What a fun and festive day! Riley celebrated all day long. It started out with Ri going to school for the Halloween party this morning. The, fortunately, he took a nap. When he woke up, Madeleine (Ri's best friend), Heather (Madeleine's mom), Rose (madeleine's nanna), Riley and I all went to Park City's Main Street celebration. The street was closed off to traffic and it was packed with adults and kids decked out in awesome costumes. The children trick or treated at the stores that lined Main Street. Riley went as spiderman (as you will see). We later went to the Dodd's house for a halloween party with apple dunking and other activities. We rounded out the night with a little treating in our neighborhood. What a sugary day!
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Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Riley's 1st Hair Cut
What a day we had in Salt Lake yesterday. Riley and his best friend, Madeleine, got their first haircuts at Cookie Cutters, a childrens hair place. It was so much fun and the kids had a great time. The 2 of them are like 2 peas in a pod - they are inseparable. Here are some pictures.. check them out.
After their hair cuts, Heather (Madeleine's mommy) and I took them to sushi. They were troopers and ate 2 bowls of edamame and calamari. Since, the service was pretty slow, the kids entertained themselves with their baloons until Riley began tackling it like a football player and fell on the floor cutting his lip open. There was a lot of blood, but it was manageable and he healed very quickly... just in time to head to Gardners Village for his first ride on a horse! It was no surprise that he loved it, as his mommy grew up riding and always had a fondness and connection with the horses. He then entered the petting zoo which was a little scary for him when 2 goats started fighting. But he had a great time with the witches, pumpkins and fall festivities that were present.
After their hair cuts, Heather (Madeleine's mommy) and I took them to sushi. They were troopers and ate 2 bowls of edamame and calamari. Since, the service was pretty slow, the kids entertained themselves with their baloons until Riley began tackling it like a football player and fell on the floor cutting his lip open. There was a lot of blood, but it was manageable and he healed very quickly... just in time to head to Gardners Village for his first ride on a horse! It was no surprise that he loved it, as his mommy grew up riding and always had a fondness and connection with the horses. He then entered the petting zoo which was a little scary for him when 2 goats started fighting. But he had a great time with the witches, pumpkins and fall festivities that were present.
Saturday, October 20, 2007
Late night thoughts...
I am struck by the rate at which the Universe is speeding up. How can hours go by like minutes and a day go by like an hour? It is astonishing to me, but I am not suprised. The Universe is speeding up. It is a reality that we all must face and adapt to. At times, I find I resist it - I resent "not having enough time", when the reality is, we all have the same amount of time each day. It is called 24 hours. With the energies that seem to be entering into our world, our space, and our lives, it seems that the only way to cope with the speed of time is becoming present in each moment. Now, this is not rocket science, nor new thinking, just a reminder to myself of how precious each moment really is.
Ideas abound in my head - they are constant and quickening. They stimulate me, excite me, and often take me into a world of fantasy - the world of creating the future. As I continue to reflect on my life and think about who I am - what I am ade of, where I came from, I see new patterns and qualities that make up the person I have been and the person I am becoming. I am grateful for the opportunity to live my passion, to follow my dream and to do my life's work. It is this vehicle that is giving me the opportunity to look within with new lenses on.
It seems I have been on a reflective journey my whole life, but this is the first time that I have felt the desire to tell my story and own all of the aspects that make me the person I am today. As I write my introduction for my upcoming workshop (Awaken Your Potential Weekend Workshop on November 9-11th), I am fueled with a new sense of purpose and confidence. I clearly see and believe that we teach what we need to learn most. And, as I teach and lead others to go within, I too must dive deeper than ever before. I need to do this my own way this time, not some teacher's way, not some gurus way, not some role models way, but my unique way. This in itself is a gift. I am so grateful to be alive, here and now, at this time in the Universe. I am so grateful to have the support and love from my family and friends. I am so grateful to be so driven to make a positive difference in the world. Blessed be and good night.
Ideas abound in my head - they are constant and quickening. They stimulate me, excite me, and often take me into a world of fantasy - the world of creating the future. As I continue to reflect on my life and think about who I am - what I am ade of, where I came from, I see new patterns and qualities that make up the person I have been and the person I am becoming. I am grateful for the opportunity to live my passion, to follow my dream and to do my life's work. It is this vehicle that is giving me the opportunity to look within with new lenses on.
