Actually, today being our 16th wedding anniversary, I was pondering on the many years we have spent together and it dawned on me...
I have spent more of my life with Ryan than without!
I did the math, just to be sure...
I estimate (not factoring in leap years) that at the time Ryan and I first started to really see each other (I'm not counting chance meetings prior to when our relationship really began.) I had been alive for about 6763 days. 6763 days "before Ryan". But once we began to see each other, we saw each other every single day (except for the five while he was out of town) until we were married. And I estimate (again, not factoring leap years) there have been 6825 of those. 6825 days of our "Happily Ever After" (so far). :)
Initially, I did the math based on when we first met, not when we started to date, so I announced on FB that about 84 days ago we crossed the halfway point. But truthfully, even after we first met, I wouldn't say that was when my life with him began. It was once we started dating. And when I factored that, getting the numbers I gave above, that means that about 62 days ago we crossed that point.
I texted him to let him know of my realization, which he thought was very cool and told me I should blog it, hence this post and it's title. ;)
Then he asked me to figure out when his "halfway point" will be. Well, he is older than I am, so he lived more days before we met than I did, and he has a little over a year still to go. ;)
I absolutely love that the majority of my life has now officially been with Ryan! He is my best friend and is my very favorite person to be with! I am so grateful that we have so many years left ahead of us... and then eternity to be together! Anything less would not be enough. <3 p="p">
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Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
In Like a Lion
That's how they say March starts, right?
We've had a very mild winter (along with almost everyone else in the country) so it was fun to wake up to this on March 1st.
All my plants and flowers looked so cold... They are tough though, they can take it. ;)
It really wasn't a lot of snow. I wouldn't say this was "in like a lion", more like a lion cub. They didn't even call it a snow day or delay schools. The roads were clear without any plows or anything and by lunchtime, almost all of the snow was gone. But knowing that would be the case, I got Rori ready a little early for school so she would have some time playing in it before the bus came. Ryan was leaving for work about the same time, so they engaged in a little snowball fight in the front yard.
Sure enough, as the bus pulled up to take the kids to school, we could see the sun trying to break through the clouds.
And just like that, the snow was gone. But it was fun while it lasted!
We've had a very mild winter (along with almost everyone else in the country) so it was fun to wake up to this on March 1st.
All my plants and flowers looked so cold... They are tough though, they can take it. ;)
It really wasn't a lot of snow. I wouldn't say this was "in like a lion", more like a lion cub. They didn't even call it a snow day or delay schools. The roads were clear without any plows or anything and by lunchtime, almost all of the snow was gone. But knowing that would be the case, I got Rori ready a little early for school so she would have some time playing in it before the bus came. Ryan was leaving for work about the same time, so they engaged in a little snowball fight in the front yard.
Sure enough, as the bus pulled up to take the kids to school, we could see the sun trying to break through the clouds.
And just like that, the snow was gone. But it was fun while it lasted!
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Peek-a-boo
I keep playing a disappearing act. Then just when you think I'll never post again, I pop back up... and lately, only to disappear again the minute you turn your back.
Don't know why. Busy. But I'm always busy. And I'm less busy now than I used to be... but then, I didn't always post very frequently then, either.
I have more photos that I need to upload and will post on. I have a couple videos, too.
But first, I'll update on stuff that I don't have photos/videos for since that will be quicker.
Don't know why. Busy. But I'm always busy. And I'm less busy now than I used to be... but then, I didn't always post very frequently then, either.
I have more photos that I need to upload and will post on. I have a couple videos, too.
But first, I'll update on stuff that I don't have photos/videos for since that will be quicker.
- Rori took gymnastics for a little over a year but then told me she wanted to try dance classes instead. So, this week she'll be taking her first dance class. It is a ballet/jazz class, which I think she'll love. She is SO EXCITED!!! She already picked out what to wear today and wanted to sleep in it last night. I reminded her that she still had to go to school in the morning first, so she'd have to put on school clothes when she woke up. In the end, she decided to sleep in pjs. Good choice. ;)
- Ryan had been serving in our church as the ward executive secretary for a little over a year and was recently released from that calling and instead called to serve as a Sunday School teacher for the 16-17 year olds. I think it's cool that we both use the same manual. I team teach with someone, but on the weeks I do teach, we'll be mostly using the same material. I'm sure we'll be able to have some good discussions as we each prepare. :)
- We recently booked our flights for a visit back East. It has been awhile since we've been back for a visit and we are very excited to be going! We plan to take a trip up to Acadia National Park while we're there and since we love it there so much we know it will be awesome. We'll be able to celebrate Cadi's birthday and Father's Day in Massachusetts with Ryan's dad, and that will be really cool, too.
- The weather around here has been weird. We had a very mild winter, too mild, actually. Now we keep switching off from absolutely gorgeous days and totally crummy days. I'm just waiting for it to make up it's mind so I can do some gardening. I've got tons of bulbs coming up that I had planted last fall, so that's been fun to watch. I need to decide what else I want to plant now and what I want in my vegetable garden this year.
I'm hoping to upload the photos and videos soon, and when I do, I will be sure to post them!
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Snow + Cheesecake = Ryan's Birthday!
On Ryan's birthday, which conveniently fell on a Saturday, we took the girls to play in the snow. We also brought along our beloved cousin, Sami and her awesome friend, Joy'el. I think we could just sit on a bump on a log for a whole day with this group and still manage to have fun, but throw in some snow, hills, and sleds and it's just a whole lot of crazy fun!
