What is his name? My husband's name is Greg, Gregory Ted, Hon, or Honey

How long have you been married? We have been married for 8 1/2 years. It seems just like yesterday. It has gone by so fast. I can still vividly remember our wedding day, or should I say our wedding night. (HE HE)

How long did you date? We dated 2 months. I guess we should have dated longer and my last name might not be DeVries. (Just Kidding) It only took me two months to be hooked on to Greg.

How old is he? He is 31 1/2. He already has many gray hairs. He just says gray hair shows if you are successful. That is a good way to look at it!

Who eats more sweets? I think we eat about the same. We both love ice cream though!

Who said I love you first? He said it first.

Who is taller? He definitely is.

Who can sing better? Greg has a good voice, he just doesn't let anyone know about it.

Who is smarter? I am, he just never really tried.

Who does the laundry? I do, I don't even think he knows how to start the washer. He helps fold and put away though.

Who pays the bills? I do, however, he knows exactly how much money is in our savings account and calls me on it if one cent is ever missing and I haven't told him about it.

Who sleeps on the right side of the bed? He does and I will not sleep on that side. So, I guess he sleeps on that side because I make him.

Who mows the lawn? He does. I mowed the lawn once when I was pregnant to try and help me go into labor and one other time. That time he told me the lines weren't straight. That was the last time I have ever mowed. I hate it.

Who cooks dinner? I do. He has never once cooked dinner. He always cooks breakfast though.

Who drives? He does. Thank you babe. I hate driving. I like to sleep. He never gets tired when he drives.

Who is more stubborn? I am. He definitely takes it when I am grumpy.

Who kissed who first? He kissed me first, but then I had a trampy moment and kept kissing him. I was on a dry spell because my missionary had left 6 months before that and I hadn't kissed anyone during that time.

Who asked who out first? He asked me to follow him to the car dealership to pick up his car during school one day. On our way to pick up his car, he said that since I took him to get his car, he owed me a date. Nice pick up line right?

Who proposed? He did.

Who has more siblings? We both have 5 kids in our family.

Who wears the pants? I do. I am very bossy. Sorry Greg.

Who am I tagging? Anyone who hasn't been tagged and reads my blog.

Just one note to leave on...
Love you honey. Thanks for 8 1/2 great years and 3 handsome sons!!!

President Hinkley...

It has been so fun to read everybody's blogs this morning and read the love that everybody had for President Hinkley. It was been a wonderful 13 years that he has served as the Prophet of our church. We all know the impact he had with the growth of the church. He was a wonderful man. I will miss seeing this smile.

What For Dinner 1/28 - 2/3

Last week dinner menu didn't go exactly as planned. So this week is pretty much last weeks recipes.

Monday-Grilled Cheese/Tomato Soup
FHE Treat-Brownies and Ice Cream

Tuesday-Cream Cheese Chicken/Rice/Corn

Wednesday-Pork Burritos/All the Yummy Fixings/Rice
***This recipe is on the side bar of my blog

Thursday-Leftovers

Friday-Fettuccine Alfredo/Garlic Bread

Saturday-OUT

Sunday-Super Bowl Food/Pizza, Finger Foods, Way to many calories will be eaten.

I will leave you with a recipe that I created this week. So easy and fast and super yummy.

My new best friend is Rotisserie Chicken. It is so fast to use for dinner. Have your hubby pick one up on the way home from work and this dinner will be ready in 20 minutes. I also used homemade tortillas from Bajio and their yummy spicy ranch. (Costco also has the homemade tortillas too.)

Pull off all chicken and shred. Then put into a sautee' pan and add 1 package taco seasoning and water according to the back of the package. Let simmer for 5 minutes. Then had two giant handfuls of cheddar or fiesta blend of cheese. (Don't skimp of the cheese) Then add 1 to 1 1/2 cup of sour cream, depending on how creamy you want it. Then cook up your tortillas and top with lettuce and pour over that yummy ranch. We also smeared the side of our tortillas with refried beans. Also when your at Bajio pick up some yummy rice too. You are probably asking yourself, Why not just eat at Bajio? Well this actually feed our family for 2+ nights and 1 lunch. It was cheaper to make this at home than go to Bajio just for the fact that we used it for more than one meal.

I thought that if you don't like the spice of the taco seasoning packet, substitue a can of crushed tomatoes and then add the cheese and sour cream. Probably would be pretty tasty. ENJOY.

Temple Open House...