It seems I have been on a reflective journey my whole life, but this is the first time that I have felt the desire to tell my story and own all of the aspects that make me the person I am today. As I write my introduction for my upcoming workshop (Awaken Your Potential Weekend Workshop on November 9-11th), I am fueled with a new sense of purpose and confidence. I clearly see and believe that we teach what we need to learn most. And, as I teach and lead others to go within, I too must dive deeper than ever before. I need to do this my own way this time, not some teacher's way, not some gurus way, not some role models way, but my unique way. This in itself is a gift. I am so grateful to be alive, here and now, at this time in the Universe. I am so grateful to have the support and love from my family and friends. I am so grateful to be so driven to make a positive difference in the world. Blessed be and good night.
Tuesday, October 09, 2007
Scarecrow Walk in Park City
Last week, Riley, Summer, Skye and I took a beautiful walk on the path next to the White Barn. We wanted to check out all of the themed scarecrows that our friends and community families had created. Riley just wanted to run up the path. Skye was a little afraid of the scary -crows so we power walked by them as fast as we could. I stopped to snap a few pics (see above).
As you can see, it has been a spectacular fall here in Park City. The yellow glow of the aspens continue to highlight the surrounding mountains. Snow has fallen on the peaks creating a beautiful contrast with all of the colors. Although the days are warm, the morning temperatures of 30 degrees remind us that winter is just around the corner.
Enjoy.
A tribute to our nanny, Molly.
How fortunate we feel to have had Molly Jones become part of our family during the last year and a half. Her love and care for Riley made such an impact on all of our lives. Her support around the house helped me juggle all of the committments, responsibilities and projects I had on my plate. She came into our lives at the perfect time, and I truly feel that a higher power brought us together. For those of you who do not know the synchronistic story... it is a great one.
In June of 2006, our first nanny informed us she was leaving. So, I began to dilligently look for someone who could replace her. I began to investigate the surrounding daycare centers which were so dissapointing and the thought of putting Riley into some of them made me feel powerless. So, I asked my guides and the Universe to help me find the perfect person who would become part of our family. I placed my first add on Craigs List and received only a few replies. One day, after I had visited another daycare that left me totally discouraged, I decided to visit Craig's list postings. To my surprise, I found an ad from someone named Molly seeking a nanny/mother's helpers position. She drove, had a great driving record, loved kids and was willling to help around the house. She would be out of town attending the Vail Lacrosse Shootout in July and would return after a week.
Ok, so as I read her ad, it struck me that I just might know this girl, afterall she was going to the Vail Lacrosse Shootout, a tournament for which I had played in several times and had taken a team there to compete. What were the chances that I would know here? So, I wrote a response to her ad saying: "Hello from Park City. We are likely to know each other and it would be very synchronistiic if your last name is Claflin. If its not, than that's ok too. The reason I make such a guess is that I founded Women's Wasatch Lacrosse, the first women's lacrosse non-profit organization in Utah bringing the sport to the state. I played D1 lacrosse for the University of Delaware and played several times at the Vail Shootout. My maiden name is Hadley. I now live up in Park City and work full-time from home. Our full time nanny is leaving and I am looking for a replacement to care for my 19 month old son - Wed's-Friday's beginning in July. We live about 20 mins (max) from the U of U." Here is her response: "No way! Jen Hadley... how are you? I am a Claflin (now Jones) and a Jen Hadley fan! Before I say anything... I just want to thank you for bringing lacrosse to Utah. It has brought me so many opportunities, friends, and good memories. I love it. My freshmen year I was on your Team Utah at thenational tournament in Dublin. Right now I am coaching Team Utah going to the Vail Shootout in a few weeks. I am definitely interested in nannying for you."
And if that is not enough, it turns out that Molly's father, Todd, was on my Executive Board. I coached her older sister, Kate and taught her how to first play lacrosse. And her mother, Carlene, has always been an angelic supporter of all our efforts. I knew this family and they are a family with hearts of gold. They are filled with love, care and integrity. I trusted them and admired them. What a blessing that we would re-connect after 7 years.
I will never forget how our paths crossed. It is a daily reminder of the magic of the Universe - the possibility of connection. It reminds me to ask the Universe for help and guidance when I can't solve something on my own. It reminds me that there angels that surround us, and Molly is one of those special angels who we have been blessed to have in our life.
And, now we say good-bye to her has our nanny, but not as our friend. She now turns her attention on becoming a mother herself (she is due October 18th). She will be an exceptional mother to her daughter, "Baby Ruby" and may she receive all the love and joy that she has given to us.
