Miss Congenality

Interview Outfit

Production Number

Last Saturday Jordan participated in the Junior Miss North Sevier Pageant. They had to do an interview, a production number, a casual outfit, a talent, an onstage question and a party dress. She was awesome. She was awarded Miss Congenality, which surprised her, I'm not sure why. She also earned the Scholastic Award, this was for being the only girl out of the 11 with a 4.0 GPA. That was the award that I was most proud of, a culmination of all of her hard work so far. We are so proud of her. In the above picture, Jordan is in the short pink dress.

My Favorite Indulgences

I looked up the definition of indulgence-To give in to the desires of, especially to excess; to yield to;to allow oneself a special pleasure. So it is true I like to indulge.
My top 10 favorite indulgences in no particular order
1. Victoria's Secret. I love the bath and body, especially Luscious Kisses. I also love their bras. There is nothing quite like them and if you have to wear one, why not wear a great one?
2. Belgian Chocolates. I have been spoiled. When the guys I work with have traveled to Belgium to the Baler plant, they have always brought me back chocolates. YUM!!!!
3.Having my nails done. I absoultely love the 2 hours I get to spend with M'shelle and the result is always amazing.
4. Getting my hair professionally colored. Nicky does an outstanding job and it is so worth it.
5.My Lucchesse Boots. I am not a cowgirl and will never be one, but my boots are so dang cute, comfortable and awesome.
6. Silver Jeans. I adore how they fit my body and the fact that I can actually find them short enough.
7. A good Book. I have been able to read so much lately and I had forgotten how much I love it.
8.My Cannon Camera. True I dont use it as much as I should or do I know as much about it as I could, but I adore the great pictures that I have been able to take with it.
9. My i-pod. I have my own radio station where ever I go. I have a adapter so I can listen in the car and in central Utah,that is a plus
10.Einstein Brothers Bagles. A fantastic breakfast. Cinnamon and Sugar are my absolute favorite.

Pizza Perfect

Erick and Jordan think that Ive gone crazy, taking pictures of dinner, but I couldn't help it. I made pizza for dinner last night and it was just so beautiful, I couldn't help myself. I've made lots of pizza's over the years and I'm always aiming for the perfect one. The right crust, sauce, cheese and toppings. This is as close as I have come. You may notice that it is 1/2 and 1/2 for my picky eaters (Richard and Jordan). Mine and Erick's half is pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, olives and pineapple. The crust was great, but Erick would like to see if I can make the underneath crust a little thicker and the outside crust a little thinner. At least I have something to aim for =)

There is nothing better than good friends

Chan, Erick and Brogan

Jr Prom 2010

These are my boys. Aren't they so handsome? Erick is so lucky to have such good friends. He and Chan have been friends for 12 years and he and Brogan have been friends for the past couple years. These boys are just like part of our family. They give Jordan crap like she is their sister. They participate in our off the wall dinner conversations. They walk in and know where to find a snack. They are such good boys. As a mom, it is so great when your kids have such awesome friends.

The Shaw Girls

Ainsley and Jordan

Addison


Alivia

We are so stinkin lucky to know these girls. Jordan has always wanted little sisters and she couldnt have asked for cuter, funnier, sweeter girls than these 3. These are my good friend Misty's girls and we love them. Ainsley is the oldest, she will be 6. She so reminds me of Jordan. They both share the same great leadership qualities, the knack for the dramatic, the love of life and the ability to just have fun!! Addison is the middle girl, she is 4. She is so laid back and happy. She is a cuddle bug and Jordan could snuggle with her all day. The baby is Alivia, she is turning 2. We have been so fortunate to be a part of her life right from birth. She is so spunky and independent. She's her mommy's girl, but every once in a while she loves us too. We absolutely love and adore these girls and are so glad we are a part of their lives.

Family

I have this amazing camera that I hardly ever get out anymore. I dont know why. It could be the fact that when I do everyone hides. On Mother's Day we took our mom's to dinner then met back at our house for cake and ice cream for my 35th birthday and Richard's moms 65th birthday. I joked about putting 100 candles on the cake, but we may have had to call in back up for that fire =) Anyway back to the camera, Jordan appointed herself photographer for the evening and got some fun pictures.


Salena, My mom & me. I am so lucky to have inherited my mom & grandma Thelma's genes. Neither one of them look their age and I've been told I dont either (Yeah!!!)


Richard with his brother, Gaden and his mom LaVina. They weren't so thrilled about getting their pictures taken, but it was nice cause we dont have very many of them together.

Me and my so serious sister, Salena. I really should have posted the 1st one Jordan took, but Salena would probably kill me. I looked cute though lol

And last but not least, me and my adorable kids. It is so weird when your kids are as tall as you are. They are sure growing up, but I'm loving every minute of it.

The Best Mom's

Happy Mother's Day!!! I'm sure you are wondering what a picture of my drapes has to do with mother's day. My extremely talented mom designed and made these drapes just for me. I don't think I tell her enough how much I admire her. She is the most independent woman I know. If something needs to be done, she just does it. She is a great mom and wonderful grandma.
My grandma Thelma is also one of the best. I had the opportunity to talk about her at Relief Society a few weeks ago. I have the best memories of staying with my grandma over the summers. They are the best memories of my childhood. She is an amazing woman, and I am so lucky to have the best grandma in the world.
My step mom Maryanne is amazing too. She is so sweet and thoughtful. She has been so good for my dad and I am really greatful for that. She makes it so easy for all of our family to get along and that is the best feeling ever.
My sister is a great mom. She is so fun. I'm sure she embarrasses Ashlynne once in a while, but we all get a kick out of her. She is so sweet and caring and I am proud of how far she has come.
My aunt Terri is also another amazing mom. I don't know how she does it. Keeping up with 6 kids and a business. I have always admired her and she has raised 3 daughters that have become such amazing moms as well.
Last but not least my best friend Misty is one of the best mom's I know. She has the 3 most beautiful, fun, active girls. They always look adorable and are just so fun. Misty is Young Women's President and Song Leader Coach, not to mention keeping up with Braydan and the family business. She rocks at everything she does.
I am so lucky to be surrounded by such great examples. I am also the luckiest woman in the world to be mom to 2 of the most wonderful kids ever, Erick and Jordan. Being a mom is the best thing that has ever happened to me. It is by far my most important job and hopefully the one that I do the best.