UPDATE

So Earth Hour went well here. We had a lot of fun playing hide and go seek. We had a candle in every room (except upstairs, we put the baby to bed so we didn't play up there). The kids asked if we could do it every night. Andrew seemed to get the most kick out of it, he keeps saying "can we do that thing when you get the candles and we turn off the lights" So I guess it's tradition now, but we might have to do it more than once a year! Well I just wanted to share this picture. Danika was so excited to show me her barbies, they are dancing to Fabulous from High School Musical. I thought it was funny because she has their arms up like they do in the show. In case your wondering, the girl sitting under the towel is playing the piano for them. I'm always amazed at how creative children can be!

Earth Hour

Everything has been good this morning....well except waking up to snow and Andrew telling me Luke spit in Jacobs hair while I was in the shower. I got to sleep in and no one woke me up through the night so that was nice. Have you heard about earth hour? I'm excited to observe it tonight. If you don't know what it is you can check this outI think it will be fun to light candles throughout the house and play hide and go seek by candlelight.

FOOD FRENZY FRIDAY

Cinnamon Cream Syrup

This syrup is super easy and my kids enjoy it. We always have some left over to refrigerate for the next time. It's a nice change from plain maple syrup.

Combine 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup corn syrup and 1/4 cup water in a pan. Bring to a boil and stir for two minutes. Remove from heat and add a (5oz) can of Evaporated milk (I buy a larger can so it's a little more than 1/2 cup). Also add 1 tsp. vanilla and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, whisk to mix.

Since that was just syrup and not a meal I thought I would post another recipe.

Beefy Biscuit Cups

These are also really easy to make! I think I found the recipe in a Taste of Home quick cooking magazine.

1 lb. ground beef cooked and drained (I just use 1/2 lb.)
1 (14 oz) jar spaghetti sauce
2 tubes (8oz each) Lg refrigerated biscuits
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Stir spaghetti sauce into beef and cook for 5-10 minutes. Press biscuits into bottom and up sides of greased muffin cups. Spoon 2 Tbs of meat mixture into the center of each cup. Bake at 375 for 15-17 minutes or until golden. Sprinkle with cheese and bake three minutes longer.

Once again if you use them let me know what you think! Have a great weekend!

The Husband Quiz

What is his name? Kevin Bruce Westwood
How long did you date? 4 months and then around 4 months engaged
Who eats more sweets? ummm. I would say me but we both have a sweet tooth come 9:00
Who is taller? Well thats a no brainer.
Who is the better singer? I'd have to say me if you want to know how he sings ask Brother Hedin he he
Who does the laundry? I do
Who pays the bills? I do
Who sleeps on the right side of the bed? He Does.
Who mows the lawn? I do
Who cooks dinner? I do
Who drives when you're together? He does
Who is more stubborn? Umm... I think I'd have to say me.
Who kissed who first? He kissed me
Who asked who out? We hung out together a lot but he probably made the first official date.
Who proposed? He did, we were looking at the lights at Temple Square when he got down on one knee. After that we went to a Jazz game....ahhhhhh the memories
Who is more sensitive? Ohhhh ya thats me too! Especially when I'm prego
Who has more siblings? I do, there are seven kids in my family he has four
Who wears the pants? I'm going to say me again.....I get pretty bossy. I like things done my way, but he puts up with me. Thanks sweetie

I wonder how it gets in there?

The morning started off okay, but then things started to go downhill when Jacob took the lid off his sippy cup while I was in the shower and spread milk all over the kitchen floor. I guess I should look on the brighter side, at least it wasn't my carpet. To cool down I decided to post....great therapy eh? So your probably wondering why I took a picture of my utensil drawer? I was wondering how a utensil drawer could get so dirty when all your putting in it is clean utensils! It's like the fridge (unless something spills) your just putting closed items in there yet it gets so dirty. Please let me know I'm not alone on this. You too must have dirty utensil drawers right? If you don't, well keep it to yourself or share why yours is clean and why mines not! Better yet....come and clean mine ha ha.
PS I don't know if you can tell it or not in the picture, but there are little pieces of uncooked noodles in there HOW IN THE WORLD DID IT GET IN THERE?

