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Thursday, August 28, 2014

Our week of craziness- August 12th-18th 2013

Monday, August 12th
The week started with waking up in our house for the last time.
We spent the day packing up what was left, and that evening some family members from Tim's side helped us load up our U haul boxes. We didn't get everything,  but what was left was small and would take us no time. It was about 10:30 pm by the time all was said and done. We packed up our stuff and moved over to Tim's parents'.




Tuesday, August 13th
We ate breakfast and then went shopping for some slacks that Tim needed for work. We also found him a few new shirts. Then we headed out to the house to finish packing, but had to be back to the parents to feed Kohl and eat dinner, so we did that and headed back to our house where our U haul boxes where gone. It was upsetting because we weren't finished loading them, and neither one of us had called to schedule them for pick up. By this time the store was closed, and we had to wait until morning to get the issue resolved. I went ahead and packed up the little that was left,  and then we went back to his parents to go to bed.

Wednesday,  August 14th
By the time I got up about 9am Tim had contacted U haul, and our boxes were back at our house. So after breakfast we went straight out and loaded the last of our things. Took us about an hour, and we were done.
That afternoon I got to take a nap, a pretty long one as well as Kohl, and Tim. I sure love naps. When we woke it was time to drop off Kohl with Tim's sister so that we could have our last date night for a few weeks.
We went to Union Grill in Ogden. It's a popular place to dine at. We had a good time, with good food, and yummy desserts,  and excellent service. Then we went back to get Kohl and had even more fun talking with Jenny and her family. This would be the last time for Tim as he was leaving for Texas.

Thursday, August 15th
Today was a big day. We were flying out to Texas to get Tim settled to start his New job on Monday, as well as find a house to rent that accommodated us with 2 dogs, and buy a car for Tim. We started early getting up. Ate breakfast with his parents.  Then we drove down to drop off our precious little boy with my parents, and then we were on our way.
We parked the car in one of those long term parking lots, and were shuttled up to the airport terminal. Checked in our bags, went through security check, and then we waited. 
It seemed like a long time, but it wasn't. However they were experiencing some minor problems. They had to get another plane because the original one had hit a bird strike and blew out an engine. Then they were over booked and asked if we'd take the later flight non-stop. We said fine, but then later we were called back to the desk where they were able to keep us on the existing flight, however the flight was delayed by 45 minutes.
We finally get off, and were in Denver in what seemed like 30 minutes, but took 60. We landed,  and sorta panicked as our connecting flight was scheduled to leave right as we pulled up. Thankfully they were running behind, and we connected flights.
We were then up and on our way to Dallas/Fort Worth. That took another 80 minutes.
The sun was starting to set when we landed,  and everything looked amazing. We got our bags, and our rental car and we were off to finding our hotel with out mobile GPS. That was some what stressful, but we made it and after we checked in we went looking for some place to eat. After many turns, and trial by error we found Chili's and decided to eat there.

Friday, August 16th
We got free breakfast which wasn't all too bad. I really loved the bagels. Yummy! Then we checked out of the hotel and waited for our realtor Tracy, whom by the way is awesome, to pick us up. 
I don't remember why, but we ended up going and meeting her at her office instead. We found a house that we really liked and started to fill out the applications, but right as we finished them Tracy got a call that the house already went. Crap! So she got back online and looked for a few more and we went back out looking.  Found another great house, however they won't allow our dogs. Load of crap! So we're back to square one. By this time we were all tired, and so we ended for the day. That evening Tracy sent a few more possibilities thru email, and there was one that looked promising wanted to possibly check it out Saturday.
Tired but with too much to take care of we were off to Best Buy where we bought a Tom Tom GPS to help us navigate Texas's strange roads, then using our new toy we took off to Carmax to buy Tim a car.
He picked out something I never thought he'd choose, but he seemed to really like which is a Chevy Cobalt in orange. It had low miles and was in our price range. It was perfect for what he needs.
Once we drove off with a new car, it was to the grocery store for a few essential items Tim was going to need for the next 2 Weeks. I was beat! I was really missing my baby, but my family was sweet to send me some pictures....


