I got my very first cell phone in 2009. Okay Scott had bought me several others which I never used. But in 2009 our lives changed completely. We went form 10 plus years of working and living together 24/7 to Scott having a traditional 9 to 5 job away from home. We also we in transition and building our home and renting and moving and selling our old home so I needed to port our home phone to a cell so Arbonne clients would still be able to find me during the moves. I love any photos of Scott.
17 years ago I fell so in love with Scott, I just knew I would never love another man ever again. A baby changes everything. I have been guarding my heart for 9 months knowing this little one would have me at first breath, but the road was rocky and there were hazards and we didn't know if he or mom Salina would make it. Little George is a blessing and our little miracle. His mom and dad have been trying for years. No route was working even stepping into the adoption path. SO they saved their pennies. Anthony knew from his birth that it would be a challenge for him to be a biological father.
Yesterday Aug 5, 2011 at 2 am Salina got up to go to the bathroom and frequent visit for expecting mommies. Her water broke or maybe she wet her pants never having had a baby before she was not sure. A call to the hospital followed by a check at the hospital meant baby was coming. She was 4 days or so form being full term and he was due at the end of August but I kept telling them he would come early. They really wanted him born in August not Sept and he delivered. by about 10 am there was not progress on the dilating so patosen was given and in one hour she went to a 10. A nurse happened by the room for a check and just took a look. You are having this baby now. Anthony went into shock. After and hour and a half of pushing we had our boy! I'm head over heels in love! It is so great to see Anthony as a dad. He feels all this weight and bliss and is loving it. Salina is so calm and happy and beautiful. I love watch her hold him. He looks just like her to me. George makes these adorable noises. Scott says he looks just like a little old man a general authority. Scott calls him buddy. Hello little buddy, Scott says as he snaps photos. Scott won't hold him, he is not a baby person. I am dying to hold him but I am sick and can't yet hold him so I made him the photo on the cell phone wall paper and I cradle that. From the first glance this boy has me for life. 
I can hardly believe it. In a few weeks we will have a tiny new Scharrier. Salina is amazing at being pregnant she is so calm. She is swollen in her feet and ankles. She is tired but she is happy and smiles and is still calm. I would be very nervous as the delivery approaches. Maybe you get so excited to have the 9 months over the fear of the unknown fades. We did a family shower and friend shower at our home in Centerville. I like to call it Riffle HQ or House of Riffle. It is so great to have a place you can fit people in. I thought about having it downstairs with more room but the thought of hauling all the food up and down and gifts and people I decided to spread out the timing and do it upstairs. All the 15 kids loved having the downstairs to play. Scott survived all the kids which is a miracle. Aunt Susan, Stacey, Teri, Liz, Ellie, LuLu, Erin, Sarah, Jami, Kari, Kristen, Melissa, Emma, Amy F, Aunt Marion, Rosemary, Helga, Kelly plus 2 cute kids), Kay, Michelle, Ashley, Heather, Livee attend the family one. Hilary, Brooke, Leslie, Connie, Amy ? plus 3 cute kids, Marj, Amy M, Norda, Kristin, Kathy, Salina, Missy, Marianne were the buddies. Teri got the meat and cheese, Liz made her famous chocolate dipped strawberries, Stacey did fruit, Melissa smores brownies, I made mint brownie bites and cupcakes, Greek pasta salad, Green salad, rolls, chip & hummus. It is always nice to visit at a baby shower to be with friends and family not at a funeral.
