live laugh love lorri

Love you Mom!

2012-01-30T01:24:00.000-05:00

This makes me smile!

Superbowl! Good times, good food!

2012-01-29T13:05:00.001-05:00

The Superbowl is coming soon!
Go Giants!!!!

I love the Superbowl, for all its

excitement and fun!

But mostly for the FOOD!

This blog had some

Great

Dips!

I am going to try them!

Let me know if you do and how they turned out!

My Favorite!

2011-09-28T21:04:00.000-04:00

Oh I wish I had said this to mine!

Maybe I will try it on Taylor and Kaitlyn!!!

~snicker~

Utah!

2011-07-23T14:40:00.000-04:00

We are moving to UTAH!

I leave tomorrow to take care of housing,

cars, schools, finish getting my Teaching Certificate and

a job!

I am so sad, we have lived in Jersey for so long!

But I am ready to be closer to my family!

Four hours from Arli and Danie.

10ish hours from my Arizona family!

I can go see my brother in Texas in only 20 something hours!

See this is good for me!

Good for my family!

Let the ADVENTURE begin!!!!

2011-07-23T00:14:00.000-04:00

Should I let you all know the big news on my blog or

Facebook?

Let me know!

Kali

2011-07-14T10:11:00.000-04:00


Isn't she just beautiful? This GREAT niece of mine!!!

Elder Baby Davie!

2011-07-01T17:43:00.000-04:00

Yep, this handsome guy is David all dressed up!

Soon he will trade his bright orange flower for

a name tag.

More specifically

one from

The Church of Jesus Christ

Latter-Day Saints.

He is putting in his papers soon.

July 17th soon!

Any guesses where he will go.

He said today he is afraid to go somewhere where the food is weird...

I think he is going somewhere where the food is weird!

~snicker~

I know the Lord is going to test him!

~snicker again!~

We are so proud of him!

It has been a long road, but he is tall...it is all good!

Rick has ESPN!

2011-06-15T11:08:00.000-04:00

This morning Rick woke up and asked me if I was working at

Chittick Elementary

today.

(Elementary School my sweet children went to in N.J.)

I told him I didnt have a job,

(I didnt want one really, just being lazy you know...I didnt tell Rick though!!)

I was hoping it was too late for him to get me a job!

(Once again just being lazy!)

I guess 6:30 isnt too late...

Some how he knew at 6:25 in his state of still sleepiness that I was going to work at

Chittick!

I swear sometimes he has ESPN!!!

(Referance to Mean Girls!)

Day Off!

2011-05-25T15:32:00.001-04:00

I woke up this morning to no job.

Rick thought I was babysitting today for a friend...it's really on Friday.

I thought he wasn't able to get me a job today. Oh yeah!

He came up to find out what time I had to babysit, needless to say it was a "oh crap" moment for him...

and a "OH JOY" moment for me!

It has been a long week for me, even tho it's only Wednesday!
Needless to say it was a much needed day off.
Whit came over and went to Sam's Club with me.
We shared a slurpee, yes I said shared...the Sam's Club ones are too big to slurp by yourself!
It was fun to hang out with Whit, we don't get to often enough!
Best part of this whole mix-up?
I get to do it all over again on Friday with Miriam!
"OH JOY!"
( notice I used the word needless or needed an awful lot in this post...interesting)

Happy Mother's Day!

2011-05-07T19:00:00.000-04:00

Happy Mother's Day

to all the dear Mothers in my life!

Thanks for your great examples.

I love that I have so many examples to teach me

how to be a better mother!

I believe you have seen this picture of my mother and four of her six children.

The other two came soon after.

Mom didn't like her picture taken so we have rare family pictures!

I cant believe it has been 10 years since I lost my mom, and I miss her every day!

But thankfully I have many memories of her and her great example as a mother!

I hope all of you will enjoy your special day and remember to show lots of LOVE to your

Mother...You will never regret it!

Love you Mom!

Tan the Man!

2011-05-03T19:31:00.000-04:00

Happy Birthday, Tanner!!!

Your a great guy!

Look how handsome you are!!!

I love you and I am so proud of you!

Happy Birthday!

A Princess!

2011-04-29T16:31:00.000-04:00

I want to be a Princess!

If only in my own home!

So for Mother's Day make me A Princess!
Thanks!

Happy Day!

2011-04-20T23:26:00.001-04:00

It was a sunny, warm day!

And I was still feeling down!

I thought I would change up my blog, maybe give me some upness

(I know it isnt a word....but who cares today?)

but I couldnt get it to work right!

it was cute for a minute then I messed it up again!

So look for things to make me happy,

Taylor to do well in her Track meet tomorrow!

Me to fix my Blog so it looks BEAUTIful!

Danie to have a great semester!

A fairy to come to my house and seriously clean it so we can put it on the market..........................AGAIN!
Rick to get lots of Jobs!
David to continue to work!
Arli to finally finish school! 2 semesters aint bad!

Could that be making me feel a little down?
Our house on the market again.....
I hope is sells this time, it is depressing!

Oh well, I hate to Vent but that is what a blog is for sometimes!
I am greatful for

A friend who will listen to me whine and love me anyway!

xoxoxoxo

Lorri Rae!

Happy Birthday, Shelley!!

2011-04-19T00:05:00.001-04:00

Today is my Sister-in-Law Shelley's Birthday!

Because she is a lady, and I don't want to get into trouble we wont talk about age!

It doesn't matter anyway...she looks 16!

Shelley is one of the nicest people I know!

Beautiful, sweet, charitable, a terrific mom and wonderful friend!

I wish we lived near her so we could spend more time together!

Happy Birthday, Shel!

I love you!

More On Track Meets

2011-04-17T19:59:00.001-04:00

Taylor had a track meet on Saturday... It was a cold and windy day!
She better love me for sitting there freezing my patooties off!!

She ran one of the races as a Varsity.

3 relays.

2 medals.

4 X 400 meter, 1st Place!

4 X 200 meter, 2nd Place!

4 X 100 meter Varsity Hurdles, 6th Place!

So proud of you Taylor!

Go EB!

A Bit of This and That

2011-04-02T19:03:00.003-04:00

The Festival of Colors

in Utah...

I know WEIRD Right?!

I asked Dave if he ever went when he lived there.

He said he didn't because he didn't want to go with a bunch of dudes!

DUDES!!

He had to have a girl with him!
He never had the chance!

lol

It is a Hindu Holiday. A celebration of Spring!

You buy bags of powdered color and toss it!

How fun! How messy! How crazy!

Maybe someday I will go,
I hope I get the chance!

I was a bit afraid to purchase the Nook

for fear I would

waste my money on 'books'

and not read them.

I am happy to say that I have already read

2 books and I have started on my 3rd since I bought it, which is nice

because I have now improved my

books read average.

(Remember my resolution to read more?)

Today I saw a little girl who is in one of the classes

I sub for.

She is a tough one in class!

(to put it mildly!)

Did I mention she is in kindergarten?
I had Whitney's kids with me at the supermarket

and I notice some random little girl sticking her tongue out at sweet

little Desi!

I turn to look and it is said little girl!!!
BOOGER!!!!

I gave her a dirty look and when she noticed it was me

she looked scared!

Good!

Remember, subs are mean!

LOL!

Conference was GREAT!

I love conference weekend!

The weather was finally nice!

Taylor went out with her friends today.

She has one that drives...

UGH!

That means she is growing up and I am getting OLD!

~Sniff~

But I am glad I don't have to drive her as often!

Happy Birthday Nikki!!

2011-03-31T00:01:00.004-04:00

Happy Birthday Nikki!!

We love and Miss you

Tons and Tons!

