Tuesday, January 27, 2009
January 27th
I was going to blog about watching Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed, but I thought - hey everybody can go watch it and learn something for themselves- it is really good. All you need to know- which is becoming more apparent with all the goings on in DC in the last seven days- is that if you're of the right political persuasion you can do anything you want. So with that said- I think I'll write some more about my sister.
We went to Outback for her birthday yesterday. There were at least 2 people that had birthdays in the restaurant. I wanted to cry, but I held it together- the awesome blossom was a good emotional numbing medicine :) (it didn't help much with the heartburn that night though).
I remember when we were younger I had a fear of just about everything- especially dying. My sister used to get so sick of hearing me go through my list of fears that she would say "Nessa, nothing is going to happen to you- we are both going to die as old ladies in our beds." I was also thinking about the welcome crowd my sister must of had on the other side. Both of our grandpa's would've been there, our grandma Wagley, at least 3 first cousins, our Uncle Page and who knows who else would want to come greet my sister as she started that new life. My sister wanted to live- she always had a bright outlook on things. I hope she is happy doing the things she is doing now. I am so jealous of the people that are getting to benefit from her being around. I feel cheated some days. I know the Lord has a plan for everybody and that all will work out in the end.
At least I have some really good brothers. I told Jeebs at dinner last night that I really missed my brothers. As much as we've liked being on our own and being in a new place- I wish I could see my family more. My brothers are so fun to be around- as long as Page is full and Glen's blood sugar isn't low :) I just hope we can live closer some day. And- I"m out BEATRICE!!
We went to Outback for her birthday yesterday. There were at least 2 people that had birthdays in the restaurant. I wanted to cry, but I held it together- the awesome blossom was a good emotional numbing medicine :) (it didn't help much with the heartburn that night though).
I remember when we were younger I had a fear of just about everything- especially dying. My sister used to get so sick of hearing me go through my list of fears that she would say "Nessa, nothing is going to happen to you- we are both going to die as old ladies in our beds." I was also thinking about the welcome crowd my sister must of had on the other side. Both of our grandpa's would've been there, our grandma Wagley, at least 3 first cousins, our Uncle Page and who knows who else would want to come greet my sister as she started that new life. My sister wanted to live- she always had a bright outlook on things. I hope she is happy doing the things she is doing now. I am so jealous of the people that are getting to benefit from her being around. I feel cheated some days. I know the Lord has a plan for everybody and that all will work out in the end.
At least I have some really good brothers. I told Jeebs at dinner last night that I really missed my brothers. As much as we've liked being on our own and being in a new place- I wish I could see my family more. My brothers are so fun to be around- as long as Page is full and Glen's blood sugar isn't low :) I just hope we can live closer some day. And- I"m out BEATRICE!!
Monday, January 26, 2009
Happy Birthday to Yang
Happy birthday to you- happy birthday to you- happy BIRTHDAY dear YANG happy birthday to YOU!!!
If you've been privileged enough to hear my rendition of Happy Birthday- then you know just how it sounds:)
Yang would be 34 today. It still doesn't seem real that she is gone. The years keep going by though. I'll have to write more later- gotta do Tates' school.
If you've been privileged enough to hear my rendition of Happy Birthday- then you know just how it sounds:)
Yang would be 34 today. It still doesn't seem real that she is gone. The years keep going by though. I'll have to write more later- gotta do Tates' school.
Saturday, January 24, 2009
Jan 24th
1. My sister sold Pampered Chef for a little while. She loved all of her gadgets. I remember her going on and on about all the stoneware. She also had an Apple Peeler Corer Slicer. Yeah- that thing was pretty cool.
2. She also never threw things away. She has notebooks, letters, and binders full of stuff from her mission and college years. My mom was saying that she was having a hard time throwing away things like her old cameras that don't even work anymore. Why my sister didn't throw them away when they stopped working- is just one of the mysteries of my sister.
Okay- that was 2 I came up with today while I was thinking about Yang.
