Morning Dew..

I have had a lot of busyness going on in my life (this past month in particular) and haven't had the chance to take in a breath. So with that being said I wanted to take a moment to count my blessings..

(this is more therapeutic for me than anything else so feel free to skip this blog)

1. I love my dear sweet husband and the way he treats me. Especially when he is busy at work and I am having a terrible day and he still takes the time to step out to calm me down (and in a way no one else can).
2. I love my sweet Kaylee and Addie and their nonjudgmental attitude towards me. Even if I have been ignoring them or I smell terrible they still want my love and attention. Aren't animals wonderful?!?
3. I love going back to school and having the chance to learn more about things that had never interested me until now. (physics in particular)
4. I love my dear friends. I haven't had a chance to call too many people my best friend but I am so glad to have Brittany Nabrotzky in my life. She is honest to goodness the most kind hearted and thoughtful person I have ever met. No matter whats going on in her life she takes a minute to calm me down and for that I am eternally thankful.
5. I am grateful for books and the release they give me from life. I have recently had a chance to go back and look at the kids books I read as a kid. (Does anyone remember, Alexander and the Terrible Horrible No Good Very Bad Day).
6. I love Sunday mornings. The calming and peaceful break it gives from a long and busy week.
7. I love Cafe Rio for their ever so delicious roast beef salad. It never fails to put a smile on my face.
8. I love watching babies look at their mom or dad when they are unsure of something. I love the smile they can bring to anyones face. I love the way that they seem to brighten any room they enter.
9. I love seeing the dew on the morning grass and watching Kaylee run and run while trying to lick up all the dew that she can.
10. And finally I am so glad that I have the opportunity to remember the happy and exciting things in life. No matter how life seems to treat me I have always had the chance to smile and for that I am thankful.

BYU Idaho!!!

(Todd, Kaylee and I sending Maegan off )

Well the day has finally arrived. My baby sister, Maegan, is off at college! I cant believe it but it is true. She is an amazing young women and I couldn't be prouder.

Maegan, my Mom, and my Grammy came to Utah for the weekend as a pit stop on their journey north to Idaho! Is was a lot of fun and I am sad they couldn't stay longer. Thursday my Mom, Maegan, and I went shopping for the essentials which spilled over to shopping on Friday, and Saturday they were off to BYU Idaho.

Maegan is doing well and liking the "college" scene. Her first class is tonight and she is really looking forward to it.

(Todd, Grammy and I)

(My sweet Mom)


Maegan's dorm room is really neat. She lucked out and got the 2 room suite. There are two bedrooms and 4 girls, they have their own bath, kitchen, and living area. She is liking her roomies so far!!

(super nice bath for a college dorm room right??)

(their super awesome kitchen)

(and her bunk and desk)

Todd keeps teasing Maegan saying she is going to get engaged within the next 6 months, but she isnt having that. No matter what she decides she will do great things. We love you Maegan and wish you good luck. Here Here...

**by the way Todd and I had just woken up and were extremely tired so thats why our faces look a little dazed**

Soapstone Basin..

I know I know...its seems all we do is four wheel but come on look at the pics and you will see why. Utah just keeps getting prettier and prettier. We left Saturday morning at 8 am with our riding buddies (Gail and Dan, Chuck and Bev) and we were off for the day!!

Dan rockin' out the goggles.
Todd and I anxiously awaiting the ride...

This we think is Iron Lake...(beautiful right?!?)

Todd sinking Punkin' in the mud...

Its amazing what four wheelers can do. We all trucked up to Soapstone Basin and rode around all morning and afternoon. It was a wonderful day!! I think we found the hobby Todd and I will do for many many years to come...

Ode to Josh...

Todd bought his very first pair of camo shorts and was SUPER excited because it reminded him of his good friend back in TN. So we are posting a picture and entitling it Ode' to Josh...So Josh here you go!!! We miss you!

Back to School..Back to School..

(My hubby is sweet and thought that the day deserved pictures!!)


Well it finally happened...school started yesterday!! I am always super nervous about the first couple of days (you know..where to go, will i be late, who do i sit by, or what if my teacher is mean) but now that I have been to all of the classes I think I will like it this semester. My teachers are great (so far) and I think it will be a fun semester. So here is the run down of my classes....

Physics
Biology
Bio Lab
Algebra
Children's Literature
Foundations of Business

Its going to be busy but I think it will be very educational. And only another semester and I will be done!! FINALLY!! YAY!!

Those little moments..

I just wanted to take a moment and appreciate the beauty of this earth and all it has to offer. There are so many negative and unpleasant things going on that it is sometimes hard to see the good. And thats why I think it is super important to take a moment to breathe.

Todd and I had possibly one of the most invigorating and refreshing Sunday mornings that we have had in a while. With all the hussle and bussle that has been thrown at us lately we took a moment to appreciate what is right in front of us. I dont know of many places that you can drive maybe 35 minutes and feel true peace and see such breathtaking beauty. We are lucky to live in a state that has this to offer..Utah is honest to goodness one of the prettiest places I have ever been. Here are a few photos to prove my point. We went four wheeling in the mountains, right around Eagle Mountain and Saratoga Springs.



I am thankful for the little moments in life and the opportunity to take a moment to just breathe. Have a great week!!!

The Usual Suspects...

Well ladies and gentleman you have asked for it and so here it is. My brother and his friends video. They just posted it on Google video and have plans to enter Google idol. The video is a bit blurry but still hysterical. Jeff is in the blue polo and is singing "Brian's" part. Hope you all enjoy it as much as I do.

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=1743795914500527620

Just click on the link and it will take you right to it. Hope you all enjoy it as much as I do...