Really?

The kids went to see Dr. Johnson today for their dental cleanings. This is what Logan chose for his prize.  It sort of scared me when I looked at him as I was driving along.  I think he wears it well!

Sticker Fever

Another Two Races Down

I ran the Long Beach Marathon three weeks ago with a time of about 4:34ish. (Pace 10:25)

I ran the Women's Half Marathon in Tempe today with a time of 2:06ish. (Pace 9:35)

I'm super happy with both those times.  The marathon was 23 minutes faster than my previous one and my half was about 6 minutes faster. I think I may have maxed out on increasing my speed, but I'm still having fun.

Today's race was fun, especially since almost everyone I was with got PR's so we were all super happy. Now I just wish Lisa would run some more races with me :). Come on Lisa!!! I need you!

Have a great week.

Halloween Present

Here they are! Lyndsee was a beatiful Christmas Present. She got sooooo many compliments and extra candy! The costume was her idea and she was so proud of it. Logan is a crazy man in a straightjacket. I'm not sure this is a costume...I'm definitely keeping the straightjacket around in case of emergencies. :)  Brianna is a nerd, complete with duck tape suspenders and goofy glasses. It was a nice Halloween. Scott and I really enjoyed trick or treating with the kids. We kept it a family affair and we all enjoyed a nice night out together.

Happy Fall!

I also had to add this picture of me and my girls from our church party. Can you see how thrilled they are to be with me.  I guess they didn't like my costume...By the way, yes, that is a live goldfish Lyndsee is holding. We came home with three!  They are still swimming despite thier names. Logan named his Dead. Brianna named hers Turd and I think Lyndsee's is Sunshine - thank goodness for little girls.

Halloweens Past

I don't want to buy my kids Halloween costumes this year. We have so many, they are really expensive and I am really hoping to encourage them to come up with something creative. Unfortunately creative sometimes means less money, more time, which is short. I thought I would post some past Halloween pictures for your viewing pleasure.  I do love Halloween.

Sweet Snow White (4)

Bad Spider (2)

Garden Fairy (5) Pirate (3)

Tink (1) Army Man (4)

Mermaid (6)

Chefs!

Hermione (7) - with Colten stock as Harry :)

Snaggle tooth Pirate (5)

Pooh (2)

Love this pic! Spider Man (6) Snow Fairy (8) Butterfly (3)

Butterfly (3)

Pirate (following in her brother's footsteps) (4)

Troy Bolten (7)

Gothic Fairy (10)

My all time favorite costume - made by Grandma Baxter - Lyndsee is so sad to have outgrown it! (5) 

Egyptian (11), Wearwolf (8), Bumblebee (6)

Witch (7)

Penny (12) and Bolt

Too Much Candy (10)

Trampoline

Lyndsee has been doing this for at least an hour.  I wish I could work out that hard and just think it is fun!  I'm so glad we got a trampoline, even though it takes up a lot of the yard the kids love it.

Whooo Knew Turning 39 Could Be So Fun?

My 39th birthday has a theme! "Whoooo" knew? I have a bit of an owl fetish (not sure if that's the right word, but I really LOVE owls.) My friends know me well and cooperated this year! Check out the cupcakes made by my talented friend Nicole...

And what about this cute guy?

The face of a 39 year old! I should be proud of those laugh lines, right?

So far a great birthday overall. Lyndsee and I went for Krispy Kreme donuts (a free dozen on your birthday), then I went out to lunch with friends. I've gotten lots of calls, texts and emails from friends and family wishing me well. Thanks so much!

I will "Owl-ways" love you all! (couldn't resist:)