Snow bibs

Hello all- I am looking for a pair of snow bibs to borrow or buy for cheap. I wear size 10 pants. Send me an email or call m.

thanks! mandi miller

trendipardy@yahoo.com...480-832-2747

Need a fridge?

We have a Fridge for sale. Its a Frigidaire, Side by Side, White, 2003, 26 c.u.ft, ice and water dispenser on outside. We just moved into our home that had a fridge with it and don't need this one anymore. We are asking $380 obo. Call 480-374-4285 or email: michelle27@gmail.com Thanks!

House for RENT

Hello we are looking to rent our house. If you have any questions please call
480-458-5844

Rent-$1175
Deposit-$700
Bedroom-3
Bathroom-2 1/2
Loft
POOL
Extended Garage

Thank You, Tiffany A.

Boutique THIS Friday/Saturday

Come get some Christmas shopping done early. Hope you can make it!
3486 W. Belle Ave. 85242
Click for directions:
http://www.mapquest.com/maps?city=Queen+Creek&state=AZ&address=3486+W.+Belle+Ave

Sign up your Divas in a dance class!

Dancing Divas I: This class will introduce ballet and jazz as well as basic movement and rhythm at the Preschool age level.

Dancing Divas II: In this class dancers will learn ballet, jazz, and lyrical dance on a K-1st grade age level

Classes will be held on Tuesdays
Dancing Divas I: 10:00-10:45Dancing Divas II: 4:00-4:45

Miss Michelle teaches out of her home located in Laredo Ranch

As classes are filling up quickly, please contact Miss Michellefor your dancer’s reservation at (480) 374-4285 or email: michelle27@gmail.com

Cost is $30 per month

Turkey Waddle

Come One Come All to the Turkey Waddle
Thanksgiving morning 8:30am
Harmon Elementary
Registration @ 7:30am or online at
www.Turkeywaddle.com
Last year was a great success helping the Wendt Family
This year the Principal at Ranch Elementary - Eric Samuels
needs our help!
All proceeds will help Mr. Samuels with
his medical needs.

Come work off your Thanksgiving dinner before you eat it
and help a family in need!

preschool

Advanced Kindergarten Prep Preschool
For children ages 4-5 that will be starting Kindergarten in 2009.
Beginning January 6th, 2009 - July of 2009
Tuesday and Thursday from 12:30 - 3:00 p.m.
$60.00 per month
No enrollment or materials fee!
Space is limited to just FOUR students
Please contact Lisa McNeil @ 480-209-7650 for more information!
mcneilfamilyof6@msn.com

Tables

I am looking for tables I can borrow for the yard sale. If you have one (big or small) that I can borrow, please give me a call ASAP.
Thanks!
Maren 480-710-7306

DONATIONS NEEDED

In case you didnt get a chance to donate anything to Kisses For Callie yard sale, I am organizing a benefit yard sale for the family of Officer Shane Figueroa, who was killed last month. Being the wife of a police officer myself, she is living my GREATEST FEAR! My dream is to have my garage FULL of donations. Help me make my DREAM a REALITY!! Clean out your closets, drawers and toy rooms to make more room for Christmas stuff. Then, give me a call and I would love to drop by your house to pick anything up. Please call by Dec. 11. Monetary donations also accepted. Thank you so much!

Maren Urkov

480-710-7306

yard sale

Hello everyone!

Just wanted to let you all know that the final plans for the Kisses For Callie YARD SALE have been posted to the blog. Please put the info on your own blogs, or forward this email on to anyone and everyone that you know. We want to get MANY shoppers to the sale and raise as much as possible for the little sweetie pie as we can! Thank you for all of your donations and support! If anyone is, or knows anyone who still wants to donate items, please let me know. We are still graciously accepting them! Thanks again!

Love,Lisa

www.kissesforcallie.blogspot.com

Candles Fundraiser

Candles Anyone?! An awesome friend of ours Josie Penrod is doing a Gold Canyon Candle Fundraiser to help the Merkley family out with medical bills. I have set up a blog for Lorin with his story and all the information for the fundraiser if interested go over and visit.
http://www.lorinmerkley.blogspot.com/

Pampered Chef Party

Hello! I wanted to invite you to a fun little get together I am having on November 12th. Valerie Blake (for those of you who aren't sure who she is she used to be in our ward) has asked me to have a Pampered Chef party because she just started selling it and wants to use me to get comfortable doing it. I promise there will be no pushy sales stuff (other than the demo which you get a super yummy dessert out of). I mostly want to do it to have a fun get together with friends and friends of friends.

I hope that you will come and it would be even better if you brought someone with you! I know these parties are hard to go to because you feel obligated to buy something but PLEASE DON'T if you know me you know I really could care less I truly thought this would be a fun way to get back involved with everyone again since I have been working so much.

If you have a chance RSVP if not my door will be open and if you can't make it but have heard a friend asking if you knew where to get Pampered Chef stuff you'll actually have an answer for them (at least until the 12th.....) I really hope to see you there!

WHAT: Pampered Chef party

When: Nov 12th

Time: 7pm

Place: Jenns house

38099 N Dena Dr.

Queen Creek, AZ 85240

(We are in Pecan Creek South now in the culdesac on Dena Dr. right off Kelsi on Pecan Creek Blvd - much easier than Christopher St right?!)

Boutique Time

Come get to know your neighbors and enjoy a great ladies boutique. Some of the vendors include, Pampered Chef, Gold Canyon, Mary Kay, Cookie Lee, & Scent Air Home. We also have gourmet foods & gift baskets, and adorable handmade princess gear.
There will be food and drinks and best of all great GIVEAWAYS and RAFFLES!!
Stop by between 1:30 and 5pm.

230 W Love Rd Queen Creek, AZ 85243
located in Circle Cross Ranch near Schnepf Farms
For more information please call (480)980-7636 or (480)544-6957

Queen Creek Library

Saturday, Nov. 8 will mark an historic day for Queen Creek with the grand opening of the new Queen Creek Library. Residents are invited to join the celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the library site. A free Park & Ride will be available from Queen Creek Marketplace (southwest corner of Rittenhouse and Ellsworth Loop roads).
The new library, located at the northwest corner of Ellsworth and Ocotillo roads, is designed to provide a gathering place for people of all ages. It includes the Mary Lou Fulton Children's Center, a Teen Oasis, general reading areas, public computers, study rooms, conference rooms and Town recreation programming space. The library is a partnership between the Town of Queen Creek and the Maricopa County Library District.

