Mario Galaxy Magic

The video begins with Jaren in a crabby mood becoming fed up with a teasing big brother that he says he does not want! However Weston has learned it only takes two little words to change the worse mood in his little brother.
The mood change is miraculous!

love in the little things <3

Tonight I decided (out of boredom & free time) to paint my fingernails.

This simple act brought me to recall sweet memories I made with Grandma Gardner. <3
One of the few things I claimed after she passed away was her Revlon Liquid Quick Dry, which "Instantly Dries Nail Enamel." :)

Now, this is pretty silly, and I doubt anyone else even took second thought about her nail care and polish crate under her sink in the bathroom, but certain nostalgic feelings arise when I remember her love shown through little actions--one of the many was nail painting. There was a point in my childhood when I remember going to Grandma's house, and for one reason or the other, almost every time I arrived she was either filing or painting her nails. I distinctly remember how perfectly shaped her nails were and how I liked the look of the ridges on her nails through the slightly metallic rose-colored polish. The times I came over and she wasn't doing her nails, I would be sure to grab her supplies for her and drop the "subtle" hint that I'd like her to paint my nails that day. She would always willingly comply by lovingly taking my small hands in her warm, soft hands and placing them on one of the towels that draped over her chair arm rests -- oh how special I felt.



I am so grateful for love in the little things.

Sweet grandma, I love & miss you. <3
here's my heart,
Caitlin Noël

Perfect Weather for Flying!

Jaren got a customized "Super J" cape for Christmas. Here he is demonstrating his super flying powers locally in his backyard. However, he has been seen flying at supermarkets, haircut stores and even Disneyland. Keep you eye out for further
"Super J" sightings.

Gardner Gang Lovin' D-Land!

 

Two Days of Fun at Disneyland! Thank You Grandpa and Grandma!

 

Happy Birthday Caitlin! We Love You!

 

Christmas Morning, Presents and Scones for Breakfast!

 

Homemade Doughnuts w Grandpa and Grandma on Christmas Eve!

 

my cheeseie play (rilyn)

hi Rilyn here,I made a play named life=home the first line of it is...




i am so hungry, Charlotte.

See it is cheeseie!
told you!!!
my cousins and teagan helped with the people in the play

CAST
Charlotte=Eadie
Amy=Toni
apple girl/aunt ceellma=halle
train conductor=sami
Richard=Teagan


director=Rilyn



we performed it at the christmas family get together on Friday 26,Dec. 2008 it was very fun



bye
Rilyn

THe Gardner Caroling Tradition

 

Tuesday night the Gardner family loaded into the van to go caroling. This has become a most favorite tradition in our family over the years. As you can see by the picture, there are some definite perks to singing to your friends and neighbors! But way past the generous goodies we seem to accumulate along the way, there are choice experiences and memories that make the season extra bright for us. There is a wonderful spirit of love and joy that is shared between our family and those that open the door to us. There is pleasant surprise,immediate smiles,happiness and often tears. Whatever the circumstance that might be going on before the door is opened, the true spirit of Christmas takes over, for those ten minutes or so there is peace, friendship and a feeling of joy shared between us. What gratitude I have for the gospel of Jesus Christ. How glorious it is to know we are all truly brothers and sisters and that he was born to save us all. May that true joy find a place in our hearts, may we allow it stay awhile, that it can become a feeling we allow to grow and change us for the better.

"Merry Christmas"

Have you noticed it? People are saying "Merry Christmas".
I've noticed a difference this year. As I have been out and about weather it be the mall or the dentist, I am hearing "Merry Christmas", not, "Have a happy holiday".

I'm feeling happy about this.

It seems believing people are finding their "backbone" again. I for one, have grown tired of my beliefs being lost to "the church of the political right." Yesterday I said very clearly, "Merry Christmas" to the cashier, receptionist and bag boy. No one seemed upset, in fact they seemed extra happy to reciprocate a cheery "Merry Christmas" back.

This morning I signed a teachers weekly report for Rilyn to return to school. She wrote, "Happy Holidays" on the paper,(she's probably not allowed to write anything else, I understand that) I lightly penciled out H.H., signed my name and wrote Merry Christmas on the paper back to her.

To be honest, Rilyn seemed a bit miffed because I ran my pencil lead through H.H. maybe that wasn't necessary, but I wanted to say something-make a small statement, so I did.

It seemed right at the time.It seems right now too.

Merry Christmas.

Some Pictures I love

Teagan w/ School Ensemble"All I Want for Christmas"

Extra Credit Time.

For Bio 100 Dr. Robinson gave us the opportunity to turn in an Extra Credit Project for 50 points. The only requirement is that whatever you turn in must be biologically based. Basically, the universe is the limit. So, taking advantage of Weston being here in Provo for a few days, I decided to put him to work... all last minute of course, but I think the outcome was decent :) I ended up getting the 50 points, so it served its purpose at least.

Just thought I'd share our quick little diddy with you all. (yes, we put it together in less than an hour and at around 11:30 PM...so, by all means, do not expect perfection--but regardless, I hope you ENJOY)

THE LYRICS :)

Biology, Biology ( sung to the tune of "O Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree")

Biology, biology, thy studies do enthrall me

Biology, biology, I see the trees so lovely

Each lesson learned brings me delight, meaning Doc Robinson was right

Biology, biology, three points make the cell theory.

Biology, Biology, biotic things are living

Biology, biology, basics of chem pertaining

Your teachings range from large to small, in this song I cannot fit all

Biology, biology, energy flow is not cycling

Each lesson learned brings me delight, meaning Doc Robinson was right

Biology, biology I cannot live without thee.

Each lesson learned brings be delight, meaning Doc Robinson was right

Biology, biology please bring me 50 extra credit points!

Up late...unpacking my suitcase

I know it's late but I figured everyone would really love to hear kam's new song.... over and over and over. She graciously recorded it right before she left for class the last day I was there. Good old sister... how awesome is she?

Early , very early, propaganda for no on 8!

As we were doing some cleaning out in closets, I happened upon this fan.
We all got a kick out of it!

The Old Grey Box

The Old Grey Box
(Sung to the tune of “The Old Grey Mare”)

The old gray box,
It ain't where it used to be
Ain't where it used to be,
Ain't where it used to be

The old gray box,
It ain't where it used to be
Were so glad to see it go!

We’re so glad to see it go!
We’re so glad to see it go!
The old gray box,
It ain't where it used to be
Oh we grew to hate it so!

The old gray box,
It sat on the back drive way,
It sat there ugly day by day,
What more can we say?
We’re so happy to see it go!

Love the Google Video Chat!

If any of you haven't signed on to the Google Video Chat yet, you should. Totally cool. Sunday, we got to talk to and see Caitlin. It was so fun! She would leave the room a second to run and get her friends down the hall,she'd say "Hey do you want to come meet my family?". They'd come in and we could talk, wave hello and actually interact with her friends there.
If you've got a comp. with a camera in it, check it out.

http://mail.google.com/videochat

Silly sisters sing song so sister can see

"Designated" to Caitlin
WE MISS YOU!

He's a REAL BOY!

Weston looks like a real boy!

That's one of mom's favorite ways to complement me on my haircuts. Talk about your generic Myspace shot.