CARD TABLE RE-DO

So, I saw this little re-design over at younghouselove, and I just am completely enamored. I mean, how cute is this do-over? I just want to say, that I would totally do this if a) I had the energy, and b) I had a card table. Luckily I have neither, and can just enjoy the awesome creativity of others. Go them!

Just look at that hideous card table. Boring and blah. And then. . .

tada! Amazing what a little spray paint and oil cloth can do for ya. Just imagine how a little bunco around this baby would liven things up a bit.

Some people are so darn nifty.

Actually, come to think of it, I do have a few chairs like this, and it might be a fun little makeover for fall. If I happen to find the energy, and actually re-do the chairs, I'll be sure to post some pictures. But, don't hold your breath people. I kind of suck at follow-through.

Happy Thursday Everyone!

TUESDAY'S TIP: GOOGLE READER NEXT, GOOD LIKE VELCRO

So, about a month ago, i read this little post on my good friend Aimee's blog. And i thought nothing of it, for a few weeks since i was on vacation. Put it on my to do list, and off i went. Well, thanks to a little bout of swine flu, (yes, swine flu!) i had some time on my hands last week what with being stuck at home for seven full days (that my friends, is another post entirely) and all, that i decided to follow her post over to Sherbert Blossom and rig up my google reader.

And friends, let me tell you what. This little diddly is life-changing. Like kinda the same way that Velcro must have changed all the peoples lives before Velcro. I mean, can you imagine your life without Velcro?

Well, Sherbert Blossom did a tutorial for all you bloggers out there that like to read your blogs in google reader. But the thing we all despise about google reader, is a) you definitely don't comment as much cause you have to actually link in to do so. Which is a whole nother step, and just ugh. Too. Much. Time. And b) as convenient as google reader is for having all my blogs in one place alerting me when they've updated, it's well, very blah. Just not the same as clicking to each one of the blogs I read separately.

So, do yourself a favor. Go here, or here, and get yoself google reader next-ified. I am telling you, it has changed my life. In a VERY good way. Kinda like velcro.

WHO ME, PESSIMISTIC?

Welcome to my random ramblings for this very fine Friday.

• I honestly can't believe that I still watch Survivor. It's like a very strong drug. I try to stay away, cause really I know it does me no good, but then I see one little commercial and BAM!! it's like I can't NOT watch. Anyhoo. The first ep I hated Russell. I mean, what kind of millionaire applies for Survivor? Apparently the bored kind. I guess his main goal going in was to show everyone just how easy it is to win, and manipulate the players. And I hated him for messing with my show that I love. Then, BAM! Episode two the guy goes looking for a hidden immunity idol (cause they've had one pretty much every season for the last 10 seasons) and whadayaknow? The guy finds it!!! Without any clues. Suddenly I'm finding myself actually rooting for Russell. What the? Well, hopefully one of the other players will catch on to him soon, cause as much fun as I'm having watching him manipulate the whole entire game, I kinda liked Survivor just the way it was.

• Lady Gaga. People can hate, and say she is crazy, but that girl in my humble opinion is an amazingly creative entertainer. And for the record, anyone who says she is a hermaphrodite needs to recognize. I hate that just because we have a female who is a successful singer and talented entertainer, she must be half man? Give. Me. A. Break.

• Speaking of people who are half man. That woman (yes. she. is.) who won that world track race? Well, all I can say is people are just sad. So she has internal testes. It's not her fault. I just feel bad that she has learned about all of this through public scrutiny. My heart aches for her. And why is it that every time someone mentions a hermaphrodite they mention Jamie Lee Curtis. Is this true? I am wondering.

• Every time someone tells me Thing 2 looks like Shiloh Pitt it makes me laugh. Does that mean I look like Angelina? I. Wish.

• I seriously LOVE Zumba. If not for the workout, then definitely for the laughs.

• Last week on my vacation I had a blast. You know this already. One thing you probably do not know, is that amongst these 10 girls I am the ONLY democrat. And well, honestly every time there was a political comment/Obama health care hateraid I shut my trap. Seriously. I swear. Just let it roll, cause really if I argued everyone of their silly stances I would have been arguing the entire time. And that my friends, isn't my idea of a vacation. But I finally broke my silence on the way back to the airport to head home. And I just about lost it. Excuse me while I step on my soapbox for a moment. Okay, where to even begin. See, this is my problem, I have so much I want to say, and defend, but it just gets all so overwhelming. I'm just saying it would have been nice to have had one other lefty out there with me. We finally just had to agree to disagree. Where I believe we as fellow human beings and citizens have a responsibility to one another, they don't. Which really isn't something we will every agree upon. Which is all fine and dandy. I do however have just one teeny tiny thing to say. All these conservative friends of mine (that I love dearly by the way) who don't feel they have any responsibility for each other (especially fiscally) better watch out when their church decides to implement the dreaded law of consecration. They thought giving away 25% was bad. Try giving away 100%. moving right along. . .

• Project runway!! Is anyone else loving this season? I'm not sure if it is because of the long absence since last season or, because of all the great talent. I guess I'll be honest, I am sorta missing Michael Kors and Nina Garcia and all their snarky comments, but really I would love me some project runway no matter what banana they've got judging. But really now, am I the only one who thought the ice queen dress was blah? Can't believe he won.

• Why is it that my kids are into "painting" my car lately? With water of course. Which makes for lovely water brush marks at child height all along my black car. Kids rule.

• Is it bad that I'm considering going inactive for a while after I get released from my calling? I'm just saying.

• I am loving having the kids in school. And watching Thing 1 read and write is absolutely fulfilling as a parent. His teacher told me he has one of the best penmanship in the class. If this is true, I am worried.

• I am considering getting extensions. Just for fun, for my birthday. Not sure I will leave them in for long, but you know how I love change. i realize this is a very silly thing to do. Consider it my midlife crisis. But I'm thinking it might just be the thing to do since I'm turning thirty in not so many weeks. This. Freaks. Me. Out.

• Our mail used to arrive around 12:30 or 1p.m. every day. Now, for some strange reason it doesn't get here until 6 p.m. I can't tell you how much this irks me.

• I realize that this blog has sorta turned into a coupon blog. And I hate that. But I've started doing this whole coupon thing for my grocery shopping. And I have to tell you, it rocks. I really am saving money. And don't tell hubs, but it's kinda fun to see.

• as happy as I am the EMC library is getting a much-needed overhaul, it is turning out to be very inconvenient. All the construction in this city is about enough to drive me absolutely batty.

• Glee. I. heart. very. much. this. show. Thanks to Kris, I have been enjoying this show for the past few weeks now, and I think it just might be total and complete genius. Getting pregnant through a hot tub? Hilarious.

