A few weeks ago we got a new microwave oven at Walmart. I also bought a Presto PowerPop microwave popcorn popper. (It is sold next to the microwaves.) It makes the best popcorn I have ever eaten. Here is the recipe my family likes best.
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/3 cup Orville Redenbacher popcorn
Pop according to the directions for the popper.
When we first got the popper we tried air popped popcorn, but it wasn't good.
I tried popping corn in butter. Good, but no better than olive oil.
I tried popping in theater butter oil. Also good, but olive oil is better.
The olive oil only has 120 calories per Tbsp, and the recipe serves about 3 people, so it is actually quite healthy.
I tried Jiffy Pop corn, but it isn't nearly as good as Orville Redenbacher.
If your family likes popcorn consider getting this popper. But I warn you, it will ruin microwave popcorn bags forever.
Saturday, August 20, 2011
Thursday, July 28, 2011
The New Bed Ordeal: A Long, Boring Story That Has To Be Told
I am telling this story because it is the only recourse I have to get a little justice from NEW
July 7: Purchased a new bed at SamsClub. The same bed at RCWilley would have cost 2 to 3 times as much. I called the national delivery service that Sams uses (NEW) to schedule delivery. I was told I would get a call in 1-2 days telling me when the bed would be delivered.
July 11: No phone call-so I called them. Was told they would call back.
July 12: No phone call-called them. Was told they were behind "because of the Holiday" (I guess they meant July 4) Was told they would call back.
July 13: No phone call-called them and delivery was scheduled for Monday July 18 between 8-12. Called NEW to find out who I could complain to and was told I could only talk to one of the reps who answers the phone, so I complained to him.
July 18: Waited all morning. At noon I called NEW, they called local delivery service, who called me and said they couldn't come til that evening. I wouldn't be there that evening so they scheduled Wednesday at 9am.
July 20: At 9:40 local delivery guy called and said he didn't think he could deliver the mattress because it was a king size. DUH! I told him we have a service elevator so he said he would try. When he got here he took the mattress off the truck and it was covered with BLACK dirt. I pointed that out to him and he said "Was that there before I took it off the truck?" implying that I damaged it. I refused delivery and called Sams. They called NEW who called me for the first time. I was told that it takes 1-2 days, but they would try to get it done sooner and they would call back right away.
July 21: No phone call-called them and was told it normally takes 1-2 days, but they would take it personally to the manager and get it taken care of and they would call right back.
July 25: Still no phone call. Called Sams, spoke with a manager who called NEW. He called back and said NEW would call back to reschedule the delivery. He also said the damaged mattress had not been returned to them.
July 26: Still no phone call. Called and insisted on speaking with a manager who patiently told me it takes 1-2 days to schedule things and they couldn't do that until they received a call from Sams. LIES, LIES, LIES. Cancelled the delivery.
Called Sams. They were very apologetic and gave me a $25 gift card to cover cost of renting a UHAUL to get the mattress.
July 27: Picked up the mattress. Sams people were very nice. (The damaged mattress did get returned yesterday-a week late) It was a hassle getting it into the elevator, but Dallin helped Frank. Dallin and Sara put the bed together while we were returning the truck. Thank you.
Slept on bed last night. It is so comfortable. Frank loved it, too.
July 7: Purchased a new bed at SamsClub. The same bed at RCWilley would have cost 2 to 3 times as much. I called the national delivery service that Sams uses (NEW) to schedule delivery. I was told I would get a call in 1-2 days telling me when the bed would be delivered.
July 11: No phone call-so I called them. Was told they would call back.
July 12: No phone call-called them. Was told they were behind "because of the Holiday" (I guess they meant July 4) Was told they would call back.
July 13: No phone call-called them and delivery was scheduled for Monday July 18 between 8-12. Called NEW to find out who I could complain to and was told I could only talk to one of the reps who answers the phone, so I complained to him.
July 18: Waited all morning. At noon I called NEW, they called local delivery service, who called me and said they couldn't come til that evening. I wouldn't be there that evening so they scheduled Wednesday at 9am.
July 20: At 9:40 local delivery guy called and said he didn't think he could deliver the mattress because it was a king size. DUH! I told him we have a service elevator so he said he would try. When he got here he took the mattress off the truck and it was covered with BLACK dirt. I pointed that out to him and he said "Was that there before I took it off the truck?" implying that I damaged it. I refused delivery and called Sams. They called NEW who called me for the first time. I was told that it takes 1-2 days, but they would try to get it done sooner and they would call back right away.
July 21: No phone call-called them and was told it normally takes 1-2 days, but they would take it personally to the manager and get it taken care of and they would call right back.
