VOTE!!

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Pumpkin Patch Trip

Here's a great activity to do with your kids that Andrea Rogers would like to invite everyone to:

The Galloping Grace Youth Ranch Pumpkin Patch is open now on Eagle Ranch and Paseo. If you haven't picked out your pumpkins yet. Don't do it yet! If we set up a field trip to this pumpkin patch, it's only $5 a kid. They bring the horses down to the pumpkin patch, the kids get to ride for like 5-6 minutes around the corral, they have a whole fun area for kids to play...like a corn maze, kids play in a big barrell of corn kernels..other fun activities etc...and then pick out a pumpkin that would cost you $5-7 anyways.

Our familily likes to carve pumpkins anyways, so instead of just buying them, we get to do all the fun too. We just need to get together a group of 10 kids..that's like 3-4 families, and they will bring the horses down for us. They will bring the horses down for 2 hours, and then the kids can get on as many times as they want during that time. They are really great with the kids too... So basically for $5 you get a pumpkin, horse rides and fun "fall" activities.
I can help organize groups! Let me know if you are interested, e-mail me what days don't work for you in the afternoon, and I'll organize a fun field trip day. rogersareblessed@gmail.com

All the profit goes to this youth horse ranch. My kids have been participating at their ranch and are loving their experience.

Andrea

Brown Sugar Anyone?

So I was feeling a little ambitious the other day and ended up buying 25 pounds of brown sugar at Costco! It cost 60 cents a pound (I think at Walmart it is usually around $1 a pound). Now I am realizing that it is way more than I can use before it becomes hard as a rock (and more than I really care to store). So... I am wondering if anyone out there would like to "go in" with me on this sugar. A 5 pound bag (at the Costco rate) is $3. It is C&H medium brown. Let me know if you are interested! :)
Shelley

Say a little prayer!

Someone is interested in buying our North Logan Home-we have not had interest in our home for 2 years now of the 2.5 years we have had it on the market. Please pray that they will want to buy our home and will get the funding!!!
Love, K&J Wagner

Craft Night Reminder

Remember, tomorrow, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2nd, is the deadline to sign up for Craft Night. We will only be making the watch bands...you will be responsible to get the watch face. (some sites: ewatchwholesale, thevirtualtouch, whohasthetime but you can google more). We will be doing the double bead bands so you will need the ribbon watch face because the bar is what the beads will clip onto.

PRICE: $10.00 per watch band (bring change just in case)

WHERE: Christina G.'s house

TIME & DATE: Tuesday October 20th at 7:30pm

QUESTIONS: contact Monique F. (she will be teaching)

RSVP to either jennifer{dot}childers{at}gmail{dot}com or chelsie{underscore}larson{at}hotmail{dot}com. Please specify how many you want to do. Thanks!

ALREADY FOUND A NEW HOME-"Dogloo" Dog House Needs a New Home!

Our dog passed away back in April and we have no need for this Dogloo dog house. I don't have the exact dimensions, but our dog was a Shepard/Lab mix and he weighed about 90lbs. This thing had plenty of room for him. Years and years ago when we had another dog the two of them would crawl in and cuddle up together. So, you get the picture, this thing is big! It is in great condition and we're giving it away for FREE (They go for close to $100 at places like Petsmart). The dogloo is going to Goodwill on Saturday if we don't get any takers. Call or email me kesler999{at}msn{dot}com if you are interested.

Doctor Recommendation

Carolyn K is new to the ward and area and is looking for an internest - podiatrist. Any referrals would be much appreciated.

Just so you know....

A co-worker brought my attention to this article from Time's website. You may find it interesting. I found it troubling. You decide.
http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,1926529,00.html
stef

October Craft Night

For October's craft night, we are doing something I have been wanting to do for a very long time now....BEAD WATCHES!!!! I am so excited!

It will be on Tues Oct 20th @ 7:30pm at Christine G. house and Monique F. is going to teach it. Due to the time needed to get the supplies, we need people to RSVP to either jennifer(dot)childers(at)gmail(dot)com or chelsie_larson(at)hotmail(dot)com by October 2nd. Thanks!

