Honk - Honk - I'm a Conk

Once Again.

2011-05-17T12:23:00.001-06:00

It's been too long. So much has happened! It's kind of hard to imagine that life continues to move on when the blog isn't updated huh? Well, I'm about 30 some odd days from graduating from The Police Academy! Lately we've been delving into firearms training and scenarios - which are amazing. I can see just how far I've come from Day 1, as well as how far I still have to go. The girls are

Camping w/ Corpses?

2010-06-08T15:48:00.008-06:00

Last weekend we decided to head up Diamond Fork Canyon with our awesome friends The Feltch's. We had an absolute blast and can't wait to do it again! We only stayed 1 night - even though it felt like an entire weekend... We roasted hot dogs for the kids' dinners, had steak for the adults, and (of course) had smores for dessert. This was my first time camping in a tent! Can you believe that?!

Furniture?

2010-06-08T12:52:00.001-06:00

So, I sold our kitchen table the other day because it wasn't working with my vision. There was no Feng Shui, and absolutely zero Zen... and now my house looks even more empty! AGH! My least favorite part of this whole moving up in life adventure, from apartments to owning our first home, is that you have no furniture - or at least thats how it feels. I do need to remember to take it one step at

Our Indoor Swimming Pool...

2010-06-08T09:42:00.000-06:00

Since the weather here has been scorching the past few days, my girls have wanted to hit the pool badly. But - because we have (again) become a one car family, it's not exactly easy to get ourselves places. Heather has been AMAZING at carting our butts around lately - I am so grateful for her, I don't think I could even put in into words. Anyways, back to my story... I was going to borrow Julie

I can't wait for my new camera...

2010-05-25T20:31:00.009-06:00

because the pictures off of my iPhone disappoint me. Don't worry, as soon as I have my flashy new Nikon D5000 in hand my posts will be full of gorgeous pictures! YAY!I completely understand that most blog posts are totally uninteresting without photos so, I took the time to email myself some photos of the last 2 months of living here in Somerset. Enojy!Our beautiful new home!... and my lovely new

You know how people say...

2010-05-03T13:03:00.004-06:00

...you learn something new every day?Well here are a few things I have learned/realized over the past month.I should have more confidence in my wonderful husband. He can do anything.Helena lives vicariously through her favorite movies...I will NEVER cook bacon in my kitchen without a grease screen EVER again.I have the best friends in the world.Massages are heavenly.I really enjoy chocolate ice

Hello there!?

2010-04-29T11:11:00.003-06:00

So many things have happened in the past year that I wouldn't know where to begin in updating this family blog of ours.Maybe a list?We had a nice visit from my Mom & Sister ElenaCamille came to stay with us too!Phoebe turned 1! :)We moved back to The Provo HouseRyan turned 26?Ryan had an adverse reaction to Penicillin. A drug that he has been prescribed numerous times for sinus infections -

The Hogle Zoo & Some Updates.

2009-02-25T18:19:00.005-07:00

Well, today was the last day for a Free visit to the Hogle Zoo, so the Girls and I just had to take advantage!I was supposed to meet my friend Susan at about 10am, but I didn't end up leaving my house until 11:15. I guess I just forget how long it takes me to get all 3 of us ready and out the door. We got a few minutes to chat a bit before I started the Zoo Tour and she left to go home, but it

UPGRADE -

2009-02-13T14:16:00.005-07:00

This story is simple.Since Apple announced it's release of the original iPhone a while back, my dear Ryan has wanted one desperately. I guess it was a matter of luck and awesomeness that his AT&T phone was up for upgrade during the week we got our tax return back? Hmm.Last Saturday when we went out grocery shopping we decided to stop at the Sears Grand "Going Out of Business Liquidation Sale" and

Halloween in February?

2009-02-13T10:51:00.013-07:00

I don't think so.It is Friday the 13th though!I was just browsing some of the pictures on my PC and I realized that I never posted anything about HALLOWEEN!Our Halloween was so much fun last year, and I can't wait for this year! Helena will be almost 3 and Phoebe will be almost 16 months! Crazy huh? So exciting!Helena was an Octopus this year, and Phoebe was a Flower... how fitting eh?! As you

Holy Cow.

