Been a while

We haven't been blogging lately. What gives? Anyway, I haven't posted to Yosemite pics yet, but thay are forthcoming. I will also post some pics of the hike that Corbin and I did this past Saturday - Orderville Canyon in Zion. It was really fun and really hard. I think it was about 13 miles. I started law school and it is going well so far. That's it for now - I'll post pics later.

Good Times at the Mid-State Fair!

The first photo in the show is of Garrett helping Grandpa build a fire for the marshmallows we roasted for Smores on our first night in Bearcat territory. Kids had a blast... a bit too much chocolate however as Garrett's indulgence in at least a full bar and a half kept him, and therefore us, up all night... The show moves on to the pics of us enduring, oh I mean enjoying, the Mid-State Fair! Giddyup and Yeeee Haaaw! Honestly, it was fun for the kids and the 100+ degree heat, well... um.. it's all in the name of love. Seriously, personally we are talking major sacrificing for the love of my children. How do you think Ms. Paranoid feels about the stability of the TEMPORARY carnie rides and the caliber of the operators? But she was on the ferris wheel TWICE! And how about the caliber of the other fair attendees? And the suffocating heat? And the dirt and dust? And a note, the pic of everyone sitting down on a bench - Let me give a couple more location details... the bench is outside the restrooms, to the left of Dad is a long row of porta-potties and to Don's right is a garbage can. Just don't breathe through your mouths folks, at least we have shade. So anyway... we had a fun filled day of fair rides, fair food and fair animal manure! The sideways pic is of Garrett mimicking Don with his hands on his hips... so cute. As far as the rest of the time in Paso, we did not chronicle the trips to the antique stores, or as Olivia referred to them, "grubbage stores", but much fun was had there as well as luck. I found the perfect ribbon cabinet, because yes, I have enough spools of ribbon to require a piece of furniture. Olivia really wanted a typewriter, but was a bit disappointed when I explained that specific ribbon was required, and even I didn't have that kind. We also went down to Morro Bay and the Shell Store and fed the seals. Garrett LOVED the marine life! We had a great time visiting Mom & Dad!

Wow Cabo

Cabo looked fun from the pictures, but I bet it was more fun in person. Yep, it was - I know because I was there. It was relaxing and awesome, Luke and I actually played tennis everyday so we got some exercise. We had a really great time there. We look forward to going back. Although, I did get Montezuma's revenge this time. I thought that I was impervious to it after my mission and the fact that this was my 4th time in Mexico - but it may be tied to my stomach problems. I guess next time I will have to better about circumnavigating.

And next week is our father and son's adventure! We are all growing out our 'staches to commemorate the occasion. We will take pictures of those so stay tuned.

Cabo!

Cabo!

Dark Knight

Mason, Audrey, and myself went and saw the new Batman this weekend. It was awesome!! Anyone who hasn't seen it yet should go as soon as possible. It is really good and Heath Ledger is really creepy as the joker. Wouldn't recommend for younger kids. Nebraska was really awesome as well. I met so many cool people and some people who will be key in helping me get in to dental school in a year or so. Everyone keep posting! Oh and also check out the Greg Garrett blog at rocknjbells.blogspot.com and check out Tanner's hot date.

Hawaii

Pine Street Elite

It's me again! Just thought you guys would enjoy these pictures of my new rap group, Pine Street Elite. It consists of (left to right) Mack Daddy Flex, Rest Eazzzy, and White Chocolate. Not pictured is our lead singer, J Ivory. We wrote a rap for the talent show about all the funny things that have happened here over the last five weeks. We perform it on the fourth of july so we're excited/nervous. Only a week and half left here, I return to Vegas on the 12th of this month and then return to Utah whenever I can get there. Hope all is well with everyone!

