ST. MOTEL & OLIVER HAZARD

We went to a concert. To be honest, we are too old to be attending concerts, but it was totally worth it! We had so much fun... especially watching our girls have the time of their lives. BUT next time Scott and I need to remember that we need at least 3-4 full days to recuperate. Ha! Ha! Ha!

My Sweetheart!

The Girls:

Bael - Katia - Sheila - Kiara

The Whole Gang:

Scott - Me - Bael - Katia - Sheila - Cody - Kiara

My Daughters:
My Colorado Daughter, My Baby Girl, and My Eldest

Between Shows....

Crazy!

The opening act was a group called Oliver Hazard. We recently learned about this unique three man group from Bael, and Scott and I instantly liked them. Kinda like the Lumineeres, these guys have a folksy/singer/songwriter vibe. Check out their songs Dandelion and Gold Teeth Girl. 

Oliver Hazard:

Devin, Mike and Nate

Then we saw Saint Motel, one of Katia's favorite bands of all time. They were LOUD. But really fun to watch. I especially like the lead guitarist. How would I describe their sound? Indie Pop/unique/showy. Check out my favorites: My Type and Move. 

A.J. Jackson - the lead singer

Kinda a nerd who didn't know how to grow up,

but also a musical prodigy.

Aaron Sharp knew how to rock on the guitar.

He was my favorite one to watch.

It was fun to have our grandkids in town for the show also. Here's some adorable pictures of them... because they are my favorite people to photograph!

Just a boy and his aunt's dog....

This kid never liked the sun in his eyes.

At the park

We regularly take our swords to the park.

Mango getting a ride from her mama.

Is she not adorable in that hat?

This grandma LOVES these two kids!

And grandpa adores them too.

Walking to the park with my girls and grandson.

Playing with swords:
Skittles and Sheila

First time on the slide!

Look! All by herself!

This mama loves her son!

What a fun week. I REALLY need a nap!

THE IRISH MAN AND THE STRONG MAN

St. Patrick's Day from the DeGooyers, Lillywhites, and Browns!

I'm legit. My maiden name is McCallister!

And I made St. Patty's Day trifle for Scott, Ken, and my dad.

Mama and Son

My Red Headed Leprechaun

Mama and Daughter
My Irish lassies

What can be better than living close enough to go see your oldest grandchild perform in his first kindergarten show? Scott and I made the 4 1/2 hour trek to see him in his Kindergarten Circus. He was the most adorable strong man in the entire show! He was especially excited about his "drawed on" mustache. I thought his biceps made of pool floaties were especially hilarious. I'm so glad we got to go.

Lifting barbells is hard work!

But Red Skittle made it look easy.

I don't know why this picture makes me giggle.

Singing his heart out!

The smallest of the strong men was the cutest!

Look at my muscles!

Mom and Dad with their little strong man!

Grandma and Grandpa were sooooo proud of this guy!

After the spectacular kindergarten circus, Kiara and I took Skittles to McDonalds for some fun time.

Look at the colors!

My Red Headed Walrus

Fun at McDonald's with Kiara and Skittle

Playing dice with grandpa!

Cody made sushi for Scott. It looked amazing! And Scott loved it!

Sushi for three!

Then we went to see our other grandchild. Mango was as adorable as ever!

Look... a fire!

Making music

Mango is practically perfect in every way!

And Katia made pretzels. Yummmmmmm!

In the mean time, Katia and I finished reading "Sunrise on the Reaping" by Susanne Collins. Kiara is still reading it. And Scott is looking forward to reading it. It's a typical Hunger Games story. I really enjoyed understanding Haymitch better. But I must say it's really sad.

PENITENT

I am blogging today with a contrite heart. I don't know how I managed to miss blogging for over 6 weeks. I have been keeping busy with a music studio consisting of 10 students, subbing for seminary at least 3-5 days a month, planning and executing a motivating and spiritual music experience for our ward's primary, working with a group of women to make a fun monthly Relief Society activity, teaching a weekly pre-school music class, reading and attending book club meetings, etc. etc. etc. I need to make this blog a priority (according to a couple of my readers) but it seems to be pushed back and back, and then I have to write a post like this:

Here's the last 8 weeks (in pictures) with a LITTLE commentary:

Our Annual Blue Party

The whole crew at the Blue Party

I sure love these people I'm spending life with!

Guess who came to visit?!
Mango and her Mama

Oh... and Jude.

Katia took this picture for bribery purposes.

It's proof that I will actually walk a dog.

But these two are the real reasons I'm so happy!

I love baby snuggles!

And weeks with Katia wouldn't be complete without Red Robin OR Slim Chickens...

She loves good food!

Mango wasn't sure about my rocking dragon.

Grandpa loves Mango too!

Isn't she adorable?!

Don't worry, I'm teaching her right! Diet Coke is where it's at!

Guess who turned 80 in February?!

My Dad!!!!

GJ and I embarrassed him at his humanitarian work with cookies, a balloon and a song.

We also made him homemade lasagna (Mom's recipe).

And dad loves Mark Twain... hence, the shirt.

And my active father was pruning his roses for a good chunk of his birthday.

I love this great man who raised me.

He is brilliant (don't let him know I said that) and kind and one of my best friends!

Sooooo, I guess I need to admit that I'm weird.

Scott finds it funny that I cross stitch wearing two glasses. 

To be fair, the black glasses are magnifiers.

Yes, I'm getting old.

We got snow in February. It was lovely.

But I still don't like it. I don't like being cold.

Check out my new yellow earrings!

My friend turned nine!

Happy Birthday, Lobster!

And my niece's middle daughter was the lead role in her school play.

She is excellent!

The Red Queen from Alice in Wonderland never looked better.

And she even managed to embarrass her sisters on stage
getting them to "play the roles" of the arches for croquet.

Alright... time for Mango overload!

She loves smoothies!

Too cute!

The Tigger is bigger than her.

"Thanks, Aunt Kiodo, for the crocheted toy!"

Watch out! She's mobile!

"Daddy is the best!"

Katia says, "How am I supposed to get any work done?"

She's 6 months in this picture!

She's 7 months is this picture!

And she loves tomatoes!

She takes after her grandma!

And my other grandchild!

Red Skittle loves baking.

He loves Kindergarten.

He loves Minecraft.

And he loves reading.

He also loves his cousin, Mango.

He is an artist.

He loves reading the scriptures... by himself.

(Yes, he is reading aloud a verse of scripture in this picture.)

And Red Skittle loves music and dancing.

He's definitely got the moves!

And the confidence!

And cute parents!

GJ and I are getting ready to start our own business.

We'll be at the Meridian Farmer's Markets every week in April
and every other week the rest of the season. Come check us out!

I'm making all sorts of jams, jellies and salves.

GJ is specializing in infused honey and garlic products.

We're excited for this new adventure!

Stay tuned for: The Sun Kissed Homestead!

Welllllllll, that's the news from the DeGooyers. I'll try to be better about posting in the future.