THE REES' AND RAQUETBALL

So as many of you know Dave has been dieting and working out for almost 4 months now. He is doing a great job and has lost a lot of weight. Somewhere around 35 pounds. I decided on Monday it was time for me to get in shape again. I would love to have some definition in my arms and legs. I wouldn't mind having those nice, tight, flat abs too, but don't think that's going to happen. Let me make this clear-I am not dieting! I am not a dieter and never have been. I would rather go to the gym for 3 hours a day than cut my calories. Those of you who know me well know I love to eat out and bake so the "D" word does not exist in my vocabulary.

Yesterday Dave and I played a game of racquetball and wow did that work us out. We had a really good time and I wasn't nearly half as bad as I thought I would be. It was fun to get out and have some "Dave and Nicole" time without the kids.

Above is a picture of Dave's success. None of his clothes fit. This picture looks a little weird and Dave thinks it's showing too much of his undies but it was the best way for me to show his success. He has done a really good job and his dedication and persistence has definitely paid off. Good job Dave!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KIM REES!

RAIDERS VS. JAGUARS

Wow, what a game. Carson did so well. The score was 26-25 Raiders. All of those 26 points Carson scored on his own. He is doing so well. Our two week break due to the rain, kept us from playing or practicing for a while , but he was definitely ready to get back on the field. We have our hardest team (the Colts) left and hope to win that game so we can get our spot in the Superbowl game. Great game Carson. Mom and Dad are so proud of you.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

We had a wonderful time last night. The kids were so good and really enjoyed the company of their cute, little friends. The weather was perfect. Dave was in his shorts and I in a short sleeved t-shirt. Crazy! Carson decided to be the Grimm Reaper this year. He decided to go with something other than Star Wars and Super Heroes. It's about time. CaraAnn was a nice witch as she would say and Ryleigh our little love bug, ladybug. I think Cara and Ryleigh's favorite part of the whole night was that they got to get into Mom's makeup for the first time. Carson finally hit that age where he took off with his little buddies. I think it was a little hard on Dave to know that his friends came before Dad that night. All in all, we had a great holiday and hope that Trick or Treating was just as fun for all of you too.

OOOO.....scary-the Grimm Reaper

Our cute, little ladybug with her friend Olivia the princess.

Our nice, little witch with her buddy Tyler Collier, Superman

My cute, little trick-or-treaters.

REILEY'S HOMECOMING

I had a wonderful weekend at home in Utah with my family. I left Saturday morning and returned late Tuesday night. It was so fun to get to see the safe return of my brother and great to see the rest of my family too including MaryAnn, Dave's Mom. Reiley gave a really good homecoming speech and enjoying food and family afterwards was also a good thing. The only complaints I have are that I couldn't stay longer, didn't bring my kids with me, and of course I came down with a sinus infection right before leaving on the plane Tuesday. Not a good thing!

It was so funny, as I arrived in Phoenix on Saturday I was waiting for my flight in the terminal, minding my business and eating my Snickers. I looked across to the chair directly in front of me and realized I was sitting across from Vanilla Ice. Yes, I know there are fans out there. Nope, not a fan now, but totally was about 16 years ago. He arrived in SLC before me and my family asked if I had seen him, so all of us being "Ice" fans decided it was picture time. He was a good sport. Funny that my first picture home was of my family and Vanilla Ice.

We ate so much this weekend. Those of you who know my family know we can put the food away. We also shopped, celebrated Dad and Abigail's birthdays, went to Gardner Village, and stayed up late chit chatting. I had a great time and can't wait to see my family in Mexico over the Holidays. Until then family, ADIOS!

Reiley and I. Welcome home Reiley and job well done.
The Family with Vanilla Ice.
left to right: Nicole, Angela, Aaron, Vanilla Ice, Natalie, Tanner, and Reiley

RED RIBBON WEEK

wear your favorite sports team day-"Being a Team Player."
wear a hat day-"Put a Lid on Drugs."
wear slippers day-"Slip into life and out of drugs."

wear red-"Red Ribbon Week."

RED RIBBON WEEK

This week was red ribbon week at the elementary school. The kids were asked to dress up each day in a different theme. Carson doesn't get into it too much, but I do at least have him put some basics on. He's a good sport but wants to always make sure he doesn't look feminine, if you know what I mean. Good job Carson, and remember your teachers AND your Mom say, "Say No to Drugs!"

HOMEWARD BOUND

So I'm getting ready to go home to Utah today. I have quite a bit of things on my "to do" list to get done. Dave can never understand why it takes me so long to get ready to go out of town. I'm sure you other mothers reading this can understand. Husband's just don't really understand all of the behind the scenes stuff that goes on. For example, today I need to:

Get the laundry done
Finish packing
Get my kids rooms in order, yes just so they can destroy them again.
Hide all markers, crayons, scissors, etc.
Hide all knives, apple cutters, cheese graters, etc.
Hide all cleaning supplies
Hide mommies make-up
(those of you who know my girl's, know it's a must to hide EVERYTHING!)
Cover my nice furniture with blankets
Switch out car seats
Grocery shop
Get kids clothes ready for weekend-football games, Primary program, playgroup
Get someone to do Cara and Ryleigh's hair for Primary program
Straighten my hair, sounds silly but it takes me forever

and the list goes on.......................................

This is definitely all worth it though. I get to see my family, Dave's parents, my brother Reiley's homecoming, and have a little R&R time without the kids. Thank you Dave for being such a wonderful husband and giving me the opportunity to be on my own for the weekend. I must go before my motivation runs out and my "to do" list get longer.