Last night we had the longest, brightest and by far the loudest thunderstorm I've ever been in. It went on and on and on. It was difficult to get up this morning but thankfully we are on the afternoon shift at the temple. I feel sorry for those who are working right now. It's still cloudy and wet this morning. ***I never finished this - and it seems like so long ago. That storm did mega damage to many cities around Nauvoo but almost no damage to Nauvoo. Quincy was declared a disaster area so that they could get help - even Keokuk had roofs blown off and trees down. It was actually more wind damage than rain.
Nauvoo
Today was really interesting. Elder Scott's family is having a reunion in Nauvoo and almost 100 of them came to the temple to do baptisms and sealings. Elder Scott was suppose to be attending but had a last minute assignment change and could not get here by today. However, his two brothers were here and they look and act so much like him (one more than the other) that it almost seemed like he was here.
Because of my assignments I was able to meet both of them and many other members of the family. They seem like a great family.
Because of my assignments I was able to meet both of them and many other members of the family. They seem like a great family.
Nauvoo
Hello - I guess we should be posting here more - time is a problem - and forgetfulness - we forget that it's here - guess we're not the only ones.
It's raining again today - in fact there are suppose to be some "sever thunderstorms" so we're not suppose to go traveling around. I see most of the cars are still here which is unusual.
We look forward to seeing Mark, Tori and Bryce on Wednesday and Thursday - Brent and Sharlene Gardner were here this weekend. The stayed at a B&B that is less than 2 blocks from us
My brother Dale and part of his family is coming in a couple of weeks. It's fun to have people come.
We're also had a great time getting reacquainted with Norm and Marsha Nilson. They have almost the same schedule as ours so we see them often.
When the weather is OK Dad has plenty of Disc Golf places to play and we've found several Geocaches. We cross the Mississippi several times each week - even just to do serious grocery shopping - the little store here doesn't have much.
Except for the weather - things have been great. We're at the Temple about 8 hours 5 days a week.
I'll post a couple of picture - I don't know how to chose which ones.
Temple
It's raining again today - in fact there are suppose to be some "sever thunderstorms" so we're not suppose to go traveling around. I see most of the cars are still here which is unusual.
We look forward to seeing Mark, Tori and Bryce on Wednesday and Thursday - Brent and Sharlene Gardner were here this weekend. The stayed at a B&B that is less than 2 blocks from us
My brother Dale and part of his family is coming in a couple of weeks. It's fun to have people come.
We're also had a great time getting reacquainted with Norm and Marsha Nilson. They have almost the same schedule as ours so we see them often.
When the weather is OK Dad has plenty of Disc Golf places to play and we've found several Geocaches. We cross the Mississippi several times each week - even just to do serious grocery shopping - the little store here doesn't have much.
Except for the weather - things have been great. We're at the Temple about 8 hours 5 days a week.
I'll post a couple of picture - I don't know how to chose which ones.
Temple
Last week we went on the "field trip" to "The Prairie Museum" about 100 miles away with others who are off on Friday.
The thunder and lightning is starting now.
No boating
Even with the Subaru here we can not use the canoe because almost all the lakes are closed to any boating - and the four that are open have mega restrictions and inspections. During the past week we've hiked around the areas of Lexington and Coyote and both have NO vessel signs. Sad
News
A little news.
Dad and I will most likely, or maybe quite probably, spend the summer serving in the Temple in Nauvoo.
Dad and I will most likely, or maybe quite probably, spend the summer serving in the Temple in Nauvoo.
It's a long story.
They ask for names of ordnance workers from the Oakland Temple who were available to work in Nauvoo for the summer.
So we turned in our names.
They do this every year but the temples that are ask to participate change. The temple matron told me that dozens of people "applied", of those, two couple were ask to turn in their mission papers, we were one of the couples.
If we "pass" then we would be in Nauvoo from the end of April until sometime in October. We hope Dad's heart is not a problem - or anything else - even my blood pressure - although it's usually just fine. All we can do is turn in the papers - the same papers that all missionaries turn in -- a lot for just 6 months. I wish it were simpler.
When we arrived home from this last trip there were messages on our machine from Temple Workers congratulating us -- although that was premature -- they had announced it in the Temple as if we were going for sure. The messages were the first we had heard anything.
