Good Things Utah

It was a total blast! I almost decided at the last minute to chicken out, but I am so glad I went. My sister was with me, which made it even better.

If any of you in Salt Lake have the chance to go, DO IT! Everyone is very nice and it really is amazing.


Some fun pics:








And I can't believe I'm really exposing my vulnerability, but here is the video segment:

Congrats, Kristy! Amazon GC coming your way later today!

5 minutes of fame

So, Thursday was the big day. The channel 4 crew came to film my windows being cleaned by Sargent Steam.


Joyce Mathie (owner) was great to work with and she did a great job with the steamer. I was so nervous to begin with, but I was more at ease once we started. The camera only needed two quick shots of me 'looking pleased' at the final product, and no audio, so I don't think I will be too embarrassed, but you never know.




Here is the cameraman getting a good 'before' shot.

Here she is doing the windowsill. Take note of the left side of the window, where you see the yellow/brown house.

Squegee power.

The windows after. Look at the yellow/brown house again. Wow!

This is the reflection on the outside of the house. They seriously have not looked like that since they were installed.

I told you we did some sprucing up to get ready for the filming. I got some planters and a few packs of annuals planted. Windows are so shiny!

I also got the xeriscaped sidewalk strip all cleaned out and ready for summer. I love this bed.

Pic from the other side of the entry. Our burning bush is huge this year!

And we are supposed to air on May 28th. Hope it all goes well! Maybe they will be kind in the editing room!

Fun mail day

Well, my prize came today. Thanks Lisa! So much fun!

I got all this:

And yes, those are personalized items. How darling!




Anything that says 'fine chocolates' right on the box can only be a piece of heaven. And how did she know my favorite non-chocolate candy are Swedish Fish?!





Thanks for the fun gift!

Happy Birthday, ASH

Wishing a happy day to my next oldest sister (the one in red). Wow, halfway through your 20's, eh?

More happy news...I won something! A bloggy giveaway from Lisa @ Take 90 West. So cool, thanks!

Nice leisurely afternoon for me. Looking forward to a night of no cooking (going out to eat), yummy cake with the fam, and decorating the house after the kids are in bed for my Potter's birthday tomorrow!

Victory

Ok, so it's a picture of a blue backside. It happens to be the backside of the State Champion at 145 lbs and the only three-time state champ Cyprus High has ever seen.

I am so proud to be the sister of someone so admirable. To battle everything given to you and still come out on top is a true lesson in perseverance.

Matt, it was incredible to be there last night to watch the victory. Best of luck as you head to college for the next phase of your wrestling career. I love you.

Wipe away a tear

My little bro broke his hand in two places at practice yesterday. The state finals are in 34 days. Let's all hope for the best.