Mom, ME and Reality T.V.
Ok, I admit it. I'm a victim. A victim to reality T.V. Try as I might I could just not seem to vanquish this vice. It did not make my resolution list. Partly because I didn't make resolutions ( I mean, I KNOW what I need to better and I don't need January to remind me) and partly because if you are a "real" housewife, a budding clothing designer, an iconic plastic comedianne, a "Survivor" or really have no talent at all (see "real" housewife) I am probably DVR'ing your antics in ritual. A few observations: these broads that call themselves "housewives" pale in comparison to my amazing mother. I can't even put them in the same category as my self-less, resourceful, patient and modest mum. Secondly, I wish I knew how to sew. Wondering what might have been had I taken Home Ec more seriously or just picked up the talent through osmosis from, again, my mother. Lastly, I'm pretty sure I could get through a couple of rounds Survivor if I were to practice a little trait my mother possesses-integrity. That and an affinity for nature and the fact that I could eat rice and bug-ridden fruit for at least a couple weeks before cracking. If you are starting to sense a theme here you have one up on any given character from the cast of The Jersey Shore. I'm making a little homage to my mom today. Incorporating reality television while honoring my mom...aw the ridiculousness of it all. It's her birthday tomorrow! I'm pretty sure she's not one of those women that's gets all squeamish about her age, but it's not polite to announce that on a blog. Let's just say she is an amazingly vibrant and lovely lady that still makes it hard for me to remember that she gets a discount at the movie theatres! I guess that's what happens when you spend your time fixing, cleaning, cooking, encouraging, coaxing, learning, loving and being a wonderful example! HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM!LOVE YOU!
ME leaving my camera unattended...
Interesting things can happen when you turn your back for 5 minutes...
I should have known better, growing up with 8 brothers and everything. You'd think a girl would learn. In my defense, all I can really say is that I've been in California for a while now and perhaps it's weakened my defenses. Perhaps, I have not had to do battle with the enemy in so long that I have gone plain, San Diego soft. But we'll see who has the last laugh....yes, we shall see....
Does anyone else notice the uncanny resemblance???? Eat your heart out Venus, Botticelli should have had such a muse as this!
I'm pretty sure these nitwits were brushing up on their Festivus "Feats of Strength" a little early or something. How else could one explain the great "Iron Ball Toss"...
And the "Leaping Lizard Long Jump"...
(I think it's safe to say dear bro Jeff will have to recuperate a bit before he can compete in the Finals).
I should have known better, growing up with 8 brothers and everything. You'd think a girl would learn. In my defense, all I can really say is that I've been in California for a while now and perhaps it's weakened my defenses. Perhaps, I have not had to do battle with the enemy in so long that I have gone plain, San Diego soft. But we'll see who has the last laugh....yes, we shall see....
Does anyone else notice the uncanny resemblance???? Eat your heart out Venus, Botticelli should have had such a muse as this!
I'm pretty sure these nitwits were brushing up on their Festivus "Feats of Strength" a little early or something. How else could one explain the great "Iron Ball Toss"...
And the "Leaping Lizard Long Jump"...
Not to mention the "Best Impersonation of a Plumber Log Splitting" contest.......
And lastly...but most definatley, not least....the great and terrible "Chicken Tractor Challenge." .
(I think it's safe to say dear bro Jeff will have to recuperate a bit before he can compete in the Finals).
ME and my Halloween....
My buddy Mike and I at my work Halloween party: Unfortunately we didn't win the grand prize, or any prize for that matter. I dare say people did just not get the genius of an actual blind man humoring me in this way. No worries, we both had fabulous fun anyway!
For those of you who have seen "Lars and the Real Girl" this Halloween duo, at a party I went to, was hands down my favorite! I even gave her bottled water when she looked thirsty. She was a pretty mean dancer.
(Below): my nieces donning one of my Halloween wigs....Lil' Dolly Parton and Lil' Joe Dirt, respectively.
Their mother actually spent time and effort on real costumes that they actually wore for Halloween...but c'mon these have that special Aunty Janette twist.
Their mother actually spent time and effort on real costumes that they actually wore for Halloween...but c'mon these have that special Aunty Janette twist.
ME cheering on the Cougs....
Pre-game bafoonery.....
Jared can barely contain his excitement. As proven by the dramatic use of the Claw.
Slimby and I.....
Jared can barely contain his excitement. As proven by the dramatic use of the Claw.
Oct. 25, 2008: It was a successful day for the Cougs! Since I'm not exactly posting this on time..I'll try to remember the score. It was UNLV-something and BYU-something..MORE. However, I actually looked it up for those of you who prefer things technical: BYU: 42 UNLV: 35. This concludes my BYU posts for the year. (Nope, not even going to mention that "other" more recent game.)
From the lil'est fan... (thanks Em for being a good sport and letting Cannon wear True Blue) 
...To the family's most senior...um, that is...most mature..er...the ones who graduated before the rest...."Y" veterans...the Bakes and Tanners gathered to enjoy the day!
...To the family's most senior...um, that is...most mature..er...the ones who graduated before the rest...."Y" veterans...the Bakes and Tanners gathered to enjoy the day!
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