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Let's catch up

2012-02-09T09:52:00.000-08:00

Ok, so it's been awhile :-) I've just downloaded a few pics and realize we had a couple of holidays pass and I have some sharing to do. Had no idea anyone reads this blog, so I wasn't worried about it, but I had someone say I haven't updated for quite sometime - so here goes.

Brielle's veggie tray

Alisha's stuffing

Thanksgiving was a fun time...food...family...food...football...food - then we all crashed! Alisha, Matt, Brielle, Ellsie and my Dad all joined Kent and I at the cabin. We missed the Millers as they were sharing their holiday feast with the Miller family. Brielle and Alisha helped my cook the goods and everything tasted great. Something must have been in the turkey, because we all could not stay awake! We all crashed except Ellsie, of course.

The holidays are always fun for me...I LOVE baking....so I made some ginger bread cookie mix and let the Miller kids roll out and cut some gingerbread men and decorate them. They had a blast!

Kent and I drove to SLC to see Alisha and go Christmas shopping with her, I love the city lights and all the festivities going on! Alisha had a party she went to, so Kent and I walked through temple square to take in the lights. I got 1 picture of the temple (which I must say is fantastic) and my batteries went dead. We were bundled up to stay warm and walked around for a couple of hours. We took in a concert in the Assembly Hall...local high schools were performing and we were surprised with the talent we heard. Very festive!

Christmas Eve we all went to Mom's for a bite to eat. It was fun to see my brothers and Shelley and their families. Tom and Mom were good hosts and it totally wore them out!

Christmas Day was a busy day...we opted to stay in town rather than go to Pine Valley. Alisha came down Christmas Day and we all got together later that day for fun, food and presents! My camera was acting funny (user error, I'm sure) so some of the pics are blurry.
Ellsie opening one of her presents>>>>

Ian and Mason showing a little fatigue on Christmas

Kent's new TV !!! Shelley, Ted and Alisha wired it for him--I kept him occupied so he would stay out of their way.

Oh, and Merry Christmas to me---my Bishop called me to be the Young Womens President (again) :)
I keep singing to myself...."I will go, I will do the things the Lord commands....." I know I will get through this, it's Kent I'm worried about. I'll keep you posted!
Enjoy!

Trick or Treat!!

2011-11-04T11:51:00.000-07:00

Halloween is always such a fun time for kids and adults if you let your guard down. Kent and I drove over to Kasi and Kenny's house to attend their block party....such cute costumes, but my Grandkids were the cutest!!Mason was a zombie referee....

Ian was a scare crow...........

Kaitlyn was Tinkerbell...but wouldn't wear the wings :)

And Ellsie was a mermaid

Later that night, my niece Chandy came over with her little girl Ryan

She was dressed up as a Sheriff...cute little thing.

I dressed up as a gnome, but will favor all of you by not posting a picture of it...I don't photograph well.

We had a good time seeing the neighbor kids dressed up---just wished we'd had more.

Now we have leftover candy :-)

October !! Love it!!

2011-10-27T09:39:00.000-07:00

October is a busy month for us...lots of birthdays! It starts out with Kenny's on the 3rd, Alisha's on the 6th, mine on the 13th, and Ian's on the 26th. So, lots of celebrations and cake. I made Ian a "cowboy hat" cake and I think he loved it! But maybe not as much as he loved the pocket knife his Grandpa Kent gave him! (Big mistake if you ask me and Kasi) Regardless...he loved it!

I started out the month by hiking Rim to Rim at the Grand Canyon. We did it in 12 hours...and I wouldn't have made it if it weren't for Sandra Smith helping me with my backpack the last few miles. Leslie, Terrie, Terese, Mason, Shelley, Sandra and I had a great time and it was absolutely beautiful! Saw the canyon at sunrise and sunset...mother nature is amazing.
Mason, Ian and Kaitlyn visited one evening, so I pulled out some treats and we made turkeys! Kids always have fun with frosting and candy...and it was no exception with the grand kids.

In the making....

Finished product

Grandpa even got in the Halloween spirit by playing with some of the costumes.

Matt, Brielle and Ellsie came over to carve their pumpkins the other night. They are so artistic! And Ellsie...just loves her picture taken..so cute! It was fun...I always enjoy company...and this time of year!

Sitting Pretty

Matt starting his masterpiece

HaPpY HaLloWeeN !!

Road Trip !

2011-09-01T12:43:00.000-07:00

Kent and I decided it was time for a road trip in the Jetta. First time for us not on the Harley! Air conditioning was great going across the Nevada desert. Our destinations were Lake Tahoe and go see the "big trees" in Sequoia. We spent a night in South Tahoe and enjoyed an evening watching the sun go down.

Then we motored on over through Yosemite to see the sights. (Lots of people) I told Kent someone once told me I HAVE to go to Kings Canyon. So I convinced him we need to go there. I think he was just trying to make me happy not knowing what we were in for.

This is Kings Canyon...well worth the drive! Kings Canyon and Sequioa Nat'l park intertwine - and we stayed in a small cabin in Sequioa. It was "country" for sure...the bathrooms we shared with the other guests and the shower was $1.00 for 3 minutes :-) Loved it! Of course, or cabin was the last one down the lane...far away from the bathroom. That makes a fast early trip in the morning.

