Day Trip

I met up with some new friends today at the State Capitol. They are actually friends of Maria’s, but since we share everything… We were just about to set up lunch on the front lawn of the Capitol, when we were politely asked move because we were in the Governor’s shot! We moved over a few feet, and when he was done he came over and apologized. So polite! Then I asked him for pictures, which probably wasn’t so polite, but how often do you meet the Governor? Then we headed in for a tour of the newly renovated Capitol. People, if you haven’t seen it, go to there!! It is very beautiful and ornate, with oodles of history in every room. Deacon was on his best behavior, which is was very abnormal, but it made for a very enjoyable afternoon.

Me and Breanna, hanging with the Guv

The shiny, new Capitol

          

     

    

The house of Representatives (I think. It got confusing after a while!)

The Governor’s room

This is how much Deacon enjoyed the day!

Happy 1st Birthday!

Deacon turned 1 year old today! I can’t  believe it’s been one year ago today that I gave birth to this special little boy. Terry and I were both in shock the whole day remembering the events of last year.  We had a big birthday bash for Deacon on Sunday (it turned into a triple birthday party because that was mine and Maria’s birthday).  Lots of family and friends were there and they spoiled Deacon rotten!

 Loving the tent mom and dad got him

 

Chowing down on birthday cake!

 

Riding his new car!

 

Playing Jack ‘n the Box with Grandpa Nelson

 

This is what a long day of partying does to a cute little boy!

 

Deacon we love you so much and are so glad you are growing up to be such sweet boy!

Baby #2 Update

Went to the doctor today, and all is well with baby #2.  Next visit we will officially know the sex, but unofficially we were able to pretty much tell what it is. The doc said girl parts can look big on the ultrasound, but these parts looked “pretty big”.  Guess we will have to wait one more month!

 

 

So backwards…

First off, I’m trying a new way to write my blog posts.  Thanks to my sis-in-law Tammy for enlightening me on how to be creative (I am officially the most uncreative person on the planet).  Hope this works… Anyhoo, this post is pretty random but is anyone else excited for fall? I love it!! I love back to school time, even though I haven’t been “back to school” in 3 years.  I love the holiday season, especially Halloween. Morbid, I know, but that’s just the kind of gal I am (look at the book I’m reading). I admit to going to Michael’s just to walk through their Halloween section (It’s an entire spooky town!!)

I love the fall leaves changing from lush green to fire red and pumpkin orange (so glad I was raised in P-town where the canyon is a  10 minute car ride away, and that I no longer get carsick).

I love the cooler temps! Living in Phoenix definitely ruined summer for me. Anything above 90 and I’m done. I guess I’m the opposite of those people who get SAD (seasonal affective disorder). I love a good rainstorm and have been diligently watching the weather for any signs of rain. So far Grant Weyman has been letting me down…

Can’t wait for the holidays! Did I mention normal TV returns too? Including 30 Rock? People, if you are not watching this show, we need to have a serious talk. Liz Lemon rules!

 

Ps- Little D is trying to walk! I won’t call it official, but he suddenly started walking last night. It was more than the 2 wobbly steps then fall on your butt kind too! Actual steps!! More to come later.

Happy Anniversary!

Anybody else’s blogger template change? Mine is all messed up, so here goes nothing. 9 long years ago Terry and I said “I do!” I can’t quite believe it’s been that long. Terry is the best hubby ever and I really don’t know what I would do without him. Love you lots!! Here’s to 9 more years of happiness, love and diaper changes.

A yard... and an owie

The yard is finally done! Too bad we still can't walk on it for awhile. It's crazy to look out and see green instead of dirt and weeds.

Before






Almost done...








The finished product

So glad to have it done! Now we just need patio furniture...

We had our first big "owie" with Deacon. He fell flat on his face on the wood floor and his tooth went right through his lip! There was so much blood everywhere! We took him to our bishop who is also a dentist and he said it wouldn't need stitches. I'm guessing this is the first of many bloody lips and falls!

Congrats, Dad

Well, my Dad finally to the plunge and married his girlfriend! They've been dating for 4 years and are crazy about each other. Not sure what took so long, but at least they finally did it! Annette is so wonderful and I am very excited to have her in our lives. Congratulations!


Sorry about the bad picture. I ran out of memory space!