Oh the Stress!



For those of you that know me pretty well, you all know that I am quite the stresser. When things don't go as planned immediate stress sets in. Let me explain, we built a twin home, rented one side and have been living in the other for almost two years now. We did this as an investment. Once the rental thing only caused problems we decided to sale the entire twin home. So last year we had both houses on the market for the entire year, and some. We had zero bites, I could probably count the number of people that walked through it. So we took it off the market through the winter and decided to put the rental back on this February. It was listed for a week and we had an offer. Great!!! Except they made the offer on our half. Okay, not so bad except where do we go now. Everything was fine and dandy until closing date got closer. My entire house packed and ready to move and then the news that there were complications at closing. Oh, no!!! So After a lot of figuring things out we now have a new closing date. I have been living in boxes for two weeks now and am just crossing my fingers things are still on track. And to top it off. The only place we could find nice enough (and that is not being picky, just realistic) was a place that doesn't allow animals. We have to now find good homes for our dogs and cat. I don't think this move could have ran any smoother. I keep hoping it is all for the better! I guess time will tell.

Tag Nick!!



How did we meet: In my apartment at college. He kept coming over to see his cousin. (or so I thought)

How long we have been married: 6 years

What's my favorite feature about him: Brown Eyes, Body!!

What's my favorite quality about him: Happy, Full of energy


What's his nickname: Nicker Bocker

What's his favorite color: Blue

What's his favorite food: Pizza, Pizza and more Pizza.

What's his favorite sport: Football

First kiss when and where: A party at his house in college. He bet me a dollar he could kiss me without using his lips. I got the dollar!!

Favorite couple thing to do: Go camping or four wheeler rides. ( I bet we all know what Nick would say!! Get it on!!)

How many kids: two, Brayden and Jaycie

Hidden Talent: His snort is quite impressive.

Favorite music: Nickleback,Gotta be somebody!!

What I admire most about him: Integrity, the way he loves me.

His favorite past time: Golfing, rock climbing, kayaking

Will he read this: I don't know, we'll see.

I tag: Lacey, Brandy, Lisa, Aubrey

Fun in McCall!!

Another year in McCall, this time with our kids and two other families. Last year we went to McCall to see the ice sculptures and did so many fun things that the kids would love, we decided this year, to take them with us. We had a lot of fun. We got to see some amazing ice sculptures. Rode on a horse drawn sleigh to see elk. And of course sledding. This was the winner of fun for my kids. The very first time we got to the top of the hill, Brayden wanted to go by himself. We of course, protecting our child from a very steep, fast, hill told him he had to go with us first. We all laughed hysterically going down. By the end Brayden went by himself and loved every minute of it. He thought that was amazing. After each run, before we even got out of the tubes, Jaycie would be saying "gin mom gin". We all had a blast.

This ice sculpture was the largest and had so much detail around the whole thing. It is amazing what these artists can do.

This ice sculpture was outside our hotel. Very neat. On the inside on the castle was a king and queen sitting on their thrones.

This was just a cute bear fishing.

Us with the Elk. It is crazy how close they get to you. They eat the hay right out from under your seat. There was a couple of bulls but mostly cows. The bulls would get close enough to have their antlers touch your back as you were sitting there. Most of us moved to the middle and let the Elk eat but Nick was too stubborn to give up his seat. He was in a personal battle between his seat and a cow elk that kept bumping his bum to get up. Nick never gave in.

This one you can tell Brayden was a little reluctant to get so close. The mean mom I am kept pushing him closer so I could get a picture.

2008 Fun!!

Another year coming to a close! We can't complain. Life has gone very well for us this year. Healthy children and a happy home. Things may not have worked out the way we had planned but things have definitely worked out in our favor. We are very grateful for all that we have. What a wonderful year. We look forward to the new experiences and opportunities that will present themselves to us in 2009!! Happy New Year!!

Happy Anniversary!!

6 years!!! How time flies when you're having fun.

I have loved every minute of these six years. Nick has been a wonderful husband. He is truly the one that completes me. He adds such excitement to my life and makes the rough times seem so simple.

Nick still makes me laugh, even if I am rolling my eyes, he knows how to make me happy. I love what a hard worker Nick is, he never gives up and is always looking for a way to make our lives better.

Nick, thank you for such a wonderful 6 years you have made me so happy. I love you more than you know. Thank you for this life.

Happy Birthday Jaycie!

Jaycie turned 2 years old on Dec. 11. We celebrated her birthday with friends and family on Saturday. She had such a wonderful day. One of her gifts was a fairy outfit. She put it on in the morning and didn't take it off until bedtime. She definitely got spoiled. Thank you to all those that made her day so special.

I am going to share 2 things that make Jaycie so special to us. (2 for the age she turned, I really could think of more!!)

1. Jaycie has always been so full of life. She was born admiring her brother and wanting to be just like him. She never stops! We love her energy and her desire for fun.

2. She is always so happy!! She says thank you for everything. She also loves giving her mom and dad hugs. She is very friendly and has a wonderful kind heart.

Okay so I had to add a few more than two.

We love you Jaycie, Happy 2nd Birthday.

Happy Thanksgiving!!

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving this year. We went to Star Valley to spend it with the Burr family. The food was wonderful and I can say the same for the company! :) We ate and ate and then ate some more. I don't think we stopped eating all day. Nick was definitely the winner of the "most food eaten award." We couldn't believe how much he could put down. We played games, did puzzles, and of course watched football. It was a wonderful holiday weekend.

There wasn't any snow the first day we got to S.V. so we had to make do. This is us sledding down the stairs. Brayden loved it. Jaycie was just a little scared. This is Nick trying out the sleeping bag method. It hurt so bad going down. There is no cushion between the rear and the stairs. Oh the pain. And yet we kept doing it. It was a riot.

We were in the mood to sit in a hot tub but unfortunately my parents do not have one. So instead we filled up their huge tub with bubbles and of course water and created our own. Once the water was high enough we turned on the jets and oh, the bubbles went nuts. Yes, we have our swimming suits on!!! We may be crazy but not that crazy!!!

We finally got snow!! Shawn, Zach and Mia, came over for a couple hours so we got the four wheeler and pulled the kids behind it on a sled. They had so much fun jumping and diving onto the sled. Nick would slow down and let the kids get settled and then gun it so they would fly off the back. It was hilarious. The kids and Shawn had a good time.

Shawn being body slammed by Brayden!!

Brayden, Zach, and Kaiden hanging on for dear life!! Kaiden lost hold.

Nick with Jaycie and Mia!!

DOG PILE!!!

What a fun Thanksgiving. I love the Holidays!!!