I realized that I didn't write about me and Mike's celebrations for our anniversary and for Valentine's Day. For our anniversary dinner, we went to the restaurant at Inn on the Creek in Midway, which is where we had our first dinner as a married couple. We reminisced on the way up about our wedding day and how wonderful it was. Our romantic anniversary dinner was on Valentine's Day (because the 15th was a Sunday), so I suppose it was our Valentine's celebration, as well. I don't know. It doesn't matter, because it was pretty much just a weekend of love. On Monday (President's Day) we had a homemade romantic dinner- filet mignon, broiled asparagus, and mashed potatoes. And crème brulée for dessert. It was delicious. Mike also got me a very awesome valentine/anniversary gift- Flight of the Conchords' first season on DVD, as well as their soundtrack. It 's so great. I'm a little bit proud of what I got him, too- a bb gun. It's come in handy so far- he uses it to scare cats off our property (not kill them).
So that all was two weeks ago. Last weekend was the baby shower that my in-laws threw for me. It was lovely. I wish I had pictures of it, but I also wish I had pictures of anything, and it's no one's fault but my own. I'm going to go take a picture right now of all the stuff I got there, because it's all so adorable and cute and soft. Oh boy, do I ever love soft baby things. Also, I would definitely recommend the sugar cookies from Smart Cookie- they use cream cheese frosting and are fantastic (thanks, Kati!). Mom J and I had also gone fabric shopping the week before to pick out stuff for a baby quilt, which we tied at the shower and which I love. I've always loved fabric stores, since I was little and would go with my mom, and picking out fabric for this project was so so fun. I can't wait until the day I learn to quilt (perhaps as soon as this fall!). Anyway, thanks to everyone for making it such a lovely evening- it was wonderful seeing you all (especially Kerry and Becca- they were both in town for Ann's birthday). Anyway, hooray for babies and showers and another one this weekend!
Uhg, I can't find the camera-to-computer cord. Next time, pictures.
Friday, February 27, 2009
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Two years? Really?
Me and Mike's 2 year anniversary was this last Sunday, on the 15th. I can't believe it's been two years; it doesn't feel like it's been that long at all. I suppose Mike is just an easy guy to be married to. He is also exceptionally handsome. When I really think about it, I guess I can be convinced that it's been that long. We got married the last semester of my undergrad years, and when I think how long ago those classes seem, then it almost feels like we've been married for 10 years. But that's just because I can't believe I ever took an early english literature class- I swear I've only learned about geology since high school. I remember living in Alpine, in Kati and Jon's basement. Man, Alpine is so far away from everything. Then we lived in the Ivie's apartment, but I can't believe we were there for almost a whole year. And now we've lived in Lehi for over 6 months. Whoa. I feel like we've accomplished a lot in these last two years. When I say that, I mostly mean this baby that's on the way, but there are other things too, I'm sure.
What I wanted to say with this post, really, is that I'm so very glad I'm married to Mike. He has been a wonderful friend/companion/husband/partner/buddy/provider/confidant/lifter of heavy things and opener of stuck jars for these past two years, and I'm sure things will just keep getting better.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
For Rachel...
Rachel tagged me in one of her notes on facebook, but since I don't write notes on facebook, I will put it here. The rules are that you post 25 random things, habits, facts, or goals about yourselft, then tag 25 people. I tag everyone that is in my blogs I visit list (I think there's probably around 25). So, here we go...
1. I love candy so much. I will eat it until my tongue is raw (example: a night or two ago, I ate half a bag of the sweethearts Valentine's Day candy).
2. (Related to number 1)- My mouth holds artificial dyes like no one else I've ever met. Eight ounces of blue powerade will dye my tongue, teether, and lips bright blue and it will last about 12 hours (me and my roommates figured that out my freshman year). Even brushing my teeth doesn't help.
3. I was 21 before I took my first plane ride (that I remember, at least- I went to Hawaii when I was 2).
4. I've fallen off a galloping horse (I was 10).
5. Before I settled on majoring in geology, I considered journalism, veterinary medicine, architecture, and music teaching.
6. Mike and I never fight.
7. I have a goal to run a half marathon (or at least be fit enough to) between each child I have. This August and the Provo River Half Marathon will be the first test of that.
8. I can pick split ends out of my hair for hours (obviously time for a haircut).
9. I'm a really fast reader; I breeze through books like it's my job (so does Mike).
10. 12:34 and 11:11 are my favorite times. It's very satisfying for me when I look at a (digital) clock and it's one of those two.
