Hey Everyone!

I just returned from a week on beautiful Bear Lake. If you’ve never been, you must go. It borders on Idaho and Utah and the blue, crystal clear color of the lake is truly unforgettable.

One of our friends had a cute little ceremony the first night we got there where he “crowned” each of the captains of the speed boats.

The lake can be a little chilly. I laughed so hard when I saw these cute five girls crammed into a bathtub all trying to get warm!

All in all, a great trip. I’m sad summer is coming to an end. Only three more weeks to play with my family!

Hope you’re enjoying the warm weather.

Lisa

recipe from Clarine Downs

1 lemon cake mix
1 pkg. instant lemon pudding
4 eggs
3/4 cup oil
3/4 cup water

Mix together and bake for 45 minutes at 350 degrees. (Carolyn used a 9 x 13 pan.)

Icing:
1/3 cup orange juice (undiluted)
2 c. powdered sugar
2 T. vegetable oil



After serving faithfully for our country for two years, our neighbor, Kaleb Harris, recently returned from Afghanistan. And what a welcome he received! This large sign was hung on the front of his house:

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Here is a fun idea for a quick cake. While we were at girls camp, my pal, Lisa Hunter, had a birthday. Ho Hos and Ding Dongs made for the perfect cake! No baking, no mess and a huge hit with the girls.

Ding Dong and Ho Hos make for a quick, fun cake!

Last Saturday night, our family hosted a movie night under the stars. My husband purchased a big blow up screen where we showed “Bedtime Stories.” Over 100 people came which made for a memorable event. The evening was magical. It brought me back to going to drive-in movies as a kid.

Brecken set up shop with her snack shack. She served popcorn, drinks, churros and candy bars. She’s my little entrepreneur and she was excited about the money she made.

A few years ago, my hubby made his own screen with PVC pipe and white heavy fabric. It worked well too.

You must try this idea at home! Truly a fun evening for the entire family.

Hope your summer is going great!

Lisa

I hope yours was great! Mine went on  for four days! It started with an extended family reunion in Park  City, Utah on Friday and ended with a big BBQ at my house last night.  On Saturday, we went boating. While the water was a little cold,  family members had a great time in the lake. The tube riding was especially popular. (more…)

9 cups water

3 cups oats

3 cups half and half

2 tsp. vanilla

pinch of salt

1 cup brown sugar

Just before going to bed, combine the waterand the oats in a slow cooker. Set to low, cover, and let cook overnight. In the morning, stir in the half and half, vanilla, and salt. Scoop into bowls. Sprinkle with brown sugar.

Enjoy!!