Mom Says!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANG!

2010-06-14T10:01:00.004-06:00

Today is Angela's birthday, I won't say her age, but...many years ago a beautiful,

(The nurses even commented on her beauty.) red haired baby girl was born in to our family.

We are so grateful she is ours!

Here's a little thing I wrote about her years ago for her high school year book.

Our Sunshine in the Morning

As a toddler your temperature hit 104,

Later, Mittens died and we moved...once more.

Life didn't seem fair; a few kids were mean,

Stomach aches and spiders still make you scream.

But no problem ever seems too big for you,

You have the answer and know just what to do...

You put a song in your heart and sunshine in your smile,

For singing and smiling are your unique style.

We love you Ang;

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Still cancer-free and I'm on the three-year plan...

2010-06-12T09:42:00.006-06:00

Had my yearly colonoscopy yesterday and a couple of weeks ago,

I went in to Huntsman Cancer Hospital for more tests...blood work and a CT scan.

(Try drinking a gallon --I'm exaggerating, but it seemed like a gallon--of barium--ugh!)

I'm still cancer-free and now

ON THE THREE YEAR PLAN for a colonoscopy!!!

We are celebrating at our house!

BOYCOTT PILLSBURY!!!

2010-05-25T12:03:00.007-06:00

You will see by the post beneath this one, that I've been a huge fan of My Dough Girl Cookies for almost a year and a half. I always have a few bags of frozen cookie balls in my freezer and for example, when I had out of town company for 6 days, they loved My Dough Girl cookies so much I went in twice and bought a dozen + each time. Notice the My Dough Girl logo...NOTHING like the Pillsbury dough boy...and Pillsbury is threatening to put My Dough Girl out of business...humm...."dough boy"...."My Dough Girl"...NOTHING ALIKE!!! So, for the sake of a wonderful woman who makes delicious cookies...I'm asking that you buy NOTHING from Pillsbury...they are the big bully trying to hurt My Dough Girl. I'd like this boycott to kick the dough boy right where it hurts!

2.03.2009

My Dough Girl

One of my co-workers brought cookies to work yesterday...they were purchased from My Dough Girl which is located in Salt Lake at 770 S. 300 W. They are INCREDIBLE COOKIES....you can find her website here. She names her cookies after women; my favorite is Vivianna. Vivianna's description is: Feel the warmth of the equator. Orange dough, mangos & dark chocolate...YUM!!! My second favorite is Audrey: Almond dough packed full of adoration, almonds, cranberries and white chocolate. I'm not a white chocolate fan, but these are delicious! I can't wait to go in and try the red velvet and Ricki. Ricki's description is as follows: One might find themselves saying "Ooh Aah All Man's Joy!" Coconut dough with chocolate chips, coconut, and almonds. You can either purchase the frozen cookie dough balls, take them home and bake one or a dozen...or you can buy them already baked. Oh, my, if you're in SLC, stop in and try them, you won't be disappointed.

Still catching up....

2010-05-10T15:41:00.003-06:00

May 9, 2009

Happy Anniversary Andrew and Jessi! They are celebrating their 1st Anniversary in
Paris, France...where they spent their honeymoon! Love you two!

Catching up!

2010-05-10T11:35:00.005-06:00

Tim just downloaded pictures to this computer and I realized I hadn't blogged about our visitors from Aaron's mission...so meet our LA ladies....Lynette, Myra and Mama Harris...Tim and I are the bookends! We enjoyed having them stay with us and getting to know them.

Happy Mother's Day!

2010-05-09T09:25:00.002-06:00

From Jack and Sadie

Jack said...

2010-05-05T17:36:00.003-06:00

I got a text from Angela today:

"Jack just climbed into a diaper box, closed it up and said, "mail me to grandma's house!"

Can he get any cuter than that! I told her to send him!!!

Empty arms, aching heart...

2010-04-22T12:30:00.017-06:00

Today a young man I work with will have his life changed forever...I know, because that's what happened to me. Eternal perspective will have a deeper meaning; living the gospel is vital.

He and his wife are in the hospital awaiting the birth of their baby. However, unlike their previous births, they have two boys, they will leave the hospital with empty arms and an aching heart because this full term baby boy will be stillborn.

My heart aches for them because I know how we felt when our Alison was born. You still have to endure labor, but instead of joy, you feel heartache. These precious babies are STILL...pause... BORN to loving parents who wanted them to join their earthly family. I pray they find comfort as we have. I will tell him we honor Alison with angelfood cake on her birthday.

I pray we will live worthy to be with Alison after our earthly life is over...

because our family is an eternal family.

Jack and Sadie LOVE us!

2010-04-10T10:22:00.004-06:00

Jack, Ang, Sadie and Amy were on the front porch when we pulled up. Jack saw us and said "Hi, guys!" Then reality hit him....it's REALLY grandma and grandpa and he started jumping up and down and flappng his arms...he was so excited to see us! Sadie was all smiles...I think with her only being 8 months old SKYPE bridged those miles and she recognized us and our voices.

It's been a great visit. We put Jack's car seat in our rental car so he drives every place with us. It's so darn cute to hear him humming and singing in the back seat! We gave him a map and he tells his grandpa whether to turn left or right and once he even told us to get on the 10---the freeway!

It's going to be difficult to leave tomorrow night.

HEY JACK!

2010-04-07T14:57:00.004-06:00

HEY JACK!
Grandma and Grandpa are coming to visit you tomorrow but your Mom won't tell you because she doesn't want you to bug her about it!!!
WE LOVE YOU VERY MUCH!

Happy 2nd Anniversary

2010-03-29T22:54:00.006-06:00

Aaron & Tasha!

So glad you found each other; I love you,
Mom/Peggy

Before & after his hair cut...is this REALLY the same boy?

2010-03-24T08:49:00.004-06:00

From Jack and Sadie...

2010-03-20T23:07:00.003-06:00

According to Angela, Jack is saying "Happy Birthday Grandma" in this picture.
Thanks kids, Grandma loves you!

Flood of emotions...

2010-03-16T15:05:00.004-06:00

Last night I made my first trip back to the floor I was on as a patient in the Huntsman Cancer Hosptial. It has been almost eighteen months since I was a patient there and I experienced a flood of emotions I didn't expect; these emotions were so strong I was brought to tears.

When asked what I felt, it was difficult to put into words. I was asked if I was scared? No; that was not even an emotion I felt the morning I went in for surgery. I learned when Amy was on her mission to New York that if I was afraid, I did not have faith. Knowing the Lord knows best, I trusted in Him completely.

I felt overwhelming gratitude that I am cancer free, humility that the Lord watched over me, comforted me and wrapped me in his protective arms. I felt a little helplessness, knowing my life here on earth was in the hands of the Dr. and nurses. I was watched over by my Savior...so I knew that whatever happened, I'd be okay. I felt gratitude for my family and friends who supported me and prayed for me; EVERY prayer was heard and answered.

I am deeply grateful.

A thought...

2010-03-15T09:27:00.005-06:00

I don't believe in micromanaging...it dulls the soul, takes away the spirit of teamwork and kills morale.

Teach them correct principles and let them govern themselves. Joseph Smith, Jr.

Never tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do and they will surprise you with their ingenuity. General George S. Patton, Jr.

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TIM!

2010-02-11T12:02:00.011-07:00

Tim and I were married 38 years ago today. We met while attending CCH---Church College of Hawaii...what a romantic place to find a handsome man!!! Five fabulous children, a great son-in-law, two wonderful daughters-in-law and two perfect grandchildren later we are still together--my mother said it would never last and almost demanded that I not marry him. (There was someone else I had dated before Tim she wanted me to marry.) She wouldn't give us a reception and we kind of "eloped" to the SL Temple--she came but wasn't very happy about being there.

