Week #7

This week I really had to sit and think about what I am thankful for. I know that is sounds bad but our new car is what came to mind first. We recently bought our second vehicle. I was totally against showing it or telling anyone about it. I didn't want to brag and/or share. I know I am evil. To explain why we are so happy about this purchase we must have a little history. Travis for one has wanted a Nissan Xtera since they first came out 5-6 yrs ago. I was converted shortly after we started dating. We are major truck fans, and those that know me well will know that I seriously dislike sedans and vans. So after doing a complete search for a car that could handle snow well and will be comfortable for long drives this is what we ended up with. We got a mighty good deal and we have a blast driving it. Needles to say we are extremely happy. We love it!! I am sure the showing off will soon take place.

Happy Birthday!!

Travis celebrated his 28th birthday this month. Travis has mentioned ever since we got married that he would love to have a key board piano so he can play more and teach me. So since we have never gotten around to finally buying one I decided to surprise him. Since I have failed to surprise him with really anything I cam up with a plan. I decided to include both his family and mine with this fun gift. I planned the whole thing out a month in advance. It was tons of fun to see his face when I was able to give it to him. He really had no idea what I had been planning.

Since his birthday was in the middle of the week we didn't have a birthday bash until the weekend (pictures to come). We went to Chili's for the first time. I think he enjoyed his baby back ribs, what do you think?

He is such a happy Birthday Boy!!

Playing with his new toy!!

He never ceases to amaze me. I love you Travis!!

He loves his present. Thank you to all those of you that chipped in and helped make our doctor in the making happy on his birthday. We love you all!!

Crazy Eights

Eight TV shows I like to watch...

1. House


2. Fringe


3. Scrubs


4. Chuck


5. Reaper


6. Life


7. Nightmare Kitchens


8. My Own Worst Enemy

Eight restaurants I like to eat at...

1. Red Robin


2. TGIF’s


3. Chili's


4. Olive Garden


5. Panera Bread


6. Hardy's


7. Mandarin


8. Cheesecake Factory

Eight things that happened today...

1. Woke up


2. Ate breakfast


3. Read scriptures


4. Got ready for the day


5. Bought a few things at Wal-mart


6. Worked out at DMU


7. Drove to work


8. Read emails

Eight things I am looking forward to...

1. 6:00 today when I get off work


2. Intramural Volleyball game tonight


3. The week to be over


4. Our friends to move to Colorado so we can see them more


5. Christmas break to see Trav's family (we haven't seen them in over a year)


6. January rotation lottery


7. Seeing new places


8. Owning my own business (I hate working for someone else)

Eights things on my wish list...

1. Shoes


2. A new phone


3. A Jewlery box


4. A yard


5. A big enough kitchen that I can cook in easier


6. To learn a new riding technique (I am talking about horse back riding):)


7. Horses


8. A house

Eight people I tag...Linsy S., Tally T., Becca T., Brittany C., Karri S., Amy H., Kira C., and Brooke T.

Week #6

To go along with the previous post about my favorite season this post is about my favorite holiday. I truly am a strange person because I really do not enjoy Thanksgiving or Christmas. I love being around family but I have other holidays that are more fun. I love the 4th of July and Halloween. Both of these holidays have weather that you are able to be outside with the family and do favorite activities. I have been going a little crazy for the last week or two getting ready for halloween. We haven't been to a good halloween party since the party that my roommate threw almost 5 yrs ago. So since it had been so long I decided to throw one last saturday (pictures and post to come). Halloween has lots of fun things to look forward to. Pumpkin patches, apple picking, carving pumpkins, scary movies, decorating and then the change in season with all the colors that change around us. Oh how I love this time of year. What is you favorite holiday?

Week #5

I love fall. I know that doesn't make since from a girl who grew up in California but I love fall. I really don't like the summer time. I hate being hot, being in a swim suit and sweating no matter what you do. And then there is winter. At least it is better here than it was in Idaho. But I don't like being cold either. So therefore I love fall. I have really enjoyed watching all the trees turn color. The air smells fresh and crisp and I can get back to my favorite attire, sweat shirt and jeans. I am so grateful for the change in seasons that way we are able to see nature at work. Isn't gorgeous. Did I mention I LOVE fall!! What is your favorite season?

Another Tag

Fill in your answer using only one word. Tag 7 others!

