Monday, March 30, 2009


BARBIE IN THE MOVIES


The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Barbie as Galadriel and Ken as Legolas.

I'm sure one of Barbie's favorite rolls was playing the part of Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady.  Barbie wearing her famous flower girl costume.  Then we have Barbie playing the part as Scarlett O'Hara in Gone With the Wind.  Rhett Butler has convinced the newly widowed Scarlett O'Hara to marry a "man" this time, promising her a big diamond and lavish honeymoon in New Orleans.  Then, one of the most treasured stories of young love, Romeo and Juliet.  "But soft!  What light through yonder window breaks?  It is the East, and Juliet is the Sun!" (William Shakespeare, Romeo & Juliet, act II, scene II.)  The two young lovers from opposing families meet, fall in love, and die needlessly.  A tragic tale of love and romance that will live forever.

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Monday, March 9, 2009

Today is Barbie's official Birthday.  She was introduced at the New York International Toy Fair March 9, 1959 - 50 years ago today.  This is the 2009 reproduction of the first Barbie doll.  HAPPY BIRTHDAY BARBIE! (don't ya just love the swim suit?)
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Thursday, March 5, 2009

Richard and KaraLyn's Concert

Richard and KaraLyn after the concert.  Richard looked much more relaxed.  Thank you both for blessing us with your musical talents.
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Grandma dixie with Thomas, Marianne and William.  Ready for the concert to start.  A candid shot of Lance and Becky.  :)  We were early.
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Last night we had the pleasure of attending Richard and KaraLyn's winter concert, where Richard was the featured soloist, performing the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto.  (It really was 1/2 hour long!)  It was magnificent!!!  He played it so beautifully.  Thanks to all the family who attended.  Ken's parents, Lance & Becky, Magan, Richards parents and a lot of his family were there, and even Trev came to enjoy the classical music.  Thomas, Marianne and William also came, and were so proud of their dad.  Sarah told me just before the concert that her dad was famous because his picture was in the paper.  Way-to-go Richard, we're all proud of you.  After Richard performed, the orchestra played Symphony No. 9 "From the New World" By Dvorak.  It was also beautiful, a familiar piece to most of us.  Well done Richard, YOU DID IT!!!
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     As I look back on the past year, I am extremely  grateful for our blessings.   Dispite the confusion and state of our country, I have thought about all the little miracles that are happening all around us, and with extended family. I continue to believe in a Heavenly Father who loves us, and hears and answers prayers.  
    I want to thank my family for all the joy they bring into our home.  For my grandchildren who are my angels that brighten my day when I think I'm falling off my rocker!     This family picture makes me laugh.  How often do we laugh out loud or just make a fool of ourselves?  Not often enough!  I have an incredible husband, that when life does a U-turn on him, he still plugs along with a positive attitude and with greater determination to press forward.   
     I love the Temple, and the peace and comfort we receive, and the blessings that have come to us for just striving to do the right stuff.  And referring  to the picture again,  apparently Ryan took a potty break, or just trying to get the attention he obviously needs.   :)
     Thanks to all who have made me laugh, and have helped strengthened some of my weaknesses this past year.  Hoping the new year will bring you comfort and JOY!