CHECH it OUT

hey everyone...i think i started a blog??? I will get a friend over to help me , but i want you to know i am trying. It's gregandjamiegarrettgang/blogspot.com This is my goal for this week since I won't be going to Girl's camp as I originally planned. Wish me luck with blogging...i need it!
XOXO

Mom's News

I reallly enjoyed the recent blogs and pics. Everybody, keep them coming! Our trip to Reno for the sealing and ring ceremony of one of our 3rd ward couples was awesome. We enjoyed the family visits (Andrea and fam and Grant and fam). Grant has a sweet new office, and he and dad spent part of one day installing a large pull-down screen and whiteboard in one of the rooms there. Our trips continue--tomorrow bright and early we leave for SLC for the class reunion on Saturday. The 4th should be fun at Kevin and Angie's, although I'll miss seeing our family there. Last week we went south for dad's business and I enjoyed my time at Alison's. There were lots of preparations going on for Isabella's birthday party last Friday. I'm sure it was a success. Andrea, how was Hawaii? I'm sure you'll be posting about your trip. Not much news. Love to you all. Mom
Kyle, I'm glad you're enjoying your time so much in Omaha. When do you head home?

Nebraska Update

So today was totally awesome! We got to go to the Omaha Zoo, which is the second best in the nation (to San Diego's) and we saw some pretty wild animals.  The big guys from the foundation that funds this program nation-wide came to visit us and said (although they may say this to everyone) that in the 20 years one of the guys has been doing site visits ours was the best one yet.  If anyone wants to see ALL my pictures from Nebraska thus far and the awesome zoo animals... Here is the link to my web albums that have all this and other pictures in life

http://picasaweb.google.com/kylerussellgarrett

Where have cars like these gone?!

In our quest to get rid of the Tahoe (Awesome), and get something more fuel efficient (wah waaah), I came across one of the most beautiful cars of all time. The 1996 (yes '96 not '86) Buick Roadmaster Estate:

How come they don't make these wonderful family haulers anymore?! Gosh, I bet it gets great gas mileage too. Although, Michelle and I would be fighting over who gets to drive it. I bet if Natalie met a guy who was rolling in one of these, she'd instantly be in love. I don't think anyone could make this car cooler. And you know what? . . . . I'm pretty sure Steve Stevenson drives one of these.

Adam's Stomach Stuff

I went to the doctor's today and they said that maybe I am just a little too sexy for my stomach - which is why it is rebelling against me. No, they said that the blood tests and the ultrasound didn't turn anything up. So I will schedule an appointment for an endoscopy in order to see what the deal is. At least I am losing weight because my stomach hurts more if I eat more. So I am consuming about 800 to 1000 calories a day which is resulting in rapid weight loss. I am losing like 10 lbs. per week. I can't wait to be able to eat again so I can get back up to my ideal weight of 450 lbs! Psych! Maybe my body is just imposing a dieting mechanism. Thanks for your concern and prayers.

Com muito amor e carinho,
Adam

Borderline Amazing Carseat Traveling Thingy

I was on my friend's blog and she just went on a trip with just her and her two kids. She was raving about how awesome this was - theportablebaby.com/gogokidz.html - to all of you traveling parents - check it out! Not much else going on in Vegas - I think the heat is finally here to stay. Yeah!

Love,
Natalie

Some Fine Points of NE

I would like to first let everyone admire the stereotypical Nebraska native that is our bus driver, his name is Rick. Take a minute to let that soak in with all it's glory and beauty. Ok, now on to the good stuff. Second pic is myself taking impressions of another student here from cali with the aid of a first year dental student. The third is my bowling team that dominated at, you guessed it, West Lanes in Omaha, NE. And last but certainly not least is the gang (my gang) at the College World Series watching Gerogia come back in the 8th inning to pull off a 4-3 victory over Stanford. Well I'm having so much fun here it should be illegal in such a territory known as Puerto Rico. I was going through all the pictures I have here just after three weeks and can honestly say that although it will be good to be home, I will truly miss this place and all the aweosme people I've met, experience of a lifetime.

I just got done doing my workout..we also have P90X! we've had it for a while and i've lost about 20 pounds!! Not much new that my mom probably hasn't updated you on i'm sure, mostly wedding stuff. i'm going to start school again in september, 600 more hours then i'll be able to take my master esthetician test! Ryan also starts school in august. Our plan is to move to Vegas next summer although my parents are not to thrilled about it. Jaylon is having his tear duct procedure done on the 25th so no more goopy eye!! i'm a little nervous because they have to put him out but grandpa gave him a blessing so i know he'll be fine. Not much else going on with us Jaylon is just getting big and has quite the personality. Love you all.

Maggie

i combed out jaylons hair..its so long
his pose when he even sees the camera!

