SUMMIT CREEK 2009

Thursday morning found us on the road to relaxation, or so we so blindly thought. Klay and Kwynn decided it would be fun to go with Uncle Chris & I. Kwynn and I played hangman and did some tag-team drawing to pass the time away. We enjoyed the peacefulness of camp before the legions arrive. Unfortunatly I ended us soaking up wayyyyyyyyyyyyyy to much sun and now my lips are peeling off! But the warm felt so good. Matt, Erika and the kids got there a little later followed by Uncle Jef and Bridger. The three boys ( yes Matt you are one of the Boys) went on a 4-wheeler ride Friday Morning and came back one short, four wheeler that is. They started up a hill with Bridger in the lead, he got into some loose dirt and lost control. He stayed with the machine for 2 turns, then bailed and watched as it made a few more. Luckily only the machine was totaled while Bridg escaped with only his pride and a few spots on his body scraped up. I think those boys rode more cautiously the rest of the weekend. That evening after Keith, Mom, Ken & Steph, and kids , Shawnee & Darrin and Kids, Kaylynne, Holly and Hill, Kitty & Lexi,Tara & Quentin & crew, we ate Hamburgers & Fries. Sitting around the campfire we witnessed a spectacular shooting star, (or maybe the shuttle's return) , Saturday the Grown-ups minus a few took a ride of their own, from camp we went up Long Lost Creek, the road was dusty but the views made the trip worth while. On the way home Taras machine kept quitting, luckily always starting again. Quentin traded her machines and then when we were near camp the wheel fell off of that machine. I didn't tell her but I wasn't going to offer my spot for fear she'd break it too!!(just kidding sis). WHen we got home they all teased me because I had gotten so covered with dirt that all you could see was the whites of my eyes, Kitty has pictures to prove it. Kendall felt so sorry for me that he offered his shower to me, It was the first time I remember looking down and seeing the shower floor turn black!. While cooking dinner Chris grabbed the handle of a Dutch oven that we had been using and without thinking and burned blisters all across his hand. He went running & screaming to the creek to cool it off. The rest of the evening went pretty smoothly with the rain starting just about bed time. It rained off and on during the night. Sunday morning after downing I don't know how many pancakes and an undetermined amount of bacon ( about 10#) we took a ride to Lawson Creek to look for arrowheads, we didn't find much but throughout the rest of the day Chris found 4 ticks on himself! We sure enjoyed the getaway with our family and have already started talking about next year. We think we spend to much time worrying about and fixing meals and need to SIMPLIFY! Making more time for play! Oh and we did catch some fish. Good job Kade. These are the Best of TImes!!!!!!!!!
As soon as I print some pictures I'll post some, but I have a new camera and don't dare make a mistake and loose them.

ONE YEAR AGO......

Memorial Day is one Holiday that our family celebrates in the same place every year. Summit Creek USA. Every year no matter what the weather or other events occur, we head for the same spot. It makes us happy. It's where we want and can't wait to be. The kids have been asking for weeks when we are leaving. They all know what awaits them. One of their favorite spots is the hot springs, with warm water and lots of little fish to try to catch. The four-wheelers make a path to the water with kids and towels in tow. Not to mention the good food that never fails to taste better than when we make it at home. No egg McSomethings here. Its greasy fried eggs, bacon, pancakes, hashbrowns, sausage, french toast and what ever else is in the coolers. Uncle Chris can always be found getting breakfast started while everyone else rolls out of bed. Shawnee's family got us hooked on cornmeal pancakes last year and so it was on the most requested list this year. Lunch is usually simple, and we have a big dinner. Kendall likes to do burgers with onions, fresh-cut fries, and usually scones or something else deep fried. This year we are trying red-neck donuts, (refrigerator biscuts deep fried, then tossed in cinnamon and sugar). Some friends that camped with us a few times taught us a great chicken and veggie dutch oven dish that only needs green salad and a roll to make a really nice meal. Last but not least, cobblers, smores and all the other gooey stuff we can stand. THese pictures are from last year so it's time to take some more. These are the things our kids remember, and isn't that what it's all about anyway? We are keeping a tradition that our Dad and Mom started and we can't bear to stop, AND WE DON'T WANT TO!

