I thought of one more memory that I don't know if anyone else remembers . . . Do you remember the fox skeleton that used to sit on the fence right by Beverly Thatchers dairy, well the opposite side of the road? It was always a mystery to me, when I was little of course, how it really got there. Does anyone else remember that?
Love you all,
Natalie
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Speaking of WATER...!!
Last week me & the kids spent a couple days in Delta & Holden before we went down to Zions National Park for a family reunion with Nathan's family. On Tuesday we went straight to Nat's & the kids had SO much fun together!! They all wanted to swim--OF COURSE! & they had a BLAST swimming & floating around!! I've picked some of my favorite pictures for this post. I thought they turned out pretty cute & they definitely show how much fun they were having!! Bracken & Hayden did some AWESOME jumps & tricks! (I wasn't so great catching them all right at the right moment, but they're pretty fun anyway!!) We had a great day finished off with Mom, Dad & Eric coming over for dinner...the only thing that was missing: the rest of the family!
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE!!!
Well, rain is fine BUT NOT WHEN WE'RE IN THE PROCESS OF GETTING FOOTINGS READY TO POUR!!! Poor Heavenly Father. Most pray for rain but the hay farmers and construction workers hope for sunny skies!
Ken and Eric have been working really hard getting out the concrete sidewalk and getting the footings dug for our new porch and garage. We were looking forward to really getting a lot done in the next few weeks. I guess we're "on hold" until everything dries out again. Eric was a trooper to get it all bailed back out again. He got soaked but it really helped us. We'll be concentrating on another part of the construction for a few days.
I wanted to write a cool experience that happened to Eric last week while he was working on our house. He was cutting the concrete sidewalk with a circular saw and had been working quite a while. He said that he was cutting away when he suddenly heard, "STOP!" He said it was loud enough that it made him jump, and he stopped and looked around to see who had spoken to him but no one was there. He came right in the house and told me about it. I know that Heavenly Father protected him from something very scary, and Ken and I have been so grateful that Eric listened and was protected.
Ken and Eric have been working really hard getting out the concrete sidewalk and getting the footings dug for our new porch and garage. We were looking forward to really getting a lot done in the next few weeks. I guess we're "on hold" until everything dries out again. Eric was a trooper to get it all bailed back out again. He got soaked but it really helped us. We'll be concentrating on another part of the construction for a few days.
I wanted to write a cool experience that happened to Eric last week while he was working on our house. He was cutting the concrete sidewalk with a circular saw and had been working quite a while. He said that he was cutting away when he suddenly heard, "STOP!" He said it was loud enough that it made him jump, and he stopped and looked around to see who had spoken to him but no one was there. He came right in the house and told me about it. I know that Heavenly Father protected him from something very scary, and Ken and I have been so grateful that Eric listened and was protected.
Monday, July 14, 2008
WHAT IS THIS ON MY FACE?!?!?
I thought I would post a picture of my thought to be a black widow spider bite. I went in and that was the assessment until last night and I have been invited back to the clinic, by Dr. Shamo this morning, for another evaluation and possible draining of the site. So stay tuned. . .
Ok, yes I do have a spider bite, or an insect bite, they don't know what sort of a bite it is, but some sort of bite it is!! It is not a black widow or by now it would have a big, white spot in the middle of it. (White spot for black widow?!?)Therefore, I have an infected bug bite of some sorts. I have been placed on antibiotics and have to have it drained, when and if, it ever starts to ooze. There you have it, Natalie Stefanoff reporting from "Gnatalie's Bug Bite Central."
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Friday, July 11, 2008
Nathan is Black too!
Nathan is BLACK like Dan & Mom!
Your color is black. The color of night. Serene and mysterious, black conjures up images of elegant evening gowns, dashing tuxedos, and gleaming limousines. Traditionally a symbol of success, black also represents power and an uncompromising demand for perfection. Not surprisingly, you tend to set challenging goals for yourself and do whatever it takes to achieve them — your strength of character is second to none. This unfaltering determination, along with your natural elegance, impresses people. But keep in mind that your personality might be intimidating to some. Try to temper your demanding side with a little softness — trust us, it won't kill you. Overall, though, black is the color of professionalism and achievement, which means it's clearly the color for you.
Your color is black. The color of night. Serene and mysterious, black conjures up images of elegant evening gowns, dashing tuxedos, and gleaming limousines. Traditionally a symbol of success, black also represents power and an uncompromising demand for perfection. Not surprisingly, you tend to set challenging goals for yourself and do whatever it takes to achieve them — your strength of character is second to none. This unfaltering determination, along with your natural elegance, impresses people. But keep in mind that your personality might be intimidating to some. Try to temper your demanding side with a little softness — trust us, it won't kill you. Overall, though, black is the color of professionalism and achievement, which means it's clearly the color for you.
