One of the quirky things Utah is known for is....FRY SAUCE! It was first invented in 1948 by Gary Roberts, President of Artic Circle restaurants. In 2002, there was even a fry sauce pin created for the Salt Lake Olympics. The basic recipe is: 1 part ketchup to 2 parts mayonnaise.
Every day when I go to and from work I pass these shoes hanging from the power lines in front of one of the local elementary schools. About 6 months ago, there was just one pair of hanging shoes but last month a second pair of shoes joined the first pair. I've always wondered the story behind these shoes and I hope some poor child hasn't had to go shoeless.
Well, when the Big O guys pulled the front tires off the car they discovered the tires were split apart in several areas. In fact the splits were so deep they were even showing several of the metal fibers. So, to make a long story short, I ended up with 4 new tires and an alignment which cost me $560 instead of $60. UGHHH! Since my car is front wheel drive, the tires are a little more expensive than regular tires.
On the positive side, though, I at least now feel safe. In fact, I don't know how I have made it this long, especially driving to Logan last week, without one or both of the tires blowing out. I think I have truly been watched over and protected.
The days are now beginning to get longer and the weather is starting to improve so tonight I took my exercise routine back outside. This is the trail that skirts the townhouses where I live. The loop from my house is approximately 2 miles. It was great getting outside again!!!
Tonight as the sun was beginning to set I noticed this huge sundog in the sky. Guess that means that a storm will arrive within 18-36 hours.
Tonight on my way back from Logan, I decided to pull off at Willard Bay to see if I could get a picture or two of the lake. Willard Bay holds lots of memories for me. I've waterskiied, wakeboarded and jetskiied here several times throughout my life. I've also stopped at this lake and watched the sunset over the water several times. I've never been to this lake when it has been completely frozen over, though, so these pictures are a first. 
I absolutely love the winter Olympics and this year they are in Vancouver, Canada. The opening ceremonies are tonight and then the games begin! This year, our school district's Superintendent's secretary, Carolyn Roberts, has a step-son that is going to be participating in the Freestyle Ski races. His name is Nate Roberts. This sign was made in his honor.
This was my drive to work. However, when I went home it was sunny and the snow was gone. I love this time of year when the snow doesn't stick around for long.
This is a picture of the entrance to the Legacy Parkway freeway after exiting I-215 in North Salt Lake. Legacy Parkway is an 11.5 mile four-lane freeway that runs from I-215 on the south and reconnects to I-15 on the North in Farmington. Construction began in 2006 and was completed in 2008. The freeway opened on September 13th.
Sending letters through a physical mailbox is almost a thing of the past and I find that I very rarely have to rely on sending mail through the Post Office anymore. I can buy a book of stamps and it lasts for a very long time. Tonight, though, I wanted to get a birthday card (with money inside) to my nephew, CJ, for his birthday so I had to resort to the "snail mail" system.
and a few minutes later it was in the air...
It's amazing how fast these planes fly!
Today I went with Jayna to grab some lunch at Cafe Rio. I didn't use to like Cafe Rio because I'm not really fond of Mexican food, but I finally took a chance and found something on the menu that I actually really like.
This is my sister, Peggy's, house in Kent, Washington, and I guess you could say it is one of my homes away from home. I love visiting Peggy and her family and I try to get here every chance I get. This house holds tons of special memories for me!!!
Today was Ryan's missionary farewell and also the day he got set apart for his mission to the Brazil Fortaleza mission. He is going to be an excellent missionary and I am so proud of him!!!Here are some pictures taken after the farewell and also after he was set apart...
As Mom, Dad and I flew out of Salt Lake on our way to Seattle tonight, we got to enjoy this glorious sunset over the northern end of the Great Salt Lake. It was beautiful!
Today after church I decided to go for a drive up to Park City to get a picture of the graffiti art that was left on one of the buildings supposedly by the world famous British graffiti artist named Banksy. No one has ever seen Banksy but he has become quite famous for some of the art that he has done around the world. This year at the Sundance Film Festival, a film is being released about Banksy (Exit Through the Gift Shop). Unfortunately, there is also talk that the graffiti might be removed possibly at the end of the festival, so I decided to head on up and get a picture while I could.
The guy in the stripped beanie standing back against the wall is supposed to be Ashton Kutcher. I'm not totally for sure on this one, though, because I kept getting "Tweets" today on Twitter and Ashton Kutcher seemed to be watching Brett Favre in the football game. 
Tom Arnold on the phone
(everyone seemed to be on their phones)
Dax Shepard and Katie Aselton. I was standing next to Katie's "editor" when I took this picture.
Today I went shopping and used a rebate (Visa card) to buy some accessories for the Wii that I got for Christmas. I then spent some time customizing my Mii and playing several of the new games. 
Today my oldest niece, Tanielle, turned 28 years old. I can hardly believe it. I got to go over to Lana's house after work and join in with the birthday festivities. We had sloppy joes for dinner and cupcakes/ice cream for Tanielle's birthday. Lana and the girls decorated the cupcakes with the letters "Happy Birthday Tanielle" (one letter on each cupcake made with tiny silver balls). The cupcakes were then all lined up in perfect order on the table. I thought it was nice to see that I'm not the only one in the family that has OCD tendencies...LOL 