We set out to see Grant's Tree - named after General Grant. It was HUGE! Kent and I were both so surprised at the magnitude of these trees. Kent, being so obsessed with trees for the cabin, couldn't get over the size and the strength of these sequoias.

Impressive, right? Ya, the trees too.

Largest Tree In The World

We had a good time, covered 2,000 miles and snapped at each other ---only once! (But he had it coming)

I would highly recommend a trip to Sequoia Nat'l Forest and Kings Canyon - I'm planning on doing it again.

On Top Of The World !!

2011-08-09T08:41:00.000-07:00

Last Saturday, Shelley, Ted and I decided to hike to the top of Pine Valley Mtn. We started up Forsythe Canyon (6.75 miles) and I was reminded how beautiful the mountain is. It's been 32 years since I was up there....Kent and I rode horses with my Mom and Dad up the trail and followed the summit.

This time, our goal was to get to Berger Point and take in the view. On the way, we saw wild raspberries..which tasted so good!

The view after we reached the Forsythe Saddle was just a hint of what we were going to experience once we got to the top of Berger Point. But the climb to Berger was straight up! It was another mile up the rocky path. We would go about 20 yards and have to rest(well I did anyway). Ted and Shelley were very patient with me. It's a rocky steep climb, but the flowers on the path were beautiful with bumble bees all around us. Fortunatley for us...they didn't care we were there!

This is looking up to one of the peaks we hiked past to get to the top.

Finally! Made it to the top! This is the view looking east towards Quail Lake and Sand Hollow Res. Beautiful!

Shelley and I on top of the world!

After eating our lunch and basking in the sun for an hour...it was time to head back down the canyon. We chose to take the same route back. It was still steep and rocky, darnit. About half way down, we decided to put our tired feet in the cold stream...and it felt soooo good! We made it back down in good time, but my knees were really mad at me. I'm sure they'll get over it eventually.

Next hike.....Gardner Peak.

Another Completed Project

2011-07-25T13:42:00.000-07:00

Kent has been dreaming and drawing for quite a while of an eye catching gate for our cabin. He's told me what he has wanted to do, and I just nod my head and say "it will look great", not understanding anything he says. But, like everything else he does around the place, I knew whatever he was trying to do would turn out great! And...it did. He was so excited when Milne's called to tell him the welding was done. He hopped in his truck, found a trailer and carted it up to Pine Valley. Fortunately he found someone to help him...it was quite a task for just one person.

Kasi had some lights for us that were taken out of home she helped remodel and Kent found an antique "double tree" from a good friend having a yard sale. It really does look nice and we are having power ran to it this week for the lights.

And....as an added bonus and one more light...Kent put up a post at the sidewalk to tie in with the gate.

It looks so good, and I'm so glad I've got a husband that isn't afraid of hard work to make his visions become real.

Kaitlyn Turned 3 !!!

2011-07-14T07:57:00.000-07:00

I still can't believe little Kaitlyn is 3 years old! That went by fast! Kasi gave her a birthday party on Saturday and Justin Bieber arrived with a bicycle! So exciting for her...and of course, we missed it, :-( ...we were in Pine Valley and Kent failed to mention there was a party. For some reason..he thinks when he drives north for 34 miles, he can't drive south until the weekend is over. Needless to say...he heard it from me. (You just don't miss the grandkids birthdays - there's a law somewhere about that, Im sure) So... to make it up to the Birthday Girl, I made her a doll cake....

It was a first for me...but it turned out great and Kaitlyn loved it!

She was amazed that there was cake under her dress. She kept trying to lift up the dress to see. She was so cute. Kasi cut her a slice...course the fondant wasn't the best, but the strawberry cake was a hit.

I had fun decorating it with little edible pearls and tried to spell her name on the banner....

I need to work on that.... :-p

I used a doll pick rather than an actual Barbie doll..when I poured the batter into the bowl I used, I could tell a Barbie doll would be too tall...and the doll pick looked great. Michaels is a good resource for us "wanna be" bakers.

We gave Kaitlyn a "Birthday Barbie" and she loved it! Took her hair out of the pony tail, took the crown off her head and carried her around. Guess she thinks her dolls don't their hair done in pony's or piggys, just like her. As soon as Kasi gets her hair done...it's a race to see how fast she can take it out.

Happy Birthday Kaitlyn !!! Grandma Lisa and Grandpa Kent love you!

4th of July and all our guests

2011-07-07T12:20:00.000-07:00

Ryan enjoying her ride

Tent set up for Mason and Ian

Peeked in to take a picture...no kids!

Found them in the house- zonked!

Mason showing off his "guns"

Smith's playing cards

BBQ Daddys!!!

Julie making her delicious chicken

It was nice to escape the heat and enjoy the mountain air while rocking on my front porch. The Valley was full of people sharing the same thoughts as I - with the exception of those that chose to pierce the silence with their super charged rhinos and four wheelers! Matt and Brielle came up Friday evening to spend the night..they brought their darling girl, Ellsie, for me to hold and rock. Norton's stopped by in between stitches on their quilts. Chapman rode up on is harley to share Saturday morning on the porch...then to our surprise...came up Sunday morning and brought Lori. Our porch in the morning just can't be beat. Kasi, Kenny and the kids came up Sunday to spend the night. Kenny pitched a tent for the kids to sleep in - they were so excited. Kent and I sat quietly on the porch in the morning as not to wake them...I snuck in to take a picture and the tent was empty! I guess they stayed outside until the scary stories started, then dashed into the house :-). Just as the Miller's were leaving, Matt, Brielle, Ellsie and Brielles family - the Smiths - came up for some cool air and a BBQ. Craig Booth made a few visits, as well as Chandy, Mateo, Ryan (in the red car) and Trent. The Jon Hanson family came by for a diet coke and mtn. dew and we can always count on Judd in the mornings. Our door is always open and anyone is invited to stop in. Even you! Come see us!

