Valentines Day

We had a wonderful valentines day as a family! I sure love these guys!

 

We had dinner with friends! I brought TIRAMISU and STRAWBERRY SALAD! Of course we can't forget about the food.

A day of dreams

Yesterday was a joy filled day. Bryson set up a fabulous ski day for our lil family. Of course Myles stayed home we so missed him but found comfort in an amazing mil helping out (thanks grandma.) We had the ultimate hook-up, underground parking, steps to the hill, and fancy smancy passes. We started on green runs (not the bunny hill) the girls did great. Here and there crash boom bang. Once in a while a ski fell off, and tears there were a few (proud to say they were not mine.) Anyway somehow the girls talked us into a blue run, they REALLY REALLY REALLY wanted to. Thus we went to one steep and quite difficult blue run (still not sure what we were thinking?) The falls started, only out of fear. This puppy was steep. Bryson had Sky and helped her to do big HUGE turns across the mountain. This gave her enough confidence to just go and finish out the hill herself (a proud parent moment.) Taylor however was scared poopless. She cried, skied, cried, skied, cried, cried, cried, skied and finally made it to the bottom. At that point we should have sent her to the lodge. But we decided to do one last "FUN" run with all the bumps. 1/2 way down the run a familiar voice yelled "Taylor, Skyler, Bryson" (I guess I'm just so skinny that she couldn't see me?) Turns out Bonka (my mom) had been skiing all day at DV. Ya should have communicated, but so happy and lucky we ran into her on the last run. She got to see how much the girls had improved.

As we finished the day I was so proud of the girls. They were tough and my legs killed after pushing the plow ALL DAY! Remember I've been working out 2 hours a day, I'm sure they were toasted. They are so much fun to hang with and I just can not quite believe how grown up they are. Bryson was great, and I'm so blessed to have a wonderful husband who is amazing at having fun with the kids. And grateful he took the day off to be with us.

I know I know a lil long for me but keep reading...

As we headed off for a dinner my dad called and invited us to a family/friend dinner at RUTH'S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE, did you hear that RUTH'S CHRIS. Oh how that sounded magical but I only had yoga pants and the girls were in PJ's. I desperately tried to explain to Bryson that we were not adequately dressed, He said "It's Park City." I said "You've never ever been anywhere this nice and we will not be arriving in yoga pants and pj's." I rarely put my foot down. He suggested running to the outlets to get a few things. We ran and got jeans for the 3 of us (ya jeans but we only had casual tops so jeans it was.) Next time I'll be smokin hot in a little black dress with red HIGH heels. Ya I've planned it out in my head.



Ok let's get to the heavenly part, Ruth's Chris. Have you ever had their steak? Their motto, "Life's to short to eat any where else." As we walked in to be seated a couple was taking pictures of their steak, ya it's that good. I'm not that big of a steak gal but a good one is HEAVEN ON EARTH. Fillet Mignon, cooked at 1800 degrees. Served on a 500 degree plate, bubbling with lots of butter and herbs (need I say more.) It does not get any better. Pretty sure Bryson will be going back. Oh ya there was chocolate but as far as I'm concerned IT'S ALL ABOUT THE STEAK.

We also had most of my family (minus seas, missed you) and some great friends. Oh man that is what dreams are made of.

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Krazy cake lady has been baking!

Taylor's first book signing

T's first book signing, I'm sure it won't be the last. As I'm sure you know my dad (Kevin Hall) wrote an amazing book (ASPIRE). He had a book signing at our local Barnes and Noble. Being the man he is he had Taylor stand right next to him and sign 20 books in the chapter where she is featured. She was THRILLED, NERVOUS, and So Proud. She stood with her back straight, it looked as if she had grown inches as the self-esteem saturated her being. She had a perma-smile, none the less a some permanent teeth 8 year old smile from head to toe. When she got home she wrote in her journal so she would never forget! She's hooked and has been writing "books" and reading them to her class ever since. Thanks dad.

my guy

To bad he can't clean up his own messes. He now has an obsession with the broom.

Sky-izzle!

This is how Sky looks when she dresses herself. Sky-izzle!

wise words

"If you're still in the process of raising children, be aware that the tiny fingerprints that show up on almost every newly-cleaned surface, the toys scattered around the house, the piles and piles of laundry to be tackled, will disappear all too soon, and that you will, to your surprise, miss them profoundly"--Pres. Thomas S. Monson

mint brownies VS peanut butter chocolate cake

Help which one should I make in celebration of my sister coming to town? I'm hungry (diet) and just can't make an educated choice!

the 2 men in my life

This morning Bryson said "I love you" to Myles. Myles then blew him a kiss in return. BLISS is being a parent and watching your child grow.

