Lunch with the Hooper Honey's

Today my cute friends and I met at the Blue Lemon for my birthday lunch.  We were going to go next Friday but Kari couldn't make it because her daughter is getting married and they had a bridal shower that day and so we planned it for today.  Kari still wasn't able to make it because of wedding things.  Crystal couldn't come either because she is out of town but those of us that show up had a great time! I always have a great time with these cute friends.  Tammy brought the funny props, Kellie gave me my cute hat and I brought chocolate and clackers for everyone.  Tammy is the clacker queen...she could even do two at the same time.  I made them work once when I wasn't thinking about it.  We were sitting by the door and as one couple was leaving the guy asked if it was my birthday.  He knew it had to be my birthday or that I was a princess by my party hat.  He asked me how old I was and then said "Oh, you look much older!" haha  We laughed as his wife exited.  He told us that a 92 year old man had told his father that once and so now he says it to others.  I wasn't offended and thought it was funny. A few people were celebrating their birthdays today at the Blue Lemon and I think their birthdays are really today.  One cute older lady by us was celebrating hers.  Her daughter was trying to take a selfie and I asked them if they would like us to take their picture for them.  I even let her wear my cute party hat and gave her a candy bar and her own set of clackers.  It was a lot of fun!

Jordyn's Birthday Gift

Yesterday I went bowling and then Carla took me to Sams to get some chocolate for the month. ☺  I saw some really cute dolls and decided to get one for Jordyn.  There were four to choose from and I couldn't decide.  I took and picture and sent it to Kimi and she liked a totally different one than me.  They were all really cute really so it wouldn't matter which one we chose.  I thought it might be fun for Jordyn to go with me to pick which one she liked best.  When I showed her the picture of all of the dolls she liked the one I did but when we went she chose the cute blond doll with the kitty.  She loved it and we had a worker help us get it out of the box before leaving the store.  When I took Jordyn home she went right in and got the doll some diapers and a bottle.  I think her other grandma gave her those things for her birthday.  It was fun taking her shopping and I think we will have a sleepover in a few days.

Jordyn's Birthday Dinner

Jordyn went to the Zoo to celebrate her birthday.  I think she likes the zoo and all the animals unless they get to close to her.  She got to help feed the giraffes and was a little hesitant I guess.  On the way home from the zoo they stopped at Golden Corral in Layton for dinner.  Julie text me earlier and invited us if we wanted to join them.  Kimi and I picked up gramps and went.  I wasn't hungry and so I got a "free" glass of water. ☺ I love when our kids invite us to things and like to make it if at all possible.  It was fun watching Jordy enjoy her dinner and tell a little about the zoo.

I got to feed Brynlie and snuggle with her for awhile.  The twins are two months old today and are growing so good.  They are over 8 lbs now and doing really well.  I am glad I was able to go and be our little birthday girl.

Jordyn's 2

Cute little Jordyn is two years old today.  I know I say it all the time but those two years went by pretty quickly.  This little one is so sweet and cute.  She loves animals and baby dolls. When she comes to play at our house she always gets the babies and will cover them up and play with them for hours.  She does that same thing at her house.  Jordy is an easy little one.  She's very pleasant and pretty content.  She makes this gramma's heart smile so big.  I'm so thankful for Jordyn.  Our family is so blessed to have her in it!  What a cutie patootie!

Celebrating Kathy!

Kathy's birthday was right on Father's Day this year and so I think she felt a little neglected.  I felt like she needed to have a little spoiling and so Carla and I planned a lunch date with her.  I invited Jodi and since she had already been this way twice this week we went to her.  I figured Kathy wouldn't care where we went anyway.  We met at Maddox.  We have fun together.

I think we all need spoiling every now and then and for sure on our Birthdays....or at least close to our birthdays.  I think Kathy enjoyed her special day...I know I did.

I took my leftovers to Larry.  He was doing the blood drive for our Stake and so Carla and I decided to donate.  I kind of "encouraged" Carla to come to lunch since she wasn't feeling up to it and she kind of "encouraged" me to donate my blood.  It's crazy how you get an idea of something stuck in your brain and carry it with you throughout your life.  I feared "shots and needles" as a child and still do a little.  So weird, since I have had kids and know that they are really not that big of a deal.  I am going to work on deleting that fear from my mind.  It's stupid and giving blood isn't scary and it doesn't hurt.

Temple with some Sista's

Today I met Jodi and Lisa at the Temple.  Kathy had a migraine and wasn't able to make it.  (darn)  It was nice going through a session with my friends.  I haven't gone through a session for so long that I forgot we needed to get a new name first.  Thank goodness Lisa guided me in the right direction. ☺ Going to the temple with my friends is such a good thing to do.  We are helping others and getting to spend time together.  It's the only time Lisa will join and I really enjoy her company.  I was thrilled that Jodi drove down to meet us too.

We had a nice relaxing lunch at Even Stevens.  I really like this place.  We sat outside so it would be quieter.  We shared a lot of personal things with each other today.  I think that is the advantage of having a smaller group.  I admire these two ladies a ton.  They both inspire me so much.  I hope I do the same for them.  It was a beautiful day.  We really need to do this more often.  Oh...So Fun!

Monday/Funday

I really look forward to playing games with my friends on Monday's.  I get up and get laundry done and a few other things before I leave.  Today we played the Canadian Salad game and I will admit it was a little tense for me.  I had fun and even won the first game.  This game you kind of have to think and it would be really good if you could count cards. (I'd hate playing with Larry because he is good at counting cards)  Debbie keeps pretty good track of whats being played.  Not me, I just play and realize when I make a dumb mistake afterwards.  Julie won two times so she was the biggest Lucky Duck.  We played three games and I had to leave.  My visiting teachers were coming and I wanted to hurry and make them some caramel corn.  I love giving my visiting teachers treats because they love them.   I know they really appreciate the treats I give them and that makes me happy.  I love my visiting teachers.

When my teachers left, Kimleighel and I went and picked Julie and Carla back up and went to Swiggs.  Kimi had wanted to go and I'm always game.  It was Julie's first time there and so we went inside and visited while we enjoyed a drink and a cookie.  I really enjoyed watching the cars at the drive up window.  I wish I knew what everyone was ordering.  I love watching people.  My favorite was watching one lady rub her hands together and hold them afterwards like she was so excited for her treat.  It's the little things in life that bring me joy! haha