Mom Took a Class

on cake decorating. For the most part, it was fun because I had a trip down memory lane. The teacher would share an idea or show how to use a tip for a certain design, and I would remember my mother decorating cakes when I was a child. She did all of the designs that I was shown that night. My mom was a great cake decorator, she even made my wedding cake. I think the hardest part for her, was the stress of getting everything "just right", but I thought they were beautiful!

So here is my attempt at decorating a cake. It has been such a long time since I tried cake decorating, my boys thought this cake was "awesome". Of course, it helped that it tasted good, too.

I guess I will try again soon to decorate a cake. I just have to think of ways to decorate it. Everyone there at the class said there are great books out there, so I might have to pick one up.

Funny Joke

We actually are not an exciting family, but we do like jokes. Stephen read this one on a laffy taffy wrapper the other day and I quite liked it.

What is green and sings?




Elvis Parsley!

Of course, I had to explain it to him, as Elvis is a little before his time. I had him call Grandpa to tell him the joke, because Grandpa likes to sing with Elvis.

Classes for next year

So I'm trying to decide whether or not I am going to take band next year in 9th grade. Also I want to join the marching band but that will cost more than I can afford. The reason why I can't afford it, is because I am saving my money for the National Boy Scout Jamboree in 2010.

Ryan

Sister's 40th Birthday

WOW - I can't believe it. My sister is turning 40! (I'm not going to say who is older - she or I).

Now the big question is - who in the family are more excited about this?

Could it be my sister - excited that she is finally the BIG 40. How about our parents - knowing that they now have 2 "kids" that are over 40? OR - Maybe her kids so they can tease her that she really is getting OLD.

Happy Birthday Kathy!