It's not easy being green!

We found some baby tadpoles at the lake and Miss M just could survive without a new pet! Of course common sense told me to resist the urge to capture several unsuspecting tadpoles. But the school teacher in me kick in and I thought about what a great experience it would be to let Miss M see and document this amazing transformation. Needless to say about $30 later, after a small aquarium, blood worms, fish food etc. We had three baby tadpoles as pets. I did save a little common sense and got a commitment that when the tadpoles had legs they needed to be returned to their home so they could continue the circle of life. Anyway, it was fun to see the little things grow legs and turn into frogs. They still had small tails when we set them free but it was all good.

We are marching ever marching!

Early in June the family (well, most of the family) got to participate in a Pioneer Trek. It was wet, and muddy and amazing. The youth were so great, we all worked hard and had a great experience. I love, love, love camping and being outside - this trip was no exception even with the rain, hail, mud and mosquitos. Sometimes I think I was born about 100 years too late. But then I slip on my Keen shoes or take a hot shower and brush my teeth with toothpaste and a soft toothbrush and I realize "No it's all good."

Heritage Tours

Doodle got to take an amazing three week Church History tour after graduation. The tour stops at almost every significant site in Mormon Church History. She had an amazing three weeks. This is a picture with her Heritage Tours Family before she left and a welcome home poster from her little sisters when she returned. I need to get some pictures of the tour itself from her. More to come.

Battle of the Corporate Bands - Cleveland Here we Come!

A few weeks ago, ManageThis got to fly to Hollywood and compete in Fortune 500's Battle of the Corporate Bands. It was so fun! The competition was held at the Key Club in Hollywood. Tom and the band played out of their heads- it was an amazing night. They sounded terrific. It turns out that they won and so now they get to go to Cleveland and play/compete at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! I think the next competition is in October. ROCK ON!

This is the Key Club in Hollywood where the competition was held.


My favorite guitarist.


The band.

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Our hotel was right on the Hollywood Walk of Fame - so I took a picture of someone the kids could really appreciate!