You are soo beautiful, Inside and OUT!

I love your sweet spirit and many talents!

I am so proud of you

and THANKFUL

You are a great example to all

those around YOU!

NIKKI,

I am a better person just because I know you!

LOVE, Auntie Lorri!

PS I know these are older pictures but I could resist how cute you look!

I am reading this

2011-03-29T12:31:00.000-04:00

I am reading,

I like this book.

I don't love some of the language...

or some of the things they talk about.

But I like the story.

Taylor is supposed to read this book next year.

Can anyone get me a G-rated version?

TEACH ME HOW TO JIMMER - Jimmer Fredette Song (full length)

2011-03-24T08:37:00.000-04:00

End of Basketball, Begining of Track!

2011-03-15T12:30:00.001-04:00

Basketball season just ended!

Ya for Taylor she is AMAZING!

We loved watching her and her teammates play!

Even though we are exhausted from watching 3 games a week!

Taylor isnt exhausted at all...just cuz she played 3 a week!

Great Job Bears!!!

Good luck in Track, Taylor!

One of 4 Freshman...little miss sprinter!

Love ya!

And The Winner Is................

2011-03-14T01:58:00.000-04:00

This Puppy is mine!

The Nook!

I am so happy to have it!

Thanks Rick!!

xoxoxoxo

love, Lorri

PS Thanks Taylor for setting It up for me! Never would have figured it out!!! xoxo

Happy Birthday Amanda!!!

2011-03-13T01:58:00.002-05:00

Happy Birthday! You are so blesssed!!!

Two wonderful little boys!

A Hilarous Dad!

And a smart alec Mother!!!

(ps she is beautiful too!

But for you!

Here is how I see your blessings!!!

Two beautiful boys................

and they are real boys!

I dont like fake boys!

You are a good mama!

You work hard to earn money for your family!

They need you and you need them!

Tytan

Tytan with Auntie Sam.................So Beautiful!

Ethan Riding a Horse!

Just Finished

2011-03-06T18:32:00.000-05:00

I just finished another book today!

Apple Turnover Murder by Joanne Fluke

it's a mystery novel that isnt too tough to digest

(no pun intended).

Sometimes I need an easy read.

I think I finished 4 books this year...maybe 5?

Not as many books as I wanted.

Oh well, what can a girl do?

I think I will still buy a Kindle or a Nook.

I am still deciding.

Do you have one?

Let me know what you have and how well you like it!

Until then I am off to start another book.

My Cousins

2011-02-23T11:10:00.000-05:00

My sweet cousin Brad and his BEAUTIFUL wife Dawnette

are looking for a new baby to adopt!

They have a wonderful little guy named Devon

(and he is adorable I might add!)

but would love to add to their family!

This is from their profile...

Dear Friends,

There is something that is so very dear to us, and that is Family. We feel that families are such a blessing in our life. To be surrounded by people who love you, and want what is best for you. We hope and pray that as you are making this important and difficult decision in your lives, people who love and want the best for you and your child will surround you! Thank you for your selflessness, your strength, and your courage. In this letter we want to share a little about ourselves, hoping that in some way you will be able to know who we are.

A little about Devin

I am a very active 3 year old that keeps my mom and dad busy all the time! One of my favorite things right now in life is "Cowboys", I love everything about them and even have my own saddle to go along with my boots, spurs, chaps & vest, hat, and belt with daddy's belt buckle. Being a Cowboy is not my only passion; I also love to play sports, ride my bike, listen to "the chicks dig it" song, eat candy, watch TV and movies, and play with my fifty+ cousins. I am a happy go lucky boy, but I have my stubborn side too! I am a lucky little guy, not only do I have my great daddy and mommy but I have the sweetest birthmom and family that I share my life with too and love them so much. The only way life could get better is to be a big brother.

A little about Dawnett

I am from a family of 5, 1 brother and 1 sister, both older than me. When I was growing up, I spent most of my time playing with my brother, sister, and friends. We spent a great deal of time out in my grandpa’s horse pasture making forts, and letting the family duck chase us while nipping at our heels. I loved to use my imagination and make my own fun like playing house, school, & dentist office with my brother and sister or my dolls. Some of my hobbies growing up were swimming, & tap/ballet dancing. I loved to dance and was in dance classes until middle school, and I could swim for hours and hours at a time. My parents often told me that if I did not get out of the water, that I would turn into a fish! One of my favorite memories during my youth was vacationing with my family. My grandpa was a national park ranger, so we got to enjoy and visit Yellowstone, Arches, and Mesa Verde national parks, where he worked for many years. We also got to travel to fifteen of the fifty states. I loved my childhood and have great memories of it. I owe my wonderful upbringing to my loving parents, who provided me with every opportunity to learn and grow.

A little about Brad

I am number 9 in a family of 11 kids; 3 girls and 8 boys. Growing up in a large family provided many opportunities and events not experienced by most families. Work was a big part of our lives. From my earliest years I remember going to clean office buildings with the family each night. I learned at a young age how to work hard and to help others. We lived on 4 acres and had horses, cows, chickens, goats, rabbits, dogs, and other types of animals at one time or another. We created our own adventures within these 4 acres and amongst the animals. Throughout college I worked in the computer networking and management field and continue that line of work to this day. I am a bit unusual in that I do not have one love or hobby, and cannot really be classified as one type of person. I am a rollerblading, computer fixing, cowboy which all have their stereotype and I fit none of them yet I do it all. There is one classification I love more than anything and that is Dad!

How we met

One of Brad’s niece’s was attending beauty school with me, and one day came up to me and said “I want to line you up with my uncle”. I was 18 at the time and my first thought was this girl is crazy; I am not going out with her 40 year old uncle. She quickly informed me that he had just gotten home from his mission, so I was a little relieved. I agreed to go on the date only if she and a friend would go with. So we went on our first date to the local county fair in 1997. We were both really shy, but we had a lot of fun. Brad lived 6 hours away, so that was our only date. He did try to call me again when he was in town, but I was not home. His niece and I stayed friends, and she was not going to give up until I became her aunt. We were married in 2000. It was the most wonderful day of our lives and we have been each other’s best friends ever since.

Our lives together

We love spending time together as a family. We love being parents to our adorable son Devin; he is such a joy and blessing in our lives. We are so grateful for his birthmom; for her placing him in our arms and lives, and for her entrusting us to be his parents.

We love to go camping to various places with Brad’s family, and traveling with Dawnett’s. We had the opportunity of building our home together along with a lot of help from Brad’s 7 brothers. We framed, set windows & doors, tiled the floors, painted, and did all of the trim and finish work. It was a stressful undertaking, but a very rewarding one also. We love to travel and see new places, especially watch Devin’s excitement as we introduce him to new places and things. Our best times are spent with our families and close friends. We have been blessed with wonderful families, who we love dearly. We love life together, and love sharing it with our son. The most important things in life are our family and the gospel.

Our feelings about you

We pray each night that our loving Heavenly Father will guide and direct you in this most difficult time. We already feel so much love for you and your baby and we appreciate you very much. We hope to be able to meet you soon. We have loved writing letters, exchanging pictures, and having visits with our son’s birthmom, and look forward to that with you. We hope to help in any way that we can to make this transition easier for you. You are a very special person to us, you are giving us the greatest gift anyone could give and we will never forget you. Your baby will always know of your great love and concern for him/her, and will be loved unconditionally. Thank you so much for carrying & giving birth to this baby. We sincerely wish you all the best with the rest of your pregnancy and birth.

With Love,

Brad, Dawnett & Devin

If you have any questions or want to know more go

here

Good Luck Brad, Dawnette and Devon!

Bobby The Butt Kicker!!!

