Annie Beth

Make a Wish Trip!

2010-02-08T21:25:00.001-08:00

We have arrived in Orlando !

Let the fun begin....
First stop the Village that would be our home for the next week.

Mickey and Minnie came to see us at the Village.

Preston being a judge at the "Village Idol"

The kids with the volunteers that took them for a night

for "parents night out"

Brock playing a game during Double Dare

Bryson and Mom doing a jig,

Horse backing riding at the Village!

So much fun and it is only the end on day one!

My favorite Pirate Preston.

Bryson and his hero Handy Manny!

Ashlee and her newest green friend

Diego was a hit !

Yes we had ice cream for breakfast!

Watching for our plane to come take us home.

All good things come to an end!

This was a trip of a lifetime and I am so grateful that

they let me be a part of it.

What makes a "Make a Wish" trip to disneyworld

better then anyother?

A fast pass to everything.

The kids saw all the fun charcters

we stood in line to see Pooh and Tigger

for like 40 mintues only to find

out we need to only flash the pass!

Well never a line did we stand in again.

Give Kids the World!

Wow what a place that was.

www gktw.org

Check it out.

I think we all had a grand time.

I rode all the roller costers with the

older kids..

Watching Bryson face light up

around every corner was priceless!

I have a ton of pictures.

Let me know if you want to see more and I will

send you a link to my snapfish account.

Essay about me!

2010-02-03T10:52:00.000-08:00

Chase had to write an essay about his favorite person and he picked me!

I love all my kiddos. They bring me such joy !

I was honored to be chosen as his favorite person.

My Favorite Person

My favorite person that I am going to write about today is my aunt. Me and my sisters call her Annie. Her real name is Beth. She has brown eyes and also brown hair.I picked my aunt because she has 12 nieces and nephews. I am the 4th oldest out of the 12. My aunt is so amazing because she loves each and every one of us. She will fly across the states just to see the ones who live far way. I am so lucky that she only lives 5 minutes away. She lives in Clearfield and works in Salt Lake City. She is an office manger for a group of doctors at the U of U Hospital. My aunt is one of the most amazing people ever, and I love her. She comes and watches all my football games. I can hear her yelling on the sidelines. She makes me special. She also has a really good sense of humor and we laugh at each others jokes. I am so lucky she is in my life.

NO! I am very lucky he is in my life!!!

Bryson Gets his Wish

2010-01-30T17:08:00.000-08:00

Make a Wish gave Bryson and his family

a trip to Disney World.

And I was lucky enough to get join in the fun!

Before the big trip Make a Wish

gave him a little pizza party.

When they got home that night he was ready to leave.

Poor guy had to wait another 4 days

Christmas 2009

2010-01-30T16:49:00.001-08:00

As sad as it is, I took no pictures this Christmas..

Jennifer and family flew in from Denver

Eric and family came down for Christmas Eve.

So we had at least one day that most of us were together.

Christmas seems to be the hardest time.

Mom love Christmas and had everything decked out

and she cooked up a storm.

It took everything I had to put up my tree.

Good thing my friend Yvonne was in town and

helped with that project.

I miss my parents everyday but Christmas time

seems to be the worse for me.

I am grateful for my siblings that take great care of me.

I am grateful for all my nieces and nephews that bring me such joy.

I am most grateful for the knowledge I have that

I will see my parents again.

I BELIEVE IN THE REASON FOR THE SEASON!

Thanksgiving in Ohio

2010-01-30T16:22:00.000-08:00

Little Eviee.
Isaac is a hoot.

We went to the Children's Museum and ran

into Mr and Mrs Clause

Elana and Eliza.

David and Eliza

Baptism day.

The Jones Family.

So I flew to Ohio for Thanksgiving and

Eliza's Baptism.

It was great to see Sara and her family.

It had been much to long.

Oh Scotty!

2010-01-30T16:14:00.001-08:00

Scott had a quadruple bypass right before

Thanksgiving.

He had stents placed several times in the last year

and they were just not helping.

So the decided surgery was the way to go.

It was a tough day sitting in the waiting room.

Something our family knows a little to much about.

But we knew that he had some speical Angels watching over him

And alot of family and friends praying for him.

I thank everyone for those answered prayers!

Scott is doing well and getting back into

his regular routine.

One more Trip to Bishop!

2010-01-30T15:58:00.001-08:00

My trip to Bishop this time was to see the fabulous Bedwell family.

Their father passed away few years ago and they came back

to Bishop to bury his ahes.

I was glad that I was able to make the trip and visit

with them.

The view at the football game. Not sure there is a

better one anywhere.

Chuck Bedwell and Todd Thornburg.

Chuckie and me.

Always a plus to see Tawni when I am home.

I am go grateful for all my trips "home" this year.

I think it has helped me heal . To see old

friends after so many years has been

priceless!

Family Photos

2010-01-30T15:23:00.001-08:00

Eric and Jennylin were nice enough to include me in their

family photos.
Jennylin, Eric, Me, Sara and Scott

Brock is my little Boogalu

Me and Ashlee my Sporty Princess

Annie and her little Buggie Bug

Sara Jarvie a great family friend. Was our photographer

along with her brother

Scott Jarvie.

They both are great at what they do.

Thanks Jarvies for a fun fun day!

Ashlee, Eric and Brock

Ashlee and Sara

Me and my kiddos

Eric and Jennylin

Was a beautiful day and the colors were amazing.

Pictures are pricless and I am glad I was part of this amazing day.

Halloween

2010-01-30T15:04:00.000-08:00

Bryson the cutest little football player ever!

Ashlee was Undecided..So she wore things from
past costumes.

Batman Brock had an issue with one of his ears.

Natalie was GI Jane or something like that.

Her friend Ben was her victim.

Nikki was a tea plate. Her friend was the cup.

Uncle Scotty and Bryson.

Preston , Chase and Josh.

What can I say besides they are boys!!

Seattle or Bust

2010-01-30T14:38:00.000-08:00

I found myself lucky enough to go to Seattle with my friend Bernice.

We went there for "work"

I think there was more play then work.

But hey that was so not our fault..

We had dinner at the Space Needle

Went on a Duck Tour around the city.
Beautiful!

Bernice in the Lobby of the hotel.

I was amazed at all the beautiful flowers. The colors

were unbelieveable.

Then yet another Facebook reunion!

The Perkins family.

Steve, Cara, Melodie.

They took me out for a great breakfast.

It was really the highlight of the trip!

( I use to babysit Cara)

Labor Day Girls Road Trip

2010-01-30T13:56:00.000-08:00

I love that Natalie and Nikki like to hang with their Annie.

We had a great road trip to Bishop over Labor Day Weekend.

Our friend Robin was brave enough to come along! I think

she loved every minute of it.

Walking around Main Street and acting like tourists.

One of the highlights of the trip was having some more Facebook Reunions.
Mom and Pop Owen. I spent a lot of time at their house during High School
and then again when I was in Lancaster.. Love them to death!

Yvonne my BFF from HS and still 25 years later.

Then of course there was the Inyo County Fair.

Craig Thornburg and I catching up after 26 years.

I was his and Todd's gum supplier through HS.

And yes I had a purse full for the reunion.

The Destruction Derby. Still the highlight of fair time.

