15 years ago
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Pompei
Grand entrance gates into Pompeii.
I loved Pomeii! Thank you, you crazy, egotistical, power-craving ancient Romans!
Friday, October 16, 2009
I'm back


Family pics. A terrible headache afterward but worth every rub of the temples.IM BACK IN THE BLOGGING GAME!
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Indecisive.....who ME?!
Many of you know now about my crazy obsession.....dogs. So scratch that last blog because we aren't getting an aussiedoodle anymore.....actually, we sold Bree and made a $250 profit (I know, I'm awsome!) Okay, here's the deal. I have been doing tons of research and talking to many, many breeders. I have picked out my favorite pure bred dogs and have decided to breed them instead of breeding for mixed breeds, ie goldendoodle, labradoodle, aussiedoodle. So here are the greatest two breeds of dogs, in my opinion. Without further ado, I give you (drumroll, please)......The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier! Never heard of it? Neither had I. Here is the rundown...non-shedding coat, medium build (17-19 in at shoulder, 30-40 lbs)
As puppies they look like this little guy above. When they are full grown they have a lighter coat color like this gorgeous girl below. You have to clip them, but only have to comb them every other day.
I am really drawn to the medium size and also love the poodle, except for the fact that I think they are ugly. Well, after much thought and research I am getting a Klein Poodle. They are in between the standard and miniature in height and weight. Here is the sire (dad) of my soon to be pup.
Yes, ugly, but I have seen some okay looking poodles, it's all in how you cut them. I definitely will not give my dog a "top notch" or pom-poms for feet. Just one length all over for me, thank you. That style of cut is good looking and easier to maintain. Also the Klein has the temperament of a standard poodle, said to be the best pet, and most trainable breed (because it is only surpassed in intelligence by the boarder collie). Our Wheaten is coming July 22nd and our Klein is coming sometime in February. Here we goooooooo!!!!!!!
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Patience....
I have a problem. I tend to get obsessed easily over certain things. I had two topics especially on my mind the last couple weeks. First, dogs....I can't get over that one. We are eagerly anticipating the arrival of our second dog, Lexi. She is an aussidoodle (Australian Shepherd/Standard Poodle).
Cool, huh? Bree has been doing so well, that I thought we could try another. We'll see!
The other thing I have been obsessing over is where my family and I are going to end up. I am so excited to find a place we are going to be in for the rest of our lives. I want my kids to remember one place when they are growing up. I know it's a lot to ask, but still, I want it. So, I took to the internet looking at land. I found the greatest piece of property in Alpine (for those of you who don't know Utah, this is pretty desirable land). It was two acres for 80,000 (that is an excellent price here). I showed Mike the land and was so excited about it. I don't think I've mentioned that we just found out Mike is accepted to University of Utah's MBA program. There is a lot on our plate....anywho, we had stake conference on Saturday night and were reminded that the most loving caring words are "We can't afford it"and "We can afford it, but we don't need it"........darn!! I really felt humbled. I know that if we do what has been requested of us, we will not be sorry! So I have made a new and improved budget, new savings plan, and new frame of mind. Look out future land! My new obsession - SAVING MONEY!!
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Friday, June 5, 2009
Summer
Could there be a cuter boy?
The pool is open and Taycie's b-day bash has come and gone...
My kids are still resembling stairs....I wonder how long that will last?
Safety first in the Hammond house.
I took Taycie on a short ride in our other car (the one without carseats) and came home to find her like this. Sheesh.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
BREE!!!
Golden Retriever/Standard Poodle cross. Non-Shedding. Easy to train. Excellent with kids.

Inside dog. House trained in 1-2 weeks. Cute.

MY KIND OF DOG!!
We can't wait to have you home on Sunday, Bree!!
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