2011-02-19T15:59:00.005-05:00

It's Here!!!

My dear sweet nephew Bobby had his first MMA in the big leagues on Saturday!

He is no longer a youth he is a man!

Therefore he can fight other men...

you heard me!

He is a beast, if you dont believe me read his birthday post!

It only took him 1 minute and 6 seconds to whip his opponents hiney!
Yes I said he is a beast!!
Love you Bobby!
Enjoy!

Look at my girl!

2011-02-08T13:53:00.000-05:00

Arli Nichole

is 22 today!

She was born during a blizzard in Utah!

The midwife took forever to get there because she couldnt find her "favorite" wool hat!

At least that is what she said, I think she went back to bed...it was cold!

My little girl lives in Idaho and I miss her!

She is a great daughter!

Love you sis!

xoxoxo

mommy!

Happy Birthday my BEAUTIFUL Girl!!

2011-01-26T23:40:00.000-05:00

Happy Happy Birthday DAnie Dear!

Happy days will come to you all year!

If I had a one wish then it would be....

A Happy Happy Birthday to you from me....!!!!

xoxoxoxoxoxo

I love you and miss you! Have a fun time bowling and

dont forget to do your homework!!! lol!

We love you and miss you sooo much!!!

Happy New Year!!!

2011-01-02T00:35:00.000-05:00

I hope your New Year

is as wonderful as can be!

I have a few resolutions...

1. Stop drinking Coke (soda)

2. Read more Books

3. Keep in touch with family more!

So either I will be a well read crazy lady from lack of soda

A well read skinny girl with lots of family around!!!

Which do you think it will be?

Ian

2010-09-30T09:30:00.005-04:00

Happy Birthday Ian!

You are a great Brother in law and We all love you!

Your generous and kind!

Thanks for all you do!

Happy Birthday!!!

PS. I know I am late, just deal!!

Bobby's 18!!!

2010-09-23T10:12:00.001-04:00

Bobby,

You are sooo handsome!

18!

There are so many wonderful things about you!!!

You are so sweet!

You are respectful!

You are funny!

You are a fighter?

Oh yeah, a great fighter!

I didnt put all the fighting pictures on...but you are great!!!

UNDEFETED if remember right (of course I do!)

Like David said the other day while watching one of your fights on video...

"Bobby is BEAST!"

Happy Birthday big guy!

I love you!

Brekyn is Famous!!

2010-09-15T02:07:00.000-04:00

In the White Mountain Independent

September 10, 2010

My beautiful niece!

"Brekyn Fellows was among Brownies at a Girl Scout Troop 2122 "Bridging Ceremony" held at the Linden Fire Station recently. A bridging ceremony is when a girl in the troop ascends to the next level like going from a Daisy to Brownie. Fellows did not bridge, but was there to get seven patches for things like sewing, bowling, environmental friendliness, careers and how to cook without a stove that she earned during the school year as well as to encourage her friends who did bridge. All told two Daisies moved up to Brownies and five Brownies bridged up to Juniors in Troop 2122."

I am so proud of you sweetie, Keep working hard!!!

Happy Day for a Happy Mommy!

2010-09-07T02:35:00.000-04:00

Happy Birthday Ali!

You are such a wonderful mom

and so fun to be around!

No one can deny how beautiful you and your family are!

Enjoy everything about your life!!! It goes by fast!

Love you, xoxo!

Happy Day Nato Potato Head....~snicker~

2010-09-06T02:43:00.000-04:00

Nathan!!!

Oh how I love you!

I love what a great dad you are!
I know you hate the Nato Potato Head thing....
but I can never resist!
Stay the best brother you can!
Happy, Happy Birthday dear brother!
I love you!!!

SOOO
Beautiful!

Sammy!

2010-09-02T02:13:00.001-04:00

Sadi, LeeAnn (mom) and Birthday girl Sam!

Such a beautiful picture!

Bobby, Sam and Cody!

Brotherly LOVE!!!

You know they have her back!

And here is the gang!

Notice her dad, sister Amanda

Whit, and Auntie Lesli all trying to light the candles...How old are you?

What a lucky girl you are Sam to have so many people who love you!

I love you, and wish I could be sitting beside you giving you a great big

HUG!

Happy Birthday, Sweetie!

Whitney...Birthday and Engaged!!! WOW!

2010-08-25T02:07:00.000-04:00

Yep that is what I said!

Whitney...had a Birthday and best present ever got Engaged!!! WOW!

Happy Birthday Day to you\!!!

Whitney and Joe!

Congratulations Guys!

Love you!

PS Dont you just LOVE this picture? I DO!

They're Coming!

2010-08-23T14:08:00.000-04:00

I'm Really Really Really behind on Blogs!

(what's new about that?)

But I have them coming...If I can get more than 1 minute on this thing!

I Love the Birthday Girls and Boys this September.

I promise to tell you all about them.

I will update you on our FABULOUS trip around the WORLD!

ok, just around the US.

And maybe you can hear about Taylor's FUN

time at Justin Beibers Concert!

(I think it will be fun that happens tonight, but who wouldn't love that cutie?)

Until next time....

Austin!

2010-07-23T00:25:00.001-04:00

It is Austin's Birthday Again!!!

Hope you have a really great day!

Guess what,

I will get to see you the day after your birthday this year!

I will get to hang out and watch you play ball!

Talk to you and make you laugh!

Ok, I will probably just embarrass you and make myself laugh!

LOL!

Have a happy day big guy!

I love you!

Auntie

Tiffer! Your finally OLD?

2010-07-19T00:04:00.001-04:00

My sister Tiffany is actually aging,

believe it or not!

She still looks 12! Almost the same age as her oldest son!

I am not joking look.

This is Tiff at about 3.

This is Tiff now!

Do you see that she still looks the same?

Not much change, except the length of her pretty blonde hair!

This is Tiff and her sweet hubby Justin in their engagement pictures.

Cute huh?

This is Tiff and Justin now.

Tiff looks just about the same...

Justin we will discuss later. lol!

I love you Tiff!

Have a Super Birthday!!!!

xoxo

My Handsome Brother, Len

2010-07-17T00:26:00.029-04:00

You've met my wonderful brother Len before on my blog.

If you didn't figure it out then

I guess I will have to tell you straight out!

I really love my brother!

Really!

He is a good example, nice guy and works hard.

Now I am not saying he is perfect...

I knew him as a kid remember?

I could tell you some GREAT stories.

There was the time I threw the phone at him and hit him in the elbow.

We didn't have cordless phones back then so it was like a boomerang when the cord shot it straight back at me!

Mom and Dad were gone, he ran to the neighbors...tattletale! lol!

Or the time I tried to hang spit and suck it back up over is face as a form of torture...

any guesses if it worked or not?

Ok, it didn't, HE THREW UP just cuz it landed in his ear-BIG BABY! lol!

I actually dont remember any specific teasing he did to me, maybe I was somewhere else back then.

Head in the clouds, boys, cheerleading, boys.

I do remember that he was one of the biggest teases I have ever known.

This post will teach him to call me 'tree' and 'ski slop nose'!

I am saying he is pretty great!

Happy Birthday dear brother!

I love you!

Miss Kelci

2010-07-14T01:09:00.000-04:00

Happy Birthday, Sweetie!!

You are so adorable!

I wish you knew your auntie because I would love and kiss and tickle you!

you crack me up, smarty pants!

Happy Happy day!

I love you!

Auntie Lorri!

My DEar TAylor

2010-07-13T13:29:00.000-04:00

Taylor loves Justin B!

She is at EFY this week!

I miss her!

Did you hear me?

I miss her!

I hope she is having fun!

