American Idol Concert and Post-concert Party

Uncle Doug called me on Monday to see if I wanted to go with him to the American Idol concert and post-concert party on Tuesday. It was a no-brainer for me.

Brooke White and her husband are best friends with my cousin and wife in CA. Brooke let Uncle Doug know that she would have 4 tickets in will-call for us. Imagine our excitement to be on the 2nd row! We were so close to the performers, it was amazing!

I still have some pictures to put on my blog but I can't quite figure out how to transfer my pix from my blackberry to my pictures. I have a ton of David Cook. Let me just say that he was my favorite surprise of the evening. What talent!

Some of Brooke's family seated in front of us!


Uncle Doug had the hots for Kristi Lee Cook so I have several pictures of her. Beautiful girl!

Carley was my other favorite surprise of the night! She told how she had spent the morning with Brooke White in downtown SLC and had seen the temple. Later, at the post-concert party, she was telling the people behind me that she saw the tabernacle....and had even seen Jesus! They all high-fived her and laughed!


Brooke was awesome at the piano. She is so talented.

Jason- I actually enjoyed him this evening.

Here is a chest to die for! Eat your heart out, Ginger!

David Archeleta's moment! The screams were so loud, we couldn't hear him sing until half-way through the 1st song. I seriously think I have some permanent hearing damage from being so close to the speakers and from the screams!
When we arrived at the post-concert party, I headed right for David Cook. He, as well as the other idols, were very, very gracious and sweet.


Let me add here that I am ready for eyelash extensions after seeing these gals! Notice how oily and pregnant I look already! :)

Carley was exceptionally nice and personal.
I know, Jason is prettier......
Uncle Doug is having a slight stroke......
Stay tuned for more pictures as soon as I can figure out my blackberry. Jenna, HELP!!!!!!

Day At The Zoo With Grandma Rae Rae

This spring, for the grandkids' birthdays, mom sent them coupons for a day at the zoo with her and the cousins. It ended up being one of the most fun get-togethers for the kids! They stayed close to us, never fought and squealed with delight over the different animals they saw. We spent about 3 1/2 hours and then went for pizza together.

Grandma and the grandkids! Austin, Jaxson and Taylor
Just standing around!
Justin's family

Madison, Jana, Kaden and Jessica
Parking lot fun
The kids loved the feel of the water on the world.
Here is where Jaxson rode for most of the day....
Austin and the elephants

I had to get a shot of this elephant with the piece of wood stuck

Jenny and Patrick
Jenny, Patrick, Jaxson and Taylor
Madison, Jessica, Jaxson and Kaden

Grandma and cute Kaden

The kids LOVED the zebras!



Austin and the copper cats

Grandma and McKay
Patrick, trying to get inside the fence....!
Ahhhh, love!

BBQ in honor of Jenny's Family!

Jenny, Dan and baby Patrick were up for the July 4th weekend so we decided to have a bbq in their honor. It was fun to visit, play with their "toddler" and eat yummy food. Here are some of the pictures of our evening together.

Dan, Jasmine, Taylor, Jenny and Jessica

Cutie Pie Patrick

I just adore his blue eyes!
Kids playing with the "jeep car"
Jana and Justin (the convict)
Justin thinks he's all "BAD" with his new hairstyle
Dinner on our deck
Say "cheese!"
The neighborhood biggest losers: Melissa and Doug
(They really did win a neighborhood competition. In 3 months, Mel lost 28 pounds and Doug lost 62. They celebrated with a cruise down the Mexican Riviera).
Just a little picture to embarrass Jenny by....