We have lived in SLC, Provo, Phoenix, North Olmstead, OH, Bay Village, OH, Lexington, KY, Westlake, OH, and back to SLC.

I cannot believed we have traveled to so many countries...too many to name...but I will mention my favorites: Peru, China, Thailand, Tahiti and Canada to visit my relatives.

I've supported him through: school...U of U, BYU, and Thunderbird. Jobs-- Hanna, Old Ben, Geneva...and some we'd like to forget, PLUS... starting his own business. Kidney stones and the times we packed up the family and moved. Tim served many times as a counselor--6 or 7... in the bishopric at church, and in Young Men, Cub Master, scouts, stake callings like executive secretary and YM, Elders and High Priests--to name a few.

He has supported me: through 6 pregnancies, 1 miscarriage, having Alison die, cancer, PTA pres., city-wide fundraiser for the Westlake schools, room mother probably more than a dozen times, working for a law firm, chocolate store, two Governors, UESP and higher ed, serving in every auxiliary in our church....Primary Pres...twice, cub master, YW Pres. Ward and Stake RS Pres., teaching Sunday School with Tim, and now YW Pres. again--to name a few.

I could have been a better wife and mother, he could have been a better husband and father... but we're still working on these together. We're pretty good grandparents to Jack and Sadie. Through all the trials in life, we've been so blessed.

Tim, Happy 38th Anniversary; I love you.

Peg

Ya know....

2010-01-10T22:37:00.005-07:00

I never thought anything would come close to hearing my own children say Mama or Mom. Having Jack call me "Grandma" warms my heart every time he says it. To have Tim help him brush his teeth, say his prayers and tuck him into his "Cars" tent tonight touched my heart.

Sadie is such a sweetheart. She's mellow, yet very observant and has the sweetest smile you've ever seen. I'm anxious to see what she's like when she's Jack's age, but I am enjoying this time with her too.

WOW, WE ARE GRANDPARENTS!!!

I KNOW, I KNOW...

2009-12-23T12:39:00.004-07:00

...it's been three months since I updated this blog.

A lot has happened...a wonderful trip to NY--which included eating breakfast at Bubby's (OH YUM! WHAT A WONDERFUL BREAKFAST IT WAS! The blueberry muffin was to die for... and we found out that the owner is from Utah.) We also ate at Junior's Cheesecake and the Italian street fair and visited most of the touristy sites, including ground zero. Then we boarded a cruise ship and cruised up the coast to Nova Scotia, Canada, St. John, Canada, Bar Harbor, Maine, New Port Beach and Boston. I saw many of my relatives in Canada...thanks to all of you for spending the day with us! In Maine, we ate lunch with my sister, Martha, who lives there...thanks to you Marth for driving to meet us in Bar Harbor.

We celebrated my one year anniversary of being cancer-free in Boston with Boston Creme Pie! YUM! Thanks Amy, Mary and Lis for your long trip to buy the best in Boston!

Would you please visit the following website and watch my son, Andrew's entry into a contest. He took 5th in the first phase and now there is the "most viewed" phase... view it and it counts towards him winning more $! THANKS!

http://tongal.com/app/submissionDetail.action?id=623;FK1431

Have a wonderful Christmas Season,

and to my non-Christian friends, Happy Holidays!

One Year Anniversary

2009-09-16T15:25:00.002-06:00

I won't be near a computer for awhile and would feel ungrateful if I didn't mention that September 25th marks my one year anniversary of being cancer-free! What a year it has been. A new daughter-in-law and a new granddaughter were added to my wonderful family. I'm humbled by the blessings and want to thank my family and friends for their support. I love you all.

Here is the post the day I talked to the Dr. about a week after surgery:

10.02.2008
Pathology Results....
NO CANCER in LYMPH NODES =NO CHEMO!!!
Can I tell you what GREAT news this is...I am so humbled and thankful.

REMINDER: IF YOU'RE 50

OR OLDER AND HAVEN'T HAD ONE...

GET A COLONOSCOPY NOW!!!

16 Years Ago

2009-09-05T19:51:00.005-06:00

Thank you to my dear family for the beautiful white roses. Every year but one (we were out of town) for the past 16 years I have received a gorgeous bouquet of roses---usually white, but sometimes a pale pink. These roses are a reminder of our daughter and sister, Alison Elisabeth, who was born and died on Sept. 6th. My heart is deeply touched each year as you remember and express your feelings that Sept. 6th is a tender day for me and all of us. Leaving the hospital with empty arms was difficult, but I am thankful for the knowledge that Alison is part of our eternal family and is watching over us all. I love you!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANDREW!

2009-08-24T13:08:00.008-06:00

Andy at his wedding in May.

Andy with Rueben and Jack who are "beggin'" for bacon bits.

Our oldest son, Andrew, is celebrating his birthday today. He's over 30---but I won't be the one to disclose his age! Andy was a very unselfish little boy and had the patience of Job. I remember Millie and Andi (the mothers of his two friends in Bay Village), saying how much he would take from the other kids and how kind he was. As a man, he's still kind and unselfish and as for his patience, I'll have to ask his wife, Jessi. We're proud of his accomplishments and so grateful to our Heavenly Father for blessing our lives by sending Andy to our home--it's been an adventure... you're incredibly loved.

Love you son!

My world

2009-08-24T13:03:00.003-06:00

My new world for the past week+ has been:

Word World
Curious George
Thomas the Train
Builder Bob
And Sesame Street...again...our kids had this one.

I also brought Jack: play dough, coloring books, water colors, cars, trucks, puzzles...and introduced him to Smarties!

To hear him say: "Jack loves Grandma", melts my heart! And to hold sweet little Sadie...who is right from Heavenly Father... is humbling.

What an education!!!

Jack, Grandma and Sadie

2009-08-19T23:24:00.003-06:00

Jack did smile and have fun in subsequent pictures...
but then Sadie and I looked even worse than in this one.

For Uncle Huff...

2009-08-19T23:12:00.007-06:00

Just so you know Aaron...out of the blue today, Jack said" I love Uncle Huff!"
So, we see Jack intently watching TV last night and low and behold he was watching...
(I think it was) Chicago play San Diego. It was interesting how mesmerized he was. Ang had no clue he liked baseball. After he watched a bit he got his bat and ball and started batting practice! CUTE!

Welcome Sadie Jane!

2009-08-13T14:40:00.005-06:00

Angela had Sadie Jane today at 4:51am AZ time. She weighed 7 lbs 11 oz and was 20 1/2 inches long. I am SO excited to get there and hold her! Congrats Ang, Tommy and big brother Jack! I Love You All! See you Saturday. Happy Birthday Aunt Amy!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMY!

2009-08-12T23:55:00.003-06:00

Today. August 13th, is Amy's birthday. She is our oldest child.
She was born in Utah, and has lived in Utah, Arizona, Ohio, Kentucky, Ohio again, Utah again, New York, Romania, Arizona again and now Utah again!
She loves to travel, has a cat named Madison, drives an Audi, and loves it when Friday the 13th rolls around. Amy is a terrific Aunt! She LOVES chocolate and cheesecake.
Amy, YOU ARE LOVED!

"Aren't you too old?"