Get on the Road to Safety

The Queen Creek Fire Department, in conjunction with the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, presents the "Get on the Road to Safety" celebration at Queen Creek Marketplace. The event will focus on educating the public on vehicle safety while offering fun family activities for the community. The event will run from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the parking lot of the center and will feature displays and demonstrations from several Queen Creek public safety departments.

Using the Jaws of Life, the Queen Creek Fire Department will demonstrate the process of cutting passengers out of a vehicle damaged from a high-speed crash and treating them for life threatening injuries.

The Fire Department will demonstrate the process of extinguishing a car fire, live!

Community residents are invited to bring their collectible and historic cars to display at the no-host car show at the event. There will be no entry fee to display a car, and the first 200 cars on display will receive event goodie bags filled with great gifts. The car show will run from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. with a manager’s choice award presented by the Marketplace Manager at 1 p.m.
Enjoy displays of antique fire trucks, antique police cars, an Air‑Evac helicopter, road equipment and Maricopa County Sheriff's Office vehicles. Learn how to properly install a car seat and the correct way to use a fire extinguisher through a state-of-the-art computerized demonstration. Enjoy food samples from the restaurants at Queen Creek Marketplace and browse displays from center retailers and other community businesses while visiting the event.

New jewelry blog

Adrian Post recently started selling her cute jewelry. check out her new blog! http://thejewelrypost.blogspot.com/ It is also on the sidebar to the right.

Kisses for Callie

Hello family and friends! As many of you know, Jarrett's cousin's 20 month old daughter Callie was backed over by a car driven by a family friend a couple of weeks ago. She is still in the hospital with a long road ahead. As an upcoming Evening in Excellence Value project, Brittany has chosen to organize and run a benefit yard sale with the proceeds going to Callie. I am asking that you please spread the word via emails, word of mouth and this website http://kissesforcallie.blogspot.com/ If you have a blog, please put it on there. My Spaces are great, flyers, or just word of mouth! Please take the opportunity to do some 'fall cleaning' as well. Clean out your closets and donate your items to a great cause! There is also a link on the blog if you would like to make a monetary donation. We are also graciously accepting new items, or donations of services that we are hoping to auction off on the website, or they will be offered at the yard sale at a special table to bring in a higher level of donation. Thanks again for your love, support and prayers!-Lisa McNeil

I have a few items if any one is interested.
*A 4 ft. x 3 ft. sandbox with lid. It looks like it is brown stone; but is plastic. No sand.
*A double stroller, navy blue, sits one in front of the other; not side by side.
*About 5 decent packing boxes. One of the boxes is for dishes with the individual boxes for the dishes itself.
*A thick jacket for about an 8 – 10 yr old. It is an Arizona Cardinals Jacket.

If any one is interested and want to see any of it, give me a call.
Sherry Rogers
654-1326

Babysitter needed

Babysitter needed for a friend of an adorable three month old baby boy. Needed starting mid October from approx 10 a.m. until approx. 2 p.m. Monday - Friday. Queen Creek, Gilbert, Apache Junction or East Mesa area. Please contact Lisa McNeil mcneilfamilyof6@msn.com

Thank you!

Halloween costume

I am looking for a lightning mcqueen (Cars) costume for my son--size 3t. My number is

480-987-8926.

Thanks,

Brittney Hess

daizybritt@hotmail.com

Piano and Violin Lessons

I have started teaching piano and/or violin lessons. I am interested in getting more students! I charge $15 per 30-minute lesson and i love to teach people of all ages! Stay-at-home moms, that includes YOU! Please call me or email me for schedule availability.
Thanks,
Karen Parkes
626-7487
cooparkes@gmail.com

Suits for sale

I am selling these 2 Suit Jackets for only $15 each. They both have only been worn twice and the size is 48R. Call me if you are interested.
Thanks,
Tiffany A.
480-458-5844

Looking for decorations

I am trying to round up decorations for our enrichment on Wednesday. I am looking for fun, girly, feathery, fluffy pink, black and white stuff....pillows, pictures, boas, rugs, decor anything. If you have anything I can borrow, please email me ASAP and I can come pick it up. I promise I will get it back to you in the same condition it is picked up and either that night or the next day. Thanks in advance!

maren urkov

marenurkov@gmail.com

Also, does anyone have bean bag chairs or banana chairs we can borrow?

DOES YOUR FAMILY NEED A NEW PET?

2 Parakeets (Paulie and Rico), cage, and food for sale
great pets and easy to take care of
$25.00 takes it all
Call Susie Packer
602-361-8855

Boxes

Hello, I am looking for Boxes. If anyone has any I could use please let me know.
Thanks,

Tiffany Amestoy
480-458-5844

Need your teeth cleaned?

My name is Tara Price and I am currently in dental hygiene school at Rio Salado Community College. In order to fill school requirements I am required to see a certain amount of children per semester. If anyone has children (between the ages of 4 and 11) that need their teeth cleaned please let me know. I currently have Tuesday August 26th and Tuesday September 2nd open. The college is located in downtown Phoenix near Chase Field and US Airways arena, but you (and your child) could carpool with me if you wanted. These are morning appointments (starting at 8 am), and the cost is $15. The visit includes x-rays, cleaning, exam, and fluoride. Next semester I will have openings for adults. Monday and Thursday appointments. The cost for adults is $25. Please call or email me if you have questions.

480-882-2850-home

480-209-4828-cell

tarasmith825@hotmail.com

Thanks,

Tara Price

Just an FYI

Scott called me tonight and told me that there was a white male in his 20's that was murdered in Cambria this morning. He was shot in the face. It happened around 3-3:30am. They are still investigating the whole case so there isnt much more info I can give you but I wanted everyone to be aware and a little more careful. Lock your doors day and night, be aware of your surroundings, know where your kids are at all times. Dont freak out on me but I just wanted to get the word out to BE CAREFUL AND AWARE!!

Lets here it for our 100th post!!!

Happy 100th Post!

Need a sitter?

