December is proving to be busy as always.....

We wouldn't want it anyother way.

November, & December FULL FULL FULL

November, & December FULL FULL FULL

Had a great adventure, this year out at the Glamis Dunes. Was enjoyed by all, then we went to Colorado, for Kaitlyn's Gymnastic State Championship, SHE WAS AWESOME!!! Back home to prepare for a few Parties, The State High Council, The Singles Ward, and our Home Ward High Priest Christmas Dinners, all of which we decorated, and cooked, for over, approx. 200 people. Then our usual Linger Longer on Sunday. We wondered what day it was by the end of the week and what the heck just happened. On to trying to finish the decorating around the house, cleaning the garage, my bedroom, decorate for the association street, ect.......

By the way: A BIG THANKS goes out to Kevin, Brandi and their Children for all their help with EVERYTHING WE ASK.

They must have been raised by some pretty darn good parents.......

High Priest Dinner Christmas Party at our home

Our Count this year was 72, just a few in here, eating, ejoying Christmas, and having a while elephant gift exchange. What a way to get decorated in a hurry.

Singles Christmas Party was a great Success

Does Anyone think this Garage needs help?

Thanks to Brandi we are finally getting things done.

Ken, having a great time, riding in the Sand.

This is the Life.

Valerie enjoying Glamis, riding, keeping her flag at the right level.

KAITLYN the Gymnastics Girl

Grandma, and Grandpa with Kaitlyn at State Level 5 2008 Gymnastics Championship

Grandma, Bailey, Grandpa, Matthew, and Kaitlyn the Champ.

NEWEST ADDITION AT THE ROMBERG HOME

HAVE WAITED A LONG TIME FOR THIS ONE.

FINALLY: A washroom floor complete and a long time coming patio, newest addition to the house.
It's about time. Now the next big project.........THE GARAGE!!! Not sure I really want to even think about that one.

OCTOBER IS FINISHED & ON WE GO!!

This is how we decorate for Halloween, using the real thing is as impressive as it gets. This guys web was awesome, just wish the sun was in the right direction to see it. The glow on it was so cool. And spiders are hairy, and have 8 legs, don't let anyone tell you otherwise.

I know I am strange for bloging spiders, but lets face it. I am just strange.

BIG BIG Job

This is a totally fake smile in case you can't tell, I am just having a blast. NOT!!!
I am sure we can tackle this one Ken, no problem, we have done so many projects together it, is almost not even thought of to call someone to get something done around here. This washroom seemed simple enough, and tile, sure we've done several tile jobs together. That is the key word here. TOGETHER! Ummm, what happened?

Ken you don't look so good, are you ok? Maybe you better go take a break? It's only the beginning. He must have seen it was going to take a lot longer than we thought.

Is it my imagination or did this room grow?

This is way to long to be down on your knees, We still have to grout, and we have family coming.

Would I do it again?

We will grout later, we have to put the washer and dryer back in for a few days. Family coming home to visit. So project is taking longer than we expected.
Ken and I worked hard on the wash room tile. We had a few things get in the way of finishing the project when we had hoped but..... we won't go there. Anyway it is done. Looks, great, and Yes, I would do it again, but not right away.

Time well spent

We went to Glamis for Halloween Week-end, just needed a break for a couple days. Had a great time, and hardly sat at all. The bikes were going all the time, it was a blast as usual. No incidences, no bike break downs. All was good. Came home to help with the last little bits of Prop. 8. so happy to say, the hard word payed off. YES on 8! We won the battle this time, but everyone keep on your toes, the war has only begun. Thanks to all for there prayers, and votes.

Vote Yes, on 8 protect traditional marriage.

OCTOBER IS HERE

No we didn't move, we just left town

Enjoyed a get away, in Palm Springs

This is the JW Marriott Resort & Spa in Palm Desert
where we just nothing but relax. Sometimes that's all
it takes. Enjoyed shopping, spa, pool, places to eat (where Ken didn't do the cooking) and just hanging out. It was one last fling before the harvest events begin. Beautiful weather, and just an all around nice place.

