Delora's Big 40!

A big thanks goes out to my sweet husband who planned a surprised 40th birthday party for me. Boy was I ever surprised. Thanks to my sister Tanya and Jean-Marie for helping Layne pull it off. I also thank all of my dear friends who took the time on a Saturday afternoon during this busy holiday season to make time to come to a party for me. I really appreciate the time and effort. Thanks Layne. I owe you!
Here are some pictures Layne took of the surprise party.


Here is my family as I open my presents on my birthday. Thanks everyone for the gifts! I had a great day. I got to go to a nice dinner and see a movie. It was a fun day. Many of my friends and everyone in my family called me to wish me a Happy Birthday. Thanks for all the calls. That really made my day!

Rachael's Hairdo!

This is Rachael with her hair updo. Her babysitter Whitney was doing her hair. Rachael loves having her hair done and doing other peoples hair. Her hair looks so good. Way to go Whitney with Rachael's hairdo.

Thanksgiving Tradition - Ice Skating!

Uncle Daniel is trying to catch up with Rachael. Way to go Rachael.



Madalyn ice skating all by herself. She is some skater.



The guys just taking a break from skating. Their feet must be sore. HaHa.



This is of Rachael, Dakota, Violet, and Uncle Daniel. They are really getting the hang of it.

We Love Aunt Jamie!

Aunt Jamie gave us these books all about fairies. We loved them. We love and miss her and wish her a Happy Thanksgiving. We hope to see her soon. Thanks Aunt Jamie. Love, Rachael and Madalyn.

Madalyn's South Africa Report!

This is a picture of Madalyn reporting on South Africa. She choose this country because her dad has been there once. She did a great job and had a fun time learning all about South Africa. Also, thanks to our neighbor Matt who just recently returned from there from a mission.

Three Things About Me!

Here is a tag representing three things about myself.

1. Three jobs I have had:
Sales clerk at a childrens clothing store
Production worker at Natures Sunshine
School Teacher

2. Three places I have lived:
Rowland Heights, California
Santa Maria, California
Orem, Utah

3. Three shows that I have watched:
Dancing With the Stars
Deal or No Deal
Travel Channel

4. Three places that I have been:
England
Paris, France
Dennmark

5. Three of my favorite foods:
Mint truffles
Mexican
Chicken

6. Three places I'd rather be right now:
On vacation anywhere
Shopping without kids
Reading a good book

7. Three things I look forward to this next year:
Losing weight by excercising more
Going on vacation (Disneyland)
Getting more scrap booking done

8. Three people who look at my blog regularly:
Mom
Holly
Kim


These are just of the few three things about me. I tag Mom, Holly, Kim, Sarah, Amy, Patty, and anyone else.

FHE Pumpkin Carvings!

Madalyn by her pumpkin with glasses. We thought Rachael would choose to have her's with glasses because she wears them, but I guess not. Way to go Madalyn!






Kade showing off his cougar spirit!







Rachael smiling because she is finally done with the big mess.

Pool fun in the sun!

We went to St. George last weekend with some friends. What fun we had in the sun swimming and playing. Here is the best group picture I got of everyone. It was a great mini vacation. We can't wait until we can do it again.

Husband Tag

1. Where did you first meet?
Would you believe at BYU in an education class. In a big lecture hall of hundreds of people and he was sitting in the row in front of me. We were assigned to get in groups of 5 and we got in the same group.

2. How long did you date before you got married?
7 months to the day, Friday the 13th of May.

3. How long have you been married?
14 and 1/2 years

4. What does he do that surprises you?
He makes fun of me and teases me alot.

5. What is your favorite feature of his?
I have one, but he wouldn't let me say it, so I had to pick another. I think he nice smooth and soft cheeks. Don't go thinking dirty.

6. What is your favorite quality of his?
He has many, but I love it that he is just a great handy man. He will fix anything and if he doesn't know how , he will research it and find out. He isn't afraid to try.


7. Does he have a nickname for you?
I guess if would be honey.

8. What is his favorite color?
That's easy. It has always been green.

9. What's his favorite food?
Filet migon steak from Ruby River. He also like good fish.

10. What's his favorite sport?
Wrestling of course. (He went to BYU on a wrestling scholarship).

11. When and where was your first kiss?
We don't kiss and tell!

12. What is your favorite thing to do as a couple?
We love to sit and watch movies on the big screen. We like to go out to eat with no kids, and he usually lets me pick where we go, because he eats out alot for work. We also like to go to the temple.

13. Do you have any children?
Yes! Between us 6. I had a son(who passed away) he has 2 boys and we have 3 together. 2 girls and 1 boy. So yes, we have 5 alive.

14. Does he have a hidden talent?
He loves to bake and he is great at it.

15. How old is he?
He is 35 years old.

16. Who said I Love You first?
I honestly can't remember. It was too long ago. I have a fifty fifty chance of guessing. So I'll guess he did. I'm sure he'll let me know on this one.

17. What is his favorite type of music?
I would have to go with country.

18. What do you admire most about him?
That he is such a family man. He loves to come up with fun things to do with the family. He wants to make sure our kids have good family memories. He is always keeping in touch with his sibling and parents. He really cares about what is going on.

19. Do you think he will read this?
Yes, and he will probably say I got some wrong answer.

20. I tag: anyone who reads my blog.

Lucky Number 13!

The number 13 has always been lucky for Layne and I. Madalyn was so excited this year to wear the lucky number for soccer. She really did have great luck. Her team got better each game they played. She loved soccer and is quite the fast runner. She is sad it is over. That is until next year, when she plays again.

Fall Sewing Project

This is a fallish table runner I made for my long desk in my family room. I made it for Halloween and Thanksgiving. It was easy and quick to make. I actually had fun making it. I am going to make one for Chirstmas. I think the color adds to the holiday. I think it looks nice with decorations on it. What do you think?

Joe's Valley

Here are some pictures from our family vacation in July of 2008 to Joe's Valley Resevoir in Utah. Adam brought his boat and we all had a fun time tubing, skiing and kneeboarding. We can't wait to do it again next year.