Rori went down a few times but mostly had fun playing in the snow. She liked climbing the big hills, making snowballs, then throwing them at us. She also had fun just exploring.
Cadi had fun sledding with Sami and Joy'el... there was a lot of laughing involved!
After spending a day on Mt. Hood, Ryan, the girls, and I got cleaned up and went out to dinner. We took the girls to The Cheesecake Factory! There was a rather long wait, so we walked around the mall until it was time to eat. We came across a stand that sold Pillow Pets and they had a Patriots Pillow Pet! The stand was actually closing the next day, so all of the pillow pets were on sale! Needless to say, Ryan got a Patriots pillow pet for his birthday! lol
When we were finally seated for dinner, we had a wonderful night. Our server was great and the food was delicious! Rori LOVED the bread and butter and felt so grown up doing it by herself. We all tried a different kind of cheesecake for dessert and shared with each other. When they brought the cheesecakes out, Ryan's had a birthday greeting written on the plate, and they sang a cheerful, robust version of Happy Birthday to him.
Between the beach trip, the snow, and dinner, Ryan had a pretty awesome birthday! :)
Rori went down a few times but mostly had fun playing in the snow. She liked climbing the big hills, making snowballs, then throwing them at us. She also had fun just exploring.
Cadi had fun sledding with Sami and Joy'el... there was a lot of laughing involved!
After spending a day on Mt. Hood, Ryan, the girls, and I got cleaned up and went out to dinner. We took the girls to The Cheesecake Factory! There was a rather long wait, so we walked around the mall until it was time to eat. We came across a stand that sold Pillow Pets and they had a Patriots Pillow Pet! The stand was actually closing the next day, so all of the pillow pets were on sale! Needless to say, Ryan got a Patriots pillow pet for his birthday! lol
When we were finally seated for dinner, we had a wonderful night. Our server was great and the food was delicious! Rori LOVED the bread and butter and felt so grown up doing it by herself. We all tried a different kind of cheesecake for dessert and shared with each other. When they brought the cheesecakes out, Ryan's had a birthday greeting written on the plate, and they sang a cheerful, robust version of Happy Birthday to him.
Between the beach trip, the snow, and dinner, Ryan had a pretty awesome birthday! :)
The post that was roughly 10 years in the making...
Last October, Ryan and I celebrated our 15th wedding anniversary. For the last 9, we have lived here. I don't remember the last time that Ryan and I "ran away" together. I know it was before we moved here. In Massachusetts, we were fortunate enough to have Ryan's parents who loved to have Acadia over for sleepovers, and we did take advantage of that at times. Since moving here, we have had family vacations, but no romantic getaways. Until a couple of weeks ago.
My wise aunt put a bug in my ear. She and my uncle "run away" at least once a year for their anniversary. Of course, their kids are all grown and can be left on their own for a couple of days, but she even offered to watch ours for us. I found an incredible deal on a very romantic beach getaway package and booked ourselves a trip! It turns out that it was during the school week, so instead of having my aunt watch my girls, my very good friend did instead. It actually worked out perfectly!
So, a few days before Ryan's birthday, he and I drove to the coast to enjoy some alone time for 2 nights/3 days - JUST US. We had a wonderful visit! The room was perfect, complete with a fireplace, kitchenette, 2 person jacuzzi tub, king-size pillow top bed, flat screen TV, oh yeah, and an incredible view! We were beach front, with a CUTE private patio that led right to the beach. It was just amazing!
We took walks on the beach everyday and even though it was cool, it was always beautiful. Hello, it's the beach!
The waves were incredible! And we had fun following them toward the sea, then running back as they chased us towards land!
On our first morning, we woke up to a rainbow over the ocean! I had never seen that before! Then the sun came out and we just couldn't resist another beautiful walk on the beach.
As we walked, we came across a pipefish that had been washed up on shore. It was still alive, so Ryan picked it up and carefully put him back in the waves as they were rushing back toward us.
The sunset that night was incredible!!!
Our last day at the beach was so bright and sunny! The perfect way to end the perfect romantic getaway...
My wise aunt put a bug in my ear. She and my uncle "run away" at least once a year for their anniversary. Of course, their kids are all grown and can be left on their own for a couple of days, but she even offered to watch ours for us. I found an incredible deal on a very romantic beach getaway package and booked ourselves a trip! It turns out that it was during the school week, so instead of having my aunt watch my girls, my very good friend did instead. It actually worked out perfectly!
So, a few days before Ryan's birthday, he and I drove to the coast to enjoy some alone time for 2 nights/3 days - JUST US. We had a wonderful visit! The room was perfect, complete with a fireplace, kitchenette, 2 person jacuzzi tub, king-size pillow top bed, flat screen TV, oh yeah, and an incredible view! We were beach front, with a CUTE private patio that led right to the beach. It was just amazing!
We took walks on the beach everyday and even though it was cool, it was always beautiful. Hello, it's the beach!
The waves were incredible! And we had fun following them toward the sea, then running back as they chased us towards land!
On our first morning, we woke up to a rainbow over the ocean! I had never seen that before! Then the sun came out and we just couldn't resist another beautiful walk on the beach.
As we walked, we came across a pipefish that had been washed up on shore. It was still alive, so Ryan picked it up and carefully put him back in the waves as they were rushing back toward us.
The sunset that night was incredible!!!
