Primary

I experienced my first day as 2nd Councilor in the primary yesterday. It was a weird feeling to be consulted about things, I usually just do what ever people need me to do, not make the choice. But I enjoy primary. Plus it was an easy day since it was Father's Day and there were not very many children.

Patagonia Hummingbirds

These pictures were taken at Mrs. Patons house in Patagonia, Az. You just walk into the backyard and there are all kinds of birds there. Ben heard that a violet crowned hummingbird frequents there and it is a rare bird for Arizona. Sure enough we saw him.

Violet crowned Hummingbird

Broadbilled Hummingbird

Black chinned Hummingbrid

Costas Hummingbird

Anniversary Outing - Patagonia, AZ

In celebration of our 4th Anniversary on April 30th, Ben and I went on a day trip to Patagonia, AZ. Our recent hobby is finding birds and the State Park had a bunch to see. We saw about 35 new species of birds in just 2 hours. Check out Ben's blog for our other outdoor adventures.

Flycatcher

Vermillion Flycatcher


Western Tanager

Roadrunner

Patagonia Lake

Catalina State Park

Ben and I went hiking early one morning and saw a lot of different birds. The Park was beautiful and the trail we hiked was perfect for birds. We plan to go back and hike some of the other trails.

Here's what I have been up to

I made this baby blanket for a friend. I can't name names because the shower is yet to come!

I saw this cute bag in a magazine and I started this awhile ago. I have gotten discouraged a couple of times becuase it was all very new to me and some things were a little difficult. But I am love with the giant ric-rack. I am giving this bag to my sister and I am making a red one for myself.

This is a table runner I made for my mom's birthday. I designed it myself and bought this lovely fabric with silver shimmery designs at a quilt shop in Washington with my mother in-law.

These are the next two squares I finished for the "Joseph Smith the Prophet Quilt" Brightness and Glory and True Lover's knot. The star was the most difficult by far. Just time consuming and a little frustrating getting everything to line up. The True Lover's Knot was a quick sew.

Improving my talents

I have been thinking a lot about my talents and how I should improve upon them. So when I am not blogging or working or doing church things, this is what I do....

This is my "Log Cabin" quilt square. It will be part of a Joseph Smith tribute quilt. There are several quilt blocks with different names that make up a story about the prophet. "Brightness and Glory, True Lovers Knot, Broken Dishes, Tree of Life", etc. I will post each of my squares until the quilt is done and show you the quilt at the end.

This is also another recent hobby. I learned to crochet while on my mission and I have made several baby quilts and large afghans. But I wanted to do more. So I found this adorable bunny pattern and adjusted it to my taste and I call him "Harvey". I now sell him to anyone who is interested for $15.

(He's about 14 inches tall, machine washable

and any color you desire)

Ben Can Cook

Hearty Apple Pecan Pancakes

Dress up your favorite pancake mix with a dash of vanilla, a pinch of cinnamon and chopped pecans. Then top with applesauce, a sprinkle of brown sugar and some whipped cream.

*These pecans actually came from Sister Bell at church whose Father in-law has a large pecan orchard in St. David. So we shelled a few. And let me tell you it is much harder to open pecans than you might think.

Rattle Snake Eggs

(aka: jalapeno poppers)

NOT SPICY! if you take out all the seeds and the white fiber stuff in the middle they will not be hot. Fill insides with mozzarella, wrap bacon around pepper, secure with toothpick and deep fry until bacon cooked. Very Delicious.