Nikki with her new Cousins Jordan and Danielle.

Ah Tina my little "sister" with her cute kiddos

Jordan and Owen.

Robert, Tina and Me..

Love them! So glad we are still family after all these years.

Then the best part is Mamma Kay!

She is the real reason for all my trips

home to Bishop. Don her husband

is a great guy and I love them both!

I love going home as often as I can.

I am glad the girls were with me and

put up with all my "visiting" with friends.

One picture I never seem to get is one

with Lorrel Mclaughlin. She is very

dear to me and I have lunch with her

everytime I am in town. Thanks Lorrel!

Facebook Reunion in Vegas

2009-09-17T20:36:00.000-07:00

Holly, Kristen, Michele, Me.

Facebook has been a fun thing for me. Finding old friends from Highschool and keeping track of friends all over the place.

Well for my Birthday Michele was kind enough to arrange a trip to Vegas for us.

We had a great time catching up and spending the day at the spa!

It was perfect.

Thanks Michele!

Quick Trip To California

2009-08-18T09:49:00.000-07:00

Roberta and Jennifer Roberta and Beth

Our old house in Lakewood CA.

So shortly after getting home from Hawaii I was on the move again
to California. The time had come that Roberta (my step-mom) needed to be
moved in to a Nursing home.. Her Alzheimer's is getting worse and she no
longer can stay in her home. So Jennifer and I met up with our step-brother Greg
and tried to get the house in order..BIG and I do mean BIG job. We ended up
hiring an Estate Company to come tackle the task.

So we found ourselves with a little free time. We headed down to Huntingbeach where
Roberta is now living. It is a really nice place and her sister Nancy is only about 10 mintues away. Nancy takes great care of Roberta which is a great thing since all of us kids
live so far away. On the way there we had a few "remember when" moments.
We drove thru the old neighborhood. I was amazed that Jennifer was able to get us there.

Then we headed over to Lake Elsinore to see our cousin Rob and check out the golf course where
he works..

Even though I had some hard moments being at Dad and Roberta's and going more of thier things it was a great trip.

Then it was on to Vegas........ More to come.

Hawaiian Sunsets

2009-07-18T19:32:00.000-07:00

Need I say more?

We have some beautiful sunsets here in Utah

but I have never seen anything like the ones

I have seen in Hawaii.. Magical!!!!!!!

Pearl Habor

2009-07-14T19:50:00.000-07:00

You can not visit Hawaii and not take time to go to Pearl Harbor.

They take you out to the actual sight of the USS Arizona

They ask you to be quiet and reverent like when there.

(Some did not heed to that)

Over 900 sailors were buried with the ship.

We put flowers into the water in memory of our Parents

and those that were gave of their lives all those years before and now.

A Year Has Passed

2009-06-07T16:59:00.000-07:00

We were all very pleased with the headstone
Missed having Eric here with us.
Put way to go Preston for doing so well at his
Pitch, Hit and Run contest!

They did not get the headstone laid but it worked
out being able to take better pictures.

This was Mom's sign that we decided to hang in the

tree right above her!

Jennifer and Bronte

Bronte' and Nikki

Naters

Chase

Jennifer and Eviee given Love

Bronte', Nikki and Natalie

The day was beautiful and nice to be with family.

Weekend in the Mountains

2009-05-27T09:39:00.000-07:00

This is Jennifer and Mark's Cabin up in Grand Lake Colorado.

We invaded them this last weekend. Boy did we have a Great time.

Mark and Jennifer

Preston just having a fun time posing for pictures.

Bronte' and Ashlee having a little girl time on the hammock.

Ashlee kicking back with Brock and Bryson

Annie taking a picture with Preston while waiting for the town Bingo game to start.

Bryson loving the slide..

Brockers drying off the slide after the rain.

Ashlee and Bronte' riding the 4wheelers

Bronte' and Ashlee playing Bingo. None of us won but we had fun.

Helmets are a must to ride the 4 wheelers.

Preston is a pro.. The kids just rode around the driveway.

They would have rode all day if allowed.

Look at the smile.Bryson was loving it.

Brock and no problems driving Mom around!

Annie and Bug!

If driving 4 wheelers was not enough we gave the

Go Carts a couple spins.

Ashlee was very much the "Princess" while driving.

Bronte' quit texting long enough to drive herself.

Thanks Eric and Jennylin for letting me tag along

on this great weekend. Thanks Mark and Jennifer for

sharing your beautiful cabin with us.

I can not wait till we go again.

May is Mom's Month

2009-05-09T17:08:00.000-07:00

The last few days I have been looking back to where we were last year at this time.

Mom was in the hospital celebrating Mother's Day.

We sat around her bed watching the Player's Championship.

Jeff was doing well, which did not help Mom's blood pressure and heart rate!

She had been moved to the regular floor so our hopes were high that she would be

coming home soon.

Mom would end up back in the ICU.

It is here she would spend her birthday.

It was there that she would return home

to Heaven!

Those that know me, know that Mom and I had our struggles.

We often did not see eye to eye.

A lot of arguments and discontent.

But I loved her. I hope she knew that.

I am grateful that I got to be with her

everyday during this time. It was not always easy

but I was glad that I was there.

Mom I miss you and think of you everyday.

Happy Mother's Day

Happy Birthday!

Mother dear, I love you so.

Your happy, smiling face

Is such a joy to look at;

It makes home a lovely place.
Mother dear, I love you so.

Your lovely, shining eyes

Are just like stars that twinkle

Way up in the bright blue skies.
Mother dear, I love you so.

I’ll try the whole day through

To please our Heav’nly Father.

I’m so glad he gave me you.

Easter

2009-04-16T20:47:00.001-07:00

I went to Wyoming for the Easter weekend
It was fun to watch the kids dye the eggs.
Earlier in the week I got to dye eggs with the Utah kids
(sorry no pictures)

It is always fun to be with my "kids"
After eggs we watched Bolt.
Oh how I love John Travolta.
(Even if it was just his voice.)

Saturday was The Easter Egg Hunt.
It was Bryson's first year and
Ashlee was too old.

It was fun watching him go after the eggs.
The down fall was all the age groups went at the
same time so I didn't get to watch Brock and Preston.

We had a nice Ham dinner on Sunday
before I came back home. Thanks
Wyoming clan for a great time.

When I got home I met up with the Utah
family and went to Mom's grave site.
Mom always added that special
touch to all the holidays.
Mom and Dad were missed.

Happy Birthday Eviee

2009-03-29T10:06:00.001-07:00

Happy First Birthday

My Sweet Little Angel Girl!

Feeling My Parents Close by..

2009-03-22T13:11:00.000-07:00

Have you ever felt a love one so close by you almost think(wish) you could reach out a touch them?

I have been missing my parents more then words can express. As we approach the anniversary of Dad's passing I find myself more emotional and bit unstable.. I had a lot of time in Park City this week to reflect on a lot of things and shed a lot of tears for my Dad, Mom and myself. This morning as I was leaving to come home this song was on the radio..You are loved (Don't give up) I am sure I have heard it before but today I REALLY heard it. Josh Groban sings it so I took it as a song from Mom sent to me to help get through these next few weeks..

