Tuesday, October 31, 2006

Happy Jane Day.

For some strange reason (perhaps a stray goblin stirred things up) I didn't get my notice about Jane's Birthday until this evening. At any rate, we hope you had a frighteningly delicious birthday Jane. One question: All that candy AND a cake all on one day? Have you ever had to sleep with a pan by the bed on your birthday? We love you Jane.

TRICK OR TREAT

Willeys had a great time "Trick or Treating"-----Hope all of you had fun too!! Love, SOPHIE, LAUREN, COOPER & MORGAN

Saturday, October 28, 2006

Aaron is getting older.

Today is the day Aaron came calmly into the world. (I'm guessing the "calmly" part based on his demeanor, as it may not have seemed so calm in Amy's memory.) I think since Aaron is surely one of the least seen bloggers here on Denny+Connect that a reverse birthday gift is in order. How about you Aaron tell us what you're up to. We'd love to see pictures of your house. We'd love a few snaps of you and your Amy. We'd love to know where you work. We'd love to know your favorite late night snack. We'd love to know what kind of birthday cake you chose. And we'd love to know just how life is for a young married guy. Login and spend five minutes bringing us all up to date. That would make yours a happy birthday for all of us. We love you Aaron.

Friday, October 27, 2006

Update from the Mark and Lisa and the boys

Hi everyone,

We've been in a great whirlwind lately, but the tornado is starting to slow down.

JUSTIN: He leaves the MTC on Monday, headed to Dallas. Wow! Not even 3 weeks there. His first day letter was a little worrisome, "Pray lots and write lots cuz I'm kind of panicking!" Then his letters got much better! He LOVES his companion (also from Utah, tall and skinny and loves sports and is a happy go-getter) and he LOVES his roomates and his district. We got pictures and he looks great, and if we had high speed internet at home, we'd post some. One day, when we can catch our breath, I'll go do it at Mark's work. When J gets assigned to a place, I'll post his address!

MATT: He's decided to move out with some friends. One of the guys bought a house, so 4-5 of them are moving in together. It sounds fun, but crazy! He's excited!!! He's mostly excited that I gave him lots of kitchen and living stuff as we moved!! He's been working out of town a lot, so we haven't seen him much, but when he is home, he's really never there! But we'll still miss him and hope he does great!

TRAVIS: He had a good birthday, though things were kind of in disarray. He got a new bike, as he needs transportation as we live 'out in the country!' He's decided he likes the old rock and rollers, so if any of you have any Pink Floyd CD's lying around, he would love a copy! (Or anything in that category!)

897 ELM STREET: Our house is up for sale. If you know of anyone in the market, it's on the market for $219,000. It's listed on ksl.com or you can call us for information.

1512 W GENTILE: We are in our new home! This is what we need to post pictures of; maybe some day. It's a great place and as we start to find places for our stuff, we love it more and more! We haven't spent much time there, as we are focusing on selling our other place, but we are able to eat, sleep and wash clothes! Mark did say today he needs to go through some more boxes to find his long sleeve shirts as it is starting to cool down quite a bit. Our phone number is the same, we're still in Layton, and our zip code is still 84041. So feel free to call, write or come and visit!.

WE LOVE YOU ALL, and hope all is well with everyone! Have a great Halloween and don't let HallThanksMas get to you! Enjoy the spirit of it all!

xoxoxoxo,
Lisa, Mark, Matt, Justin, and Travis

Tuesday, October 24, 2006

I don't know if I did a post saying that I had moved so I thought I would post it......

I have moved to:
1667 N 200 W #1
Bountiful, Utah 84010

It is a cute little fourplex and I am living by myself and I have to say that it has been kind of nice not having any roommates. Teaching is going well and getting a little bit less overwhelming. My students are great (most days) and I love the school I am at.

Anyway, I just thought I would update everyone on my life. (No I am not getting married yet!)

Rand-- I am jealous about the celebrity sighting. I love Grey's Anatomy (just a recent addiction) and I don't care which Doctor it was, I just wish I got to see him/her. I can't believe I went for three days with celebrity sightings high on my list of priorities and I don't see any. (At least none that I am positive about) Anyway, thanks for that update!

Love you all, Aly

Sunday, October 22, 2006

Trav's Meme

What is one thing you doubt most of us don't know about you?
me and my friend make clothes with our logo "VITAL", meaning to have life

If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?
ramen noodles... i pretty much live on them now anyway.

