Monday, August 9, 2010

BIG 16!

Today is is JT's 16th birthday! Wow, it is hard to believe that he is 16 and that I am old enough to have a 16 year old! (I don't feel that old!) He is such a good kid! You just couldn't ask for any better! His nickname of late around the house is the BFG (big friendly giant). He is so kind hearted, he will do just about anything to be with Shane. When Jace and JT have been away from each other for a few hours or days they lay in bed visit to catch up on what they did while away from each other. Another great thing about JT is that he loves my cooking and enjoys eating a home cooked dinner. He loves to ride his motorcycle and was able to go to the sand dunes for a early birthday celebration. I am so proud of JT and the great person he is growing up to be! HAPPY BIRTHDAY JT!

1 comment:

Maycock Family said...

WOW!!! The big 16.... I can't believe it either! Now he can date and drive.... SCARY thought! But he is a great kid! Happy Birthday JT! We think your the best!

Fav Recipes

White Texas Sheet Cake (from PD mag)

2 Cups Flour
2 C. Sugar
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
1 C. butter
1/2 C. sour cream
2 eggs lightly beaten
1 tsp. almond extract
1 Cup of water

In a saucepan combine butter and water;bring to a boil stirring occasionally. In a seperate large bowl combine the flour,sugar,salt and baking powder.
After the butter/water comes to a boil add to flour mixture stirring to combine it. Stir in the sour cream, eggs and the almond extract. Pour into greased cookie sheet and bake @350 for 22-25 min. Frost cake while still warm with Butter Frosting (see below)

Butter Frosting

1/2 C. butter
1/4 C. milk 1/2 tsp. almond extract
3 Cups powdered sugar
Bring the butter and milk to a boil stirring occasionally. Remove from heat whisk in the almond extract and then gradually whisk in the powdered sugar.