there’s nothing wrong with kids that trying to reason with them won’t make worse

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Making thanksgiving pies

What?  Isn't this how your kitchen helpers help?

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

Jealousy

We recently spent a load of money on the Saturn, getting it fixed up. We still need to replace the clutch, which will be our Christmas present to each other. I know, totally romantic.

I think the van was jealous of all the money we spent on the little car, because getting new tires today totally busted the bank. On the other hand, the tire guy complimented me on my 'manly engine'.

Monday, November 24, 2008

1.69!!!

At the flying J. Is it just me, or is this worth a party?

Thursday, November 13, 2008

Deacons embrace Womanhood!

Note to self: giggling while your son tells you about his lesson on Sunday is non-appropriate behavior.

Although. . . .

Friday, November 7, 2008

Pastel camo cast

D picked out this color cast in the hopes that it will go with 'everything'. Quite the present to get the day before her 11th birthday!
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Thursday, November 6, 2008

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Da Zoo


We picked the busiest day of the year for our last visit to the zoo. Despite the crowds we all enjoyed the morning--especially the treats we managed to snag, and the kids loved riding the merry-go-round with Grandma and Grandpa. Actually, to be totally honest, the kids except No enjoyed it. He had his 'sober' face on the entire time and would not smile at all. The rest of the kids had a blast, though!

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Bad Family Traditions

Much like the car breaking down in Winnemucca, this is a family tradition I'd rather leave in the past. No more roller skating for these Cooks! D is fine, we'll be getting her wrist casted on Thursday.
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Sunday, November 2, 2008

Peacefully sleeping

There's something peaceful and restful about waking up to the sound of rain against the window. Until, of course, the kids wake up.

Saturday, November 1, 2008

How to host a Halloween party


So, you're at a party, surrounded by treats, cookies and the like. What do you do? You pick up a stick

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