Today was one of those days when I realize why I don't go anywhere very often. I had another one of these days on Thursday when I wanted to go look at some furniture. BOTH of my children immediately fell apart at the mention of going somewhere. People wonder why I don't get out of my house much. Well, on Thursday I decided to go look at furniture and get a few errands taken care of. I took a shower- got dressed, put on makeup and dried my hair. After that I was ready to sit down and rest, but I had to get my kids ready. As soon as I went to put Cagey's clothes on him he goes to whining that he doesn't want to go with me. I force his clothes on him, but I didn't have the strength to put on his shoes. Taylor was already whining and screaming that she didn't want to get dressed or go anywhere so I had to go in her room and wrestle with her to get her dressed. Meanwhile, Jeebs was struggling with a whining Cagey getting his shoes and socks on for me. I finally get Taylor dressed and I go to the bathroom to get a brush and rubberband to fix her hair. Well, that opens up a whole different can of worms. All heck was breaking loose. It was fun. I was sweating and tired- struggling just to walk because of my stupid pelvis. So, yeah that's how it goes when I try to go somewhere. Yes, James is here working, but I'm not going to leave the kids here while he is trying to get work done. Once I get them where we're going they're perfectly fine. Why the big battle?? I have no idea- but it makes me want to stay home- forever. Tomorrow is Sunday- Jeebs has his usual meetings in the morning- so I have another morning of weeping, wailing and gnashing of teeth to look forward to :) G0od night and good luck. OH ps Thanks to Eric who always picks up Jeebs- seriously that helps us so much- lots of jewels in your crown :)
2. She also never threw things away. She has notebooks, letters, and binders full of stuff from her mission and college years. My mom was saying that she was having a hard time throwing away things like her old cameras that don't even work anymore. Why my sister didn't throw them away when they stopped working- is just one of the mysteries of my sister.
Okay- that was 2 I came up with today while I was thinking about Yang.
Today was one of those days when I realize why I don't go anywhere very often. I had another one of these days on Thursday when I wanted to go look at some furniture. BOTH of my children immediately fell apart at the mention of going somewhere. People wonder why I don't get out of my house much. Well, on Thursday I decided to go look at furniture and get a few errands taken care of. I took a shower- got dressed, put on makeup and dried my hair. After that I was ready to sit down and rest, but I had to get my kids ready. As soon as I went to put Cagey's clothes on him he goes to whining that he doesn't want to go with me. I force his clothes on him, but I didn't have the strength to put on his shoes. Taylor was already whining and screaming that she didn't want to get dressed or go anywhere so I had to go in her room and wrestle with her to get her dressed. Meanwhile, Jeebs was struggling with a whining Cagey getting his shoes and socks on for me. I finally get Taylor dressed and I go to the bathroom to get a brush and rubberband to fix her hair. Well, that opens up a whole different can of worms. All heck was breaking loose. It was fun. I was sweating and tired- struggling just to walk because of my stupid pelvis. So, yeah that's how it goes when I try to go somewhere. Yes, James is here working, but I'm not going to leave the kids here while he is trying to get work done. Once I get them where we're going they're perfectly fine. Why the big battle?? I have no idea- but it makes me want to stay home- forever. Tomorrow is Sunday- Jeebs has his usual meetings in the morning- so I have another morning of weeping, wailing and gnashing of teeth to look forward to :) G0od night and good luck. OH ps Thanks to Eric who always picks up Jeebs- seriously that helps us so much- lots of jewels in your crown :)
Friday, January 23, 2009
Jan 23
Yang was big into Cabbage Patch kids when we were little. She had all kinds of dolls- even a preemie that we thought was so cute. When she did the little oath for the adoption papers- she really meant it- she took it really seriously :)
We also had a Cabbage Patch room- or at least we had a lamp. I'm pretty sure our whole room was done in Cabbage Patch kids at some point, but right now all I remember is the lamp. The lamp is still in our bedroom at home. It's been changed to match the room now, but it's a very old lamp.
I can't type anymore because my head is hurting and I just want to lay in my bed. Sorry my lists have gotten so short. I just wish I could paint a more accurate picture of my sister for everyone. She was worth knowing and I don't want her forgotten.
We also had a Cabbage Patch room- or at least we had a lamp. I'm pretty sure our whole room was done in Cabbage Patch kids at some point, but right now all I remember is the lamp. The lamp is still in our bedroom at home. It's been changed to match the room now, but it's a very old lamp.
I can't type anymore because my head is hurting and I just want to lay in my bed. Sorry my lists have gotten so short. I just wish I could paint a more accurate picture of my sister for everyone. She was worth knowing and I don't want her forgotten.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Jan 22
So I skipped yesterday- but my sister's definable qualities are getting harder to list. I thought I would add one something about my sister every post for the rest of the month. We'll see if I can come up with that much ;)
My sister always had my back. We were so different, but we agreed on the most important things. I remember hearing her say "the gospel is not like a buffet, you can't just pick and choose the parts you want to live." I just loved the way my sister expressed her views- I could always see her side - which probably falls under the category of how she could always get me to do stuff :)
Okay- I remembered another one- My sister taught me so many "little" things. Generally your parents teach you these things, but my sister taught me how to:
- tie my shoes
- drive a standard transmission car (after many failed attempts by my mom)
- crochet
- live a moral life (she answered most of my morality questions :)
- twirl
- be a drum major
- not be too disgusting
the list goes on and on-
Only 4 more days until my sister's birthday. I decided after she passed away that we would do something every year to celebrate it. I just can't let my kids grow up not knowing their Aunt Yang. That is really the true tragedy- my kids won't have their aunt yang.