Soon our family will grow by one. The baby will be making an appearance very soon:) In fact Salina had her first contraction today. Carol Snow hosted a baby shower today. My mom came in from out of town we love being with her. We had yummy food and loved to catch up and I think showers are the best place to see each other. Everyone is happy and there is laughter and happy anticipation. Much better than say a funeral-- which we seem to have had lots of lately:) I made cupcakes which were perfect to me. They were from a recipe book Salina gave me and the frosting and cupcake was very enjoyable. Carol had her famous brownies. We had salads and rolls with butter and fresh strawberry Scott picked out with hummus and chips. Carol, Emily, Katie, Brooke, Carol, Missy, Marianne, Anthony, Salina, Erica, Marj, Becky, Izabel, Amy, Missy (other cute Missy and 2 of her girls), Debbi, and my moms cousin Wendy:) It was a special day for a special girl with a baby on board. Did I mention the cupcake success? They were mini and the did cute boyish toppings with swirls and sprinkles that were blue. I can do boys see?
Scott had a Wells Fargo conference at the Zurmatt resort and it was great. We were there from Wed to Sunday. I got to help introduce him to his fellow bankers with the other families. Wells Fargo is amazing to work for. They really take great care of Scott and reward him for his hard work. His work ethic is strong and he is consistently a top performer. He wins trips and awards and makes us all very proud. They have the best support team and business plan. With next day funding and little to no reports Scott can focus on helping his clients and selling like mad. We had a seafood dinner yum yum. Gelato daily. Explored new places went for walks and drives. Saw wildlife. I got to hold Sarahs baby which I love doing. Window shopped with Anth and Salina. Worked on youth conference and Phantom. We enjoyed time with friends and family and the great outdoors.<
10. If it moves it’s a target to sell too or shoot at (what did that dove ever do to you?).
Get ready little Scharrier- I am going to be your "Aunt Sue"! YIPPEE After many years of trying for a baby my brother and his Darling wife are having one. They told us with a cupcake filled with blue icing. We guessed boy or girl and then dug in to see if we were right. It has been a treat to watch the new mom and dad prepare for the little guy. It was really scary in the beginning and even now as mom health was put to the test 
and bed rest for months followed. What a trooper. Are we excited or what?
There is something awesome in the times where your family ends up being who you would choose to be with on purpose. We now live one mile from my cousin and his family and it makes things really fun. We went for Teri's birthday to a place called Sego Lily where they had the best french fries ever and I am not a fry person in general. It is a nice adult place. A little fancy feel in a historic old home. Teri makes life fun and Kelly and I love to talk about the gospel. We have gone to the Temple together and have the best time ever thinking and talking about our pondering. He 
thinks our minds work the same in many regards. It makes it feel not so lonely up there. Teri is always making me smile about life. Her kids crack me up and the girls are so sweet. Their oldest is part little Missy. Scott and Kelly enjoy the politics discussions. What a fun time we had. Then for Salina birthday we went to the Joesph Smith Memorial Building. It was beautiful we sat by a fountain and looked at the temple and beautiful greenery. We dressed up and then forgot the camera. The highlight was Scott doing a dance for Sailna in the parking garage. She was embarrassed beyond words. Her face looked like s
heer terror. Scott is so funny becasue if you do not know him he is super shy but if he feels comfortable watch out. He was singing and dancing and then he went bright red in the face as he noticed we were not just the 6 of us in the parking garage and he was on a secruity camera! In all my years of loving this boy I have never seen him blush! Bright red I tell you. If you want proof just ask him to dance for you:)
In all our years of married life we have never hosted a dinner party in our house. We did host events in our clubhouse or Thanksgiving which I do not count as a dinner party. Anthony thought we were anti social. (He was afraid to bring friends over when he lived with us due to this belief which is why we did not meet Salina sooner but that is a whole different post.) So we had a group of friends that all sold and moved within weeks of each other. We have group so we can all stay in touch and a home tour so we can all see the new abodes. We are very spread out from Centerville to Saratoga and form the Copper mine to the backside of Draper mountain. We pack a lunch and plan to stop for gas and head out with GPS in tow to get together. Scott started to panic about this event as soon as we signed the papers on our home. He has a vision of never having anyone over still which clashes with my dream of a home full of memories with other living creatures, including pets, kids, friends, and family. Mark backed Scott up when over the New Years party wanted no kids and he has two so I'm not the only one with a