A Night with LaLa

Robyn wanted me to post some of the pics from Saturday night. I wanted to make my night babysitting Jenny's kids special because I don't get to see them as often.


The girls definitely got worn out with all of our physical activities: running, scaring Claire, dancing, playing in the gym, and most of all...SHUFFLEBALL! They loved it (even Alivia loved watching the pucks glide toward her).



















Bubble prizes from our "Fishing Trip"











...And they were out like lights at the end of the night!

These are a Few of My Favorite Things...

Just thought I'd share a few of my new internet addictions (yes, the good kind)


I've been intrigue with doilies lately. I know call me Ethel but this old fashioned accents are definitely not just for grandmas anymore! I see them in cute do it yourself projects fashioned into bowls, bracelets, jewelry-all sorts of goodness. But these plates definitely had me drooling.









I know, I know I'm not having a baby anytime soon but if one of your egos is pregos you should definitely be checking out this delicious crib set. Fawn&Forest had me craving the blue box with their Macoroni bedding set inspired by, you guessed it, that cheesy goodness. This company also makes these amazing rocking chairs and nursery furniture for you modern mothers. I dare you to check out their site and not openly lust over their merchandise. To die for!







Fate has brought Sesame Letterpress into my life! I've run into them through several different venues in all my internet foraging and I can't help but claim a divine connection. I love the style of all their products! Check them out on their website or etsy because I know you'll fall head over heels for them too. Whether it's elegant invitation, unique birthday cards, or quirky coasters this husband-wife team's designs will change your life! Aah (lovesick sigh).

New Family Pics

A few weeks ago, I signed up to get our family portraits taken by a local gal who was doing a fundraiser for The Christmas Box House here in Ogden. For a mere 35 smackers we got a quick sitting at a park and all the money went to the charity. I thought it would be an easy way to get some family shots that would look more natural than our last portraits. This is one of my faves. Let me know what you think.

Youngqust Visit

Marion and Daniel got to see 'Wicked' front and center. Tempting. . . isn't it?

Taft and I got to babysit George and Grant while they were at the play.

In true 'Youngquist' style.

Can't Wait to See It!

I just read in the paper today that The Drowsy Chaperone is making a tour stop in SLC this week. It will only be here for 5 days so I wasn't sure with such late notice if I'd be able to get my hands on any decent tickets. But I did! My introduction to this musical was watching the "Showoff" number on the Tony Awards a couple of years ago and I've been excited to see it in person ever since. Take a look: http://youtube.com/watch?v=VJ5G6FoX1sg

A little background on The Drowsy Chaperone...

"A totally original new musical within a comedy, The Drowsy Chaperone has more laughs per minute than any new show on Broadway, the most 2006 Tony awards of any musical on Broadway, and awards for Best Musical from both NY Drama Critics Circle and Drama Desk.

"It all begins when a die-hard musical theater fan plays his favorite cast album on his turntable, and the musical literally bursts to life in his living room, telling the rambunctious tale of a brazen Broadway starlet trying to find, and keep, her true love."

Wish you were going with me!

Do It Yourself

I'm sure you have all heard about my plate clock-I was so proud of this little project when it was finished. I first saw these on etsy selling for $30 and fell in love. I had a wedding reception to go to the next day and knew this would be the perfect gift. A quick stop at Thai Pan for the plate (only $3), Robert's for the clock pieces ($5-6), and Mom and Dad's for a quick use of their ceramic drill bit, and five minutes later VOILA!
This project really got my creative juices flowing and I've been hunting down do-it-yourself projects ever since...

These fabric covered tacks were my own variation of a DIY project that used the wedding button kits to cover regular tacks. I thought it was such a cute way to spice up your average cork board that I decided to use some upholstery bradleys I had laying around to get the same effect. Using some some fabric scraps cut into small circles and a hot glue gun I created these beauties. It definitely breathes a little life into my dreary cubicle!

This jewelry shadowbox has to be one of my favorite projects, mostly because the finished project is so sleek and stylish. I feel like I should be living in a NY loft with these hanging on my walls! I got this idea from DesignSpongeOnline and seriously went out the next day to get the supplies. It consists of a deep frame from Ikea, Martha Stewart design paper, various hooks from the craft store. From there it was simply a matter of taking out the glass, cutting the paper to fit, and spacing out the hooks. Suddenly your jewelry becomes art even while you're not wearing it! It makes me want to go out and get more jewelry to hang!

Spotted!

I'm sure you've all heard by now about Jon and the boys got some serious camera time with Tiger Wood's derriere on Saturday. It must have been fate that I spotted them randomly while watching the US Open with Jeff. Since then I've put in some serious time at work (I love my job) searching for any pics or videos highlighting this precious moment. This youtube video was just about all that I could find of the first part of the 13th hole in the 3rd round. Sorry, I know it's definitely not the highest quality video out there but it's the best I could find. If you guys find anything better, let me know!You don't have to watch the whole video, our stars are only in the first part.

Jon is in the sky blue golf shirt (surprise, surprise), and I might have mistaken him for every other golfer that happens to look like his exact clone but the two little boys in front of him caught my eye and it all clicked. That's Charlie up front in the green striped polo-watch how he pushes through the pressing crowd to get a good look at where that ball is headed. I love it! Hope this link works for you-Enjoy!!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4JI1_iUJRQ&feature=email

A friend from work showed me this youtube video that I'm pretty sure you all would get a kick out of. She got to know some of the guys from NY when she was on her mission, apparently they're all mormon. Anyway it's always entertaining to see a "king of pranks" fall. Too bad I won't be there to see your guys' reactions. I can't figure out how to post the link here so you'll have to go to their site and search for "The Apprentice Prank" it comes in three parts so watch all three even though the intro is a bit long. Feel free to call and thank me :)

Chicken Salad Sandwiches

This is to help with your fitness program, Lauren. Just an idea for a quick and easy dinner that you can throw together in no time! I especially like this for summer because it is cold and crunchy and you can make as much or as little as you need. I got this from the Lion House cookbook, but really I just threw in some grapes, pineapple, celery, chicken, and cashews. for the dressing you just mix a little lemon juice (by little i mean i used a teaspoon for four servings), and 1 cup of whip cream to half a cup of miracle whip or mayo.

German Chocolate Brownies

Oh my! I put words to how good these brownies are. I found them on mykitchencafe.blogspot.com (which I study everyday). And they were really easy!! I will cut to the chase and give you the juice. First, mix a box of German Chocolate Cake mix with 2/3 cup butter ( butter is at room temp). Then take half of that dough and press it on the bottom of a 9 by 13 pan and bake at 350 for about ten minutes.

When that comes out, throw a cup of semi sweet chocolate chips on top of that crust. Then take a tub of coconut pecan frosting and throw that on top by the spoonfuls. Take the rest of the cake mix dough and mix in a half a cup of milk, then throw that on top by the spoonfuls as the top layer. Bake it for another 25-30 minutes. After, I threw it in the fridge to cool it down because they are gooey no matter the temp and apparently taste best cool.

Anyways, these are some dang good brownies and I recommend you try them! Let me know if you have questions and let me know how it goes if do try it.

I thought I'd put this picture up to inspire you all to plan a sister's getaway or something fantabulous like that. I'm thinking we should take a kid-free trip to somewhere fun like New York where there would be tons for us to do. Think about it...

Welcome

Okay sisters! I made this blog so that we can swap recipes, craft projects, and just general information. I expect all of you to contribute! Even if you just want to put pictures of your family up. Keep us updated!