It was an Expensive Lunch!!

OK....a story to laugh about.....later.
I decided to call Brad up for Lunch. We decided to meet at the Quiznos by his office. So, I drive over there and I see a "3-Hour" parking sign. Great! I can do that. So I park and wait for Brad. We had a nice lunch and then I offered to drive him back to the office. We went out to my car and lo and behold, there is a ticket on my windshield!! No, that can't be....it hasn't been 3 hours. I look at the sign again and I see (for the first time) a second sign right underneathe. It says: Handicapped Parking only. Oh NO!! I look at the amount and about started to cry. Brad is VERY, VERY good and doesn't say a thing, mainly because he can see how bad I feel and he feels just as bad! We went to talk to the nice police lady, but she wouldn't budge. She did point out that if I paid it in 7 days, the fine was substantially lower. And as Brad said: "That was an expensive Lunch!!"

Happy Birthday Jenny

We sure hope the newest member of the Weech family has a great day. We love you Jenny!!

10 things I'm THANKFUL for..........

10. A nice hot jacuzzi at the end of a day...to help me relax and fall asleep
9. Stores that stay open at all hours and most days to help people like me. I must have gone to Walmart 5 times....for odds and ends and at the last, a frisbee!
8. Our wonderful home where we can have our family and friends over to enjoy an afternoon or a wonderful reception.
7. The gorgeous weather we have been having in Arizona. It was too hot to eat outside for Thanksgiving dinner, but just right to have a very intense game of soccer afterwards!
6. Our wonderful friends....I can't begin to explain how important they are to us! Most of our friends and some in particular are considered our family...they are that wonderful!!
5. Our grandparents - especially when they are asked to "change traditions"....that can be hard and scary....thank you so much for trying something new at your age!!!
4. Aaron's willingness to befriend anyone...and help others celebrate Thanksgiving. You will need to read his blog for all the details....he is VERY detailed! We love him and hope he doesn't freeze too much! We are so proud of him and also very thankful for a wonderful girl - Savannah - who makes him smile and loves him! Their wedding is just around the corner!!
3. Tyler and Jenny's decision to be sealed in the temple. They are having a blast...where ever they may be and we are SOOOOO happy for them!!
2. The rest of my family - Jacque, Aly and my best friend, Brad. They don't hardly get any credit for the wonderful dinners and socials we have at our house. They are the "behind the scene" crew. They help, run errends and put up with my bouts of stress. They clean, run errends (yes, I said that twice), and still look wonderful when the guests arrive. They are my super heroes. I love them dearly and count them as my dearest treasures!
1. The gospel of Jesus Christ - how wonderful it is. Our family is blessed because of the gospel. We have purpose and direction in our lives because of the gospel. Our dearest treasures are ours eternally because of the Gospel. My life is complete because of the Love of our Savior, His sacrifice and the restoration of His church.

WARNING!!

As of today, there is another teenage driver on the roads. We just wanted to warn all our friends, family and anyone else driving that one, Aly Weech, is now an official driver.....FINALLY!!! She passed her permit test (no, she didn't break Jacque's record) and has already connived her mom into letting her drive the MXD. Actually, Aly didn't do that bad and not once did I scream at her or for her to slow down, watch out or be careful. She did quite well. This is, of course, just a friendly warning (to all who may see a car swerving a bit to stay in the middle of her lane), to move over, speed away or just stay off the road!

A Perfect Day

Boy, I wish I had pictures. Most everyone that reads this was there, but pictures speak a thousand words. I thought Tyler and Jenny's day was near perfect. The sealing was special and full of wonderful counsel. Tyler and Jenny were perfect as they came out of the temple.....happy, in love and excited to be Mr. and Mrs. The reception was beautiful....ONLY because I have the best, most talented friends in the world. I also have family who will pitch in, help and do anything needed. (It doesn't get better than that!!) I can't wait to share some pictures...so for now....it was a picture perfect evening. Congrats go out to Tyler and Jenny....where ever they may be ( I know!) Know that as our family and friends....we love you, we appreciate you and thank you for sharing our very special day.
.................. now on to #2!!!!!!

Are we having any fun?

The answer is YES!! Our home is a "happening" place and it's coming together beautifully. My to-do list is actually quite hilarious, but I have over 24 hours....and I know that Jenny's is longer, so I shall not complain! My favorite part - besides knowing that Tyler and Jenny are being sealed in the temple - is the excitement of family and friends mingling together in our home. That brings me so much happiness. Come one, come all....IT'S A PARTY!!!!!

UNDEFEATED!!

Aly's season with GYSA has come to a close. Her team was undefeated AND won the SPORTSMANSHIP award. I'm thinking those other teams are probably a little miffed, but Aly was excited to be on a winning team. She played against some tough players!! Of course, in a couple of weeks, we start HHS's season.....it never ends!!

I am alive!

For all those wondering if I'm out of bed...the answer is yes. J/K!!! It seems the "to-do" list is getting longer and longer and longer and the days are getting shorter and ....well, you get the picture. We are definitely down to the last minute details and I'm hoping that there aren't any biggies that I've forgotten. I have such great friends (and family, of course!) They are all pitching in and helping and it's going to be a great party. Just thought I would let everyone know that planning two "open houses" CAN be fun, is fun and best of all, I get two beautiful daughters-in-law as the result. LUCKY ME!!

CONGRATS to Aly!!!!!

Aly has been at try-outs for HHS soccer all week. She found out today that she has MADE THE JV TEAM!! So, taking after Tyler, we have another High School Soccer player....hopefully she doesn't break any bones!!

Our Halloween Helper

Isn't she cute?? Cute as a button....no wait...it's a penguin. Savannah, all decked out, was the designated passer-outer of all candy at Grammy's house. Everyone knows what a job that is!! Savannah played the part, loved all the costumes and had fun "treating" the kids to a cute character. We all teased her about keeping the costume for Vermont, where it would keep her warm...but she reminded us that Aaron was there.....ahhhhhh