I'm looking to babysit one or two kids part time. Just give me a call and we can figure out the price according to the hours watched and days a week. 480-380-2390 Thanks.
Adrian Post

Birds for sale

2 Parakeets for Sale - $50.00

1 green and 1 blue

Very easy to take care of

They have a nice big cage with stand - paid $40.00

Food at Walmart is under $2.00

Call Susie Packer @ 602-361-8855

We have a very cute hall bench and end table that we just don't have room for. If you want them, they're yours! Fred can even bring them by for you. It kills me to get rid of the hall bench, but we just can't seem to squeeze it anywhere in the new house :(

The dimensions of the hall bench are 71" tall, 41" wide, 18" deep

The dimensions of the end table are 22" square by 21" tall

~jeanette

Please be careful if you go to the AJ Pool in the next few weeks. We were there today and a little girl got seriously hurt on the water slide (the red, tube one to be specific). She hit her head somewhere inside the slide and came out unresponsive into the water. She was transported to the hospital by ambulance. It is very likely she had suffered a concussion. After speaking to an adult friend of the girl's family (they were sitting just next to us on the grass), the woman said pool staff said the same thing happened just YESTERDAY too! There appears to be a dangerous curve in the slide that, if hit at the right angle, kids have been bumping their heads. The slide was closed for the rest of today and hopefully until they can get it fixed. Please just be careful!

Cheesecake Factory

On July 30, 2008, in celebration of National Cheesecake Day and it's 30th anniversary, The Cheesecake Factory restaurants will offer every delicious slice of their more than 30 varieties of cheesecake for only $1.50 per slice! Limit one per person.

http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/080715/20080715005365.html?.v=1

SCENTSY ORDERS

Hey all. I will be placing an order NEXT FRIDAY, AUGUST 1ST. If you would like to order anything, let me know by Friday at noon. To check out the catalog, go to www.scentsy.com/exciting . Also, any of the scents can be ordered as a car candle or a room spray. I have a box full of all the scents we have to offer if you want to take a sniff.

Thanks!

Maren Urkov

Snow is coming!

"Snow in the Summer"

Saturday, August 9th
10am - 2pm

Come play in the snow at the grand opening of Queen Creek Marketplace - the coolest place to shop!

Bring the whole family and enjoy the "Snow in the Summer" grand opening event

*Cool off while playing in over 20 tons of snow!

*Win a San Diego Family Getaway courtesy of the San Diego Convention and Visitors Bureau and KMLE Country 108FM!**

*Stop by all of the new shops and restaurants at Queen Creek Marketplace and receive special grand opening discounts and giveaways

house for rent

We are looking to rent our house out. We are renting it for $1250 (covers HOA fees too) with $975 security deposit which covers pet deposit and a $200 non refundable carpet cleaning deposit.

1876 Sq Ft

3 bed 2 1/2 bath

Loft

Pool

If you have any questions please give me a call 480-458-5844.
Thanks,
Tiffany Amestoy

Greco’s Garden Preschool
Currently enrolling for 2008-2009 school year

School starts august 11th, 2008

4-5 year old class

3 days a week
Mon., wed. & Fri.
8:30-11:00 am
Prep for kinder
$100 per month

3 year old class

2 days a week

Tues. & thurs.

8:30-11:00 am

great curriculum

$80 per month

About ME:
· bachelor’s degree in elementary education
· currently getting my masters in early childhood education
· Arizona State Certified to teach Pre-K-8th grade


Call Now to save your space or for more info!
***have a friend sign up and get $20 off your first month. ***
***Sign up before august and get $5 off your first month. ***

Brittany Greco 480-888-1579 bgreco@mindspring.com

Lincoln Logs

I was hoping that I could post a request for Lincoln Logs for the primary activity day on the 26th of JULY. They can call me 480-855-1700, email me heidigunnels@yahoo.com or just let me know.

Stumped on things to do this summer?

Check out the "fun around town" list and "pools" list on the left side of the blog. Also, scroll down a few post and there is a list of Splash parks around town. Hope it is helpful!

Oversized Chair and Ottoman

Oversized Chair and Ottoman for sale. Asking $125 OBO. Hardly ever sat in and in like new condition. Contact Maren @ marenurkov@gmail.com if interested.

Splash Parks in the Valley

"Oh what do you do in the summertime...."

Gilbert

Power Ranch Club House Spray Pad: At the Clubhouse

SanTan Villages: Located at Williams Field & Greenfield

Phoenix

Pecos Park Spray Pad: 48th Street and Pecos Road in the Ahwatukee Foothills area of Phoenix. You must enter the park from 48th Street, via Chandler Boulevard.

Altadena Park Spray Pad: 3711 E. Altadena Avenue. The nearby major cross streets are 36th Street and Cactus Road.

Arcadia Park Spray Pad: 3402 N. 56th Street. The nearby major cross streets are 56th Street and Indian School Road.

Edison Park Spray Pad: 901 N. 19th Street. The nearby major cross streets are 19th Street and Roosevelt.

Harmon Park Spray Pad: 1239 S. 5th Avenue. The nearby major cross streets are 5th Avenue and Buckeye.

Mountain Vista Park Spray Pad: 13647 S. 50th Street in Ahwatukee Foothills. The nearby major cross streets are 50th Street and Ray Road.

Barrios Unidos Park Spray Pad: 1501 E. Mohave in downtown Phoenix.

Nuestro Park Spray Pad: Ninth Street and Pima, south of downtown Phoenix.

The Phoenix Zoo has a sprayground called Leapin' Lagoon, and is included with your paid admission to the Phoenix Zoo. This splash playground is located near the main lake across from the Enchanted Forest. Call for info 602-273-1341. (Note: This splash pad is not operated by the City of Phoenix.)

Tempe

The Tempe Splash Playground is located on the south bank of Tempe Town Lake at Tempe Beach Park near the entrance to the park at Rio Salado Parkway and Mill Avenue."The entrance to the playground is a metal circle of clouds that rains a light mist of water onto visitors. Thunder claps and lightning flashes. Waterfalls turn into streams and water rushes into canals. Children can enjoy running through the ocean and riding toy whales, or playing on the sandy beach. Only about two inches of water will pool in parts of the park. The water is kept flowing across the playground, where it is eventually collected, filtered, cleaned, and re-circulated in a state-of-the-art system." Call for info 480-350-8625.

The Jaycee Park splash pad is located at 817 W 5th Street (at Hardy Drive) in Tempe. Call for info 480-350-8625.

Chandler

The Chuparosa Park Spray Pad is located at 2400 S. Dobson Rd., south of Germann Rd. in Chandler. The spray pad has one ground spray, four spray rings, and one candy cane shaped shower. Call for info 480-782-2750.

Desert Breeze Park Spray Animals are located at 660 N. Desert Breeze Blvd., between Rural Rd. and McClintock Dr. and between Ray Rd. & Chandler Blvd. There are 3 Dolphins, 1 elephant, and 3 ground sprays. Call for info 480-782-2750.