dreamy hubby. With our little group there are 3 kids so far- that is if you classify kids as 5 and under. They are adorable and different as night and day. I choose to have a game night with dinner and Scott wanted to smoke some meat to serve. I used evite and set it up. We heard back from everyone with a yes which is a feat with 5 families. My brother moved back to town was also a part of the Bishopric which all of these people are as well so they came also. Anthony called me to ask what he should bring the night before the party. Panic entered my tummy and planted thick roots. It grew all the way up and out of my head. I had set up on Evite for everyone to bring something. (Poor Emily did not know what I meant by romaine salad I meant to put green salad- again another post.) Anthony said call them and see if maybe they did sign up. I thought how can I call someone the night before they come and say hey you work all day tomorrow and have a huge long drive to the end of now where how about you bring food along. Michele pointed out that of course they were all bringing something and would not have all descended without asking. But I read the wording on the evite and it said Missy will make a few dishes not form Costco as I get teased about bring always Costco items. SO when I read it to me it sounded like no worries we handle the food you bring some games. The day of the party I gathered and made smoked turkey, meatballs, roasted red pepper dip, carrots, chips, salsa, cranberry, hoggies, romaine lettuce, cheese, croutons, hard boiled eggs, almond pound cake, honey roasted peanuts, Carmel nut crunch, and a few other items I can't recall. As the guest arrive with food in hand the panic flies away replaced by laughter and explaining. It was great to catch up and see everyone. Collene is having a baby any moment, Laurie has good dating stories, I'm always hopeful for adoption news from the Searles and the Ryker- Porter team always satisfies. While we played a drawing game Ryker drew this penguin and was very animated about telling us how slow we were to see it. He also knew every question to a Twilight game which made his dad nervous and the funny part was his mom is team Jacob but he is team Edward. Salina was all cool during catch phrase and we all were stumped how a bunch of Mormons knew all the answers to alcohol questions. Porter is so cuddle buggy I could hold him forever. Jessica is getting all grown up and tried very hard to make friends with Bella who wanted none of that but staked her ground. Jessica has this adorable face and smile what cute kids! The parents totally watched the kids every move so Scott relaxed and enjoyed the kids and people and food. Win win win. 
I can't even blog my joy at having my brother and sister back in town. They complete my heart and I feel like dancing. Scott and I adore them! we had a really great time spending this holiday with them. My friend Lynette told me about how to make the beautiful giant snowflake hanging from my chandelier. You can't tell but the paper is shimmery on one side so it reminds me of snow.
I just got the most wonderful birthday gift. It is a Sleeping Beauty card (with a gift card inside) that plays I Know You. Anthony and Salina always give thoughtful gifts. They are just plain old perfect. Kind, compassionate, selfless-- always putting others first. We are lucky to know them. I wish I had it with my Halloween costumes
I used to say I would never be into sports. I didn't even like sports. After much thought I have decided that I love sports. Perhaps I should clarify. I love it when the Utah Jazz make to to the big thingy at the end where they play lots of times and I happen to be in town. Yes it has been a dream in Utah during the playoffs. You see everywhere I go it is like a ghost town. Scott and I have had a delightful time at restaurants, movies, shopping, swimming, and errands because no one is out and about. They are all at home or at a pub glued to a T.V. screen. It is a great match for Scott and I who do not watch sports. Scott used to enjoy college football but that ended several years ago and now the only sport we ever take in the an occasional Olympics. I 
I am really bad at bowling. Both my parents were trophy holding bowlers (at the local ally- not world renowned or anything). For family night and to celebrate Anthony turning 30 and Kelsie turning 7. My little skinny... 30 years old. He is the best brother in the whole world. He is one of my heroes. Plus sweet Kelsie, my little buddy. Marlene has a wonderful family who has adopted us. I love being part of a family. We ate at pizza factory and then bowled at Fat Cats. It was more than funny. Kaden shouted "the beat needs me" as he stared to break dance in perfect tempo with the music. This was when the light went low and the florescent and 
disco balls went wild. Anthony and Scott and Paul kept getting strikes. I had the best luck rolling the ball between my legs. I finally gave up trying and had Lily help me. That improved my score. I even used the bumpers. Anth was so excited to be with Salina. They had never bowled together before. Scott would get this huge grin and strut back to our table. Marlene and Anthony looked the most professional. They held the ball up and did the little run thing. 
