cream cones. The kind that are 8 inches high. They are also big fans of 'chicken on a stick'.
We ended our visit there with a trip to the dollar store. I bought me a snazzy pair of sunglasses for $1. Isaac found his beloved beef jerky. Andrew ended his hunt for Drop Popz and bought 3 of them. Luke added a bat and ball to his collection. It is amazing how much fun can be had at a store like this. Whitney was a cop for a little while with her bullet proof vest, and Isaac and Luke found the party hats.
It was a fast trip, but definitely worth it!
After circling the booths for an hour or two we ended up eating lunch at the China Buffet. This is Isaac's and Andrew's favorite place to eat in Price. I think it is mostly beacause Whitney makes these fabulous ice cream cones. The kind that are 8 inches high. They are also big fans of 'chicken on a stick'.
We ended our visit there with a trip to the dollar store. I bought me a snazzy pair of sunglasses for $1. Isaac found his beloved beef jerky. Andrew ended his hunt for Drop Popz and bought 3 of them. Luke added a bat and ball to his collection. It is amazing how much fun can be had at a store like this. Whitney was a cop for a little while with her bullet proof vest, and Isaac and Luke found the party hats.
It was a fast trip, but definitely worth it!
Furniture.....Finally!
Since we moved here, about 6 months ago, we have had nothing in our front room. Well, that isn't necessarily true. It used to be where Luke played trains and baseball. We had spent quite a bit of time looking for furniture, and were disappointed. Dave especially. He ended up going on a trip to Michigan for work, and when he arrived home, this is what he saw when he came in the front door!
The large cabinet in the back of the room belonged to my Great-Great Grandfather Richard Withers. It has been sitting in my Grandpa Mel WIthers garage for the last 10 years. I am so thankful that this piece of furniture has made a home here! It took me a little while to clean it up, and Cheri and Matt had to come over to move it around for me. I am a little sad that the top piece of woodwork will not fit on with my ceiling height, but I think it gives it a more modern feel to have the straight lines along the top instead of the fancy scroll work. I found the company name on the back of the cabinet, and I believe it was made in the late 1800's, here in Salt Lake. I have enjoyed unboxing 'family items' to place in the cupboard.
The large cabinet in the back of the room belonged to my Great-Great Grandfather Richard Withers. It has been sitting in my Grandpa Mel WIthers garage for the last 10 years. I am so thankful that this piece of furniture has made a home here! It took me a little while to clean it up, and Cheri and Matt had to come over to move it around for me. I am a little sad that the top piece of woodwork will not fit on with my ceiling height, but I think it gives it a more modern feel to have the straight lines along the top instead of the fancy scroll work. I found the company name on the back of the cabinet, and I believe it was made in the late 1800's, here in Salt Lake. I have enjoyed unboxing 'family items' to place in the cupboard.
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