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*Giveaway now closed* For the final Uniquely December Giveaway I wanted to share with you a special Christmas gift…a few of my favorite things… First, I’m a journal junkie and happen to have a stash of new ones waiting to be used.  I picked this one out for you, along with two pens that I’m in love with. Second, don’t these look delicious? I’m resisting the urge to open the bag, take one out, and then seal it back up before I send them to you. Third, I love these socks from Target.  They’re super affordable with lots of bright colors to choose from. Fourth, some cute new earrings because jewelry always makes me feel happy. Are you getting excited? Here’s how to win: Giveaway Items:  1 Journal, 2 Pens, 1 package Ghirardelli Dark & Sea Salt Caramel Chocolates, 2 pair socks, 1 pair earrings Giveaway Information: One winner will receive entire giveaway package  Contest will begin at 12:01AM(MST) on Friday,... Read the rest of this entry »

So friends. Its been a while.  I decided to take a little hiatus from the electronic world to spend time with family, and refresh my mind. I think everyone should take a break from the “virtual” world everyone once in a while. It really gives you a chance to reconnect with the most important things in life.  But…I wasn’t idle on my “time off”. I LOVE the holidays. The food, the smells, the crafts, the time with family. Oh the holidays.  wrap books to make a wrapping paper Christmas tree crumple paper and stack it on a tall stick!  Read More →

24. I am grateful for completely normal family gatherings. And teeth. Oh man, the teeeeeth. The night before Thanksgiving, I had a terrible dream where all of my teeth fell out. In front of the man of dreams, no less. How embarrassing. Anyway, I only had my front teeth, 4 in total, and it was one of those dreams where even the tactile sensations are vivid. No teeth was weird. And terrifying. So  Read More →

Another update installment, oookay? The beginning of summer is always a blissful time for me. I love the newness of the weather and all the events that come with it.  After I returned from Utah, Sister graduated!! Then she moved home for a bit to work in a salon before our trip to California. The first day she was home, we went on an 8 mile evening bike ride along the river by our house. Divine.  Read More →

We celebrated our first Anniversary just the other day! Since we were in the small town of Wheatland where the luxurious hotels are sparce and the we were already living in the motel 6 we decided to be all ‘north face’ and go camping! Judge all you want on whethere this classifies as a fun romantic anniversary or not- but you know we handled it- it was both fun and romantic! We drove to Hartville, which is a little historic town in Wyoming for dinner. It was so fun, and Jeff claims it blew Ruth’s Chris out of the water! And then we went camping, and it was too dark to set up a tent… so we decided to sleep in the car and I got realy cozy with all the buggis! It was so pretty and an experience we will never forget! And we also set the car alarm off twice! Once at 1:00 AM and couldn’t find the keys and again at 7:00 AM. Yay for wake up calls! We drove home and stopped for yummy breakfast on the way!  Read More →

HAPPY FIRST ANNIVERSARY TO US! It is crazy to think how it has already been one year! But when we think back on everything, we realize we really fit a lot in actually. And learned a lot. Our wedding day was our dream come true. Honeymooning in DR We Moved into our First apartment first time ever living away from home- besides Jeff’s mission (doesn’t count). And besides my semester in the ChiO where I paid to sleep at my parents house. … I’m sorry I only have pictures of the bedroom. Weird I know- we’re getting uber personal and intimate. Of course we went to St. George. It’s like a rule if you live in SLC you have to go to S.G. once a year. Self explanatory. But we went to the fair in SL and in Ft. Collins. Most importantly though- my fav! The Zoo came back to Shivers. I’ll be honest I never liked candyland- it was gross how they had all that old candy on the wall, and the train never fit in. But the zoo is so cute. I started eating... Read the rest of this entry »

A year ago today, I was packing for my honeymoon in the dark. My wedding was at my house, in my backyard and the power was out. For 12 hours. A truck had pulled down the power line. I was in hysterics. My friends came over to see me- I cried, Jeff’s family came over- I cried, If anyone mentioned the power being out- I cried. I packed a little bag to get ready at a friends. I also went to bed at 2 AM, woke up at 4 and went to check on the power and found people sneaking in my swimming pool, Thought they were stealing wedding decorations. It was a rough night. But I woke to power the next day and thank goodness it was the night before and not the night of.  Read More →

Today is the 24 of July, the day we members of the LDS church celebrate the arrival of the Mormon pioneers into the Salt Lake Valley in 1847.  In church we sang pioneer songs, and heard talks about the pioneers.  Later this evening, we traveled to the temple and walked around the grounds which I think is a great way to commemorate the day.  Read More →

Wow, it’s been too long since I’ve written!  The Fourth of July is past, and Cassandra’s baby shower is coming up! On Saturday before the fourth, Brian and I worked concessions for the city’s Fourth of July event.  It was fun because we were done by 8:30 and got to watch the concert and the fireworks.  It was such a fun date and we ended up making money instead of spending money on tickets!  I discovered that the event is much more fun when I am not wondering if I got my money’s worth.  Ha ha. Monday, the Fourth, was planned and perfectly carried out by Brian, the ultimate Fourth of July afficionado.  First we went to the good old neighborhood breakfast at the church pavilion.  Next we braved the parade.  You may think it’s almost impossible to find a spot to watch the parade without camping out the night before.  Well, it is almost impossible, but not for Brian.  He dropped us off near the end of the parade and drove... Read the rest of this entry »

“I am certain that, however great the hardships and the trials which loom ahead,  our America will endure and the cause of human freedom will triumph” -Cordell Hull, Secretary of State 1933-1944  Read More →

The other day, it was Jontathan’s birthday and he is 21 years old.  Today we are having cake and ice cream in celebration.  Jonathan has been busy hurting our ears with his cap gun, messing up our shed with his throwing knives, and getting Thomas in trouble with fireworks.  Ha ha. Everyone will be here to celebrate today including Brian, Matthew, Miriam, Katrina, Thomas, and me.  In addition to that, he got a card from his Grandma and from Cassandra and Emerson.  Yesterday Brian and I took Jonathan to lunch at Braza Express where we had a fun time stuffing our faces with tons of meat.   Jonathan’s birthday gifts so far include money from me and Brian, fireworks and jerky from Thomas, and a cap gun and caps from Katrina.  If we could give Jonathan anything in the world, Brian would insure that he would have enough money to go as far as he wants in college and a car.  Katrina would give him whatever bass guitar and high tech equipment... Read the rest of this entry »

When we think of the Fourth of July, images of fireworks, flags and barbecues come to mind. It’s also a great time to talk to our children about the founding of our country and why we celebrate Independence Day. As we teach our children about America’s independence, we can help foster an attitude of gratitude for those who have sacrificed for our freedom.  Visit the Library  Your local library has many picture books about the Fourth of July and the Founding Fathers. Listen to Patriotic Music Together Visit a Historical Site, if Possible Start a Conversation With little children, explain that we celebrate America’s birthday on Independence Day. As children grow older, talk to them about what independence means. Read and Discuss the Declaration of Independence Together Rent a Movie about an American Heroine or Hero Find Fun Fourth of July Activities Help children make a flag out of construction paper or felt while talking... Read the rest of this entry »