2009-08-03T22:23:00.004-06:00

That's the question I was asked by one of my children when I told him I had been called to serve as the Young Women's President in our ward!!! Well, to be honest...I was floored when the Bishop extended the call! I've been in many different positions in YW since I was 19. In
the 80's when we lived in Kentucky, I was the YW president...but that was about 25
years ago! I'm humbled by the confidence the Lord has in me and I pray my
presidency...which consists of incredible women, will make a difference
in the lives of the wonderful YW in our ward.
AND
Tim was called to serve as 2nd Counselor in YM!

My "little" sister!

2009-07-29T20:06:00.002-06:00

My younger sister is taller than me so I shouldn't say "little"...anyway... her daughter posted this picture on facebook and I love it--so I stole it for my blog! Look at her beautiful eyes!
I love you Mary!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JACKSON!

2009-07-23T08:05:00.002-06:00

Hey Jack...grandma and grandpa love you tons!

Hope you have a great 2nd birthday!

Enjoy the presents!

Salon OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

2009-07-17T08:14:00.004-06:00

Just wanted to get your atention...it's only one O!

My daughter-in-law, Jessi, (Andrew's wife) is the new salon director at Salon O. Visit their website, then book an appointment (online booking coming soon). http://www.salonoslc.com/

801-746-1010815 East 400 SouthSalt Lake City

BLT sandwiches tomorrow for dinner...

2009-07-12T13:51:00.003-06:00

My first good-sized tomato is ripe and ready to eat...YUM!
There is nothing like a tomato right off the vine.

TALBOT'S Women's Clothing Store--WARNING!!!

2009-07-07T19:03:00.011-06:00

I purchased two pairs of shoes from Talbot's online. Two days later I received an e-mail stating they were having 25% off sale merchandise... interestingly enough the shoes I purchased were on sale AND they are included in the sale. SO, I called and asked for a price adjustment....I hadn't even received an e-mail saying my merchandise had shipped and figured they should do it. Well, the snotty people I talked to on the phone...I could just see them rolling their eyes at me by the tone of their voices... told me their policy is not to give price adjustments on sale merchandise...only on the first markdown from full price. WAKE UP TALBOTS... your e-mail said NOTHING about the offer of 25% off wasn't good on previous purchases. So, I told the man I spoke to that since my merchandise hadn't shipped, to cancel my order and I'd get back on the internet and repurchase...it would save me $25. I LOVE quality clothes but don't like to pay inflated prices. Well, he then informed me that my items had shipped today so he couldn't cancel my existing order. I'm NOT impressed with Talbot's customer service and have a very nasty taste in my mouth for them. So, if you purchase from Talbot's....BEWARE, they do not treat their customers well!!!

"Grandma, Grandma!"

2009-07-03T13:58:00.006-06:00

So...this handsome boy is my grandson, Jack. Here's what he's done to touch my heart twice in one week. First of all, Tim and I were ichatting with him and his mom, when he wanted to go join his dad in the living room he hugged and kissed the computer monitor and told us good bye---not only once, but a couple of times! Thank heavens for technology that can bring this sweet guy into our home even when he lives hundreds of miles away. On a recent trip to the mts. to get away from the Phoenix heat, he went around their hotel room calling, "Grandma, Grandma"! Then he went to the door between their room and the ajoining room and called for Grandma and Amy (his aunt, my daughter). This behavior puzzled his parents for awhile until they realized that Jack has only been in hotels and on cruise ships with us and he thought we'd be there with them...Jack, I wish we could have been there too! I love you buddy!

Handsome groom and beautiful bride!

2009-06-29T22:07:00.008-06:00

This is Jessi, Andy's bride, isn't she beautiful!

Andy and me dancing at his wedding.

Isn't he handsome?!?!?
(I don't like the picture of me though.)

Welcome to the family, Jessi, we love you!

So proud...

2009-06-20T08:12:00.005-06:00

Our youngest son, Aaron, has been "giving back" as he has been coaching West Side Babe Ruth Baseball this year. It has sure taken a lot of time, energy and patience (with the boys and their parents/grandparents). Aaron and Tasha live in Holladay and this league is on the west side of SLC so travel time was one of the sacrifices he made for these kids. Last night was the awards dinner and game between the coaches and 15 yr old players. Nine of Aaron's boys were named all stars and Aaron was "Coach of the Year"!!!

Congrats Huff...you're the "Man of the Year" in my book!
Love you!

Three more pictures from Peru

2009-06-07T20:08:00.009-06:00

A baby sloth. Picture taken at a remote village in the Amazon of Peru.
Cute little sloth wouldn't you say! I had seen adult sloths in Costa Rica and their fur looked so coarse. The baby sloth's fur looked coarse as well,
but he was so soft and cuddly!

AMAZING!!!

Is this REALLY a Dairy Queen Birthday Cake????

2009-06-02T21:45:00.005-06:00

It has been our tradition for over 20 years to have a Dairy Queen birthday cake for our birthdays. Since there isn't one close to our home anymore we drive quite a distance to get one. Angela is visiting and even though her birthday isn't until June 14th we are celebrating tomorrow by going out to dinner and coming back to the house for cake.

When Tommy walked in the house with the cake, those who saw it made negative comments about it, I was busy and didn't think anything of it....then when I realized what they had said I had to go to the freezer and look for myself.

This cake looks like a 10 year old made it. It is NOT the quality of work that the Centerville, Utah Dairy Queen usually turns out when I order a cake from them. I called and complained, but I imagine nothing will change... he tried to send me a coupon, I said I'm not trying to get anything from you I just don't want to EVER get this quality of bd cake from you again. I told him it was supposed to be yellow, orange, peach and white with green leaves on the roses. Well, for one thing you can't even tell that there are roses on this cake most of them look like blobs of frosting. The quality of frosting is terrible...it has tons of air bubbles in it and like I said the cake looks like it was decorated by a 10 year old...it is hideous--to quote one of my kids. And what about the mechanics blue...I didn't order any shade of blue...

So, anyway these pictures don't do the shabby work justice...
Happy Birthday Ang...

Everyone makes mistakes but you usually try to cover them up.

You should see this mess in real life...

The blob of yellow icing is supposed to be a rose...and all of the flowers are very, very small.

The quality I expected and usually got can be found at: I can't download this image in my blog for some reason...

http://www.dairyqueen.com/us-en/eats-and-treats/menu/treats/dq-cakes/

Piranha Fishing

2009-05-25T08:36:00.010-06:00

Well...I can now say I've been piranha fishing in the Amazon...yep, yesterday after hiking in the jungle and lunch, we went piranha fishing and also saw giant lily pads, a snake, sloths and other various insects. Though I didn't catch any piranha many in our group did and they also caught some Amazon catfish. I put bait (beef) on my hook and made noise on the water with my pole and watched the piranhas snatch the bait off the hook bite by bite. It became a game with me to watch them and I didn't care if I caught one or not. There were 3-4 piranhas who would attack the bait as I watched. We saw pink and gray river dolphins again as well. After dinner there was a show put on by some of the locals and we celebrated Cathy's birthday; a few days before we had asked our tour guide, Carlos, to see if he could arrange a birthday cake for Cath. When the Ceiba Tops Lodge employees went to Iquitos they bought a cake and it took a 2 hr boat ride back to the lodge. After the show the band and the employees of the Lodge sang to her and the rest of us joined in. All in all it was a fun day in the hot, humid Amazon Jungle/River. I enjoyed the people but I don't think I want to come to the Amazon region again though. No pictures yet...will post when I do.

Peru...being sent FROM the Amazon Jungle...

2009-05-23T17:47:00.005-06:00

So, I thought walking on the Great Wall would be #1 on my list of things I've done...not so, I've now climbed into Machu Picchu and it was far more amazing!

We've also visited a remote village and took them school and medical supplies and we are now in the Amazon Jungle...a lodge with free wireless internet which blows my mind--not the free but having it in the jungle!

