I'll post pictures of the tile and more cabnets soon!
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
just weeks away....
We are now just weeks away until we move into our house. Russ has been tiling the floors, fire place, and tub/shower and installing the cabinets this week. Man our house is really coming together. In the next few days they will be pouring cement for the driveway and front sidewalk, hanging the light fixtures, and carpet comes in next week. I think this is the fastest house I've seen go up. Our neighbors just cant believe how fast it's going. Whitney already knows where her room and closet are, and loves to run in and out of it. She loves coming to the NEW house to see Daddy work and to run tirelessly back and forth in the basement. It's been so fun to see her excitement in this new, strange house that will soon be ours.
Dressed in White.....
March 6th we had the privilege of blessing our handsome little Paul. He was so darling in his little white suite and tie. The whole day he was a happy little baby and enjoyed the attention of his family and friends. Russ did a wonderful job blessing him. There's a lot of good that is going to come from this little man, I can just feel it. I am so thankful to have him in our lives. Even at this age I can see a sweet, happy spirit about him.
After the blessing of Paul I got up to bare my testimony, and its funny how nervous I got and everything I had planned to say, went blank-who knows what I said... I'm sure I sounded like a total nerd, so to redeem myself I've decided to write down a little of what I was thinking at that moment. The greatest joys in life is family. I've always known that, but now that I have a little family of my own that has taken on a greater meaning for me. I am truly blessed to have a wonderful family. I don't thank God enough for the blessing in my life. I feel so blessed to have a companion whom I love so much and to be love back just the same. To have the companionship, friendship, and love, that some only dreams about. Russ and I are like peanut butter and jelly-just made for each other. It amazes me how well we get a long and how much fun we have together-Even still after 2 kids!! He does so much for me- I love him for that.
I truly have a testimony of this gospel, very rarely do I take the chance to bare it, I miss the mission days where you bore your testimony often-almost everyday. I'm so lucky to have the gospel in my life because I deeply feel that living by the gospel principles brings more happiness than otherwise living. I am so grateful to the many people who have literally given their lives and sacrificed more than I can imagine, just so I could know of it. I am grateful for Joseph Smith in the restoration of its fullness and for the many Prophets in our day who have guided us. Our dear sweet Pres. Monson is so wonderful and I know he's called of God, a Prophet, Seer, and Revelator, of our Heavenly Father- and I'm grateful for his guidance. Most of all, I am forever grateful to our Savior for the price he paid so that I, in my weakest of ways, can be forgiven of my many trespasses and sins. I am grateful for his example on earth for his teachings and love towards all men. I pray every day that I might live the way he lived, and be like he is. I love Him and my Heavenly Father very much. And this I testify in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
After the blessing of Paul I got up to bare my testimony, and its funny how nervous I got and everything I had planned to say, went blank-who knows what I said... I'm sure I sounded like a total nerd, so to redeem myself I've decided to write down a little of what I was thinking at that moment. The greatest joys in life is family. I've always known that, but now that I have a little family of my own that has taken on a greater meaning for me. I am truly blessed to have a wonderful family. I don't thank God enough for the blessing in my life. I feel so blessed to have a companion whom I love so much and to be love back just the same. To have the companionship, friendship, and love, that some only dreams about. Russ and I are like peanut butter and jelly-just made for each other. It amazes me how well we get a long and how much fun we have together-Even still after 2 kids!! He does so much for me- I love him for that.
I truly have a testimony of this gospel, very rarely do I take the chance to bare it, I miss the mission days where you bore your testimony often-almost everyday. I'm so lucky to have the gospel in my life because I deeply feel that living by the gospel principles brings more happiness than otherwise living. I am so grateful to the many people who have literally given their lives and sacrificed more than I can imagine, just so I could know of it. I am grateful for Joseph Smith in the restoration of its fullness and for the many Prophets in our day who have guided us. Our dear sweet Pres. Monson is so wonderful and I know he's called of God, a Prophet, Seer, and Revelator, of our Heavenly Father- and I'm grateful for his guidance. Most of all, I am forever grateful to our Savior for the price he paid so that I, in my weakest of ways, can be forgiven of my many trespasses and sins. I am grateful for his example on earth for his teachings and love towards all men. I pray every day that I might live the way he lived, and be like he is. I love Him and my Heavenly Father very much. And this I testify in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Construction has begun...
