My Friend

Verne Jenkins


On Wednesday, Dec. 26th ( he worked as a security guard at Sapp Bros). Verne was escorting a man out of the store that was being verbally abusive to another employee. They got into an argument, and the man pulled out a gun and shot him.
I have known Verne for about 2 yrs, and I wanted to put him on my blog so that everyone could read about my friend.
He had a big heart, almost as big as that smile. He was always so happy, and had the best laugh, It was sooo loud, (louder than mine!) He always thought of others before himself. He always called me to tell me good morning when he didn't see me at work, and when it snowed, he always called me after I left work late at night to see if I made it home ok. He even sent me a text a few minutes before this incident to ask me how my Christmas was. And I am so very sad that I never got to hear how his Christmas was. He was a great friend to everyone, and he made work alot more fun. It is a terrible thing to lose anyone, especially this way. I feel deeply sorry for his family and his little son he left behind. He will be greatly missed, and we will always remember him.
We all loved him very much!

Merry Christmas Everyone!

So every xmas eve we head to Shauna's for a candlelight dinner with the fam. My memory card was full, so I apoligize-no pics. Anywho, this is xmas day, we were suppose to be there at 10am, but when we arrived at 11am breakfast had just started(perfect timing). And if I recall correctly, we were the only ones there, including the ones that occupy the place.My mom is the best! She cooks xmas eve, xmas day, and xmas day dinner, what a gal! (FYI-it skips a generation, when she is gone, the tradition dies with her). The best part of the day was playing Xbox 360 Scene It, I won all three rounds against Lance, Tyler, and Old Mike. I am the Champion!!!!!!

What a bunch of cuties!!!!! She looks just like me! Right?

I'm glad the size tag isn't showing. And if you can tell me what Old Mike is doing, that would be great- I don't think he even knows.
We were trying to figure out how a Strawberry Shortcake doll lost her nose, Um-don't tell Gracie, she thinks it was her new kitten. Is he not the cutest! Those eyes, he's my new favorite baby. Sorry Ellie, you've been replaced.

Merry Christmas

So every year us girls get together for a Christmas party. We all have been friends forever, and all our kids are around the same age. Us girls buy gifts for each other and the kids draw each others names. We have tons of food, play games, and take lots of pictures. It is so much fun and I am so thankful to have such wonderful friends. They are always there for me and they are so good looking-thanks to the Victoria's Secret robes I bought this year for them! I love you guys! Merry Christmas!

Sexy ladies

Amy really needs a date, any takers?

Sweet little Dalton, all he wanted was a hot cocoa maker

Like Brody, Hunter has only three hobbies. Xbox, Nintendo, and Playstation. So they are a little difficult to buy for.

Poor Jazzy, she thought I had bought her underwear. (She's heard the stories)

It is so hard for whomever has Brody's name. The kid has one or two hobbies and that consists of Xbox and Playstation. And then if you ask him what he wants for Christmas, its always "nothin."

Skyler loves Victoria's Secret








Cute little Brinley

Brinley wouldn't stop crying until Gaylynn put her on the floor and took off her diaper. I'm not kidding, she stopped crying right away.( Jessica said she's going to be an exotic dancer when she grows up.)

We love popcorn

On Tuesday, Sapp Bros. had their Christmas party. Which this year they felt the "spirit" and invited our office along. Our day consisted of going to the mall to find Bret something to add to his "semi-formal" look for that evening, and we stopped off to buy popcorn. And if you've never tasted Valley Fair Mall popcorn-your missing out! not only on the scenery, but also the popcorn. Then we (me,Iris,Bret,Rebecca,Dr.Kenn)got ready and went to the "party". The night was filled with Prime Rib, vodka and cranberry juice, and Sapp Bros trivia. Endless fun!

I only take pictures of important people

Bret found a date that wouldn't say "NO!"

Nutcracker or "Crackerdonuts" per Ellie

How cute are they (The girls, I mean.)

Brotherly love-they are into the christmas spirit

Stand back! Or I'll get my nutcracker out.

The boys are excited it's over, Bailey's just happy to be alive, and Gracie-I'm not sure what the the problem was. (she's sad it's over?)

Well it's a race to the blog, we all went to the Nutcracker tonight and we all took pictures.And as far as I can tell, no one is up at this hour-so I'll be the first to post! YES! (boy, I have no life)

We all met at my mom's at 6:00, so that means we left at about 6:20. But what's 20 minutes between friends? I hate being late, it's the OCD. And I'm not shy about expressing when I'm on time and someone isn't, so if your offended-now you know and you should start being punctual!

Anyhow we had lots of fun, Hunter not so much. But Brody did enjoy it and was asking on the way home, for a pair of tights for christmas. And on the way home we stopped at Burger King. Where Shauna proceeded to ask the man over the intercom "Do you have any Whoppers?" (I guess it's a commercial) She then laughed so hard at herself that the car shook like a bowl full of jelly.(It's christmas time/Santa-get it?) She's her own biggest fan, I quickly apoligized for her behavior. Here are some adorable pictures from the night, ENJOY!!!!

Chocolates, we don't need no stinkin chocolates!

Every year for christmas me,my mom,and sisters get together to make chocolates and pretzels,that we give to our neighbors and friends. But this year I decided I wasn't doing all that work (for my own reasons, which I am not going to share with you for it will make Channa angry and might hurt others feelings)so I am boycotting the chocolates. Anywho Raeg came over to my house and we made caramel popcorn. I have been collecting all these cute xmas tins for weeks to put the popcorn in. My neighbors and friends should still be thrilled, I only make this popcorn for Jessica and on special occasions. (If you don't ever recieve this magical popcorn it means we are not friends and I don't like you very much-move on!) Merry Christmas!!!!!

Ode to Jazmina

Jazmin is Gaylynn's first born. (Gaylynn is one of my best friends) Anywho, she had a dance performance Wednesday night and we all came out to see her moves. She finally performed after about 60 other groups and they did a hip hop number to a "gansta" song, I think the title was "Murder." (Very christmasy and uplifting!) But she looked great and she did a really good job. It's so crazy to see her so grown up looking with all the makeup (she's beautiful!) it makes me realize I am getting way old. Yikes!

Happy Birthday Bret!!!!!!

Today was a kick back day at the office, it was Dr. Tucker's birthday. Yeah! (I won't tell you how old he is-I'll let you just guess) We have been working together now for about 4 yrs. and the time has just flown by! He is a great doctor and so much fun to work with, he makes everyday an interesting one and we love him!!!

Bret was a good sport and tried on the thong underwear we gave him as a joke. Ummm-not a good look. Thank goodness he has no clue how to access this blog! Don't worry, we gave him other gifts also.(secretly I think he'll use these)

Yes-this is a professional office.

The cake I made! Don't be shocked- I can cook, I just choose not to. It was soooo yummy, would you expect anything less from someone so perfect? (yes, I'm talking about myself-hello!)

I know its not my birthday, but I'm just not happy unless there is at least one picture of me.

This is Iris, she made Dr. Tucker's favorite- homemade enchiladas.

We can't believe she's still single! Hello men-she's cute and she cooks. We call her the "Happy Honduran."