What movie could you watch over and over again?
either rock adio skate demo, accepted, perfect score, or school for scoundrels

If you had to live outside the U.S., where would you live and why?
tokyo i have always wanted to live there, or barcelona- great skating city

What was your least favorite or most favorite subjects in school?
least-science(why does anybody need to know science anyway)
Favorite-gym(i like playing sports)

What is something that makes you smile from ear to ear?
hanging out with my friends and having a rightous time

What's a TV show you hate to admit you like?
supernatural wha ha ha ha ha

Who are your favorite bands or music?
alternitive punk and old rock(jimmy hendrix, zepplin,pink floyd)

What's your favorite fruit or vegetable?
fruit-grapes...vegatable-broccoli

If you could vacation anywhere, where would it be?
barcelona, italy

If you weren't doing what you are doing now, what would you be doing?
sleeping

What's one part of your daily routine you don't like?
going to school

What is your favorite type of Candy (Bar)? bars.
butterfinger

What is one of your favorite smells?
steak

What is your favorite memories?
hanging out with shaylie

Sandals, athletic shoes, high-heels, or clogs?
none, skater shoes

I tag boo diddy(brayden)

RYLIE'S birthday





Thanks for all the birthday wishes. Rylie had a great birthday complete with McDonalds playplace. Does it get any better than that when you're 4? We had a good time with the Draper clan and enjoyed cake and ice cream. That's all...

Saturday, October 21, 2006

Bateman update...





Hello everyone,
I just wanted to give everyone the bateman update. Sorry I'm so slow...but we have MOVED!! Our new address is:
192 Apple Avenue
Saratoga Springs, UT
84045
We are loving it here and are very excited to be closer to a lot of our family. Bridger is doing good and is getting huge! He can't wait to see you all again! Danen is loving his new job, and gets to go to Paris in November with them. He is very excited about that. I am excited that his job lets me stay home and take care of Bridger, so if anyone needs a visitor...Bridger and I are always up for a little drive! Talk to you all soon!

Friday, October 20, 2006

Many Thanks


Thank you for the beautiful plant. We appreciate your thoughts and prayers at this time. We have an awesome family. Thank you Kalyn for delivering the plant, it was very fun to hang out with you.
Love you all,
The Draper Family
PS- Kalyn could do a much better job on this photo! :D

Thursday, October 19, 2006

#1 Birthday




Jaxon had a great 1st birthday - Here are a few pictures from the day

Jack-Jack!


Happy birthday to the most photogenic kid on the planet! I can't believe you're one and walking! For your birthday wish may you play outside all day. Can't wait to see the cool cake your mom made.

Halloween Food

Especially for you young moms who have not been teaching elementary school for 27 years (and are sick of Halloween) here's a great site for kids that has Halloween Food:

http:// www. kidskuisine. com

(There should not be spaces. I have to put spaces here, otherwise people can track back from there and find our family blog.)

Wednesday, October 18, 2006

Smiley Riley.

Today Riley has an extra reason for the big smile on her face: It's her BIRTHDAY. Any big plans for the day Riley? How about a little ice-cream for breakfast. Then pack your school lunch full of gummy bears and cookies. Then tonight for dinner how about a nice big slice of cake? Of couse in between all that you better eat a little broccoli, some potatoes, and a nice big salad, otherwise you may get a tummy ache, and you wouldn't want that on your birthday. Have a great birthday Riley. We love you.

Sunday, October 15, 2006

Kate's Meme

What is one thing you doubt most of us don't know about you? My soccer team just won the championship against the team that was undefeated for 3 years!
If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be and why? Sherbet...lime,orange,rainbow.
What movie could you watch over and over again? Napoleon Dynamite--a hee-larious show
If you had to live outside the U.S., where would you live and why? Probably in Canada...love the climate!
What was your least favorite or most favorite subjects in school? least: Math most: English,Band, and Biology.
What is something that makes you smile from ear to ear? Looking at old photos.
What's a TV show you hate to admit you like? Fear Factor
Who are your favorite bands or music? The Beatles, Beethoven, any classical.
What's your favorite fruit or vegetable? Broccoli
If you could vacation anywhere, where would it be? New York
If you weren't doing what you are doing now, what would you be doing? Playing soccer at B.Y.U., or playing the oboe in the Utah Symphony.
What's one part of your daily routine you don't like? What time I wake up at.
What is your favorite type of Candy (Bar)? bars. Three Musketeers.
What is one of your favorite smells? cherry
What is your favorite memory? Late pageant nights at the Manti Temple.
Sandals, athletic shoes, high-heels, or clogs? Athletic Shoes
I tag Travis.

Another October Birthday.

Today we're celebrating Travis. Today it's his day to use his advanced age to get whatever he wants. He can sleep in. He can eat cake for breakfast. (And lunch.) He can blow out candles and make wishes for things like an "A" on a chemistry test, a call from the folks at "Pimp my Ride" or a big piece of cake for dinner. We love you Travis. Have a wonderful day.