1. Where is your cell phone? Cedarchest

2. Where is your significant other? Beanbag
3. Your hair color? Brown

4. Your mother? Supporter
5. Your father? Hero
6. Your favorite thing? Relaxin’

7. Your dream last night? Wierd

8. Your dream/goal? Happiness

9. The room you're in? Living
10. Your hobby? Horses
11. Your fear? Failure
12. Where do you want to be in 6 years? Residency
13. Where were you last night? Home
14. What you're not? Rich
15. One of your wish list items? Horse
16. Where you grew up? California

17. The last thing you did? Yawn
18. What are you wearing? Casual
19. Your TV? Football
20. Your pet? Cats
21. Your computer? Apple

22. Your mood? Excited

23. Missing someone? Yes
24. Your car? Nissan
25. Something you're not wearing? Socks
26. Favorite Store? Borders
27. Your summer? Vacation
28. Love someone? Travis
29. Your favorite color? Green

30. When is the last time you laughed? Today
31. Last time you cried? Yesterday

I Tag: Chrissy, Kira, Becca, Erin, Linsy, Karri and Lauralee

Tagged

You have to stop what you are doing and take the following pictures NOW. No excuses! If you don't have time to blog just take the pictures NOW and blog when you can!! No cleaning, re-arranging, just have fun taking the pics!

1. Kitchen Sink 2. Favorite room 3. Fridge 4. Closet 5. Laundry room 6.Self Portrait 7. Kids are doing, or what you are doing 8. Dream Vacation 9.Favorite Shoes 10.bathroom And I tag, Erin, Chrissy, & Linsy!

1. Kitchen Sink - Hey there are actually no dishes in there, MIRACLE!

2. Favorite Room. I love being able to relax in our office. It is where my reading lamp, sewing machine, craft stash, and computer is. We even have a comfy couch to relax on, perfect. :)

3. Fridge - I know kinda pathetic how empty considering I only work part time and we both love to cook.

4. Closet - This closet actually is the length of the doors on either side, however it is not wide at all. Kinda a pain when it comes to storing things.

5. Laundry Room. I love love love having a washer and a dryer of my own. Might not choose stack able when we have our very own.

6. Self Portrait - I really am not very photogenic, sorry its not better.

7. Yep these are our kids. They do keep us busy.

8. Dream Vacation
So Travis has been in contact with one of his families that he taught in Brazil. Their son is planning on going on a mission in roughly 4 years and wants us to visit before he leaves. So we are trying to save enough to be able to go.

9. Favorite Shoes
- These are the boots that I bought as a prize for being released from the doctor after breaking my leg. I have been wanting a pair of these forever. :)

10. Bathroom

This tag was kind of fun, but took me awhile due to the fact that I get distracted too easily :) from Kamala

Week #4

This week has been tough for me. I am really struggling with figuring out what I need to do to feel like I am accomplishing something. Through out this week there have been three people that have really helped me feel loved. The first of course is my loving husband. Travis has always been there and really is supportive with all my silly ideas. And the last two are my other two heroes. My parents are the greatest examples of enduring life and still loving family.

My mom is the coolest mom ever, and I am totally serious. When I was in high school all my friends would want to hang out at my house. I always thought it was to be with me, I think they really wanted to be with her more. My mom has given up so much to truly live up to the calling of being a mother. She has and still is homeschooling her children. Yes we drive her crazy sometimes but I would never trade the years for anything. She has always reminded me of my dreams and has reminded me that they can happen. She really is the best.

My dad now is unbelievable. For those that didn't know my dad was in the military when I was really young. We were stationed in Kentucky and then when his enlistment ended that is when we moved to California. My dad has done so much in the medical field, medic in the army, EMT, nursing school, and finally a chiropractor. Sure it was rough growing up with a dad that was in med school but he always had time to spend with his girls. He truly is my best example of enduring. He has had many struggles in is life but shows such faith and commitment to the lord. Since the Sacramento temple is only a 20 min from his doctors office he goes at least 3 times a week if not more. He is always reminding me that the lord loves me and that the trials are given to me so I can learn from them. Sure it was hard to tell my very practical father that I wanted to go to school for Animal Science but he told me that as long as I am enjoying what I do in my life that is what is important. I have always appreciated how both parents have supported me with all my career and personal decisions. I could never ask for better parents, they really are wonderful. I love you both and can't wait to see you.