July 25: Still no phone call. Called Sams, spoke with a manager who called NEW. He called back and said NEW would call back to reschedule the delivery. He also said the damaged mattress had not been returned to them.
July 26: Still no phone call. Called and insisted on speaking with a manager who patiently told me it takes 1-2 days to schedule things and they couldn't do that until they received a call from Sams. LIES, LIES, LIES. Cancelled the delivery.
Called Sams. They were very apologetic and gave me a $25 gift card to cover cost of renting a UHAUL to get the mattress.
July 27: Picked up the mattress. Sams people were very nice. (The damaged mattress did get returned yesterday-a week late) It was a hassle getting it into the elevator, but Dallin helped Frank. Dallin and Sara put the bed together while we were returning the truck. Thank you.
Slept on bed last night. It is so comfortable. Frank loved it, too.
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Brugger Family Reunion
Yesterday was a wonderful July 4th celebration. It was like a Brugger Family reunion. I doubt there have ever been so many toddlers and babies in this house in it's over 50 year history.
Popi was able to come. He makes everyone feel so loved. It is good for our souls to see him and hug him. He said he hadn't planned on attending because it meant another long drive, but he woke up yesterday morning and felt impressed that it was important for him to attend. We are all thankful he did.
Popi said it was the largest gathering of his descendants ever.
We all agreed that July 4th should become an annual Brugger Family reunion. Everyone should plan to be here in Utah on that day-if possible. At least while Popi is still able to attend.
So mark your calendars for one year from yesterday.
Attendees:
Popi and Doreen
1. Beckie and Clyde
2. Heidi
3. Marcus
3. Anneke
3. Luke
3. Mallory
2. Pam and Chris
3. Dutch
3. Dane
1. Marianne and Frank
2. Annemarie
2. Julianna and Jared
3. Thomas
2. Sara and Dallin
2. Christina
2. Katherine and Mitchell
3. Joseph
3. Annabelle
2. Samantha
3. Athena
Non-Bruggers
Dallin's mom, Carol
Jared's brother, Brian and sister, Kellie
Popi was able to come. He makes everyone feel so loved. It is good for our souls to see him and hug him. He said he hadn't planned on attending because it meant another long drive, but he woke up yesterday morning and felt impressed that it was important for him to attend. We are all thankful he did.
Popi said it was the largest gathering of his descendants ever.
We all agreed that July 4th should become an annual Brugger Family reunion. Everyone should plan to be here in Utah on that day-if possible. At least while Popi is still able to attend.
So mark your calendars for one year from yesterday.
Attendees:
Popi and Doreen
1. Beckie and Clyde
2. Heidi
3. Marcus
3. Anneke
3. Luke
3. Mallory
2. Pam and Chris
3. Dutch
3. Dane
1. Marianne and Frank
2. Annemarie
2. Julianna and Jared
3. Thomas
2. Sara and Dallin
2. Christina
2. Katherine and Mitchell
3. Joseph
3. Annabelle
2. Samantha
3. Athena
Non-Bruggers
Dallin's mom, Carol
Jared's brother, Brian and sister, Kellie
Sunday, June 19, 2011
Big Changes
Tomorrow Frank starts his new job. After over 3 years of retirement he is going back to work. He will be working in the missionary department of the church and he is really excited about it.
I am excited for him, but it will be a big change. I have enjoyed having him around the last few years, but now he will be really busy. He will be working in SLC, so it will be a long commute. He plans to spend 1 or 2 nights a week in SLC and I will probably go with him a couple of days a week. There is lots for me to do in SLC. Eventually we may get an apartment there.
He will also spend some time working at the MTC so those days he won't need to commute.
We will have to see what this change brings, but I know the Lord is blessing us.
I am excited for him, but it will be a big change. I have enjoyed having him around the last few years, but now he will be really busy. He will be working in SLC, so it will be a long commute. He plans to spend 1 or 2 nights a week in SLC and I will probably go with him a couple of days a week. There is lots for me to do in SLC. Eventually we may get an apartment there.
He will also spend some time working at the MTC so those days he won't need to commute.
We will have to see what this change brings, but I know the Lord is blessing us.
Friday, May 20, 2011
Las Vegas
It was fun to spend a few days in Las Vegas. Most of the strip is kind of creepy, but these are two of my favorite things.
The roses are real and have really long stems. I think they are over 6 ft. They were in the lobby of the Bellagio.
The wedding dress is crazy. It is made of leather, satin and chiffon.
The best part of Las Vegas was the chance to see Heidi and Andy. They are great people and I am proud of them.
Saturday, May 7, 2011
Friday, May 6, 2011
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