Jenny Ch.

Bicyles

Before I go out and buy bicycles, I thought I would ask if anyone had extras that they would like to get rid of. I am looking for a 20 inch boy bicycle and a 16-18 inch girl (or boy) bicycle. I would rather pay someone I know, than Walmart. There was no such thing as exercise in Georgia, and therefore, bicycles were not necessary.

Fall Samplers 50% Off

High Country Gardens' Fall Samplers are on sale for half off through next week. This makes their prices quite good, and all plants that they sell are suited for this area. They're based out of Santa Fe, and I've had wonderful success with all of their plants. We're getting the grape sampler, which is 5 cold-hardy varieties of grapes in gallon pots for $32.47. This comes out to less than $7 a pot. Grapes at Lowes (which only sells one variety) are $10. If I didn't already have raspberry bushes we'd be trying out the berry sampler as well!

got help

Just got help from our home teacher! Thanks!

help this sister out?

Does anyone know how or know of someone who can pull out the kitchen faucet of a Fuller home sink? We are stuck in our attempt and can't go too long without kitchen water... please help.

Book Club Location Change

Since the weather is rainy and cold I don't think it would be very fun to meet outside tonight for Book Club. Michelle E. has graciously offered to let us crash at her house to discuss "Guns, Germs and Steel". She lives in Ventana West and is in the ward directory. Spread the word about the change. See you there!

Stake (women's) exercise class

If you have ever looked in the ward bulletin and wondered about the ladies exercise class that is listed there, your opportunity to find out begins September 22nd. It is held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:30 at the stake center. Tammie Walker, a certified instructor, leads the class with easy muscle toning exercises. All you need is a mat or a towel and small weights or cans. Children are welcome.

Massage Envy-

For anyone that needs a treat Massage Envy is doing a Breast Cancer Awareness Promotion which means on September 15th-TODAY you can get a 35.00 Hour Massage!!!!! click here Hope you enjoy!

K.

Harry Potter Anyone?????

I am planning a movie night out tomorrow night. Anyone wanting to see the new Harry Potter is welcome to join. It is playing at the Cottonwood mall at 6:30 Tuesday the 15th. I know that is a bit early, but it is a fairly long movie, so the later time won't work for me. Hope to see you there! Susan





Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Opened July 15, 2009 | Runtime:2 hr. 33 min.
PGscary images, some violence, language and mild sensualityVoldemort is tightening his grip on both the Muggle and wizarding worlds and Hogwarts is no longer the safe haven it once was. Harry suspects that dangers may even lie within the castle, but Dumbledore is more intent upon preparing him for the final battle that he knows is fast approaching. Together they work to find the key to unlock Voldemort’s defenses and, to this end, Dumbledore recruits his old friend and colleague, the well-connected and unsuspecting bon vivant Professor Horace Slughorn, whom he believes holds crucial information. Meanwhile, the students are under attack from a very different adversary as teenage hormones rage across the ramparts. Harry finds himself more and more drawn to Ginny, but so is Dean Thomas. And Lavender Brown has decided that Ron is the one for her, only she hadn't counted on Romilda Vane's chocolates! And then there's Hermione, simmering with jealously but determined not to show her feelings.

Drop and Swap

In case you haven't heard, our drop and swap will be on September 26th. The time is still undecided, but start gathering together your unwanted clothes, toys, houseware, books, etc and get ready to trade! If you have big items that you want to get rid of, bring a picture of it (or a paper with the description) with your phone number and you can post it on the bulletin board. Feel free to invite friends and neighbors to participate-- and let's make sure we are extra-friendly to those there that we don't know! I'll post the time once it is decided.

Beginning Guitar starts TODAY 9/11/09

I am going to take a guitar class that starts tonight at the CNM westside campus. If anyone would like to come along that would be fun. Below is more information and the website address.

