Sally Girl, Our Dog

We have another addition to our family, Sally. Earl told me about this guy at work that had a new batch of puppies, lab and pointer mix. The guy picked out the cutest and drowned the rest. I thought that was disgusting and Earl thought that was the all clear to "rescue" the remaining puppy. So he brought her home without discussing it for just a "trial". I kept saying no No NO!! But he said he'd take her back. Well of course the kids loved her and of course she was cute. But she was really good and didn't poop inside or bark, so now we have a dog. But the craziest thing is that it isn't a big deal. She's not alot of work and she is a really great dog. She is now part of our family, the kids even pray for her. I even love her. Weird.

Happy Birthday Porter!!

Porter James Bates is ONE!!!

Porter didn't understand it was his birthday, but his brothers and sister were very excited for the big day. My mom and dad drove up from Spanish fork with cousin's Jackson & Tyler. Earl's mom & dad,Gary & Becky, came over and so did Emily & Pete.

Porter was a little intimidated by the attention, but loved his presents. His favorite's were the balloons and wrapping paper.

I was just going to make him a smiley face cake, but Earl thought that was too boring, so a bath tub cake for the boy who loves baths.

I made it with blue Jello Jigglers. I was surprised at how long it took to make, but also how excited he got for it.

He loved the cake & made a mess of himself.

He looks drunk with cake.
It was a fun day. I can't believe its already been a year.

Man I love this kid!!