The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a very well written book. Wow to the suspense and story line.  Some rough language and scenes for tender hearted readers.  Very intense and entertaining!!!

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Let it Snow

This is what my backyard looked like when I woke up this morning.  Let it snow on April 26th.  Will a chance for me to wear my new swimming suit ever come?  I just want it the sun to come soon and stay for a while!!

Egg Roll, Toss, and Smash

I colored Easter Eggs for the first time as an adult this year.  I didn't do great at it.  I didn't realize it works best if you use vinegar and I didn't have any so I just used water.  The colors didn't turn out very vivid but they were only for the egg roll we had at my moms so it didn't much matter.

Addi and Miya getting ready to roll some eggs.

The egg roll I had planned quickly became and egg toss, then gradually turned into an egg smash!

Gracie getting ready to toss some eggs. 

Easton, Gracie and Kim getting ready to smash some eggs.  We ended up having a contest to see who could them the farthest or throw them the hardest at the fence post to see who could get the best smash.

Addi and Miya gathering the results.  It was so much fun!! Next year the smash is on!!!

Charlie's Easter

 

I didn't get anything for Charlie for Easter.  I'm sure he probably doesn't care because he is a dog.  I'm certain he didn't really know the day was any different, but I felt bad when I realized I didn't buy him and special doggie treats.  To compensate I let him have it out with the bunnies on my Happy Easter sign.  I didn't let him attack if for too long but he seemed to enjoy himself while it lasted.  I'll do better next year, Happy Easter Charlie!

Dinner Party

I had a dinner party at my house last night and forgot to take any pictures.  The dinner was a success and I am so happy everyone was able to come.  Brock made Fillet Mignon.  Mari Lu brought a Strawberry Almond Green Salad.  I made fresh hummus and roasted red pepper dips with baked pita slices.  I also cooked some baked potato and roasted vegetables. For dessert we had triple chocolate cake with whip cream and strawberries.  I truly am so sad I didn't take any pictures.  Thanks Dustin, Gentry, Heidi, Aubrey, Brock, Mari Lu and Tricia for being my guests. It really was a great evening.

The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I liked the way this book made me feel about my religion and my beliefs.  I like how it provided a new way to look at why, how and what, truly influences our lives.

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Family Matters

Monica and Scott made a quick trip to Utah at the first of the month.  It was so fun to have everyone together.  It doesn't happen often and I love it when it does.  I love everyone in my family very much!

Grandma Beth enjoying the evening.

Monica, with her awesome pregnant belly and Colette.

Seth with his Grandma My.

Colette braving the floor with the little ones.

Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I feel guilty giving a classic book four stars. It is a wonderful book and I did like a lot. The characters are well developed.  The story line is emotion stirring and well written.  It is no wonder it is a classic. 



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I saw Atlas Shrugged

I'm not sure I'm happy to admit I saw Atlas Shrugged Part I this weekend.  The book is so amazing and well written and deep and inspiring and educational.  The movie was awful.  Half way through I was asking if the producer had even read the book.  What did they do? Ahhhh!  So disappointing.  I'm a movie slut too, I'll see anything and like almost anything.  Maybe after so many bad reviews they will take a different approach for Part II and III.  Read the book, a great investment of your time... I do not advise seeing the movie.

Kalai

I went to a Kalai concert on Saturday.  This was my 4th kind of 5th.  How many is too many? Really? I love his style, his skills and his attitude.  One of the best guitarist I have ever heard.  Check him out!!!  He is amazing!!!!

Brian's Hunt by Gary Paulsen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great addition to the series of "Brian" books written by the author. Great, easy, fun read!



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