Seriously, seriously. I love this time of year.
-It's so much cheaper than Winter (running a furnace) and Summer (air conditioning).
-Outside is never more inviting...and fresh.
-It's beautiful (miss those Utah mountains right now).
-Fall means the Holidays are close by, but not quite here yet.
-Even though it's technically not, it always feels like the begining of a new year to me...with back to school time I guess it's always at least the start of a new phase.
-LOVE pumpkin chocolate chip cookies!
-I never sleep better than I do in the Fall. Can't get enough of cuddling up in my bed with the windows open. Not too cold, not too hot.
-Love the fall colors and decorations.
-And LOVE when it's finally cool enough to wear sweaters and long sleeves!
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
More Changes in Texas
Remember the first 3 1/2 years I was married? Remember how Marcus and I lived in the same apartment the entire time, went to the same school, and worked at the same jobs?
Remember when we moved to Irving, Texas a year ago so Marcus could go to UNT and work for Zerorez? Remember how he left Zerorez after just a few days so he could take another job at Mayday? Remember how we moved from Irving to Lewisville after just 75 days or so? Remember how Mayday cancelled their summer sales program Marcus had been hired to manage after he'd been there just 8 months? Remember how that forced him to quit that job and lead him to take a position working for Allegiance instead? Guess what? After just 4 1/2 months there, he is leaving to work for Proz... Oh yeah, and anyone notice his first day of school was not at UNT but at Northlake?...just another little change...
Have I ever mentioned I am a person who likes consistancy and predictablity? Making this last year a tough one for me (and for Marcus). I do think, however, that his new position at Proz will be a more permanant one (and by permanant I mean until he starts Med school in 2 years...fingers crossed).
Though it may seem like it, I am not writing this post to complain. Just to announce we have yet another big change happening in our life. I am actually quite amazed at how fortunate we have been this past year. Through all the job hires and lay-offs (or leaves) Marcus has not gone a full day being unemployed. In this economy that amazes me. We've certainly had some fun adventures and learned lots of new things, but mostly just learned how much we really do like consistancy and predictability.
Remember when we moved to Irving, Texas a year ago so Marcus could go to UNT and work for Zerorez? Remember how he left Zerorez after just a few days so he could take another job at Mayday? Remember how we moved from Irving to Lewisville after just 75 days or so? Remember how Mayday cancelled their summer sales program Marcus had been hired to manage after he'd been there just 8 months? Remember how that forced him to quit that job and lead him to take a position working for Allegiance instead? Guess what? After just 4 1/2 months there, he is leaving to work for Proz... Oh yeah, and anyone notice his first day of school was not at UNT but at Northlake?...just another little change...
Have I ever mentioned I am a person who likes consistancy and predictablity? Making this last year a tough one for me (and for Marcus). I do think, however, that his new position at Proz will be a more permanant one (and by permanant I mean until he starts Med school in 2 years...fingers crossed).
Though it may seem like it, I am not writing this post to complain. Just to announce we have yet another big change happening in our life. I am actually quite amazed at how fortunate we have been this past year. Through all the job hires and lay-offs (or leaves) Marcus has not gone a full day being unemployed. In this economy that amazes me. We've certainly had some fun adventures and learned lots of new things, but mostly just learned how much we really do like consistancy and predictability.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Why My Blog Has Become So Boring:
Because I rarely keep it up anymore. Let's see if I can change that.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Every Once In A While
...something comes along that completely lifts my spirit, brings a giant smile to my soul, and makes me feel like life's so worth living. This song makes me feel that way.
(ok, maybe that was a bit dramatic, but seriously, I'm loving this song!)
(ok, maybe that was a bit dramatic, but seriously, I'm loving this song!)
Sunday, August 30, 2009
James' New Word
Take a minute and look at the sweet picture of my little James over on my side bar. Now imagine his arm stretched out towards you with his little finger pointed. What does he have to say? "DIE...".
Yep. That's James' favorite new word. He likes to say it very loudly. So sad. But a little funny.
Yep. That's James' favorite new word. He likes to say it very loudly. So sad. But a little funny.
