Smoothie

I thought I would let you know that I made a new smoothie this morning, it was so yummy and several people are always asking me for breakfast ideas so here ya go! This is high in protein and very filling!!

1 cup light choc. soy milk (you can use skim milk if you want as a substitute)
1/2 cup frozen mixed berries (bought a bag from wal-mart)
1/2 cup cottage cheese (I know sounds yucky but it makes it creamy)
1 scoop protein powder (I used vanilla today but you can use choc.)
Ice and blend in blender!

Yummy stuff. Try it.

Trip Report

So I thought I would report in blog "tag" style!

7 Things I loved about our trip to Puerto Rico!

1. I loved being with my husband and brother. They do tend to tease quite a bit but at least I know they love me even if alot of the jokes were at my expense!

2. I loved the sounds of the ocean. Every morning we would open the glass doors in our room and you could hear the soothing sounds of waves. Aaron and I would take jogs around the resort in the mornings, we found a great hill! We knew it was a good sign when I lost my Prescription sunglasses in the ocean and Aaron found them 30 minutes later! IN THE OCEAN!!!!!! That was crazy.

3. I loved the Ferry ride we took to the island of Culebra. It was considered the 2nd most beautiful beach in the world. I would agree.

4. The food was great! I was surprised at how much fried food they eat. The fried cheese with guava dip was delicious! As you can see we enjoyed some dessert as well one night.

5. I liked the hike in the rain forest to the waterfalls. It is so green and really not many bugs!

6. Seeing the culture was interesting. I was impressed with how many people were bilingual. The dogs there are free to roam, we saw gangs of dogs!!!

7. I really loved it all, it is hard to keep it to just 7 things. So this last one covers it all.

Aaron, thanks for such a great trip, Josh and I have made many fun memories and laughs from this trip, it is priceless!

Grateful

I needed to just post and say that I am grateful fo all I have. I think we forget to be thankful on a day to day basis. We need to remember to say thank you to all the people we love.

The Routt family (extended family)and Sanders Family has had a rough week. We love our family so much and really miss being close to them. I hope you all know how much we think of you and are grateful for the joy that each of you brings into our lives.

Josh and I are headed on our very first alone vacation. We will be spending next week in Puerto Rico. Can't wait!! I will post when I return.

I just thought I would attach this picture of Emma and I at the Great Arkansas Workout! I was a presenter and she got picked to be one of the kids involved, way to go Emma!!

Soaring Wings Half Marathon

Today was a great day! I accomplished a goal of mine. I have been wanting to run a half marathon under a certain time and I did it!!!!! I ran it in 1:53:37. 13.1 miles in under an hour and 55 minutes, that is about an 8:41 minute mile. Yes, I was happy because my old body has not been feeling good with running lately. That time really isn't that fast but because it was a local race and only about 650 people signed up I was able to win 3rd place in my age division. I got a trophy!! My children think I won, we will just let them think I am a winner for once and not a loser mom!!!

Sherwood Acres!

We had the great opportunity to be one of the few chosen ones to go to the SHerwood Lake house. We felt quite privaledged to be there! :) IT is an interesting drive, actually, it takes forever!!!! The drive is for sure worth it!! IT was absolutely beautiful and peaceful. WE made a fire that night and roasted marshmellows, then the next morning made another one and enjoyed the view. It was a great time with Stan, Sue and Allie. Here are a few pictures we would like to share with you all so you can just hope that one day you get your invite!

Pumpkin Patch Days are Over!

WEll, I have officially attended my last pumpkin patch field trip with Evan. I would have to say I was sad. I tried to make sure I savored every part of it. The uncomfortable hayride through the make shift spooky woods...taking forever to pick out the prefect pumpkin in the mud when they really all look just alike...the way too long haride back because the teachers need to kill some time...the kids playing in the haybell tunnels and complain that they are itchy and very dirty...the bumble bees swarming us while we try to eat our sack lunch on the ground...the hot humid air of Arkansas that is not hot and humid anywhere else...and of course, my precious child loving every minute of it. I will miss the pumpkin patch.

Tagged!

Okay, I will finally complete the tag request. This is hard for me because it takes time to think about stuff like this. Sooo.. here goes!

7 Things I Can do:
1. I can complete a triathlon and half marathon!
2. I can complete my bedtime prayers without falling asleep (most of the time)
3. I can eat more than my husband
4. I can wake up at 4:40 every morning and still be awake after 8:00 pm.
5. I can still do a herky (spelling on that not sure) cheerleader jump, without pulling a hamstring muscle!
6. I can love my children even after all the frustrating days they put me through.
7. I can be a wife, mother, daughter, sister, sister-in-law, employee, employer, personal trainer, fitness instructor and friend all in the same day! :)

7 things I cannot do:
1. I cannot scrapbook (or do crafts of any kind)
2. I cannot remember birthdays (the children killed all those braincells)
3. I cannot run a marathon (I don't want to really!)
4. I cannot organize (or keep organized)my underwear or workout clothes drawers (really any drawer).
5. I cannot master the art of food storage (help!!)
6. I cannot help the words that come out of my mouth sometimes (Josh says my filter isn't always turned on)
7. I cannot stay awake for an entire session of conference (their voices are sooo soothing!)

7 THings that attracted me to Josh:
1. HIs love for the gospel
2. THe way he turned the pages of his scriptures
3. His witty sense of humor
4. His sensitivity to people and their needs
5. THe way he looked at me!
6. HIs dark curly hair.
7. His thoughtfullness towards me

7 things I say most often:
1. Let's go!!
2. I don't know
3. I'm so gassy! I wonder why?
4. really?
5. get busy
6. I am tired
7. My body hurts

7 celeb admiration: (some I may not admire, I just like them because they make me laugh)
1. I love Ellen Degeneres (she cracks me up)
2. Vince Vaughn cracks me up!
3. Tina Fey (hilarious)
4. Dara Tores (inspirational)
5. Rafeal Nadal (just great to watch play tennis)
6. Laura Bush and Daughter Jenna
7. Julia Roberts (Tiff, that one is for you!)

7 Favorite Foods:
1. a loaded vegie pizza
2. any kind of chunky ice cream that has chocolate, peanut butter and brownie chunks!
3. I looove a great hamburger
4. Burritos (taco bell), mexican food in general
5. indian food (it is hard to say one thing)
6. Salads (loaded with fruit and vegies)
7. Brownies with milk chocolate frosting

7 people I tag: (if you have already been tagged, sorry)
1. Jessica
2. Shelley
3. Christy
4. Katie
5. Adrienne
6. Veda
7. Jen