2009-02-10T12:38:00.016-07:00

Well. It sure has been quite a while since I've updated this little Blog of mine!A lot has happened since my last post.I would write in detail, but I am afraid either one or both of my chitlins will wake up and ruin it for me (I <3 Nap Time), so I guess I'll just make a little list. Our neighbors' deck caught fire shortly after my last post. We were driving home from grocery shopping one evening

Our First Anniversary! -

2008-09-29T23:59:00.001-06:00

Yes, it is true... Ryan and I survived the first year!From what I hear, the first year is pretty trying. I don't know if it was because we came into this marriage with a child, or what, but this first year was a piece of cake! I do know that I am most certainly looking forward to a lifetime full of wonderful memories made with my Ryan.If the next 100 years (yes, I am being optimistic) are as good

Issues? Huh? -

2008-09-07T10:58:00.001-06:00

Blogspot has been having some user issues... but - have no fear, I will return shortly!

Happy Birthday to You, Happy Birthday to You, Happy Birthday Dear Ryan, Happy Birthday to YOU! -

2008-08-25T00:01:00.002-06:00

You are as old today, as there are number of beetles in this picture!HAPPY BIRTHDAY RYAN!I know we're not doing much this year, but I want you to know that I LOVE YOU MORE.

Pain? -

2008-08-23T05:53:00.007-06:00

Sitting here typing this is not very comfortable at the moment.I had nothing else to do but blog so here it goes.I've had joint issues for as long as I can remember. My back, knee and hip are the main locations.Sometimes I think that I've just got to be imagining all of my health issues, because a NORMAL 19 year old female wouldn't and shouldn't have to deal with them.I expect arthritis when I'm

The 56 Incher -

2008-08-21T16:57:00.008-06:00

As some of you may know, Ryan started his new job at Ken Garff VW not too long ago. Well, he's been "in the field" for quite a while now, and I figured that it was necessary for him to have an appropriate tool chest. He had been working for a Volkswagen dealership up in Salt Lake since June of last year; all the while having this teeny tiny rolling tool cart. Ryan is a car man, he requires many

A Bit About Our Hospital Stay -

2008-08-19T12:49:00.007-06:00

Where to begin.After I had gotten acquainted with the newest addition to my little family, I fed her until her tummy was satisfied and she drifted off to dreamland. Ryan and I basically just sat together (it seemed like forever) admiring the beautiful baby we made together.The first day we were there (the 4th), I didn't really have much pain at all from the surgery... just the God awful gas pain

04JULY08 -

2008-08-18T12:00:00.007-06:00

This is the Birth Story.Please Enjoy.As some of you may know, I had gone into Pre-Term labor at 27 weeks - so naturally, we had thought that "going into labor" at term (37+ weeks) would be no problem... guess again.We waited it out as long as we "comfortably" could... but our little flower wasn't having it. Phoebe Jo was just SO comfortable in my tum tum that she would have loved to stay put! BUT

My Madreiche's Visit to Utah -

2008-07-31T12:00:00.001-06:00

Yep, that's right! My Madre made the journey out to Utah when her second Grandchild was born, and boy was I grateful!My recovery from the C-Section was pretty rough, and I couldn't have survived the first 2 weeks without my Mama.It was really hard to see her go back to PA when her return flight date finally showed up.When her arrival flight got in to SLC, I remember thinking, "Man, this is going

Hello All -

2008-07-06T20:50:00.010-06:00

**EDIT**For those of you who have had a hard time finding my Picasa site, here is a DIRECT LINK to the album itself..04JULY08- - -I will be posting a whole blog about the 4th and everything that happened involving Phoebe's birth... but in the meantime, you can click on the little Nikon camera to the right and it'll take you to our Picasa account where you can view, order and email all the

It's Set -

2008-07-02T21:54:00.002-06:00

Our c/section is scheduled!04JULY08 @ 5am!!- - -..more updates will follow..

I'm Still Pregnant -

2008-07-01T10:01:00.002-06:00

You know whats so weird.It's that I feel like I could be this pregnant forever and I wouldn't mind.I'm getting really weird about everything.If I stopped growing now, I could handle this for a while longer.I've also been going back and forth about trying for the VBAC - and I think my doctor is confused cause he doesn't take the time to hear me out completely; maybe he just doesn't understand my

My Little Helena is Such a Little Model! -

2008-06-26T13:20:00.007-06:00

She was SO cute for the camera!