11. I'm ultra-sensitive about people either being mad at me or being disappointed in me (I was like this when I was little and just never grew out of it).
12. I'm super meticulous about how I fold laundry. Mike doesn't help me anymore because I would always just have to "fix" what he folded, anyway.
13. I lisp when I say "j," "g," "sh," and "ch" noises.
14. Mike and I both want 6 kids.
15. I lose my temper really quickly when I drive.
16. I have a cat, but prefer dogs (and will get one once I'm done with school).
17. I worked at the Yogurt Parlor when I was in high school and since I've been pregnant have craved something from there at least once a week. Too bad they closed 4 years ago.
18. I really love cooking, but I don't do it if the kitchen's messy.
19. In high school, I got voted "most likely to never grow up."
20. I never used to be a big TV watcher, but now I never miss the Office, Pushing Daisies (well, I never missed one- I'm sad it's cancelled), or 24.
21. I'm a total packrat. I have a hard time throwing away old school stuff, especially.
22. I've never gotten a ticket (a moving violation), despite being pulled over multiple times.
23. I can listen to my favorite songs over and over and over again. I mean I'll put it on repeat and listen to it for an entire day.
24. I want to learn how to sew. I can do basic stuff, but I think it would be neat to be really good at it.
25. I like having someone yell at me when I work out. I used to go to classes at the AF Rec Center and my favorite teacher was a kickboxing instructor who would yell at you and come push on your punching bag while you were hitting it. If I was going to be on Biggest Loser, I would want Jillian to be my trainer because she's so mean when she trains. I think it's awesome.
I accidentally deleted this when fixing a mistake I noticed, so that's why it's now after the "Taking Bets" blog instead of before it. I'm glad I typed this one up in Word.
1. I love candy so much. I will eat it until my tongue is raw (example: a night or two ago, I ate half a bag of the sweethearts Valentine's Day candy).
2. (Related to number 1)- My mouth holds artificial dyes like no one else I've ever met. Eight ounces of blue powerade will dye my tongue, teether, and lips bright blue and it will last about 12 hours (me and my roommates figured that out my freshman year). Even brushing my teeth doesn't help.
3. I was 21 before I took my first plane ride (that I remember, at least- I went to Hawaii when I was 2).
4. I've fallen off a galloping horse (I was 10).
5. Before I settled on majoring in geology, I considered journalism, veterinary medicine, architecture, and music teaching.
6. Mike and I never fight.
7. I have a goal to run a half marathon (or at least be fit enough to) between each child I have. This August and the Provo River Half Marathon will be the first test of that.
8. I can pick split ends out of my hair for hours (obviously time for a haircut).
9. I'm a really fast reader; I breeze through books like it's my job (so does Mike).
10. 12:34 and 11:11 are my favorite times. It's very satisfying for me when I look at a (digital) clock and it's one of those two.
11. I'm ultra-sensitive about people either being mad at me or being disappointed in me (I was like this when I was little and just never grew out of it).
12. I'm super meticulous about how I fold laundry. Mike doesn't help me anymore because I would always just have to "fix" what he folded, anyway.
13. I lisp when I say "j," "g," "sh," and "ch" noises.
14. Mike and I both want 6 kids.
15. I lose my temper really quickly when I drive.
16. I have a cat, but prefer dogs (and will get one once I'm done with school).
17. I worked at the Yogurt Parlor when I was in high school and since I've been pregnant have craved something from there at least once a week. Too bad they closed 4 years ago.
18. I really love cooking, but I don't do it if the kitchen's messy.
19. In high school, I got voted "most likely to never grow up."
20. I never used to be a big TV watcher, but now I never miss the Office, Pushing Daisies (well, I never missed one- I'm sad it's cancelled), or 24.
21. I'm a total packrat. I have a hard time throwing away old school stuff, especially.
22. I've never gotten a ticket (a moving violation), despite being pulled over multiple times.
23. I can listen to my favorite songs over and over and over again. I mean I'll put it on repeat and listen to it for an entire day.
24. I want to learn how to sew. I can do basic stuff, but I think it would be neat to be really good at it.
25. I like having someone yell at me when I work out. I used to go to classes at the AF Rec Center and my favorite teacher was a kickboxing instructor who would yell at you and come push on your punching bag while you were hitting it. If I was going to be on Biggest Loser, I would want Jillian to be my trainer because she's so mean when she trains. I think it's awesome.
