Funny Friday

I have always gotten after Todd for keeping all his old toys. Seriously, the man has trunks and boxes full of his childhood toys. We are talking Micro Machines, He-Man action figures and the original Transformers, Legos and Star Wars figures. And that is just to name a few! It wasn't until I had boys that I appreciated his toy-hoarding habit. They love Daddy's toys.

This is Todd showing the boys his pranks and tricks box. He is showing Andrew the trick pack of gum. You know, the kind where you ask someone to take a piece and it snaps your finger. Note the wicked giggle Drew gets after Todd suggest he show his sisters. . . .

This is little brother, being the brunt of big brother's prank. I guess if I get technical, he is really the brunt of Dad's pranks! Mean Dad. Why do you keep these "toys"?

Turnback Tuesday

Goodbye Summer. . .You will be missed.

Sunday Reflection

Favorite quote from a favorite person:

“Anyone who imagines that bliss is normal is going to waste a lot of time running around shouting that he is being robbed. The fact is that most putts don’t drop, most beef is tough, most children grow up to be just people, most successful marriages require a high degree of mutual toleration, most jobs are more often dull than otherwise. Life is like an old time rail journey... ...delays, sidetracks, smoke, dust, cinders and jolts, interspersed only occasionally by beautiful vistas and a thrilling burst of speed. The trick is to thank the lord for letting you have the ride.” (President Gordon B. Hinckley)

Condo anyone?

My brother has been trying to sell his downtown SLC condo for over 7 months, ever since he left for much more sunshine in FL. I just thought I'd post it here to see if anyone knows anyone who might be looking for a place? And it even has a pool, folks! Check it out at this link. And if you want to read just how cool it was for him for nearly 10 years, he wrote about it here.

Funny Friday

Samba Baby
It doesn't seem at all entirely possible for this baby to move this way.
But it makes me laugh every time!
Thanks D for sharing it with me- :-)

Thoughtful Thursday

Cancer.
What an ugly word.
It forgives no one.
Attacks anyone
any time
any age.
A friend battles
one street over.
She will come out victor.
I am sure of it.
My uncle lost his war
two days ago.
Body is free
But he will be missed.
Talented
Giving
Kind
Love you Uncle Paul.
See you later.

Labor Day

We wanted to do something fun as a family.

We gave choices.
Hands down it was bowling at Fat Cats.
This boy has been begging for the better part of this year.
And he is good.
In fact, he took second place after Todd.
The kid has got some serious skills.

And, of course, for the financial side of our outing you can check out my IAHY post.