Today we took a ride down the Amazon (we saw pink dolphins that swim in the Amazon River) to visit a tribe of Indians...can't remember the name. They were fun people and two of the kids had tiny monkeys for a pet and one boy had a baby sloth.

This has been a great trip so far. We haven't uploaded the pictures from the Amazon yet, but will post some when we do.

Jack came to SLC for an hour!!!

2009-04-18T11:14:00.017-06:00

Big boy Jack at the SLC airport.

Grandma running to keep up with Jack.

Jack found MANY buttons to push!!!

Jack and Tim on escalators...we all rode the up and down escalators at least 4-5 times with him...in addition to riding the elevator!

Jack and Grandpa

Aunt Amy holding Jack so he'll eat dinner.

Jack and his best buddies...Grandpa Huffaker and Mr. Elephant

Jack couldn't figure out why we weren't going with him.

Our last good-bye!

On their way to visit Tommy's parents, Jack and Tommy had a layover in SLC; here are a few pictures of our fun. All Jack wanted to do was RUN, RUN, RUN....AND ride the elevator and escalator--he couldn't get enough. Ang, these are for you!

Darling and Delicious!

2009-04-16T00:43:00.010-06:00

Tasha's (Aaron's wife) sister, Brooke, has started her own business. I ordered her famous coconut lime cake for Easter dinner. This is a picture of it; she decorated it with fondant. Visit her site and drool
and if you're in SLC...order from her!!!

I can't get this to link...it's late, I'll do it in the morning. If you need to see the site right away...go to Aaron and Tasha's blog and click on the
3 C's Confections link..it works...

www.teamhuffaker.blogspot.com

Happy 50th Birthday Roy!

2009-04-01T07:43:00.004-06:00

This is no April Fool's Day joke. My younger brother was born on April 1st; Roy would have been 50 today. He died when he was 37 and I miss him. Roy, take care of Mom, my Alison and our grandparents! Love you lots.

Peggy's terrible, horrible, no good, very bad week!

2009-03-20T22:27:00.009-06:00

I've had the terrible, horrible, no good, very bad flu this week and YES, I had a flu shot. There's not anything good about the flu--except that I was able to watch some movies... so it's been a depressing week. I've accomplished NOTHING. I guess the two bright spots are: as I posted Angela and Tommy are having a baby girl--Sadie Jane and people have been very kind in wishing me Happy Birthday...which is the first day of Spring...today, March 20th! I'm getting really old and that's not fun either.

I teach the lesson in Relief Society Sunday and it's taken from the talk given by Pres. Uchtdorf at the women's broadcast on: Happiness: our heritage. Hummm....this hasn't been a happy week, in fact it has been a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad week--in more ways than just the flu; I've been tested in many ways and I know I've failed the test--this is difficult cuz I usually don't fail. I guess I need to snap out of it so I can teach with the spirit and hopefully teach the women in my ward what they need to hear. I guess I need this lesson more than anyone.

Please remember me in your prayers. I need to shake the remaining flu and the emotional and physical drain that comes with being sick, and most of all, I need to count my blessings and be happy.

Thanks for "listening" and caring!

IT'S A GIRL!!!

2009-03-18T23:14:00.004-06:00

IT'S A GIRL!!!

Angela had an ultra sound today and when she called it a him to the tech., she was told she'd better start referring to him as a her!! Sadie Jane will be born the middle of August. She will be our second grandchild; her brother, Jackson, is our first. Jack looks just like his Daddy and we'd love for Sadie to have curly, auburn hair like her Mommy!

Beautiful picture of the Salt Lake Temple

2009-02-16T11:06:00.007-07:00

You've may have seen this picture before, apparently it's been forwarded a lot. My sister, Mary, sent it to me and I hadn't seen it before. Here's what she wrote:

"Well I think this is just about the most beautiful picture ever!
The story is that someone took it from the Hilton Hotel during the fog and inversion a few weeks ago.
It has probably made the rounds a few times since I got it from two different people."
Enjoy!

Pictures of our trip to San Francisco coming up!

Happy Anniversary Tim and Peg and Bobby and Lis!!!

2009-02-10T22:13:00.015-07:00

Tim and Peggy
Aaron and Tasha's wedding 2008

Lis and Bobby
Wyoming 2008

My niece, Lis, was married on our anniversary...Feb 11th. Tim and I have been married 37 years and Lis and Bobby 4 years...Congrats to us all! (These pictures aren't great, but I had to post something!!!)

Pay it Forward...

2009-02-08T14:21:00.003-07:00

The first FIVE people to respond to this post will get something from me! My choice. For you.

This offer does have some restrictions and limitations:
1- I make no guarantees that you will like what I do, but I'll try!
2- It'll be done this year. (might be a little while)
3- You have no clue what it's going to be.It may be a story. It may be poetry, shoes, bags, or a little invention of my own! I may draw or paint something. I may bake you something. I may mail it to you. Who knows? Not you, that's for sure!
4- I reserve the right to do something extremely strange. Believe me... it may blow your mind!

The catch? Oh, the catch is that you must repost this on your blog and offer the same to the first 5 people who do the same on your blog. Oh, and be sure to post a picture of what you win from me when you get it!
Sounds like fun, right?

So, let's play!

My Dough Girl

2009-02-03T08:53:00.005-07:00

One of my co-workers brought cookies to work yesterday...they were purchased from My Dough Girl which is located in Salt Lake at 770 S. 300 E. They are INCREDIBLE COOKIES....you can find her website here. She names her cookies after women; my favorite is Vivianna. Vivianna's description is: Feel the warmth of the equator. Orange dough, mangos & dark chocolate...YUM!!! My second favorite is Audrey: Almond dough packed full of adoration, almonds, cranberries and white chocolate. I'm not a white chocolate fan, but these are delicious! I can't wait to go in and try the red velvet and Ricki. Ricki's description is as follows: One might find themselves saying "Ooh Aah All Man's Joy!" Coconut dough with chocolate chips, coconut, and almonds. You can either purchase the frozen cookie dough balls, take them home and bake one or a dozen...or you can buy them already baked. Oh, my, if you're in SLC, stop in and try them, you won't be disappointed.

It's about time!

2009-01-26T12:12:00.028-07:00

When Jack wanted Tim to take him outside he'd go get Tim's shoes and take them to him.

My son-in-law ran a half marathon while we were there... beat his previous record by 4 minutes! Way to go Tommy! Jack is playing with Tommy's medal in this picture.

Peggy and cousin Kathy

Camille and Mike

I know, I know...it's been over a month since I posted. I should have done something after Christmas...

Tim and I went to Phoenix to visit Ang, Tommy and Jack. We had a lot of fun and enjoyed our time there very much. Jack is growing up and changing and LOVES his Grandpa Huffaker. He loves me too, but there is a special bond between the guys. Side note: we were iChatting with Jack and Ang the other night and were about to sign off, Ang told Jack to kiss Grandma, so he leaned up to the monitor and kissed me...he did the same to Tim..talk about melting our hearts especially since he doesn't give many kisses and hugs.

We met my cousin, Kathy, who is from Nova Scotia, Canada, but living in AZ, at the Mesa Temple. She brought some of her kids and two of her brother's kids (who were visiting from Nova Scotia)...along with a few if their spouses. Richard's (Kathy's brother) beautiful granddaughter was there as well. It was wonderful to see everyone!

A nice bonus: we had dinner with a good friend, Camille, and her husband, Mike. They were married in September and I had a ticket to come to AZ for the wedding but instead...I had to have the surgery for my colon cancer. They are so cute and happy; thanks guys for meeting us for dinner!