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Marcus' First Day(s) of School
Marcus went back to school this last Monday...and Tuesday (kind of)...and today. It hasn't gone quite as he planned thus far, but he's been excited nonetheless.Monday night he attended his first physics lab. Tuesday he went to his chemistry lab. A few minutes before the chemistry lecture portion started he came down with quite the stomach bug. Needless to say, that was the end of his first day back to school. I think he was more crushed about missing classes than he was about being sick!
SO
Today he's off to school to give this whole "first day of class" thing another try. Good luck Marcus! Hope you have some good old science-loving fun! The bummer for me is that I won't see him until 9:00 tonight...and he left just after 7:00 am. Boo hoo :(
Monday, August 17, 2009
"I Am A Dinosaur!"
Connor was
hilarious
at the dentist today. The doctor had me give him Valium an hour before going in and then they gave him Nitrus while he was being worked on. They told me that combination usually makes kids quite sleepy and they just lay there dreaming throughout the procedure (cavity fillings), but it made Connor loopy as all get up!
He talked and talked and talked and talked! Giggled his little belly off, and kept us all smiling. My favorite part was when he suddenly announced, "I am a dinosaur...a T-Rex...grrrr"! He continued to tell us over and over again that he was, in fact, a dino. His body movements were so slow and fluid...and dinosaur-ish. I'm sure it's a "had to be there" moment, but it was awesome.
I have to take a moment to give my Dentist props. We were in and out in under 20 minutes with two cavities filled and a little boy who could feel his entire mouth again. That's amazing compared to my own past dentist experiences.
Anyway, as good as the visit was, here's to hoping we don't ever have to go for fillings again!
hilarious
at the dentist today. The doctor had me give him Valium an hour before going in and then they gave him Nitrus while he was being worked on. They told me that combination usually makes kids quite sleepy and they just lay there dreaming throughout the procedure (cavity fillings), but it made Connor loopy as all get up!
He talked and talked and talked and talked! Giggled his little belly off, and kept us all smiling. My favorite part was when he suddenly announced, "I am a dinosaur...a T-Rex...grrrr"! He continued to tell us over and over again that he was, in fact, a dino. His body movements were so slow and fluid...and dinosaur-ish. I'm sure it's a "had to be there" moment, but it was awesome.
I have to take a moment to give my Dentist props. We were in and out in under 20 minutes with two cavities filled and a little boy who could feel his entire mouth again. That's amazing compared to my own past dentist experiences.
Anyway, as good as the visit was, here's to hoping we don't ever have to go for fillings again!
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Our First Texaversary
It has been exactly one year since our little family moved to Texas. I've gotta say, it feels like an accomplishment to have made it to this point!
I'm not sure how to accurately express what this last year has been like...so I don't think I'll really try.
Let me just say that Marcus and I were talking the other night about the whole thing and we both agreed that if we knew then what we know now we probably wouldn't have ever come...We were anticipating several changes with the move, but had no idea how many changes we were really in for. BUT we also agreed that we don't regret it. It's a good thing that we came (so we're happy we didn't know then what we know now)!
Our marriage is stronger than it was a year ago, I feel I'm a better mother than I was a year ago, we've learned to rely on the Lord more and have faith in the plan we believe He has for us, I know I've grown a lot myself, and Marcus and I have more clarity as to what we want for our future...so it's hard to regret the move that helped all these good things happen. We've been incredibly blessed.
I look forward to this next year! I'm sure a few more changes are in store...(and I don't think I like change quite as much as I thought I did, unfortunately) BUT maybe there will be lots of good changes.
SO
Here's to hoping this next year will be a great one...(fingers crossed)!
I'm not sure how to accurately express what this last year has been like...so I don't think I'll really try.
Let me just say that Marcus and I were talking the other night about the whole thing and we both agreed that if we knew then what we know now we probably wouldn't have ever come...We were anticipating several changes with the move, but had no idea how many changes we were really in for. BUT we also agreed that we don't regret it. It's a good thing that we came (so we're happy we didn't know then what we know now)!
