Bath Time...Math Time!

This little boy loves school.

He loves 2nd grade.

He loves his teacher.

He reads like crazy.

And all of these things...

Make his Auntie Lauren a very happy camper!

While playing in the bath tub using bath crayons, does he draw pictures? Pictures that boys love such as people and monsters?

No.

He does math problems.

Thirty-Five

June 7, 1975

Two crazy kids tied the knot...

35 years...

3 kids

moving across the country

new careers

who knows how many cars

family reunions

new friends

old friends

gaining a son-in-law

welcoming a whole new family of in-laws

 lots of laughs and lots cries.

My mom and dad are two of the most wonderful people I know.

They each have made me who I am today.

I'm so glad they fell in love.

More importantly, i'm glad they stayed in love.

Happy Anniversary Mom and Dad!

I love you!

Live Life in the Fast Lane

Saturday, Josh and I went four wheeling with my sister-in-law, her fiance, my nephew, and soon to be niece. We went to an off road place right next to Lake Pleasant and it was tons of fun! Very hot and VERY DUSTY, but fun.

Caden and Taylor

The desert was in full bloom. There were gorgeous flowers everywhere.

I now know I am grateful for the following things:

1. goggles (to keep the dust out of your eyes)

2. scarves and bandanas (to keep the dust out of your hair and mouth)

3. water (cuz it just plain rocks)

4. cell phones (when you get lost from your party, they really help)

5. sun screen (even though I didn't wear any and got really burnt, I still like that I can wear it!)

Go out today and do something exciting.

Really. Do it.

Go!

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(And don't forget to wear sunscreen!)

It makes me happy when...

1. My husband comes home from work and walks through the door with flowers in his hands. Not only because he loves me, but because he keeps celebrating a holiday that I made up.

Yep, I think thats love.

2. I remember how much I love my childhood dog Winston, and I actually give him lots of attention. (Photo attention in this case!)

3. I see how much fun my husband and my dad have while working together.

4. I can spend a whole day watching TV and laying on the couch.

5. I have a really good conversation with a friend I just don't get to see enough.

I think people often find happiness in their life but it seems so normal that it doesn't get appreciated. You should take a minute to look around. Find the things happening everyday in your life that truly make you happy and take a minute to appreciate them.

Life is good! Try to see that. There is always a silver lining.

A new blog look.

I was getting so bored with my old blog template. Therefore, a change was needed. Now all I need to do is remember to change it after Christmas is over. Well, one more week until Christmas break. I am so excited to have time off and to spend it with friends and family. I just cannot believe how fast this year has gone by. Maybe my next post will be a nice overview of this year. Sounds good. BTW, yesterday was one year down for Brian being gone on his mission. Holy cow! That went by fast. Also, Collin had his first school performance this week. He was so cute! Two kindergarten classes sang two song and rocked out with little cardboard guitars and sunglasses. Adorable.