Love you sweetie,

See you on saturday!

I cant wait to hear about your COW!

love mommy!

Caison Audy!

2010-07-07T02:36:00.001-04:00

Happy Birthday

Cutie Pie!!!

I cant believe your 3!!!

I love the look in your eye!

What are you going to get yourself into?

I am sure you get into trouble, but find your way out of it with your beautiful smile!

You are so handsome!

And your a good sport for attending all your brother's and sister's ball games whether you wanted to or not!

Finally,

I love your sense of Style!

You feel free to be yourself!

What a great kid!

this is a great blackmail picture by the way!

I love you Caison!

Happy Happy Birthday!

Happy BIrthday Kali!

2010-07-02T11:50:00.000-04:00

Happy Birthday 2 Year Old!

Hope your having the best day ever!

Your so adorable you must be enjoying every bit of attention!

Grandma says she LOVES you so much!

Grandpa is Crazy about you!

And your MOMMY well we all know she cant get enough of you!

Happy Birthday Little one!

Love you, Auntie Lorri!

BOB OH BOB! You Lost your BIrthday, But I found it!

2010-06-27T01:41:00.004-04:00

Want to hear a funny story about Bob?

Well if he hates me after this I have witnesses!

His oldest and sweetheart of a daughter wrote this about this picture!

"So I'm at wal-mart, thinking that my dad is safe and sound at my house, putting up Christmas lights for me; when I get a call from him saying that the ladder broke and that he's stuck on my roof....This is what I came home to; Dad stuck on the roof :D"

I happen to adore this! It shows how much Bob loves his kids! plus look what he is wearing....nice day!

Yes Bob is a Police Officer! Just look at his nifty car!

He loves his job and he is good at it! If you live by him and get pulled over just mention my name, you should find yourself having a whole lot more fun!!!! Maybe he will even give you a ride in his great car and give you a free bed and a lovely meal! You never know he may really, really like you if you mention
my name!

Bob is a great dad! He loves his kids and grandkids...

yes he has two!

He married my beautiful sister, he is so lucky!

Happy Birthday Bob!

sorry I am so late...you know me!

Hey Tanner...Wow!

2010-06-26T11:37:00.000-04:00

This is Tanner!

He is so lucky...he has "my name"!

You see when I was having my children I wanted to name a cute little boy Tanner,

but when I was done having kids I only had a David and no Tanners.

His momma asked if she could have "my name" for her baby.

I said she could (cuz I am nice like that!)

Whiz Bang Boom

She had Tanner!

And what a kid he is!

He loves sports!

And is amazing at them!

He looks just like his momma!

He is funny like her too!

I really hope this is his halloween costume and not his future...LOL! His Daddy would NEVER let that happen!

I love you Buddy!

Hope you had a terrific Day!

Hugs and Kisses,

Auntie Lorri

Tanner DONT HATE Me!

2010-05-13T09:28:00.000-04:00

I love you Tanner....

There is a lot I want to say about you, but I am in school right now!

So look for some fun Pictures and some cute stories!

Love AUNTIE LORRI

May 5th

2010-05-05T13:58:00.000-04:00

I tried to spell May 5th in spanish...so I dont have spanish spelling skills! Oh Well!

May 5th is Ricks Birthday!

He turned 43 + 4 today!

Boy oh boy!

I am so greatful he has been sweet to me and the kids.

He certainly has his opinions, and he can let you know them quite LOUD!

I do have to say he puts up with quite a ribbing from all us girls!

Thank you honey!

What's the number for 1800 flowers?

Ask Rick next time you chat with him!

~giggle, giggle!~

Me and Rick 24 years together!

2010-05-03T01:53:00.001-04:00

Today Rick and I have been married 24 years!

Amazing right?

When I get a chance I will put pictures up of the new ring he bought me!

THANKS Rick for sticking around for so long!

I know I am A great big PAIN!

But he is a kind, giving man!

Lets see if we an make it another 24+

I love you RICK!

Shelly!

2010-04-21T10:38:00.000-04:00

Let me tell you about Shelley!

She is my sister-in-law, but I never thought of her that way!

I have always looked up to her and loved her as my very own sister!

She is such a great person! Kind, talented, giving, and yes you know it

BEAUTIFUL!

Inside and out!

She has such a sense of humor! She always carries herself with Class!

Last but not least she has this beautiful family!

She is a terrific mom and wife!

I have said it before and I will say it again,

I really respect Shelley!

Thanks for being my sister!

Justin...He's not scary!

2010-04-12T10:39:00.000-04:00

Justin is my brother in law! What a big scary dude! NOPE! He is a big Teddy Bear! He just likes to look tough!

Justin is so freaking funny I cant stop laughing when we visit! (Which isnt nearly enough)

He treats his wife and kids AMAZING!

Let me tell you he helps out around the house!

How many husbands really do that?

We love you Justin!

NIKKI SO SWEET!

2010-03-31T00:58:00.001-04:00

This young lady is amazing! She is so adorable and sweet!

I wish I could bottle her sunshine and use it around this house!

Trust me we need it! ;~)

Mom and Nikki enjoying a BYU football game!

They love sports at that house!

Nikki being Medussa, how cute is that?

You gotta love this girl!

And that is a fact Jack!

watch out Nikki I am coming to visit...so be prepared to chatter away, we have lots to learn about each other!

I am back!

2010-03-30T04:45:00.000-04:00

WE had a good time in Idaho. We did some shopping, and we ate at a great resturaunt...had the best server ever, I think her name was Arli!

Doesnt she look happy?We did some cooking! My apron was less risque!but she looked better in hers! {snicker}

HOPEFULLY there will be some good Job news by the end of April or so!

I got to see my David too!

Isnt he HANDSOME?

We had fun watching March Madness (what do you think we watched?) Eating mexican and they were so kind to watch Amazing Race and Undercover boss with me!

I think they even enjoyed it a little! {or they are good pretenders, snicker}

Danie went too.

WE looked at schools, I think Logan is winning, but we are pushing BYU-I!

We shopped for prom dresses in

MODEST PROM DRESS HEAVEN!!!!

I Promise that is where we were! Oh my gosh it was So much fun!

We did find one just have to order it!

We had a busy 10 days but we learned alot about school.

Both for Danie and for me.

Hopefully we will both get what we want and need and be able to recognize it when it comes!

Having a blast!!!

2010-03-21T00:40:00.000-04:00

I am having so much fun here in Utah and Idaho!

I dont want to go back to Jersey!

Maybe Rick will pack my baby up and come out here!!

I have taken Danielle out looking for prom dresses...Modest Dress Heaven!!

Details coming soon!

AMAZING AMANDA!!!

2010-03-13T03:47:00.001-05:00

SMILE BEAUTIFUL!

This is the Amanda I know and love!

Always smiling and laughing!

She works so hard to go to school, works and has two adorable boys...

You'll meet them later!

Whenever I am with Amanda I smile!

With that smile who could resist to smile back!

LOVE YOU MISS AMANDA!

XOXO

On My Way!

2010-03-09T12:22:00.000-05:00

This coming Friday, March 12 @ 7 am I will be on a flight bound for Utah.

At one I will be picking up my rental car.

By 2 I hope to be hugging my son, Davey!

Around 5 I plan to buy dinner for my son, daughter and son-in-law!

Arli and Jake have a reception in SLC they will leave for and I will

head to Idaho Falls.

I have a very important meeting on Saturday!

An interview with the Idaho Falls School District.

Apparantly they have openings in the Fall!!!

For the next 10 days I will be visiting other school districts (smiling nicely and dressed smartly),

Picking up Danielle from the airport.

Going to Colleges (in Utah) so Danie can decide where she wants to go.