We went to the Rexburg temple open house on Thursday. Our experience I am sure are like many of yours, but I wanted to document my feelings and thoughts, so my boys could read this in a few years and hopefully remember some of the things they felt. We went with our wonderful friends Donevan and Christine and their sweet girls. It was so fun watching their reactions compared to the boys reactions. The girls were definitely more aware of the beauty that surrounded them, where as the boys were more about the deer painting and the ox surrounding the baptismal font. When we asked the boys what their favorite part of the night was, Colton said, "I loved when the girl put the white protective booties on my feet." Cannon said, "I liked the ox." Although these are just little things in the boys minds, I hope they will remember how excited Mom and Dad were to take them to this beautiful special building. I hope they know how important it is to strive to go inside for themselves one day. Greg and I love the temple. We love that we are an eternal family. It was fun to have this special family experience so close to our home. I can't wait to go do a session in this temple.

After the temple, we went and ate at a fun little hamburger joint. We went to Big Jud's. Big Jud's has the biggest hamburgers I have ever seen in my life. They are as big as my head. They also have really good homemade fries and fry sauce. We laughed so hard the first time we went there because our clothes reeked of grease so strongly we had to wash everything we were wearing. We say when we go there that we eat our grease in take for the whole year. But aren't these types of places the best. Good food. YUM.

Happy Happy Birthday Daddy Dear...

I want to wish my Dad a very happy birthday. He is such a great person! Here are a few things I admire about him.

J-OKESTER-My dad can come up with some great one liners. It is so funny to hear some of his jokes. In fact he has been a Sunday school teacher in his ward for many many years and always starts out his lessons with a joke. Thanks Dad for always making me laugh.

O-UTLASTING/OUTSTANDING-My Dad can't outlast anyone. He is always the first one to bed. We joke that his bedtime is 7:30 but this really isn't a joke. If he stays up past 10:00 we are amazed. However, he outlasts everybody in the getting up in the morning department. He is up and going between 3:00-5:00 a.m. everyday. No wonder he goes to bed so early. Outstanding, my dad is really smart. He knows a lot about everything. One of my favorite memories is going to Disney World and having him play Who Want to Be a Millionaire. He did so good and went all the way to the million dollar question. He was also always able to help me with any type of homework growing up.

H-ONORABLE/HARDWORKING-He is very honest and honors his values. He has been a great example to me and has taught me that this is so important in life. Hardworking, I have never met anyone that works so hard. He never lets anything slide with his job. He makes sure everything is done right. He values a honest days work.

N-EVER SELFISH-My dad is the most giving person I have ever met. When it comes to money, he would give to anyone that is struggling. He has taught me that when you are blessed it helps to give to others. I really value this lesson that he has taught me and hope to carry this on with my own family.

I love you Dad. The boys love you so much too. Thanks for being you!

2 1/2 Months Old

I can't believe that Crew is 2 1/2 months old already. He is such a sweet baby. I love him so much. He has been so fun to have around our house. Last week was his 2 month appointment. He weighed 12 lbs. 1 oz. Wow, he has gained 4 lbs. since he was born. He received his immunizations last week and he was not a happy baby for about 4 days. All he wanted to do was be held by Mommy. We made it through though and I will not complain about holding and snuggling with him because it will all go too fast. He is now also trying to talk a little more. The gooing sound is so sweet. We love you Crew.

Oh The Weather Outside Is Frightful...

Today school was canceled due to the bitter cold temperatures. When we woke up this morning, the temperature was -35 with the wind chill. Birr, I am just going to stay home and snuggle in bed while listening to my heat go on about every 5 minutes. Thank heavens for a warm safe house I have to live in.

Just Like Olive Garden Alfreo...

My blog friend Letti asked for my Alfredo sauce recipe, I got this off the internet and it is called Just like Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce. My family likes it. It taste pretty similar, so here it is...

Just Like Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce

1/2 cup Butter

2 to 4 oz. Cream Cheese (depending on how cream cheesy you want it)

1 pint Heavy Whip Cream

3/4 tsp. Garlic Powder

pinch of salt

pinch of pepper

1 cup Parmesan Cheese

In saucepan, melt butter. Add cream cheese, whip cream, garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth. Bring to a boil. Drop heat but keep heat high enough for a simmer. Simmer sauce for 20 minutes, stirring every few minutes. Take from heat and stir in cheese. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes.

Menu for January 20-27

Hubby Home=Cooking Dinner this week...

