Jacqueline Says Hi!

I thought I would translate the recent comments you may have seen on our blog. If my translation is correct, I think it means, "Hi there new family members. I want to buy you all a new car. Bonzai!"

Whodunnit

Alright, very funny family. April Fool's Day apparently is being stretched into a month long joke. The other day a friend of mine from the ward congratulated me in an email on being pregnant. She said a woman from the Relief Society Presidency told her I was pregnant! I laughed so hard when I read her email informing me of this surprising news. Well played Chris and Lindsey. I should never underestimate the lengths you will go to.

Katie spirit leader

Acting your age

As you know Dad and I live with Grandpappy, the original old buzzard.
Grandpa is not allowed to drive his car because he is a hazard to himself and others on the road. So, his car just sits in the drive way not being used. There was only ONE time Dad used Grandpa's car while he was napping because his Jeep wasn't working. When Grandpa woke to realize his car was gone, he turned to question me. "Where's that father of yours?!"
"ah...I have no idea" I responded
"rashafrickin (or something like that) I'll give him a piece of my mind when he gets back from joyriding."

Yesterday after dinner Grandpa went out for a smoke, Dad and I excitedly whispered plans to wait until he went to bed and take his car to go shopping.
"We wont have to wait too long, he goes to bed at six freaking thirty."
"Ya, but then he usually gets up a half an hour later to smoke."
"Okay, we'll just sit there watching TV until were sure he's asleep."
So, at 6 freaking 30 Grandpa went to bed, like he usually does, while "Ronnie" and I sat in front of the TV trying to look nonchalant. Like clock work, Grandpa got up, gave us his signature crusty buzzard look and perched himself outside to smoke. Pops and I exchanged giddy smiles. After Grandpaps went to bed for the second time we nervously waited for 15 minutes until we were sure he was asleep. Dad quickly jumped up and stole Grandpa's keys from its hiding place and clutched his prize in his hands. "YES! Lets go!" He squealed like a preschool girl. We raced outside and hoped into our getaway mobile.
"This is so weird. Your 55, and Im 21, yet here we are sneaking out and taking your Dad's car." I thought aloud.
"I know isn't it great? Even better, I have his card, lets get some treats!" Ronnie said grinning.

Based on a true story

Katie stunt group

Katie

Katie and Quin

Quin

An example of great parenting skills:

Me: "AH! I can't believe I lost my wallet! I had everything in there, thats it. Im going downstairs to hang myself."

Dad: "You know what, I dont think you'll have enough room down there, you should try a room with a higher ceiling."

Vocabulary Lesson

Mike "I feel that America and its goverment is just very cyclical."
Lou "Cyclical? I dont think Ive ever heard that word. Whats is mean?"
Mike "MEHAHA!"
Dad "Oh, its when there are several stalactite type icicles all grouped together, hanging down from your roof and ready to fall on you and kill you.

I want to increase my vocabulary because the words I use now are very CYCLICAL.
OR
I would die if a cyclical fell on me.

Mr. & Mrs. Aristocrat

This is a rare picture of the Aristocrats sighted in the upper-crusty East. Look at those sneering smiles. Everything about them says, "I am too good for you (sigh)."

Brittany's Double

This one kinda looks like Brittany ya??

March, May, June, December

Happy Birthday To The Moose!

TOM HATES THE FAMILY!

Tom is coming out to NJ soon and we all called to arrange times to hang out. Here are some samples of his caring siblings requesting time with Tom and his cold and harsh reactions

Jason: "Hey Tom, when you come out we should see Benjamin Button."
Tom: "PSH...Whhhy would I? Im coming out there for only a day. I dont have time for your silly movies."

Brittany: "Tom, Im so excited to see you. I got you a present."
Tom: "Leave it on the porch Ill pick it up."
Brittany: "Well...dont you wanna spend time together?"
Tom: "What the heck, you have a husband for that?? Back off lady"

Mike: "I got some great new games for christmas your gonna love"
Tom "AHAHHA! Wait...you think Im going to actually spend my time with...you?? I got news for you pal, I got big plans. Im going to see my friends, not you and the rest of those filthy beasts."

Me: "Tom, I haven't seen you in almost a year! I have so much to tell you! I cant wait to laugh like we used to."
Tom: "EWWW. Who gave you my number??"
Me: "ummm what?"
Tom: "Tell me who gave you this number so I can make minced meat out of them. I can't believe your big eyes got my number. When I come out there Im going to pulverize whoever gave you my number and then Im going to rip your skin off and make a coat out of it."

Katie: "Hello elder brother, I cant wait to play games with you"
Tom: "I cant wait to see you fall off a building after I push you."
Quin: "But Tom! Your our big brother, we look up to you in every way!"
Tom: "Shut up! I will grind your bones to make my bread."

There it is solid proof that Tom hates us all!

Top 5 Family Recipes Of All Time

5. Chicken and Dumplings
4. Sweet and Sour Chicken
3. Stew
2. Aunt Janes Chili
1. Meat Balls

Katie's Reflections entry

The Lake
She sat up in her bed.
and in her head
She is dancing on the lake.
Her feet move across the sleeping, slick ice,
as the rabbit tails fall from the sky.
The soft moon-lit surface was singing with joy,
as the sprling glitter falls off the angel's wings.
She makes her way through the smooth crystle.
Then the angels fly her home.
Through the glossy window sill.
And with all the thoughts in her head
She is back in her bed.

All I Really Want is Girls Girls Girls Girls

It is a reunion for the sisters. Sorry dudes, you are out! This Christmas the girls are taking over NJ. Party time.

Christmas!!

Here are some great websites to do christmas shopping at!

#1 Overstock.com. They have EVERYTHING! 1000 tread count sheets, cashmere clothes, books and movies. The shipping is only 2.95 for your entire order! Im saving a ton going here!

#2 Ebay. You can find unique presents for ridiculously cheap
#3 Goodguysphoto.com- Tons of crazy deals on electronics
#4 WWW.KITSCH.CO.UK (the shipping isn't too bad, they have really cool stuff)
#5 http://bfads.net/

ClarksList

Much like the popular craigslist. I think we should have our own clarks list where family members can post things they're looking for (ex: juicer) or things were thinking of getting rid of.
I have a weird compulsion to throw things away after having it too long, even if I haven't used it much (ex: shower caddy). So post stuff your thinking of getting rid of, or something your looking to buy but would first like to see if someone else has but using. We have a ton of movies here in NJ if anyone is interested. Mostly VHS.