Roan Random's

Life with a toddler is so eventful. 

 There are creative messes

scrapped and bruised knees that love kisses 

 In decisions on what shirt to wear (seriously)

 SO many new things to see and explore

 Snazzy outfits

 Bath time is still a favorite around here or maybe it is just the photo sessions that follow. 

This is Roan's official first big kid ice cream cone. 

 It felt like it took him a million years to eat it. 

 Mommy had to help him to prevent it from dripping and from the look on his face I don't think he liked to share. LOL

 He created this flying care all by himself. I really love Legos and all the creativity they encourage. 

 We went to the Zoo and this kid can find a char anywhere

 Side note: Did I mention I love grass and love to mow my lawn and then lay on it afterwards. 

 Safety goggles can be used in any situation

When I took this pic Roan was afraid "I" was going to hurt the dinosaur. Me..hurt a big dinosaur. Only if it was going after my child. :)  

 We love enjoying picnics in the fine May weather

 He is such a cute nerd

 He watches over this baby doll during nursery every Sunday. He hides it in the microwave from the other kids. LOL

Pizza is still a favorite. :) 

Love this kid and all his shenanigans. 

Mom & Dad's Retirement Celebration

 This is my Dad

 And this is my Mom

They are both officially retired. They have worked so hard for many MANY years to make a life for our entire family and now they finally get to relax and enjoy. To celebrate my siblings and I put together a huge open house to honor them and their years of work. 

It was also my Mom's birthday so I got them some flowers to wear.  

 Bruce at Smiths helped design this fancy and delicious cake

 It was a Hawaiian Luau theme with a "Tired & Finally Retired" and "Happy Birthday Mom!" banner

 They each had a career timeline displayed

 This fruit salad was so good!

 We even had family from Idaho travel to atend

 Twins

 What was left of the cake

 I love my parents and appreciate all their hard work and sacrifice. They have been my prime example of taking pride in their work. 

 My oldest brother :)

 Roan and the rest of the kids were soooo exhausted when all was said and done. 

This tea set belonged to my Grandma and Grandpa Stark. My Aunt brought it down and I took a pic of it because I loved it. 

AF Canyon 5K

I walked/jogged a 5K this last Saturday. I won the entry into the race from work by doing so many 5Ks in my gym. LOL ironic...I think not. 

It was tons of fun. The purpose of the 5K was to raise funds for cancer study and treatment. There was an awesome feeling at the race. Many people were racing for people within their families that have or passed from cancer. 

My coworker/friend Tiffany and my brother joined in the fun as well.

Our before picture

a few action shots 

 some sway

 Our acter shots

One cool thing about this 5K is that everyone got Kneaders french toast! If you haven't ever had their french toast you must!!! It is pretty darn good.  

My brother! He did so great. I am very proud of him for starting a new fitness journey. Plus it is fun to have a new running buddy from the family. :)

Amazing Pancake Recipe

We had a breakfast pot luck and work and had these amazing pancakes. They were so amazing that Lars even liked them and he isn't a pancake fan at all. These pancakes are fluffy and moist. Give them a try. 

Pancakes!

2 cups Krusteaz pancake mix

4 eggs

1 cup sour cream

½ ts baking soda

½ ts salt

3 TBS sugar

Mix everything together until relatively mixed.   Some lumps are okay.   Add a little milk or water if you need to thin out the batter.     Cook on a medium heat griddle, until bubbles start to form, and flip.   When cooked through, Transfer to a warm plate, cover with butter and real maple syrup, or no syrup at all.