Cooking for my kids!

SHOPPING...shhh dont tell Rick!

Playing games, laughing and hopefully getting myself hired!

Wont that be wonderful?

Watch out Intermountain West...

Here I come!!!

Mrs Thorne, but you can call me Mrs T.

2010-02-21T00:56:00.001-05:00

Application Status Check - Results

for Lorri Rae Thorne

Note: Your unique Tracking number on the system is ...

In all correspondence with NJDOE, please indicate your unique tracking number

Last Friday afternoon I found this information on the state web site! Yes it is about me and my Teaching Certificate!

Number of Applications found : 1

Application Number Date Received : 09/24/2009

Certificate Type Request Type: CEAS

Status: CEAS Certificate Issued

Comment: ElementarySchool Teacher in Grades K - 5

Today I found in my lovely mailbox

a BEAUTIFUL certificate

With my name on it!

I am fully eligable to Teach in New Jersey!

WHoo Hoo!

PS I am going to try to get a certificate in Idaho, Arizona and possible Utah!

The East is getting to me, I need my family!

anyway back to the...

Yipee!!!

Hooray!

and

YES I AM PROUD OF ME!!!

Arli Barley

2010-02-08T10:57:00.003-05:00

Happy Birthday!

21 Oh Golly!

Love You!

Taylor Loves to Play!

2010-02-02T11:16:00.000-05:00

Taylor loves basketball!

Even though she isnt the tallest on her team she can jump pretty high, so she gets to "Jump" at the begining of the game.

She is a great rebounder.

She isnt scared to g et hurt!

Fall, get up, fall, get up!

Look at her use her booty to "box out".

She is so fun to watch.

More pictures to follow!

Danie Girl!

2010-01-26T00:53:00.001-05:00

Happy, Happy Birthday Danie Girl!

You are 18 today!

WOW!

Double WOW!

My baby isn't a baby anymore!

I remember the day you were born, it was Super Bowl Sunday!

What a fun day...

Watching the Super Bowl and having a baby!

You were the sunshine of our lives!

Your strawberry blonde hair,

and sunny disposition!

Always a smile!

Thank you Danie Girl for being a happy soul!

I love you!

Mommy

Tracen Boy

2010-01-26T00:00:00.001-05:00

Tracen Rex Tanner

Born on Danie Girls Birthday

in 2006.

What a WONDERFUL birthday gift!

An adorable baby boy cousin!

Look at that smile!

How could you not love this little guy!

Hey T-Rex your 4 this year!

Happy Happy Birthday cutie!

One Year and Counting

2010-01-23T21:05:00.001-05:00

Happy

Anniversary

Arli

and

Jake!

Here is to many more!

Love Mom

Good Morning

2010-01-20T10:33:00.000-05:00

This morning was a lazy day for our family.

I have a doctors appointment this afternoon, so I didnt go into work.

Danielle has some major school applications to fill out, so she stayed home to get them done.

Taylor needed a slow morning, we call it a mental health day. But she made it to school.

Some days are like that!

I enjoy the Lazy Days!

Winning Birthday

2010-01-12T01:05:00.006-05:00

Boy can you believe this Kid?

Yes he is in a winner!

Not just cuz he is training to be an Ultimate Fighter (or whatever it is called)

But because he is funny!

Because he isnt afriad to love his nephews.

Because he loves his mom (I am sure his daddy too)

And I know he loves his Auntie!!! {snicker} I know where you live!

Cody is a GREAT kid!

Happy Birthday young Man!!!!

Some Pictrues of Christmas

2010-01-07T00:45:00.000-05:00

Brianne is a delight to take pictures with...

When she isnt telling you to say

"CHEEESSSSSSEEEE"

she found out that

"MISTLETOEEEEEE"

worked out wonderfully!

She is the life of the party!

"TAAAADAAAA!"

Christmas Pictures 2009

Davie

Arli (small future child on board), Jake, Taylor, Danielle

and Little Miss Sunshine,

the Diva herself

Brianne!

I LOVE THESE KIDS, ALL 7 OF THEM!!!

xoxox

A Little Surprise!

2010-01-05T19:29:00.001-05:00

This picture is adorable, we really love it!

But it wont be great for long...

Soon we will be adding a little one!

Yep, you got it, they are making me OLD before my time!
Just call me Nana!
I am so excited!

Congratulations Arli and Jake!
xoxo

Miss Taylor

2010-01-01T18:37:00.000-05:00

Miss Taylor

turned 14 on Sunday!

I know, I know my baby is so old!

Dont talk to me about it, it makes me want to cry!!!

I love this girl!

She is definatly crazy!

She is opinionated!

She is fun!

I wouldnt trade her for the world!

Even when she is grumpy and talks back!

(I know that all goes away in a few years!)

Happy Birthday, Beautiful!

love,

mommy

Ashli Colette

2009-12-26T10:24:00.000-05:00

Happy Birthday Ashli!!!

This beautiful young lady is the sweetest niece anyone could want!

She is beautiful (but I dont have to tell you that, you can see by looking!!!)

She is kind!

She is funny!

She is silly!

She is my girl!

I love her!

Ashli, I remember the day you were born like it was yesterday...

we were all so proud to have a beautiful little one in the family!

Your mommy loved you like crazy!

Nana couldnt get enough of you!

As beautiful then as you are now!

I hope she will forgive her dear old auntie for missing her birthday by 5 days!

But it doesnt mean I dont love her!

Ashli and her husband Adam.

I love you Ashli,

Hope your day was the BEST!

I am sure it was...cuz your the BEST!

Hugs and Kisses!

Old, forgetful, Auntie Lorri

Birthday Diva

2009-12-24T00:57:00.008-05:00

This is our one and only Diva!

She is a karioke Queen!

She isnt shy about singing.

Remember when she sang at our halloween party?

Brianne is beautiful,

Brianne is sooooo sweet!

Brianne is very smart!

Brianne knows what she wants...

She loves chicken nuggets, but likes to go to

the resturant with the apple on it!

So the Diva gets chicken nuggets at the apple resturant!

Ya!

Happy Happy birthday little sweetie!!!

WE LOVE YOU,BRIANNE!

My Kids Are Here!

2009-12-23T12:05:00.000-05:00

Merry Christmas!!

My Kids are home!

Christmas can now begin!!

David came Sunday morning,

Arli and Jake Wednesday morning!

I am so blessed they will be here for 8 days!

Hope your Christmas will be as Happy as mine will!

Happy Birthday Elaine!!

2009-12-22T10:14:00.000-05:00

Of Course I am behind, but the gift got there on time!
Happy Happy Birthday Elaine!
I am very thankful you are so kind to my daddy!
I know you make him happy!
Hope your day was AMAZING

The One the Only Sadi!!!

2009-12-13T08:17:00.000-05:00

Miss Sadi had a birthday!

Look how beautiful she is!!!

This picture gives away Sadi's true personality!

Sadi is funny, silly and a lot of fun!

I can call at any time and she isnt 'afraid' to talk to her

dear OLD auntie!

I love Sadi's name. There is a story behind it, you wanna know?

Her parents were so happy for a little girl!

They wanted to name her something special!

They really thought it would be great to name her after the grandmas...but what to call her.

There was Nana (Sandra Tanner) and Grandma (Diane King)

A friend suggested they name her Sandra Diane but use the first

two letters from each name.

SADI!

Adorable isnt it?

Happy day Beautiful!

Hugs and Kisses

A Kryptic note!

2009-12-13T07:47:00.000-05:00

It has been a rough couple of weeks.

I am not complaining, but I could! {truthful smile}

I am just grateful to my Father in Heaven for His love and protection!