• Is it possible to be addicted to solitaire? I find it the perfect thing to do while waiting in endless carpool lines. Sure I could be reading the bible or something, but nah, it is only the carpool line after all.

• i love these little glimpses of fall. The slightly brisk weather, the sun setting earlier, sweatshirts, jeans, college football, the leaves on the mountain changing. Oh yes. Hello autumn, i think i love you.

• Don't you just hate posts without pictures? Happy Friday Everyone!

THE REASON MY POSTS HAVE BEEN FEW AND FAR BETWEEN

So, last week I went to North Carolina with 8 of my best girlfriends from High School to visit our friend Ashley who moved there last year. It was so nice to just get away with the girls. I seriously have not laughed so hard in such a long time. We had an incredible time. No kids, no hubbys, just total and complete getaway. We did a crap-load of traveling, laughed the entire day, stayed up way too late, and played on the beach non-stop.

Thanks to Hubs for making this all possible, and thanks to the girls for reminding me just exactly how crazy I used to be before I had kids. I love you gals!

Two deals every Tuesday. Or Wednesday. Depending on the busy-ness and lazy-ness factor.



Okay, this first one is good at Fazoli's. All you have to do is go HERE and click at the top of the page and register your e-mail for this free coupon. Just a little tip--I have an e-mail I set up just for all the stores, and sites that ask for an e-mail. So I don't get all the spam and junk e-mail to my regular e-mail.

This next one is for Tanger Outlets in Park City. Purchase a pink card ($1) at customer service and recieve 25% off a single item. For more info and to find participating stores, go HERE.

And, because I'm a day late, and because I love my bloggers, I have a third deal-e-o for ya. Have you heard of restaurant.com ? Well, it's this fabulous little site where you plug in your zip code and find all the participating restaurants in your area that have put in gift certificates for discounted rates. And until 9/27 you can get an extra 70% off!

For example, yesterday I purchased a $25 gift certificate for The Sandbar Mexican Grill downtown on Pierpont for $3.00, a $10 gift certificate for Rocky Mountain Pizza for $1.20, and a $25 gift certificate for Sugarhouse BBQ for $3.00. I spent $7.20 and got $60 in gift certificates!!

All you need to do, is put in your zip, brows through the restaurants available, find one you like, read the fine print (for example to get a $10 gift certificate you must spend $20), add it to your cart, be sure to plug in the code TREAT for your extra 70% off, pay for it, and then print the coupons at home and enjoy your cheap dinner out.

AND I THOUGHT I'D SEEN IT ALL

Are you pregnant?

Are you impatient?

Fabulous.

Then, I've got just the thing for you. There is a new product on the market claiming to tell you the gender of your unborn baby with an accuracy of 90% at 6 weeks!!!

i know right, that is absolutely insane!!

and just for fun, this urine predictor test turns your urine pink for a girl, and blue for a boy. Awwwwww. Precious. Pink urine.

Remember the good old days when people had to wait until the baby was born? {sigh}. Then it was 20 weeks with ultrasound. Then it was fetal photos at 14. And now it's six. Six weeks? Absolutely incredible.

You can pick up the urine gender predictor test at a Wallgreens near you.

KNOWONDER!

Have you seen this new magazine? Well, let me tell you, it ROCKS!!!

Knowonder is an absolutely amazing parent & children magazine. It's a new publication debuting this month. It is a 132 page magazine filled with stories, art and articles. Knowonder promotes early literacy by putting a story you can read aloud to your children for every single day of the month in each issue. We all know that reading to your children is the very best way to promote and maintain early reading. And now you have something new and different to read every single day! Great for story time or bedtime. Then they have an area devoted to art. Children's artwork from around the country. The last section of the magazine is devoted to articles about parent-centred issues, craft ideas and great tips. But my favorite thing about this magazine, apart from it being FREE, is that they encourage parents to submit stories and pictures of their children's artwork. Always wanted to see your story in print? Send it on in!

You can pick up Knowonder at your local library, or any of these locations absolutely FREE!!! That's right friends, FREE! Just one more way this blogger is trying to look out for you in this crazy economy. Or, you can also register at their site HERE and subscribe to a free digital subscription sent to your inbox each month. You also can have them send you a subscription to your home if you are willing to pay for shipping ($24 a year), but since I'm always at the library, I figure I'll just pick mine up for free. Yay! FREE!!!

So, if ya get a sec, check it out. I promise it won't disappoint!

TWO-FUR TUESDAY

So, the other day I went to Costco, and they had the Christmas crap out already. Seriously. It's September!!! But, instead of getting all grumpy about the sitch, I decided to jump on the bandwagon. Maybe it isn't such a horrible idea to start the Christmas shopping extravaganza a little early. Hopefully these two deals will be a great start!

Have you always wanted a CHI hair straightener but were turned off by the high price tag? Don't worry, cause I've got the deal for you. Chi straightener reg. $190 today's price: $65.73!!!!

No joke. Go here quickly, cause I'm sure they won't last long. Not in the market for a hair straightener? Then grab one for a friend or loved one for Christmas. Trust me, they will LOVE you for your thoughtfulness, and have no idea you saved a bundle ($124.27 to be exact!)

Next up? Crocs. Love em. Who doesn't? Apparently a lot of people. But for those of you who do, they've got a little sale going on now. Buy one, get one free, plus free shipping. That's 50% off for those of you who aren't so great at math.

Go here to steal this deal. Again, great gift. Again, I'm thinking Christmas. How sweet would it be to have all your Christmas shopping done before October?


You. Are. Welcome. Happy Shopping friends!

COUPON LOVE @ NAPTIME

One good thing about the recession eh? Lot's of great deals to be had. Here are some of the latest.


Apparently for this promo, you must sign up for a frequent movie card or something at AMC. Go here for all the deets.

20% off at Bath and Body works. Print the coupon or use code 1207 when checking out.

This one is for the locals. Gap outlet only peeps.

jamba. Print it out and take it with you on your next visit.

you are welcome. Enjoy!

PREP

I just got finished reading this book, and let me just say for the record, that I really enjoyed it. I hesitated posting about it because of it's controversial content, but I just can't stop thinking about it. And that is how I know it's not just a good book, but a great book. If it leaves you thinking, wanting more, and wishing there was a sequel. A little warning though friends, if books had a ratings system, I'm sure this would be rated R. There is strong language and sex so if you decide to read this book, be prepared for that.

That all being said, from the moment I opened this book I was completely and totally sucked in. I read it start to finish in about 48 hours. Needless to say, I'm fairly tired, but feel as though the lack of sleep was well worth it.