Cal"s turn

Cal with his Bob the builder hat. The 2nd pic is him touching some car's hood ornament for luck. He has stopped, but for a couple of weeks when we would be in a parking lot, every car we passed he would have to give it a touch. Another obsession of his is playing in the car-he doesn't just like it-you have to peel hime out of the car. So that's Cal's latest. Alison-it's good to see you posting!!! nothing else happening! Andrea

This just in . . . .

Yesterday was a special day as it was the first time I ever spent over $40 fillin' up my tiny gas tank in the Civic. I think I put in like 9.6 gallons and it was like $40.44!! Yay. The bright side? I do get 29 mpg around the city even with the AC on. Our Tahoe is a different story, but that thing has been seeing a lot of garage time lately.

Mom and Dad just left yesterday after a long Utah-Vegas tour. It was fun having them around. I tried, but I couldn't find any sweatshop work for Mom to do. Dad hung out at the strip one night with Bob Ball and he didn't come home until like 6:30 the next morning. But I'm sure he had fun. They made the long trip for Matt and Tanner's respective graduations. Congratulations to both of you fellas!

Alison, where are the pics of the liquid poop extravaganza? I don't know if I believe the whole stroy without some evidence. Also, Garrett's pose would be painful for the man bits especially if the concrete was cold.

Kyle looks like he's having a good time. That will be a really good experience. Hopefully Kyle doesn't get hurt by one of the 473 daily tornados - the weather back there is craysay! Well, that's it from here. Love to all!!

Now I'm not a man, but I can't think this would be comfortable... This little nudity was due to strippage necessecitated by huge liquid poop extravaganza. Fortunately we were outside and Garrett was standing, otherwise... YOWZA! As it was, I have to give kudos to Crocs. So many conveniences associated with these little rubber shoes, including a runny poop catcher. Down the leg and into the shoe where it stays until you hose it off. It's the simple things... It was Isabella's last day of 1st grade today. The girls are swimming right now as it is finally a beautiful day... swimming, fighting, swimming, fighting... this is going to be a long summer, but at least I have a break from homework assignments. That would be the homework I have to nag her to do and the homework I have to do for her. See below my recent assignment. She (translation me) was to make a box car for a drive-in movie. The child had to be able to carry it themselves and to sit in it during the movie. My friend told me that some parents really get into it... um yes that would be the parents that made the car with a seat and wheels that really rolled and then of course Isabella's friend's father is an engineer so the lights on her car really worked. So much for my tulle covered wrapping paper tubes that served as bumpers.


This is little Olivia receiving her gold medal following her performance at Little Gym. She is verrrry excited about it. As well she should be. The skill and level of difficulty... I thought for a moment I was in China. Can it be? Am I at the Olympics? But seriously, it is so adorable to see her get so excited. I am especially excited because we get to go to Isabella's performance today. But before that I must tend to my garden. That would be the tomato plants and various other vegetables we planted yesterday. I am gettin all prepared so I shant be fearin. I've been working on my food storage, ok, "thinking about working on it", "working on it", however you want to put it, anyway, Lisa came and stayed for a few days and got me all motivated so I'm gettin on it. Must run and do my most favoritest thing in the whole wide world... LAUNDRY!

BLS Training

These are some pictures from BLS training, basic life support. We learned how to administer CPR using mouth to mouth, breathing barriers, and breathing bags on adults, children, and infants. We also learned how to use AED, (I think they're called automated electircal devices) but anyway I now have a little card that says I am and efficient healthcare provider and can administer certain life-saving procedures, so the family is in luck!