Yet Again -

2008-06-26T12:42:00.004-06:00

It's been a while since I've posted anything... the last few weeks have been rather busy.Here's a small list of things that have been happening:- We FINALLY have a working dryer! So... I get to do all the laundry my little heart desires.- I had my LAST Doctors appointment yesterday! I'm about 50-75% effaced and at about a 1 cm.- I'm still trying to decided whether I want to have a VBAC or go with

Updation -

2008-06-11T12:25:00.011-06:00

I have been so tired lately that despite going to bed early or on time, I have not been able to get up and out of bed before 9 or 10 am.. I'm usually up by 7:30 and have got myself going by at least an hour later. Oh well... it's not my fault - it's Phoebe's.I got a whole lot done while Ryan was gone, but yes, I still have more to do.I went on a mini Father's Day shopping spree at Old Navy &

Happy Friday -

2008-06-06T10:55:00.001-06:00

PAPA COMES HOME TODAY!!!

Oh So Lonely -

2008-06-03T13:04:00.004-06:00

Well... Helena and I dropped Ryan off at the airport last night for his flight out to Denver.I was a bit emotional - mainly because I know how much the babes will miss her Papa, and vice versa. This is the first time since last August that we've been apart for more than a few hours, let alone 4 overnights.. we'll see how everything goes until I pick him up on Friday! Wish Lena and I luck! HA!

Laziness? I think not -

2008-05-27T14:05:00.005-06:00

Well, once again I seem to be a bit behind with any updates or posts.. but that is not due to my usual laziness!We've been quite busy the last few weeks, and I think it'll only get worse from here on out.The whole weekend is a bit jumbled in my head, but I know at one point we took a lovely drive with Debbie & Bob up to Heber - the ride was a bit cramped with 6 people in a 5 seater car (haha)..

Daily Life -

2008-05-20T13:56:00.007-06:00

Well, last night's sleep wasn't quite as successful as I had hoped it would be.For some reason my child just did not want anything to do with sleeping - it was so strange..Ryan brought home Chadders for dinner last night.. ahhhhh heaven. They have the BEST burgers and fries - for those of you who don't know Chadders (who would, there's only one) it is EXACTLY like In-N-Out, you know the popular

It's Almost Over + Some Negativity - MAJOR EDIT

2008-05-19T13:45:00.011-06:00

A few hours after posting the 'original' entry, I realized that I just needed to get over myself.So I did.And below is what you lovely readers are left with.- - - - -Time doesn't seem to be moving quick enough for me. I know that when all is said and done, and we finally bring this baby girl home from the hospital with us - I will be sitting here, in the exact same spot thinking... "wow, that

My Mother's Day -

2008-05-12T15:40:00.015-06:00

Mother's Day is officially my FAVORITE day of the year!- - -I should start by saying that I really do have the best husband ever!#1 - He makes breakfast.. french toast, hash browns, bacon & OJ.. even though he HATES anything to do with eggs.#2 - He surprised me with the cutest little tiny baby clothes.. matching outfits for the Girls and everything!#3 - He takes me on a 'mystery drive'.. even

Oh the Horror -

2008-05-09T10:15:00.011-06:00

32 weeks.How foolish it was of me to think that I could possibly come away from this pregnancy with the same number of scars I went into it with. It is a little frustrating and disappointing, but I'm sure I'll get over it... eventually.Just the thought that I am only going to be getting bigger from here on out is very discouraging.

Oh Me Oh My -

2008-05-08T15:55:00.004-06:00

You know, I just scrubbed every single inch of my kitchen last week.and now..... filth!I guess I underestimated how difficult it was to 'keep up' with everything that needs to be done-you know, with my stay-at-home-mom role and everything.Honestly, I think I was more productive when I was working.I had more of a motivation to get things done, and I think that's only because I only had till noon

It's a Peach -

2008-05-07T13:42:00.005-06:00

whenyou're feeling stomach flu-ishHelena feels like being very loud, you've got a splitting head ache but you're too lazy to get up to get some Tylenolthe dishes need to be doneit wouldn't hurt to vacuumyou feel guilty for being rude to a woman on eBay when the package showed up earlier than expectedyou don't have too many friends aroundyou've got way too much to do before the 4th member of your

It's Been a While -

2008-05-07T13:30:00.003-06:00

Since I attempted to color my hair at home.If I remember correctly, I wasn't very successful last time...I probably should have taken a before picture or two, but oh well.During: After:I'm not sure whether or not I like it just yet, but I guess I'm stuck with it either way.