Can she be any cuter?

2011-05-23T11:43:00.001-07:00

Still soooo cute!

2011-04-19T11:07:00.000-07:00

We are still having fun with Ellsie...so fun to hold, just darling. What can I say? Kent and I had our first baby sitting gig yesterday and get this, I left to go work out and put Kent in charge. He was feeding her when I left and had her tucked in asleep when I got back. I wish he would have kicked in like this when our kids were babies! Who knew! He's awesome with his grandkids! Kaitlyn just melts his heart---she looks just like Kasi did at that age. Ian is a cowboy like his Grandpa was as a kid- and Mason is finding he can ride his bike over to our house by himself for a visit. What a surprise when I opened the door to see Mason standing there! He shines when he gets to have us all to himself.

Like I've been told for years....Grandkids are the best!!!

Isn't She Lovely !

2011-04-11T09:50:00.001-07:00

Ellsie Arrived 4/4/11

2011-04-05T10:23:00.000-07:00

I want to tell you all about it!!!! I want to show all the pics!!!! But I'm kept at bay under the requests of the new parents. Yes, baby Ellsie was born April 4, 2011 at 1:18 pm. Matt and Brielle will update their blog, and until they do, my hands are tied then I will release all the grandma-ish-ness upon you! Just in case you're wondering....she's beautiful!
Stayed tuned...more to come.......

Brielle's Baby Shower

2011-03-11T08:25:00.000-08:00

Last weekend was so much fun!!! Julie and I gave a baby shower for Brielle and soon-to-be Ellsie. I have been buying candy for 2 months - gathering recipes for cupcakes - and pulling from every blog and resource I could find. With the help from Amy Dalley, the ideas just kept coming in. We glammed up everything from lollies to straws! So fun!! Kasi helped us throw it on the table to look presentable, Alisha designed the invitation and logo (you didn't know a baby shower would have a logo, right)? Brielle's sister in law took all the great pictures...and Julie cut veggies for days! I was so worried we would end up with a Super Bowl looking party, but with Amy's help, it was just what we wanted. Just so ya know, little Ellsie will be the best dressed baby ever!!! Friends and family were so generous and kind. I want to thank everyone for their help and love, you are appreciated greatly.

Hash House a Go Go With The Girls

2011-02-15T11:31:00.000-08:00

So, took a little trip with the girls.....fun fun fun! Up talking and laughing all night and worrying about where we would eat the next day. I've heard of Hash House a Go Go in the past, but never have made it there. We decided we HAD to go and drove out on West Sahara in Las Vegas to experience the food. The good thing about being with the girls...when we were told it would be and hour an a half wait...we just said, put our name down, we'll be back! And of course, we went shopping :) And to top it off....Stein mart was having a sale! We were loving it. We came back and still had to wait a little, but it was worth it. I ordered the gravy pot pie, and as you can see by the picture---it was huge!!!!! Mashed potatoes everywhere! I was in heaven! All the plates are extra large (as were some of their patrons) and they are known for their Sage Fried Chicken. The fried chicken and waffles were a huge tower of food, but it looked like folks were having no problem eating them up. Debbie and Deanna split a salad...and couldn't finish it due to the size. But they loved it, as well as the bread pudding. I was so full the rest of the day...and will definitely return, not only to Hash House a Go Go, but to Vegas with the girls. And...you can call us old, be we went to Donny and Marie's show...and yes....we loved it :)

Look What I Made!!!!.....

2011-01-31T12:49:00.000-08:00

Yup, got the "little sewing machine that could" out and sewed a couple of straight lines! With the help of Chelsi and Lazy Daisy Cottage I ended up with this darling banner for Ellsie. Deb Norton gave me a Christmas banner and I fell in love with it...I just had to make one! Fun and easy, Lazy Daisy did all the work. I think I'll use it to decorate for the baby shower. Now, I just need to brush up on my cupcakes :-) yummmm.

Getting ready....

2011-01-28T09:43:00.000-08:00

Julie and I are getting ready to host a baby shower for Brielle! We are so excited and can't wait for the big day! Matt and Brielle have chosen the name of "Ellsie Provstgaard", so we've decided to "brand" the shower with an "E". Our personal graphic designer, Alisha, is doing a great job taking care of the invites and branding (since that is her forte)! She's been throwing out ideas left and right for us!! I can't for it all to come together. I've been stalking some of your blogs getting ideas for decorations and food. Being the craft miester that I am.(not)...I purchased a glue gun! Yup...I did it, bought one the other day...and I've been to Michaels quite often searching for "crafty things" to put together.