Our marriage is stronger than it was a year ago, I feel I'm a better mother than I was a year ago, we've learned to rely on the Lord more and have faith in the plan we believe He has for us, I know I've grown a lot myself, and Marcus and I have more clarity as to what we want for our future...so it's hard to regret the move that helped all these good things happen. We've been incredibly blessed.
I look forward to this next year! I'm sure a few more changes are in store...(and I don't think I like change quite as much as I thought I did, unfortunately) BUT maybe there will be lots of good changes.
SO
Here's to hoping this next year will be a great one...(fingers crossed)!
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Is Summer Really Coming to an End Already?
It seems like summer always has a way of flying by, and this year is no exception! I can hardly believe that Marcus starts school just one week from Monday...where on earth did the time go?
Well, I've missed the opportunity to blog about a lot of things...and I'm way too far behind to even want to think about catching up. There is one thing, however, that I just can't resist sharing with you all, and that's my sweet baby James' 1st birthday.
On July 25 James turned the big numero 1! We celebrated in Utah with my family a month early and celebrated here in Texas with friends and family on the big day.
A few fun facts about James at 1 year old:
*He 19 lb 2 oz...6th percentile.
*He is 28.1 in...7th percentile.
*Wears size 3 diapers.
*Wears size 6-12m clothes.
*Wears size 3 shoes.
*Sleeps 11-12 hours each night.
*Takes one or two naps a day...usually 3 hours total.
*He's walking very well by himself, but chooses to crawl about half the time still.
*Climbs on everything and has NO fear!
*Climbs up the stairs to the big slide at our playground and goes down by himself...this terrifies, but amazes me at the same time!
*He loves eating almost anything.
*Prefers juice to milk, but I'm working on that one.
*Says Mama, Dada, Up, Night-night, Bye-bye, and No.
*SCREECHES, SHRIEKS, and SCREAMS in the most incredible high pitches...OUCH!
*Is generally a happy, sweet little boy who love to cuddle and get kisses.
*Loves Elmo.
*LOVES his stuffed monkey's and puppy.
*Loves his kitties, though they're not quite as keen of him.
*Loves his big brother, Daddy, and Mommy.
AND
We love him! Happy first birthday Sweet Baby James!
Well, I've missed the opportunity to blog about a lot of things...and I'm way too far behind to even want to think about catching up. There is one thing, however, that I just can't resist sharing with you all, and that's my sweet baby James' 1st birthday.
On July 25 James turned the big numero 1! We celebrated in Utah with my family a month early and celebrated here in Texas with friends and family on the big day.
A few fun facts about James at 1 year old:
*He 19 lb 2 oz...6th percentile.
*He is 28.1 in...7th percentile.
*Wears size 3 diapers.
*Wears size 6-12m clothes.
*Wears size 3 shoes.
*Sleeps 11-12 hours each night.
*Takes one or two naps a day...usually 3 hours total.
*He's walking very well by himself, but chooses to crawl about half the time still.
*Climbs on everything and has NO fear!
*Climbs up the stairs to the big slide at our playground and goes down by himself...this terrifies, but amazes me at the same time!
*He loves eating almost anything.
*Prefers juice to milk, but I'm working on that one.
*Says Mama, Dada, Up, Night-night, Bye-bye, and No.
*SCREECHES, SHRIEKS, and SCREAMS in the most incredible high pitches...OUCH!
*Is generally a happy, sweet little boy who love to cuddle and get kisses.
*Loves Elmo.
*LOVES his stuffed monkey's and puppy.
*Loves his kitties, though they're not quite as keen of him.
*Loves his big brother, Daddy, and Mommy.
AND
We love him! Happy first birthday Sweet Baby James!
Monday, August 10, 2009
The True Purpose of Band Aids
It seems that although Connor has recently become obsessed with wearing a band aid, he does not understand their true purpose.
Today he hurt his foot and it started bleeding a little bit. I ran over and got a band aid to slap on it after washing it up. HE FREAKED OUT and told me "band aids do not go on bleeding spots!"
I guess it is a hard concept to grasp after all.
Today he hurt his foot and it started bleeding a little bit. I ran over and got a band aid to slap on it after washing it up. HE FREAKED OUT and told me "band aids do not go on bleeding spots!"
I guess it is a hard concept to grasp after all.
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