Our last day at the beach was so bright and sunny! The perfect way to end the perfect romantic getaway...
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
A Month of Thanksgiving Day 1
I've seen others do this, and sometimes it is called something different. I don't know what the rules are but I don't really care, I'm making up my own rules because this is my blog, dagnabit! ;)
I haven't blogged daily for a very long time, so we'll see how this goes, but my goal is to blog a gratitude post every day this month. I have no agenda, no plan... there are lots of things that I'm thankful for that I will miss, things that may be extremely important to me, and just about everything I share is likely to be things I'm always (or at least often) grateful for, not just that day. Duh. ;) My only plan is to post what impresses me at the time I'm sitting down to write. So, with that...
Today, I am grateful for my husband. (Warning: Major Mushiness to follow...)
When I think of Ryan, I am flooded with emotions that are difficult to express or contain. For more than 15 years he has been my constant companion. Whatever we have faced, we have faced together. The good and the bad. Ryan is my very best friend. I never get tired of being with him, whether we are talking, working on a project, or just sitting quietly together. We don't always see eye to eye, but we rarely fight. It hasn't always been that way, but through years of practice, we are learning to respect and listen to one another... usually. ;) I know that he loves me and wants to protect me. I have heard him stand up for me, to defend me. I feel so safe and protected when he is near me. The touch of his hand and the look in his eyes can calm me more than any other physical thing. Even when he has had a long, hard day, when he comes home, he wants to serve me. He asks how he can help me. He treats me not like a princess that needs to be pampered, but someone that he cherishes and finds joy in sacrificing for. He says it's his pleasure. And he means it. He wants to spend time with me. He likes to try things that I enjoy. He finds that, often, he enjoys them, too. He encourages me in my interests, supports me, cheers me on, praises me. He lets me make decisions about our home. He respects that it is where I spend most, if not all, of my day. He wants me to be comfortable and happy. He and I have a similar sense of humor. We laugh... a lot! He loves being a dad! He always makes time for his daughters. He loves to take them with him when he needs to run errands, and usually buys them a treat while they are out. He reads them stories, tucks them into bed, sings to them, and prays with them. He encourages them in school and in their hobbies. He talks to them about God and life and all of the things that are important to him. He apologizes when he realizes he has made a mistake. He asks for forgiveness. He is smart and has really good ideas. He is interested in the world and what is happening, and how it affects us. He is a hard worker. He has sincere intents. He always wants to help others. He is one of the most unselfish people I know.
Ryan is one of the best people I know. And I know that I'm a better person because of him. I love spending my life with him. I cannot bear the thought of spending any time without him. He often hears me say, "I go, we go, " or "You go, we go." His love gives me strength and courage. He makes me feel so special. Sometimes I think he's like Shallow Hal (when Hal's not being shallow, lol). It is like he sees something in me that no one else (myself included), can see. But he sees it and is so confident in it and treats me like I'm that amazing person, that it makes me believe that he might actually be right, that I might actually be who he sees. It certainly makes me want to be her!
I hope that one day, Ryan and I are considered an inseperable duo. Where you just can't think of one without thinking of the other. Like peanut butter and jelly, movies and popcorn, Tom Brady and the Patriots, Disney and Mickey Mouse, Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet. If someone looks at me, just me, I want them to think that I am "one half the greatest love story ever told*," because I cannot be complete without him.
Someone said you shouldn't love someone because you need them; you should need them because you love them. I need him because I love him. And I am the luckiest person because I have him, not only for now, but for always. And I am so grateful. :)
*Quote from the movie, Lost in Austen
I haven't blogged daily for a very long time, so we'll see how this goes, but my goal is to blog a gratitude post every day this month. I have no agenda, no plan... there are lots of things that I'm thankful for that I will miss, things that may be extremely important to me, and just about everything I share is likely to be things I'm always (or at least often) grateful for, not just that day. Duh. ;) My only plan is to post what impresses me at the time I'm sitting down to write. So, with that...
Today, I am grateful for my husband. (Warning: Major Mushiness to follow...)
When I think of Ryan, I am flooded with emotions that are difficult to express or contain. For more than 15 years he has been my constant companion. Whatever we have faced, we have faced together. The good and the bad. Ryan is my very best friend. I never get tired of being with him, whether we are talking, working on a project, or just sitting quietly together. We don't always see eye to eye, but we rarely fight. It hasn't always been that way, but through years of practice, we are learning to respect and listen to one another... usually. ;) I know that he loves me and wants to protect me. I have heard him stand up for me, to defend me. I feel so safe and protected when he is near me. The touch of his hand and the look in his eyes can calm me more than any other physical thing. Even when he has had a long, hard day, when he comes home, he wants to serve me. He asks how he can help me. He treats me not like a princess that needs to be pampered, but someone that he cherishes and finds joy in sacrificing for. He says it's his pleasure. And he means it. He wants to spend time with me. He likes to try things that I enjoy. He finds that, often, he enjoys them, too. He encourages me in my interests, supports me, cheers me on, praises me. He lets me make decisions about our home. He respects that it is where I spend most, if not all, of my day. He wants me to be comfortable and happy. He and I have a similar sense of humor. We laugh... a lot! He loves being a dad! He always makes time for his daughters. He loves to take them with him when he needs to run errands, and usually buys them a treat while they are out. He reads them stories, tucks them into bed, sings to them, and prays with them. He encourages them in school and in their hobbies. He talks to them about God and life and all of the things that are important to him. He apologizes when he realizes he has made a mistake. He asks for forgiveness. He is smart and has really good ideas. He is interested in the world and what is happening, and how it affects us. He is a hard worker. He has sincere intents. He always wants to help others. He is one of the most unselfish people I know.