Weird, I know! And...I've even been to Lazy Daisy Cottage to purchase fabric....Even More Weird!! Last time I thought I could sew was when Kasi was having Mason! I started throwing out quilts left and right...although they were only tied..it was a big deal for me. With the help of Chelsi and Deb...I've been given encouragement and ideas that are now getting me hooked! Stay tuned and I'll get some pics of my attempts with thread :)

Little Family Get Together

2010-12-21T09:20:00.000-08:00

We had a little "good luck" party for Matt the other night. He's been working hard to prepare for the Clark County Fire interview and physical agility test. He's had "mock" interviews to fine tune his skills and has been working out to be able to breeze through the physical test. So we gave him a little party to wish him good .

Brielle had this darling fireman cake made for him....so cute!

Mason and Ian decorated (ate) gingerbread houses and when they were done....Kaitlyn came in and started pulling the candy off of them when they weren't looking! Seriously....those kids!! They just torment each other! Fun to watch though :)

Later that week, Matt did his testing and he felt really good about it. He was told he will be placed on a 2 year list ---all that preparation he has been doing and that's all he knows for now. He is hoping to make it to one of the cadet programs within that 2 year period.
Matt will be an excellent addition to the Clark County Fire Program....we are wishing him the best of luck and hope an opportunity arrives soon.

The Best Halloween Ever.....

2010-11-01T07:36:00.000-07:00

Matt and Brielle came Trick or Treating and had the cutest costumes! He told me a couple of weeks ago that he was working on them. So he was "The Bun Maker", so cute, and she was the oven. I told them how original their costume is..and just laughed. Brielle said to open the oven door and see what's inside......so.....

Matt opened the oven door to show what he made...can you believe it? They've Got One In The Oven!!! She is due April 17th and things are going well. I'm so excited, I can't stand it!!! She totally surprised us - caught us off guard - 4 months along and isn't showing, but the ultra sound pictures show a cute little girl in there. Her Doctor said everything is good...better than ever! So congratulations to Matt and Brielle!!!!!

Happy Halloween !!

2010-11-01T07:22:00.000-07:00

Halloween is always a fun time of year for me, I love the fall and the heat finally fading away. We "celebrate" Halloween at Rosenberg Associates every year with a chili cookoff (that Allen Hall wins every year" and best costume contest (that I have never won). This year Shelley won best costume with her portrayal of a biker bitch, a washed up one that is. She did a good job and played the part well. She had us laughing most of the afternoon. And, of course, Allen Hall won the chili contest. Sheesh!!! My chili was good, but his just can't be beat.

2010-10-04T10:41:00.000-07:00

Kelly, Kent and Kasi waiting for Brielle to cross the finish line

Run - Brielle - Run!!!!

2010-10-04T10:39:00.000-07:00

Brielle did it!

2010-10-04T10:30:00.000-07:00

Yup, Brielle ran the marathon and finished in 5:30 hours! We are so proud of her! She decided to start running last April/May and figured she may as well run the Marathon. Of course she came through the finish line all smiles and looking great - earrings and all! Kasi and I thought for sure she wouldn't walk through the cool misting showers after she crossed the finish line...but she did! She said it was so hot...the sun was her worst enemy. The first thing she went for after finishing - was a coke! She said it was the best coke she'd ever had. She has had trouble with her left knee, but it let her finish. She was sore the next day, but with some shoulder massages from Matt, she seemed to tolerate the aches and pains. One thing about Brielle, she's not a complainer. We love her and are so happy she accomoplished her goal of running the St. George Marathon!!!!

Just for Laughs!

2010-09-27T18:23:00.000-07:00

Our friend "Nort" is recovering from knee surgery - this picture makes me laugh and hopefully he will too! Call and wish him well. And.....our friend Lori is recovering from a fall resulting in a broken pelvis! OOOwwwww! I will post no picture of her, she can't laugh. We're all falling apart at the seams---this getting old is for the birds!

Remembering Murphy

2010-07-19T07:48:00.000-07:00

Yesterday was a sad day for us. After 14 years of friendship, our dog, Murphy was hit by a car and quickly left this world. I was walking him, as usual, across the street where we have walked him for 12 years, and I guess his little doggie dementia took over. I let him run freely for about 10 minutes when he spotted another dog across the street. I leaned over to fasten his leash and he ran from me, right into the road. The driver of the small pickup didn't even see him. It happened fast, I think Murphy is still trying to figure out what happened. He didn't suffer - he wasn't mangled, he was hit in the head and it was over. The woman walking the dog across the street, the driver of the truck and myself were all in shock. We were all sad and shaking from the trauma and sorrow we all shared. Murphy was a good dog, was our kids' brother and friend. He chose me as his favorite and wouldn't let me out of his site. He will be missed by the neighbors, family and our friends. We loved you Murphy, and will never forget you!

Crossfit pays off for Matt

2010-06-28T10:29:00.000-07:00

Well, the "free range cows" are out and on our lawn in Pine Valley. Time to fence them out now that Kent is healed up. We had lumber leftover from the construction of the cabin, so why not use it for fence posts! It's okay that they weigh 150 lbs....we have Matt to carry them :-) Kent dug the holes and Matt carried the posts...and me....I sat on the porch and watched. Didn't want to get in the way....but I made sure they were nourished to carry on with their project. Now we just need to figure out how to place the rails. I'm sure Kent has a plan.