I accidentally deleted this when fixing a mistake I noticed, so that's why it's now after the "Taking Bets" blog instead of before it. I'm glad I typed this one up in Word.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Taking bets
My family makes bets on everything (well, pretty much just mission calls) and it's way fun. I would like to hear all your guesses on when this baby's going to born, as well as how much she'll weigh. Whoever is closest will win a prize (so there will be two winners, one for each category). Anyway, leave your guesses (as well as your spouse's/kid's guesses) in the comments and I'll keep track of them and we'll find out who wins. As a reminder, my due date is March 29th.
To get it started, my guess is that she'll be born March 30th at 2:30 in the afternoon and she'll be 8lbs 4oz. Mike guesses that she'll be born April 1st at 2:00 AM and she'll be 8lbs 0oz.
To get it started, my guess is that she'll be born March 30th at 2:30 in the afternoon and she'll be 8lbs 4oz. Mike guesses that she'll be born April 1st at 2:00 AM and she'll be 8lbs 0oz.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Stuff has been happening...
...just nothing huge. Mike and I had a wonderful, relaxed Christmas break and were able to spend lots of time with both our families and with each other. He got me a couple really thoughtful gifts that I love, and we both pretty much stuck to the budget. There was tons of great food, which Mike was especially excited about since he missed out on it last Christmas (because he got super sick Christmas Eve). I especially loved my family's Christmas buffet -- my mom had made tons of won-tons (I could eat a million), Nate and Ki brought authentic Texas-style brisket (yum), and Trav and Debbie brought like a gourmet cheese plate (I love fancy cheese so so much). Everything was delicious. Oh boy. I'm already excited for next year's. Another highlight of Christmas break was getting to talk to Jessica on Christmas; we miss her. It's crazy to think that she'll be home in less than 6 months (hooray!). I just realized that on Mother's Day, we'll get to talk to Jessica AND Conner (at least I think we'll get to talk to Conner- he might still be in the MTC and I don't think they get their phone call if they're there). Hooray for missionaries!
This is one of the only photos we took over Christmas break, so I thought I should probably stick it up here.
Well, I guess Christmas break is over (boo). Mike has started classes again (he did really well last semester, by the way), and I'm back to TAing PS110B and working on my thesis. I don't have to take any classes this semester, which is fortunate, because Baby is due two weeks before finals. Mike and I are still leaning towards the name Miriam Elizabeth (this way, backwards her initails will be J-E-M, woot for geology, minerals, etc.). I keep trying to think of back up names just in case we have her and decide she's not a Miriam, but so far Mike has not approved the other options I've presented. Lately, I decided I like the name Ella a lot, but Mike says that it only sounds like a half name. I actually always wanted to name a girl Bella, but now, after the Twilight books, I'm staying away from that one. I'm so mad Stephanie Meyer ruined that name for me.
Other baby news -- we're so excited. March seems a lot closer now that it's the new year. Only 2.5 months and we'll meet our daughter. Despite not being born yet, she is making her presence known. Mike can feel her kicking and moving much more often and more easily than he has been able to previously, and I feel her almost constantly now. Sometimes, when nothing exciting is going on for me, I just stare at my tummy and watch it move -- still a weird sensation.
That's it for us, really. We're back to the school/work grind, but still having a great time.
This is one of the only photos we took over Christmas break, so I thought I should probably stick it up here.Well, I guess Christmas break is over (boo). Mike has started classes again (he did really well last semester, by the way), and I'm back to TAing PS110B and working on my thesis. I don't have to take any classes this semester, which is fortunate, because Baby is due two weeks before finals. Mike and I are still leaning towards the name Miriam Elizabeth (this way, backwards her initails will be J-E-M, woot for geology, minerals, etc.). I keep trying to think of back up names just in case we have her and decide she's not a Miriam, but so far Mike has not approved the other options I've presented. Lately, I decided I like the name Ella a lot, but Mike says that it only sounds like a half name. I actually always wanted to name a girl Bella, but now, after the Twilight books, I'm staying away from that one. I'm so mad Stephanie Meyer ruined that name for me.
Other baby news -- we're so excited. March seems a lot closer now that it's the new year. Only 2.5 months and we'll meet our daughter. Despite not being born yet, she is making her presence known. Mike can feel her kicking and moving much more often and more easily than he has been able to previously, and I feel her almost constantly now. Sometimes, when nothing exciting is going on for me, I just stare at my tummy and watch it move -- still a weird sensation.
That's it for us, really. We're back to the school/work grind, but still having a great time.
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