Ryan is one of the best people I know. And I know that I'm a better person because of him. I love spending my life with him. I cannot bear the thought of spending any time without him. He often hears me say, "I go, we go, " or "You go, we go." His love gives me strength and courage. He makes me feel so special. Sometimes I think he's like Shallow Hal (when Hal's not being shallow, lol). It is like he sees something in me that no one else (myself included), can see. But he sees it and is so confident in it and treats me like I'm that amazing person, that it makes me believe that he might actually be right, that I might actually be who he sees. It certainly makes me want to be her!
I hope that one day, Ryan and I are considered an inseperable duo. Where you just can't think of one without thinking of the other. Like peanut butter and jelly, movies and popcorn, Tom Brady and the Patriots, Disney and Mickey Mouse, Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet. If someone looks at me, just me, I want them to think that I am "one half the greatest love story ever told*," because I cannot be complete without him.
Someone said you shouldn't love someone because you need them; you should need them because you love them. I need him because I love him. And I am the luckiest person because I have him, not only for now, but for always. And I am so grateful. :)
*Quote from the movie, Lost in Austen
Monday, October 10, 2011
Reflecting
I'll get back to finishing up our Disney memories soon, but for now I thought I'd take a moment to post about something else.
Last week, Ryan and I celebrated our 15th wedding anniversary! 15 years is a long time but not nearly as long as I want to be stuck with this guy. ;) We have tickets to go to a LOTR concert next week to celebrate. We can't wait! :)
I sure love him. He is my best friend and we have so much fun together. I think we've got a pretty healthy relationship; it has taken a lot of work through the years, but we are in such a good place now. We talk, we laugh, we disuss, we listen... I am so grateful to have Ryan and I am so glad we can be together for eternity. When I see how fast time is flying by, I realize just how short life can be. I am so glad our relationship doesn't have to end when our time here does. Heaven will be no good to me if Ryan's not there with me.
Life isn't perfect and neither are we, but I am just so perfectly happy with him. :)
This past weekend I went on a beach retreat with some of the ladies from church. We spent a couple of days on the coast and had a great time! I love taking opportunities like this to just relax and enjoy a break from the daily demands of life.
Being a wife, mom, and homemaker is my full-time job. I love my job, but it can be tiring when you don't ever get a break. I know I've got it easy. My kids are good kids and my husband is a wonderful husband, the girls are both in school all day, and Ryan provides for all of our needs on his income which gives me the opportunity to stay home, so I really don't have much to complain about. But no matter how much you love it, sometimes you do still need a break. Moms don't get nights or weekends off, we don't even get holidays or vacations since we're still cooking/cleaning/dressing/watching... and even when I'm not working, I'm still surrounded by my workplace. I love it, but getting away from it can be a welcome release from time to time.
So, I run away. Usually about twice a year. In the spring with girlfriends to Women's Conference at BYU and in the fall with the RS to the beach. Fortunately, Ryan is beyond supportive and makes sure I can do both. See, I told you he was a keeper. ;)
Coming home from my getaways is the best! I always come home so anxious to see my family. I really do love them and I really do love serving them. I come back wanting to be a better wife and mom, to show them how much I appreciate them.
This time I came back to a sick little girl, so I kept her home with me today instead of letting her go to school. She is sad that she's missing school and hopefully she'll be feeling better tomorrow so she can go back, but for now I'm enjoying having her here. It has only been about a month since she was always here with me everyday. I miss her! So, we're going to snuggle on the couch to watch a movie and I hope she falls asleep for a little nap. I might even take one with her. ;)
This is my life. I'm so blessed. It is good. :)
Last week, Ryan and I celebrated our 15th wedding anniversary! 15 years is a long time but not nearly as long as I want to be stuck with this guy. ;) We have tickets to go to a LOTR concert next week to celebrate. We can't wait! :)
I sure love him. He is my best friend and we have so much fun together. I think we've got a pretty healthy relationship; it has taken a lot of work through the years, but we are in such a good place now. We talk, we laugh, we disuss, we listen... I am so grateful to have Ryan and I am so glad we can be together for eternity. When I see how fast time is flying by, I realize just how short life can be. I am so glad our relationship doesn't have to end when our time here does. Heaven will be no good to me if Ryan's not there with me.
Life isn't perfect and neither are we, but I am just so perfectly happy with him. :)
This past weekend I went on a beach retreat with some of the ladies from church. We spent a couple of days on the coast and had a great time! I love taking opportunities like this to just relax and enjoy a break from the daily demands of life.
Being a wife, mom, and homemaker is my full-time job. I love my job, but it can be tiring when you don't ever get a break. I know I've got it easy. My kids are good kids and my husband is a wonderful husband, the girls are both in school all day, and Ryan provides for all of our needs on his income which gives me the opportunity to stay home, so I really don't have much to complain about. But no matter how much you love it, sometimes you do still need a break. Moms don't get nights or weekends off, we don't even get holidays or vacations since we're still cooking/cleaning/dressing/watching... and even when I'm not working, I'm still surrounded by my workplace. I love it, but getting away from it can be a welcome release from time to time.