Love her or hate he,r Lee Fiora is the epitome of teenage angst. I loved Curtis Sittenfeld's writing. So real, and honest. Took me right back to those awkward teenage years. And as much as I never want to live those years again, I enjoyed my 2 days back in teenage hell. Plus, I found it somewhat insightful since I had a best friend head off the boarding school at 14, and I could for the life of me, never understand why. And although, I couldn't relate to all of Lee's experiences, I found the author's writing style, and prose absolutely intriguing. And I can't wait to start in on another one of her books.

So yeah, if you are looking for a new read, give it a go, just don't say I didn't warn you.

PREP

by Curtis Settenfeld

I REMEMBER

I_LIVE_DELIBERATELY

For the next 28 days I've committed myself to living deliberately.

Do you want to live deliberately too? Then head on over here and get in on the challenge.

PUDDLE JUMPERS WAREHOUSE SALE

Hey y'all! This post is for all my local mommy readers out there. Holler atcha. So, I'm sure you've all heard of or seen these cute shoes for girls and boys. They are called Puddle Jumpers. Thing 2 has been wearing them since she was born almost, and I love them. Not only are they adorable (who doesn't like polka dots?!) but they are really well made and comfy. At least I think so.

Anyhoo, Puddle Jumpers is a local company and if you live in the great salt lake, then you are in luck. Puddle Jumpers is having a warehouse sale today ONLY. Here is the info. For some reason it wouldn't let me just post the flier. But here is the jest of it:

End of Summer Warehouse Sale!!

2681 S. Preston Street (1935 E.) 801.487.1050

Thursday September 10, 9:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m.

infants//sandals//maryjanes//toddler boys

$5-$25

ALL SALES FINAL!!

cash, check & cards accepted.

So I hit the sale yesterday at 1 p.m.(it was yesterday and today) and the selection was still pretty good. Lots of sandals. A pretty good selection of maryjanes. The boys stuff goes up to size 7 or 8 toddlers. The girls runs from infant to kids size 6. They also had a bunch of those soft soled infant shoes for $5 (boys and girls).

Happy Shopping!

BARRY LOUIS POLISAR: PART TWO

So, you probably didn't know this about me, but generally I wouldn't describe myself as lucky. For example, back when I was a kid and they actually put toys in cereal boxes (remember that?) it NEVER fell into my bowl. Ever. Course that coulda been cause one of my grubby brothers dug it out before I could, but that's besides the point.) And I've never really won anything. Ever. Not even a measly online blog giveaway. Honestly. Do you feel sad for me? Well, you should.

But my luck concerning celebrity sightings is even unluckier. I mean, hasn't everyone met at least one celeb? Maybe while you were at the airport, or in an elevator or something? Right. Sure you have. Cause you are lucky. And I'm not. But honestly, for the life of me, I can't think of a single solitary celebrity I've ever met. I mean, I've admired them from afar. Concerts, and that kind of thing. Oh and I guess one time at Porcupine I sat a table away form Apollo Anton Ono. (And now I'm wondering if that even counts. He's a celeb right?) At least I think it was him. Or his look-a-like. I didn't ID him. Oh and the night of senior prom I could have sworn that I sat a table away from that guy who used to do those I Can't Believe It's Not Butter advertisements. What's his name? Fabio or something. But again. I guess it's entirely possible that it coulda just been a guy with long blond hair.

But you get the point. My celebrity interaction is pathetic.

And my lack of celebrity luck goes even further than never meeting one. Actually I've missed meeting celebs multiple times. For example one night while I was vacationing in Hawaii with my friend Jill, I wasn't feeling so well, so I decided to stay back at the hotel rather than go out. And yep, you guessed it. They ran into a celeb while out and about. Apparently it was the older brother on The Wonder Years. Wayne. Well, I coulda kicked myself. I mean, Wayne!! Man. I mean, I've never even met a local newscaster or weather guy. And you think that living here I'd have run into like Ed Smart or Dooce or something. But no such luck. Even local celebs are beyond me.

So, knowing all this you can imagine my thrill, wait, no my complete and total elation at what I found in my inbox at 7:43 a.m.

A e-mail from Barry Louis Polisar!!!!! Really! I am not lying. Although given the information I just supplied you with, it might seem totally plausible that I would be. But I'm not. I mean, sure I guess I didn't actually meet him, but he, or maybe it was his assistant, or like his assistants assistant, but someone that has surely met Barry Louis Polisar e-mailed me this morning to thank me for my post. Seriously. I mean, What?!!! Who does that? Apparently very thoughtful, talented musicians. Or their very thoughtful and prompt assistants.

And I was glowing. I mean, am glowing. And then I got all nervous and re-read my silly post again. What did I say? Or didn't I say? And instantly I was embarrassed that I didn't give photo credit. I always forget that. But when do you really think the person you are writing about will actually read it? It's totally amazeballs people.

And just because I know one of my lame brothers is going to comment that I'm so sad and pathetic for making up this post, I am going to copy and paste the entire e-mail here. As proof of my truth.

Hi Amy,
There is no anonymity on the web! Thanks for those kind words.
I thought you (and your readers) might like to sample my songs and wanted you to know that I have them all on my site for free: http://www.barrylou.com/currentCDs.html
Each CD you click on--including the new Tribute Album that is coming out soon--will give you samples, so you can waste hours of time listening.....
Happy listening!
Barry Louis Polisar
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Author Visits, Books & Music for kids and smart adults
http://www.barrylou.com
Not just Barry's song from the JUNO film
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I mean, you see that right? It seems legit enough. I mean sure he didn't actually say my name, but he typed it. And surely that counts for something. I mean really.

So, because I am actually totally impressed with this guy, and his thoughtfulness I decided to give him one more shout out.

His name is Barry. He writes incredibly witty and funny children's music. And you can find all his albums right here. www.barrylou.com.

And because I think it's cool he, or his assistant's assistant, took the time out of his day to shoot a quick e-mail of thanks, I'm going to let you know how cool it might be to give Barry merchandise to all your loved ones this Holiday Season. (Yeah, we're on a first name basis) I mean, how great would it be to give a totally hilarious children's album to all your friends and family with kids. Or a thoughtful children's book? Sounds better than a stuffy old sweater-set right?

Seriously. Do yourself a favor. Check him out. And Barry, if you're reading this. Thanks for making my day. It's nice to see there are people out there who can appreciate a good plug. Oh, and good luck with the new album!