Go to Angela's blog...

2008-12-19T22:27:00.005-07:00

I couldn't figure out why Tim was taking 1/2 of the day off today and he encouraged me to try and do the same. It worked out well, we had a major snow storm today and were sent home at 2. Go to Angela's blog and see what happened when I walked in the door...

www.forsythfamily.blogspot.com

Merry Christmas to my incredibly loving family
and thanks for such a wonderful surprise!

Pretty funny...disco Grandpa, Grandma and baby Jack!

2008-12-13T01:07:00.007-07:00

Click on the link below and see the dancing trio...

http://elfyourself.jibjab.com/view/90cv2Bl6D2BT5xi3

You can view it until Jan. 15th.

SLIME...

2008-11-22T11:30:00.005-07:00

Yesterday was Tim's birthday; last night the kids, Tim and I went out to dinner. We enjoyed being together in addition to having a fun time eating and visiting. We left the restaurant, went to our cars...and found a window in Tim's car had been broken by some lower than pond scum people who had stolen Tim's computer bag that included his ipod, camera, computer, etc., and his day planner. I wish bad karma on the slime buckets who did this to my husband on his birthday. I know, I know, he shouldn't have left his day planner in plain sight...then they wouldn't have broken in and found the computer bag. We've changed passwords on accounts, called other places etc.. But the best news is that the computer store where Tim had taken his computer in to be fixed on Thursday had not deleted their copy of the information that was on his old computer!!!! So when he buys a new computer, they can load everything he had on the stolen one onto the new one!!! He owns his own business so all the files are his livelihood.

This situation, along with Aaron and Tasha's apartment being burglarized, has caused me to ponder on WHAT IS THIS WORLD COMING TO?!?!?!? OR WHAT HAS THIS WORLD COME TO??!?!?

"And these Gadianton robbers...did infest the land, insomuch that the inhabitants thereof began to hide up their treasures...and they became slippery...that they could not hold them, nor retain them..." Mormon 1:18

Talkin' to Grandma!

2008-11-18T22:04:00.004-07:00

Today Ang called and let Jack talk to me; this picture was taken while we were talking. He told me what the cow says and what the monkey says too! Is this just the cutest...makes me feel so happy that he enjoyed talking to me! Can wait to hug and kiss this little guy when he's here for Christmas. Those of you who check Angela's blog have already seen this picture, but I couldn't help posting it on mine since he was talking to me!

What are you thankful for?

2008-11-08T07:29:00.014-07:00

For many, many years we have had a small turkey-shaped basket filled with slips of paper and a pen that sits on our kitchen counter during November. The little sign attached to the basket says:

This is our blessing basket.

If you are thankful for someone or something,

write it on a slip of paper,

fold it, then put it back in the basket.

We'll read them on Thanksgiving.

So, not only do I invite you to start your own blessing basket, but make a comment here and tell me what or whom you are thankful for.

Have a nice November!

What a wonderful time to show extra gratitude for our blessings.

How well do you know me?

2008-11-02T22:41:00.010-07:00

Click on the link below, take the quiz and find out...
http://www.quizyourfriends.com/take-quiz.php?id=0811030043001896&a=1&

The site has a problem on the tenth question...if you get it right, it says you didn't. Then when it comes to your score, it has it as a right answer. The answer is NOT "Live in Hawaii". Have fun!

I'm back to work tomorrow;
and am looking forward to seeing my friends--
they've been so good to me.
Thanks everyone!

It's past time...

2008-10-23T19:33:00.010-06:00

...to post again. I'm feeling pretty good, still tire easy, have to wear pants that go below my incision, but I really can't complain, I've been blessed in so many ways that I would be ungrateful to my loving Heavenly Father if I complained.

Today Angela and Jack--from Phoenix and I iChatted while Jack ate lunch. He said "Grandma" a couple of times, we played peek-a-boo and "If you're happy and you know it". He put his hands over his eyes and turned to the side all sad when Ang took me, via the computer, away to sign off. I was touched that he remembered me, said Grandma and was sad when we were finished talking. Gotta love that kid!

Requested cream cheese frosting recipe

2008-10-13T12:56:00.003-06:00

Just a note: the pumpkin spice bars are more cakey than heavy, dense bars.

Cream Cheese Frosting
1-8 oz. cream cheese
1/4 c. butter
1 t. vanilla
3 c. powdered sugar
milk, if needed, for spreading consistency

Blend cream cheese and butter. Slowly add powdered sugar and beat until smooth; add vanilla. Slowly add milk, if necessary, for the right consistency. Frost cooled bars and sprinkle with finely chopped nuts, if desired. I haven't made this for awhile so I can't remember if one recipe frosts the sheet cake.

Autumn favorite

2008-10-12T19:02:00.003-06:00

I bought a cookbook a few years ago with the following pumpkin spice bar recipe in it which has become a family favorite. The cookbook also has a yummy raspberry brownie recipe...maybe I'll post that another time.

1 1/2 c. flour
1 c. packed brown sugar
1/2 c. granulated sugar
2 t. baking powder
1/4 t. baking soda
1/2 t. ginger
1 t. cinnamon
1/8 t. cloves
1/4 t. salt
1 c. pumpkin
1/2 c. oil
chopped nuts

In a large mixing bowl stir together the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and spices. Stir the pumpkin, oil, and nuts into flour mixture.

Spread into an ungreased 16x12 sheet pan and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a rack. Baking in a sheet pan serves many--30-40 maybe, but it is thin. I've also baked this in a 13x9 pan, cooked it longer and this yields thicker pieces.

I usually frost these moist bars with cream cheese frosting and sprinkle nuts on the top; however, they are delicious without any frosting. Just sprinkle chopped nuts on the top before you bake them for a nice looking top. If you want the frosting recipe, contact me and I'll be happy to send it to you and/or post it.

The best medicine for a speedy recovery...

2008-10-06T20:19:00.003-06:00

Boy, I love this kid!
How blessed we are to have him in our family.

Pathology Results....

2008-10-02T09:56:00.007-06:00

NO CANCER in LYMPH NODES =
NO CHEMO!!!

Can I tell you what GREAT news this is...
I am so humbled and thankful.

Home...at last!

2008-09-30T05:58:00.004-06:00

I came home from the hospital late yesterday afternoon. My recovery is going well and the nurses and doctors are blown away...how could an overweight, 56 year old be doing so well? Well, I KNOW and I told a nurse yesterday...many prayers have gone into my recovery. I'm extremely humbled and feel every one of those prayers. THANK YOU!

Now I'm not up to eating much, climbing the stairs, lifting anything, or running a marathon(not that I did that before) but I'm slowly shuffling around the house...yes, even at 4:30 am when I woke up this morning... it's now 1 1/2 hrs later and I'm exhausted (all I've been doing is having a snack and reading the news I've been behind on for the last week) and I'm going back to bed.

My sincere thanks to my family for all their loving care and to other family and friends for their prayers, flowers, e-mail and phone calls. Special thanks to the kids in our Sunday School Class for their WONDERFUL cards and treats...

We're still awaiting the pathology results...keep praying please...the Dr. told me that because of what he saw when he performed surgery he sees chemo in my future...

Happy Birthday Aaron!

2008-09-22T22:16:00.006-06:00

27 years ago a darling, orange haired baby boy was born to Tim and Peggy. He is our fourth child and completed our earthly family; he is also an important member of our eternal family. Aaron I love you and am proud to be your Mom. You are a very nice man and your family loves you very much. Dinner and birthday cake were great! This wonderful collage was created by his talented wife, Tasha.