Our stake president did get a letter with instructions for us to turn in mission papers by mid December - the Bishop gave us that letter Wednesday. We only have the information from the letter to the Temple President and to our Stake President. No personal contact.
I'm not sure we are comfortable enough to be excited to go. But if we do end up going, which, as I said before, is quite probable - then it should be a fun experience. It does feel like the right thing to do right now.
What do you think?
Guess that's all
So we turned in our names.
They do this every year but the temples that are ask to participate change. The temple matron told me that dozens of people "applied", of those, two couple were ask to turn in their mission papers, we were one of the couples.
If we "pass" then we would be in Nauvoo from the end of April until sometime in October. We hope Dad's heart is not a problem - or anything else - even my blood pressure - although it's usually just fine. All we can do is turn in the papers - the same papers that all missionaries turn in -- a lot for just 6 months. I wish it were simpler.
When we arrived home from this last trip there were messages on our machine from Temple Workers congratulating us -- although that was premature -- they had announced it in the Temple as if we were going for sure. The messages were the first we had heard anything.
Our stake president did get a letter with instructions for us to turn in mission papers by mid December - the Bishop gave us that letter Wednesday. We only have the information from the letter to the Temple President and to our Stake President. No personal contact.
I'm not sure we are comfortable enough to be excited to go. But if we do end up going, which, as I said before, is quite probable - then it should be a fun experience. It does feel like the right thing to do right now.
What do you think?
Guess that's all
When Jay was young
http://www.utahhomesforsale.us/fine/real/estate/home_view/984238/mlsname/WFRMLS
This house is across the street and down a couple from Dad's childhood home. A widow and her daughter (10 or so years older than dad) live there. Dad's mom would have him shovel the snow from their walks like a good boy but with no pay. Does leave you wondering?
Wonderful and Exciting
If you're actually visiting here --- yeah and hello
As for the exciting news
- Carrie's Mom was baptized today
That's a Happy Mother's Day
Congratulations and more to Pamalee.
What do you on.......
January:
Liz Jan 12
Aleen Jan 16
Liz Jan 12
Aleen Jan 16
February:
Carrie Feb 18
Mark Feb 27 (13)
Carrie Feb 18
Mark Feb 27 (13)
March
Jacob March 2 (8) ***Baptism March 6***
Jerry March 14
Kjirsten March 14 (13)
Simon March 30 (3)
Jacob March 2 (8) ***Baptism March 6***
Jerry March 14
Kjirsten March 14 (13)
Simon March 30 (3)
April:
Jay April 2
Josh April 2 (3)
Tori April 4 (16)
Emily April 17
Samantha April 25 (16)
Nate April 26
May:
Katie May 17
Jay April 2
Josh April 2 (3)
Tori April 4 (16)
Emily April 17
Samantha April 25 (16)
Nate April 26
May:
Katie May 17
June:
Harrison June 6 (16)
Harrison June 6 (16)
July:
Bryce July 7
Bryce July 7
August:
Alec Aug. 5 (1)
September:
Kris Sept. (12)
Ted Sept. (13)
October:
Sarah Oct. (18)
November:
Andy Nov. 11
December:
Katrina Dec. 12
Jailynn Dec. 26
new zoo
New Happy Hollow - opening next year
http://www.mercurynews.com/video?bcpid=22429504001&bclid=1659839466&bctid=46936182001
Necco Wafers Go All Natural
Charles Krupa, APThe iconic Necco Wafer is going au naturale.The revamped product is now using red beet juice, purple cabbage, cocoa powder, paprika and turmeric to replace the artificial ingredients that had been flavoring and coloring the wafers for years.But not every wafer made the cut.Of the eight original Necco wafers, lime did not get through the makeover. While the lime flavor could be created with natural ingredients, the color green itself was too hard to duplicate, so it was scrapped. However, it may return once the color code is cracked, according to brand manager, Aimee Scott.So there are now seven flavors and colors: chocolate, lemon, orange, clove, wintergreen, cinnamon and licorice. The chocolate wafer, however, now comes in four varieties: dark, milk, mocha and white."The flavor is actually a little bit stronger in the new ones because they are all natural," Jackie Hague, Necco's vice president for marketing, told Slashfood. "And when you look at them, they're pastel and not as bright as they used to be."So if longtime Necco eaters can get past the change in color, Hague thinks they won't be disappointed in the quality of taste.Necco, an acronym for New England Confectionery Company, is the oldest multi-line candy company in the United States -- dating back to 1847. It is also famous for timeless confections like the Valentine's Day staple Sweethearts' Conversation Hearts or the peanut butter-and-molasses chews, Mary Jane.
