He's the Man!

We got a call today from Connor's soccer club and they informed us that Connor made the All-Star team!! He's so excited and we're so excited and proud. They have a 4-game tournament on November 17th and they'll be practicing hard twice a week until then, and learning real game strategies. Up until now, the boys have played 3-on-3 with a goalie, but the All-Star team will be playing with a full 8-man (boy) team and learning positions. It's so exciting to watch Connor play and really fun to see how he excels. I wish everybody could be here to share this with him, but we'll try to take lots of pictures and video.

**On a separate note-we're not burning up. The fires are definitely not far away, but they are not near enough to put us in danger as of now. The air is obviously totally gross and ashy and it's kind of orange outside. The boys don't have work and Connor doesn't have school for the rest of the week. So we're just hunkered down, watching the news and taking it day by day. If things get too hairy, we have things ready to go and we'll head to Vegas. But for now, we're okay and staying put. We'll keep y'all posted if anything changes. Peace.

Connor's Big Save

Today was Connor's last game of soccer for the season. His team, The Blue Lightening, were pretty good and had a great season. At this age, they don't keep score or keep statistics as far as wins/losses goes, but I think we won more than we lost. We're so proud of Connor's skill on the soccer field, he amazes us all the time. He's such a gifted athlete, smarty-pants and all-around good kid! I don't know where he comes from, but I wouldn't give him back for a gazillion dollars. Here's a cute little video of him playing goalie today. The quality's not great, but you'll get the point. Later-DeEtte

Pumpkin Roll!!

Well, I got a bit bored (and hungry) the other day and decided that I wanted to try to make a pumpkin roll. There's this lady in my ward who makes them and I've always loved them but she won't share her family's recipe (hate people like that). Anyways, I went online, got a recipe and gave it a go. Let me tell you (boasting alert), that pumpkin roll was totally delicious. I think I've outdone myself, I might go into the pumpkin roll business. I'm very proud, it wasn't the easiest recipe and it turned out so great. Everyone should come here for Thanksgiving and I'll make 15 pumpkin rolls!! I realize I need to calm down, but apparently I'm high on pumpkin. Anyhow, check out the glory.....

Guilty Conscience

So, you know how they say that when a prisoner is guilty, he always sleeps soundly through the night because he knows he's been caught and there's nothing left to worry about. Well, I think they may be onto something...check out Lily's last trip to time out.




And yet, another eventful (I'm being sarcastic here) day at soccer. Check out Lily's friends, and check out Lily. I swear, I don't know what I'm gonna do with this kid.

R.I.P. Padres

I'm at a loss for words...I feel dead inside. Well, almost dead. There is a part of me that's so consumed with rage that it can't possibly be numb. My guys gave it their all (most of the time) and I have nothing but love for them. All except for Trevor Hoffman, who I hope gets food poisoning every day of the off season. All I can say now is...Go Diamondbacks!

And don't tell Connor I said this, but I kind of hope Matt Holliday has permanent scarring on his stupid, fat, bald head!!!!