And we're off

Happy Friday!

I don't know about you but I'm ready to kiss this week goodye.

(the kiss of all kisses)

On our way to Denver for a delightful weekend.

Can't wait to report. It's a first for us!

paddle boarding

our quick trip to lake powell turned out to be well needed and much fun.

i love these pictures.

and i love him. so much.

once upon a time

we bought a little car.

we called that car "black panther" it was a good car, in fact a great car.

it was important to us because it was our first car.

we survived our whole first year of marriage with just one car.

(i know can you believe it?)

our car was fast.

and we really liked driving it.

it was the perfect "date night" car.

we loved our little car.

then we decided to have a moment of insanity and get a little pup.

a little pup who grew to be a big pup and a crazy pup.

our car wasn't the ideal "dog" car.

or the perfect "travel" car.

so after lots of contemplation we decided to put it up for sale.

(we must really like our little pup)

it was a big decision for jake.

he loved b.p.

but after much waiting...we sold it!

(and we know it's the right decision even if we don't feel that way right now)

so these were our last (and really only) pictures with the car.

my mom insisted.she said we would want to show our kids that we were "cool" at one point.

and of course lucy had to be in them because this is really all her fault :)

thanks b.p. for lots of great drives,

the best heat seater in the world,

fun memories,

and taking lots of our money.

(hehe but well worth it)

guess you'll just have to wait to see what we decide to get next.

dirty joe's

happy monday lovers!

hope your weekend was enjoyable.

ours was rather eventful.

we took the pup to "dirty joe's" dog wash.

yes dog wash, like a car wash.

(they provide the supplies, you do the work)

miss lucy was a pretty good sport considering it was her first time.

let's just say there were lots of giggles and wrestling on our part.

splashing on her part.

but i will say she is one clean puppy.

(one clean giant puppy)

thanks dirty joe's!

we will definitely be back.

on another note...

i didn't think it could get any better.

so darling.

where can i find one of these?

i will pay.

happy friday!

sorry for the lack of posts we went on a lovely get a way to beloved lake powell and just returned.

a little sad it was the last trip down there of the year.

we celebrated an extra week of summer with warm weather and summer fun.

and loved it.

lot's to catch up on but that will be for later.

we are going to another one of these this weekend and a pumpkin patch to find our jack's.

no complaints we love spooking ourselves during this month.

(in fact i'm antsy to go to the new 666 hh tonight. it's all the rave we''ll let you know our reviews.)

speaking of this month:

we've had lots and lots of pumpkin food, candy corns, pumpkins, and halloween eves.

this may be our most festive year yet!

(thanks to the husband for letting me fulfill all my little hopes for the holidays)

what are all you friends doing tonight?

dear: little letters

dear: yesterday

thank you for pouring all day.

excuses for layers and pumpkin spice soy milk.

we got to fall asleep to the pitter patter of rain.

dear: weather today

did i spot snow in the mountains?

i will have a bone to pick with mother nature if she decides to skip fall altogether.

(seriously though, we were in the high 80's last week and now snow? oh utah.)

dear: pot roast

you smell delish can't wait to eat you with homemade rolls.

mmm. the perfect rainy day meal.

dear: new job.

you are fun. i like you a lot. advertising is exciting and i can't wait to learn more.

dear: lucy

you weigh 75 lbs now.

what were we thinking?

dear: lake powell.

i get giddy just thinking about being in one of our favorite places.

we can pretend it's still summer for a few days right?

dear: house

please keep yourself tidy, i'm getting a little sick of you.

i wish i could quit you.

dear: sweets

goodbye for a while. we will see how we do!

(any words of advice?)

dear: halloween decor

you are making me smile everytime i see you.

here are some sneak peaks.

go here to see pictures of our conference breakfast with these good friends.

you know it's fall when...

you wake up to the sound of rain.

the air begins to feel crisp.

and your kitchen is full of:

pumpkin ramekins

pumpkin pancakes

and new fall dish towels.

for breakfast this morning i used this recipe for some of the best "healthy" pancakes i've had.

in large mixing bowl combine:

2/3 cup whole wheat flour

1/4 cup quick oats

dash of salt

1 teaspoon of baking soda

1 teaspoon of cinnamon

mix and then add:

1 teaspoon vanilla

1 large egg

1/3 cup of pumpkin

2/3 cup soy milk/almond milk

1 teaspoon stevia

combine and cook on griddle and enjoy.

delicious.

(the husband agrees)

seriously try them. they will not disappoint.

(for more taste you could add chopped nuts too)

this weekend:

she: organized her closet.

baked tasty treats.

visited with best friends.

he: studied (not so new!)

went to priesthood with dad and brother.

played in a flag football game.

we:went to a utah game.

cheered the little brothers on at east.

had family movie night.

enjoyed a wonderful breakfast thanks to these good friends.

watched a weekend of conference

and went on a little hike with the pup.

cinnamon pumpkin pull.a.parts

i made this tasty treat on sunday morning.

i would highly recommend it to all of you cinnamon and pumpkin lovers like me.

hence the name.

they are well worth it.

found on interest (where else?)

recipe here