Remembering Those We Love

2010-06-02T08:38:00.000-07:00

Kent is on the mend - still hobbling around - but on the mend. We drove to SLC to visit Alisha and stop in Payson to place flowers on his parents grave. We just hoped the wind wouldn't take the flowers to Spanish Fork by the end of the day! Payson's Cemetery is one of the most beautiful I've seen. The residents take such care of the loved one's headstones and markers and the flowers are just beautiful. I stopped by our cemetery to visit my grandparents and leave some flowers from my yard. Grandma loved fresh flowers that she grew in her yard and I felt she would like some from mine. We miss those that are now gone, but cherish the memories we have. :-)

Kent's Unfortunate Incident

2010-06-02T08:01:00.000-07:00

A couple of weeks ago, Kent set out to Tombstone on his motorcyle with a few friends. While navigating 420 switchbacks, he hit some sand and laid the bike down - on top of him! He broke 4 ribs, a toe and was fortunate to have all his gear and helmet on. We was in the southeast corner of Arizona (furthest point on the trip) and needed a ride home. Matt and I picked up a trailer and headed south - for a long long ride. (Morenci Arizona is 12 hours from here, by the way). When we found Kent, he was standing outside the motel "gimped" up and tired. He was soooo glad to see us and soooo ready to go home. He "instructed" Matt how to load and tie-down the bike-in between short breaths- and Matt stayed calm by counting to 10 a couple of times. After the bike was loaded, we propped Kent in the truck with a few pillows for his 12 hour journey home. We left Morneci at 3:30 pm and made it home at 3:30 am. Good thing we didn't live in Cedar..we wouldn't have made it 1 more mile. Matt was a trooper to give up his planned weekend with Brielle to help me fetch his father, he wouldn't let me help with the driving - he stepped up as the "man of the family" when I needed him, I don't know what I would have done without him. When our next door neighbors heard about Kent's accident, "T" and "Des" came over to administer first aid to help him heal. "T" placed band aids on both knees and Des gave him a couple of Diet Cokes. Such cute kids - we have good neighbors! Several have been by to check on Kent and John Sorensen has mowed the lawn twice for us. I am grateful his injuries were minor, considering he was on a motorcycle, and I'm also grateful for the love of our family, friends, and neighbors. Thanks so much for your support!!!

No Church Clothes

2010-05-03T13:15:00.000-07:00

Saturday was a fun day! I volunteered to help with the Ironman Event - I was stationed at The Ledges for the bycicle leg of the race. What good athletes! I'll help again next year.

Then, I headed to town to attend Paige's Baptism, Matt had the honors of baptizing! Kenny, Mason and Ian were also helping with the Ironman, but Mason and Ian wanted to go to the baptism. Kenny sent them home to get ready, and I would pick them up. When I got there, Ian answered the door with tears.."Mason's being mean". (of course he is, he's the big brother) They hadn't changed their clothes...Ian couldn't find any church clothes...wouldn't change into clean levis...insisted on wearing his beatup cowboy boots, but did change his shirt. Mason changed into some clean levis and shirt...and tried to "spiff" up his hair...and we were ready to go. I told them their Mother would die if she saw them! We picked up Brielle and headed to Washington Fields. We sat down on the bench and before we sing the opening song....Ian slugs Mason! I'm laughing just typing this :) Boys! Gotta Love it! I sat between them and things were fine. They were very good through the whole 1 hour opening excercises---12 baptisms !! After the baptism, we were visiting and the boys ran outside, found "swords" (tumbleweeds) and started a sword fight with the other boys. I think they had a good time...*I did*..they entertain me and keep me in stitches.

Beautiful Backyard

2010-04-21T08:38:00.000-07:00

After recovering from his kidney stone, Kent took on yet another project in our back yard! He can't help himself - always working on something. He just doesn't feel right if he doesn't have a shovel in his hand. He decided we needed a path to the jacuzzi and as you can see it turned out great! I'm so glad he enjoys yardwork - if it were up to me...we would have rocks and dirt. I love my man and glad he's feeling better and back to his old self. Now his next project; a garden spot, fencing and expanding the deck in Pine Valley! Busy busy!

Death Valley Harley Trip

2010-03-30T12:17:00.000-07:00

Last week, a group of 20 or so bikes took off for a few days in Death Valley. Paul Allen organized the "event" and we left town all together. We were loud and many! Matt and Brielle, Shelley and Ted and Mike and Shanna travelled with us. This was Brielle's first ride and of course it had to be windy and cold. She was a trooper though...wearing what leathers we could find for her to keep her warm. Death Valley is really pretty and usually very warm in March...but it only got up to 75 in Furnace Creek! It is usually 95 !!! Oh well, we visited Scotty's Castle, Stovepipe Wells and took in the view at Dante's View. Good ride and a good time.

Cowboy Kent

2010-02-23T09:23:00.000-08:00

Last weekend was a great time...more and more snow!!! Kent was clearing the path and driveway for our "First Annual Provstgaard Reuinion" Susan and the Nelson gang drove down from Cedar to bond with our family. They haven't seen each other for 3 years - sad. We had a good time...good food...good conversations. Kasi and Kenny were there with Mason, Ian and Kaitlyn....Matt and Brielle drove up and Alisha flew down. Susan and Linford drove down with Jami and Wade- two of their kids...Madelyn and "Crae-dog". Josh and Jenny brought their little girl, Peyton, and Jed hopped in the car with them. Murphy couldn't handle all the commotion and hid in the bedroom - he's too old for that much company. Kenny took a few pics...but I haven't seen them yet..I'll post them when they arrive. Sunday morning was absolutley beautiful! It snowed another 12" during the night. When we opened the door all we could hear was the snow falling....so pretty. All Kent could think about was shoveling snow, which he did and now his back hurts. But, you know, he really enjoys it. Come see us!