Monday - Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup, Salad, Rolls

Tuesday- Left Overs

Wednesday - Cream Cheese Chicken

Thursday - Fettuccine Alfred, Garlic Bread

Friday - Taco Soup and Grilled Cheese

Saturday - Out

Sunday - Roast, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Rolls, and Corn

This recipe is to die for good and to die for easy...

Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

5 cups chicken broth

2 handfuls of shredded carrots

3 stalks of celery finely chopped

1/2 chopped onion (optional)

2 cans cream of chicken soup

1 can evaporated milk

12 oz. bag of Reames homemade egg noodles (freezer section)

1 Rotisserie chicken

Pick all of the chicken off of the Rotisserie chicken and shred. Put chicken stock, carrots, celery, and noodles in chicken broth and boil for 20 minutes. Then add chicken, soup, and milk into broth and vegetable mixture. If the soup is not thick enough for your likings, make cornstarch and a little water into a paste and add to soup pot. Let thicken and serve with a yummy piece of bread or roll and salad!

Colton's Hair...

Colton now thinks he is old enough to comb his own hair. This was the outcome. He was so proud of himself and the hair do he created. He even got home from school and told me, "Mom, everybody wanted to be my reading buddy today because they liked my hair." He was so excited. Mom, not so much.

Crew 8 Week Photos...

It has taken me a few weeks to upload Crew's 8 week photos. Here are a couple of my favorites.

I haven't had a chance to edit the photos because I don't have Photoshop on my new computer yet. But thought they turned out cute!

Wow-What a Week...

This week was really tiring. Greg was out of town all week for work. This was the first time I had all 3 kids by myself for 5 days straight. We made it through though. My mom came and helped for the first couple days and that was really nice to have her around. The last few days went quickly. The hardest part about the week is Crew had his 2 month immunizations and was really fussy. He wanted to be held constantly. Hopefully Greg doesn't have to leave again anytime soon!

Picture of Crew...

My family has been waiting for me to post a picture. This was taken today. He is 9 weeks and 2 days old.

New Toy...

I am so excited about my new laptop. I have wanted an Apple Laptop for the past couple of years. Our good friends Bradey and Ali have Apple computers and have showed us all the cool features that come with using an Apple. We got home from Christmas and I asked Greg about getting a laptop and he said maybe in April. A few days after being home, our PC started crashing. Greg reluctantly agreed that I could finally order my laptop because he can't live without his ESPN internet surfing. I have only had it for one day and absolutely love it.

All day today Cannon insisted that "I love my laptop more than him."

Menu for 1-13-08

No menu this week.  No Husband = No Menu.  My diet this week will consist of Mac and Cheese, Cereal, Sandwiches, etc.  Kid Friendly are my thoughts, but I will leave you with a favorite recipe of ours! 

P.S.  This is the perfect Sunday dinner.  Put it in the oven before you leave for church and come home to a dinner that is waiting for you!

Sad Sick Baby...

I was so excited to make it through Thanksgiving and Christmas without getting sick.  I jumped up and down with joy in my mind thinking we had dodge a big bullet.  With much disappointment, Crew is really, really sick.  It breaks my heart and is also a big worry when he is still so little.  He is running almost 102 fever without any relief from the Tylenol.  We took him into the doctor today to make sure his lungs sound clear and to see why the Tylenol isn't dropping his temperature.  After a quick lab of blood work, it looks like he doesn't have a bacterial infection, just a virus which I figured since Cannon and I have been sick since Sunday night.  I hope he gets better quick.  I love to hold him, but not when I know he is hurting so much.  Hopefully we both aren't up all night.   

8 weeks today...

Crew is 8 weeks today.  I can not believe how fast time has flown by.  Some of the big milestones in the past two weeks are

-Crew is now smiling (not just on accident)

-Crew is now cooing

-Crew has slept through the night twice (please try to do this consistently)

-His legs are getting chubby

-He plays magic tricks (He fell out of the rocking chair when I was out of the room) Sad Mommy

-He knows how to get his own way.  He loves to be held and knows just the right cry to get me or daddy to give in.

-I am trying to get him to like the cute Nuk binki's instead of the hospital ones.

He has been such a joy.  We love you so much.

P.S. 8 week picture to come~

Crew's Baby Blessing

We had such a wonderful day on Sunday.  I was so emotional just watching Greg walk up to the front of the chapel and then he gave Crew a wonderful blessing.  We had so much love and support from all of our family and friends.  Crew looked absolutely precious in his blessing outfit.  It was just as I imagined. 