Salina was trowing the balls it made the earth shake. Karson had huge force and the balls made the big smacking sound as the hit the pins. The first song they played was I like big butts which was appropriate for bowling because everyone sees every ones bums. It is kind of a weird sport. I remember my dad being very sad at my total lack of any hope for any skill at bowling. Anth however is really good. What happened 
to my genes? My mom used to be on a league with my dad. They had matching outfits, their own balls, and high scores. I also do not like all the germs. Think of the stinky yucky feet and all the hands in the holes. Do those balls ever get cleaned? I doubt it. For dinner they made Anth and Kelsie pizza in the number of years they were turning. 30 and 7. Anth ate is 3 first leaving a big 0. That was funny. I can't believe he is 30 and Kelsie 7- where does the time go?
It seems like I have been given the opportunity to speak or teach once or twice a week for the last few months. Either for YW or in Sacrament or substitute teaching. I really love it. One of the reasons I think it is a wonderful opportunity is that while preparing the teacher learns so much. For instance, while filling in at church to teach Sunday School to the 3 and 4 year olds I was amazed at the capacity they have to feel and understand Gods love for them. Part of the lesson they each came up and looked in a mirror and I said "this is Anna, Heavenly Father and Jesus love Anna". They would get these huge grins and feel so happy. Most of them looked up at me after and said 
"I know". They have a faith and trust in Jesus as their friend. They have short attention spans, yet the lesson materials were I thought deep in nature. It taught them about their spirits, how they used to live with God and know they are on the earth in families to learn and grow and love and when they die it is only their body that dies. Their spirits will live on and they will still be who they are but they have the opportunity to be in the presence of God their father again. And then after a time they will be reunited with their bodies and live forever, because of Jesus atonement and Resurrection. This is big stuff. Most of the poeple in the world wonder why they are here and where they are going. These little ones know this stuff, believe this. They are close to the spirit and have not been tainted by the world or hardships. One of the cute little boys said " I know this because my baby sister is with Jesus again but we will all be together one day, with Jesus our brother." He is 4 years old. It made me think of my nephew Andrew. When he was little he went to this preschool at a church and it was called Little Miracles. It was darling how he would tell me about God and he would say the cutest sweetest prayers. His little brother would listen to him and nod in approval. If we could all have the faith of a child. Salina helped me teach. She is amazing with kids and she has a sweet testimony of God and his love. I'm so lucky to have her in my life. Plus Scott's family are such good people and I have their examples. It is fun to learn especially by teaching.
My mom has been friends with George and Linda and Howdy- Do- DI and Annette and (Gordan and Susan -Tom (and the late Jill) who didn't come last night) for 50 years. Linda and my mom went to high school together. They were all friends during my moms first marriage and then it continued on for her second. One of the things I love about getting together with them is Glen or Howdy-do-di. My mom gave him a wedding present of T.V. tray back in the 60's. He still thanks her for them every time we see 
them. Now he teases Anthony about the lava lamp they gave him for his wedding present. "Let you Lava Lamp Shine before 
men that may may see your good works". All of them are Aunt's and Uncle's to us. All of them have been there for all the major events in my life. They were always so much fun with my dad. They really make us laugh out loud. My dad and the guys formed a singing group where they sang into drinking glasses and the "The Glass Holes" was born. We met at the Italian Village which has been around for longer than I've been on this earth. http://italianvillageslc.com/ It has been a family favorite for decades. It is not my favorite but my mom and Scott adore the veal, my dad would crave the salad dressing and have us buy and drive it to St. George by the gallons. I usually get either 
the tortellini or chicken Parmesan. Anthony loves the pizza and manicotti. It was wonderful to talk about my dad and all the funny situations they have all been in over the years. We were so loud and laughing so much I think the rest of the patrons cheered when we left the restaurant. Linda has truly been a life saver for our family time and time again. Salina and I were laughing so hard I think garlic bread came out my nose. Scott laughed so hard he was crying. It is great to laugh loud and long. I think my dad must have made a brief appearance, he really did do that when he died to Glen. It made my dad feel so close being with his friends and laughing about life. Friends make life worth living, I love my parents friends.