BARRY LOUIS POLISAR

photo credit via flickr: Sierra Polisar

Did you know that our kids go to bed at 7 p.m.? Yeah, they really, really do. This is not a joke. It is the honest truth. It's also the best thing I ever did since having kids. One day Thing 1 stopped napping. It sucked. And I cried. Then, because Thing 2 could hear her brother supposidly have all sorts of fun without her, she decided to stop napping as well. Only the thing was, er rather is, my kids get up at 7 a.m. no matter what. If we put them to bed at 9, up at 7. Put them to bed at 11, up at 7. Put them to bed at 6, up at 7. And well, the thing is, they are just nicer to be around when they get more sleep. And putting our kids to bed at six just seems wierd, so we put them to bed at 7. And it is my most favorite thing. I get to hang out with my hubby all night, you know talking about things other than boogers and spy weapons. It's nice. And then I also get happy children in the morning. It's just awesome.

Anyhow, this is not what this post is about. But I guess it is sorta. Well, since we have lots of free open evenings, one night we decided to mix things up a bit and rent a RedBox. Thrilling, right? Well, it's only a buck, and well, it's a buck. So, I reserve the movie online and of course send Hubs out to get it, only he comes back with cookie dough icecream and no movie. Ugg. At least he knows the icecream would help. So, what to do? We decided to pop in JUNO. Which we own. And if you haven't yet seen this movie, I just don't know what to say to you. I mean, honestly? Are you for real. Cause you really need to see it homeskillet. Just trust me. So many great lines. Everytime I see it I love it even more. And since I dressed up as Juno McGuff for Halloween last year, I feel a sort of kinship with her. So, it's simply just awesome. And as we were watching the movie, I had completely forgotten how much I LOVE the soundtrack. And in particular the song in the opening credits. In case you've forgotten, I'll refresh your memory.

All I Want Is You - Barry Louis Polisar

And well, it's great isn't it. So, I got to looking and oh, that man up there? That's the guy that wrote that little ditty you just enjoyed. His name is Barry Louis Polisar. And apparently he is a really talented writer of childrens songs and books. And well, thats just awesome. Cause kids rock. And people who write for them rock even more. And so then I went to itunes. And downloaded a bunch of his albums. And my kids L.O.V.E. them. How could they not, with songs like:

Don't Put Your Finger Up Your Nose

My Brother Threw Up On My Stuff

I've Got A Teacher, She's So Mean

Underwear (personal fav)

We listen to them, and giggle together. And are happy. I love his catchy tunes, silly lyrics, and general make-you-smile-music. For Example:

Donuts - Barry Louis Polisar



Pure Brilliance right? Heck, I love a good banjo, harmonica, and guitar set to funny words. Who doesn't.



So, go ahead. Check him out if ya'd like. I promise you won't be sad you did.

THE PETTICOAT PROJECT

Hey Bloggers. I told you I was back. And this little gem is a goodie.

So, as I said in my last post, I LOVE blogging. Really. Pretty much everything about it. Reading about various (from good friends to pure stranger-cyber-stalking) people's lives. I love hearing about their thoughts, their ideas. What they like, what they dislike. What makes them tick. It's simply just fascinating to me. Perhaps this is why I find that I enjoy almost every single reality show I've ever watched. Even the ridiculous ones. (holla to Tori & Dean) ;)

Well, I've got this friend. And she used to have this blog. That I loved. I mean, L.O.V.E.D. reading. Every time my trusty google reader would tell me she had updated I found myself eagerly looking forward to her new and insightful posts. I enjoyed partaking in her journey. Commenting on her struggles, her passions, her interests. Then this friend embarked on what might arguably be the most important life change ever. Motherhood. No simple task, right? And did I mention that this friend, not only is a fabulous, fabulous mother, but also a licensed clinical social worker? Well, she is. And if you need a good therapist, call her cause she inconjunction with starting her family, also just started a fabulous new business called The Healing Group. But that's not what I'm writing about today. No, today I'm telling you all that my good friend Kris, after taking a little break and navigating that fine line between personal and professional, is BACK IN THE GAME. The blogging game that is. And well, I couldn't be more thrilled. When she told me this news, I'm pretty sure I didn't stop smiling for a good full day. Absolutely fantastic. So, if you are in the market for a new blog to read that is authored by an amazing mother, therapist and wife with a unique point of view, then you are in for a treat. Add her to your google reader, and check her out here!

You. Are. Welcome.

I'M BAAAAACK.

Okay, well. I guess I owe you all an apology. I've been pretty crappy about updating this ole blog of mine as of late. And for that I apologize. It's just that I've been incredibly busy. Which isn't a bad thing I suppose. Just means I've been out living life, without a moment of spare time to blog about it.

And well, when I saw this picture of this swing, it summed up so perfectly in my mind what I have been feeling about my lack of writing/blogging. It's like all summer long I was outside playing. Enjoying life. Doing the monkey bars. Riding down the slide, climbing up the ladders, riding down the fire pole. And the swing was there. Always in the background. And the swing is fun, but it's also work. Fun work, but work nonetheless. Sometimes it was if that swing this summer was just begging to be swung, and other times, I was perfectly content to be standing on still ground. Sometimes I longed for that swing, but couldn't find a spare second, and other times it was as though I was glad to be playing something else. And you see, I love swinging. It's exhilarating. And fun. And you get the most amazing sense of freedom from swinging. But I was just too enamoured with the other things on the playground this summer. Good things. Fun things. But don't worry friends. Cause I'm here. And more ready than ever to get back on that swing.


Okay, sorry about the cheesy analogy. I just re-read that and it's pretty lame, but does describe pretty accurately the mixed feelings I've had about blogging lately. So, probably against my better judgement I'm going to go ahead and leave that swing bit up. Sorry.

So, anyhoo, I've got a long list of blogging topics I've been throwing around in my head, waiting until just the right time to share them. And with both kids in school each day now(Hallelujah!!) that means more time to do what I love. Write. Think. Blog. And read and comment on your blogs too of course. Naysayers say what you will. Blogging is fun, and frankly I've missed it. Funny how it's become almost a break for me. Escape through blogging. Hmmmm.


Anyhow. I'm back. Just wanted to let you know. Stay tuned. Fun is about to ensue.

THE WAIT IS OVER!!!!!

Finally! I feel like I've been waiting for August 20th forever! But it's finally here! My most favorite show ever is back!! I can't even begin to tell you how much I've missed Heidi and Tim and all their ridiculously crazy challenges. I'm sorry, but Bravo's replacement "The Fashion Show" just didn't do it for me. Same concept, crappier challenges and weak designers. Just goes to show that you can never replace an original. Bravo should have paid up. Long live Timm and Heidi. Long live Project Runway!

