You can never have enough veggies!

I've been craving zucchini bread. So I made some for an after school snack. It's only 5:30 and we've already gone through 1 1/2 loaves. I guess it's good. I am going to love having this little extra time so I can start baking again.

I've been out of the Blogging loop for a while now. I can't believe my last blog was Cam's B-Day. Lots has happened since then.

1. It got cold at night- Bill still insists on an open window- Brrrr, bring on the quilt.

2. My kids went back to school- Halelujah! They were driving each other crazy.

3. I didn't go back to work at the school- This is going to take some getting used to!

4. The boys started football again- Tackle em boys, but please no hospital visits.

5. My tomatoes finally started to ripen- Mmmmm, I can almost taste the homemade salsa.

6. We've already had a HEALTHY kid come home"SICK" from school. - Not happenin' again!

7. I've gained 5 more lbs.- I wish I hadn't made so many No Bake Cookies. And I had to eat the chocolate cream before it went bad. I had NO Choice.

8. Bill started coming home earlier- WOW he looks different when the sun is out. This is a Great thing!

So as you can see, all is well in the Shurtliff home. The kiddies are happy. The mamma is happy and we actually see Bill sometimes which makes him happy. It's kinda' like the I love you, you love me, we are a happy family song!

I hope all my fellow bloggers are doing well too. Next time I'll maybe even get creative and do a fun blog. We'll see!!!!!!!!!!

CAM'S BIRTHDAY

Yesterday was Cameron's 12th Birthday. The kids floated the river in Lava and had so much fun. He waited all day for his dad to come home so he could open his present. I'm pretty sure he would tell you it was worth the wait. His first shot gun. He loves it.

Sunday he will recieve the priesthood. I can't believe he's gotten that big. Missions are just right around the corner. Eeks. I need time to slow down.

Cam- I LOVE YOU. HAPPY B-DAY!

Planters Peanuts hits McCammon

Remember the funny Planters Peanuts commercial from Super Bowl? I never would have dreampt it would be the inspiration for our funny day. The girls even went shopping like this. They didn't have quite the feed back ,from men, that the original uni-brow girl had. I thought it was hilarious . How would it be to feel that sexy again.
Here's the commercial link- I laugh every time I see it.
http://www.metacafe.com/watch/1081249/planters_cashews_ugly_chick/

Beautiful Baby!!

My dear friend ,Kim, came to visit us yesterday. I usually only see here a couple of times a year. I have been lucky enough to see her twice in a month. It's been so much fun getting to know her new son, Tyler. His is absolutely adorable.

Kim was with us for Coleby's birth and I had worried she'd never have kids because of the experience, LOL. Between cutting the umbilical chord , seeing my naked butt, and postponing her flight 3 times, I think it was a little more tramatic than expected. Glad I didn't ruin ya'.

I'm so happy for you Kim. You are a beautiful Mother and I know you will raise an Amazing son.

BLESSING IN DISGUISE

Take a look at this. Jealous? Well, tough luck. I'm not giving it up. This is Bill's new luxury cruiser. We've been shopping for a new car about 2 months now. Bill looked far and wide. He put prayer, sweat and tears (no, not really) into his decision. And when it was all said and done the Smurf Mobile was the chosen car. Why?, do you ask me. Can't you tell ...it's amazing. LOL.

How about this for a reason to buy... 51 miles to the gallon. Yes, I said 51. Bill drives approximately 775 miles a week and this little car is now our biggest blessing. Plus, it's sheen is so dull I don't worry about the sun reflecting off and blinding him. Boo-yah. You see, it's all good.

Blessing really do come in DISGUISE!

Vampire Fever

Okay- I know I'm risking sounding like all the other Vampire obsessed women out there but "Oh my heck!" I am dying here. I got my #4 book Saturday night, yes almost 24 hours late, and I'm still not done with it. I've had a crazy few days and just haven't had enough time. I'm dying here. It is after midnight and I'm preparing for a catering job for the State Education Board tomorrow. I read too much during the day and now I am paying. Pasta salad at midnight anyone?
I can actually hear the book screaming for me. Hey, maybe one of Nessie's "gifts" is to also communicate with crazy and exhausted women that didn't prioritise well. I'm sure everyone else that was waiting for the release has already finished. NOT ME! So please don't tell me anything about it. Paige has already leeked too much to me. Hold your excitement until I'm done, child. I'm going into seclusion right after work tomorrow to finish. No if's, and's or but's about it. 200 page to go. Wish me luck!