Pine Valley Snow

2010-01-26T07:59:00.000-08:00

The heavens opened up and dropped 3 feet of snow on Pine Valley last week! Kent has enjoyed shoveling the sidewalk and driveway - no really - he has! Our good neighbors from St. George came up with their kids to play in the snow along with Kasi and Kenny and the grandkids. Kent pulled the kids around through the streets with the rhino - the kids had a blast. We had stew and snacks and lots of fun! Can't wait to do it again.

My son the Fireman!

2009-04-01T19:34:00.000-07:00

Matt just finished his recruit class for Washington City. He's now an official Washington City Volunteer Fire Fighter. . Kent had the honor of pinning Matt's new badge on him! Needless to say, we are very proud of him and the work he has done so far
We love ya, Matt!

2009-04-01T19:33:00.000-07:00

Matt and Brielle

2009-04-01T19:29:00.000-07:00

The Recruit Class being sworn in

4-Wheeling with the Stubbs

2009-03-14T09:23:00.000-07:00

Kent and I took the Rhino out for our "maiden voyage" to Whitney Pockets below Mesquite. You would never know, but it's such a beautiful place. Slot canyons, petroglyphs and wonderful trails. I tried to capture some of the petroplyphs, but I'm not the best photoprapher. We packed a lunch and sat in the sun basking when we hear this noise...like a helicopter. We kept looking around to see where it was, but we were in a canyon with a limited view of the sky. Then all of a sudden there it was! An army helicopter about 50 ft. up! LOUD! and the "gunner" had a huge smile. I'm sure they find many unsuspecting people to buzz. It was a fun day and the weather and views were awesome. I suggest this trip to anyone!

Every weekend is a snowy weekend!

2009-02-23T12:16:00.000-08:00

Since my last update, we have had snow every weekend! Needless to say, Kent's arms are tired from shoveling snow and we have an 8 foot mound in our front yard! Kasi and Kenny came up with the kids, Alisha came down from Salt Lake and Matt and Brielle came--all to celebrate Kasi, Kent and Matt's birthdays. We had a great time. Kenny and Alisha made a sledding hill from the 8 foot mound of snow. If they held their feet up just right, they would go all the way to the road. Ian had a blast! He couldn't get enough of it...no coat, no gloves and no socks! He is a die hard. After Mason finished his homework...he came out and the snowball fight started! Kasi got smart and used the snow shovel as a weapon...no one was safe from the flying white powder. We all took a turn riding down the "championship" sled, with Kasi giving us the most laughs. My camera was home...of course, but Kenny got a lot on film and I'm hoping he posts some pics. We all ate until we couldn't move! Food was everywhere...3 birthday cakes...chips, dips, dinners, big breakfasts..you name..we had it!
Can't wait to do it all over again!

"Let is Snow, Let is Snow"

2009-02-09T20:30:00.000-08:00

Kent and I drove to PineValley saturday afternoon and spent the night in the mountains. We woke to a beautiful valley filled with snow! So pretty! Kent just kept saying how it reminds him of Payson and when he was young. He just couldn't get enough, so he went out and shoveled it for a while!
We LOVE our place and look forward the all the mud in the driveway to dry out so you can come visit! Nevermind that, put the golashes on and come on up!

Same 'ol - same 'ol

2009-01-27T13:24:00.000-08:00

The cabin has been done now for 3 weeks. (Course it's a work in progress and will be for years). We have no new pictures because they all look the same. Kent setting on the couch, Matt running the remote..you know..same 'ol stuff. We did end up with a small leak after the snow started to melt, so it's being fixed. Kent and I are busy finding area rugs, art, and anything in our closets we've been storing for years waiting for a cabin. So, you can only imagine the wonderful things we have saved !!!! Ducks Unlimited art, ( um...ya...I'm excited Kent found those), tools amuck amuck amuck - he's so happy to have a garage! Every bed in the place was purchased on Craigslist....I LOVE a bargain. I bought my wonderful dining set there too...now that was a find! Overstock.com supplied my barstools and comforters and every extra blanket and throw we have is now at the cabin. We are always there from Friday afternoon to Sunday evening, so stop by and see us....we love the company! And Murphy, he's still not sure why we keep taking him up there..he sits at the door and waits for us to take him home. :)

We're In and Relaxed

2009-01-14T20:49:00.000-08:00

Well, we're moved in! Kent and Matt brought the beds up Thursday, the couch up Friday and our kitchen table on Saturday. Ryan and Donelle Forbes came up to help us with that big table and let the kids play in the snow. We had a lot of people stopping by to visit...it was great!
We had to buy Murphy a new bed, he was so disoriented thinking he was being punished. He kept sitting by the front door waiting for us to take him home. Matt and Brielle came up to "veg" on Sunday..we all watched the football game and tried to figure out our remote control. We feel like the Jetson's with it in our hands! So now, we just need to get up there and use the place as often as we can! And we're working hard at that.
Come see us!