Charles Krupa, APThe iconic Necco Wafer is going au naturale.The revamped product is now using red beet juice, purple cabbage, cocoa powder, paprika and turmeric to replace the artificial ingredients that had been flavoring and coloring the wafers for years.But not every wafer made the cut.Of the eight original Necco wafers, lime did not get through the makeover. While the lime flavor could be created with natural ingredients, the color green itself was too hard to duplicate, so it was scrapped. However, it may return once the color code is cracked, according to brand manager, Aimee Scott.So there are now seven flavors and colors: chocolate, lemon, orange, clove, wintergreen, cinnamon and licorice. The chocolate wafer, however, now comes in four varieties: dark, milk, mocha and white."The flavor is actually a little bit stronger in the new ones because they are all natural," Jackie Hague, Necco's vice president for marketing, told Slashfood. "And when you look at them, they're pastel and not as bright as they used to be."So if longtime Necco eaters can get past the change in color, Hague thinks they won't be disappointed in the quality of taste.Necco, an acronym for New England Confectionery Company, is the oldest multi-line candy company in the United States -- dating back to 1847. It is also famous for timeless confections like the Valentine's Day staple Sweethearts' Conversation Hearts or the peanut butter-and-molasses chews, Mary Jane.
Dream Inn
I'm always thinking of update information I should post - then I forget to do it.
You may know about this "update" but just in case you don't I'll post it -- it has been a very long time coming - should have done it over a year ago when I first "discovered" it.
We went for a beach ride and as we turned left to drive along West Cliff I noticed the sign: DREAM INN! I was pretty excited. "The name is back". I went home and looked up the information but didn't post it - I should have it, was more than a year ago. I don't think I've even thought to say anything about it. It looks 'normal' so you may not have noticed. Here's a paragraph from the article late last summer.
During a public contest earlier this year, the community was invited to
rename the Coast Santa Cruz Hotel. After more than 800 suggestions were
received, all strongly recommending the hotel be officially honored with its
original name, the decision was made to seek out patented rights to use its
original name. "The Santa Cruz Dream Inn is an iconic property that deserves
an iconic name and we are pleased that this name relates to our vision for the
redesign of the hotel, and fulfills the community's dream as well," said Chip
Conley, Founder and CEO of Joie de Vivre.
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday to Kris today Ted Tomorrow - I would put on some before/after pictures but they're on the other computer. First meeting in Winimucca - last meeting at Brighton.
Have a great year guys
Cabin Schedule 2009
Our Times:
June: 6-12 * July: 11-17 * August: 15-21 * September: 19-25 * October: 24-30
We follow Keith and Mark follows us.
(Jay,Mark,Carol,Gary,Keith)
June: 6-12 * July: 11-17 * August: 15-21 * September: 19-25 * October: 24-30
We follow Keith and Mark follows us.
(Jay,Mark,Carol,Gary,Keith)
Memorial Day in Utah County
I went down to Nate and Carrie's for Memorial Day. Carrie cut some of the Iris from their backyard and we put them on the Hales and Burrows graves.
(Was that cement base always there? I thought I remembered the gravestone sinking down on one side. Maybe they fixed it or maybe that's the Rockwood headstone I'm thinking of)
It looks like two other people beat us to it and there were mums and geraniums on both gravesites. 
Simon got free a couple times. He really liked the pinwheels.
Then we drove back from Springville and Spanish Fork to Orem...
...along the way Simon taught me some gang signs he knew... what are they showing on Sesame Street these days???
Then Nate ground up some meat (finger meat) and we had some really good bacon burgers.
(Was that cement base always there? I thought I remembered the gravestone sinking down on one side. Maybe they fixed it or maybe that's the Rockwood headstone I'm thinking of) It looks like two other people beat us to it and there were mums and geraniums on both gravesites. 
Simon got free a couple times. He really liked the pinwheels. Then we drove back from Springville and Spanish Fork to Orem... ...along the way Simon taught me some gang signs he knew... what are they showing on Sesame Street these days??? Then Nate ground up some meat (finger meat) and we had some really good bacon burgers. 
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