Easter is probably my favorite holiday. It has a lot of meaning and traditions to me. Many who know me have seen my vast display of bunnies. I've kind of slowed down on getting more due to lack of space. I think I may scale back and undeclare the living room "the BUNNY room"! One of the most exciting parts of the day as always was the EGG HUNT when the little kids were released to gather, they had to walk carefully not to step on any eggs because the ground was almost solid with eggs. This year we added a little money to the eggs which added to the smiles of the kids. Also new this year was the appearance of our own little costumed "Avery Bunny". She was seen checking out the eggs even before the signal was given to begin hunting. I was especially grateful for the positive change in the weather, making a hotdog roast a comfortable event. All in all the day was a very enjoyable one. We look forward to the beginning of summer baseball leagues beginning this week and wishing Kylee luck in her golf tournament, she won on the Blackfoot course last week. Unfortunately it's not much of a spectator sport so I won't be watching, only thinking of her. We bought some new sleeping bags this weekend with camping in the upcoming future and can't wait to use them.

PERSONALITY PLUS

Yes, this girl has personality. Just today her mother called me to find out if what Macee was
telling her was correct. Little missie told her mom that Grandma Kerry was coming to take
her to Sen'or Iguanas (our favorite MexicanRestaurant ). I wasn't. She then wanted to know
who was at work with me at the office. I said
Kori, but she was on the other line right now. She said, Who else? I replied Sheri, OK Macee said, can I talk to her, Sheri said sure. Macee then proceeded to invite Sheri to come take her to Sen'or Iguanas, she even had directions for
her. Turn by the ice cream store, then turn
left, then turn right. Sheri said she'd have to
find a time when they could go later.
Macee is such a bright spot in both her
Grandma's (of which she has quite a few), and also her Grandpas. Many times Chris will
randomly say, "When are we going to see Macee?" Usually it's not too long. A couple weeks ago she stayed with Aunt Steph & Uncle
Kendall, (mostly to see Kwynn & Pooker). Kendall took her back home when he went to work in Poky the next day. He later told me that she had talked to him the WHOLE 30 minute drive! When he had to take a call on his cell phone, she sang a song til he was ready to talk again!!! Life is definitely interesting when she is around. I'm going to have to make a commitment on lunch at Sen'or Iguanas soon. She will definitely not forget about it!

My Valentine

These are a few of the things I love about my Sweetheart

1. He tells me often how much he loves me.
2. He tells me I'm a good cook.
3. He takes me on long drives. We take alot of side roads!
4. He takes me to the top of mountains just to look at the view.
5. He enjoys going to ball games just as much as I do.
6. He is always doing a project for someone else.
7. He loves being a Grandpa and living with Grandma.
8. He is a hard worker. (notice I didn't say fast)
9. He makes me want to be a better person.
10. He never makes me feel guilty when I should.
11. He's MINE, ALL MINE!!!

WING COOK-OFF RESULTS

Well I'm proud to announce that my husband declared my SuperBowl Wings to be his favorite. He is a very smart man you know! I can't really say who won, because they were all so gooooood! Matt's had a really good jalepeno BBQ flavor, Kitty's were teriyaki, Keith's were garlicy (Teresa is a garlic feind, she even puts it on grilled cheese!!), I made Grandma Goodwin's sweet & sour, and I also made a deep fried, with a homemade BBQ sauce I saw on Foodnetwork. All in all there were too many, and they were all too good to choose a winner. It made the Super Bowl so much more fun to have the added competition. On another food note, I was watching Road Tasted with the Neeley's this morning and they were visiting Salt Lake, they featured Jose Chapparo (Melina's) and his tomales (not spelled right)business. They make up to 25,000 a day. I think I've seen his brand at Wal-Mart. I was almost late for work because I couldn't leave until it was over.

SUPER BOWL PAR-TAY

OK FAMILY WHERE IS THE SUPER BOWL EXTRAVAGANZA GOING TO BE HELD? I THINK WE NEED TO HAVE ANOTHER FOOD CHALLENGE!! WHO MAKES THE BEST WINGS? HOT, SPICY, SWEET & SOUR ,TANGY, SUPER HOT, SUPER MILD, BBQ, WHATEVER YOU THINK IS THE BEST. ARE YOU UP TO IT? I'LL HOST IF YOU WANT AND LET YOU KNOW THE PARTICULARS LATER. WHO WILL BE THE " WING DING WINNER" ?WE'LL SEE. LOTS OF LUCK! ! KERRY (THE RIB QUEEN)