The "Normal" Newson

Softball “Soccer Mom” Syndrome

Although I am not a parent I do think I have the “Soccer Mom” syndrome deeply ingrained when I watch a sport of anyone I know. This came bubbling to the surface on Tuesday when watching Aimee, our 11 year old neices’ Softball game. First of all, this was the first softball game of the season and she did great (as 3rd base). However as a “Softball Mom” I had some issues with the game; such as the teenaged umpire who was far more concerned with her low-crack showing pants and hair style then the game. She never swept the home plate, causing one poor girl to run to home and miss the plate…by a couple feet and have to search for it (don’t worry she was still safe). They also called the game at the top of an inning “because they don’t have a chance to catch up”- well just let the poor girls play the full game anyway (they did end up playing, because of ‘parent’ complaint)!

It was so fun to watch the game but I have to admit I will have to think LONG and HARD before signing my kids up for sports- because I am very vocal and opinionated. Maybe they can do fly fishing…that’s not really a “Soccer Mom” sport.

Lazy and Lovin' It in Layton

It was so much fun to go to Jer and Heidi’s house and spend time with the family.

We got to play softball in the backyard with the kids!

Make lots of delicious food. Aimee and I made some homemade Apple Pies...yum!

We played card games at night and had lots of fun!

We can't wait to see you guys again!! Thanks for everything!

Sealed for Time and All Eternity

While we were in Utah we had the opportunity to go to the Provo Temple and participate in the live sealing of Ron to his brothers. It as an amazing opportunity to see this family get sealed for time and all eternity in the House of the Lord. It was such a wonderfully spiritual experience and one that I will never forget. I am so grateful that I was there and was able to be a part of that amazing experience.

Burgers and Donuts…

As we were driving down the street in Orem, UT Ron and Ben both simultaneously almost had heart attacks as they saw the red and yellow sign of… IN-N-OUT BURGER. This is one of their favorites and is usually only found in CA and recently in NV. Well, with such a rare treasure you know we had to stop. It was, as always… impeccable!

























Another rare and coveted UT treat is KRISPY KREMES. This is not as rare as the burger above but they are so numerous in UT and the red light is on so often that it is a glutinous treat we partake in only in that region. So needless to say… our jeans are fitting a little more snug after this trip!

Visiting the Horse House

Ben’s cousin, Russell, lives on a farm with horses, dogs and a pigmi goat (named George). One of the horses just gave birth to a baby fillie so we went to see them all. The baby was so cute and much bigger (taller) then we expected. I love horses and being around them. We jumped right in with them, brushed them and fed them. It was wonderful being outside in the country with the animals.

What a ride!

While in Utah, we had the chance to ‘play’ on Uncle Terry’s portable scooter. We thought it was very cool and really fun to ride around the front yard (at 5 mph). We also saw Ben’s Cousin Daniel and his cherry red Chevelle that he has been restoring. Comparing the two, I think I would take the…?

Original Newson Clan

Ben and I had the opportunity to go with his parents to see his Dad’s siblings. Ben hadn’t seen his aunts and uncles all together for over 15 years, so it was a really exciting chance to see everyone together. Ron is the oldest of four; his siblings Larry, Glenn and Linda were all able to get together to talk, reminisce and tease.