Saturday, October 14, 2006

Tim' photos---

Happy Birthday to a Great Dad, wonderful Husband
and Super Son-in-law...

Tim--we are so glad you are in our family!



Best I could do with pics!












He grew a mustache at a very early
age!
Does he resemble another 3 year old??

Josh and Brooke


Josh and Brooke are getting married on February 1, 2007... just thought you all should know.

Friday, October 13, 2006

Tim, Tim, Tim.

Since Aly is currently staying at my house here in Venice I thought maybe I could get some embarassing scoop on Tim. Boy was I wrong. Aly is just too nice to dish any dirt. She couldn't even think of a single thing. So Kara, we're counting on you for BABY PICTURES. He's got to have some great ones. Between chasing your two adorable kids, baking a cake, and wrapping a present, see if you can dig some up to share. Have a great brithday Tim. We love you and we're lucky your in this family.

Thursday, October 12, 2006

Bridger's Meme




What is one thing you doubt most of us don't know about you?
I can sit up all by myself.

If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?
Formula--Enfamil is my favorite!

What movie could you watch over and over again?
Baby Eienstein

If you had to live outside the U.S., where would you live and why?
Heaven, that's where I moved here from.

What was your least favorite or most favorite subjects in school?
Nap time, and Snack

What is something that makes you smile from ear to ear?
My mommy and daddy and Grandma and Grandpa Draper

What's a TV show you hate to admit you like?
Football

Who are your favorite bands or music?
Fisher Price CD- especially Wheels on the Bus

What's your favorite fruit or vegetable?
NOT BEANS!! (even ask my mom!)

What's the worst haircut you've ever had?
What hair?

If you could vacation anywhere, where would it be?
South Dakota, I loved Mt. Rushmore.

If you weren't doing what you are doing now, what would you be doing?
Eating or Sleeping

What's one part of your daily routine you don't like?
Waking up at Six Thirty

What is your favorite type of Candy (Bar)?
Anything

What is one of your favorite smells?
Baby Lotion

What is your favorite memory?
Mt. Rushmore when I was two months old.

What is your favorite family memory?
Same as above

Sandals, athletic shoes, high-heels, or clogs?
Just socks

What is one thing I wish?
I could roll over!



I tag---

Sophie

Wednesday, October 11, 2006

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KRISTEN 10/12/84

What a "Babe"----Kristen we love you and are blessed you are in our family!
This one is for Shane---see she can catch a fish. [I for one don't know who would want to catch a fish, though]

I just love the ones I find with Grandma. Grandma and Kristen spent many days together. Kristen you are a wonderful GranddaughterKristen, You are also a wonderful daughter--WE LOVE YOU
Have a very Happy Birthday!
Love,
Mom and Dad

Great shot of Montana!

As I was browsing for pics, I came across this one. Rand I thought it was a great photo of Montana. It is good of you and Aly also, but it seems that Montana was the focal point. I thought you would enjoy seeing it. P.S sorry it is cropped weird--I guess that is how I fit it in the album.
Love ya,
Pam

A few shots of Heather

Here are the Triplets and their Moms. I think this was taken at Andrea's blessing.
How Cute am I!Don't you just love my new dress!! [does it look familiar to anyone!]
"MMMM"--beaters at Grandma's, Heather and Kara loved them!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY HEATHER!
Love ya,
Aunt Pam

It's Heather's Turn.

Dig out your pictures, Heather is having a birthday. We're looking for no-makeup, earliest school prom, Denny family campout, the triplets, baby shots, anything that will make Heather's big day EXTRA special. Did she ever cut her own hair as a kid? Any good post baptism shots? Bring them on. Happy birthday Heather. We love you.

Tuesday, October 10, 2006

Jenn's Meme

What is one thing you doubt most of us don't know about you?
I collect watches and funky socks.

If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?
Potatoes of any kind!! Mashed, Baked, Fried....mmmm....

What movie could you watch over and over again?
Cinderella Story, Stick It, She's the Man

If you had to live outside the U.S., where would you live and why?
Any where my family is. I don't think I can live without them!

What was your least favorite or most favorite subjects in school?
Least: MATH!!
Most: English

What is something that makes you smile from ear to ear?
My family, my friends, and myself.

What's a TV show you hate to admit you like?
That's So Raven, Phil of the Future, Hannah Montana, The Suite Life of Zach and Cody.

Who are your favorite bands or music?
Country, Hip Hop, and Rap.

What's your favorite fruit or vegetable?
I like zucchini.

What's the worst haircut you've ever had?
Probably one my mom gave me when I was little.

If you could vacation anywhere, where would it be?
Probably somewhere there will be sun, sand, and my friends.

If you weren't doing what you are doing now, what would you be doing?
Texting. I'm addicted.

What's one part of your daily routine you don't like?
Waking up in the morning.