I have a testimony of His love for us,

His love for me!

It will still be a tough time for a while,

but I know with my Heavenly Fathers help we can manage.

I am not ready to tell the whole story.

Someday I will.

Until then remember your Heavenly Father loves you too!

Happy Birthday Daddy

2009-12-06T11:51:00.000-05:00

I love you Daddy!

Hope your day is the happiest ever!

Love,

Lorri Rae!

Great Idea!

2009-11-27T00:25:00.004-05:00

Oh my arent these cute?

Toni at

Design Dazzle

makes these Cookie Dough Rolls and gives them as gifts.

So sweet!
These might just be the gift of choice at our house.
But I have children coming home!!!
Yeah!
Maybe I can get us all to do them!

Dancing With The Stars!

2009-11-24T23:38:00.001-05:00

Donny Won!

He was so fun to watch and his personality was great!

Did you watch?

I loved this season!

I was afraid Mya would win...

I am so glad Donny did!

Yeah Donny!

We will chat next season!

Lesli-Happy, Happy Birthday!

2009-11-23T00:57:00.003-05:00

What can I say about Lesli!

She is ________years old. Two years younger than me!

I can NEVER find a picture of her alone!

She HATES her picture taken...

hmmmm reminds me of mom. {snicker}

She is sooo nice and will do anything for you!

She loves her family with all her heart!

She is sooo pretty, (takes after me {SNICKER LOUDLY})

How can you not LOVE Lesli!

Happy Birthday my kind, beautiful sister!

I Love you!

Brekyn Birthday Princess

2009-11-21T00:56:00.005-05:00

Brekyn is a Princess!

Ask her family!

Ask her...she will tell you, she isnt shy!

That is for sure!

She is beautiful,

funny,

smart,

and a turd, yep that is what I said!

She is silly and says the DARNDEST things!

I love her comments on life!

Happy Happy Birthday Missy!

love auntie!

Hello Again

2009-11-20T01:11:00.000-05:00

Yes I know it has been a while...but have you ever had time slip away and your not sure why, or where it went. Does anyone have any idea what happend?

I have worked everyday this week.

No I havent heard about my certificate...

YES I am going to call.

Tomorrow maybe?

But lets skip that and go into the GOOD stuff!

My kids are coming for ChRiStmAs!

It is offical...

December 22 until December 30!

Whoo Hoo!

I love my kids!

I cant wait!

I love good news!

Projects

2009-11-11T01:19:00.008-05:00

This was my project tonight at Relief Society!

SWEEETA!

I found this adorable project below on U Create.

She has a link that has all the directions!
Easy Stuff!!!

It will be my next project!

I Promise! Happy Projecting!!

I promise to show my results!

When I am not so upset remind me to tell you about how my serger was "stolen" right out from under me when I went to buy it from the Craigslist lady. She sold it to some one else! In front of my face! I really wanted to cry! It was a perfect machine, never used. I guess I wasnt as cute as the young girl who got it!! GRRRR

Well I guess I told you the short version...

If you want to hear the LONG version just let me know, but I am warning you it's not pretty!

Gratitude Sunday

2009-11-08T00:00:00.000-05:00

I am so grateful this week for my daughter Danielle!

I KNOW I dont tell her often enough.

I LOVE you Danie!

What a sweet young spirit.

She is helpful, I can ask her to do anything and she will with a willing heart.

So many times she just does things because she can see they need to be done.

She will set the table or do the dishes.

It really means a lot to me Dainelle!

Thanks!

I Love you!

Mommy

wordle

2009-11-07T00:02:00.001-05:00

Families are great!

This is a great website that you can make these fun Wordles.

Go to Wordles.com and

type in a bunch of words and then when you are ready you have it "go".

You can change colors, the randomness of the words, and fonts.

It even has the HTML that you can copy and paste to add to your post...cool huh?

I had fun, but little things amuse me!!

{snicker}

I made this! Yummy!

2009-11-05T23:52:00.001-05:00

Tonight I decided to make an old Ruby Tuesday's favorite of mine Sonoran Chicken Pasta.

Unfortunatly they no longer make it so I get if less often than I want to.

As I looked through my Top Secret Recipe book I came across the recipe again.

I realized I had all the ingredients! YEAH!

Dont let the list of ingredients get you...it is easy and so good!

It's creamy and a tiny bit spicy, of course you can make it as spicy as you like!

Taylor is making a cookbook for Young Womens and she said this is a shoe in for it!

I love complements!!!

Sonoran Chicken Pasta

Ingredients

1 lb Velveeta cheese or 1 (16 ounce) jar Cheez Whiz (I used velveeta)
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons minced red chili peppers (I actually used dried pepper flakes)
4 tablespoons green chili peppers, minced (1 1/2 pepper)
4 tablespoons minced onions
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 tablespoon vinegar
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1 (15 ounce) can black beans
1 dash paprika
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
vegetable oil
1 dash dried thyme and 1 dash dried summer savory (I used Bells seasoning which has a combination)
1 (16 ounce) box penne pasta
1 tablespoon butter
green onion, chopped

Directions
1 Prepare the barbecue or preheat your stovetop grill.

2 Combine the cheese spread with the cream in a small saucepan.

3 Saute' the red chili pepper and 2 tablespoons green chili pepper, 2 tablespoons onion, and 1/2 clove garlic in the olive oil for a couple minutes then add the water to the pan so that the peppers do not scorch. Simmer another 2 minutes or until the water has cooked off.

4 When the cheese is smooth, add the sauteed vegetables, 1/4 teaspoon salt, sugar, vinegar, and cumin. Leave on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the other ingredients are ready.

5 Pour the entire can of beans with the liquid into a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the remaining green chili pepper, onions, garlic, a pinch of salt, and a dash of paprika. Bring the beans to a boil, stirring often, then reduce the heat to low and simmer until everything else is ready. By this time the beans will have thickened and the onions will have become transparent.

6 Rub the chicken breasts lightly with oil, then season with salt, thyme, and savory.

7 Cook the breasts on a hot grill for 5 minutes per side or until done. When they have cooked thoroughly, remove them from the grill and use a sharp knife to slice each breast into 1/2-inch slices, so that they are easier to eat. Retain the shape of the chicken breast by keeping the slices in order with one hand as you slice.
(I cut the chicken into large bite size pieces and mixed into the pasta)

8 As the chicken cooks, prepare the pasta in a large pot filled with 3 to 4 quarts of boiling water. Cook the pasta for 12 to 14 minutes or until tender. Drain the pasta in a colander, and toss with the butter.

The following is preferance.

I added tomatoes, and beans into the pasta with the chicken. We had a big crowd and it was easier to serve.

9 When everything is ready, spoon one-fourth of the pasta onto each plate.

10 Pour about 1/3 cup of the black beans over the chicken.

11 Carefully add a sliced breast of chicken, being sure to maintain its shape as you lay the slices on the bed of pasta.

12 Spread 1/3 cup of black beans over the chicken.

13 Sprinkle 1/4 cup of chopped tomatoes on the beans.

14Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon of green onions on the tomatoes and serve immediately. Salt to taste.

And This...Delicious!

2009-11-05T11:39:00.001-05:00

While cooking dinner I came across this recipe!

I had all the ingredients except the kale but decided to go for it anyway!

Holy cow did it turn out delicious!

Olive Garden's Zuppa Toscana Soup

1 lb Italian sausage (I like Jimmy Dean)
1 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves
1/4 cup precooked bacon
2 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
Enough water to cover potatoes 1/2 inch (I used chicken broth)
3 chicken bullion cubes (and left out this)
pepper to taste
One bunch of Kale (I didnt have this, but that was ok...)
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup precooked bacon, chopped
Brown sausage and garlic and onion. Remove from pan. Add potatoes and cover with water. Add bullion cubes. Boil until tender. Add sausage mixture back to pot. Add pepper, bacon and heavy cream. Heat through and then remove from heat. Add chopped kale. Serve.