Whew!

YAAAAAA.....It's a beautiful day outside! The kids and I went outside to play some ball and I had to take my jacket off because it was so warm! I could get used to this! Speaking of nicer weather Tina and I have started walking again, it was beautiful this morning. Still a little chilly but very nice. Your welcome to walk with us in the mornings, just call one of us and we can let you know our schedule. Well I said that I would post some pictures of Danika's Party. The cake one is well (sigh) is kinda sad to see for me. All the work that was put into it and it's gobbled up in no time! I feel that way a lot of times with dinner. There are some recipes that take almost 1 1/2 hours to create and its gone in 15 minutes. Ya know what I mean?

Easter Sunday

I usually don't post on Sunday but I felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude this day and wanted to share it. I was listening to the sounds for Sunday this morning (I usually don't turn on the radio but for some reason today I did) I think it stems back from my Mom playing it loudly to get us out of bed on Sunday. I listened and felt the spirit as I heard songs about the Savior and his love for us. How often I take things for granted. Like my children's smiles, or just the fact that I have the Gospel in my life. This is the story that Andrew is giving in Primary for his talk today.
Jesus, he was like no other.
Jesus is my Elder Brother.
He was born a baby small.
He was the Savior of us all.
And as he grew into a boy.
He brought much happiness and joy.
And soon he grew to be a man.
He did his best to spread God's plan.
Many listened to his words so dear.
But there were those who would not hear.
Jesus prayed to our Father up above.
That he may stay and share his love.
But Jesus died upon the cross.
And many cried for our great loss.
It was in three days that he did rise.
For some it was a great surprise.
Jesus lives today with our Father above.
We still remember his goodness and love.
Jesus, He was like no other.
Jesus, is my Elder Brother.

I know our Savior lives and that he will come again. I feel his love daily in my life. He loves me and loves each and everyone of us! HAVE A HAPPY EASTER!

Danikas Bone Cake

Danika's Birthday Party is today, I just wanted to post a picture of the bone cake that took toooooooooooo long to decorate! She themed her party a "Doggy party." I should have just frosted it white but nooooo I had to take a cake tip and star the whole stinkin thing. I hope you can see how big it turned out to be. I will post some pictures of her party next week.

Growing up too fast!

On Wednesday I took Andrew to his Kindergarten screening. I'm going to have two children in school!!!!!! It seems like he too was just a baby!

My Baby Boy and Me
It's three a.m., they're all asleep, and no one's here to see
As we rock slowly back and forth, my baby boy and me.
His little hand is feather light, tucked up against my chin.
I hold his tiny hand in mine and stroke his baby skin.
The house about us creaks and groans, the clock hands creep around.
He snuggles closer to me still, and makes his baby sounds.
I love these quiet hours so much and cherish every one.
Store memories up inside my heart for lonely nights to come.
All too soon he'll be grown up, his need for mama gone.
But until then I still have time for kisses and for song.
Time for quiet hours like this with him cuddled in my arms,
Where I wish he's always stay, protected, safe and warm.
And yet I know the day will come when his tiny little hand,
Will be bigger than my own, he'll grow to be a man.
But until then he's mine to love with no one here to see,
As we rock slowly back and forth, my baby boy and me.
-anonymous

Okay it's official, I'm baby hungry! Everytime I read that poem it makes me cry thinking about holding my babies. My cousin gave this poem to me when I had Andrew. He's not yet a man and leaving us but he's growing so fast! I used to cuddle him but now all he wants to do is sword fight.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DANIKA!

Wow Our angel turns seven years old today. I can't believe how time flies! It seems like she was just a baby, but then I can't remember her being little (does that make sense?) She is such a cutie trying to make everyone smile. She is always so happy and a great helper for mom. She just beamed today when I went to her class to pass out treats and show them some baby pictures of her. What a blessing she is in our lives. Happy Birthday Beautiful, we love you!