The Espee Park Spray Pad is located at 450 E. Knox, between Arizona Avenue and McQueen Road. Call for info 480-782-2750.

Scottsdale

The spray pad at Vista del Camino Park is located at 7700 E. Roosevelt. This park is located in the Indian Bend Wash complex, near Hayden Road.

The spray pad at Paiute Park is located at 3210 N. 66th street, South of Osborn Road.

Scottsdale has "spray poles" on the playgrounds at McCormick Stillman Railroad Park, 7301 E. Indian Bend Road (Scottsdale Road, north of Lincoln), and at Agua Linda Park, 8732 E. McDonald (Pima Road and McDonald).

La Mirada Park has sprayers. It is located at 8950 E. Pinnacle Peak Road in north Scottsdale.

The Chesnutt Park spray pad is located at 4565 N. Granite Reef Road.

The spray pad at Pima Park can be found at 8600 E. Thomas Road.

House for rent

We are looking to rent our house out. We are renting it for $1250 (covers HOA fees too) with $975 security deposit which covers pet deposit and a $200 non refundable carpet cleaning deposit.

1876 Sq Ft
3 bed 2 1/2 bath
Loft
Pool

If you have any questions please give me a call 480-458-5844.

Thanks,

Tiffany Amestoy

magazines needed

Get rid of your old magazines and catalogs and help out the Activity Days girls! The Activity Days girls need your old magazines and catalogs for an upcoming "modesty activity". Please send anything you may have to Jeanette Hendricks- 1117 E. Christopher St.

Thank you so much!

part time sitter

Hello Ladies! I am looking for a PART TIME sitter for our little one Dylan starting September 5th. I just recently got a great job offer and once the kids go to school and my neice leaves we will need someone to watch him Tuesdays and Fridays 7:30-3pm. He's super easy to take care of and is the best napper EVER! We'd prefer someone here but know that most of you have your own little ones so your home works too if need be.

If you are interested please give me a call or email me so we can talk more.

Thanks in advance!

Jenn Stout
jsto830@cox.net
480-309-4277

Scout Shirt

Does anyone have a Scout Shirt I could buy before I have to go all the why to the Scout Store? I need a Mens Small. Nathen has grown out of his and would like for him to have a bigger one for Scout Camp. Let me know!

Thanks, Tiffany Amestoy

Anyone need a couch?

My sister is selling her couch. It is in great condition and well taken care of. No pets.
Neutral couch for sale $90 Pick up only (Signal Butte/Southern)
Email me if interested smurkov@aol.com

For Sale

1.Tea candle holder wall decor- $5
2. New Brown picture Frame, Holds 6- 4x6 photos- $5
3. Turtle Sandbox- Good Condition- $5
4. Lamp with speakers that hook up to ipod- $5- Works Great
5. New 50 pack DVD+R- $10

If anyone wants anything, they can call or just stop by.

~Kiara Vowell

Household items for sale

Contact Susie Packer if you are interested in any of these items. Or, leave me a comment and I will get it to her.

Doll House with Furniture If you would like to see more pictures give me a call and I will email them to you. $30.00 or make an offer

Table with 6 chairs chairs need to be refinished but it is a heavy duty nice table $30.00 or make an offer
Rug 8x11 French Check Red and TanPurchased for $499 Lightly used Selling for $100.00 or make an offer

Serger Sewing MachineWhite Brand3-4 Tread Overlock Machine1600 Heavy Duty with Differential Feed4 spools of black thread4 spools of white thread NEVER BEEN USED! $125.00 or make an offer

Free Boot Camp

SUMMER KICK OFF BOOT CAMP
Free summer boot camp for Adults presented by ONEWAYSPORTS!
Date: June 21st
Time: 7:00am & 7:30am
Place: Park by the big Taylor Woodrow Houses (between Parisi & Dusty Drive)
Cost: Free
Instructed by: Wayland Williams
10 people a class please contact Wayland at 480-204-6379 to reserve your spot or if you have any questions.

Ride needed!

The kids and I are coming home from PA on June 23rd and we'll be needing picked up from the airport because Fred is still at training camp. We'll be coming in at 11:25pm. I know it's late and I'm sorry bout that. Please call me or email me if you can help out.

Thanks!!

~Jeanette Hendricks

655-5919

JFandEli@aol.com

Orders

I am going to be making a Scentsy order THIS FRIDAY, May 23. Let me knowif you want to order something. I have samples of every scent at my house if you want to smell any of them! Email me at marenurkov@gmail.com

Restoring furniture

do you happen to know anyone who restores old furniture? (sanding, painting, priming, wood work) could you make a post on the blog for me to see if anyone out there knows of someone? i have one piece of furniture that is a family heirloom and it's about 105 years old. so i want it done right. then i have this dresser hutch set with two night stand tables for the bedroom.

If you could recommend someone, contact Kara at karebear_f2@hotmail.com

Looking for a new job?

Hello, Steve's job is hiring again. They are hiring for 3 positions. They are looking for hard working and honest people. If you have any questions give Steve a call on his cell 480-678-5473. The company name is Auto Chlor.

Thanks, Tiffany A.

Scentsy

Hello Friends,
I recently became a Consultant for a newer candle company called Scentsy. I absolutely LOVE the products and they have the most yummy scents. Plus, they are a wickless candle so no flame, soot or smoke. Just plug it in and enjoy! If you are interested in hosting a party, ordering a candle for yourself or as a gift or would like to become a consultant yourself, contact me! I have a Scentsy website, which is http://www.scentsy.com/exciting. My email and phone number are listed there.
Thanks for your support!