Crew is so lucky to have such amazing Grandma's and Grandpa's.  He even still has two Great Grandma's that are alive.  One was able to come to Idaho for the blessing.  He also has great aunts and uncles that were able to come.

Dinner Menu...

One of my goals for the New Year is to try one new recipe a week.  I hope this will inspire me to get my grocery shopping done with an organized list.  Nothing is better than a home cooked meal at the end of the day.   In order to accomplish this goal, I thought it would be fun to have everyone join in and try to share one dinner meal recipe a week on their blog.  If you try something new that is fantastic, please share it.  If you would like to join in and don't have a blog, post your recipe to the comment section, and if you do have a blog and want to join in, please post your blog address in the comment section.  Also, if you have your own blog and want to join in, post it on your blog as well so we can get a lot of people!  Another thing you can do is post your menu for the week, so others can get inspiration!

My Recipe is...

Chicken with Mushroom Gravy

4 boneless, skinless chicken breast

1 can cream of mushroom soup

1 cup milk

10 oz. package mushrooms (Sliced)

1- 4 oz. can diced green chilies (Do not drain)

1 envelope Italian dressing mix

1 oz. package cream cheese (cubed)

In a crock pot, put chicken in bottom.  In separate bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, mushrooms, green chilies, and dressing mix.  Stir well with whisk.  Pour over chicken and cook on low for 4 hours.  Add cubed cream cheese and cook for one more hour.  Serve over mashed potatoes or rice.  We like it with mashed potatoes.  Enjoy!

My menu for the week

Monday-Chicken with Mushroom Gravy, Potatoes, Corn

Tuesday-Grilled Ham and Cheese and Tomato Soup

Wednesday-Leftovers from Monday

Thursday-Spaghetti, Breadsticks and Salad

Friday-Out

Saturday-Out

Sunday-Orange Chicken and Rice (This is my new recipe I am trying.  I will let you know if it is good)

Big Weekend Ahead...

After a rough week of recovering from Mastitis, we are approaching a big weekend.  We are blessing Crew this weekend.  I am so excited for Sunday.  What a special day.  Crew has been such a sweet baby and a great joy to me.  I am thankful for him.  It will be fun to have family in town for the weekend.  Hopefully the weather will cooperate.

100th Post...

Wow, I can't believe this is my 100th Post.  Here are 100 frivolous facts about me...

Download 100th_blog_entry.doc

Goals...

Last night I was talking to the kids about setting goals.  I asked them if they new what a goal was.  Cannon excitedly said he new what a goal was and went on to say, "It is when you kick a soccer ball into the net."  I couldn't stop laughing.  Maybe that is the approach I will take to goals this year!

Goodbye 2007, Hello 2008...

Wow what a year!  We all stayed awake until after midnight last night except for our sweet Cannon.  He is just like me and craves a good night's sleep!

Top 7 highlights of 2007

-Greg and Emily went on a cruise with friends to the Bahamas, St. Martin, and St. Thomas!  We had a great time and enjoyed a little vacation from the kiddies.

-We went to Disneyworld and on the Disney Cruise with the Wolthuis clan!

-We went to Park City and celebrated Grandma Healy's 95 birthday.  She is truly a sweetheart and a big piece of heaven in all our lives!

-We moved into our new house and are loving the neighbors, extra space, and big garage we are now calling home!

-We welcomed our 3rd child Crew Healy into our home on November 14th.  He have truly enjoyed him and look forward to all the years to come!

-The boys have truly loved to play sports this year and Greg and I have enjoyed watching them excel and learn.  They spent many hours in the front yard this summer playing football and T-ball.  Cannon played soccer for the first time through the YMCA and Colton played soccer, football, T-ball and basketball on city leagues this year!  What fun.

-Health and happiness.  We are very lucky to say that 2007 passed with many wonderful memories.  We have truly had a blessed year.  We are so thankful for our family and friends that bring love and warmth to our hearts. 

In 2008 I would like to

-Read my scriptures nightly and read to the children as well

-Faithfully hold Family Home Evening

-Say meaning prayers morning and night kneeling

-Try one new recipe a week

-Continue to learn patience with my children

-Spend many qualities hours with my children

-Learn how to take better pictures with my new camera

-Continue to update my blog

-Try to give service to someone in need once a week

-Hold Crew as much as he will let me without complaining because time passes way to quckly.  Colton and Cannon will barely hug and kiss me now!

I am glad to post my goals and hopefully this will help me stick to them!

Goodbye 2007, Hello 2008!