I added it to my playlist. So turn up your speakers

and take a listen. I am sure it has a message

for all of us!

"You Are Loved (Don't Give Up)"

Don't give up

It's just the weight of the world

When your heart's heavy

I will lift it for you

Don't give up

Because you want to be heard

If silence keeps you

I will break it for you

Everybody wants to be understood

Well I can hear you

Everybody wants to be loved

Don't give up

Because you are loved

Don't give up

It's just the hurt that you hide

When you're lost inside

I will be there to find you

Don't give up

Because you want to burn bright

If darkness blinds you

I will shine to guide you

Everybody wants to be understood

Well I can hear you

Everybody wants to be loved

Don't give up

Because you are loved

You are loved

Don't give up

It's just the weight of the world

Don't give up

Every one needs to be heard

You are loved

Benefit Concert for Paul Cardall

2009-03-11T11:53:00.000-07:00

I am a big believer in Paying it Forward and I think this is a great Benefit! Paul is a Heart Buddy of my nephew Bryson's.

MONDAY, APRIL 6TH. Kurt Bestor, Peter Breinholt, and Ryan Shupe and the Rubberband, along with other talented artists will perform a benefit concert for Cardall on Monday, April 6 at Cottonwood High School. The “Living for Eden Concert,” so named in honor of Cardall’s 3-year-old daughter, will get underway at 7:30 p.m. A silent auction will precede the concert beginning at 6:30 p.m.

“It is a rare opportunity to see these three popular artists on a single stage,” said Jeremy Barron of the Baron Group, another friend of Cardall’s who is producing the concert. “I have produced a lot of concerts, some of which have been benefits. Never has a concert hit so closely to home as this benefit concert. Paul has helped a lot of people through his music, benefit events and work with other musicians. I think I can speak for all of us involved when I say that we are honored and excited to help one of our own."

Cardall, who was born 35 years ago with a severe congenital heart defect, has been on the waiting list for a heart transplant since last August. He has been limited in his ability to support his family and to meet escalating medical expenses during his prolonged illness. Seeing their friend’s condition, Cardall’s colleagues decided to do what they do best – make music and use their talents to benefit Paul, his wife Lynnette and their daughter Eden.

“Each of us wanted to do something to benefit Paul,” said Peter Breinholt. “Coming together as we are is our way of paying tribute to, as well as helping, one of our own. A hundred percent of the proceeds will go to help Paul with his mounting expenses.”"I’ve known Paul for many years,” said Ryan Shupe, “and we are honored and excited to help him in his time of need, not to mention we get to share the stage with some other incredible musicians. It’s going to be a great night!"Tickets for the concert are available online at http://www.livingforeden.com/ beginning Wednesday, March 11th and they can also be purchased at the door the day of the concert. The cost will be $12.00 per person, while those buying groups of five or more tickets can get them at $10.00 each.

The Drama Queen's Brother!!

2009-03-02T15:53:00.000-08:00

The Drama Queens Brother!
By: Natalie Quinney

You were born, late at night,
on a cold Autumn evening.
I was almost 6,
As I boldly told the nurse.
Momma glared at my tiny white lie,
Do you remember that?

One year later, you begin to walk.
You followed me around like I meant the world to you.
I'd turn around and chase and giggle
and wrestle you to the ground,
Momma glared at my roughness,
Do you remember that?

Oh man! When you were four,
Your sister and I would paint your nails and dress you up in pretty pink dresses.
We'd dance and sing, the three of us.
Daddy glared at me for treating a boy like a girl.
Do you remember that?

I taught you how to ride a bike.
Not realizing the monster I would create.
Then you could torment the neighbors on wheels.
We built jumps, and destroyed things.
The mud was a blast.
Daddy glared at me for letting you get dirty.
Do you remember that?

You started playing football,
grew tough and tall.
You practiced your tackles on your siblings, the poor innocent, hopeless sisters.
Momma glared at your brutality.
Do you remember that?

I love to sit and watch you,
create and be yourself.
Your room is a mess, your head is hard.
But your passion runs deep.
An animal isn't an animal, its more like a friend.
Revenge is an internal drive,
Someone to love is everything,
And the adventure is always something to find.
Momma smiles at how much we are alike.
Do you remember that?

Natalie wrote this and I just had to share!

She is a great writer!

No place like home..No Place like home...

2009-02-16T19:43:00.001-08:00

When I click my heels 3 times and say "There's no place like Home" this is where I end up.
I took the time this weekend and went to Bishop CA. I only spent 7 years of my life there but it will always be the place I call "Home". I feel such a since of peace and well being when I am there.

This picture was taken from the porch of Kay Kessler. She as been a second Mom to me for the last 25 plus years. I love to sit on her porch and stare at the view. I have had a lot of great conversations on that porch. If that porch could talk...(thank goodness it can not)

I had my 18th birthday party on the front lawn. I left my VW bug in neutral and it rolled backwards and almost hit the neighbors Porsche' but did hit the telephone poll!!

I could go to Bishop and never leave that porch and would consider it a great trip...

This trip I was able to get together with some great friends. One that I had not seen in 21 years.
It was a great trip...

I love being here in Utah and love being around my family and I would not change any of that.

Another Fun Weekend with the Kids

2009-02-11T09:50:00.001-08:00

Ashlee won a essay contest and got to be a Jr Musher at the Dog Sled race. The last leg of the race was in Park City. It started off as a sunny day but soon turned into a blizzard. But that made it more fun for Ashlee I think.
This is Ashlee and her Mentor Melanie or the last leg of their ride.
They crashed right before. Ashlee said that was fun.
Melanie had trouble seeing around Ashlee as Ashlee was
about 4 inches taller then Melanie!

At the end of the ride Ashlee got to control the sled by herself.

Here you can see better how much taller she was then Melanie.

Also Melanie was the overall winner for the race. Woo Hoo!

Brock, Bryson and Nikki just hanging out watching all the

"Puppies"

Ashlee, Brock, Bryson, Chase and Preston

Nikki and Ashlee

Annie and her Bug!

Thanks kiddos for another fun filled day!

Show me how to Play the Wii

2009-02-04T08:43:00.001-08:00

So Jennylin and the kids came down Friday night on their way down to Provo. I truly love being a stop over! Jenny took Preston and Ashlee to the movies and I had Brock and Bryson at home with me. I told Brock I needed him to teach me to play the Wii. Needless to say I never got the controller away from either of the Boys. But that was ok! It was fun watching them have a good time. Bryson is not really playing but he would never know that! Brock has all the moves down including the sticking out of the tongue!

Remembering a Friend...

2009-01-23T10:17:00.000-08:00

These past few weeks I have been honored to remember a dear friend. I actually think of her and miss her often. Melanie's Mom asked me to write a letter to the parole board in Melanie's behalf. I struggled with my feelings and what to say. With the help of several friends this is the finished product.

To Whom It May Concern:

It is truly a difficult task to put into words all of the emotion I feel regarding the events that occurred on June 21, 1988. It is difficult to convey how this one act changed my life, but I will do my best to explain.

My name is Beth, and I want to share with you my story regarding my best friend and soul sister, Melanie Mclaughlin. When I look back at the significant people and events in my life, I list her as one of the most important facets in shaping who I am today. Melanie and I had that special bond which tied us together - one spirit to another. We did not have to hang out together every day at school. We always knew that we could seek each other out during the worst of times and the best of times. I find myself even to this day wanting to turn to her during my difficult times and to share with her my joy as well.

