Just reminding you.....

There is 3 days left to sign up for the Favorite Things Swap. A lot have signed up, a lot more need to! In the words of Nike, "Just do it" You wont be disappointed.
Now...go out and enjoy this BEAUTIFUL Friday weather!

And one more thing...Ever since Heidi mentioned she had these at Lake Powell I have been making them nonstop, with a fresh batch this morning. I am pretty sure that we all have this recipe but just in case you don't;
Scotcharoos
bring to boil on the stove top;
1 cup Karo syrup
1 cup sugar
take off heat and add;
1 cup peanut butter
mix until creamy and add;
7 or so cups of Rice Krispies
put into greased 9x13 pan
melt in microwave in 30 sec intervals until creamy;
1/2 bag milk chocolate chips
1/2 bag butterscotch or peanut butter chips (I lean more towards butterscotch but they are both good)
spread on top. Cool and eat eat eat!

I wish....

~That there were no such thing as cavities. Especially for beautiful little girls who think sugar and spice and eveything nice are part of being a princess.

~That I liked eggs. I never have. I cook them every morning for my kids and can make them all sorts of beautiful ways but no matter what I cant gag them down.

~I had kept up my piano skills. There was a time in my life that I could play just about anything. Those days are gone. I sit at my moms piano everyday and plunk out the hymns like a 7 year old. Someday.

~That even when winter comes there would still be one warm day a week where we could swim outside. I already miss the pool, and indoor ones just aren't the same.

~I had kept better in touch with some long lost friends. I know this is bound to happen but I was remembering all the great people that influenced me in past years and that I haven't seen or talked to them in ages. It wouldn't be so hard to track them down, I just need the initiative.

~That there really was world peace. I hope to see it one day.

~That after I wash and fold the laundry so smelly good and neat, it would put itself away. Like some magical Marry Poppins finger snaps.

Babies in Dubai

I had a great last few days. Friday was my first appointment for this babe. I actually do have a little one in there. I listened to that sweet heart beat and felt all the wonderful emotions when you start the process of welcoming a new being into this life. There is nothing better. I am around 15 weeks so the next time I go I will find out what we are having. I'm thinking boy...
Jonah or Ezra.
I got to talk to my love. After 55 days straight at sea, they pulled into Dubai and had 4 days in port. I booked him a hotel room and wished I was there. I was in Pine Valley when he called and said it would cost 3 bucks a minute to talk so I raced to St George and found the cheapest phone card with the longest minutes and called him back. We talked for about an hour and it was wonderful! I miss that man. I love that man. I felt a bit giddy inside, like when you first start to really like someone and cant stop thinking about them. The sparks must still be there.
As much as this is no fun at all, there is also so much good that comes from being apart. Like respect, admiration, love, support....it has been a blessing in disguise. I think.

Fav Things Swap #2 for all us slow pokes....

OK, a bunch of you laaadies did this a few weeks ago thanks to miss Crystal . It looked like a ton of fun and I was bummed I didnt do it. So, I am organizing it again for anyone who wants to get a few fun things and send a few fun things. From the outcome of that last swap, me thinks this will be tons of fun!
Everyone is invited: tell your friends, cousin, neighbor, sister, mother. If you came across this blog randomly, your invited too!

Here are the details:

It's really quite simple: as a participant, you will be asked to choose at least three objects (I don't think anyone would mind if you decide to send more) that are some of YOUR favorite things to send to your partner... maybe it's an apron you made, your new favorite book, or that favorite flavor of lip gloss. Be creative & most importantly have fun with it! Objects can be new or vintage, bought or handmade...just remember, it is probably best to send something the you'd be pleased to receive yourself.Ready to join the fun?

Please e-mail the following to jaesimelessa@gmail.com (Dont send info through outlook express...it wont get to me) before Sunday September 30th.
-your name
-mailing address
-email address
-website / blog / flickr (must be involved with at least one of these) I guess to post pictures of things received.