Maren U.
Scentsy Consultant
"The Hottest New Thing In Candles"

Coffee Table

I bought this coffee table for $100.00 and I just don't like how it looks in my living room. I am not a coffee table person I guess. I'll sell it for $70. Cash only please. The glass on this thing is like an inch thick and is indestructible. (we have a three year old and it's been knocked off so many times...) you can e-mail me at karebear_f2@hotmail.com Thanks!

volleyball and co-ed softball

I am looking again for ladies that want to play in the mesa city competitive volleyball league for the summer. The league starts on June 12th and will be played at Power and Broadway (we'll have a carpool set up). Games are each Thursday night and are rotated from 6:30/7:30/8:30/9:30. It's lots of fun and it's sponsored so there is no cost!
Also... my husband and I just got a co-ed softball league together and are looking for other ladies/guys to play. Games start in two weeks and will be played at Crismon and Southern- again no cost since it is sponsored. Games nights are Wednesday and they are double headers so two games a night- either 6:30/7:30 or 8:30/9:30.
E-mail me at amanda.hall85@gmail.com if you're interested or for more information.
~Amanda

Ride needed

The kids and I are making our annual trip to Pittsburgh in June and we'll be needing a ride to and from the airport. Fred will still be gone at training camp and I don't like leaving my car at a parking place (and it's expensive!!). Our flight leaves on Saturday, June 7th at 6:10am. *GASP!!* I know it's early. We'll probably need to be there by 5:00am. Yes, believe me, I know, I don't even want to be awake at that time!!!We'll be getting back to Phoenix on Tuesday, June 23 at 11:25pm. I'll totally chip in for gas and for your hassle. Give me a call at 655-5919 or email me at JFandEli@aol.comThanks so much!!!
~jeanette h.

Furniture for sale!!

Bookcase, shoe storage, and coffee table
Come check them out
All three pieces are from the IKEA line Leksvik in the antique stain. They have been in our home for a few yrs and still look good. Attached is the IKEA site for them.
Asking $100 for all three
Thanks
Heidi Gunnels 480-855-1700
coffee table
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30045484
shoe storage
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30034193
bookcase
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/00115181

Formula

Hi! One of my friends just had a baby. Her mom came to visit from Mexico to help out and brought all these huge cans of Enfamil formula for the new grandbaby. Turns out, the baby has problems digesting the Enfamil- so my friend (the mom) would like to sell them and use the money to buy other formula. Apparently you are not allowed to return items in mexico like you can here in the United States. so...if you are interested- please contact me at karebear_f2@hotmail.com the formula: the pink colored canister is 900 grams which equals 32 oz. It is the exact same formula of Enfamil with iron (notice the mead johnson label on the side) it is just in spanish. it has never been opened, and it expires in 2010. it is meant for infant age up to 6 months. the purple canister is also 900 grams which equals 32 oz. it is the same formula of Enfamil with Iron. it is meant for 6 months of age up to 1 year. ( i assume in mexico they automatically begin adding the other nutrients that our Enfamil one year+ canisters have for the toddler stage). it expires in 2010. These are coming from a smoke free LDS (mormon) home. each canister will be $30.00 i have one canister of the pink and one of the purple. and just if you're curious- target's 25.7 oz canisters are $25.60 which is $0.99 per ounce. Costco's 38 oz canisters are $32.49 which is $0.85 per ounce. so these 32 oz canisters that we want to sell at $30 each would mean $0.93 per ounce.

2 new temples in AZ.

Im sure this is old news by now but incase you didnt hear.......SO COOL!!! Greenfield and Pecos is the site of the one in Gilbert.

http://newsroom.lds.org/ldsnewsroom/eng/news-releases-stories/president-monson-announces-two-new-temples-in-arizona

Any cat lovers?

We have had our third baby and are busier than ever. Roxy and Dyna deserve better- more attention.
Roxy is a striped dark tabby. she is about 3 1/2 years old. She is current on shots, she is micro chipped, and she is spayed. She loves to play in the water and will sleep on your pillow occasionally and at the side of your bed most times. I adopted her the fall of 2006 from a wonderful loving home after losing our second child to a chromosome problem. I drove over two hours to go pick her up and have loved her every minute since then. She helped me tremendously through my mourning.
Dyna is a pure white cat that I adopted from a 'cat infested' home. She was overrun with ear mites and had no medical attention whatsoever. I healed her up and made her healthy. She is due for her next set of shots. She is also spayed and micro chipped. she is about 1 1/2 years old. I adopted her because my previous white cat had passed away from a type of cancer and Roxy was crying for weeks because Roxy didn't have her 'friend'. Both cats are tremendously wonderful with kids. Both cats have all their claws but have been indoor cats their entire lives. I request that they continue to be indoor cats for the sake of their safety and health. I am TRYING MY BEST to re-home them TOGETHER for FREE!. please contact me at karebear_f2@hotmail.com

Queen size bed

Queen Solid Oak bed purchased in 2002 for about $1800.00 Selling just the sold oak bed part (no mattresses included) for $375.00 Buyer must come and pick up. CASH ONLY PLEASE. LOCAL SALE ONLY. I will not ship. The condition of the bed is perfect. It has been cared for VERY WELL over the past few years. please e-mail me at karebear_f2@hotmail.com

For Sale...

I cant even begin to tell you how many times my little girl has fallen and hit this table so they have got to go!! It was originally that light southwestern wood but we sanded it and painted it black. Solid wood with removable tinted glass middle. We have loved it but we love our little Brynlee more! If you are interested, email me at smurkov@aol.com or call me. Thanks!
Maren Urkov
Coffee Table measures 38 1/2" all the way around-perfect square $ 30

Looking for a telescope

Tiffany A. is looking for someone that has a telescope she can borrow for Girls Camp. If you have one or know where she can find one, please contact her.

Multi family garage sale

Many families in new neighborhood looking to sell numerous items at LOW PRICES!

Items include: Clothing (for all ages), small appliances, furniture, art and decorations, toys, dvds, knick-knacks, storage bins, and MUCH MORE!!

1. Take the US-60 to the Ironwood Rd exit. 2. Take Ironwood South to Pecan Creek Blvd (approx 11 miles)- there is usually a hot air balloon at the entrance 3. Stay on Pecan Creek Blvd, and turn Right on Kelsi Way 4. Turn Left on Dena, then Right on Kelsi Ave. There will be items for sell at numerous homes on Kelsi Ave.

Call Kevin at 480-628-0164 with any questions

Saturday, April 26 @ 7

Need diapers?

Brand new diapers for sale!

so as i was getting out a play mat for my newborn to lay on and be stimulated with sights, sounds and toys- i stumbled across a HUGE box of brand new huggies diapers!!!! They are from when my daughter used diapers in December. (who is now potty trained) problem is- they are size 5's by huggies. therefore i would like to find someone willing to buy them so i can go buy 1's for my newborn!so- huggies diapers- 111 diapers total (worth $55)...i'll sell for $50- a whole five bucks cheaper!.at costco.com- the box sizes of diapers are 39.99 each. i have the two sealed packages that you get from the costco box of diapers - so 88 diapers that are sealed (44 in each package) and then there are 23 un sealed diapers that are double bagged in a clear new garbage bag to keep them sanitary.and we all know they come from a smoke free clean mormon home! e-mail me at karebear_f2@hotmail.com. trust me- with the newborn feedings at night and my much needed nap time during the day- you'll have better luck catching me through e-mail. ;)

Kara Allred

King bedroom set/XBOX FOR SALE

We just got our bedroom set 1 year ago but are being forced to sell it due to growing medical bills. The set includes a king poster canopy bed, 2 4-drawer nightstands, a 10-drawer dresser and large mirror. We are asking $2700 OBO. if you are interested, email me at marenurkov@gmail.com.