2009-01-07T19:39:00.000-08:00

View of the kitchen Master Bath (1 of the vanities) Guest Bath

2009-01-07T19:36:00.000-08:00

Jeff and Shelley hung the TV's today, then we talked about the beauty of it all!

Almost Done!

2009-01-06T07:49:00.000-08:00

No pics today, but here's the "poop". The cleaners are going in today to clean and get it ready for the move! I'm so excited I can hardly stand it. The appliances are in, Jeff said they are beautiful! Kent and I will move some furniture in Thursday and Friday and spend the night! Yay!!! I've been buying towels, sheets, silverware--just like I was a newlywed. This is so exciting for us...we just giggle when we talk about it. (as long as I don't mention money). I'll get some pics taken and downloaded so you can see why I'm so excited.

Snow Day in Pine Valley

2008-12-26T20:41:00.000-08:00

After all the gifts were unwrapped and the visiting with families was done, Kent Alisha and I took a ride to Pine Valley on the snow packed roads. The snow was falling sideways due the the gale force winds. I took a picture of the Church as we entered the valley, but you can't even see it. The progress on the cabin is great and the floors have been started...we've been anxiously awaiting the arrival of our "look alike" wood floor. And, you know?! It looks like wood, it's great!

Merry Christmas

2008-12-26T20:24:00.001-08:00

Our Christmas Eve was a fun one. We ate dinner and exchanged our gifts. Ian shared his nerf dart gun with Mason, protective glasses and all! And of course, Ian dressed as Batman for dinner :)
Matt and Brielle ready to share their secret! They announced they will have a new little addition this summer!!! Yay! Third time is the charm!! Due date is July4th!
Alisha and Kent enjoyed their time playing with Kaitlyn. And with a 5 lb. weight gain, you won't see me in any pictures!
Hope you all had a Merry Christmas.

2008-12-23T11:09:00.000-08:00

2008-12-22T21:14:00.000-08:00

Sunday was a cold day in PineValley, but beautiful. There were kids sledding in the snow and 4 wheelers pulling inter tubes through the streets. The cabin looks so good! Matt and Brielle were up Sunday on their way to Beaver. (round about way to get there) Matt caulked the closets and did the prep work so he could paint the shelves next Saturday. The cabinets are beautiful, but the hardware wasn't what I picked. So that needs to be rectified. They are prepping the floor today for the carpet and vinyl!! Yay! It will only be days and we'll be in! I'll post some pictures whenever blogspot decides to upload :~}

2008-12-07T21:08:00.000-08:00

Another trip up - nothing but smiles! :)

More photos

2008-12-06T08:47:00.000-08:00

We're getting closer --

2008-12-06T08:45:00.001-08:00

2008-12-02T19:49:00.000-08:00

Matt was our photographer so he's not showing in any pictures as well as Ian...who knows where he ran off to! But rest assured, we can always count on Kenny to entertain us! We had a great day and I'm thankful for our little family. :)

Happy Thanksgiving !

2008-12-02T19:43:00.001-08:00

Brielle just can't get enough of cute little Kaitlyn! We all met at our house for dinner, then made a quick trip to Pine Valley to see the cabin. No pictures though....it was raining and dark!

Notice our best side ! :)

2008-11-22T08:12:00.000-08:00

This is the color we have chosen for the outdoor paint...and also this is Kent's wonderful BBQ-isn't it great?

Matt came up and painted last weekend - does't it look great? He's coming up tomorrow to stain the doors and moldings! This is the garage....

This is our great room....

This is the banister on our front porch....

This is our front door.....

This is our place!

We found fall !! And it's in Zion !!

2008-11-09T18:48:00.000-08:00

2008-11-09T18:46:00.000-08:00

Moving right along!

2008-11-09T18:41:00.000-08:00

Another visit to "the valley" and things are moving right along. We have sheet rock with mud, exterior rock has started, heater was on to dry the mud - so we know that works. We are both so excited we can hardly stand it. Chapman's are doing such a good job and my brother Jeff is overseeing the project. I don't think he minds being in Pine Valley everyday...it's nice and quiet up there...little cold right now..but like I said, the heater works!

Boo !!

2008-11-06T11:59:00.000-08:00

This is why I visit the Mac counter on a regular basis!

Mason and Ian say "Trick or Treat"

2008-10-31T18:44:00.000-07:00

There's something about hats with my grandkids, Ian wouldn't wear his Jack Sparrow hat and wig, but loved the rest of the outfit. Mason is a Chinese warrior and has an awesome costume! (He has a contact in China getting him great costumes)
They're both so handsome, but will be sleeping in Mom and Dad's bed after some of the scary shows they've seen on TV !!!

Kaitlyn says " Trick or Treat"

2008-10-31T18:41:00.001-07:00

She wouldn't wear the darling hat, but she's still cute!

Murphy says " Trick or Treat" !

2008-10-31T18:38:00.000-07:00

He's a Harley Dog - Not a happy dog :)

Finally - a new update on the cabin !

