I love the Internet!!!

This pic doesn't show the carmely ooey goodness. I was craving gooey carmel popcorn and wanted to do it fast, but didn't have a recipe. I typed in "gooey carmel popcorn" and within seconds had a plethora of recipes. Within 30 minutes I was eating this yummy carmel corn. Kudos to the inventor of the internet!!!

Trick or Treaters

We had several friends come by trick or treating on Friday night ... we had a good time seeing them all dressed up having fun. Here are some pictures of the goblins that came by ....

Grissom, the cutest Goblin around!! He was a great help passing out the treats. He was so excited to see all the kids he peed on Jerry. You know when they get so very excited they just can't control themselves. I'm surprised Grissom is still among the living with the many different bodily functions he has performed on Jerry. And of course, he's never peed, pooped or thrown up on me.... go figure!


Danae, the fasted sheriff around!

Patrick & Brandon .... what sweet boys!!

Dr "Dentist" not Dr McKim helping himself to the loot!

Gracie, the fairy, was too enamored with the dog

CJ, Chrystal, Courtney & Chance and their pumpkins

Sana, Najma & Ben -- Ok, aren't they cute! Dressing up was Ben's idea ... I never would have thunk it!

Later that night I went to the haunted corn maze with the Easley's. You know, I don't think Lois or I thought it was going to be so scary that her 5 year old and 8 year old would have a terrible time. I spent the whole time holding onto CJ. Do you know how hard it is to walk side by side in a maze of corn stalks with people jumping out at you at any given moment. What was really scary for CJ was that his mom called him by name telling him he would be ok. Well, the zombie thought she would be cute and followed him throughout the maze calling him by name. I think I would be scared if a zombie did that to me. We thought CJ & Courntey would not be able to sleep that night .... Lois said they stayed in their own beds all night. Way to go CJ & Courtney!!!

The Dreaded Phone Call!!!

Ummmm.... Pam .... I can't find Grissom! Jerry, I put him outside on his leash to play before I left for work. I know Pam, I just checked outside and ..... Umm, Pam, the leash and his collar is outside on the back porch, but Grissom isn't any where to be found. Grissom chewed through his collar and isn't out here.

Gulp, .... talk about feeling helpless!!! I couldn't do anything. What would the boss say when I told him that my dog was on the loose and I had to go find him. Luckily, Jerry saw him in the neighbors back yard and called for him. Grissom NEVER comes to Jerry when he calls, but this time he came running and jumped into his arms. I think he scared himself because Jerry said he didn't leave his sight the rest of the afternoon.

All is well with Grissom ... he is safe and sound in the house ... I bought a collar that I hope he won't be able to chew off. We'll see!

A visit from mom & dad

We were so lucky to have mom and dad here for the first weekend in October. We were able to watch all sessions of General Conference, which was a highlight. Mom and I worked on putting a finishing touch on her Christmas cards (mom, you're putting me to shame ... I haven't even started). She helped me with an outdoor fall decoration -- it's adorable!! Jerry and Dad watched a BYU game and one of the debates -- I had to leave the room, not my cup of tea! I was very grateful for the yard work mom and dad did for us. I can't wait to see the results in the Spring!

Grissom was not the grandpuppy they were hoping for, I'm sure. He is still a puppy and not the calmest -- especially when we have company

. Poor mom was attacked more than once, she had the scratches to prove it. Dad just ignored him and didn't have too many problems with him.

Thanks for visiting mom and dad, we love you!

I Love the Fall

Ok, these pictures don't do the trees justice, they were just beautiful!! I really enjoy the changing of seasons. Mostly I like the fall because of the beautiful trees, the nip in the air and that Summer is still three seasons away! Yippee. I'm not much of a Summer/hot lover. Give me a rainy cool day other than a hot Summer day.

Mom, those kids wore me out!!!

We had some friends over for dessert tonight and for two and a half hours Grissom played, ran, jumped, frolicked and had a grand ole' time in the back yard. Not two minutes after they left I found Grissom on the couch asleep. He didn't move a muscle for about an hour. We ate dinner and I sat one cushon away from him and he didn't even stir. Ok, he opened one eye and looked at me ... which is a mircle that he wasn't begging (actually he waits very calmly at our feet hoping for a morsel -- he knows he won't get anything unless it is put in his bowl).

We had a great time with our friends, the Easley's! The kids are probably pretty worn out they had timed races, played with the dog, played ball, played with the dog, climed the apple tree, played with the dog, tried to learn how to text, played with the dog, did kartwheels up the hill (take it from me, it's not that easy-- I got worn out, Courtney beat me by just a hair though), played with the dog, Chrystal ate one of the dog treat, yuck, maybe my dessert wasn't that good after all! Did I mention, they played with the dog? Lois, just sat and basked in the glow of pregnancy -- she found out she's having another girl! Poor Gary, he's out numbered now!

Here's some great photo's of our good friends!

I'm Back!!

Boy, it has been a busy month ... but I'm not so sure what I have done. My most favorite part has been my parents visit -- even though Grissom was a little too hyper (I think I have some pictures to share soon) Another reason I haven't been posting anything is because my camera hasn't been working properly and I can't figure out how to download an article or pictures from the internet. Is there someone who could share with me how to download them, I would appreciate it! I'm going to work on my camera and try to post some things tomorrow!