So, I run away. Usually about twice a year. In the spring with girlfriends to Women's Conference at BYU and in the fall with the RS to the beach. Fortunately, Ryan is beyond supportive and makes sure I can do both. See, I told you he was a keeper. ;)
Coming home from my getaways is the best! I always come home so anxious to see my family. I really do love them and I really do love serving them. I come back wanting to be a better wife and mom, to show them how much I appreciate them.
This time I came back to a sick little girl, so I kept her home with me today instead of letting her go to school. She is sad that she's missing school and hopefully she'll be feeling better tomorrow so she can go back, but for now I'm enjoying having her here. It has only been about a month since she was always here with me everyday. I miss her! So, we're going to snuggle on the couch to watch a movie and I hope she falls asleep for a little nap. I might even take one with her. ;)
This is my life. I'm so blessed. It is good. :)
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Almost Back
I've been editing pictures everyday since we got back from our trip and I still have some more to do! But in the meantime, life is still happening. Funny how that works.
Ryan started getting sick while he was at work on Thursday last week. It peaked this weekend but even though some of his symptoms have improved, he's still not better. A friend mentioned it could be bronchitis, so he's got an appointment to see a doctor tomorrow.
This weekend was our stake conference, which was wonderful. This coming Saturday will be a Day of Service. Our stake will be helping to clean up Vancouver Lake. Our stake wanted our service to be along side other groups, so we'll be working with some local leaders as well as other groups/churches. It won't be a proselyting event, simply a day of service. It should be kind of fun! The weather will be cooler and there will be lunch after. :)
My aunt's stake is collecting food for a local food bank. Last night for FHE, we (my aunts, uncle, cousins, the girls, and I) went door to door asking for donations. And because we are blessed when we serve, we came with brooms, gardening gloves, and window cleaner in hand to perform immediate small, quick acts of service for those we talked to. We swept walks, brushed down cobwebs, washed windows, and pulled weeds. Every household we spoke to contributed to the food bank, and they were suprised and kind of tickled to watch us do small, simple acts of service for them in return. It was pretty fun!
Today I'm going to the temple with some friends. I was supposed to go with Ryan, too, but that's not going to happen. Hopefully the doctor can give him something that will help bring some relief tomorrow. Being sick is never fun. And having someone in your family sick isn't fun either. :S
Ryan started getting sick while he was at work on Thursday last week. It peaked this weekend but even though some of his symptoms have improved, he's still not better. A friend mentioned it could be bronchitis, so he's got an appointment to see a doctor tomorrow.
This weekend was our stake conference, which was wonderful. This coming Saturday will be a Day of Service. Our stake will be helping to clean up Vancouver Lake. Our stake wanted our service to be along side other groups, so we'll be working with some local leaders as well as other groups/churches. It won't be a proselyting event, simply a day of service. It should be kind of fun! The weather will be cooler and there will be lunch after. :)
My aunt's stake is collecting food for a local food bank. Last night for FHE, we (my aunts, uncle, cousins, the girls, and I) went door to door asking for donations. And because we are blessed when we serve, we came with brooms, gardening gloves, and window cleaner in hand to perform immediate small, quick acts of service for those we talked to. We swept walks, brushed down cobwebs, washed windows, and pulled weeds. Every household we spoke to contributed to the food bank, and they were suprised and kind of tickled to watch us do small, simple acts of service for them in return. It was pretty fun!
Today I'm going to the temple with some friends. I was supposed to go with Ryan, too, but that's not going to happen. Hopefully the doctor can give him something that will help bring some relief tomorrow. Being sick is never fun. And having someone in your family sick isn't fun either. :S
Friday, August 19, 2011
Ryan and Rori's Fort
Acadia had a great time at Girls Camp this year! It was her first year and she was very excited to go. Rightly so! While she was gone, Rori missed her. One evening, after work, Ryan built her this awesome fort. We left it up for a couple of days, letting her play and even sleep in it. She loved it!
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Through thick and thin, we are always stronger when we're together.
One year ago yesterday, I received for my birthday two friendship bracelets from a sweet young lady that I know. She intentionally made one blue, representing Ryan, and one green, representing me. She had made me friendship bracelets before and I had them tied to my wrist and left them there until they fell off - always within 2-3 weeks. This time, since there were two, I had them tied together with one knot. We were about to leave for the beach for several days and I wasn't sure they'd last. If they somehow did manage to stay on, and hang on for another couple of weeks, they would surely fall off during our second week-long beach trip scheduled for the next month.
Shocked, I continued to wear these two bracelets for days... weeks... months! I blogged about it in October last year for our anniversary, including my theory and a little photo montage of Ryan and I thru the years. Yesterday, one year after being tied on, they were still there, faithfully tied together and secure on my wrist. I decided to cut them off. I have loved looking at these two bracelets for the past year. I love what they represent to me. And I want to hold onto that forever. So I've saved them as a reminder of just how strong we are and how much we can go through when we stick together, supporting one another, holding onto each other, and just being each other's best friend.
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Shocked, I continued to wear these two bracelets for days... weeks... months! I blogged about it in October last year for our anniversary, including my theory and a little photo montage of Ryan and I thru the years. Yesterday, one year after being tied on, they were still there, faithfully tied together and secure on my wrist. I decided to cut them off. I have loved looking at these two bracelets for the past year. I love what they represent to me. And I want to hold onto that forever. So I've saved them as a reminder of just how strong we are and how much we can go through when we stick together, supporting one another, holding onto each other, and just being each other's best friend.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Happy Couple
But each enjoying their pleasures seperately. No, don't go shutting down this page, it's totally appropriate, let me explain...