I had so much fun tonight.

The dinner was a big hit and I have a YUMMY soup to eat for lunch tomorrow!

Mandy's Award Winning Chili!

2009-11-04T11:48:00.000-05:00

We had a chili contest on Friday Night for our ward party! She won 2nd place out of 14. Yeah Mandy!

Italian Chili
Prep Time: 4 to 8 hours
Makes: About 6 servings
I made this for our ward Halloween party and won 2nd place. I was pretty pleased about it, since I haven't won any places for several years. The last time I won, I was one of five people that brought chili and everyone won a category... I just wanted to do something a little different than the regular chili and so tried this. I think of it as a spicy version of Pasta e Fagioli.

1 lb. hot Italian sausage, casings removed*
1/2 cup water
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced**
1 medium onion, chopped**
1/2 medium bell pepper, chopped
2 cans (15 oz. each) cannellini beans (white kidney beans), drained
1 can (14.5 oz.) stewed tomatoes
1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce
1 Tbsp. Italian seasoning, crushed between palms
1/2 tsp. onion powder
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/8 tsp. ground white peppper

Brown sausage in water over medium heat until no pink remains, stirring to break up sausage. Drain and add sausage to a large pot or crock pot. Add olive oil to saucepan used to cook sausage and saute garlic, onion, and bell pepper until tender-crisp; add to pot with sausage. Add remaining ingredients. Using kitchen shears, cut stewed tomatoes in can and add to pot. Cook on low on stove 2 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally. Cook in crock pot on high 2 to 4 hours or on low 6 to 8 hours.

Serving options:
Serve over cooked pasta
Top with shredded mozzarella cheese
Top with grated Parmesan cheese
*The chili isn't very spicy at first, but it strengthens as it cooks. It ends up being somewhat spicy and to make it more mild, use half hot and half sweet Italian sausage or just sweet Italian sausage.
**I used 1/2 tsp. dried minced garlic and 2 Tbsp. dried onion and added 1/4 cup extra water.
Posted by Mandy at 1:43 PM

Labels: freezable, Italian, Italian sausage, main dish

Happy Halloooween!

2009-11-01T10:24:00.001-05:00

What a FuN Weekend!

Friday night we had our ward Halloween Party.

Taylor brought Lina and Tati!

They had fun.

Christine, Brianne Stacey and Zachary all came looking adorable in their doctor outfits!

They brought Christopher along as their patient. {snicker}

I am glad they came...but they forgot to say GOODBYE!

Danielle was Minnie Mouse...she looked soooo adorable!

This was our sweet candy holder this year...for the 10 kids that came.

(my $4 find!)

I made the YUMMYEST

Dinner in a Pumpkin.

I found the recipe online and decided I loved the ingredients so I would give it a try!

I forgot to take pictures. Sorry! But it was so pretty.

All the ingredients cooked up in theIpumpkin.

If you haven't had dinner in pumpkin it looks a little scary, but it tastes sooooo yummy!

It has hamburger, some veggies and rice.
You eat the pumpkin...that was the best part!

yummmm

WE had the missionaries over for our pumpkin treat.
Taylor went out with her friends,
she was a basketball player (clever right?)
They didnt get much candy...too old for Trick or Treating maybe?

Still cute!

It rained so my little Trick or Treaters came home WET!

But Happy!

Hope your day was SpOokY too!

Gratitude Sunday!

2009-11-01T00:03:00.000-04:00

Gratitude,

Love,

Bliss,

Appreciation

Pleasure

Excitement

Joy

I have decided that every Sunday will be
Gratitude Sunday.

It may be something that is so large in my life that Screams at me to share,
or something so small that you might find it silly to write.

Bear with me. You will see the beautiy in all things!

My Gratitude Post today is the blessing we have to be able to have the missionaries teach

our friend in our home. I am grateful to the missionaries for all the hard work they do!
They are good hard working young men and have set a good example to those around them!

BeBe is a bright young man who seems he has known the ins and outs of the
church for many years beyond his short 19.

He catches on quickly and has a humble demenor about him.

He is grateful for the things he has and gets.

He is willing to work hard for those things he doesnt have.

I wish I had his wisdom and insight when I was his age.

I enjoy BeBe and I am grateful he is willing to be taught in our home so we can watch him grow!
This young man has so much excitement for the church!

He commited for baptism the end of December or the 1st of January.

I hope my whole family will be there...they would love it!

Love Letter to Autumn

2009-10-31T11:29:00.000-04:00

Dear Fall,

your bearuty astounds me

your colors delight me

your crisp mornings awake me

your cold nights send me deep under the covers

your breezes blowing the leaves is a beautiful sight

your a sensational season

your reds, yellows, and oranges are a sight to behold

you are the finest of times

you bring hot cider, pumpkins and frights

you bring apples, turkey and delights

your a joy

thank you Autumn

love Me

Trenton, Where were you born?

2009-10-29T00:37:00.007-04:00

I love Trent.

It isnt because he was named after the capital of the state where I live.

In fact that has nothing to do with it.

I love him because he is sweet, and happy and can throw a football, and catch it too!

I love him because he loves his mom and dad and his dog
named Phoenix
(the capitol of the state where he lives)!

Dont forget that he adores his niece Kali!

I am sure he loves his sisters too!

I love Trent.

Happy Birthday Big Guy!!!

My Pumpkins!

2009-10-28T00:33:00.001-04:00

These are my Pumpkins!

I made them today!

I told you if I found (or bought) my pedal I would sew!

There are all different sizes and shapes

cute huh?

This one is the great pumpkin.

This is my fabric for my pumpkins.

I love them all.

I kind of color coordinated them.

I took pictures to remind myself of what they once were

Today was sewing day.

I sewed...the girls stuffed!

Thanks girls..stuffing is.not my favorite activity!

They are beautiful pumpkings and I love them!

They arent 'perfect, but thats ok.

Thy dont have have to be!!!

Its a Cookbook

2009-10-24T23:53:00.001-04:00

Shaina at Just Because I am Me is my hero!

Not only is she super crafty, but she is publishing a cookbook.

That is my dream...

Hers is called

Just Because I like to Cook

She is having her 5th baby and proceeds will go to help pay medical expenses.

I am going to be getting one that is for sure!

Check it out it is ADORABLE!

Design Dazzle

2009-10-24T23:29:00.000-04:00

Design Dazzle

is hosting a giveaway.

$50 gift certificate for wall decals!

I am painting the girls rooms,

and thoughts of fun decorations are running through my head!

My Hearts Desire

2009-10-22T10:00:00.000-04:00

This is what my house wants to be when it grows up!

The Nester over at the

Nesting Place

has an amazing talent for decorating.

I love how she can take the same couch and door

And design two different and still great rooms!

Dont you just love this cozy spot?

I want that star!

Look at her AMAZING laundry room!

Can you believe I would get this excited about a laundry room?

I might even do a load or two!

She says

"It doesn't have to be perfect to be beautiful."

I think she is pretty close!

Nesting Place

It's Not A Foot Pedal

2009-10-22T09:07:00.001-04:00

This little puppy will be mine on Saturday!

I found it on craigslist, $25 Buckaroos!

Cheaper than just a foot pedal alone.

(you know I will find mine now)

Sure it is a whole machine,

but it is only 1 year old.

It wont hurt to have an extra.

Now I HAVE to sew!

