Card Table

Jaime took a sculpture class last fall and one of their projects had to be made entirely out of paper and paper products. She decided to make a card table that would be low to the ground so you could sit on the floor and play games. I got to help her and we made it out of cardboard and put playing cards on the top. It turned out pretty neat, but we had some trouble with the removable legs. So yesterday, we finally got around to finishing it and then played a game with the boys, who liked the table and the game, which was Memory. Also yesterday, Jaime moved to a house she is renting in Exeter. It is a nice little house out in the middle of nowhere. If you see her, give her a housewarming hug.

Mini Vacation

We finally got to go see Michelle and Jonah at Big Bear Lake this week. The whole family (except Isaac) went, so it was quite a group. For some reason, I feel like I'm part of a parade whenever we go somewhere lately. We arrived Sunday night and made pizza for dinner. That was a bit of a disaster because we didn't have flour, parchment paper, pans, or a hot oven. But it ended up being tasty. Monday we had bacon and pancakes for breakfast; I was especially excited about that because every Saturday when Isaac is at our house, they are making bacon as I'm leaving for work. We got a tour of the camp and feed the ducks at the lake, which the boys loved. There was a little zoo nearby, so we checked that out, then had a late lunch. We took a drive to Lake Arrowhead in the afternoon, mostly so the boys would take a nap. The rest of the evening was relaxed, we had dinner and dessert and watched some shows about houses. Tuesday morning we went on another little walk to the lake and the playground, then packed up and drove to Heather and Isaac's apartment in Camarillo. It was fun to see their place, it is nice. Heather and I took a walk to Vons and got stuff for BLTs. After dinner, we walked to the park and the boys played. We left Camarillo this morning after waffles for breakfast and made good time on the drive home.

All in all, it was a great little trip and good to see where Michelle and Jonah are and Heather and Isaac's house. We also enjoyed cool weather, but no thunder storms. I got to say hi to my friends, Laura and Josh, but unfortunately, nothing more than hi.

My Boys

Aren't they cute?

Journey

Jaime and I saw "Journey to the Center of the Earth" in 3D today and it was fun. The movie itself was good, but seeing it in 3D was crazy. We had a good time and there are some jump out of your seat type moments, especially involving some vicious fish...

Go Bulldogs!

I had my Fresno State orientation yesterday; it was long. They had some good information, but it wasn't as helpful as I thought it would be. At least I have been to the campus though and started to get a sense of where things are and I have started registering for classes. Plus, I got a free cup and mini frisbee. It is exciting, but a bit scary too and I don't want to end up with another degree I won't use.



Natalie had her two week appointment today, although she is already two and a half weeks. She is healthy and happy. Heather is doing well too, recovering day by day. Grandpa and Eleanor are here visiting for a little and it is good to see them. Next week we are planning a family trip to see Michelle and Jonah and we are so excited!

Independence Day

We had a good time celebrating yesterday. Isaac and I made pies (starting Thursday night) and other food. They were tasty. Some of you may remember the apple pie recipe from Calvin Crest, summer '05, it is a good one. Mmmmm. The Nickells went to Isaac's brother's house to celebrate, while we had dinner here at home then Jaime and I went to Visalia for fireworks. It was fun to see a big show again, I haven't done that in awhile. I love fireworks; the colors, smells, and noise. I love summer in general and most summery things make me happy. We have a lot to be thankful for.