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Mom is Black
Mom's Color is Black
Your color is black. The color of night. Serene and mysterious, black conjures up images of elegant evening gowns, dashing tuxedos, and gleaming limousines. Traditionally a symbol of success, black also represents power and an uncompromising demand for perfection. Not surprisingly, you tend to set challenging goals for yourself and do whatever it takes to achieve them — your strength of character is second to none. This unfaltering determination, along with your natural elegance, impresses people. But keep in mind that your personality might be intimidating to some. Try to temper your demanding side with a little softness — trust us, it won't kill you. Overall, though, black is the color of professionalism and achievement, which means it's clearly the color for you.
Your color is black. The color of night. Serene and mysterious, black conjures up images of elegant evening gowns, dashing tuxedos, and gleaming limousines. Traditionally a symbol of success, black also represents power and an uncompromising demand for perfection. Not surprisingly, you tend to set challenging goals for yourself and do whatever it takes to achieve them — your strength of character is second to none. This unfaltering determination, along with your natural elegance, impresses people. But keep in mind that your personality might be intimidating to some. Try to temper your demanding side with a little softness — trust us, it won't kill you. Overall, though, black is the color of professionalism and achievement, which means it's clearly the color for you.
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
TERIYAKI CHICKEN!
Our family provided teriyaki chicken at Fish Lake for the annual family reunion, and we had several requests for the recipe. Here it is.
1 20 oz. can pineapple rings (drain but save juice)
½ c. soy sauce (Kikkoman’s)
2 Tb. Molasses
2 Tb. Brown sugar
¼ c. oil
2 Tb. Cider vinegar
½ tsp. garlic powder
Mix all together (including juice from pineapple rings). We just put everything in a big ziplock baggie. Marinade 6-8 hours or overnight. One recipe will marinade 6-8 chicken breasts.
Drain off marinade (and save) and grill on barbeque. Baste with marinade while it barbeques.
Grill pineapple rings on grill right before ready to serve. Put on top of chicken when you serve.
Thanks to Dan's family for this yummy recipe! It's one of our favorites.
1 20 oz. can pineapple rings (drain but save juice)
½ c. soy sauce (Kikkoman’s)
2 Tb. Molasses
2 Tb. Brown sugar
¼ c. oil
2 Tb. Cider vinegar
½ tsp. garlic powder
Mix all together (including juice from pineapple rings). We just put everything in a big ziplock baggie. Marinade 6-8 hours or overnight. One recipe will marinade 6-8 chicken breasts.
Drain off marinade (and save) and grill on barbeque. Baste with marinade while it barbeques.
Grill pineapple rings on grill right before ready to serve. Put on top of chicken when you serve.
Thanks to Dan's family for this yummy recipe! It's one of our favorites.
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Eric is green!
Green
You're green, the color of growth and vigor. Good-hearted and giving, you have a knack for finding and bringing out the best in people. Green is the most down-to-earth color in the spectrum — reliable and trustworthy. People know they can count on you to be around in times of need, since your concern for people is genuine and sincere. You take pride in being a good friend. For you, success is measured in terms of personal achievement and growth, not by status or position. Rare as emeralds, greens are wonderful, natural people. It truly is your color!
You're green, the color of growth and vigor. Good-hearted and giving, you have a knack for finding and bringing out the best in people. Green is the most down-to-earth color in the spectrum — reliable and trustworthy. People know they can count on you to be around in times of need, since your concern for people is genuine and sincere. You take pride in being a good friend. For you, success is measured in terms of personal achievement and growth, not by status or position. Rare as emeralds, greens are wonderful, natural people. It truly is your color!
Brooke and Dan's Colors :)
Brooke, your true color is Green!
You're green, the color of growth and vigor. Good-hearted and giving, you have a knack for finding and bringing out the best in people. Green is the most down-to-earth color in the spectrum — reliable and trustworthy. People know they can count on you to be around in times of need, since your concern for people is genuine and sincere. You take pride in being a good friend. For you, success is measured in terms of personal achievement and growth, not by status or position. Rare as emeralds, greens are wonderful, natural people. It truly is your color!
Dan's Color is Black
Your color is black. The color of night. Serene and mysterious, black conjures up images of elegant evening gowns, dashing tuxedos, and gleaming limousines. Traditionally a symbol of success, black also represents power and an uncompromising demand for perfection. Not surprisingly, you tend to set challenging goals for yourself and do whatever it takes to achieve them — your strength of character is second to none. This unfaltering determination, along with your natural elegance, impresses people. But keep in mind that your personality might be intimidating to some. Try to temper your demanding side with a little softness — trust us, it won't kill you. Overall, though, black is the color of professionalism and achievement, which means it's clearly the color for you.
