Paw Painting at Karob's House

A few weeks ago, Rhonda had her paints out and was working on some pieces. Thinking the paints would be safe from any unsuspecting artists, we ran an errand for about 10 minutes. Upon return, we saw that Karob decided to find her inner artist and make a painting of her own. From the paw prints on top of the table and scattered throughout the floor, we figured she had to have been standing on the table. All four paws were paint ridden!
As seen from the picture above, she is quite the artist. She prefers acrylic on canvas and here she was going for an autumn sunset.
Unfortunately, she isn't good about cleaning up after herself. She left her paws full of paint! Luckily it wore off within a few hours.
She was happy as ever with the finished piece. Unfortunately, we haven't had any offers for an art show yet. I guess she needs to increase her selection before that will happen.

Little Missy has always been my little hellion. Always into anything she can get her paws or mouth on. Gum, suckers, spatulas taken from the sink, dental floss, cat food, saran wrap, Tupperware lids, chocolate...and the list goes on. She was obviously sent to me for a reason and this reason I hold very dear to my heart. She is truly a special dog and I wouldn't trade her mischievousness in for anything!

Melody4Equality

Ro and all the fabulous members of Community In-Roads Alliance pulled off another very successful fundraiser. With lots of hard work, running around and securing donations, the satisfaction we get in the end is undescribible. Rhonda had recently had shoulder surgery so that meant everyone else had to step it up a notch-and they did! We had many items to raffle off and even some items big enough for a silent auction. A print by Darin Jones, a one night stay at a bed and breakfast, Under the Lindens and a BBQ catered by Cantu's.

The turnout was pretty good. We had a wide variety of people, which is always nice. We try and make our fundraisers affordable so everyone can come. We don't make hundreds of thousands or even thousands of dollars, but we make enough to make a difference.

Everyone of the members of CIA worked really hard to make this night a great success. We also had great volunteers and we couldn't have done it without them. Thank you to everyone who helped in the planning and execution of such a brilliant night and Thank you to all who attended and supported.

The money raised was split between Equality Utah and The Utah Pride Center.

My Other Half

If you see me randomly smiling, it may be because I was just thinking about my other half. The other half that makes me smile, makes me laugh and loves me more than I could ever imagine being loved.

We met under unusual circumstances but considering, we have toughed it out. We have our hard times, our bumps and our downs but we manage to pull through and all because of one reason: our love for one another.

I love waking up to her gentle kiss and beautiful smile. I love the coffee she makes me in the mornings. It always tastes so much better than when I make it. I love her passion, her drive and her love of life. Despite some health problems, she continues to trek on. Rather than getting discouraged, she knows she will one day be in the mountains again, roaming around. She is a hard worker, keeping the house in check and taking care of the dogs.

I love every minute of everyday that I get to spend with her. And I look forward to spending everyday of the rest of our lives together. I look forward to her gentle kiss waking me up every morning for years to come.

I thank the powers that be for bringing us together. A love I never thought I'd find I have found with my love, Rhonda.

Here's to many more happy years together!