Today I am happily drooling over my newest acquisition:
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Yes, that would be LOTR Extended Edition on Blu-Ray!!! Oh, me SO happy!!!
I pre-ordered it a few months back, then waited. It was released yesterday, and I figured it would take a few days and at the earliest I would get it this weekend. Imagine my thrill and surprise to find it on my doorstsep today!!!
It is so beautiful. My precious!!!
Meanwhile... Ryan's researching fireworks for our annual 4th of July celebration, in which he is the resident pyro. I just heard him say, "Pyro Universe." I said, "That sounds right for you," to which he answered, "Yeah, I'm familiar with it, I've been there before." I am sure he has! lol
The next few days will be wonderful: I will be feasting my eyes upon all things LOTR in even better picture and clarity than ever before, and then we'll watch Ryan blow up cakes, mines, and mortars in a big Patriotic tribute. Everyone will be happy. Win-win! :)
Today I am happily drooling over my newest acquisition:
Yes, that would be LOTR Extended Edition on Blu-Ray!!! Oh, me SO happy!!!
I pre-ordered it a few months back, then waited. It was released yesterday, and I figured it would take a few days and at the earliest I would get it this weekend. Imagine my thrill and surprise to find it on my doorstsep today!!!
It is so beautiful. My precious!!!
Meanwhile... Ryan's researching fireworks for our annual 4th of July celebration, in which he is the resident pyro. I just heard him say, "Pyro Universe." I said, "That sounds right for you," to which he answered, "Yeah, I'm familiar with it, I've been there before." I am sure he has! lol
The next few days will be wonderful: I will be feasting my eyes upon all things LOTR in even better picture and clarity than ever before, and then we'll watch Ryan blow up cakes, mines, and mortars in a big Patriotic tribute. Everyone will be happy. Win-win! :)
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
It's so comforting to know that BlogThings thinks so, too. ;)
| You Are Soul Mates |
 Everyone agrees that the two of you are perfect for one another. You were meant to be together. While you and your partner are a good match, you still work hard for what you've got. You are big on respect, communication, and unconditional love. You want this relationship to last forever. |
But it is true. :) I love my Blue. <3
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Funnies
I need to post this stuff before I forget it...
- Earlier this week, Rori informed me that when she turns five... she will be old! I asked, "Five year olds are old?" "Yep!" "Does that mean that Gracie is old?" "Yep! And Ellie." "What about Cadi? What are 11 year olds?" "Old." "What about Mom?" "Old." "And Dad?" "He's old." "All of your friends are old?" "Yep, but I'm not going to tell them that." "Why?" "They might be sad or mad." "But you just told me that I'm old, what if I feel sad or mad?" "It's okay Mom, I like you old."
- Tonight Ryan started teasing Cadi, I can't remember how it started, but it ended with him saying that she wasn't our child, we got her from aliens. And then he said, "We got you at an alien garage sale." LOL (Maybe you had to be there, but we thought it was hilarious - the way he said it, lol, it was awesome. lol) She didn't think it was as funny as we did. So, then he tried to make it up to her, "I love my alien garage sale daughter. She's my AGSD!"... Somehow, that didn't make her think it was any more funny than before. lol
- We told the girls that they needed to go to bed. As they are leaving the room, Rori's hanging her head. But she calls out, "I'm not pouting!" lol Can you tell she's been getting in trouble for that lately? ;)
Sunday, April 17, 2011
We survived!!!
I don't know of many people who "like" to be asked to speak in Sacrament Meeting. I don't "mind", but it's not my favorite thing to do, and once I've committed to it, it's no fun until it's done. lol It's scary! Talking in front of a bunch of people - and about spiritual things... That's not easy! But that was the assignment we were given and though it's not fun, it is scary, and intimidating, we were grateful for the opportunity. Can't explain why really, just that it's such a blessing to be a part of the Lord's church. It's a blessing to get to participate in the work, even when it's doing things that are scary, hard, or unpleasant.
My topic was pride, so keep that in mind as I tell you how proud I am of Acadia! She performed her first Sacrament Meeting piano solo as the musical number today. For those who have heard the cd that she and I made a few years ago, she played the same arrangement of "I Know That My Redeemer Lives" that I played on that cd. She has truly come a long way in developing her talent. I am so proud of her for accepting the assignment, for working hard on developing and increasing her talents, and for having the courage to go through with it! She was SO NERVOUS!!! But she did a wonderful job! I am so incredibly pleased with her!!!
Ryan spoke about increasing spiritual growth through scripture study. Both his topic and mine were among the topics our ward council had selected to be discussed during our ward conference, so Ryan and I both turned to the talks given back in February to use as a reference point. It's hard to go wrong when you're using such great material to base your talk on!
But the best part now, is that it's over! We can all breath a little easier now. *deep breath out* :)
Now time to start working on my lesson for RS in two weeks... :S lol
My topic was pride, so keep that in mind as I tell you how proud I am of Acadia! She performed her first Sacrament Meeting piano solo as the musical number today. For those who have heard the cd that she and I made a few years ago, she played the same arrangement of "I Know That My Redeemer Lives" that I played on that cd. She has truly come a long way in developing her talent. I am so proud of her for accepting the assignment, for working hard on developing and increasing her talents, and for having the courage to go through with it! She was SO NERVOUS!!! But she did a wonderful job! I am so incredibly pleased with her!!!
