Sunday, May 18, 2008
2nd Annual Spring Recital
Its that time again, 2nd Annual Spring Recital. After hearing about a recital my sisters held with friends several years ago, I decided to host one myself. I thought it would be a good excuse to learn something new on the piano that wasn't "Baby Elephant Walk." There were about 15 people who came last year. People sang, played the piano, french horn, guitar and ukulele. We had a wide arrange of abilities and it was a lot of fun. This year was even better.The whole point of this is to learn how to play something new or challenging for whatever level you are. I know what some people have talked about pulling out their middle school band instruments:) There are only 3 rules to remember. 1-You can't come if you don't participate 2-No kazoos 3-No recorders. I have a piano but any other instrument you have to bring yourself. Dessert will be provided after.
Sunday, April 06, 2008
Spring Break: California here I come!
For spring break this year I decided to go visit my brother Kenny's family. Kenny and Johanna have three little boys. Drew-4, Ian-3, and Owen-about 9 months. While Drew was at pre-school Ian was my little helper. He helped me brush my teeth (an interesting experience) and do my hair. He wanted to get his hair done so I gave him a couple of different looks. (There are more pictures on the Summers' Family Blog)
Nerdy
Emo
fro-hawk
He decided it was more fun to wet his hair and then dry it over and over and over again. When he finished his hair was just randomly sticking up.
For lunch we went to John's Incredible Pizza. It basically is Chucky Cheese on steroids. They have a little roller coaster. Drew and I rode on it. It wasn't very big so I thought it would be a nice slow ride but it was surprisingly fast.
They also had this spinning ride that made me feel al little sick. Note to self: you know you are getting old when basically a tea cup ride makes you sick.
Owen was just having fun watching.
We did find a ride for Owen, the carousel. He loved it and cried when we ran out of tickets.
Owen has a lot of hair just on top. He has a total mo-hawk. While I was there Owen got his first haircut. This is the before picture.
He did a great job of just sitting there.
The after picture. The lady spiked his hair.
We also went down to San Diego during the week. Owen got sick right after we left the house with some projectile vomit so we had to go back to the house to clean him up. The little guy rebound pretty well for the rest of that day.
We took a boat ride from Catalina Island. It was cold on the top. I was doing my best not to lose one of my nephews over the side of the boat. That would have been bad.
After an eventful night (one bloody nose, one baby with a fever and blow out diaper issue, and a wet bed accident) we were off to Sea World.
Ian, Kenny and I went on the Atlantis ride and got wet.
After getting really wet at the dolphin show we decided to take the higher seats for the Shamu Show. It was a good thing because the killer whales soaked the crowd.
I had a great trip visiting the boys. There was a lot of playing Zugor (aka Monster), reading books, cuddling on the couch, riding bikes, going to the park, giving bathes, playing trucks, and helping out in the bathroom (don't ask). I have no idea how some of you do it. I am so tired and it will probably take me several more days to recover.
Nerdy
Emo
fro-hawk
He decided it was more fun to wet his hair and then dry it over and over and over again. When he finished his hair was just randomly sticking up.
For lunch we went to John's Incredible Pizza. It basically is Chucky Cheese on steroids. They have a little roller coaster. Drew and I rode on it. It wasn't very big so I thought it would be a nice slow ride but it was surprisingly fast.
They also had this spinning ride that made me feel al little sick. Note to self: you know you are getting old when basically a tea cup ride makes you sick.
Owen was just having fun watching.
We did find a ride for Owen, the carousel. He loved it and cried when we ran out of tickets.
Owen has a lot of hair just on top. He has a total mo-hawk. While I was there Owen got his first haircut. This is the before picture.
He did a great job of just sitting there.
The after picture. The lady spiked his hair.
We also went down to San Diego during the week. Owen got sick right after we left the house with some projectile vomit so we had to go back to the house to clean him up. The little guy rebound pretty well for the rest of that day.
We took a boat ride from Catalina Island. It was cold on the top. I was doing my best not to lose one of my nephews over the side of the boat. That would have been bad.
After an eventful night (one bloody nose, one baby with a fever and blow out diaper issue, and a wet bed accident) we were off to Sea World.
Ian, Kenny and I went on the Atlantis ride and got wet.
After getting really wet at the dolphin show we decided to take the higher seats for the Shamu Show. It was a good thing because the killer whales soaked the crowd.
I had a great trip visiting the boys. There was a lot of playing Zugor (aka Monster), reading books, cuddling on the couch, riding bikes, going to the park, giving bathes, playing trucks, and helping out in the bathroom (don't ask). I have no idea how some of you do it. I am so tired and it will probably take me several more days to recover.
Seeing Stars
We went to the first Colorado Rapids game of the season as a mulit-stake singles activity. They were playing the LA galaxy. It just so happens that David Beckham plays for that team. I am not going to lie, I was excited to see him. They had a raffle before the game to let people go on the field to watch them warm up. I had a dream about 5 days earlier that I was going to be chosen to be on the field. After that I was totally convinced I was going to win. Well I did. It was really cool to watch the players warm up and yes we were closer to the boys. I know most of you don't know much about soccer but while we were down there we saw many soccer stars that have played for the USA national team.
Landon Donovan
We saw Coby Jones on the sideline. I think he is a trainer now.
Alexi Lalas is the President and General Manager of the Galaxy. I almost didn't recognize him. He looks a lot better now.
And yes, David Beckham.
Here they are warming up. You can hear everyone yelling for Beckham.
Despite all the big names and large Galaxy salaries we beat them 4-0. It was a great game. I forgot how much I love soccer. I got the first goal on video.
Tuesday, March 04, 2008
Rugby
About a week ago I went up to Boulder to see BYU play CU in rugby. Man that is a violent game. I am not really sure about the rules but it was fun to watch.
Ch-Ch-Ch-Chia (part 2)
So I was a little delayed in planting my chia pet. You have to water the chia everyday. I planted it on Monday and then on Tuesday my sister reminded me that we were going to be about of town for 5 days. I had two choices, one to replant or two to submerge my chia in a pot of water and hope for the best. I submerged my chia and after a week it started to grow. So here are my newest pictures.
If you look close you can see that my chia has a hairy mole. I love it.
If you look close you can see that my chia has a hairy mole. I love it.
My New Piano
Right after Christmas I bought a piano. I know what you are thinking. "Cat, you don't know how to play anything except baby elephant walk." Well that is mostly true but I still enjoy playing. Connie helped me pick out some music that I would be able to play. I try to play everyday. I will try to record something soon and post that.
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