-a little something about yourself

Swap partners will be emailed to you shortly after the sign-up deadline.

Please have your package post-marked by Wednesday Oct 10th.

Once you receive your package, be sure to post photos! Let me know if you have any questions!

Goof Troop

Wouldnt it be fun to dress up like this everyday?


Asher is the "silly monkey man"

Sometimes......

This is what goes on while I, being the neglectful mother that I am, sits on the computer catching up with life. But it sure does bring out his brown eyes!!! Off to the bath......

Back to Nature

Don't we look good with purple hair? And Asher with pink jammies?
Here are some pictures from the last 2 weekends. I cant even tell you how much I love to be out here with family. It makes life so much easier and happier to always have something to do and people to see. Of course we love Pine Valley and spend as much time there as we can. My family has a ranch about an hour away outside of Silver Reef and we hardly ever get up there. As much as I hate to admit this, my kids have never been camping....since we have lived that east, there just has been no time to do fun outdoor things. So we went. Friday night. Leah and Asher had the BEST time throwing dirt, chasing cows, and eating junk food for dinner. It was beautiful. The peace and quiet and to look up and see the milky way at night. We will definitely be going again. Nature is beautiful.

I gotta haircut...hey hey hey hey

Well, I'm bored this lovely Wednesday evening. Well I'm not really bored I just don't have much to do. I have already emailed Paul 3 times today, my kids are asleep,and I am the only one at home so I cant make my usual trip to Walmart to buy things I don't really need like fudge bars, cocoa puffs, make-up, you know...the fun stuff. I got a get away trip over the weekend to Provo to see my sister Julie and act like I was young and single....ya, that didn't work. She cut my hair and and I feel now like more of a mom. Which is what I want....cause that's what I am. If ever in Provo...go see Julie at Paul Mitchell while she is cheap (she is done is Nov.) She is excellent!!! Oh, and thanks to Valerie for the great hi-lights.
We came home and spent the rest of the weekend in Pine Valley. I talked to Paul for about 10 minutes on Sunday. Productive and eventful days are the best. Sorry I put 4 pictures of my face. Just showing off Julies and Valeries talent.

Happy Birthday Mi Amor

It was Paul's birthday today. This is the 3rd year in a row he has been on that danged boat.
I have lots of making up to do when he gets home in the next few years. In honor of this, here is this silly questionaire.
1. Who is your man? Steven Paul Melessa
2. How long have you been together? Married 6 years so I guess 7.
3. How long dated? 5 months, engaged 5 months
4. How old is your man? 28
5. Who eats more? Paul eats more real food, I eat more junk.
6. Who said "I love you" first? Paul.
7. Who is taller? Paul.
8. Who sings better? I sing more...does that count?
9. Who is smarter? Paul.
10. Who's temper is worse? Paul.
11. Who does the laundry? Jaesi.
12..Who does the dishes? Jaesi. Quick story, I went home one fall for 2 or so weeks and upon return found maggots in the sink from rotting dishes....he would wash the top ones when he needed them...I will ALWAYS do them
13. Who sleeps on the right side of the bed? Jaesi
14. Who pays the bills? Jaesi
15. Who is better with the computer? We have mad skills at emailing....
16. Who mows the lawn? Paul.
17. Who cooks dinner? Jaesi.
18. Who drives when you are together? Paul.
19. Who pays when you go out? Paul.
20. Who is most stubborn? Id say me but then I keep remembering all these times....
21. Who is the first to admit when they are wrong? Jaesi.
22. Whose parents do you see the most? Jaesi's, we stay here when we are in Utah.
23. Who kissed who first? Paul kissed Jaesi.
24. Who asked who out? Paul asked Jaesi.
25. Who proposed? Paul.
26. Who is more sensitive? Jaesi
27. Who has more friends? Jaesi
28. Who has more siblings? Paul. 4 sisters, 4 brothers. Jaesi 5 sisters 1 brother.
29. Who wears the pants in the family? I do only because he is never around.
Te Amo Paul!