We're baaaack....

2008-09-22T21:37:00.014-06:00

It sure isn't fun coming back from a wonderful Hawaiian vacation. We had a great time with all of our kids and grandson, Jack, my sister, Mary--her husband, Tracy, three of Tim's sisters, their husbands and Tim's 85 year old mother--in addition to all of Tim's clients--52 of us. I will try and add a few more pictures when Tim downloads his, these four were taken by Andy.

The pictures are:
Pearl Harbor/Arizona Memorial---humbling
Honolulu at night--beautiful
Captain Tim--handsome
Hawaiian Grand Canyon-breath taking

Now it's time to try and get mentally ready for surgery on Thursday---UGH!!! Keep the prayers coming! Thanks!

Prayers needed please.

2008-08-29T21:13:00.014-06:00

My life, as I knew it, has changed...for now. It's been a very difficult week but thanks to my wonderful supportive family, friends and co-workers, I feel incredibly loved. Last week I was diagnosed with colon cancer. I am blessed that it was caught early and I am stage 1. I am not looking forward to the surgery or the recovery. (Surgery will be Sept. 25th---after our Hawaiian cruise. It's a slow growing cancer thank heavens and the Dr. said I can go--the entire family is going---even Jack and my sister and her husband and some of Tim's family.) Dr. Peche will take out quite a large section of my colon and my recovery will keep me out of work for about 6 weeks. If they can get all the cancer and it hasn't metastasized (spread to places other than my colon) and the post surgery lab work concurs that it is stage 1, I will not have to have to have chemo or radiation. Angela and Jack are coming up to babysit me after the surgery... I am SO appreciative of EVERYONE who will take care of me at home and those at work who will step in and cover for me and also those who are donating their vacation hours to my sick hours. Do I ever feel helpless!!! To family and friends who are just hearing this bad news by reading my blog, I apologize that I haven't called you---I just haven't had to time to call all those I wanted to. I feel so vulnerable for the first time, yet I also feel the Lord's hands in my life and am surrounded by His love; I trust Him. Thanks in advance for your thoughts and prayers in my behalf. Love always, Peggy

Happy Birthday Andrew!

2008-08-27T21:37:00.011-06:00

This is belated birthday greetings to Andy. His birthday was Aug. 24th. We've had a lot going on with my health and out of town company so I really apologize for not getting this posted before your birthday Andy. You're incredibly loved and I'm so proud of you and your accomplishments... among them is your engagement to a wonderful girl, Jessi. This picture was taken when we lived in Bay Village, Ohio during one of your birthday parties with your friends and Angela. Do you remember Eric Buehner, Paul Lembke, Michael Shea, Billy Firestone, and Brad Schroth? I'm surprised I remember their names...thanks Amy for Billy's last name. Thanks for being so unselfish and for all the love you give to us. Andy is in the middle with the royal blue PacMan shirt on and white short shorts---he's NOT in his underwear! Love you tons!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMELIA ANN!

2008-08-12T21:23:00.006-06:00

Amy's 1st Birthday
Provo, Utah

A few years ago on August 13th a beautiful baby girl was born. She was given the nickname of Amy. She was the first grandchild on both sides of the family, and had 12 uncles and aunts and four grandparents who spoiled her. Amy is a wonderful member of our family and has been a good example for her younger siblings. She is sensitive and caring. I am so thankful for Amy; she is a dear daughter and friend.

I love you Amy
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

How many people in the US share your name?

2008-08-10T15:56:00.011-06:00

Whoever would have thought
that there are only TWO Peggy(my nickname) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _s
(my last name not posted for security reasons)
in the United States.

BUT

There are SEVEN people in the US
that are named Margaret(my real name) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
(my last name not posted for security reasons).

AND

Believe it or not there are SIXTY women
who share my maiden name Peggy _ _ _ _ _.

BUT A WHOPPING

TWO HUNDRED TWENTY TWO named
Margaret _ _ _ _ _ (my maiden name)!!

How many have your name?
Click on the above link to find out.

I've been tagged!

2008-08-05T10:43:00.007-06:00

I've Been Tagged!
--Thanks Michele!!!

Four random things I like about my husband:
1. He loves to watch movies.
2. He encourages me to be better.
3. He loves to travel and has helped me appreciate it.
4. He works hard at his day job.

Four jobs I have had:
1. Pumped gas at my Dad's store.
2. Babysat and managed apartments to put Tim through BYU and Thunderbird
3. Worked for both Governor Leavitt and Governor Walker
4. Utah System of Higher Education

Four movies I have watched more than once:
1. While You Were Sleeping
2. What About Bob/ Ground Hog Day/Tootsie---Tim's favorites
3. National Treasure
4. Sleepless in Seattle

Four TV shows I watch: I usually watch movies...
1. Amazing Race
2. Extreme Home Makeover
3. The Office
4. Movies

Four places I have been:
1. Lived in Hawaii and visited there
2. Tahiti
3. China
4. Thailand and Hong Kong

Four people who email me regularly: There are a lot more than these eight.
1. Amy/Andy
2. Angela/Velma
3. Tasha/Aaron
4. Mary/Lis

Four of my favorite foods:
1. Chocolate
2. Tostadas/chili verde
3. Fettuccini Alfredo
4. Tropical fruit

Four places I would like to visit:
1. My relatives in Canada again
2. Scotland
3. Paris
4. Greece

Four things I am looking forward to in the coming year:
1. Andy and Jessi's wedding
2. Yard relandscaped
3. TV room extreme makeover
4. Living room makeover

Okay...now I get to tag people..
1-Amy
2-Angela
3-Tasha
4-Jessi---get a blog!!!
5-Lis

Congratulations Andy and Jessi!

2008-08-03T16:26:00.008-06:00

Last night, our son, Andrew, proposed to his girlfriend, Jessi! (This is an old picture taken Christmas 2007--I'll post a better one later.) We're so excited! Jessi is a wonderful young woman and we will be blessed to have her as a member of our family. The ring is beautiful!

Congratulations Andy and Jessi; we love you both!

2008-07-29T10:50:00.008-06:00

I LOVE THIS PICTURE!

He couldn't be any cuter!

Jack is one year old today!!!

2008-07-23T08:46:00.002-06:00

Happy Birthday to you

Happy Birthday dear Jackson

Happy Birthday to you!

We love you tons,

Grandma and Grandpa Huffaker

Incredible Story...

2008-07-22T23:15:00.006-06:00

If you want to read an incredible story visit my niece's blog and read what she says about "Frank" and her trip to Las Vegas. WOW!!! Copy and paste the website below or click on the "Stacey, Tyson and their twins" link at the bottom of "Peggy's Favorite Pages". I'm not too good on adding links.

http://alwayshappyliving.blogspot.com/

It's the post right after the one on making baby food for her twins called "Pay It Forward".

MEMORIES...

2008-07-18T10:45:00.004-06:00

Here are the directions:

1. As a comment on my blog, leave one memory that you and I had together. It doesn't matter if you knew me a little or a lot, anything you remember!

2. Next, re-post these instructions on your blog and see how many people leave a memory about you. It's actually pretty fun to see the responses. If you leave a memory about me, I'll assume you're playing the game and I'll come to your blog and leave one about you. If you don't want to play on your blog, or if you don't have a blog, I'll leave my memory of you in my comments.

Practice Birthday!

2008-07-17T16:30:00.004-06:00

Jack's birthday isn't until July 23rd,

but while he and Angela were visiting from Arizona we kinda "celebrated" anyway!

Ang made the darling monkey cupcakes that resemble Jack's monkey, George...who he sleeps with everynight; she did a great job.