After high school we went our separate ways but always stayed in touch. We wrote letters often and talked by phone when we could. We cherished the times we actually got to spend with one other. Mike controlled even those times very closely; he did not allow Melanie to have friends, so it was very difficult to spend much time with her.

I remember Melanie telling me that she would have to read my letters in the bathroom so Mike would not read them. I was always so very careful with what I wrote, just in case he intercepted a letter. I had to mail letters from other friends along with mine, so Mike would not know she was communicating with anyone. It angered him to the point that Melanie had to hide any form of communication with her friends.

In August of 1987, I received a call from Melanie telling me that she wanted out of her relationship with Mike. She did not know where to go. I told her she should go home to Bishop, CA, and spend some time with her family. She was so afraid to do that because she knew that was the first place Mike would go to find her. I then told her she was welcome to stay with me for however long she needed to. She thought that was a good idea since Mike did not know where I lived. (In retrospect, I am not sure that Mike even had a clue who I was. She kept our friendship from him for fear of retribution.) Regretfully, she never took me up on my offer.
In September of 1987, I moved out of state to Hawaii but still kept in contact with Melanie. It was different by then, however. I failed to pick up on subtle changes until it was too late for Melanie. Her letters were vague and never said much of anything regarding her life. She was just full of questions about my life. Phone conversations were few and far between as neither of us could afford the bill.

I remember talking with her shortly before she was murdered and hearing her express concern in regards to the controlling, jealous behavior exhibited by her fiancé, Mike, who sits before you today. She was truly fearful at that point.

I talked to her briefly about the subject and how unhealthy it was to be in a relationship with someone who has such a state of mind. In hind sight, I wish I would have talked with her more and convinced her that she had to take action. I believe that she wanted to make changes but was too afraid to go through with them. I also firmly believe Mike knew she wanted out of their relationship and was not willing to let her go.I remember the day I got the shocking news that she had been murdered by Mike - that he had felt it necessary to shoot her not once, but twice. I was staggered by the senseless permanence of such a cowardly act. For one person to feel so powerful and not consider the value of another human being’s life is incomprehensible to me. The guilt I have carried all of these years for not insisting she leave this abusive relationship has been unbearable at times. It is difficult to write this letter and relive the feeling that I simply did not do enough to get her out of that terrible relationship with such a monster. I lived with that guilt for many, many years, and when I think of her, I can’t help but think “what if?” It was not until July of 2005 that I was able to visit Melanie at her resting place and come to peace with myself for all that she suffered.

I am still brokenhearted that I will never again have any interaction or laughter-filled conversations with Melanie. I will never be able to reminisce with my dear friend about our past, nor share any of the events that would have happened since that day she was killed. But worst of all, Melanie will never have any of the joys or day-to-day experiences that the rest of us take for granted. Her life was taken from her and she was taken from all that knew and loved her. This was not her choice! And the man who sits before you asking to be free is responsible for this very act.

I ask you, what will stop him from doing this again? He obviously does not value the gift of a human life, nor does he value his own life if he was able to shoot in cold blood the person he shared his life with. It chills me to think of him out in the world, free to prey on another innocent victim.

I ask that you keep him incarcerated so that no one else will suffer at his hands. When he chose to take Melanie’s life and when he shot her down, he took someone so precious from this earth. That very act affected many people and changed our lives forever. Our world cannot be the same again because of his selfish actions.

Sincerely,
Beth Quinney

Sundance 2009

2009-01-17T21:00:00.000-08:00

Trey a buddy of mine from work gave me tickets to the Sundance Film Festival.

I have always wanted to go but just never have.

So I was excited.

The film was

Afghan Star

http://www.afghanstardocumentary.com/

It is a documentary about the Afghan version of

American Idol.

I thought it was very good.

Me and the Bug !

2009-01-10T22:52:00.001-08:00

Nothing like a comfy chair, chocolate milk and a football game. Life is good!
Say Cheese!

Thanks for Hanging with me today Buggie..

Merry Christmas

2008-12-29T19:36:00.000-08:00

Eric and his family spent Christmas at my house. These are all the presents before

Santa came.. We did not have much room to move around Christmas morning.

Does Bryson still look asleep? He should. The other kids woke up at 5:15am.. Good grief I say.
I am may be old but I still have a hard time sleeping on Christmas Eve.

Besides there is always time for a nap later.
I was very spoiled by Santa and my family.
Santa brought me a Wii.

Jennifer and family gave me this great shelf for my bathroom.

Thanks Mark for putting it up! I love it.

Scott and family gave me this great table with lamp.

Thanks again Mark for setting it up for me.

When you come to the end of everything you know

and the next step is into the darkness

of the great unknown...

You must believe one of two things

either you will step out onto firm ground

or you will be taught to fly.

I saw this picture and loved the quote..

Thanks to Eric and Jennylin I can read it everyday.

This is my most treasured gift.

Thanks Jenny!

I also got a necklace with all the kids names on it as well as pictures of the kids,

scrapbook stuff and some Wii games.

It was all great. But I loved being with my family the most. All of us

were together but

We missed having Sara and her family here with us.

I missed Mom and Dad as well.

I think they were very close by and enjoying

the reason for the season right along with us.

Do you believe? Can you hear the bell?

2008-12-29T19:24:00.001-08:00

Thanks to the Bringhurst Family for inviting me to ride with them on the Polar Express.

As you can see we made it to the North Pole and got to see Santa.

This is one of the Elves. She took a liking to Preston and his Cousin Layne.

Brockers had himself a good time.

This is cute little Sam.

Preston eating instead of drinking his hot chocolate.

Nikki, Brittney and Ashlee having some fun.

We had a great time. We all buddled up and wore our PJ's.

It was a great start to the Christmas week.

Sweet Caroline..Bom Bom Bom..

2008-12-20T16:22:00.001-08:00

So last night I went to the Neil Diamond concert. I was supposed to go with Eric, Jennylin, Patti and Scott.. Well due to a huge snow storm that came through Eric and Jennylin were unable to make the trip down. Scott and Patti ended up with conflicting agendas.. So I called upon some great friends and they came along.

When I was younger I could not stand Neil.. He was all my Mom listed to..PAINFUL!!!
Then the Jazz Singer came out and I have been a fan ever since. I have been to at least 4 of his concerts..

I wanted to go this year for Mom. His last album came out while she was sick and in the hospital. She had be go buy it and download it on her I-pod. So I think she got to hear it at least once. I remember her being bummed that she had not seen Salt Lake on his concert schedule.. I told her we would just go wherever he was going to be.

Anyway it was a great concert . I had some quite moments thinking of Mom but the rest of the time I was dancing away with my friends!

And the Bidding Begins

2008-12-15T10:58:00.000-08:00

> So this is Dr William Hutson. Mom loved him and he adorded Mom as well.

He always called her Mar-see-a. He was the only one that could get away with calling her that.

He is talking here about how much he missed her and the only reason he was willing to be sold to the highest bidder was because it was in her honor.

Here Dr Fang starts the bidding at 5 dollars.