I'm thinking All these crafts are gonna

get me a job!

Then no time to do anything again!

Hmmm, not sure what I think about that one,

(weighing money and free time in my mind).

Until then

WHOO HOO!

My Weekend...Yummmy

2009-10-20T07:14:00.003-04:00

Applesauce

I woke up earlly saturday morning having gotten a good nights sleep (I know right?)

We had a large box of apples to finish and I had some shredded beef that was just CALLING for some more tamales!

I started out with the applesauce. I was trying it a new way, with the attachment to the Kitchen Aid.

I have to say it got every little bit out of the skins, and pushed out the seeds and core nicely but it was a bit messy.

Rick said his friend Dave, yes we named our Dave after him

(If your know Dave Brock I am sure your saying "What were we thinking?" {snicker, snort})

said he has a large strainer that is hand cranked and can take the whole apple...hmmm anyone heard of this?

Is it worth it, or is it messy too?
I dont have a recipe. I just add sugar, brown and white, a little salt and boil them down. WE really like it chunky so I only cook it down until there are still chunks.
You can see how using the Kitchen Aid isnt as much fun because our sauce is definatly NOT chunky!

After making the sauce I put it in the jars and into a water bath for 20 min.

Unfortunatly, it is gone as soon as I get them canned. I love canning but I really need a canning buddy.
It is hard and boring to do by yourself!
Anyone want to be my buddy?

(that is kind of a sad sounding statement)

Apple Pie Filling

For the apple pie filling I made a yummy sauce, peeled the apples and cored and sliced them with a hand slicer. You know the kind you use for your kids.

I like the bigger slices of apples.

I put them in the jars and added the hot apple pie sauce.

They got the whole treatment, lids and a nice hot bath for 20 minutes.

Arent they pretty?

Tamales

Tamales are my all time favorite, but I cant find them out here.

Of course we finally did find them but they are so dang hot Danielle can barely eat them.

Making them is so much more fun!

Next time we make 5X as much.

WE are going to have a tamale day only!

The recipe for the tamale filling is my own creation.

I am working on the heat a bit, mine are not hot enough, but I will give you the recipe.

I did write this one down. You can adjust it to your taste.

You will just have to wait a little bit, I gotta find it. Sillly me!

POST EDIT

Ok here you go...the recipe for Tamales...yummy!

Part of it I get from the Tex Mex Cookbook

by Robb Walsh

This is my favorite cookbook.

Take a look.

It is fun because it is filled with history and recipes plus old pictures!

Mexican-style Tamales

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

4 cups dried masa harina (find it in the baking isle or mexican isle) or one pound fresh masa

1 teaspoon baking powder

3 1/2 cups warm broth or water

1 cup lard, at room temperature

24 corn husks

Combine the salt, masa harina and paking powder in the bowl of an electric mixer. With the mixer on low, slowly add the broth and make a moist dough (if using fresh add the baking powder and salt, dont use anybroth or water). Increase the mixer speed to medium and begin adding the lard spoonful by spoonful. Beat the mixture at least 10 minutes, adding air in the process, until the masa has a light, spongy texture (this is a very important step). Drop a spoonful of masa into a glass filled with water. It should float. If it doesnt, add additional lard and re-test.

Tamale Meat
Beef roast-cooked and shredded (approx 1 1/2 lbs) you can double this and save extra for another use
2 T butter
2 serrano chili's or chili's of choice chopped finely (this was not very spicy, adjust to taste)
1 small onion finely chopped
3 cloves garlic crushed
1/4 cup chili powder
3 T tomato sauce

2 T water
1 C pureed tomatoes

Cook chili's, onion, garlic until soft. Add chili powder, stir and cook 1 minute until fragrant. Add tomatoes, water and sauce, mix with beef.

To make the tamales.

Soak Husks in boiling water 15 to 20 minutes or more.

Spread 2 heaping teaspoons masa in the middle of the wrapper making a flat rectangle. Put 1 heaping tablespoon down the middle of the masa. Puick up the sides of the wrapper and bring the lose ends together and fold the bottom over. I the wrapper is too small roll in an additional husk.

Stand the tamales upright, sealed side down, in a steamer section of a pot and steam for 1 1/2 to 2 hours replenishing the water as necessary.

To store the tamales, freeze uncooked.

Danie's Talent

2009-10-17T15:22:00.001-04:00

It is Danielle's last year in school.

Every year the seniors in Concert Choir get to choose t-shirts.

Kind of a treat for those who will be graduating.

This year Danielle was able to design them and is heading up the purchasing.

Amazing isnt it!

I love them!

What a talented young lady!

Lesli

2009-10-14T17:26:00.002-04:00

This is my Beautiful sister Lesli.
My dad calls her Pooh. However, that isn't why I write.

It isn't her birthday, she hasn't won the Nobel Peace Prize

or gone to war (dont know what th at has to do with anything... ; P).

I just want you to know how much I love her and how grateful I am that she is my sister!

She is sweet, kind and thoughtful.

She often forgets to call me back but I think that runs in the

Tanner genes. I do it too!

See that ADORABLE little one with her, that is her

grandbaby Kali.

The handsome guy next to her is Trent her youngest and only boy.

I am a little jealous because she has a little one she can still cuddle at home. Plus her grandbaby close by, I love babies!

(Remember finish school first Arli )

Have a super day Lesli and remember how much I love you!

xoxoxo

Lorri Rae

The Perfect Popcorn

2009-10-13T07:55:00.002-04:00

Raise you hand if you know me?

What is my favorite snack?

Like I tell the kids I substitute..."If you were paying attention... it is on the board"
(pretend the title is the board) {snicker}

Popcorn!

I was looking around and I found the PERFECT popcorn recipe.

(secret...I already made popcorn this way, but just checking to see who else did! Yeah! I love Alton)

I can make it perfect, but so can Alton Brown.

Go here to get it!

After I make the perfect popcorn, I might make the perfect popcorn balls!

Anne Strawberry has a really yummy one!

Sort of creepy and yummy.

But, i cant keep them all, I have to give some away.
Remember Zumba...?

Any ideas?

Apples

2009-10-11T12:29:00.001-04:00

Saturday we went apple picking.

It was a beautiful day!!!!

Look at the clouds.

I wish you could feel the breeze!

I know these picture make it look like we were pumpkin picking, but really camera battery died.

I realized Rick had his phone so...the pumpkin shots!

Proof we got 1 1/2 bushels...

and made 1 batch of cinnamon applesauce.

WE have a whole lot of batches to go.

Plus some Pie filling!

It is PopPop's birthday today.

He gets homemade salsa.

(I kinda fixed it...keep your fingers crossed!)

He gets YUMMY homemade applesauce.

He gets Scalloped potatoes from his recipe.

I like them with cheese but he doesnt, so no cheese.

He gets us to come for dinner!

Happy Birthday Pop!

Canning Salsa

2009-10-10T23:03:00.002-04:00

Help!
I canned salsa today.
Yep, the canning process went fine, but the actual Salsa making process did NOT!
I tried two different recipes.
In one I used Roma tomatoes and in the other "slicing" tomatoes (large round ones).
Fresh cilantro, onions and LOTS of Jalapenos...mmm.
you NOPE!
1st batch got triple the oregano... thus spaghetti salsa (ooops).
2nd batch was too vinagery (is that even a word?) and a bit runny.
Now what?
I cant give them away!
I just hope my family eats it!
Does anyone have a good salsa canning recipe?
I mean a really yummy one.
HELP PLEASE?

2009-10-10T12:50:00.004-04:00

This is the cutest website ever!

Bakerella

Go here to get the recipes

The missionaries are coming for dessert and I want to try these.

Maybe these.