Darling grandson! Beautiful daughter!

2008-06-21T09:39:00.010-06:00

Jack showing off his teeth and cute shirt!
The rest of the alphabet is listed under AB CD.

Here are two pictures just taken yesterday. Ang, Tommy and Jack live in Phoenix... AND WE MISS THEM!!!
Tommy was in law school in San Francisco before they moved to AZ
so they haven't lived close since they married;
we've missed them a long time!!

Tender Story

2008-06-16T22:27:00.006-06:00

Tim and I went for an evening walk tonight and saw Paul and Jenny, friends from our last ward. Tim had seen an "It's a Boy" sign on their front window tonight and told me--I didn't remember Jenny being pregnant...but we don't see them often so....to make a long story short, their fourth child, a little boy named Matthew, was just adopted from China. It is HIGHLY unusual to be able to adopt a boy, but they have him and according the the Chinese and American governments...he's officially theirs! We're so excited for them! Hearing them tell their story of being back in the hotel room and trying to put Matthew to sleep and he refused to be held and would crawl away and fall asleep in a corner reminded me of when Amy and Angela e-mailed from Romania (they volunteered in orphanages) and told how the children didn't like to be touched. Paul and Jenny worked with him because they know babies need to be held and he finally will let them hold him and will fall asleep in their arms. Hug those you love...we all need hugs!

Happy Crappy Day!

2008-06-13T20:06:00.005-06:00

Happy Birthday Angela!

We love you tons and are blessed to have
you as a daughter and sister.
Love, Mom, Dad
and Amy

PS To those who aren't family, you need to know that Happy Crappy Day
is an inside joke...it is NOT being mean.

The in-laws

2008-06-11T12:34:00.011-06:00

Jack and Tommy

Aaron and Tasha at the Cleveland Indians/NY Yankees Game in NY

I just want to say that I have a terriffic son-in-law and daughter-in-law. They have blessed the lives of our family and especially their spouse (which, of course, is my child) very much. They are dearly loved and we are grateful they (and Jack)
are a part of our eternal family.

Thank you Tommy and Tasha! I love you both very much.

Happy Birthday Lis!

2008-05-29T22:42:00.010-06:00

Lis, I know your birthday is on Saturday

but I wanted to give people time
to see this darling picture of you when you were 18 months old!
Cute, cute, cute!

For a current pic of Lis look at my Abi's graduation post.
See you Sunday to celebrate at my house...Love, Aunt Peggy

Blizzard...Grand Canyon and driving to Phoenix

2008-05-25T10:33:00.012-06:00

We drove to Phoenix to help Ang and Tommy move into their new apt. Thursday night between Panguitch and Kanab we encountered a TERRIBLE snow storm...keep in mind it was May 22nd!!! Visibility was terrible---ZERO!!!--we had to drive 10-20 mph for miles! Then the next day as we drove around the rim of the Grand Canyon (one of Tim's dreams...we'd never been there.) we got dumped on again...MORE bad weather; this time it was rain, sleet, hail and snow...and it stuck to the road which made driving treacherous (Tim had taken his snow tires off) ...UGH!!! We could only see the canyon at one of the many look out points and it was SO cold...remember it was May 23rd!!! We arrived safe, but not mentally sound!!! We make the 11 hr. drive home tomorrow...NOT looking forward to that! The forecast is for nice weather--but keep in mind it was only supposed to be rain when we drove down here! It's wonderful to be here and spend time with Ang, Tommy and Jack.

Abi's high school graduation and dinner

2008-05-25T10:13:00.035-06:00

This picture was taken at the Chop House restaurant where we ate the night before Abi's high school graduation. Of course the top picture is of Abi, then Tim and me. The bottom: left to right back row...me and Lis, Abi and Mary and Annie. Lis and her husband, Bobby, drove up with Tim and me. Mary didn't know we were coming and you should have seen her dance and scream when she saw us standing in her living room at 11 pm at night. It was so good to be there! this fall Abi will be at Weber State...another school that has purple and gold for its school colors. We're looking forward to having her over, along with Lis and Bobby, for some Sunday dinners.

Congratulations Law School Graduate!

2008-05-20T12:38:00.007-06:00

My son-in-law graduated from law school Sunday. I am so proud

of him for all his hard work and dedication. Congrats to all...Tommy

and Angela, and Jackson too! WAY TO GO! They are now beginning

a new journey in Phoenix where Tommy will be studying to pass the

bar, then begin working. We're going to Phoenix to help them move

into their new apt. and are so excited to see them.

Happy Mother's Day!

2008-05-11T13:45:00.007-06:00

This is what a mother says in 24 hours condensed to under 3 minutes--- double this for Stacey who has twins! Her singing isn't that great, but she's funny! It's sung to the William Tell Overture. For some reason it wouldn't let me make the link a hot one, so you'll have to copy and paste it. Enjoy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anSpBUxsgAU

Laughing at himself

2008-05-10T22:28:00.003-06:00

I know Angela posted this on her blog, but some of you probably don't view it. Here's Jack just after he made a mad dash for the bedroom. When he can get away from his parents he heads straight for the mirror in their bedroom to laugh at himself! CUTE!

The sad reality is...

2008-05-07T11:23:00.002-06:00

That we're back from Mexico and have worked 3 days already...I'll post a couple of pictures after they are downloaded.

Today is a rainy, cold day in SLC, quite a difference from the sun and warmth of Mexico. Okay, I'll stop whining!

It was marvelous, we had a lot of fun and ate way too much of the resorts gourmet food!

OH MY! This is quite the resort!

2008-04-29T23:35:00.006-06:00

Check out the place we are staying at in Mexico. It is an all inclusive resort and so far it has been an incredible place to stay. The food is fantastic; last night we had dinner at the French restaurant and tonight the Lobster House...where only shrimp and lobster are served. Here is the link to the Excellence Riviera Cancun:

Today we visited Tulum...one of the sites of ancient ruins. We had been there before but it was amazing again. The song, "Book of Mormon Stories" kept running through my head! We also shopped a little in Playa del Carmen.

If you get chance to come here take it from us...we highly recommend this resort.

Be Happy!

2008-04-26T12:03:00.005-06:00

Thought for the week:
Be Happy!
Love ya, Peg

Do you really want to know this much about me?

2008-04-24T21:48:00.009-06:00

My niece Lis, answered these questions on her blog and I though I'd die laughing at her P...phobias or fears...go read it here.

I'm not funny, but it was fun to think about and answer these questions.

A. ATTACHED OR SINGLE? Happily attached 36+ years
B. BEST FRIEND? Tim, my kids and sister
C. CAKE OR PIE? depends…
D. DAY OF CHOICE? Saturday or Sunday
E. ESSENTIAL ITEMS? cuticle oil pen, hand lotion and lipstick
F. FAVORITE COLORS? navy, black, khaki, burgundy
G. GUMMY BEARS OR WORMS? chocolate covered gummy bears
H. HOMETOWN? Hummmm.....born in Black's Harbour, New Brunswick, Canada, SLC now
I. INDULGENCE? My brother Mark's hand dipped chocolates
J. JANUARY OR JULY? I don't like snow so July...but I don't like the 100 degree weather either
K. KIDS? 5 ( Amy, Andrew, Angela, and Aaron---Alison, our youngest, is deceased.)
L. LIFE ISN'T COMPLETE WITHOUT? My Family, My Savior and Heavenly Father
M. MARRIAGE DATE? Feb. 11th
N. NUMBER OF BROTHERS AND SISTERS? 2 sisters and 4 brothers
O. ORANGES OR APPLES? Apples
P. PHOBIAS OR FEARS? Drowning. Getting in a car accident...especially on snowy roads.
Q. QUOTE? "Knowing and doing are two different things."
R. REASONS TO SMILE? Jack (my grandson), family, my Heavenly Father loves me, flowers, shoes, clothes
S. SUPERMAN OR WONDER WOMAN? I'm married to Superman!
T. TAG 5 PEOPLE: Mary (get a blog!), Amy, Ang, Kristin, Ashley
U. UNKNOWN FACT ABOUT ME? I pumped gas at my Dad's store when I was a teenager.
V. VEGETABLES? Love them!
W. WORST HABIT? I'm too generous.
X. XRAY OR ULTRASOUND? Who cares?
Y. YOUR FAVORITE FOOD? Chocolate, potatoes (french fries, twice baked, etc.)
Z. ZODIAC SIGN? Pisces

Happy 9 Months Birthday Jack!

