My Blogging days have begun.

This is my (Jen's) first time really blogging. Oh how cool am I? Apparently this is the Hammond's month to blog. I have very limited time to devote to this, but in the name of cooperation, I will too blog. Question: Is there spell-check? You all know how gifted I am at spelling. :)

Complete Recipe List

If you are participating in the food poll and want to see the complete name (Some of them are cut off if you have the results showing), you just need to click on the "view results" right below each list. That should show you the complete name of each meal. If you have any questions about the meals or anything else relating to the event, please post a comment, or just call me!

New Commander In Chief (self appointed I might add)

So, you should be noticing some changes taking place on our family blog. Not that Renee wasn't doing a fabulous job, but she resigned as you all know. I got the most votes (a whopping 3) to be the new caretaker of the blog and so without being asked (I'm either a self-starter or just sick of waiting for someone to formally ask), I'm going to do the honor of appointing myself as the new commander in chief of our family blog. Go ahead and post things when you want, and I will manage it all. How fun is that?

The Hammonds wanted to be part of the fun!! Sorry Becca, since you were in the last one, you aren't in this one.

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Retirement

I am officiall going into retirement. I am not longer able to keep the blog up-to-date with Birthdays and Anniversarys, and other events. I am too busy with packing. So, whoever would like to do - it's all yours. I am literally going crazy with stress and anxiety over my house. So, goodbye all. I will no longer be slacking on my administrative duties. Thanks for the good times.

The girls all insisted that I make this jibjab after they saw my new one on soapstarmom.blogspot - check it out - they are both hilarious!!!

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Grand canyon trip

Here's a great group shot from our last trip. We had a great time as you can see. The "Captain and Tennille" had a blast.

DAD

Elf Yourself

If you have not seen this, you have to try it. Click on the link below and get ready to laugh......
http://www.elfyourself.com/?id=1171912122 (this is Dad's)
http://www.elfyourself.com/?id=1150092383 (this is Lisa's)
http://www.elfyourself.com/?id=1196518136 (this is Renee's)

Samuel Boyce Rasmussen

Congrats! Last night Samuel Boyce Rasmussen was born. He was born at 11:15pm on Nov. 8, 2007. He weights 8lbs 1oz and is 20.5" long. Michelle did such a great job, it was like watching a professional. Casey also was great during the whole thing, he was a big help to Michelle. Jane didn't freak out or anything (infact I think she did better than everyone else). It was really amazing to watch. I thought I was going to freak out, but actually it was not that bad. So, everyone is healthy and strong and doing great! Congratulations to the Rasmussen Family! We are all so happy for you.

Jane and Aunt Renee waiting.

Casey and Michelle waiting.

Baby Samuel

Summit Hand Therapy is OPEN!!

The clinic is finally open . . . kind of. I have about 98% of the supplies I need and most of the marketing materials. I have begun the marketing process with the doctors and hope to see patients soon. The above picture is the waiting room (Melissa did it all). Below is a picture of the building. I am excited and will make sure to let you all know how things are going.

Jenkins Family Update

I guess November is my month to blog...where have you all been?? Thanks for keeping things current Renee.

Here are some hightlights since August...

The Jenkins Reunion trip to Banff was amazing. It was the perfect vacation: great food, nice condos, cute towns to walk around, and incredibly scenic hikes in canyons and around
glacial lakes. Can't we work on something like that for Mom and Dad's. Maybe at Lake Como?

Disneyland was a blast!
The hightlight was definitely Zachy's debut as a Jedi in training...

or maybe spending the day with Steve Stewart. It was a bit like having Robin Williams around - completely unpredictable and very entertaining. The image of Steve with Zach on his shoulders running through the crowded Main Street of Disneyland to get to the Nemo ride will forever be etched in my mind. We love Uncle Stevie!

Gary and I spent a great weekend in Arizona for my 20-year reunion. I had no idea what to expect...but ended up having a really great time reconnecting with some great people. And Gary, of course, proved to be the perfect man to drag along to one of those things: Mr. Genial.

Front: Shelle Mask, Aliesa Jensen, Chisty Crane, Laurie Shahan
Couch: Erin Miller, Kelly O'Bryant, Me, Gayla Garn, Shannon Coates, Missy Roberts
Back: Diane Freeman, Suzie Marsh
Taking the Picutres: Alyson Wright and Aimee Moody

Halloween was perfect - even Dad would have liked it. All seven of us visited four of our neighbors where the kids were loaded with candy (we were the only ones to come by all night). Then we headed home, made popcorn, ate candy, and watched "The Haunted Mansion" with the Trentmans. Perfect - not much fuss, no expense, good times, and in bed by 9:30. (Santa, Witch Doctor, Snow White, Obi Won, Little Bee)







And finally, proof that she really is our girl:
lower half of face & forehead = Gary
upper half (okay, lips, eyes & nose) = Lisa
We love our Lulu!

DeLong Family Pumpkin Party

Well, it happened again...... another party at mom and dad's house. This time it was to celebrate Halloween. It was really fun. The kids all dressed up and we carved pumpkins. Everyone had a blast. We also ate some super good food. To all of you who were not there -- we missed you. Here are some pictures highlighting the best costumes and times. We missed you. Happy Halloween!
Renee