Ryan spoke about increasing spiritual growth through scripture study. Both his topic and mine were among the topics our ward council had selected to be discussed during our ward conference, so Ryan and I both turned to the talks given back in February to use as a reference point. It's hard to go wrong when you're using such great material to base your talk on!
But the best part now, is that it's over! We can all breath a little easier now. *deep breath out* :)
Now time to start working on my lesson for RS in two weeks... :S lol
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Daddy Daughter Hike
Last Monday, Ryan and Rori decided to go for a hike... in the middle of winter. It was actually a beautiful day and we all would have gone except that Cadi had piano lessons, so she and I stayed behind. But Ryan and Rori went and had a great time! It wasn't quite as beautiful as it would have been if it was later in the year, but it was still pretty. :) Ryan took a few pics, and here they are (the bottom left photo is a picture of their destination: Punch Bowl)...
Thursday, February 17, 2011
The Ugly Shirt
Sometimes there are just things that somehow cement themselves into the very fiber of your life. Ryan's ugly shirt is one of those things.
It started when we were first married. He had this ugly shirt. I mean, it's a really, really ugly shirt. And it's old, and holey, and falling apart... and did I mention that it's ugly? Early in our marriage, I tried to get rid of the old thing. Always, my attempts were foiled. Finally, I gave up and promised to never throw it away. Although, I did kidnap it once and left a ransom note explaining that he could have it back after he took me out on a date (my friend and I were trying to be creative in our date planning attempts, lol). Over the years, Ryan has shared this ugly shirt with the kids. When Cadi needed "some old clothes" to paint in, out came the ugly shirt.
So, imagine my surprise when Ryan casually mentioned to me this past weekend that HE THREW THE UGLY SHIRT AWAY!!!
WHAT?!?!?!? You can't throw away the ugly shirt! If I couldn't throw it away, even after multiple attempts, no one can throw it away! And most especially not without me knowing - and being there to witness and document the occasion. I felt totally gyped! I didn't get to say goodbye!
I mean, this is THE ugly shirt! After all these years, getting rid of it now is like blasphemy. I didn't even believe him for awhile, it just didn't seem possible. He loves that dumb, old, ugly shirt! But he did - he threw it away!
But then he said to me, don't worry, I took pictures of Rori with it before I tossed it. Well, at least he did that.
(Please don't look at Rori's mess of a mane, I hadn't been home all day, and no one else even attempts to do her hair. :S)
Farewell Ugly Shirt, thanks for the memories!
It started when we were first married. He had this ugly shirt. I mean, it's a really, really ugly shirt. And it's old, and holey, and falling apart... and did I mention that it's ugly? Early in our marriage, I tried to get rid of the old thing. Always, my attempts were foiled. Finally, I gave up and promised to never throw it away. Although, I did kidnap it once and left a ransom note explaining that he could have it back after he took me out on a date (my friend and I were trying to be creative in our date planning attempts, lol). Over the years, Ryan has shared this ugly shirt with the kids. When Cadi needed "some old clothes" to paint in, out came the ugly shirt.
So, imagine my surprise when Ryan casually mentioned to me this past weekend that HE THREW THE UGLY SHIRT AWAY!!!
WHAT?!?!?!? You can't throw away the ugly shirt! If I couldn't throw it away, even after multiple attempts, no one can throw it away! And most especially not without me knowing - and being there to witness and document the occasion. I felt totally gyped! I didn't get to say goodbye!
I mean, this is THE ugly shirt! After all these years, getting rid of it now is like blasphemy. I didn't even believe him for awhile, it just didn't seem possible. He loves that dumb, old, ugly shirt! But he did - he threw it away!
But then he said to me, don't worry, I took pictures of Rori with it before I tossed it. Well, at least he did that.
(Please don't look at Rori's mess of a mane, I hadn't been home all day, and no one else even attempts to do her hair. :S)
Farewell Ugly Shirt, thanks for the memories!
Monday, February 14, 2011
Monday, January 24, 2011
Meeting Super Heroes
On Saturday, the primary children were invited to an activity where they would be meeting super heroes! As you can imagine, the children were very excited! They arrived, some dressed as heroes themselves, and anxiously awaited their guests. As the primary president began their activity, they were interrupted by Moroni rushing in with sword and gold plates in hand:
Acadia took that video - Thank you, Acadia! Otherwise, you would have only had these photos to look at (click to enlarge):
After Moroni left, the kids split into groups and visited different rooms. In each room, they found more superheroes:
Helaman is a great story teller! He told his exciting story about leading the 2,000 stripling warriors. He used the chairs to show how they tricked the army of the Lamanites.
Lehi and Sariah told the children about having to leave their home and possessions. Lehi told the kids about his dream and some of the kids (including Rori) were able to see what it would be like to be in total darkness, lost and confused, even a little dizzy, and to try to find the tree on their own. But then they found how much easier and less scary it was once they grabbed hold of the Iron Rod.
Captain Moroni brought the Title of Liberty and all of the children were able to sign it. In the picture of Rori, you can see where she wrote "Rori" all by herself, at the bottom near her arm. After signing the Title of Liberty, each child was given a smaller piece of material to make their own. The wrote the things that were important to them and what they wanted to stand for.
