Harry Potter world

I thought I would post pictures of Harry potter world for the kids to see. It was everything I hoped for. Bruce and Terry watched Eveyln while we explored the wizarding world of Harry Potter.

Hogsmede Village

Butterbeer. The preferred drink of harry potter and friends. It was delicious.





The dress that Hermione wore to the Yule Ball. I took this picture for Audrey and Claire.

You could have a 5 minute wand experience, the wand picks you. But it was an hour wait so we didn't do it. The wands also cost $30, it was tempting but I didn't get one.

So crowded. Too many muggles.

Hogwarts castle. There was a great ride there called "Forbidden Journey." While you're waiting in line you tour the castle. It was awesome. During the ride, you get attacked by dementors. I was frightened and screaming but I managed to yell "Expecto Patronum," the spell that repels dementors. I remembered it under pressure.

Our house

Here are some pictures of our house. We are still pulling it together and the builder still needs to landscape.

Christmas plans....

Mom and I are wondering what everyone would prefer to do for Christmas.

There are a few non-negotiable:
1. Grandma Hazel's Christmas eve
2. A pinata (as per mom's request)
3. Mission Impossible Ghost Protocol
4. Lots of food
5. Lots of games
6. Presents
7. A Very Costner Christmas
8. It's A Wonderful Life (You call this a happy family? Why do we have to have all these kids?)

However....

We are wondering what everyone would like to do Christmas eve night and Christmas morning. Do we want to sleep at Huff's house Christmas Eve or sleep at mom's house Christmas eve?

Michael and I are more than happy to have people stay at our home for the duration of your stay, or if people want to stay over here just for Christmas eve....



We obviously have a few kids (& gifts) to worry about, but we would like to be involved in the Christmas morning festivities.

So, let us know by responding to this post about your opinion/thoughts/feelings etc. Thanks and we are so excited!



Michael and I bought a (almost) 9 footer fresh Christmas tree this year. It is pretty massive, so we are definitely in the Christmas spirit!

Secret Santa

I have picked names for everyone to exchange gifts. Here is the list

Jen - Riley
Ron- Melanie
Janelle- Mike
Michael-Ryan
Mike B. - Amy
Ryan - Jon
Melanie - Michael H.
Jon- Jen
Amy - Ron
Riley - Janelle


Here is who the kids will be giving gifts to:

Christian - Sadie
Claire-Reese
Joseph - Jane
Grace - Audrey
Anna - Evelyn

Audrey - Anna
Reese - Claire
Sadie - Joseph
Jane- Grace

Evelyn - Christian

Hope this works for the kids. Thanks, Amy

my confusion

When I go to the temple, i think and think and pray and pray that i can feel dad or be comforted by him. Is he actually there, or is it just my "wishful" thinking and hope? But i can honestly say, that i am unsure. Am i not in tune with the spirit enough? am i unrighteous? or is dad gone.
I always thought, especially in the temple, that i would have an overwhelming feeling of presence and comfort. when i am in holy places, i always think and hope and pray that dad is there too. but i am not having that SURE feeling of comfort or that SURE feeling that he IS there. I could not testify of any spiritual experiences where i felt him there. i have left the temple confused and feeling like the line between my hope and my reality is clouded.
i always wish i could have dad with me. but i am feeling the light dim. as everyone is scattered all over the states and busy with there lives, i am feeling very disconnected with my family and my "roots". i miss everyone everyday. any thoughts or advice for me on this??
love you all so much
janelle

great day

more pix on my blog: beautifultomebecause.blogspot.com

Random Pictures

This was taken on Evelyn's first birthday. Can you see the pigtails? When I held up the camera she actually saw that I was taking a picture and posed like this.

Future Weber State Students?

That is all.