This year for the photo for our cards I used photoshop and made this one. It is a reflection of 2006. It starts with Jan. and then goes throughout the year. It includes... St. Louis, Mom's 60th, Hunting, time with Kinikinis, our moms, Anth and Salina, Arbonne, Mungo, Marlene's new camera, my hobby of photoshop, Aunt Sue and Mungo times 2. Can't wait to make 2007's!
I can't think of a more perfect quote to explain how much we love our best friends the Kinikini's. Scott and Karson have so much fun together. They are so cute. Like little boys. They get so excited to see each other and love to try and out do each other in weird areas 
As much as I enjoy winter there are aspects that I don't relish. We went to dinner with friends on Sat. and then to play games. On our way out the door, Salina was in front of me and the first to hit the cement stairway. It was cold and slick. She slipped and it really scared me. It reminded me of how I always as a child played it safe. My friends would run and skid on the ice. I would walk very cautiously very slowly praying the entire time. I'm not too sure I ever had the carefree spirit. I love watching the snow and beauty from inside but if anything had happened to Salina... I won't go there. We took her to the emergency room. We saw a woman who was not even remembering who she was. It is strange how in an instant everything can change. We had a really fun time before the fall. We went with Marlene, Karson, Anthony, Salina, Jody, Adam, Jen and Stoney. It was fun to laugh and play the 80's game. Adam knew every sport question, Anthony knew every T.V. question and the rest of us laughed often. I can't believe how big everyones kids are getting. They are all so tall and grown up. We saw the Kinikini's kids the next night and OH i LOVE them. They makes me so happy that they are so excited to see me. 
Salina had her nose in a book for about 3 days. It was driving my brother nuts. He and Scott get a little jealous when we become engrossed in a good book. We are both avid readers. Anth and Scott are doers. They don't want to sit and read they want to go and do. I don't see why they can't go do together and Salina and I can just read. Not all the time but you know once a month for 2 days. Well the book is called twilight. I just found out it is for young readers. That is after I started the book and read the entire thing in one night. It was one of our book club books. The author went to BYU is a mom of three and lives in AZ. The book was awarded the best book of the decade by amazon. They are writing all kinds of articles about her in AZ and the US. Paramount has bought the rites for the movie deal. Salina has emerged after another 2 days with the 2nd book and is not to thrilled to wait for the third. I had her tell me all about it because I didn't think I could handle the read if it was sad or scary. The first one was... I'm not sure of the word. Salina says intense, it was definatly that. It had some sort of strange quality that really drew me in and I wanted to know what was going to happen to the people who seemed so real. Now I am only 3 books behind for book club and my cute hubby is wishing Salina didn't suggest it and that his cute mom didn't give me Sudoku. There are many things fighting for our attention in life and I have to admit books are a real weakness for me. I can't wait to see the movie. check out her site to see who she would like to star in it. I guess another thing that made it so enjoyable was my sweet cat. He sat up the entire night with me kissing my hands purring in my lap. I love that boy! http://www.stepheniemeyer.com/
Sudoku (数独, sūdoku) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sudoku is a logic-based placement puzzle. The objective is to fill the 9x9 grid so that each column, each row, and each of the nine 3x3 boxes contains the digits 1 to 9. The puzzle setter provides a partially completed grid so that there is only one solution.
