Reminded.

 Today I was reminded of two things:

1. Having work without students on occasion is wonderful. I now have a clean office and feel prepared to tackle the next few weeks. 

2. I do not like cleaning up puke. 🤢 As a mom, sometimes I am required to do so. Z apologized at one point and I told her it is just something moms and dads have to deal with. Don’t worry, I had the inspiration of Luisa from Encanto and the song “Surface Pressure” to give me strength. Music is helpful in tough situations. “Stronger” by Kelly Clarkson helped this summer when dealing with a dead mouse at my sister’s house. 

What songs give you strength?

And That’s a Wrap

 

I had a blast with my siblings being on my turf. It was fun to finally show my brother around both my house and central Utah. 

The professional pics from Camera Shy turned out amazing. The goofy ones are favorites. We took pictures at the same little studio when my mom visited ten years ago. Ellis has changed just a smidge. 

Carmel Apples Pro Tip

 I love many things about Fall. Carmel apples are a special treat. We were tempted to buy some at Gardner Village but they were huge and expensive. So…my brilliant sister suggested having a carmel apple bar. 

What you need: 

1. Apples

2. Carmel

3. A variety of toppings put into cute themed containers. Ours were skulls filled with Charleston Chews, Oreos, M&Ms, sour gummies. We also had whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and maraschino cherries. 

Our version probably cost us less than half of buying the fancy pants gourmet ones and were more fun to assemble.  

Cascade Springs, The Alpine Loop and Pumpkin Carving

Erich and my Dog were instant friends. 

Andi is a very wonderful auntie!

 

Proof my brother was here. 

Gardner Village Never Disappoints!

The witch decide at Garner Village always makes me smile. 

  

 Not pictured…the amazing professional pictures my sister had done. One day I’ll get the digital copies. Also, not pictured: the amazing beef empanada, and me screaming in the tiny roller coaster at the amusement park. Can you feel how chili it has been this weekend?