You're green, the color of growth and vigor. Good-hearted and giving, you have a knack for finding and bringing out the best in people. Green is the most down-to-earth color in the spectrum — reliable and trustworthy. People know they can count on you to be around in times of need, since your concern for people is genuine and sincere. You take pride in being a good friend. For you, success is measured in terms of personal achievement and growth, not by status or position. Rare as emeralds, greens are wonderful, natural people. It truly is your color!
Dan's Color is Black
Your color is black. The color of night. Serene and mysterious, black conjures up images of elegant evening gowns, dashing tuxedos, and gleaming limousines. Traditionally a symbol of success, black also represents power and an uncompromising demand for perfection. Not surprisingly, you tend to set challenging goals for yourself and do whatever it takes to achieve them — your strength of character is second to none. This unfaltering determination, along with your natural elegance, impresses people. But keep in mind that your personality might be intimidating to some. Try to temper your demanding side with a little softness — trust us, it won't kill you. Overall, though, black is the color of professionalism and achievement, which means it's clearly the color for you.
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
What color are you?!?!?
This was pretty fun. Here is the website: http://www1.tickle.com then scroll down to What's your true color? Post your results here!!
Natalie, your true color is Yellow!
You're yellow, the color of joy and energy — two things you definitely bring to everyone around you. It's hard for anyone to be sad or lonely in your presence; your sunny disposition and cheery outlook just won't allow it. The warmth of your personality shines through in the kindness you show friends and family (and strangers, too). Always ready with a lighthearted joke or heartfelt compliment, you know how to make people feel good about themselves, so they can't get enough of you. Yellow is a warm and inviting color for a warm and inviting person — you!
Adrian, Your true color is Brown
You're brown, a credible, stable color that's reminiscent of fine wood, rich leather, and wistful melancholy. Most likely, you're a logical, practical person ruled more by your head than your heart. With your inquisitive mind and insatiable curiosity, you're probably a great problem solver. And you always gather all of the facts before coming to a timely, informed decision. Easily intrigued, you're constantly finding new ways to challenge your mind, whether it's by reading the newspaper, playing a trivia game, or composing a piece of music. Brown is an impartial, neutral color, which means you tend to see the difference between fact and opinion easily and are open to many points of view. Trustworthy and steady, you really are a brown at heart.
I thought BROWN sounded SOO boring so I tried to take the test again & I put in a few different answers, but guess what?!? SAME RESULTS! I guess I really must be a brown at heart. Oh well! lOVE YA, ad
Natalie, your true color is Yellow!
You're yellow, the color of joy and energy — two things you definitely bring to everyone around you. It's hard for anyone to be sad or lonely in your presence; your sunny disposition and cheery outlook just won't allow it. The warmth of your personality shines through in the kindness you show friends and family (and strangers, too). Always ready with a lighthearted joke or heartfelt compliment, you know how to make people feel good about themselves, so they can't get enough of you. Yellow is a warm and inviting color for a warm and inviting person — you!
Adrian, Your true color is Brown
You're brown, a credible, stable color that's reminiscent of fine wood, rich leather, and wistful melancholy. Most likely, you're a logical, practical person ruled more by your head than your heart. With your inquisitive mind and insatiable curiosity, you're probably a great problem solver. And you always gather all of the facts before coming to a timely, informed decision. Easily intrigued, you're constantly finding new ways to challenge your mind, whether it's by reading the newspaper, playing a trivia game, or composing a piece of music. Brown is an impartial, neutral color, which means you tend to see the difference between fact and opinion easily and are open to many points of view. Trustworthy and steady, you really are a brown at heart.
I thought BROWN sounded SOO boring so I tried to take the test again & I put in a few different answers, but guess what?!? SAME RESULTS! I guess I really must be a brown at heart. Oh well! lOVE YA, ad
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Hop Along Dad!
Just a little update on Dad to let you know he is starting to feel better after his double knee surgery last Friday. He felt pretty good Friday and Saturday, but he had a terrible day Sunday. Today he seems like he feels better. He has been using his crutches to get around since Sunday night, but his face looks like he feels better. Do you know what I mean? His face doesn't look like he hurts so bad.
I'm sure he would love to hear from you!
He has been drawing the outside of the house (SINCE WE FINALLY GOT THE OK FROM HOLDEN TOWN!!) and I am really excited. Dad has such a talent for being able to picture what it will look like and such a neat imagination to be able to come up with great ideas. He is being patient with me and drawing it for me because I can picture nothing! He has to show it to me before I "get it." Eric has been taking the wood siding off, and it is beginning to seem like the outside is really going to get finished. HOORAY!
I'm sure he would love to hear from you!