And to make this season even more spectacular than ever is a new show to follw PR, called Models of the Runway. I'm being a little cautious in my excitement for this show, cause in the past the models they've had on PR haven't exactly been the most interesting people ever. But maybe this season they got some great girls. It's like Tyra's Top Model meets Project Runway. I am hoping Awesomeness will ensue. But remember friends, it's no longer on Bravo, you will have to go to Lifetime for this little slice of heaven. Set your Tivos now.

Happy Project-Runway-Is-Back-Day Everyone!!!

Colony : Discovery Channel

Colony : Discovery Channel

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So, as I've told you before, hubs has some strange fascination with survival television. I used to rationalize this interest by saying that he was you know, just kinda like looking out for the family. In case we are ever stranded in the middle of the Sahara Desert or something. Or perhaps like a lazy mans provident living. Learn how to live off the land. That sort of thing. In fact, I'm sure if we ever run into hard times and have no food, Hubs could cook us up a delicious meal of grass and leaves. And then I will feel silly about ever joking in the least bit about this fascination. But I'm starting to think this Discovery channel craziness is getting a we bit out of control. I mean, first it was Man Vs. Wild, then it was Survivorman, then Men Vs. Wild,then Deadliest Catch (um yeah.) but now it's this show.

It's another Discovery Channel delight called The Colony. It's another survival reality show. Only this time, a bunch of people bunk up in an old warehouse, become convinced that world has come to an end, and they are the last people left on earth. Really, even as they are giving interviews to the camera men they are scared and worried about their survival. What? See that camera? You are on TV. Not in any danger of dying. It makes no sense. Somehow they become so stupid, I mean psychologically convinced of this fact that they actually make some pretty interesting TV. At first I thought, oh great. Another Discovery Channel gem to take up space on my DVR. And well, after watching about 4 full episodes, I can honestly say it's officially the dumbest show ever. Although I do wish I was as brilliant as the professor who can make the most incredible things out of a carburetor, hanger and a piece of gum. Seriously. Where did they get this guy?

SUMMER PRODUCT LOVE

Hey bloggers. Sorry it's been so long. Things have been extra crazy around here, as tends to happen when Summer is in full swing. We've been out and about and enjoying ourselves immensely. But because of this, the blog has been lacking. Sorry about that folks. Hopefully things will slow down a bit come September.

Well, today I thought I'd go ahead and do a little showcase of food products I have been thoroughly enjoying as of late. I love to hear about products via blogs that people enjoy. I find that I like products people recommend so much more than if I just pick my own. Weird. Yes, I know.

Here goes nothing.


Okay, first off is this little lovely bottle of salad dressing. Ever since my whole salt/sodium fiasco that is my life took over, I've been scouring the shelves at the grocery store looking for products that taste good without all the salt. And believe you me, its one difficult task. Sure you can find full-fat dressings that are lower in salt but you have to be willing to down 30 plus grams of fat in TWO?! tablespoons. Um, no thank you. But then I came across this little bottle, and I have been enjoying it immensely ever since. It is Bernsteins Light Fantastic Cheese Fantastico. In a normal 2 Tb it has only 25 calories, 1.5 grams of fat and get this, only 370 mg of sodium!! Incredible. I've seen dressing with close to 1200 mg so this is great. It tastes amazing too. Kinda like the Olive Garden salad dressing but without all the guilt. Yay for bernesteins!



Moving right along. I tried, and tried to find a picture on the web of my next item, but no luck. Oh well. So, a while back my hubby took me out for Sushi. Not really a fan. I enjoy a good miso, and a California roll, but other than that, I'll pass. See, I rather like things cooked. Raw mostly equals squishy. Yucko. But we went to this restaurant called Tsunami. And he knows how I LOVE spicy food so he suggested the ribs. Ribs?! At a sushi place? That can't be good. But dear friends, it is. Soooooo good. And I have them every time I go. Miso, edamame, and ribs. Almost heavenly. The sauce they put on those ribs is nothing short of royalty. But then one day Hubs came home with a bottle of the enlightened sauce (jalapeno teriyaki sauce) they douse on the ribs. And well, we've been dousing it on everything from Salmon (delightful!!) to chicken even veggies. And let me tell you. It is fan-double-tastic. I'm pretty certain I could drink this straight from the bottle, but well, that's just not civilized.




My next product has been a standby for quite some time. I will freely admit that I love a good soda. And yes, I am aware of the damage it is doing to my bones and teeth, and honestly, I DON'T CARE. So, yeah. Get over it. But a while back I did try to switch over from the full sugar sodas to the diet. And lets just say I haven't been all that impressed. Until I tried the diet Sunkist. And I swear, I can't tell the difference. Yes friends, it's that good. Try it out for yourself. DIET SUNKIST = PARTY IN YOUR MOUTH.



My next food item I have been enjoying almost nightly since it was introduced to me by my good friend Stacie S. last Thursday while out with the girls. The location? A hole in the wall gas station in Zion on 17th and 17th called Stop n' Go. The food item? THE MOST DELICIOUS FAT FREE FRO YO EVER. And I have to admit, I'm kinda a snob about my fro yo. I haven't cheated on Maverick in a while. Sure, I did once on a friends recommendation to try Red Mango. Tried it. Loved it. The green tea flavor that is. But now, the green tea flavor has been discontinued because I'm sure people think that if you eat green tea ice cream apparently it is like buying a one way ticket to hell. And well, I was enjoying hell. Until they got rid of it. Too many saints headed over to the dark side I guess. So then I went back to Maverick. But ever since I've had the Stop n' Go, Fro Yo, I haven't' been back. And the last two times I went to Stop N' Go I had the Fat Free Sugar Free Frozen Yogurt. And bloggers, this was delightful. Absolutely so much that I can't stop going. I might need a Stop n' Go intervention.


So, these are my enjoyments as of late. It's the simple things people. Really.

HAGS!

TODAY. COULD IT GET ANY WORSE?

Have I ever told you that Butch Cassidy (a.k.a Robert LeRoy Parker) is one of my ancestors?

So, today, one of the things to get done on my crazy To Do list was go to the grocery store. Seems harmless enough, right? And well, usually it is. Usually it is a very calm, almost peaceful thing I get to do each week. How can this possibly be with two more-hyper-than-normal-children?

Three words.

Smiths. Marketplace. Playland.

This is my saving grace. Really. I drop the kids off to play and then I get to grocery shop in peace. And yes, I know what you are probably all thinking, *just think of all the germs!!* Well, honestly, I used to be a germ-a-phobe, but now, if someone is willing to watch my kids for free while I grocery shop? Heck, I send them in, say a quick prayer for the germs to stay away, and sanitize like hell when I'm done.