Right away the hands start going up.

Dr Hutson takes a little off to show what he has to offer.

Of course the price went up after that.

Little flex action. Come on people open those wallets.

Here is the group of girls that "won" him.

I was talking to Dr Hutson this morning and he hopes that

Mom got a good laugh with this.

Thanks again Bill for being such a good sport for such a good cause!

Paying it Forward and Honoring Grammy

2008-12-12T19:37:00.000-08:00

So last night was my work Christmas Party. It was a great time. It started of with the Ashlee, Preston, Brock and their friend Alyx making a donation to the scholarship fund that was set up in my Moms name. They call themselves Crafting for Kidz. For the past few years they have raised money to donate to others in need."Paying if Forward" They raised $310.00 this year. It was fun to have them come and make the presentation at the party.

( Annie and Annie Beth)
Then my Boss at work gave out a few awards one being" The Marcia Quinney Nursing in Excellence Award" They are going to make it a yearly award. The winner was Anne Marie Faucher. Which I found to be the perfect choice.. Congratulations Annie!

Chris, Annie Marie, Me and Brett

Then to top it off one of the Doctors Bill Hutson was auctioned off. The proceeds to go to Moms scholarship as well. With a little money from a lot of different people he went for $ 444.00. Wow!
He was a favorite of Moms and it was fun have the bidding wars.. ( I will need to find a picture to post)

I miss Mom and Dad a lot. Some days it is hard to be surrounded by people that worked with Mom everyday. But at the same time I am blessed to be surrounded by people that loved her. They are a great support system..

Thanks Jennylin for bringing the kids down to be a part of this great night!

Favorite Christmas Poem

2008-11-30T20:26:00.000-08:00

This is a great Christmas Poem. The first time I heard it was on a Christmas Album by Reba McEntire. She has such a great voice to read it to some music. It is what is playing on my blog. So turn up your speakers and have a quick listen. And may it help us all remember the true meaning of Christmas.

It happened one day at the year's white end,

Two neighbors called on an old-time friend
And they found his shop so meager and mean,

Made gay with a thousand boughs of green,
And Conrad was sitting with face a-shine

When he suddenly stopped as he stitched a twine
And said, "Old friends, at dawn today,

When the cock was crowing the night away,
The Lord appeared in a dream to me

And said, 'I am coming your guest to be'.
So I've been busy with feet astir,

Strewing my shop with branches of fir,
The table is spread and the kettle is shined

And over the rafters the holly is twined,
And now I will wait for my Lord to appear

And listen closely so I will hear
His step as He nears my humble place,

And I open the door and look in His face. . ."
So his friends went home and left Conrad alone,

For this was the happiest day he had known,
For, long since, his family had passed away

And Conrad has spent a sad Christmas Day.
But he knew with the Lord as his Christmas guest

This Christmas would be the dearest and best,
And he listened with only joy in his heart.

And with every sound he would rise with a start
And look for the Lord to be standing there

In answer to his earnest prayer
So he ran to the window after hearing a sound,

But all that he saw on the snow-covered ground
Was a shabby beggar whose shoes were torn

And all of his clothes were ragged and worn.
So Conrad was touched and went to the door

And he said, "Your feet must be frozen and sore,
And I have some shoes in my shop for you

And a coat that will keep you warmer, too."
So with grateful heart the man went away,

But as Conrad noticed the time of day
He wondered what made the dear Lord so late

And how much longer he'd have to wait,
When he heard a knock and ran to the door,

But it was only a stranger once more,
A bent, old crone with a shawl of black,

A bundle of faggots piled on her back.
She asked for only a place to rest,

But that was reserved for Conrad's Great Guest.
But her voice seemed to plead,

"Don't send me awayLet me rest awhile on Christmas day."
So Conrad brewed her a steaming cup

And told her to sit at the table and sip.
But after she left he was filled with dismay

For he saw that the hours were passing away
And the Lord had not come as He said He would,

And Conrad felt sure he had misunderstood.
When out of the stillness he heard a cry,

"Please help me and tell me where am I."
So again he opened his friendly door

And stood disappointed as twice before,
It was only a child who had wandered away

And was lost from her family on Christmas Day. .
Again Conrad's heart was heavy and sad,

But he knew he should make this little child glad,
So he called her in and wiped her tears

And quieted her childish fears.
Then he led her back to her home once more

But as he entered his own darkened door,
He knew that the Lord was not coming today

For the hours of Christmas had passed away.
So he went to his room and knelt down to pray

And he said,

"Dear Lord, why did you delay,
What kept You from coming to call on me,

For I wanted so much Your face to see. . ."
When soft in the silence a voice he heard,

"Lift up your head for I kept My word--
Three times My shadow crossed your floor--

Three times I came to your lonely door--
For I was the beggar with bruised, cold feet,

I was the woman you gave to eat,

And I was the child on the homeless street."

Helen Steiner Rice

Happy Birthday Boys...

2008-11-25T08:58:00.000-08:00

Preston is 10!!! He is my #1" Boogalou".

Even though he is getting older and thinks kissing his Annie

is gross I love him dearly!

Trust me there is a little trouble behind that smile!

Happy Birthday !!!!!!

Chase is my "Big Red"

He turned 11.

Chase is always good for a Laugh

and a Hug!

Happy Birthday Chaser!

I tired to post pictures from the early years but my computer is not letting me.

So I will try later but I want to get the Birthday shout out

to my Boys!!!

Carrie Underwood here we come

2008-11-19T22:34:00.000-08:00

So I took Chase, Nikki and Natalie to the Carrie Underwood Concert

for their upcoming Birthdays. The night started with us having dinner

at Ruby Tuesdays.

We got to the concert early to beat traffic. So we hung out around the

Radio Stations. And for whatever reason there was this Pickle hanging around

We all got free shirts from K-Bull 93

Here we are waiting for the concert to start.

First we were entertained by

Little Big Town

Then the count down for Carrie Began.

Entertaining themselves waiting for Carrie

Cute little Cowgirl

I think Carrie is looking at us.

We had great seats. We were 6 rows up from the floor

and to the left of the stage.

Thanks to the Jumbo Tron

Carrie is almost up front and personal

This is the closest we got to Carrie

And I think this says it all as for how we felt

walking out of the concert.

I had a great time watching the kids. This was Nikki and Chase's first concert.

Natalie has been to a few.

And as every concert goer has experinced we had a few drunk people right

in front of us. One guy kept giving Nikki a High Five. The other guy

just sat there and sang every song word for word.

But really I think I am getting old. Because it was all so LOUD!!!!

But hey I survived anyway!

Thanks Kiddos I had fun.

Happy Birthday Bubble Girl

2008-11-16T09:31:00.001-08:00

Look at this cute thing! She already loves Purses and Pooh.

All warm and snugly with Grammy.

Some days are just tougher then others.

Hanging with her crime fighting cousins.

Happy Birthday Bubble Girl!

Hope your having a great Day.

Love you Lots!

Girls Day and Night out.

2008-11-16T08:16:00.000-08:00

So Jennylin and Ashlee came down to help me finish packing and clean Mom's house. Nikki came over to help as well. We got a lot done. Thanks a ton girls! Well all the hard work deserved a little reward. So shopping we went!. First stop Tai Pan Trading.