Class Description
Students will learn basic chords, picking and strumming patterns. In addition to beginning to read musical notation, students will also be exposed to a wide variety of guitar styles including rock, jazz, blues, and country. Students need to bring a tuner, picks and a guitar.Please read: Students need to bring a tuner, picks and a guitar. Friday, 7:00 PM - 8:20 PM; 12 sessions starting September 11, 2009, ending December 4, 2009 This class will not meet on the following days: 11/27/2009 Tuition: $90.00 Instructor: Anderson Location: CNM Westside Campus, Map

Website: http://cnm.augusoft.net/index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInformation&int_class_id=553&int_category_id=20&int_sub_category_id=72&int_catalog_id=0

The Motherload Sale: Children’s Consignment Event

I like the site www.abqonthecheap.com because it give out all kinds of inexpensive things to do around Albuquerque. Here is something I found on their website concerning this Saturday. Happy shopping!

The Motherload Sale: Children’s Consignment Event

It’s that time again. The time when squeals and shrieks of delight fill the air. No, we’re not talking about the State Fair. We mean it’s time to score cheap, gently used children’s clothes at the fall edition of The Motherload Sale.

On Saturday, September 12 (2009), from 8:00am to 2:00pm, you can shop for kids’ clothing, toys, strollers, and other merchandise for children. All used, but all in good condition. And all cheap!

The Motherload Sale accepts only cash or check up to $100 with a valid NM ID. Bring your own shopping bags or purchase ginormous bags at the event for $2. For this shopping excursion, it’s best to leave the kids (and all their paraphernalia) at home, because any stroller, diaper bag, etc., you want to bring in the door must be tagged before you can enter — and no toys at all are allowed in. So, skip the hassle and leave the kids with Dad or Grandma for the morning!

The Motherload Sale is held at Montgomery Church of Christ, 7201 Montgomery NE, Albuquerque.

–Elizabeth Hanes

Just a reminder...

TOMORROW (9/11/09 ) is the deadline to sign up for Craft night. We do realize that this is the same week as book club (sorry) and for future ones, we will have it a different week. Please come..it will be fun! RSVP to either jennifer(dot)childers at gmail(dot)com OR chelsie_larson at hotmail(dot)com.

Cost: $5 (bring change because it might be less)

Shapes: For boys: Tie and/or rocket ship

For girls: Pear and/or Owl

Also, remember to bring ideas of crafts you want to do or learn to do.

Case Lot Sale

Smith's is having their case lot sale right now. That means that you can buy canned goods and some other stuff by the case like you would at Costco, and it is really cheap too! So now is a good time to buy all things canned- canned tomatoes, cream of chicken soup, fruit, veggies (although I think the Kroger brand goes to .33 at Thanksgiving), tuna, and more. I found this list from Prepared LDS Family to be very helpful. Happy shopping!

Book Club reminders

Pull out your reading lamps! Don't forget about these books. Everyone is invited and you don't have to have finished the book to come and discuss those topics.

The next book club meeting is on September 17th at my house. We're doing "Guns Germs and Steel" by Jared Diamond and Chelsie Larson is leading the discussion.

On October 15th we'll discuss "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society" at Dora Thomas's house. Dora will lead the discussion. FYI I have a copy of this book available to borrow if you want to read it. It's also for sale at Costco for less than $10 (I think?)

On November 19th we'll discuss "Gone With The Wind" by Margaret Mitchell. It'll be at Chelsey Jorgensen's house and she'll lead the discussion.

Hope to see you there.

VRES PTA meeting

Tonight 9/08/09 there will be a general PTA meeting for Ventana Ranch Elementary School. It will be held in the cafeteria at 6:30 p.m. It is good way to get up to date on activities at the school.

Costumes

Of course princesses, the three above are from Disney store (sz4), Sleepy beauty made in Mexico (sz5)
A pirate with jacket, fake braids, pants, shirt, belt, I am still looking for the hat. (sz7/8)
An skeleton , (sz8/9)
A pilot uniform, still looking for hat (sz7/8) and doctor (sz 7)
I almost forgot football set, sz7/8