We also are selling my husbands XBOX and it includes 3 remotes-2 with cords and 1 cordless, as well as 16 games to go with it. We are asking $100 OBO.

Want/need some extra cash?

Jamie Finlayson is looking for a babysiter while her current sitter is on 'maternity leave'. She needs someone only 6 days a month- every Thursday and every other Wednesday. The hours would be from around 5:45am til 5 or 6 pm. She works 10 hour days plus drive time to and from. If you are interested or have questions, contact Jamie at j_finlayson@cox.net or call her.

Price change

There was a price change on Dave and Mindys house. They just lowered it to $169,900. Smokin' deal!!

I am sick about it.....

LOST!!
DIGITAL CAMERA FELL OFF BACK OF CAR IN OR AROUND WEBB CIRCLE ON
4-4-08 AROUND 10:30AM. IF FOUND, PLEASE DO THE RIGHT THING AND RETURN IT-NO QUESTIONS ASKED. THERE ARE IRREPLACEABLE PICTURES ON IT! THANKS!

Tell your kids to watch out for my camera. It is very small and compact and I am almost positive some little kids on bikes "found" it. We looked EVERYWHERE and it was no where to be found but there were a ton of kids biking around the neighborhood. If you hear of anything, let me know. smurkov@aol.com

Maren

Home based preschools

Lisa M. in PC South is looking for a good home based preschool in the area. I know a lot of you have kids in preschools out here. Share where you take them with us!

Lisa, I know of one lady that lives in San Tan Heights that is AMAZING! My nephews go to her and she is just great. Let me know if you want more info on her!

House for sale!

NEED A WORKSHOP AND A LARGE YARD? GREAT 4 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH HOME FOR

SALE BY OWNER for only $169,900

Don't let a lease agreement hold you back.

Buy a great house for less than we paid 3 years ago!

4 bd 2 1/2 ba, large bedrooms, 10 x 15 and 10 x16 plus master and one other 3 living areas, living, family and bonus. 3 years old 2250 sq ft, great floor plan wood flooring 2.5 car fully insulated garage including door. Great for workshop with lots of extra elecrical, doesn't get too hot, plus two large vehicles. Garage extends 4 feet extra in length and 5 feet extra in width. Lot size 66 X 120. Back yard extends 47 feet past back patio, plus 25-foot side yard with 10-foot gate Selling agent welcome for a 3% comission. Willing to address other concerns Motivated to sell Seller pays closing costs. Don't let a leasing contract hold you back. May pay break lease fees, plus other financing ideas. Call for more information. David or Mindy Smith 480-357-3752, Cell 480-993-4281

Sleep a little better tonight.....

This was in the Tribune last week and we wanted everyone to know about it if you hadnt heard about it yet. To be completely honest, there was a picture of him in the newspaper and he is a normal looking 24 year old. That makes it even worse. You cant be too sure now a days.

A suspected serial child molester was arrested near Queen Creek on Wednesday night after one of his alleged victims spotted him at a park and neighbors chased him down, authorities said.
Pinal County Sheriff Chris Vazquez said Matthew Alan Clack, 24, was arrested by deputies after a 13-year-old victim from a July molestation and attempted kidnapping case recognized Clack at a Pecan Creek neighborhood park and yelled out "that’s him."
"When she did, several citizens went in a foot chase of him — chasing him in and around houses," he said. "They dialed 911 and after a very fast response time from deputies in that area, we were able to help the citizens to apprehend Clack."
Over the summer, a series of molestations and attempted kidnappings took place in the Castlegate and Pecan Creek neighborhoods in an unincorporated area east of Queen Creek.
"Ever since the initial incident happened in July the community has really been on alert," Vasquez said. "They can now, I believe, breathe a sigh of relief that a child predator is no longer roaming the streets."
Clack may be responsible for at least five attempted or actual molestations in the Johnson Ranch, Queen Creek and Mesa areas, Vasquez said.
"Based on our interview with him, he admitted that he does have a serious problem, and he admitted to as many as five attempts or actual molestations," he said.
Clack was booked into Pinal County Jail on felony charges of sexual assault and attempted kidnapping for the July case.
Dena Larsen, the blockwatch coordinator for Pecan Creek, said she got goose bumps when she heard about the arrest.
"The fact that there was an arrest made, solidified to me, that we do have dangerous things happening out there, and we can’t turn a blind eye," she said. "I’m glad there’s another person off the street that’s causing harm."
Larsen, a mother of two young girls, said she hopes some residents in the area see this as an "eye-opener" because she’s seen little supervision of children in the neighborhood.
"Parents need to look at what is lurking out there," she said. "There is a risk, and it’s right here in our own backyard."
Vasquez called this case "a prime example of a community working together with law enforcement" and said neighbors who helped catch Clack "should be proud of themselves."
Vasquez said his department, along with other agencies, are trying to track down others Clack may have attacked. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Lisa Swinton at (520) 866-5149.

Moving boxes

Anyone have any lying around the house? The Hendricks' are needing some to help with their move in the next couple weeks. Contact them if you have any.

Join us for the

FIRST ANNUAL HARMON ELEMENTARY HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR

Wednesday, April 2nd

from 4:30-6:00 P.M.
There will be numerous health and fitness booths, screenings, activities and ideas, facts, healthy snacks, and several FREE drawings.Pinal County Sheriff's Department will be sharing information on bike safety and stranger danger. They will also be offering fingerprinting. Rural Metro Fire Department will be on hand to check and properly install car seats.

General Conference Packs

One and 1/2 more weeks to order your
General Conference snack and activity packs.
The activities will be age appropriate and something to keep your kiddos entertained and listening so that you can listen to conference. The snack will be homemade and yummy! The price is $9.00 for families with 1 to 3 children and $12.00 with 4 or more children.

Sign ups will be available at church or you can
email Sister Susie Packer at susieq@packerfam.com to order.
Payments can be made when the activity packs are delivered.

