My friend Sarah Sample has just released her newest record, Someday, Someday, and this Thursday, will be having her CD release party. You should attend if you are looking to be wooed by one of the loveliest voices out there. It's at Pioneer Hall (Old Rock Building) at 1137 West 7800 South in West Jordan, 7pm. Ryan will be playing an opening set, as well as the rest of the night with her.
The CD is beautiful Sarah - congratulations!
I have always loved mini things. Mini books, mini figurines ... and nothing is quite as cute as mini food. Things have such a different presence when small.
My mom gave me this mini muffin tin a few years back, and I love using it any chance I get.
Mini lemon muffins. Just perfect.
Yes yes, another few weeks gone by. What have we been up to? Well let me think.
Last weekend we took the boys up the canyon to see the leaves. We stopped off at a little cafe in Midway to eat some of the most yummy homemade scones ever, then headed towards Sundance to ride the chair lift. A beautiful 45 minute ride up and back. I wish I had more pictures of the event, but I was too concerned about dropping either my phone or Cash off the lift, so let Ryan play photographer and will post the pictures once they are developed.
Afterwords, we treated the boys to some yummy suckers from the resort snack shop and headed home. The weather was a dream - Utah is so beautiful this time of year.
I started my natural birthing class as well. Being self insured has made me insane enough to try and attempt this kid without the happy drugs that cost so much and that have made the other 2 births so pleasant. The book, The Bradley Method, has been my main read over the last several weeks. I think my family still thinks I am insane, but I am getting more and more confident that I can do this. Although - the little monster is breeched at this moment, so if I can just get him to turn, I don't think I will be so nervous. My friend Holly has just given me some tips that involve being upside down on an ironing board... wish me luck.
Ryan and the Lower Lights gang played at the Provo roof top concert series. Grandma Tanner let the boys sleep over so I could go down. The weather was great - and the roof top was packed, and I even got to meet the lovely Miss Courtney aka C Jane. The show was great. If you haven't purchased the CD yet, you should. Jack has most of it memorized. After it was all over, we ate at the yummy Rooster at about 1 in the morning and I don't think I have ever been so tired.
Jack had his last soccer game on Saturday. I don't think soccer will ever be the sport for Jack. He is just way too nice to ever try and take anything, let alone a ball, away from another kid. He just liked running around a lot, and wearing the big socks that would go up to his thighs when it got extra cold. The snacks at the end of the game were also a real plus.
I finally got both boys together in one room. I finished my headboards this weekend and will post the pictures once I get the room assembled. Cash seems to have no problem with sleeping in the big-boy bed, although it is always a mystery where I will find him in the morning. He is often rolled under Jack's bed, behind a chair, in the closet, or somewhere in the hall. I don't know really how he gets there, but he stays asleep - so I guess he must be comfortable.
I think I will attempt to get out all the baby clothes this week and start to prep the room for kid numero 3. Having 3 boys has it's advantages. Although I am starting to see that most of the clothes aren't surviving Cash's wear and tear.
Well. That might be it. Consider yourself updated.
I've been buying and eating as much fresh fruit and vegetables as I can before the summer is up.
Peaches... I will miss you the most. With just a few more weeks left, I'm using them in practically every meal. This week I think I'll also make peach crisp.
The fresh produce stands closing has to be the saddest part of summer's end.
I don't mean to toot my own horn, but I made my very first pie today and I have to say, it was amazing.
A spiced apple/pear pie from scratch. I picked up the apples and pears from Schmidt's produce stand on the corner of 90th and 2300 west. Their pears, peaches and apples are to die for right now.
Jack of course refused to try it. Who ever heard of trying to convince a kid to eat something sweet and sugary?
Wednesday I am trying a Zesty Lemon Pie to take to my sister-in-law Ashley and her new cute baby Namoi.
I think I really like this baking thing.
Most of you have heard by now...but just in case you haven't, The Lower Lights CD is finally available.
Where to buy:
Those who purchase the digital version off of this bandcamp site will get 2 bonus tracks plus additional artwork not included with the CD. The album will also be available at shows, and soon on iTunes, CDbaby, and in select stores throughout Utah and Arizona.
As for shows:
The Free Outdoor Show:
Rooftop Concert Series Provo, UT
Friday October 1 at 8pm
Provo Town Square Parking Terrace (corner of 100 north and 100 west in downtown Provo)
Bring all your friends and family and be sure to dress warm. Bring blankets and chairs to sit on.
Libbie Linton will open the show.
For some videos:
Click here to see of footage of the recorded songs.
Enjoy!
Ryan and the Lower Lights gang played at the Provo roof top concert series. Grandma Tanner let the boys sleep over so I could go down. The weather was great - and the roof top was packed, and I even got to meet the lovely Miss Courtney aka C Jane. The show was great. If you haven't purchased the CD yet, you should. Jack has most of it memorized. After it was all over, we ate at the yummy Rooster at about 1 in the morning and I don't think I have ever been so tired.
Jack had his last soccer game on Saturday. I don't think soccer will ever be the sport for Jack. He is just way too nice to ever try and take anything, let alone a ball, away from another kid. He just liked running around a lot, and wearing the big socks that would go up to his thighs when it got extra cold. The snacks at the end of the game were also a real plus.
I finally got both boys together in one room. I finished my headboards this weekend and will post the pictures once I get the room assembled. Cash seems to have no problem with sleeping in the big-boy bed, although it is always a mystery where I will find him in the morning. He is often rolled under Jack's bed, behind a chair, in the closet, or somewhere in the hall. I don't know really how he gets there, but he stays asleep - so I guess he must be comfortable.