Saturday,  August 17th
After a long somewhat good nights sleep, Tim and I went to I HOP for some breakfast. We got a call from Tracy about the house we saw from the listing from the night before, and talking of going out to see it. She said she'd call us back. We ate breakfast and then went back to the hotel were I decided I needed a nap. Took a nap and about 1 1/2 later got a call from Tracy saying we were late... some where communication got mixed or misinterpreted,  but we drove out to look at the property without Tracy since she had another appointment.  From the outside it looked great, but the inside was very unappealing. I just didn't feel comfortable with it, so we were done with houses for the weekend.  Total bust for me, since that was my main goal while I was there. We stopped for dinner on our way back.

Sunday, August 18th
It was our last day together for 2 weeks. It was time for me to head back to Utah to finish things there before we all moved to Texas. It was an emotional day for me. I have never been away from Tim for longer then a day. Imagining the next 2 weeks with out him was hard. We enjoyed the day finishing up errands to make sure Tim was settled, and he took me out for a special treat to Olive Garden before I had to catch my flight. It was such a romantic meal for us. I couldn't stop staring at him, and he'd smile right back at me. Dreadfully we said our farewells at the gate of the airport. Boy how I was going to miss him. While I waited to board the plane I found this adorable onesie for Kohl.

"Kohl, Mommy's coming home."



My flight was pleasant had 1 short lay over in Denver, and on the flight to Salt Lake I spoke to the girl who sat next to me the whole way. Before I knew it we were landing at the Salt Lake International Airport. It was past 10pm, but I gathered my bad and was shuttled back to my car. By this time I was so anxious to see my baby. I got in my car and drove to my parents where I ended up crashing on their sofa, but not before staring at my sweet angel boy sleeping away in his crib.

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Giving thanks for firsts

This is a first for us. Tim and I are celebrating Thanksgiving in Texas for the first time, also I'm doing all the cooking  for the first time. We chose to keep it simple with a turkey roast along with stuffing, corn, mashed potatoes and crescent rolls. Ideally I would have liked to do things a little more extravagant,  but where  as it was just the two of us enjoying the feast it was just simple.
Everything turned out great, and we enjoyed the food. There were just the small things that we miss from years past like Tim's mothers homemade rolls, and my momma's pumpkin pie....mmmmmm, yummy yummy!
We did have pie, but we only did one. Again just the two of us to eat it all up.... we bought a Marie Calendars banana cream pie. One of our favorites.
We did get to enjoy conversation with our families via video chat later in the evening. It sure was great to see everyone.
After today's experiences I definitely have learned, and have ideas for next year but now we get ready for Christmas.  I'm getting the tree up and decorated by the weekends end.

Tuesday, December 27, 2011

2011 Christmas

Christmas Eve
 We spent the evening with Tim's family. Traditionally we began with appetizers like shrimp, crackers and cheese, veggie tray, etc. Then we moved onto dinner, with Prime rib, potatoes, green beans, a green salad, and home made rolls (yum.) All the food was delicious. There was fun conversations around the table or should I say room. Close to finishing dinner Andrew and Courtney (Tim's niece) announced they're having a baby in July 2012 to the whole family.
Everyone standing around enjoying appetizers



Alicia, Chris, Mekenzie and Kingston

The beautiful and pregnant Courtney with her husband Andrew
There were family from all over the country that came in for the celebration... There was Tim's cousin Vernie who came down from San Diego, CA for the snow, sad to disappoint, but it was great to meet him and his wife Jen, and the kids. Jami (Tim's Niece) and her husband Braden along with Davis (Jami's brother, and Tim's nephew) came in from New York, and then there was Alicia, Chris and their kids McKenzie and Kingston whom came from San Antonio, TX.

Once we were stuff with the yummy food, we cleaned up, and gathered for the gift exchange. Another family tradition. I am so glad with the size of our family, that we draw names, and then get a gift for that person. It sure made the evening fun, but what mattered most to me was just being with family.