2008-10-31T18:09:00.000-07:00

Ok, so it's been a few weeks since I have given an update on our cabin. It's looking great now that we hired new framers to finish what the original framers started. You would think with work as slow as it is, we wouldn't have any trouble with sub's not showing up! Good thing it was only the framers. Everyone else is working fast a furious. The roofer will be done tonight, the insulation was done today, stain and varnish on the interior was done yesterday, the concrete steps, sidewalk and driveway were poured today (and of course weather decides to set in..we're hoping we can get it covered and save it). Kent and I are so excited...looks like the framers messed up Thanksgiving for us, but we'll be in ther for Christmas!! I know right where I'm putting the tree!
Kent has been going up about every other day to play in the yard. He's dug holes, filled them back up, cleaned up barbed wire, picked up trash! He just loves it! How would it be to be retired?

Primary Presidency of the Past

2008-10-05T13:24:00.000-07:00

Well, after 3 1/2 years ( on my second go 'round) of serving as Primary President, I was released along with my counselors - Melissa Sorensen - Donell Forbes - Amy Alldredge. We were quite a team! don't know how Primary will run without us. These girls have been great! Melissa kept the boy scouts going, Amy had every visual aid you could think of (as well as writing the primary program), and Donell kept us organized! We will continue our Presidency meetings at the Pasta Factory as usual. :) I'm sure they are tired of my saying "back in days of yore...." where I had so much resource at home from 1979 and on! I could pull out things they were most likely taught with when they were Sunbeams. Man, I'm old. Last time I was released as Primary President, I was called to be Young Womens President!!! Fortunatley, we have that calling in our ward all sewn up! So, now that I won't be in Primary...are there other meetings within the block I should attend? I hear there is Sunday School and Relief Society....I'll have to try it out!

Baby Kaitlyn

2008-09-18T20:22:00.002-07:00

We were so happy to have Kaitlyn tonight at our home. We watched her while Kasi and Kenny did and install for a client. The 2 boys are at the rodeo whooping it up !! Kaitlyn is starting to "coo" and grin. Soooooo cute. She looks just like her brothers. We had fun with her tonight. Matt came over and made her giggle and grin for quite a while.

Fun Fun Evening!

Moving right along.....

2008-09-18T20:22:00.001-07:00

Kent drove up and took a few pics today. Looks like we're moving right along. Trusses set and sheeting just about done! I'm so excited!

Dang - no pictures!

2008-09-17T18:41:00.000-07:00

Ok, my job is making me work...I can't get up to the Valley to take pictures. But the latest is: trusses are up and sheeting is just about done. I have a bathtub...so I guess we're moving right along. I'll do an electrical walk thru in a couple of days. I'm getting bids on flooring and tile...that's a pain. I feel obligated to the store I walk out of...go to another on a referrel..then feel obligated to that store. I'm a push over...guess the best price wins!
Kent and I work harded now than we ever have...what is up with that? Sheesh! If he's not at the office, he's home pulling out dead trees and bushes. And breaking gaslines whenever the need arises. Yes, the firetrucks showed up...Questar...it was an event. I missed...yes...I was at work. And...I can't make any headway while I'm there...what is the deal? Ok, enough of that.
Mom came home for the winter...we had a birthday party for her at Shelley's. It was fun to see everyone and Mom got to see Kaitlyn for the first time.
Hopefully I'll have a picture or two to share next time!

2008-09-12T20:25:00.000-07:00

On Top Of Old Smokey !!

2008-09-12T20:14:00.000-07:00

Visited the valley today....there's a fire in them there hills! It's been burning for a couple of weeks, seems to be getting a little bigger. The Forest Service has an eye on it, so they say. My cabin looks a little vulnerable with all the wood up...so the fire better stay high.
It was fun to walk through the place and see the rooms framed in. Things are looking good!

Looks more like it does right now than it ever did!

2008-09-11T19:11:00.000-07:00

Well, here's an update on the cabin! The trusses are up! We are sheeting tomorrow! I'm so excited I tear up just talking about it.

You can see my brother, Jeff, telling the framers what to do and how to do it...he's the project manager for our builder, Jeff Chapman. They are doing such a good job. So good to work with and calls us if he has any questions or suggestions.

Kent drove up on his Harley to snap these photos....yes, I was at work...he's got the life, I tell ya! Sheesh !!! He drove all around the valley looking for friends to visit with, but found they all work during the day, so he struck out. He's always a little easier to live with when he can get out and let the wind blow thru what hair he has left.

I'll get more pics this weekend, I know you're all dying to see them!

Alisha's new Condo

2008-09-02T19:32:00.000-07:00

Alisha has bought herself a condo in Salt Lake! She is so excited!!! She's done it all by herself and worked hard to get it. It's and old apartment building remodeled and condominiumized...it has the original hardwood floors...so cute! Kent and I drove up to help her move in and get situated..we had so much fun....we're so proud of her. She's downtown..on 8th East and 3rd South. Good area...if you don't look at the drug house out back. :) She ran right out and bought a new couch that fit just right...sooooo cute! She's working at Coldwell Banker as a graphic designer and does freelance work from home. Busy girl!

We're finally diggin' !

2008-09-02T19:22:00.000-07:00

After years of dreaming, we finally have started our cabin in Pine Valley. We are so excited, we're going to share the excitement with you! We'll be taking pictures and updating every week. Kent and I have been talking for years of what we want up there, but when it's time to "money down" the plans changed a little. He has drawn a cabin that fits both my needs and some of his - hee hee- !! Our kids are excited too! We have 3 bedrooms...1 is mine and Kents, the kids can fight over the other 2. Since we have have 3 kids...the loser sleeps on the couch! I'll update with our next trip up!!