A Distinguished Gentleman

Michael decided to grow a beard in the beginning of the year. He did look handsome with it, however, it was not my cup of tea. You be the judge....beard or no beard. We took lots of fun pics as we shaved away the beard.

Tax Day Tea Party - Part II

Tax Day Tea Party

We braved the elements as a family, and we went to downtown Provo on April 15th to protest the taxes, bailouts, debt, & stimulus policies of our current "Socialist" government. It was a huge relief to see so many others actively involved in the protest. People expressed anger with both the dems and the republicans; but everyone agreed Socialism is our kiss of death as a nation - as well as exorbitant debt.

The End of January News

Ashleigh has come down with a mild case of the Chickenpox. She did have the vaccine, so the case is mild, but I am very glad she got them. I'd rather her get them now, then when she's an adult. I have a few pics which, I'll post a little later.

Michael has joined a classic rock band as the drummer. This is all very much still in the works, but he's doing awesome - he really shines! I'm thinking the whole things a midlife crisis, but it's ok by me. The band doesn't have a name yet, but I'll keep you posted on the progress.

Landscaping - for Carrie!

I promised my sister Carrie - forever ago - to include some pictures of the front yard landscaping. I guess better late than never.

Justin's Baptism

I'm way late in getting this one out. I've had bad luck with my camera and my computer. I did have to get this one posted; It was such a special day.

Utah's Victory Parade

Michael went downtown SLC this past Friday, and he got to meet a bunch of the players from the 13-0 Utah football team. Some of his favorite pictures are with the kicker King Louie and with coach Kyle Whittingham. Michael had a great time, and he went with his friend Nate Hughes.

By the way....for my family and friends who aren't up on the Utah school rivalry....Utah is BYU's arch rival. Yes, I did graduate from BYU; and yes, Michael hates BYU and he loves UofU. This is the equivalent of a UofM fan posting an MSU Victory parade!