Included in each family packet is:
Snack for the whole family
Prophet memory matching game
10 conference bingo boards with pictures and words – each child will get a little package of M&Ms
Each child will receive - 10 games, word searches, or coloring pages – depending on the age of the child

This fundraiser is to help pay for the Laurels and Mia Maid’s trip to SLC for the Young Women Broadcast, Beehive Campout, and Girls camp. These are all extra activities where extra funds are needed.

Thank you for your support!!!

Rent to own

We're looking to rent out our house. We would love to do a rent-to-own with a family who needs it (perhaps rent it while they are building their credit up to buy it). It's a 5-bdrm 3-bath 2800 square foot home with a great lot and a pool. Did I mention the theater room (YES, the equipment will stay for you! woo hoo) We're downsizing (we're even staying in the ward!!) and we know that selling is tough right now. But if anyone knows someone who is looking to rent.... please pass us along! As for a monthly payment, we're pretty much only going to ask to cover our mortgage and HOA fees. You can view pictures at http://buyowner.com/ARZ1750.html

Give Fred or Jeanette a call to talk about the details. 480-655-5919

House for rent?

Hello, My sister in law is looking to rent a place and I wanted to find out if anyone knew of or is going to be renting a house in our ward boundries. Let me know.

Thanks, Tiffany A.

Ellsworth Elementary Carnival!

Elsworth Elementary School ( which is in Pecan Creek South) is having a spring carnival! The attachment is a "pre-order" form that can be printed, filled out completely, & returned to the school office by March 21st with payment for super savings over door price. Pre-ordered items can be picked up at the will call booth the day of the carnival. All the proceeds from the carnival go to the school's PTO. Being a new school this is the PTO's first big opportunity to raise money for the school. The more the merrier so tell your friends and family! See you there!

If you have any questions, contact Stephanie Barreto @ 480-677-3424, thanks!

Dining Table for sale

Golden oak dining table with 6 chairs. Table can be 48-inches round or add the leaf to make a 72-inch oval table. The chairs are high backedwith the oak leaf design. Two of the chairs are captains with arms. The table has a large barrel pedestal with claw and ball feet. There is also a round 48-inch glass table top that can go with it to protectthe table. Asking $350. In very good condition and great for a young family. Call Karen @ 480-834-4096. Lots of good family meals and fun have been had at this table and there's still a lot more to give. Located inNorth Mesa at Stapley and McKellips. Delivery "might" be available.

Any sewers out there?

Hi everyone

I was just wondering if you could pass on this email to other sisters or perhaps just ask around if anyone would be willing to help a highschool girl make a prom dress. I work with her and she is not a member however she is having a hard time finding a dress and thought if she paid someone to make it she would be happier. She already has the pattern and has the material picked out. If you know of anyone who makes dresses please let me know:)

Josie Penrod

The most wonderful time of the year

Hello, It is that time again.... TAXES! I was wondering if there was anyone in our ward or if anyone knew someone I can trust to do our taxes. Please let me know!

Thanks, Tiffany Amestoy

PECAN CREEK NEIGHBORHOOD

Tomorrow, Saturday March 1st, is the community garage sale for Pecan Creek. I got the flier on my door, everyone should have. But, if you didnt see it or it blew away I wanted to remind everyone. I am for sure doing it so if you dont have a ton of stuff and want to come hang out at my house and sell your stuff, come on ever! It is from 7am-12pm. I will be out there until either everything is gone or time is up, which ever comes first! So, go thru all your drawers and buckets and get rid of stuff. I cant wait!!!!

Maren

Boys clothes size 6-7

I cleaned out Eli's closet and drawers (finally!) and I have a bunch of boy's clothes size 6-7 if anybody wants them. T-shirts, shorts, jammies. Call me and they're yours!
~jeanette h.

A favor to ask, it only takes a minute....

Please tell ten friends to tell ten today! The Breast Cancer site is having trouble getting enough people to click on their site daily to meet their quota of donating at least one free mammogram a day to an underprivileged woman. It takes less than a minute to go to their site and click on "donating a mammogram" for free (pink window in the middle). This doesn't cost you a thing. Their corporate sponsors/advertisers use the number of daily visits to donate mammogram in exchange for advertising. Here's the web site! Pass it along to people you know. http://www.thebreastcancersite.com.

Thanks,

Kourtney

Free baby items

I wanted to let anyone who was interested know that I have a Costco playpen that I only used maybe twice and a Fisher Price Take Along swing we used for maybe 2 months that we want to get rid of. No money, just want someone who can use them to take them.

Thanks, Jenn

jsto830@cox.net

Looking for......

.....a crib and/or crib mattress. Adrian Post is looking for one and craigslist hasnt been much help. If anyone is selling theirs or wants to get rid of it or knows someone that is selling one or giving one away, call her or leave me a comment under this post and i can contact her with the info. She is having a BOY in a few months so she doesnt have much time left. Thanks!

IntenSati-cant wait to try it!

I wanted to pass on something I "stumbled" across, and feel is so amazing. A lady named Patricia Moreno, a fitness instructor, has created something called IntenSati. It's a high energy/cardio workout that is amazing. (& it's easy to follow, because even I got the hang of it and did it!) It combines martial arts, exercise, yoga and spoken meditation. I will simply say this: It's POWERFUL. I can't explain how powerful the spoken meditation is...combining a workout with spoken positive intentions- it feels amazing! I highly recommend spending the $12-15 on this DVD :-} The website is: www.intensati.com and the DVD is: 'Intention & Power: A high energy workout for Body, Mind & Soul' (I bought mine at Sprouts, but I found it later on Amazon.com for $12.99)
A side note: I am not even one for DVD's, I would much rather take my 10 mile bike ride to workout-- but this DVD is sweet. Your mind will crave it! If you focus like it intends you to focus, you will feel, and release, and love, and intend, and become! I can't think of a better workout, than one that puts your mind and spirit into a peaceful state as you do. And I can't imagine anyone not loving this. I wake up every morning and can't wait to do it. Something helpful, if you have little kiddos, do it early morning, or after you put kids to bed - you need to be able to focus on it.
ENJOY!

Who knew that bread ties make a difference?

When you go to buy bread in the grocery store, have you ever wondered which is the freshest, so you "squeeze" for freshness or softness? Did you know that bread is delivered fresh to the stores five days a week: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday? Each day has a different color twist tie. They are:
Monday= Blue, Tuesday = Green, Wednesday = no delivery, Thursday = Red, Friday = White, Saturday = Yellow. *yellow* So if today was Thursday, you would want red twist tie; not white which is Fridays (almost a week old)! The colors go alphabetically by color: Blue-Green- Red -White -Yellow- Monday through Saturday! Very easy to remember. I thought this was interesting. I looked in the grocery store and the bread wrappers DO have different twist ties, and even the ones with the plastic clips have different colors. You learn something new everyday! Enjoy fresh bread when you buy bread with the right color on the day you are shopping.

