Sunday, October 31, 2010

10-12-10 Tuesday - South Pacific

"I'm gonna wash that man right outta my hair!"
We saw South Pacific at the OC Performing Arts Center - it was a fun show, but a little bit risque I must say!!!

We were able to go into the Center Club Room during intermission and enjoy some treats and drinks. They had a Pacific Rim theme with egg rolls, won tons and macadamia nut cookies for instance.

Jeff had a school board meeting that night so Louie got to come with us instead!

Shera tried everything!

Luke rested during at the break. The musical was great - but Luke fell asleep and missed the end. It was late for a school night. But we are still so glad we saw it.

10-10-10 Sunday - Something Loooong Over Due - The Comforter!!!!

So... One of the things I have done for my kids when they get baptized at the age of eight years old is to make them a comforter. This is a special gift they receive that is a symbol of the Gift of the Holy Ghost (or the Comforter) after they are baptized into the church and are confirmed.
I was a little late for Luke's baptism last June - but I finally got it done!

And what was even worse is that I had never finished Shera's either! And she is ten years old now! (Talk about procrastinating...) I heard her asking about it for the past two years too!!!

So I had to share their faces of surprise and joy when they opened up their comforters!

I make them with their favorite colors - not too big, not too small - but just right!

Luke was so happy he thought he'd give a big kiss to his sister!!!

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

10-9-2010 Saturday - Out of the Darkness...

Noel volunteered at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - "Out of the Darkness" Walk on Saturday morning. Seven girls from the pep squad came to cheer on the walkers at the finish line. She was the only song leader that could make it, but it gave her the opportunity to get to know some of the cheerleaders better! They were really cute girls with a great attitude helping the walkers. Some had photos of their children, family members, or friends on their shirts - it was a very touching and worthwhile event.

10-7-2010 - MVHS vs. Redlands

Love our Diablo Banner the team runs through after halftime!

It splits right down the middle and velcros right back up for next the next game!

Mission Viejo 55
Redlands 6
Gooooo Mission!!!!

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

10-4-2010 Monday - "BOO" Cupcakes!!!

We absolutely LOVE Halloween at our home! There are so many fun activities, crafts and yummy treats to make!

Last night for our family night, we made cupcakes with yellow and orange cake batter and purple frosting. The kids had a fun time creating each individual masterpiece with all the decorations.

I found these cute skull and crossbones candies at Target and the bat picks at the party store.

They couldn't wait to dig in! They were perfect for a lunchtime treat today too!

Monday, October 4, 2010

10-2-2010 Saturday - General Conference At The River!

Some of our favorite times to go to the river is during the church's General Conference. Twice a year we get to listen to the prophet speak live on television. Drew and Holly attended in person this year and loved it.
Luke got so comfy with pillows and the puppies' bed that he fell asleep!

Maybe he got something out of it through osmosis?

During the breaks we went on the boat and visited our friends, the Hrabik's, who just got a place out here too! We also played games like air hockey...

and Pac Man...

And Noel made finger sandwiches and sliced fruit for lunch on Sunday!

School Year Highlights!

School Year Highlights!
Drew's drama club went to NYC over the holidays!

Holly's Classical Voice Recital

Noel won Castille Elementary Student of the Year from the Kiwanis Club. She's here with Peter Vidmar - 2x Olympic Gold & 1x Olympic Silver Medal winner.

Church History Tour Easter Break

Church History Tour Easter Break
Palmyra - Joseph Smith's home where he grew up!

We went to Niagara Falls too!

The Angel Game!

The Angel Game!
We got on the big screen!