And well, it works. Cause before? They'd be whining, and crying and having tantrums the entire store for lots of random grocery-store crap that we, rather nobody, needs.

So, today, when I went to the Smiths like any other perfectly good Tuesday, and walked the kids over to the playland, I pretty much had a mild heart attack when I saw the CLOSED sign sitting on the playland check-in desk. CLOSED? CLOSED? Why? For what? It's not like I was there at 6 a.m., or anything. Just your normal 2 p.m. afternoon shopping.

So then, my options. Drag the kids all the way back out of the store, and have to find another time to come by myself, or WORSE, drag them back with me tomorrow? Uggg. Neither choice was stellar. So, I went against everything I stand for, and decided to do a quick run through with the kids in tow and pray for the best.

Well, apparently I didn't pray hard enough, or to the right Grocery store God, because let me just tell you, IT DIDN'T GO WELL.

The first meltdown happened before we even actually started the shopping. I went to grab a shopping cart, but since I had Thing 2 with me, I couldn't just get a "normal" cart, no I had to get the nasty-should-be-illegal-due-to-the-massive-amounts-of-virus-germs-on-them car shopping carts. Ewww. Just ewww. Luckily Smiths is so kind as to provide you with a Clorox wet wipe, so I grabbed ten, and went to town. Sanitized the shiz out of those steering wheels, doors, seats, pretty much anything that my kids could or would or even might touch.

After that was done, we began, but not before the giant (and I mean giant) dinosaur jawbreakers caught Thing 1's eye. He immediately started listing all the reasons he just NEEDED TO HAVE that dinosaur jawbreaker or his life was sure to be miserable. (This was the first of many things he saw that he needed. The next item in the cereal box aisle right at kid height was a potato gun. Seriously. Cause that's just the item that belongs in the cereal box aisle.)

We start going, finally, and what do you know, the one car shopping cart wheel is squeaking so loudly I literally am kinda embarrassed. Like it's my fault the wheel has never been greased. As if, somehow I should feel shame about the grocery cart wheel. But don't worry, my shame is quickly replaced by the migraine that is beginning to form from the high pitched squeak. Ugg.

I think I am doing awesome. Shopping, pretty much as fast as humanly possible. Grab this, toss it in, grab that, keep going. See, the trick with these germ carts, I mean car shopping carts, is to never really stop. Stopping means inviting the little buggers to get out of the cart. And then you have to get them back in. And then that is impossible, and then you start to go crazy. So, even when I need to grab something I'm still pushing. Which makes things a little difficult, but in the end, easier then coaxing them back in said germ cart.

Somewhere around aisle 6 Thing 2 decides that it would be a fantastic idea to lean his head out the car door while I push him around. I ask him to sit up, he just tells me he enjoys having the wind in his hair. What the? Whatever. This soon leads to his little sister needing to hang her head out her window. Now, not only is my cart twice as long as the average cart (which makes steering almost comical), but also twice as wide. Absolutely ridiculous. I'm trying with all my might to not hit any other cart, or aisle, or stand alone food pyramid, without stopping. Cause remember, stopping means trouble folks.

So, finally, I've got all the things we can't live without. And I'm headed for the checkout stand. This is where I am forced to stop. And what do you think happens? Thing 1 takes this as his embossed invitation to run wild. And his sister follows. Monkey see, monkey do. Right? Here they come, running back, only Thing 1 has a mischievous look about his face. I chalk this up to the fact that he got away. They both get back in, I pay, and we load up all the groceries in the car. I've got both kids strapped in, and I'm thinking to myself. Well, that coulda been a lot worse. And I turn around to back out of the parking spot, and notice, hmmm, how peculiar. Both of my kids are chewing gum. Chewing Gum!

Well, things just got a lot worse.

Me: "Where did you get that gum?"
Him: "What gum?"
Me: That gum you are chewing.
Him: Evil, evil comic book laugh.
Me: Thing 1!!! Only I used his real name, with my angry eyes.
Him: Still laughing
Me: Where did you get that gum?
Him: From the store.
Me: What do you mean? (I am of course thinking the worst? Was it on the floor? The germ infested shopping cart? THE GROUND?!!?)
Him: No, from the shelf at the store.
Me: (Grunting in pure frustration. )

Next thing I know, I am back to unbuckling both children, making Thing 1 turn over his stolen Orbit melon mint pack of gum. March both children back into Smiths. Go to customer service, make him turn over the package of gum. Make him apologize. And I am the winner of a seventy one cent package of gum minus two sticks. Incredible.

Ohh that child! My son the thief. The four-year-old thief. I can't believe it.

But I'm pretty sure he won't be doing that again, thanks to my super-awesome kids who shoplift speech. See, the first time. They get off easy. A little apology. Pay for the gum themselves. Get their DS taken away for the day. This type of thing. But the 2nd time?

Jail.

And really, who can I blame for this? Certainly it wasn't something I taught him. And I doubt I can get away with blaming his father. The only thing I can come up with is that it's in his blood. The same blood that ran through Butch's veins is running through Thing 1's. Man I'm in for it.

Hope your day is going better than mine!

WHO WEARS SHORT SHORTS?

ED WEARS SHORT SHORTS!!!

Decided to bring my facebook discussion over to blogger.

For those of you who for some crazy reason weren't able to catch The Bachelorette this week, I looked, and looked, everywhere for a still of Ed in his little green shorts, but couldn't find one. So, a you tube video will have to do. But don't worry, you don't have to watch for long. His little John Stockton inspired lovelies show up within the first 15 seconds.

And I have to know. Do we like the Ed's version of fashion-forward swimwear, or is it just a bit too much white man thigh?

Alls I know, is if those trunks don't have a little mesh undie built in, so help us all. I was afraid the whole episode a little of Ed's junk was gonna slip right on out of his trunks if ya know what I mean. So, let your voice be heard. Comments are now open.

Now, I don't' want to sway your opinion, but on a side note, um, what is going on? I really liked Reid. Like alot. And saw Jills and Reid all old and wrinkled and happy together forever. But instead she goes with Ed & his whack fashion sense. Did she ever think that maybe the reason they weren't in the "mood" was because of his shorts? I'm telling you. Short-short green swim trunks aren't all that seksy if ya catch my drift.

BRILLS

Saw this on my friend Aimee's blog, and think it is absolutely brilliant. As soon as this is available in my area, I'm getting it for sure. This is such a great idea, especially for the new business. Thanks Aim, for the great tip! And you are absolutely right, just another reason why Google is King!

LOVE YOU GRANDPA!