Where I ended up getting my Christmas Tree and all its decorations. After that stop we got some of Jennylins errands done.

Then we met up with our cousin Kimmy for a Yummy dinner at Firehouse Grill.
Thanks for coming Kimmy we know you were busy getting ready for your trip.

Then we were back to doing some more shopping. It was nice

to get the Christmas shopping started.

The girls decided to stay the night and help

me decorate the tree.

We had a great time doing it!

Even though it is not even Thanksgiving my tree is up.

and I LOVE IT!!!!

My First Christmas Tree in my First Home!

Thanks Girls it was a GREAT DAY!!!!

Red and White or Blue and White That is the Question

2008-11-10T14:48:00.000-08:00

So the problems begin...Who should I root for this year?

That should be a easy question to answer...

But I have now worked for the U for almost 10 years.

I have gone to a few games these past few years and really

get caught up in the excitement here at work.

I grew up watching and rooting for the Y.

And I love being the only one at work

not cheering for the Utah.

Normally it does not matter as I watch the game

from home. But this year I will be at the game!

Maybe I can cheer for both? And then when the game is

over I can say I cheered for the winners the whole game!

Well I have a few days to figure it out!

Super Saturday

2008-11-08T13:59:00.000-08:00

So today was Super Saturday at church. So these are the 2 crafts I chose to make.
I think the both turned out pretty darn cute! And the fact I finished them is a big bonus.

I am trying to get the house in order today!. I just may get some stuff done. So if that is the case I will post more pictures. I need to get it done because I am having a "Scentsy" / Come see my new house party on Thursday night. So if your around and want to stop by please do! Or if you want to order something let me know as well.

A Day of Tricks and Treats

2008-11-01T12:47:00.000-07:00

So the day started off with me waiting for the cable guy. So I took the opportunity to unpack the bathroom. Though I have to give credit where credit is due. My sister Jennifer actually pre did this bathroom at Mom's house and I brought it with me. Eric hung up my "European" shower curtain. Ashlee and Nikki set everything else. So all I had to do is un pack all the other "stuff"

I just love the pink and brown bows.

There is my cute clock. I am not sure I like it sitting on the counter so I might hang it up. But I don't have much room on the walls.

Here is a sneak peek at the guest room.. I hope that I can get it done this weekend.

Here is Bryson at the Hospital getting ready to go trick or treating. Is he not the cutest Nemo ever! He was not sure how it all worked but after a few stops he got the hang of collecting all his treats.

So he just sat back and enjoyed the ride. Thanks for letting me hang with you Bug. I had fun.

It was great fun chasing Bryson up and down the halls. He loved the elevator and we would just ride up and down and up again for as long as I would let him. He is a new kid after this last repair and no more oxygen cord to hold him back..Watch out here comes the Bug!

Photo Tag from Megan

2008-10-29T09:44:00.001-07:00

So the tag is to take your 4th photo out of your 4th file on your computer. So this is mine.
This is my Dad "Bud" and his wife Roberta with Brock on his Blessing Day in Lyman Wyoming.
This was six years ago.. Wow look how little Brockers was. He is still has cute as ever. So I am tagging all of you that read my blog.. I will be watching!

Well One Room Is Put Together

2008-10-26T19:03:00.000-07:00

My kitchen is going to be hearts and stars. Thanks to my friend Mary Kovalak for my first Star.

Well so the least used room in the house is put together thanks to a few of my friends. Now I will probably work on the living room next.

Special thanks to my family for working hard and getting all the big stuff loaded and then unloaded. We had some members of the ward come help and some of my niece Natalie's friends. (it was nice to have some young men to help out us old folks) Ashlee and Nikki worked on getting my bathroom usable and Patti and Natalie worked on my room so at least I could sleep in my bed. It was a great team effort. It was a bit funny as I have been having issues with my leg , Eric still healing from breaking his ankle and Scott's back issues we would have been in BIG trouble with out all the help.

I will post pictures as I finish a room. I hope that I can get it all done soon so I can have a "Come and check out my new pad" Party.

I guess I better try and get at least on box unpacked before Bed. I better unpack the bathroom. It was fun trying to get ready for church this morning and not knowing where anything was..

The New Family Doctor

2008-10-22T11:33:00.000-07:00

There is a new Heart Doctor in town and he is fabulous! So if your in need of one I have his contact info!!!

It is a done deal...

2008-10-18T21:01:00.000-07:00

So it is a done deal. I have signed my life away.. I am not sure it has sunk in yet. Maybe on Monday when I get the keys. I called and got the gas and power switched over to my name.
I need to have the carpets cleaned and the cable turned on...Wow do I sound like a home owner?
I have a ton of packing to do but my hope is to move next weekend. But it is a nice thing not to have to rush. I can do a little at a time. Though I know once I start I will just want to move in quick. I am excited to make it my own little humble home.

Couple of Updates

2008-10-15T10:00:00.000-07:00

1. Bryson is back in the PICU. He had issues with his heart rate yesterday. Like it went from 120 to 190..So they moved him back to the PICU so they could keep a better eye on him. He does have an infection somewhere so he is septic. We don't like that word but they assure us that it is ok. They are on top of it and all should be well. His heart rate is back down to 120 today. So that is good. They have done x-rays, echos,ekgs and all is well with his heart function. So another positive. The "Bug" is a tough one and though this is a bump in the road I think it is one we can handle.
Update on update..Bryson is headed back to a regular room. I went and saw him at lunch and he looks a ton better. He even smiled and talked to me.. Love it!!!

2.. My Loan was approved. So we can move forward on closing on the condo! The interest rate was a little more then I was hoping but that's what happens when I am not very good with my money, it's a condo, and the loan is less the 120,000. ( I mean really, better interest if I borrow more??? no wonder we have some many fore closers)
So this means the closing is on Friday and then due to the weekend it will officially be mine on Monday!!!

Thanks to all my family and friends that have been checking on the Quinneys everyday. We have had a tough year but we have stuck together and felt of your love and support.

Thanks a million!

Change of Date

2008-10-13T10:33:00.000-07:00

So there have been a few set backs with the house. So we have pushed the closing date back by 10 days. Hopefully everything works out. I believe that if it is meant to be it will happen. After everything that has happened this year it is just a house. There will be others. I will keep you posted.

How Cute is He?

2008-10-12T08:01:00.000-07:00

Just relaxing after open heart surgery. I just love when he crosses his legs like that. He is doing well today. He is drinking lots and one of the chest tubes might come out today. And they are even talking about moving him to the regular floor tonight or tomorrow!! WOO HOO.

Bryson is a Champ

2008-10-11T13:35:00.000-07:00

Bryson had an ok night. They are trying to keep his pain and comfort under control. He has a hard time if any of us are in the room. I was back there a little while ago and he was resting well. But then he woke up and saw me and got very upset. He kept saying "Annie, Out" meaning get me out of this bed. I could not get him calmed down so I had to just leave the room. Breaks my heart not to be able to comfort him.We will not be able to hold him until his chest tubes come out. Which will be a few days down the road. But over all the little Bug is hanging tough!
Thanks for checking on us.

