FIVE good things about Snow...

Last time I looked it is forecasted to snow again tomorrow. I decided I need to prepare myself for more snow. So, I am writing a list of good things about snow. Feel free to add to it if you'd like...

1. It is absolutely gorgeous when it falls, especially in the night.
2. Shoveling my driveway is strengthening my back and shoulders.
3. Great reason to stay inside, cuddle up and watch a movie.
4. Good for the economy...all the visitors that come to Utah to ski.
5. Will provide lots of water for the crops this summer. (Can you tell I grew up on a farm?)

I love it!! Snow is great. Can't wait for the next storm...see it worked, a little bit!

Tic Tac Tile

Finally, the tile has been laid in my basement. Hallelujah!! It only took me like 4 months to have that done. Crazy how I always thought redecorating or remodeling a house would be so fun. I used to lie awake at night when I was a kid thinking of how I would love to remodel a house. Now that I have a house and I have been forced into changing things in my house, I hate it. I still have to finish painting, have some walls built, get the blinds and windows replaced, and have a new door put in the garage. Never ending...however, I am glad I have a house, I really do love it!!!

Happy Birthday to My Mom

My Mom celebrates her birthday on January 6th. One of the best days of the year if you ask me. Just think without the birth of my Mom there would be no me. That would be a tragedy!! Ha..just kidding!!! I am grateful for the Mom I have and the things she does for me. She is quick to offer kind and motherly advice when I am stressed, worried, down or trying to make a decision. She is always willing to help when I ask and seldom tells me no. She is an amazing women with strong righteous faith. She has taught me a lot about the gospel through her living example. She is a good grandma, wife and mother. I want her to know I am thankful she has a birthday. You're the best! Love ya Mom.

A Possible Twin

Ever since my little niece Miya started getting older everyone in the family has been stunned to notice how much her and I look a like. When I was a little girl I had round little cheeks, a cute piglet looking nose and wiry platinum blond hair. My mom says I had quite the adorable personality to match. Well, turns out Ms. Miya is just about the same. She has the cutest little nose and cheeks and that same unmanageable wiry platinum blond hair. As far as personality goes let's just say she has her fair share of sass as well. She's adorable...my twin. What can I say?

Crazy Faces

I had to pull some crazy faces with a few of my nieces and nephews this weekend. We were all at my parents house for my Mom's birthday. I definitely think I won....Yeah??

A Shout Out

My sister in law Kim was upset because she saw no pictures of herself on my blog. I told her I had no pictures of her expect for one of her at Christmas when she was cooking us all food. She stole my camera this weekend and took a picture so I could put her on my blog. She is the best. She takes real good care of her neighbors...my mom and dad, she is always helping cook and plan menus. She loves to plan family trips and always does a great job. She is smart, works hard, is a good mom and likes to have fun. She is always up for a game or shopping trip or good laugh. I am glad you are a part of our family and around to keep my brother Eric in line. Here is your shout out, Kim. Thanks for all you do. You are the best.

Baby Wyatt Debut

Mr. Wyatt Merlin Turner made his debut on December 17th 2007. He is the 13th addition to my niece and nephew collection. He looks so much like his brother Jared. This makes him an Austin and Alysha boy for sure. And as the favorite Aunt I think he is perfect and absolutely adorable...that's because when he cries I give him right back to his mom or dad. One of the best privileges of being an Aunt.

Happy New Year

It's a brand new year. I can't even believe it. I am so excited. 2007 was one of the best years of my life. There were so many major changes. I started out living in Morgan the first part of the year, working in Sandy. In April I moved to Salt Lake and started working in Layton. In May I started working with Bret and Adam. In September I bought my own home and moved to Bountiful. How crazy is that? I am soo excited for 2008 and all is has to offer. Of course the usual resolutions come up...Lose weight, cut back on Diet Pepsi, etc, etc. You know the drill. It will be a good year. I can feel it in my bones.

I had a great time ringing in the new year with some new found friends of my from my singles ward. I have to admit though once the clock hit about 12:05am I was ready for bed. Luckily for me cute Sarah was around and forced me to stay up until at least 1:05am and then she agreed to take me home.


Would like to wish all of you a very happy and prosperous new year. Let the games begin.

Merry Christmas to You and Yours

Merry Christmas!! I wanted to take a second to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday. It truly is a wonderful time of year. I am spending Christmas this year with my family in Morgan. That is what I do every year expect for the two Christmases I spent in Brazil as a missionary. I love this time of year. We are so blessed. As always I hope the spirit of the season continues with all of us throughout the coming days and next year.

Christmas is coming

I am so excited for Christmas. I can't even wait. It has been fun decorating my house this year. I was given an artificial tree by the people who sold me the house. For this I was thankful! I am looking forward to seeing lots of my close close friends, for the spirit of the season, and the time to be with family. I love this time of year and the opportunity we have to remember Christ, the Savior of our world. It is an easy time to remember him and feel his spirit. May all of you have a very safe a merry holiday.

I Am A Grateful Person

Our morning hike to the "M"

I didn't ever write about Thanksgiving. I didn't mean to not write. I have just been a slacker. I had an awesome Thanksgiving this year. It was so much fun. Austin and Alysha, Colette and Aaron, Monica and Scott with all of their children and I went to my parents house in Morgan for Thanksgiving. We started off the day of course with some baking to prepare for the meal. Around 10:30 in the morning some of us took off to hike to the "M" in Morgan on the hill. It was something I wanted to do so I wouldn't feel so guilty for completing pigging out later that day. When we got back I hurried and showered and we all sat down for the meal. It was yum yum yummy and I ate like a queen. The traditional afternoon Thanksgiving nap was next. We watched movies and hung out. Then later that night I joined the Little family for the gingerbread house decorating party. I invite myself every year. Quite nice of me I think. They are gracious enough to let me come.

Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. You get to be with family and friends. There's no presents and no expectations (well expect for the food). I love being able to relax and express gratitude for the things I feel. I am grateful for so much in my life. My family, my testimony that God is real, my belief that the gospel is true, my health, my house, my intelligence, my learning, my career, my friends, my life....it is a great one. I want for nothing more!

Coconut Caramel Pie

You have to try this recipe. I made it for Thanksgiving. It was inexplicably divine. Those of you who were lucky enough to try it need to leave a review so people know that I speak the truth.

1 package flaked coconut (7 ounces)
6 tablespoons butter
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 carton whipped topping (16 ounces)
1 package cream cheese (8 ounces)
1 jar caramel topping (12 ounces)
2 deep dish pie shells, baked

Preparation: Melt butter in a heavy skillet. Add coconut and chopped pecans; cook until browned lightly then set aside. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and condensed milk; beat well. Fold in whipped topping. Put 1/4 of the mixture into each pie shell. Drizzle 1/4 jar of the caramel topping on each, then sprinkle with about 1/4 of the coconut-pecan mixture. Repeat layers. Freeze. Serve frozen.