Myles and Bryson are best buds. Everything his dad does is SO COOL. When Bryson returns from work Myles remains within 4 inches of him at all times.

The good life

Tay and I hoped into the car in route to achievement days. She was SO EXCITED. I could see that she felt "grown up" {now that she's eight}. She then said "It's to bad we are not on our way to Mexico!" I laughed hard and LOVED the short 2 minute car ride. How I wish I could tune into that silly brain of hers and read her thoughts.

My life... a great gift

Tonight as I can not sleep (I'm not sure why. At 5 pm I was soooo ready for bed and now I'm wide awake? WHATEVER) and would love to be in bed. I've been thinking about the things in my life that truly matter. As this is my only running journal bear with me.

1: FAMILY
I feel so blessed to have been bestowed 3 amazing children of God.I feel so full of joy and hope when I am around them. It's like looking in their eyes I see hope happiness and the brightness of tomorrow. I love them so deeply and dearly. My husband who is my best friend. I love being with him. I love the father he is, at times I must admit I'm a little jealous of his parenting. And a whole slew of family who supports and buoys us up in every way possible. How lucky am I that I get to spend forever with these guys!

2: FAITH
How I love my testimony. I wonder how those without the "gospel" do it. I love knowing I am a child of God and that I have a divine purpose on this earth. I know the church is true and believe with every fiber of my being that we are here only to learn, grow and return to live with our eldest brother in heaven. I know the scriptures are true. My senior year in HS I was able to gain a firm testimony of the scripture and I now know what a divine guide they are. I know we have a prophet called of God on the earth today. I am grateful for his guidance and dedication. I know the atonement is for me and is the way I will return to my Heavenly Father. I am grateful for the PEACE it brings to my life.

3: HEALTH
As I see and ponder those who have so many health battles I am thankful for the health of myself and my family. I love getting up every morning and starting new. A rebirth, a new day. How lucky I am to be able to take care of those I love and adore.


I guess this is the short list...
As there is many to list, today I focus on the top 3.

"Count your blessings name them one by one. And it will surprise you what the Lord
has done"

This week I'm gonna pretend the Savior is near me (as he is) and see if my actions need any adjusting?
“He is always near me, though I do not see Him there,
And because He loves me dearly, I am in His watchful care.
So I’ll be the kind of person that I know I’d like to be
If I could see the Savior standing nigh, watching over me.”

Anyone else looking for Valentines party ideas?

I'm helping out with sky's class party. I choose games (of course.) While searching the net I found this one PERFECT. Think the 1st graders are really gonna love it. Seems good for most elementary kiddos.

Stacking Heart Challenge

Making a tower of hearts isn't as easy as you think.
This racing game creates shouts, cheers and laughter.
You'll need to buy plenty of small conversation hearts,
I recommend a few bags. The object of the game is to
build the tallest tower in the allotted amount of time
(30 seconds should do). When the time is up, the kids
count the hearts to see who is the winner. This game is
usually a big enough hit for each player to request
another turn.

Can you tell I'm hungry?

This is one of my all time fav things in the world! You know how yummy it is when the maple syrup and bacon meet on your plate at breakfast. The perfect combination of sweet and salty the perfect combination. So I will dream of this till my size one jeans fit and when they... do I'm making lots.


Sweet sugar bacon



Ingredients:
1 pound thick bacon
1/2 cup brown sugar (or maple syrup)
1 tsp. salt


Directions:
1. Line a baking sheet with foil and set a cooling rack in it.
2. Spread the bacon out over the cooling rack.
3. Rub the brown sugar onto the bacon.
(I like to shake it all up in a lg ziploc bag, not as efficient at covering but FAST)
4. Bake in a preheated 350F oven until the bacon reaches the desired crispiness, about 15-20 minutes.
5. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes and then enjoy.

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Summer

My daddys book! (5 years in the making)

5 years ago my dad (Kevin Hall) started a life goal. He wrote his first book, Aspire, discovering your purpose through the secret power of words. Today it is available at book stores nation wide (new release section). I am so proud of him and love the book.

This book moved me to tears. It will truly help you discover your own purpose and path in life. It helped me become a kinder more thoughtful person. If you are looking for a change in your life read this book. Not only will it change your view of the world but it will change your view or yourself . "You must be the change you wish to see in the world" Ghandi

Go check it out or pick one up at Amazon, Barnes and Noble or Borders.

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