He is Drugged and ready to go

2008-10-10T07:09:00.000-07:00

So they took Bryson back about 7:30 but not before giving him some versed. It makes him so loopy. He laughs at everything doesn't have a care in the world as they wheel him away.

They should start giving updates in the next little bit. So go to my brothers blog at www.quinneyfamily.blogspot.com

We are here...

2008-10-10T05:50:00.000-07:00

We have been checked in at Primary since 6 am. It is almost 7 and they have taken Bug back to get him ready to go. So we wait to make sure he is in good shape and that they have a room in the ICU for him.. So we wait...

This is a picture that I took of bug this morning in the hotel room. He was like why am I awake at 5am? I took it with my cell phone so not the best but he is a cute bug any way you look at him.

Thanks for checking in. We will do updates often.

What is a Friend........

2008-10-06T12:46:00.000-07:00

Amber is the one in the sun glasses.

I borrowed this picture off her blog

.....is someone who runs in marathon in the pouring rain and does not give up or quit because you asked her to run for Bryson. This is exactly what my friend and co-worker Amber did. She is a big marathon runner. When I heard she was running in the St. George marathon I asked her to think of Bryson and run for him and his heart. She gladly said she would..

When she came in to work today I asked her how it went. She said it was the hardest marathon she had ever run and she has done this one 6 times. She said it rained the whole run. And even the hour before the start when she was outside waiting for the race to start. So needless to say she was soaked to the bone. Amber told me that running for Bryson is what kept her going and helped her finish the race...

Thank you sooooooo very much Amber.

Beth and Bryson.

Rain or Shine the Game must go on!

2008-10-05T16:20:00.000-07:00

This is the field that Chase usually plays on. See anything wrong with this picture. They played on the next field over. Though I am sure they boys would have love to score in this end zone!

This is Nikki and Chases friend Josh trying to stay dry during the game.

Chase had a hand warmer to help. But he was soaked to the bone.
But that did not stop him from eating the quarterback for lunch!

The Colts had a rough time with the wet football
but they continued to work hard and Won the game.
So off to the next round of the playoffs.

You have to give all of us fans a big thumbs up for showing up
and cheering on our team no matter the weather!

Go Colts!!!

My First Purchase for My New House

2008-10-02T19:39:00.001-07:00

Is this not the cutest clock ever? Well maybe not ever but it is dang cute. Pink and brown are my new favorite colors. My bathroom is going to be in those colors so this clock will be a perfect in the bathroom!! Look at the ticker on top of my blog.. I am getting closer to being a home owner.... WOO HOO!!!

Neal E. Boyd has a Great Voice

2008-10-02T07:25:00.000-07:00

So my favorite on America's Got Talent from the very first time I heard him was Neal E. Boyd.
He has an incredible voice and I am not even a big fan of Opera. But I would pay to see this guy! It is amazing that he has been walking around selling insurance instead of sharing his talent. Well now that he is a million dollars richer I am sure his life is in for a few changes.. Clink on the link to hear for yourself..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjd5Ig8fbnQ

A Playoff to be in the Playoffs....

2008-10-01T10:13:00.001-07:00

So Chase's football team the Layton Colts are in a 3 way tie for 1st place. So tonight they will play Kaysville (their only loss this year) for 1/2 a game. The winner from that game goes to the playoffs. The loser plays another 1/2 game against Farmington. The winner from that game goes on the the playoffs as well and the losers go home and are done for the year. So here's to beating Kaysville!!! GO COLTS!!!!!!

UPDATE: WE BEAT KAYSVILLE!!!!! WOO HOO!!!! It was a great game and our Layton Colts played a great game! Chase had some awesome tackles.. So Saturday is the first game of the playoffs and our sights are set on the Mini Bowl Oct 25th... GO COLTS!!!!

Remembering Dad

2008-09-26T14:03:00.000-07:00

I love this picture.

Helps me remember that Dad

was a kid once too!

Dad was a Hottie.

No wonder he caught Mom's eye

This shows I have no shame!
This is me and dad. I think I was
about 12 or so. We were at a
Daddy Daughter activity!

This is one of the last pictures taken
of Dad.

It was Dad's birthday on the 1st. I have been
wanting to Post about him all month. I just had a hard
time doing it. (And then trying to get the pictures scanned right
was a joke. I gave up trying to get it right. Can you tell?)

My Dad was my rock! He was always there anytime I needed him.
He was always full of advice even when I did not want it!!
He was usually right! I miss him more then
ever right now as I make these big changes in my life.
I can feel him watching over me and I know that
he is proud of me and stills loves me from the heavens!

I miss you and love him more then any words can express!

I MISS YOU DAD !

What is a Dad ?

What is a Dad? A dad is a person Who's loving and kind,
And often he knows
What you have on your mind. He's someone who listens,
Suggests and defends...
A dad can be one
Of your very best friends! He's proud of your triumphs,
But when things go wrong,
A dad can be patient
And helpful and strong. In all that you do
A dad's love plays a part -
There's always a place for him
Deep in your heart - And each year that passes,
You're even more glad,
More grateful and proud
Just to call him your dad!

Check in was at 6am

2008-09-23T07:20:00.000-07:00

So we were all up early and at Primary by 6am.. By 7:30 we were told that surgery would need to be postponed due to a little "bug" that my Bug has in his system. The Doctors want him to be 100% healthy..So we will wait a few weeks and try again. Thanks for all the support.. We will need it again soon..

Tomorrow is the Big Day

2008-09-22T12:44:00.001-07:00

Bryson has his Open Heart Surgery tomorrow.. Please keep my "little bug" and all his family in your thoughts and prayers. For updates through out the day you can go to www.quinneyfamily.blogspot.com. I will be with them in the waiting room tomorrow waiting for my Buggie to come out. He is tough as nails and he has his Grammy Marcia and Papa bud watching over him as well.

Week of Sports

2008-09-21T08:14:00.001-07:00

First game of the week was Preston and his Lyman Eagles up in Evanston WY. I was glad that I cold make a quick trip up to see him play. Man can this boy Tackle! They won their game by alot! I was not a very good picture taker because I don't think Preston is in any of this pictures. Not that I was not trying the boy is just Lighting Fast!

Next was Nikki and her team the Thunder Bolts. They won like 10 to nothing. No one was sure of the final score..To many goals! One in which was scored by Nikki, one that she assisted with by passing and she defended their goal as goalie..Go Nikki!

Then the last game was Chase and the Layton Colts. They played Kaysville. Both teams were undefeated going into this game... Layton suffered some bad calls and ended losing the game. But have no fear they are still headed for the playoffs! Chase plays defensive end and is the guy that keeps the Big D in line. Take a look at the back of Chases helmet. Those stickers represent how many tackles Chase has got so far this year! Chase is the man and does a great job!

I am grateful to live close enough to be able to enjoy watching their sports.. I wish I could watch all the kids play in their sports. But I take what I can get.!!

Good job everyone you ROCK!!!!!

I am Getting the TownHouse

2008-09-18T07:25:00.000-07:00

So I accepted their counter offer last night and bought myself this cute place! I am so nervous, excited, sad all in the same breath!. But I know it is a good thing for me and am excited to start the next chapter in my life! ( I think by now I am on book 3) Anyway if all goes as planned I will close on October 15th!... WOO HOO!!!!!