What is your favorite type of Candy (Bar)?
Milky way. Love the carmel.

What is one of your favorite smells?
Vanilla.

What is your favorite memory?
Uh, probably going to the Denny Family Campouts.

What is your favorite family memory?
Once again, the Family Campouts.

Sandals, athletic shoes, high-heels, or clogs?
High-Heels probably.

What is one thing I wish?
That I had all the shoes in the world, and I would never have to wear the same outfit twice.



I tag---

Jaxon, Kelcie, Camrie, and Bridger!!! (All the babies in my family!!)

JUSTIN'S MEME

What is one thing you doubt most of us don't know about you?
I may not seem like the one to have a temper, but oh yeah, watch out!

If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?
Srawberries, so very good and healthy

What movie could you watch over and over again?
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

If you had to live outside the U.S., where would you live and why?
Australia, it is so clean and everyone is family, except Iwould need snow

What was your least favorite or most favorite subjects in school?
Least: English
Most: Math

What is something that makes you smile from ear to ear?
Wrestling with both my brothers or the Denny boy cousins.
Playing basketball with the ones mentioned above.

What's a TV show you hate to admit you like?
LOST. (Will other fans please write me weekly and keep me updated????)

Who are your favorite bands or music?
Basically all kinds: church, rock, rap, oldies, alternative, pop, EVERYTHING!

What's your favorite fruit or vegetable?
FRUIT: strawberry VEGIE: cucumber

What's the worst haircut you've ever had?
A buzz when it was supposed to be an inch long

If you could vacation anywhere, where would it be?
Australia

If you weren't doing what you are doing now, what would you be doing?
Playing Football with the neighbor kids
Going to USU

What's one part of your daily routine you don't like?
Hw late Ifinally get to sleep

What is your favorite type of Candy (Bar)?
Butterfinger, but I prefer gum

What is one of your favorite smells?
Pine, Christmas Tree

What is your favorite memory?
Snowball fight against USU football team on the grass at Richards Dorms, they lost horribly, course most of them had never seen it

What is your favorite family memory?
The trip we took to Chicago, Nauvoo, and St. Louis

Sandals, athletic shoes, high-heels, or clogs?
Athletic Shoes

What is one thing I wish?
For all of you that read this to write me in the next 2 weeks! My new address is
Elder Justin Denny
MTC, Texas Dallas Mission
2005 N 900 East
Provo, UT 84604
(You can call my mom for the PO Box #, or just send it and they will find me.)



I tag---

Jenn. (I'm not so good at reading these, so I'm not sure if she's been tagged!)

Birthday, Birthday, Birthday

Like Jenn said, October is crazy birthdays for the Drapers. We still have 2 more to go. We had a good time last nite celebrating Josh/Heath/Camrie. Here are a few more photos.



Mr. Sports Authority


Some of the kids at the party


Mother Heath enjoying her new diaper bag


Camrie's favorite present was her new sippy cup. Go figure.


Who is the toughest brother?

Monday, October 09, 2006

Update on the WHOLE Draper Family....






















Well, the Bateman family has moved closer to some of us Draper's. Their new address is 192 Apple Avenue
Saratoga Springs, UT
84045

As many of you know, October is a big birthday month at the Draper houses, so here are some pictures of one of the parties celebrating Josh, Camrie, and Heather.

J-O-S-H


Gotta love him!

Josh in Photos



Camping [Kristen is that a crusty!]













Josh swimming!














At Kalyn's for a BBQ







Do any of these children look familiar--Josh has a hat on

Today is all about Josh.

Does anybody have some really silly, embarassing photos of Josh they can post? You see, today is his birthday. And I think any birthday that's worth anything includes a little show and tell. Was he ever a superhero for halloween? Any awkward prom pictures? Any of those bubble bath shots from when he was a baby? Dig deep family. Let's wish Josh a happy birthday, complete with visual aids. We love you Josh. Happy Birthday.

Saturday, October 07, 2006

Happy Birthday Cam-a-lam #2



Happy Birthday Camrie!
Love,
The Draper Clan

Wednesday, October 04, 2006

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JEFF

Jeff---We hope you have a SUPER Birthday!!

You are a wonderful Father!You are a Great brother!

You are an AWESOME husband!


You are a SUPERB grandson!





And you are a FANTASTIC son!!

We love you tons--
Mom & Dad

Happy Birthday Jeff.

He's calm. He's cool. He's wise. He's funny. He's considerate. He's a great dad. He's handy. He can build sheds. He's good with numbers. He's a thinker. He's a ski bum. He's resourceful. He's fond of dough. He's comfy. He's not judgemental. He's not a vegetarian. And he's having cake today because he's a year older. Happy Birthday Jeff. We love you.