Funny Conversations!

Well, this post will have no pictures, but it might make you smile. The first conversation occurred a few months ago, but it still makes me laugh...

Friend: What do your older sons do?

Me: The oldest is a podiatrist finishing the last year of his residency, the second son is pursuing a doctorate at BYU, and the third one is in dental school.

Friend: Wow...three doctors, and your youngest is thinking about research, too. Your kids are so smart...They must get it from their father!

Me: Ummm...

Okay, now for something a lot cuter. A few days ago I had a conversation with my favorite 3-year-old girl. She was telling me what a fun visit she had with her cousins that stopped by her house on their way to Canada. Since all the cousins on our side of the family are boys, she makes a lot of compromises to play with them! She doesn't seem to mind a bit, but here's how the conversation went...

Me: I heard you had a lot of fun playing with your cousins when they visited.

Schmillian: Yeah. They really like to play with bugs and look for rocks. We were looking for a lot of rocks.

Me: Oh, that sounds fun. Do you like bugs and rocks?

Schmillian: Well, I REALLY like flowers!

A Most Wonderful Week

I have looked forward to visiting The Researcher and his family for about a year now. I can't believe the week has come and gone...but it was something that will keep me smiling until the next time!

It was great fun playing with...

"The Excavator"

and "The Cowboy."

The week was packed with fun. We arrived in time to see the Pioneer Day Parade. We were so glad so many of those we love were able to meet us there.

Thanks to Kingfish and The Nurse for hosting us throughout the week. Backyard Croquet was lots of fun with the cousins.

It was great to introduce The Excavator to horses...up close and personal. He was so brave to ride with his cousins.

Our trip culminated with a trip to Flaming Gorge. Even the little guys got in on the fishing action.

What a beautiful place. But spending the week with those I love outside of numbers and don't see too often can't really be described.

Cousin Camp - Day 5

Gus took the day off for the last day of Cousin Camp...Hooray! The rain went away, but it was still cold. But Gus rounded up some coats (a little big) for some outdoor ball fun.

Books, making cookies, watching movies, and a couple more walks for Molly made for a pretty successful day.

Cousin Camp ended with something beyond exciting, though...more like a dream!

On Saturday it was time to load up and go home. We took two cars since we had two different destinations. On the way, I looked back to see a very sad little face. "Why are you looking like that? I thought you had fun at Mumsy's house!" With a little quivering chin, "Well, I'm looking like this because I'm going to miss you so much." I know just how she feels!!!

Cousin Camp - Day 4

I've been experiencing some computer issues, but here's Day 4...better late than never!

It was rainy and turned cold. Since no one brought a coat, we enjoyed inside activities. (And yes, it really was cold enough for a coat!)

Two stainless trash cans can provide lots of laughs like mirrors at a fun house!

Crafts and games rounded out the day.

At the end of the day, we went to the garden to pick some lettuce for a great salad.

Cousin Camp - Day 3

SOMEBODY has a loose tooth, so we spent a little time making tooth pillows so we'll be ready for the tooth fairy. We think they turned out pretty well!

Our exciting adventure for the day was a train ride to The Choo Choo Restaurant where we enjoyed fabulous cupcakes topped with sprinkles and a train whistle. As far as we know, this was one person's first time on a real train. Everyone loved talking to the friendly conductor and playing the ABC game while we rode.

We were so glad our other cousin called and we were able to talk to him on the webcam. We think he's so cute!

All in all another great day!

Cousin Camp - Day 2

In case a Mom is wondering how her child(ren) are, we're having TONS of fun!!! We're having a little heat wave here, so we spent more time at the beach today. A picnic (with bugs) and making cherry crumble were a few of the things we enjoyed together.

Molly is loving all the extra attention she is getting this week...long walks and lots of treats. She

loves a houseful of people. So do I!

This conversation made me smile:

Goldilocks: "I'm so glad I got to ride in your car, Mumsy. I LOVE your car. We have two cars...an old one and a new one. I like the old one the best."

Me: "Why do you like the old one?"

Goldilocks: "Because it shakes when you ride in it. The new one doesn't shake."

Followed by this little voice...

"We have two cars, too. A now and a now one."

Cousin Camp - Day 1

Sunday was a great day as the newest member of our family was given his name and a blessing. We were so glad to have so many of our family there, but of course, missed those that weren't able to come.

This was a great kick-off for Cousin Camp. It's exciting to have three here this year. Things are off to a great start. I know at least one mother that's a little curious about what's going on and how the cousins are doing. So...here's a little recap of the first day.

There was no sleeping in. Everyone was so excited about "doing fun things!" The sun came out about 10 am, which meant we could to go to the beach.

All agreed the best part of the day was going to the beach, with eating ice cream coming in at a close second!

We stayed busy all day and ended the day with a movie..."How the Grinch Stole Christmas." At Cousin Camp, we watch whatever we can all agree on! Oh, I must include this morale booster...

Little G: "Mumsy, you're really old."

Me: "I am? I didn't think I was so old."

Little G: "You can't see those lines?"

Big G: "That's kinda rude to say, even if it's true!"