Glenn Beck'sTribute to Pres. Hinckley

Any volleyball players out there?

Amanda Hall is looking for a couple more players to be on her womens recreational volleyball league team. The games are once a week on Thursday night in west Mesa. She did it last season and says it is a lot of fun! So, if you have previous volleyball experience and are interested in playing on her team, email her at amanda.hall85@gmail.com.

Gordon B. Hinckley, Dies at 97

I just got a call from my sister who told me the news. He just passed away about an hour ago. To read article, click below.

http://newsroom.lds.org/ldsnewsroom/eng/news-releases-stories/beloved-church-president-gordon-b-hinckley-dies-at-97

Piano lessons

Amanda Hall is going to start teaching piano lessons for beginners at her house. If you are interested in signing your child(ren) up, contact her by email at amanda.hall85@gmail.com.

Bodies needed!

This comment was left and I wanted to make sure everyone could read it! Read this and then read my previous post about service! ; )

Some of you might know that on February 2nd, there are quite a few activities to help raise money for children with cancer. This event started three years ago when London Solomon from the Orchard Ranch ward died of cancer at the age of ten. Each year more and more families are sponsoring events that day to raise money. There is a fun run, a 1/2 marathon, a blood drive, a breakfast, a BBQ, a horse trail ride, and others that are being done in the name of London's Run. I talked to London's mom, Heather Solomon, and the committee has decided to donate all of the money raised at the breakfast and possibly some other events to go to Troy Wendt in our ward. In trade I was asked to "man" two of the water stations for the 1/2 marathon. All we have to supply is the bodies for the stations and the committee will supply the rest. If you would like to volunteer yourself and possibly your family to help man one of the stations, please let me know soon. It is a fun day and hopefully your family will participate in some of the other activities being sponsored that day. Here is the webpage http://www.londonsrun.org/index.html Thanks! Ray Turley

Service quote of the day

"Stretching our souls in service helps us to rise above our cares,concerns, and challenges. As we focus our energies on lifting the burdensof others, something miraculous happens. Our own burdens diminish. We become happier. There is more substance to our lives."

When I read this quote this morning, it hit me like a ton of bricks! It is so true. I know from personal experience that when I focus my time and energy on someone other then myself, I forget about my own trials and worries. They definately dont got away but they are easier to deal with.

LONDONS RUN-Feb. 2

Did you all sign up yet? It is coming up in 2 weeks! Even if you arent a runner or a walker, there are so many things to participate in and be involved with. They are having a breakfast AND a BBQ lunch, kids corner for little ones, mechanical bull to ride on, silent auction and blood drive. All of these will benefit Troy Wendt so bring the whole family and have a great time! For more info about this AWESOME day, go to http://www.londonsrun.org/. Any info you might need can be found on this site including prices for everything and how to register for the Half Marathon • 10k • 2 Mile Fun Walk/Run.

Bountiful Baskets

Do you know about Bountiful Baskets? It's amazing! You can go to http://www.bountifulbaskets.org/ and sign up. You get over $50 worth of produce every two weeks for $15! Its not only produce, they have bread and cheese available as well as granola and nuts sometimes. The website has all the details. Just click on East Valley. The pickup place is here in the neighborhood.

Voice lessons anyone?

Heather Wendt is looking for someone that teaches voice lessons for children. Anyone teach or know of someone that teaches? Contact her with more info. Thanks!

Send it my way

Anyone have something they want to post on here? Selling something? Looking for something? Favorite recipe or new toy? Email me at smurkov@aol.com and I will add it on here for you! (I am running out of ideas to blog about)

You HAVE to try it!

I am slowly but surely going ORGANIC. We all have our own thoughts and feelings about the subject but I had to tell everyone about this AWESOME product I recently discovered. It is called BATTER BLASTER and is all organic. It is pancakes/waffles in a can. Kinda weird, I thought so too at first, until I tried it. It is SUPER yummy, even Scott likes it! We had it for dinner last night and breakfast this morning. I cant get enough of this stuff. You can buy it at Costco, AJ's and Smart and Final. At Costco, I bought 3 cans for around $9. You get it in the cold foods section. Go to http://www.batterblaster.com/ for more info. about it and they have a super short demonstration video you can watch.

A GREAT cookbook!

This is my new favorite cookbook. I saw Jessica Seinfeld (Jerry's wife) on Oprah and that was the first time I had heard of this. It is a cookbook on how to incorporate pureed veggies into your food, desserts, main courses, snacks etc.! It is super easy and doesnt take long to do. AND, you know that even though your kids are eating brownies or pastas, they are getting something healthy too! The cheapest place I found this was at Costco for $14.50 (ish) but you can also get it at Target or online. Happy cooking!!

Great way to start the day!

Ever heard of the 'daily gems'? On lds.org you can sign up to receive daily emails (gems) with quotes & inspirational thoughts for your day. Click on www.lds.org , click on news and events, then click on free news, gems email subscription. It is super easy and a great way to start off the day!

Here is a great one from a recent email...."As we study and ponder, we are entitled to the promptings of theSpirit, and as we grow more attentive to these promptings, we come to recognize each day the workings of the Lord in our lives. We will find Him, as Elder Neal A. Maxwell stated, 'in the details of our lives'("Becoming a Disciple," Ensign, June 1996, 19). And when that recognition comes, we feel His peace and recognize that we are truly encircled in the arms of His love."

Seriously?

Since I posted my last post, I have talked to probably 7 or 8 people in the neighborhood who either read my post or heard about it and had something similar happen to them! Are you kidding me? What in the world is going on here? We have lived here for over 2 years and have NEVER had anything happen to us until now. Infact, I was just talking to JaNae today and she told me that they went for a walk for 20 minutes this past Saturday and came home to her big star on the front of her house GONE!!! PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE be more aware of your surroundings and who is around you. Not only for you but also for your neighbors. I am known as the 'Circle Watch' person because I am always looking out the window at what is going on in my frontyard as well as my neighbors. If I wake up in the middle of the night, I always look out the window and see if anything is going on. I just wanted everyone to know that the GRINCH is still around and to keep your eyes open!