After visiting each of the rooms, the kids went back to the primary room and found Joseph Smith, Jr. waiting for them! He told them about how the Angel Moroni visited him and told him about the gold plates which had been hidden. After 4 years, Joseph Smith was finally ready to recieve them:
Of course, once again, some of the kids helped to unbury the plates. Then Joseph, too, bore special witness of the importance of them.
At the very end of the activity, all of the heroes hung around to get pictures taken with the children:
Also, here are a few more pictures that Acadia took with her camera during the activity...
This was such a great activity!!! All of the kids loved it and the adults did, too! ;)
(I apologize for the poor quality of my photos. Turns out, Ryan borrowed my camera for work, changed the setting to one of the lowest settings, and didn't change it back! Grrr.... Note to self, always check the settings before taking pics that you'll consider important and valuable. :( )
Acadia took that video - Thank you, Acadia! Otherwise, you would have only had these photos to look at (click to enlarge):
After Moroni left, the kids split into groups and visited different rooms. In each room, they found more superheroes:
Helaman is a great story teller! He told his exciting story about leading the 2,000 stripling warriors. He used the chairs to show how they tricked the army of the Lamanites.
Lehi and Sariah told the children about having to leave their home and possessions. Lehi told the kids about his dream and some of the kids (including Rori) were able to see what it would be like to be in total darkness, lost and confused, even a little dizzy, and to try to find the tree on their own. But then they found how much easier and less scary it was once they grabbed hold of the Iron Rod.
Captain Moroni brought the Title of Liberty and all of the children were able to sign it. In the picture of Rori, you can see where she wrote "Rori" all by herself, at the bottom near her arm. After signing the Title of Liberty, each child was given a smaller piece of material to make their own. The wrote the things that were important to them and what they wanted to stand for.
After visiting each of the rooms, the kids went back to the primary room and found Joseph Smith, Jr. waiting for them! He told them about how the Angel Moroni visited him and told him about the gold plates which had been hidden. After 4 years, Joseph Smith was finally ready to recieve them:
Of course, once again, some of the kids helped to unbury the plates. Then Joseph, too, bore special witness of the importance of them.
At the very end of the activity, all of the heroes hung around to get pictures taken with the children:
Also, here are a few more pictures that Acadia took with her camera during the activity...
This was such a great activity!!! All of the kids loved it and the adults did, too! ;)
(I apologize for the poor quality of my photos. Turns out, Ryan borrowed my camera for work, changed the setting to one of the lowest settings, and didn't change it back! Grrr.... Note to self, always check the settings before taking pics that you'll consider important and valuable. :( )
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Random Ramblings
This has been such a crazy time. But now it's time to get back to normal. During the time of Bishop's death, a lot was neglected. We had a fun Halloween weekend, but I completely forgot to take any pictures! I'm so glad I took pictures the weekend before at the Hill's Halloween party! We attended a couple birthday parties and again, I didn't take my camera. Thankfully, I had mailed in my voter's ballot two weeks early so I didn't have to try to remember to do that by Tuesday.
But we're getting back on track. Yesterday I worked in the front yard, until my yard debri can was filled. This morning it was emptied so today I'll get to do more work. :) We've enjoyed glorious weather! But today will likely be the last of it. That's okay since we shouldn't be having this wonderful weather right now anyway. lol
I am having a Lia Sophia jewelry party at my house tonight. I almost cancelled it, but a couple days ago I decided that maybe it would be nice to just have some girls over and eat chocolate while wearing pretty jewelry and talking. :) Plus, it will kick my rear in gear to finish getting caught up on some of this housework that I neglected this weekend. ;)
Aurora is back in swimming lessons and loving it. Cadi had an orchestra concert last week that I did video tape and will try to upload eventually. Ryan is EIC by day, Charity Boy by night, running around helping his friends with car troubles and such.
I can't believe it is November and Thanksgiving is right on our doorstep! I have a TON to do, this is notoriously my most stressful time of the year. I'm trying to get as much done sooner so I'm not stressing out the few days before we head down to Sacramento to visit family, like I usually am. We'll see how it goes... so much needs to wait until right before we leave, that it always ends up crazy no matter what I try to plan. lol
So, life goes on! And that means you should stay tuned, regular postings should resume shortly. :)
But we're getting back on track. Yesterday I worked in the front yard, until my yard debri can was filled. This morning it was emptied so today I'll get to do more work. :) We've enjoyed glorious weather! But today will likely be the last of it. That's okay since we shouldn't be having this wonderful weather right now anyway. lol
I am having a Lia Sophia jewelry party at my house tonight. I almost cancelled it, but a couple days ago I decided that maybe it would be nice to just have some girls over and eat chocolate while wearing pretty jewelry and talking. :) Plus, it will kick my rear in gear to finish getting caught up on some of this housework that I neglected this weekend. ;)
Aurora is back in swimming lessons and loving it. Cadi had an orchestra concert last week that I did video tape and will try to upload eventually. Ryan is EIC by day, Charity Boy by night, running around helping his friends with car troubles and such.
I can't believe it is November and Thanksgiving is right on our doorstep! I have a TON to do, this is notoriously my most stressful time of the year. I'm trying to get as much done sooner so I'm not stressing out the few days before we head down to Sacramento to visit family, like I usually am. We'll see how it goes... so much needs to wait until right before we leave, that it always ends up crazy no matter what I try to plan. lol
So, life goes on! And that means you should stay tuned, regular postings should resume shortly. :)
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