Ottis M. Plant Colonel, U.S. Army Ottis was a kind and gentle man whose life personified impeccable integrity, wisdom, perseverance, and strength of character. He was born on August 16, 1918, in Richmond, Utah, to Henry Thomas Plant and Edith Louisea Webb. Ottis was a graduate of Utah State University, a member of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, and a cadet in the Army ROTC program. Originally planning a career in dental medicine, he was commissioned a Second Lieutenant and, with the breakout of World War II, placed on active duty in 1940. While stationed in the Territory of Alaska, Ottis met and fell in love with a beautiful woman named Beverly Schmidt from St. Louis, Mo. She worked as an executive secretary, teletype operator, and multiplex operator for the Alaska Communication System, Signal Corp, U.S. Army, in Anchorage. They were married on June 17, 1944, in El Paso, Texas, and the marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. During his 29 years of military service, he, Beverly, and his mother-in-law, Clara, whom he loved dearly, moved 21 times. Preceded in death by Beverly and Clara, Ottis rejoined them on July 9, 2009. Ottis served in numerous prestigious command and leadership assignments while serving as a career Army Officer. Highlights of his military service with the Defense Intelligence Agency include assignments as Chief, Intelligence Planning Group, J2, Joint Chiefs of Staff; Assistant Chief of Staff for Intelligence and Collection of Intelligence, G2, Army General Staff; and Chief, Training and Education (Intelligence), G2, Army General Staff. Ottis also served as Chief Instructor, Command and Leadership Department, U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, at Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas. Notwithstanding the aforementioned, Ottis regarded his most meaningful assignment as Commander of an Air Defense Battalion in South Korea for thirteen months while assigned to the 8th U.S. Army. His battalion was deployed on mountaintops in battery sized units with surveillance search radar and hawk antiaircraft missiles overlooking North Korea with the mission to monitor and counter Soviet aircraft flown by Chinese and North Korean pilots. While stationed in Korea, Ottis served as President of the first LDS District in South Korea. It was here that he met President Gordon B. Hinckley during a Sunday worship service in Seoul. In President Hinckley's book, Go Forward with Faith, he describes the testimony meeting on page 257 as follows: "It was one of the most moving experiences of my life to listen to them. Here were strong military men who wept as they thanked the Lord for the Gospel, for their families, and one another..And so it went for the better part of three hours to become an unforgettable spiritual experience." Ottis concluded his military career as the Professor of Military Science at the University of Utah. He and his family resided in Quarters 13A, Officer's Circle, on historic Fort Douglas. Ottis was directly responsible for obtaining the "Thunder Ute" cannon that is fired after Utah touchdowns. He was also instrumental in developing the Army ROTC programs at Brigham Young University and the Weber State University. Ottis voluntarily served the University of Utah faculty as an adjunct professor in the Department of Geography. His numerous awards and decorations include the Joint Services Commendation Medal and the Legion of Merit. After retirement, Ottis was selected to become the President and General Manager of National Distribution Systems (NDS) at Freeport Center, Clearfield, Utah. He developed this company into one of the largest and most efficient storage and distribution facilities in the United States. Nominated by his executive secretary, Ottis was recognized as "Boss of the Year" in 1971 by the National Secretarial Association for his leadership example, achievements, and personal care of employees. After his second retirement, Ottis worked as a leadership and management consultant and lecturer. He was a requested speaker and addressed such diverse organizations as a Scientific Seminar for the Department of Agriculture, the Geographer's Association, and the National Association of Shippers Advisory Board. Ottis once again answered the call of duty, this time for the State of Utah, when Governor Cal Rampton asked him to serve as Chairman of the State Liquor Control Commission in 1978. Ottis was a proud and serving member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints throughout his military and civilian career. His callings while in the military included District President, Stake High Counsel, and Independent Branch President. After military retirement,, Ottis served as a Host and Guide on Temple Square for ten years. He and his wife, Beverly, served two church leadership missions in the Temple View Stake, 4th Ward, and Liberty Stake, 8th Ward. They also served as Temple Workers in the Salt Lake City Temple. When Ottis wasn't serving his Church, his Country, or his State, he was golfing. He learned to golf as a left handed player while in the military service because "playing right-handed made the game too easy!" One of Ottis' proudest moments occurred on November 12, 2005, at the Utah vs. New Mexico Football game, when he was recognized by the University of Utah as the Blue Cross Blue Shield "Super Fan" for his contributions to the university and for being the father of three sons who all received their undergraduate degrees from Utah. Go Utes! Ottis is survived by his sons, COL (Ret) Thomas O. Plant (Eleanor), Randall A. Plant (Paula), and Gary Lee Plant (Connie), nine grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank the staff, nurses, and CNAs at Alta Ridge Assisted Living in Sandy and 1st Choice Hospice for the love and compassionate care they provided Ottis during the last six months of his life. Graveside services with Military Honors will be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at 11:30 am at the Salt Lake City Cemetery, 200 North "N" Street, SLC, UT. Family and friends may call Wednesday morning from 10:00 to 11:00 am at Larkin Sunset Lawn Mortuary, 2350 East 1300 South, SLC. UT prior to services. Please send condolences to the family at www.larkinmortuary.com

FOUND IT!

Pure Brilliance, right?

KILLED IT!

Okay, so I've been scouring the web for some video of these two killing their Wade Robson routine from last night's SYTYCD, but nothing is up yet. As soon as I find it, I will post it.

I just absolutely love Wade Robson's routines. They are so unique, and clever, and have fabulous choreography. They are 100% entertaining, and leave you always wanting more. He is so quirky, and creative. And every routine he puts out is amazing. But the one he rocked last night was insane! This was the first time this season I've rewound my DVR to watch a routine. I loved it that much! An to be honest, I'm not much of a Janette or a Brandon fan. I much prefer Kayla and Kupono, (and I love Mia too and her choreography) but I just thought these two killed it last night. First their fox trot, which was off the hook, and then their Wade Robson routine! They just hit every single beat. Made me want to dance around like a thief ;) I was so impressed.

Sometimes I feel like Mia gets alot of buzz for her routines, which she should since they are amazing, but in my opinion Wade just goes that extra mile. His routines are totally different, yet they tell a story and make you think. And frankly, I like that. I wish he was more of a regular on the show and definitely should judge an ep. He would be an amazing critique. I just think he brings such a unique perspective that SYTYCD needs.

So enough hubbub. When the video is up, I will post it here for you so you can feast your eyes on a little bit of awesomeness this Thursday. Stay tuned.

DID HE, OR DIDN'T HE?

Well, I tried to stay away. Really I did. No, not from watching the Bachelorette silly, but from blogging about the Bachelorette.