2008-04-22T22:58:00.010-06:00

This handsome boy with a beautiful spirit

is 9 months old tomorrow!
I am so blessed to be his grandma! I love you Jack!

Vote for me!

2008-04-19T20:52:00.007-06:00

Amy entered me in a contest--- but she really entered herself because she wants me to share the Philosophy products if I win!!! Click on the "Rate this story" at the bottom of this and it will take you to the Philosophy web page and you can vote 5 angels for us---many times, not just once! You have to close out your browser each time you vote then get back in and vote again. THANKS!

They made me cry!

2008-04-16T15:23:00.007-06:00

Last night I was sitting in the upstairs TV room waiting for dinner to arrive, (Tim had ordered pizza because I went visiting teaching right from work) when Amy walked in carrying a baby...this baby was wrapped in a blanket and I couldn't see all of it...then I took a double take and THE BABY WAS JACK!!! Everyone says they wish they had a camera close because the look on my face was worth saving! Of course, being the softy I am, I got all teary, hugged and kissed him, then went to find Angela and hug her...she was just coming in the door. MY WHOLE FAMILY kept the secret that Ang and Jack were flying in for a few days... everyone knew but me! What a wonderful surprise!!! I have a ritual with Jack every morning that they are with us. I greet him with "Good Morning Gill" (remember What About Bob? when Bill Murray's character said good morning to his fish?) This morning Jack laughed so hard at me that he seemed delirious every time I said it to him...I didn't think I was so funny--I also think it's my voice inflections. Thanks fam, it is great having them here!

Inside the Utah State Capitol Building

2008-04-13T15:37:00.010-06:00

We walked outside then went inside so Tim could see the newly renovated building. I had a ticket to the rededication; my friends had already given me a tour. We ran into a friend who works for the Governor's office and she let me show Tim around the new Lt. Govs office. After working in the Capitol for Govs. Leavitt and Walker, I grew to love the Capitol very much. It has magnificent architecture, history and is very beautiful. It's so bright now that almost 100 years of dirt has been cleaned off everything...the paintings are striking and the marble is so bright and clean. What a gorgeous building. The middle picture is a safe that is inside the inner offices---just outside the Lt. Govs door. As you can see, it was just painted. In case you're wondering...yes, I miss not working in this beautiful building.

Oh What A Beautiful Day!

2008-04-13T12:43:00.013-06:00

Today is perfect in Salt Lake City; it is a gorgeous spring day. The Salt Lake Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is the longest continuous stake in the Church. In fact, Temple Square, the Conference Center etc. are all within our stake boundaries and we have stake conference in the Assembly Hall on Temple Square. Anyway, the weather is incredible so Tim and I, after our stake conference today, walked hand in hand around Temple Square and the plaza--I know that's probably cheesey to some of you, but it was so beautiful---it was an experience you'd want to share with someone you love. We can't let this beautiful day go to waste so we've changed our clothes, are eating some lunch and then going to walk around the new State Capitol Complex, which is just down the hill from our home, before company comes for dinner. Hope you're having a wonderful day where you are. My only regret...no pictures to post of the Temple grounds; the spring flowers are so beautiful on Temple Square and the Main Street Plaza I would have loved to share them with you. Maybe there will be something pretty at the Capitol--we are taking a camera. Update....photo of the Japanese Cherry Blossoms was taken on the Capitol Grounds.

Babe Ruth Bars

2008-04-04T16:30:00.013-06:00

Years ago when we lived in Lexington, Kentucky, my friend, Carol, gave me the following recipe. I made them last night to take to work and they were a hit. Thought I'd share the recipe.

Babe Ruth Bars

4 cups oats

1 cup brown sugar
1/4 c. light corn syrup

2/3 c butter--melted

1/3 c. peanut butter

1 tsp vanilla

Mix all ingredients well; pat in a 8x8 in. pan prepared with cooking spray. Bake at 400 about 10 minutes--don't over bake or the bars are hard. Let cool a bit while melting 6 oz. semi sweet chocolate chips, 3 oz. peanut butter chips and 1/3 c. peanut butter; stir until mixed well. Do not get the chocolate too hot, melt gradually. Spread on top of warm bars. Cool completely, then cut. Enjoy!

Your eyes are the windows to your soul.

2008-04-03T23:09:00.011-06:00

Okay, I just can't resist posting another Jack picture... look at his eyes! WOW! His Mom's are incredible too! Angela, Jack's Mom, is my third child, second daughter. Click on the picture to make it larger and you can see how beautiful their eyes are. Congratulations on the job offers! Jack's Dad, Tommy, graduates from law school in May and accepted a job in Phoenix, AZ. He will be working for the Maricopa County Attorney's Office.

Jack, Grandma and Grandpa

2008-04-03T19:45:00.007-06:00

Jackson was such a great wedding luncheon
and reception guest. Even when it was late he was still happy and having fun!

They're married!!!

2008-04-02T10:39:00.011-06:00

From left to right:
Andrew, Tim, Peggy, Tasha, Aaron, Amy, Angela and Jackson, Tommy.

Aaron and Tasha were married
on Saturday, March 29, 2008 in the Salt Lake Temple. A luncheon
was held in their honor at the Joseph Smith Memorial Building

and later that evening, a reception at The Point.

2008-03-01T09:03:00.005-07:00

Marriage...

2008-02-21T12:29:00.005-07:00

So, my baby is getting married on Saturday, March 29th in the Salt Lake Temple. We are so excited and happy for Aaron and Tasha. Tasha is from Coalville, Utah; they met in Provo when they both worked for BRG. They compliment each other and love each other so much! We love Tasha tons and are happy to welcome her with open arms into our family. Since she's been Amy's roommate for almost a year, we've gotten to know her very well. She also traveled with us to Thailand and Hong Kong so she has seen us at our worst...and hopefully there is some "best" in there too. Her colors for the reception are brown and pink...thus the color pink in this post!!! Visit their blog.

36 years...

2008-02-10T22:18:00.003-07:00

...and my mother said it wouldn't last! Tomorrow, February 11th, Tim and I celebrate our 36th wedding anniversary. We just returned from San Francisco celebrating and also visiting with Angela; her husband is in law school and will graduate this May. We had a wonderful time visiting the sites of SF like Alcatraz, Muir Woods National Monument...(huge redwood trees), Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, China town(wasn't as interesting since we've been to Hong Kong and Beijing!!!). We ate at the Stinking Rose (everything is cooked with garlic); it was delicious! They have an incredibly beautiful Mall called Westfield; the food court has delicious food. Angela said some of the better SF restaurants have put their food as fast food there in that food court. We ate Thai food and had incredible cookies and cream puffs for dessert. Jack is adorable and jabbers all the time...and growls too!