He has been drawing the outside of the house (SINCE WE FINALLY GOT THE OK FROM HOLDEN TOWN!!) and I am really excited. Dad has such a talent for being able to picture what it will look like and such a neat imagination to be able to come up with great ideas. He is being patient with me and drawing it for me because I can picture nothing! He has to show it to me before I "get it." Eric has been taking the wood siding off, and it is beginning to seem like the outside is really going to get finished. HOORAY!
Thursday, June 12, 2008
HAPPY BIRTHDAY COURTNEY!
Well, big brother, today is the big....3.... 0...!!!!
I hope you had a fantastic birthday. I just wanted to write you a quick note to tell you how much I love you. You and I, we just click. You always listen and understand. We think a lot alike. Thank you for being the best big brother anyone could ask for. You are such a wonderful brother and I love you so much. Thank you for all the great talks we've had. I trust your judgement. You are a great movie critic...I always seem to agree! You're fun to be around, you would do anything for each of us, and that means a lot to me. The only thing I don't like about you, is that you are UNBEATABLE at games...LOL. You have such strong ambitions. Your accomplishments are endless! You are always the best at what you try. I hope you know how wonderful you are, big brother. We are lucky to have you in our family. Here's to another wonderful 30 years!!!
Love,
Brooke
I hope you had a fantastic birthday. I just wanted to write you a quick note to tell you how much I love you. You and I, we just click. You always listen and understand. We think a lot alike. Thank you for being the best big brother anyone could ask for. You are such a wonderful brother and I love you so much. Thank you for all the great talks we've had. I trust your judgement. You are a great movie critic...I always seem to agree! You're fun to be around, you would do anything for each of us, and that means a lot to me. The only thing I don't like about you, is that you are UNBEATABLE at games...LOL. You have such strong ambitions. Your accomplishments are endless! You are always the best at what you try. I hope you know how wonderful you are, big brother. We are lucky to have you in our family. Here's to another wonderful 30 years!!!
Love,
Brooke
Monday, June 9, 2008
Kaitlyn & Ashton!~! (Big A & Little K!!)
Here's a few pictures me & Nat took last week of Kaitlyn & Ashton! They looked so cute & it was so funny to see how excited Ashie got when Nat set Kaitlyn by him! It was fun to see how big Ashton is compared to my little Kaitlyn -- (hence the Big A & Little K!) Kaitlyn is SO dark compared to Ashton too--I jokingly told Nat that she looks like a little Indian next to him! It was so fun to have Nat & her boys up for a few hours...it felt like I hadn't seen them FOREVER!! Thanks for taking the time to come visit us!! We love you guys!!
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
CONGRATS BRACKEN!!!
Just wanted everyone to know that Bracken made the 8-9 year old All-Star Baseball team. We are sure excited for him. LOVE YOU B!!!!!!
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
DISNEYLAND and LEGOLAND HO!!! (a few memories of Vegas too!)
I STRONGLY suggest that we all save our money and head to the most "MAGICAL" place on earth. We had so much fun. Some of the greatest:
- Buzz Lightyear (See picture. All of you hunters now know why. Ask Jason and B what their scores were!)
- Splash Mountain (Hayden couldn't figure out why the bunny was tied up and yelling, GO BACK, GO BACK!!! Now he knows!)
- Indiana Jones (Ask B about driving the JEEP!!!!!!!)
- Fireworks, they truly are amazing. You have NEVER seen fireworks like this.
- The HOURS and HOURS and HOURS and HOURS and HOURS of walking, but never wanting to leave.
- The BLOOD CURTLING scream that came out of Natalie's mouth as you go from 0 to 60 on California Screaming!
- Hayden's face getting painted (we kept forgetting and FINALLY on Saturday, LATE afternoon we remembered.)
- Hayden yelling to EVERY member of the parade "HELLO . . . (whoever they were) this was my Favorite "HELLO Cinderella, Hello! EVERYONE of them would look right at him, blow him a kiss and wave. He could get any and all of the characters to look at him. Nemo came right up to him and blew bubbles in his face. It was so darling!
- The electrical parade was one of my favorites too. Cinderella waving at Haydie!
- Trying to talk Hayden into going on Pirates, then trying to talk him into doing soemthing else when he was done.
- Seeing the darling show at the ?? can't remember what it's called, but everyone calling each other "Billy" when we were done.
- The Parades were AMAZING.
- Watching B FREAK OUT!!!! when the spiders came to visit on the Bug's Life 3-D experience.
- Hoping Jason wouldn't buy the Jacket that said "I'm with Grumpy!" He didn't, thank goodness, but bought 2 grumpy sweatshirts that are AWESOME!!! He must like Grumpy?!?
- Getting the boys faces drawn at Legoland.
- All of the AMAZING things made out of legos (See pics)
- Heading to Vegas to show my boys some of the fun things to do there and then EVERYTHING being canceled because of the high winds, too bad!
- We found this SWEET chopper! Couldn't resist the picture.
- Here are a few fun pics of the beach.
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