But I just can't go on about my life and not discuss this with you all. Because this is important. Really. Cause I know as much as you don't want to admit it, you're watching it too. And loving every single trashy minute.

So, guys, what's our opinion. Did he have a girlfriend or didn't he?


Was Jake just totally coming back to screw things up for Wes? Or was there an actual girlfriend? And if so, just for the record, I hope to high heaven there isn't one anymore. What girl would let her boyfriend go on a dating show?! Insane! So, I know he said somewhere amongst his drunken limo ride home that "he was the first bachelor to make it it to fourth place with a girlfriend." Was this a bad case of drunk dialing, without the dialing? Or the drunken truth?

Please let your voice be heard. Comments are now open.

A FUTURE IN HEAVY WEIGHT BOXING?

I swear, if I have to send Thing 2 to her room one more time for biting Thing 1's ear, I'm going to have to start calling her Tyson and him Evander.

She has done it three times already. I need a vacation.

MY NEW TIME WASTER

Okay, well, If you are wondering why I've been such a crappy blogger as of late, it's because of this little item above. That's right friends, I've got myself a new toy, and I've been loving every minute of it.

Well, while we were on vacation we lost our camera. Which I am completely bummed about because we had some really great pics on there. So, since we needed a new camera, I've been researching them, and even bought one and hated it. The pictures just weren't very good, and so I was going to have to spend a couple hundred dollars on one that could take great ones.

Then one day while we were at the pool, I asked my friend Kristin, if her iphone took good pictures. And she showed me a few, and it did. We started talking about her phone, and if she liked it, and all the crazy cool things it could do. She told me that they had the new ones on sale right now, and I decided I would look into it.

I found out I only had 30 days left on my current cell phone plan, so I went ahead at got the iphone. I went with the 3GS since it came with a little bit nicer camera and video as well. I am really enjoying this purchase because of all the neat things it can do.

So, I thought for those of you with iphones or itouches, I would go ahead and list my favorite apps that have been sucking my time away and maybe possibly you would share your favs with me.

Okey dokey.

• First off, I really do love that I have my camera and camcorder built in to my phone. I was always forgetting my camera everywhere I went, and my old cell phone took really crappy pictures. You could tell they were from a cell phone. These ones not so much.
• The other thing I am finding that I really enjoy about this phone is the built-in calendar. Now, I know my old phone probably had one too, but I am just now, for the first time beginning to see the brilliance it in. No need to carry around my little pocket calendar. Awesome.
• I love the note pad on there, that I can just jot down a quick blog idea, or my grocery list.
• It is great to have my ipod in there too, since I've been rocking the ipod mini forever, which incidentally isn't really so "mini" compared to the other ipods out there.
• The built-in compass is pretty cool. Especially for someone who used to believe that north was always in front of you. ;)

Now for my favorite apps.

1. google. Love that I can google random things anywhere. This is great for proving my point. Say we are out, and we are arguing about a technicality, google will always have my back.
2. Accuweather. Love that I can get hourly updates on the weather, as well as a 15 day forcast.
3. New York Times. Love that I can catch up on the news via my phone.
4. Huffington Post. Love this blog.
5. Facebook. Fun time sucker.
6. Scriptures. Yes, I put scriptures before facebook. No more lugging the books around.
7. Hymns. I do have them on here, but no I don't sing. Ever. But I can lipsynch the hymns like a champ. If you heard me sing, you just might say a prayer of thanks that I do lipsynch.
8. Pandora. Awesome little station. Put in a song you like, it will play songs it thinks you will like cause you like that other one. Bad explanation. Good application.
9. Espn. This is on here, cause I love hubs. Can find the score to any Sox game at the touch of a button.
10. Around Me. Will find any restaurant or store or gas station around you. Uses the gps in my phone. Love this.
11. Urban spoon. Want to find the nearest Sushi? Just punch in sushi and there you go. Kinda like Around me.
12. Fandango. Like this one for being able to check what movies are playing where.
13. Wells Fargo.
14. Check please. Will tabulate the tip on any amount plus split the check into however many ways necessary. Totally silly, but still fun.
15. Polarize Me. One of my favorite apps. Turns your regular photos into Polaroids. Too fun.
16. My Wireless att. Lets you check how many minutes you've burned through, or text messages.
17. Run K Pro. This one is probably one of my most used. So, the other day I couldn't find my gps watch I usually run with, so Hubs said, I bet they have an app for that. And sure enough. It cost me ten bucks, but it is awesome. So I just have to carry my phone while I run, which I do anyway cause of my ipod, and it will tell me how fast I'm running, my distance, and how long it's been. It also has all sorts of other sports on there, like cycling, cross country skiing, rollerblading. SA weet. And at the end, it will pull up a little map, so I can see where I went. Too cool. If you are a runner, I highly recommend this app.
18. 
    
    Shazam. So awesome. Watching tv and a commercial comes on, and you want to know the name of the song? Just hold your phone up to the speaker, and it will tell you the title and artist. Loves it.
19. 
    
    restraunts. This app is awesome. Will tell you the nutritional information from pretty much any chain restaurant.
20. i handy level. Phone becomes an instant level.
21. youtube.
22. blocked. Fun little game. Thanks for the tip Aim.
23. Pac Man. Keeps the kids thoroughly entertained.
24. Scramble. Makes me feel like an idiot. I hate this. Hubs loves it.
25. bublewrap. Again, kid fav.
26. Lightsaber. Thing 1 thinks this is the coolest ever. Phone turns into a light saber. Makes the cool sounds and everything.
27. Paper Toss. I suck at this.
28. Ice Age 3D. Thing 1 loves the skate ramp.
29. Wild West. My game of choice. Pin ball machine.
30. Sprout Dress Chica. My kids love to play this in the car. Dress up the chicken. Laugh your head off.
31. Adventure Preschool games. Colors, numbers, shapes, body, matching sounds. Thing 2 enjoys this.
32. i coloring.
33. doodle kids
34. jirbo match. Thing 2's favorite app. Matching game.
35. i write. Practice writing your letters.
36. bus. The wheels on the bus. Kids love this one. But the song is annoying.
37. mini piano. show off your skillz.
38. scoops. Kid game, but I could play for hours. Catch the scoops on the cone, avoid the veggies. Brilliant.
39. email. Duh. How could I forget. Love being able to send and get e-mail while I'm at the pool.

And there you have it. My iphone post. Sorry I've been a crappy blogger. It's just so addicting. But never fear. I've got a little list of posts rockin' in my notes app, and I just signed up for mobile blogger so I can post from my new phone. Watch out.