Cody just got some new DVDs




Cousin Vernie and Jennifer
Grandpa sitting and watching the grand kids opening presents...
That completed the evening for Tim and I. We were both tired, and I had a pretty bad headache. We just wanted to go home and relax with our kids. We enjoyed some candy cane hot cocoa, and watched Disney's Christmas Carol before falling asleep in our bed.

CHRISTMAS DAY


Baby Brother Karl
From left to right: Karl, Nate and Katy
We got to enjoy sleeping in, except I did need to get going on making Crescent Chicken Roll-ups for lunch at my Parents. I whipped them out like there was no tomorrow, and I ended up with 2 shy of 3 dozen roll-ups. Soon after finish making lunch we got ready and drove to my parents and enjoyed our lunch. I was a bit worried about Harrison eating with us, because he's a VERY picky eater, but to every ones surprise he ate 3 roll-ups. My cooking was a success, apparently though I didn't make enough... oh well. Once we finished lunch it was time for our gift exchange. Mom and Dad are always too generous and with a little present gave us adult kids and spouses cash.
All the aunts and uncles together gave Harrison and Giovanni two Nerf guns with lots of darts... and boy oh boy did their faces light up. Harrison kept shouting 'Thank You, Thank You!" That was truly a memorable moment. Tim reluctantly let me give my parents a framed picture of us we took in November. My Mom made a soft squeal before thanking us.
We stayed and talked awhile, and then left to go see his parents. One last gift to give...
I did the same thing and gave his parents a framed picture of us, and once again they couldn't be more happy to have received it. It tickles me pink to bring a smile to someones face.
From left to right: Carson, Davis, Jill, Jordan, and Taylor

Jami eating her jello

Troy, Braden, and Jami

Megan, Kim, and Jennifer

Lois and Keith Richins talking with Marian (Tim's Mom)

After all the hustle and bustle we went to Burger King for some dollar menu, and I must share this because I was laughing so hard. It was really difficult to stop laughing, but when you pulled up to the ordering box a voice came on "Ho Ho Ho, Merry Christmas!" I turned to Tim, and said "Santa's got a second job... "
That would have put the icing on my cake, but when we got to the house and opened the door...the kids had left 3 surprises on the floor. YEAH, NOT! Tim took them outside and played ball with them while I was left to clean up the poop messes, and deodorize the house. Now I say that completed the festivities on our Christmas celebration.

Zoolights

Friday, December 23rd

It was so much fun watching my nephews Giovanni and Harrison get so lit up looking at the lights, and animals at the Hogle Zoo. It is fascinating to see things thru their eyes. Harrison loved the play ground and didn't want to leave.





Harrison is upset because right before taking his picture
big brother put his hand in front of the camera

Giovanni at the front gate

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Harrison is ready to come out of his shell



Harrison got swallowed by the HUGE snack

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Such a cute porcupine



At the entry they had ice sculptures, but this was the only one still standing





Harrison finally hatched!


Harrison let the crocodile eat his head, and the Crocodile liked it



Harrison got caught in the spiders web





Harrison riding the spider




Giovanni in the spider web
 The exhibits I loved the most were of the owl, and reindeer...in fact I wanted to pet the reindeer but that is shunned upon.

However I got pics...




This Santa's reindeer Comet...so cute!

An owl, and I must say that owl's are so beautiful


After almost freezing ourselves we all went back to Grandma and Grandpa's for some hot cocoa to warm up. Harrison was such a hoot, because he just kept telling me to take pictures of him.


Harrison put hot pads on his head, why I'm not sure...
Next it was Aunt Geeta's turn for a hot pad hat...



Chilling around enjoying cookies, peanut brittle, and hot cocoa
Here is Aunt Naina making her silly face for Harrison
Dad and son! They are goofy by nature!
I really had a great time at the zoo. My nephews were so excited, and I got to share this memory with them.