Here is the New Dodge

How much can we it into one weekend.

Our lives are so very busy, as most are these days. I think this weekend we did it all. Enjoyed, every bit.
Beginnings are always fun, but do take alot of energy.

Enjoyed, football this weekend, you'll hear about from the Ortt,Romberg and Hansen Families. Heard about the great performance Kaitlyn had this last week-end. Did alot of shoping and ALOT of cooking for the R.S. Broadcast dinner in our Stake, that Ken of course was a part of. Clayton & Kristie are getting settled. Enjoyed, our home ward Primary Program to hear the children sing. They did a wonderful job. Ken and I have been leaning toward a new vehicle to haul that big trailer that holds all the sand toys, the Suburban, just wasn't doing it anymore. So we finally found one that will pull it and the boat without problems. Of course the color, "White". Still working on that garage stuff. Soon to be out! Goal,end of the year. Countdown is on. Sending a photo of tired Ken, and the new Truck, background is that huge trailer it will haul.

Banana Cake

Melt 1 cup butter, add 1 cup hot water and 3 very ripe banana's.
Mix in 2 cups flour
2 cups sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
2 eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla
Mix all together with a wire wisk, until creamy.
Pour out onto a un-greased cookie sheet with sides of course.
Bake @ 350 degrees for 22-25 min. take out and let cool.


Frosting:

1 8 oz.pkg. cream cheese softened
2 Tablespoons butter
2 cups powdered sugar
Mix all above with stand or hand mixer until creamed together.
I like to make my frosting while the cake is baking then put it in fridge. It is easier to frost the cake after. Your choice. Waa Laa !!!! serve and enjoy!!!

September WHAT?

I have really been a slacker. guess, blogging really isn't my thing. Anyway, I was just mentioning to one of my children, I really don't need to blog because they are all doing it for me. Let see, I could tell you, Ken and I are busy with the Singles Ward everyday of the week it seems. But that would be a little boring. I could tell you, I am still serving in the Stake as well, as our Singles Ward Calling, that I really call a mission. I could say, we have traveled, to Utah to witness the marriage of daughter #1 and have become, grandparents to yet 4 more, and great-grandparents to one. I could tell you I went to Colorado to see Kaitlyn get baptized, and enjoyed the time there with #2 daughter. I could tell you Kevin #1 son and his wife had a wonderful Anniversary time together, and I was able to help out with their 4 children. I could tell you Ken and I went to Utah again to help #4 son and his wife settle into their new Condo they just purchased, and are so very excited about. BUT.... all of these things you hear from each of them so..... I will just add, it's good to be involved in all of their activities.

2008 VACATION IN THE NEW CENTURION

2008 YEAR OF THE NEW BOAT

The water at Clear Lake the Last Day

Even though the sun couldn't get through the smoke, we still carried on having a great vacation. The boat ran well, and we all enjoyed riding and getting pulled behind it. It is a beautiful boat gliding in the water, and the ride is smooth and very comfortable. May more trips will be enjoyed. All had a great time, and are ready to do it again.

Need someone to drive the boat.

Ken did try the last day to wakeboard, and finally got the hang of it. I of course didn't have the camera on board . Which is a shock in itself. However , I did have an eye witness, Bryan was with us and saw his grandpa wake board at yes, age: 51 never to old to teach an old dog new tricks.

Since 8 years old.

I think my best guess would be to stay with what I know. I can still ski long distance, and it is a completely different sport than wakeboarding. Some of us do this some do the other, some don't do either one. It's all good.

Valerie finally feels a little more comfortable

After a few major face plants, and a few turns the wrong way, I think I have the basic wakeboarding stand. Just that stand. I can't do much as you probably could guess. But....I will leave that for the experts. Also, of course I am goofy foot, also, which is probably a joke in itself.