We wish Molly and Adam a safe, fast and easy delivery.
Thank you, Molly. We love you.
In June of 2006, our first nanny informed us she was leaving. So, I began to dilligently look for someone who could replace her. I began to investigate the surrounding daycare centers which were so dissapointing and the thought of putting Riley into some of them made me feel powerless. So, I asked my guides and the Universe to help me find the perfect person who would become part of our family. I placed my first add on Craigs List and received only a few replies. One day, after I had visited another daycare that left me totally discouraged, I decided to visit Craig's list postings. To my surprise, I found an ad from someone named Molly seeking a nanny/mother's helpers position. She drove, had a great driving record, loved kids and was willling to help around the house. She would be out of town attending the Vail Lacrosse Shootout in July and would return after a week.
Ok, so as I read her ad, it struck me that I just might know this girl, afterall she was going to the Vail Lacrosse Shootout, a tournament for which I had played in several times and had taken a team there to compete. What were the chances that I would know here? So, I wrote a response to her ad saying: "Hello from Park City. We are likely to know each other and it would be very synchronistiic if your last name is Claflin. If its not, than that's ok too. The reason I make such a guess is that I founded Women's Wasatch Lacrosse, the first women's lacrosse non-profit organization in Utah bringing the sport to the state. I played D1 lacrosse for the University of Delaware and played several times at the Vail Shootout. My maiden name is Hadley. I now live up in Park City and work full-time from home. Our full time nanny is leaving and I am looking for a replacement to care for my 19 month old son - Wed's-Friday's beginning in July. We live about 20 mins (max) from the U of U." Here is her response: "No way! Jen Hadley... how are you? I am a Claflin (now Jones) and a Jen Hadley fan! Before I say anything... I just want to thank you for bringing lacrosse to Utah. It has brought me so many opportunities, friends, and good memories. I love it. My freshmen year I was on your Team Utah at thenational tournament in Dublin. Right now I am coaching Team Utah going to the Vail Shootout in a few weeks. I am definitely interested in nannying for you."
And if that is not enough, it turns out that Molly's father, Todd, was on my Executive Board. I coached her older sister, Kate and taught her how to first play lacrosse. And her mother, Carlene, has always been an angelic supporter of all our efforts. I knew this family and they are a family with hearts of gold. They are filled with love, care and integrity. I trusted them and admired them. What a blessing that we would re-connect after 7 years.
I will never forget how our paths crossed. It is a daily reminder of the magic of the Universe - the possibility of connection. It reminds me to ask the Universe for help and guidance when I can't solve something on my own. It reminds me that there angels that surround us, and Molly is one of those special angels who we have been blessed to have in our life.
And, now we say good-bye to her has our nanny, but not as our friend. She now turns her attention on becoming a mother herself (she is due October 18th). She will be an exceptional mother to her daughter, "Baby Ruby" and may she receive all the love and joy that she has given to us.
We wish Molly and Adam a safe, fast and easy delivery.
Thank you, Molly. We love you.
Saturday, October 06, 2007
A Sundance Getaway
Kristian and I returned today from an beautiful getaway to Sundance in honor of our 4th year anniversary. We arrived around 4pm yesterday afternoon and checked into our rustic cabin that was nestled in the woods overlooking the ski runs. The maple trees were brilliant red highlighted by the aspen's yellow hue. We made a fire, cracked open a beer and glass of delicious red wine and unwound on the couch. Kristian began to read a surfing book and I read Eat, Pray, Love. We sat in silence for a while, consumed in our author's expression of surf and travel. Then, we began to have such an engaging conversation that we talked right passed our dinner reservation. When we realized what time it was, we called ahead and left our abode for The Tree Room (which literally has a tree growing right in the center of the restaurant). Dinner was exceptional (although the $14 scallop appetizer was quite comical, considering we received only 2 - but worth every penny). We dined, drank and dove into rich discussion, reflecting on where we had been, and envisioning where we wanted to go. We celebrated with a bubbly chocolate soufle, a latte and coffee. How blessed I feel to have such a stable, grounded and loving relationship. I was filled to the rim, not only with yummy food, but so much love for and from my husband. We headed back to our cabin and were asleep before 10pm ( the joys of having a parentless evening to yourself).
Breakfast at the Foundry Grill was on par with the evening before (except the breakfast was included with the room charge). We sat next to the cozy fire and had the best homeade sausage I think I have ever had. We then walked around the premises and drove up the mountain pass to get home. Here are some pictures from the day. Enjoy.
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