Gabrielle's latest trends

Yea! I love seeing all the posting! It really is cool to hear from everyone and see pics. Kyle I'm glad you're having a good 'ol time. Aren't the storms awesome!? I loved thunderstorms-I miss them. When I saw Carson's pic I started laughing so hard thinking about that one time in Paso when Grant was getting slightly annoyed because tyler wouldn't pull his tooth out and it was hanging by a thread, so he tid a string to it, but told he would NOT pull it, but he did anyway (what kind of psychological impact did that have on him Grant? Tell Leslie to open up a slot so he can discuss it with her) and it didn't come out!!!! Tyler was NOT happy. So I guess that's pretty mean that I was laughing, but i'm laughing right now as I type this. So we're enjoying the summer, Gabrielle has been in swimming lessons and she's doing really well. Luke is officially up and running in his new office. Cal is liking going to the pool too and that's about it. Nothing really new with me-I'm enjoying all the little things, the sun, hanging out with my friends at the gym/pool, getting ready to go to Hawaii in less than 2 weeks with Luke's family-that will be fun. Some explanation for the pics. Gabrielle was doing socks on her hands for a while, and wearing my silky blue sash for a while, her newest thing is wearing my little apron that just goes around your waist, but wearing it as a skirt, she wore it to the gym today-I'll get a pic soon-when she first put it on she said, "OOH I look like a stepmother!". Some Bob the Builder pics too ( Cal's b-day present that she loves). Oh and then a couple pics of her when I blew dry her hair straight-I think she looks so old and sophisticated with it like that. I'll post some cal pics too, but Gabrielle is really wanting to play ponies on the computer! Love everyone!! Andrea

Carson Funnies

Hi all! In-laws are aloud to blog too...right?? :) Kidding! Carson lost his first tooth last night and it was so funny! Brady and I were trying to tie a piece of dental floss around his loose tooth so he could tug on it to get it out. When I was trying to tighten the knot, it popped out! It didn't hurt and barely bled, he was very worried about that...but here is a pic...enjoy Kyle!! :) Plus, the other photo is of him taking the sharpie to his toilet seat and permanently writing in the alphabet or whatever message he intended...on the toilet seat!?!? Goofy kid, I had to try hard not to laugh when I was scolding him. Too cute to pass up, will end up in a scrapbook somewhere. One final cute photo of Gabrielle, Carson, and Cal from a while ago when they were over for dinner...Carson loves his cousins!

Other than that, we're just hanging out for the summer, nothing too crazy. Grant is excited to be in his new office and getting it all setup! It's nice that he's able to charge higher rates now that he's licensed too!

Take care...love all of you! We're excited to see everyone at Christmas! - Lisa

This is me in Nebraska after we got our white coats! Lookin official! I'm having a blast out here! Also I included a picture of me and a friend eating good ol' Nebraska corn during a good ol' Nebraska storm... I am having so many neat experiences and will eventually get to shadow at the ER and at dental offices during these six weeks.... I will keep everyone updated! Yee-haaa!!

At Least You Can Gamble at Our Airport

Kyle, that's too bad about you missing your flight and trying to blame others when you obviously arrived late:) I can't wait for our trip to Mexico with our 6:30 am flight out of LAX. We will have to leave the Delaney's house at like 3:55 am - aweson!!

Andrea, when you said that we would need to be in the right mood to find that stuff funny were you referring to the not-funny-stuff-is-funny mood because I was unfortunately not in that mood when I watched the two cartoon guys.

And more motorcycle stuff, honestly? I understand the light-hearted nature of it, but please stop. I will let all of you read my PB and it will show that everything is not rendered moot by my purchase and use of a motorcycle. There is no language in my PB that says I am entitled to receive all those blessings unless I ride a motorcycle. I think Heavenly Father's divine protection can extend to motorcycle riders - gasp! - what thought! So, seriously, no more. If it continues, I may just have to blog about others' stupid decisions in their lives. Do we want to go there? No, but everyone knows I will, everyone has made decisions far dumber than using a motorcycle, and so I never want to hear another word about it. If I get crippled in a motorcycle wreck, then you can tell me I-told-you-so for the rest of my life. If I die in a motorcycle wreck, you can say I-told-you-so at my funeral. Point being: life's dangerous i.e. obesity leads to heart disease (the #1 killer in America), guns can kill people, people die in car wrecks everyday in your cities and states, but we still eat crappy foods, drive our cars everyday, and I shoot guns all day everyday.

I don't mean to ruffle anyone's feathers, but I just wanted to get my point across. If you have any questions, feel free to call me and make your arguments just know that it is a losing argument.

I love you all.

Airport Fun!