Maybe a New House for Me????

2008-09-15T10:12:00.000-07:00

It is the end unit!

Bright and Cheery!

Love the Blue on the walls

Nice big room. Nice carpet!

Master bedroom

A Garage!! Love the thought of no more scraping snow off my car in the morning!

This townhouse is in Clearfield not far from where I am now.

Though I would like to move closer to Salt Lake for work , I want to

stay close by the family I do have here. It is right down the street from the

Front Runner train so getting back and forth to SL will be a breeze.

So I will keep you posted on if they accept my offer.

Scott is working on that part for me so wish me luck!

Thought for the Week

2008-09-08T15:06:00.001-07:00

With everything that has been going on in my world lately this really stood out when I saw it.
So being the sharing person I am I thought I would pass it on to you. I took it from Tim Holtz who is a biggie in the scrapbooking world! He has great ideas. Check out his blog http://www.timholtz.typepad.com/

Who Would Have Thought

2008-09-07T14:23:00.000-07:00

Who would have thought I could only last one day without the Internet. Very sad!
I had my home phone and Internet turned off on Friday. I figured that I really only needed my cell phone and not a land line. Well the Internet is connected to that line as well. So figured I could go without the Internet until I move. (which I don't know when will happen). Well that is so not the case. I was a wreck Friday night not being able to check blogs and e-mail. So Saturday I went straight to Sprint and got wireless so I could use my laptop as well. I just got it all set up today. (Sunday) So I guess really I went 2 days.. I have checked e-mail and blogs and feel better having done so... So now I can take a nap, knowing all is well in the blog world! I need the nap because I had the sunbeams today at church..Enough said right?

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELANA

2008-08-29T05:25:00.001-07:00

Brand new and what a better place to be then in Grammy's arms.
I am 3 and I know everything there is about fashion!

I am 5 and My Annie thinks I am beautiful!

Happy Birthday My little Missy Moo
I Love you!

Light My Fire By The Doors

2008-08-21T16:38:00.000-07:00

Do you know the #1 song the day you were born? Go here Http://www.joshhosler.biz/NumberOneInHistory/SelectMonth.htm

Look it up and let me know... Kind of a fun thing to know.

Gotta Get the Glasses

2008-08-19T10:26:00.001-07:00

Chase took me to the movies for my Birthday.
We went and saw Journey to the Center of the Earth.
We got our big Dopey 3D glasses some popcorn and Jr Mints
and sat back for the ride of our lives. It got us good a couple of times
We both screamed LOUD!!!! I mean come on things were coming at us.
Thanks Chase for the fun Date!

FOOTBALL HAS BEGUN

2008-08-16T13:16:00.001-07:00

Quinney # 75

Chase needs a cool one after his interception

Chase is starting his 3rd year playing for the Layton Colts. He plays defensive end and also on the receiving team.It is a lot fun watching him play. Not so big on how rough the coach's can be. But they say it is too get the kids pumped up! So Saturdays will be filled with Football. Today was a practice game and the Colts won 39 to 0 against the Warriors. Looks to be a great start!

Gotta Love Sushi

2008-08-10T19:09:00.000-07:00

Nicole and Tootie(our newest member)

Jenny, Jeb and Wendy

Brett and Nicole

The pictures above(minus me) represent the original Sushi club started over 2 years ago.

Brett and I are the only ones not to have missed a night! Many have come and joined us along the way. We have tried many restaurants . If you have a favorite let me know so we can add it to our list. Feel free to join us.

We have only one rule in this club

You Gotta Love Sushi!

Good Luck Bryson

2008-08-04T08:36:00.000-07:00

Bryson is at Primary Children's today getting his heart cath. They are doing several things so it will take over 5 hours to get it all done. After this we should know more about when his next surgery will be. So Eric and Jennylin are hanging out over there and I will run back and forth through out the day to check on them all. They gave "Bug" some meds before he went in and he was so loopy..He would just laugh and laugh. I will carry that sound with me all day as I think about how it is all going for him. He is an inspiration to all and we know that he has some very special "Angels" watching over him today and always.

Love you Bug

Annie Beth

For updates go to www.quinneyfamily.blogspot.com

Photo Contest

2008-07-28T09:12:00.001-07:00

Hey everyone I entered Bug in a photo contest. Clink on the link and vote.
https://www.greatamericanphotocontest.com/voter1/index_c.aspx?&referid=WlcmKobe&p=673899&x=.jpg You have to sign up but just hit no on everything then you won't get any of the "newsletters they want to send"

Lyman Wyoming or Bust

2008-07-23T07:11:00.000-07:00

Ashlee, Eliza and Preston 2004 at the Lyman Pioneer Rodeo

Lyman Wyoming or Bust. I am headed to see my family up in Lyman Wyoming for the Pioneer Weekend. Looking forward to getting away for a few days. Mom and I always like spending Pioneer weekend up there. They have a great parade, town barbecue and then of course the Rodeo. But most of all I love spending time with the kids. ( Eric and Jenny are a plus as well) I won't get to see Preston as we hope his Allstars games will keep him away(which means he is winning) I will be back on Sunday and then Bronte is on her way to visit from Colorado. I look forward to having her around.. Have a great weekend everyone!

Good Luck at the Allstars Preston!

2008-07-20T13:20:00.000-07:00

Good luck at the Allstars Boogaloo#1. Have a great time !

I know you will be Great!

Love you lots! Annie Beth

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ASHLEE

2008-07-16T07:43:00.000-07:00

My "Sporty" Princess turned 11 yesterday. I can hardly believe it. I remember when she was 3 and I was 33 and she would say to me " Annie I am three and you are three and three. Now she likes to say " When I am 20 you will be 50 and when I am 30 you will be 60.."UGH so the older she gets the older I get!!! Ashlee you have brought much joy and happiness into my life these last 11 years. I look forward to many more fun times together. You have grown up to be a beautiful young girl. (pre teen) I love you Princess!!!

12 of My Favorite Things

2008-07-09T12:52:00.000-07:00

Natalie, Elana and Braydon

Brock

Eviee and Eliza

Bryson

Ashlee,Chase, Iaasc,Bronte' and Preston

Preston and Iaasc

Elana,Ashlee,Nikki and Bronte'

I can not even imagine my life with out these kids. They bring me such great joy.

Well I guess I am not off to a very good start.

2008-06-27T15:24:00.000-07:00

Lets see it has been over a month since my last post. Guess I am not to good at this yet. But life has been busy as you all know. Things are settling down a little. They are having a Memorial here at the hospital for Mom on July 3rd. Which is a nice thing for them to do. We as a family will not have to participate just be there. Eric and Jennylin and family are coming ,Sara and family will still be here so the family will be well represented. No plans for the 4th of July. Though thank you Bringhurst family for inviting me to spend time with you during your reunion. I am sorry that I can not make this time but one of these days I will make the trip down to see you and Grandma and Grandpa Young.

My very first blog!

2008-05-13T10:30:00.000-07:00

Well it is a done deal I now have my own Blog!!! It has taken me a week to figure out how to get to this point so we shall see how that all goes. I don't have a lot to post about my own boring life so who knows what I will come up with but maybe I will have a good time with it all. So stayed tuned!

Annie Beth