Child #3 is popping me out!! I'm only 26 weeks and this is my belly- tates took this pic for me
And now for my nose picture. I tried not to flatten it out or skew it in anyway. Let me know, Glen.
Blagh- ya know when you think you're looking nice- ya got it going on- then you happen to see a pic of yourself and you're like WOW BLAGH!! yeah.
My sister always had my back. We were so different, but we agreed on the most important things. I remember hearing her say "the gospel is not like a buffet, you can't just pick and choose the parts you want to live." I just loved the way my sister expressed her views- I could always see her side - which probably falls under the category of how she could always get me to do stuff :)
Okay- I remembered another one- My sister taught me so many "little" things. Generally your parents teach you these things, but my sister taught me how to:
- tie my shoes
- drive a standard transmission car (after many failed attempts by my mom)
- crochet
- live a moral life (she answered most of my morality questions :)
- twirl
- be a drum major
- not be too disgusting
the list goes on and on-
Only 4 more days until my sister's birthday. I decided after she passed away that we would do something every year to celebrate it. I just can't let my kids grow up not knowing their Aunt Yang. That is really the true tragedy- my kids won't have their aunt yang.
Child #3 is popping me out!! I'm only 26 weeks and this is my belly- tates took this pic for me
And now for my nose picture. I tried not to flatten it out or skew it in anyway. Let me know, Glen.
Blagh- ya know when you think you're looking nice- ya got it going on- then you happen to see a pic of yourself and you're like WOW BLAGH!! yeah.Wednesday, January 21, 2009
A little market research
I just wanted to post my super secret Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe on here and see if anybody would try it out and let me know what you think. I came up with this recipe on my own so it's completely mine. I think they're perfect, but everybody likes different things. So, if you want to participate - then just make the cookies (with no substitutions!!!!!) and let me know what you think of them in the comments. ok
1/2 C butter flavored crisco
1 1/2 C brown sugar
1 egg and 1 egg yolk
1 tsp vanilla
2 C flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 C semisweet ghiradelli choc chips
1 C milk chocolate ghiradelli chips ( I really like the bittersweet 60% cacao ghiradelli chips, butI tried them with the semisweet and milk and they were DELICIOUS!)
Cream butter, shortening, and brown sugar in electric mixer until very light and fluffy. (About 4 min) Add egg, egg yolk, and vanilla - beat until thoroughly combined. Add flour, baking soda and salt and beat in until just combined. *note: this is where it gets tricky because the amount of flour needed always varies- the secret is to put enough in where the dough is still moist, but when you pinch up a bit in your fingers it doesn't stick to your fingers. (I learned that from my brother, Glen, he USED to be the reigning chocolate chip cookie maker :) Add chocolate chips and mix just until incorporated evenly. Bake at 350 degrees for about 10-12 min depending on how big you like your cookies. I like to make my ultimates BIG so I use an ice cream scoop and bake them for about 14 min. Size doesn't really matter- you just have to watch them to make sure they don't get too done.
Okay- enjoy the cookies- and let me know how you like them - whether or not they're bakery worthy:) One day maybe I'll put them in my bakery- along with my grandma's brownies and my hot cocoa bar :)
Nessa's Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies
1 stick butter1/2 C butter flavored crisco
1 1/2 C brown sugar
1 egg and 1 egg yolk
1 tsp vanilla
2 C flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 C semisweet ghiradelli choc chips
1 C milk chocolate ghiradelli chips ( I really like the bittersweet 60% cacao ghiradelli chips, butI tried them with the semisweet and milk and they were DELICIOUS!)
Cream butter, shortening, and brown sugar in electric mixer until very light and fluffy. (About 4 min) Add egg, egg yolk, and vanilla - beat until thoroughly combined. Add flour, baking soda and salt and beat in until just combined. *note: this is where it gets tricky because the amount of flour needed always varies- the secret is to put enough in where the dough is still moist, but when you pinch up a bit in your fingers it doesn't stick to your fingers. (I learned that from my brother, Glen, he USED to be the reigning chocolate chip cookie maker :) Add chocolate chips and mix just until incorporated evenly. Bake at 350 degrees for about 10-12 min depending on how big you like your cookies. I like to make my ultimates BIG so I use an ice cream scoop and bake them for about 14 min. Size doesn't really matter- you just have to watch them to make sure they don't get too done.
Okay- enjoy the cookies- and let me know how you like them - whether or not they're bakery worthy:) One day maybe I'll put them in my bakery- along with my grandma's brownies and my hot cocoa bar :)
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