Since we all know that everyone that works at the airport is hired because they are top of their special ed class, I was "too late" to check in for my flight, even though I didn't leave for over a half hour.  I am now sitting at the Las Vegas McCarren Airport (don't care how it's spelled) on standby just hoping I get on a flight to Denver and then on a flight to Omaha, Yay anti-terrorist efforts! I told the lady at the counter that since she didn't let me hurry to my flight I had no choice but to pull out my illegal nail clipper and stab her a few times.  Just for fun (and the fact that I had two hours til my "maybe" flight) I got stark naked at the security gate.  They got the point and no longer make anyone take their shoes and belts off nation-wide, only international flights which I understand, I'm so glad we have the right to protest.  Well this is it I guess, off to Nebraska to take classes for no credit and follow dentist that are retiring next year, all for zero school credit, just to boost my resume.  Well it felt good to post so quit your B'in and M'in (that's slang for bitchin and moanin)

Love to all in the family who don't want to kill themselves via suicide or motorcycle riding!

Kyle

PS I still love Natalie and Adam, but since it seems like a rule we have to allude to another blog, that was my way of doing so

what is a friend?

Cal has been lovin Luke's iphone for a long time now. It's crazy the way he can navigate through all the pages and links etc. A few weeks ago he was on youtube and somehow marked a video as a favorite. Now when he gets a hold of the phone he knows how to get to it. I had never watched it before, but he was always laughing at it so I decided to watch it. Depending on what mood your in when you watch it, it can be really funny. Click on the top square to the right (the 2 cartoon characters) to watch. Turn your volume up too.

Alison Says Scroll Down

I want credit for my blog... look below Dad's. I published after him, but it is located before.

Dad blogs again

I am looking forward to a few weeks away from work and the YSA ward. It seems like all I have been doing the last three weeks is preparing for or giving a presentation of some kind at work and church, interviewing YSA's, interviewing YSA's and interviewing YSA's. Plus I am trying to find my Provo High classmates for our 50th reunion. I even have a committee meeting when we are in Provo next week. Today I gave the same presentation on our 401(k) to 7 different groups. Half the time I am looking at faces that are saying "what is interest and how do you compound it?" Mom and I went to see Iron Man. It was good. The theater was almost empty, everyone else was in line waiting to see Indiana Jones with two theater showings at the Paso 7Megaplex. Mom and I worked in the backyard Monday planting flowers but we really paid for it later. After we were talking about how we used to be able to work all day and still walk without the help of Alieve. I have started a new exercise program. It is called the RUTWTV/WDTGP workout. It is really helping my cardio. OK, that is all I can muster for a blog tonight. I have to figure out how to find an ecclesiastical endorsement that BYU lost and the young lady is in Thailand and they wouldn't take an oral endorsement from the stake president and the girls father has called me to see what I can do. The young couple I will be doing a ring ceremony for in Reno just called to say that the stake president isn't at the church building to give them their temple recommend interview which they need because they are on their way to San Antonio tomorrow for her endowment. The Church must be true!! What is the RUTWTV/WDTGP workout you ask? It is the run upstairs to watch T.V and walk downstairs to go potty workout. Love to all,

Dad

For the record i've blogged more than once... I had a primary project that spun out of control and threatened to take over my life, but I am out of the woods and learning, ever so slowly, to not be such a perfectionist. Currently Don and I are in Tucson sans the kids so I am taking the time to update on the goings on of the Don Kenney fam before I head down to the pool and then onto the spa for the afternoon. Let's see... Garrett will start speech therapy next week. While his lack of communication can be frustrating, I'm not sure I want him to begin talking, I'd like him to stay my baby for just a bit longer. My baby with an AWESOME golf swing. His form keeps getting better & better:) Now Isabella's baseball form could use some improvement, which Grandpa Russ tried to help her with last time he was visiting and to his suggestions she said "What do you know? You're old." Nice respect for your elders kid, in China you'd be put to death for a comment like that. We are trying to help her understand that while we want her to feel confident speaking her mind, she needs FILTERS. She is crossing over from little girl to little girl that wants to be a hot, cool, big girl, telling me that she won't wear her helmet as she flies down the driveway on her scooter because it looks weird and asking me if she can call her friend on the phone to talk. She already has a marriage invitation from Ethan, and Nicolas has informed her that in the event of Ethan's demise or relocation he would take the job as husband. Dream on boys. The over-the-top primary project I mentioned is an Articles of Faith memorization program. I am very proud to say that Olivia has passed off number one and is working on her second. While far less dramatic than her older sister, I am constantly reminded that her more calm demeanor doesn't mean she isn't paying attention. Her whining is off the charts right now, but when she tells me she loves me to Jesus and back it doesn't seem so bad. The sun is calling! TTFN

Love, Alison