Jan. 28th I received a picture text from Russ of a backhoe digging. It took a minute but the thought finally hit me that it has begun! Finally the dream is starting to feel real. Our house finally broke ground.
Wed Feb. 9th was the start of our big week. Russ started to frame and had a week to finish. Thanks to his brothers, dad, and cousin we accomplished the goal! It was a crazy week to say the least. My job was to make lunch and dinner and take it over to them. I loved doing that for my boys and Whitney loved being at the job site with Dad. Paul, he was content sleeping in the car.
I must say watching our house being framed was a bitter sweet thing for me.
The sweet: I am so excited to create this house into a home, to live in a place that was built with my sweet husbands talent and hard work, and a place with lots of room for my kids to run, play, and have fun! Especially having a place big enough to invite friends over without leaving them or ourselves on the floor.
The bitter: Was when I arrived on the job site smelling the saw dust which is the ultimate reminder of my Dad. It was very sad to not have him here to help frame. Although I cant help but think he was following my husband around helping in his own way- with an angels touch! I miss him everyday, but even more so during this project. It breaks my heart that he's not here to enjoy these little moments in our life, but I know he is up there smiling down on us-love you Dad, and you were right.....I did marry someone great.
Wed Feb. 9th was the start of our big week. Russ started to frame and had a week to finish. Thanks to his brothers, dad, and cousin we accomplished the goal! It was a crazy week to say the least. My job was to make lunch and dinner and take it over to them. I loved doing that for my boys and Whitney loved being at the job site with Dad. Paul, he was content sleeping in the car.
I must say watching our house being framed was a bitter sweet thing for me.
The sweet: I am so excited to create this house into a home, to live in a place that was built with my sweet husbands talent and hard work, and a place with lots of room for my kids to run, play, and have fun! Especially having a place big enough to invite friends over without leaving them or ourselves on the floor.
The bitter: Was when I arrived on the job site smelling the saw dust which is the ultimate reminder of my Dad. It was very sad to not have him here to help frame. Although I cant help but think he was following my husband around helping in his own way- with an angels touch! I miss him everyday, but even more so during this project. It breaks my heart that he's not here to enjoy these little moments in our life, but I know he is up there smiling down on us-love you Dad, and you were right.....I did marry someone great.
Friday, January 14, 2011
Turning 2!
Whitney's birthday started early. We had to be in Herriman a 9a for Braxton's baby blessing and after was the luncheon which turned out quite nicely. Later that night we had everyone over at the Evans for cake and ice cream. Whit was loving her party. She was thrilled that she had more presents to open. Sadly I think her birthday ended up having more gifts than Christmas. I saved a little too much for the birthday and a long with every one's gifts-there was a lot! She loved all her presents, but I think her favorite was the Tinkerbell toy on her cake, Barbie movie, and the 3 wheeler she got. Oh and the candy from her cousins-she LOVES candy! It was a fun day for her. I just cant believe she is 2 already! I think for her birthday I will make a tribute to her by writing all the things I just LOVE about her. Someday when she's older I'll have her read it.
Whitney is.....
so sweet with her brother. I can tell already what a good little mother she will be. I love how excited she is every time she hears the door unlock when Russ comes home. She always turns her head, eye opened wide, and says...."Daddy's home...OOhhhh!"-then runs to the door to greet him. I love that every time that Barney song comes on she comes over hugs and kisses me and brother, and sings- I love you.....you love me. Best part is when she says it looking into your eyes. She is so affectionate. She's also a big helper. She is always wanting to clean when I clean and helps throw things away. (Even the things you don't want thrown away, like her cloths--I still cant find her pink pants....I think I have a pretty good idea where those ended up.) I love that Whitney loves to sing. All day long she is singing and it amazes me how many songs she knows. (I have to thank Barney and Nursery for that one) Whitney is very smart. Already just turning 2, she knows 12 of her letters, the alphabet song, she counts to 10, only confusing 7,8,9 out of order and knows a few of her colors. You can really tell she likes to pay attention and learn new things. She loves reading books. She wont let you put her to bed until she has read a couple of books. Sometimes in the middle of the night she gets up and cries at the door.....mama a book....pwease...a book-Of course its "No, go back to bed"... cause Mommy is way too tired. I love that she knows the system with going potty in the toilet and treats received for doing so. She pee's a little, waits a little while, pee's a little more....and so one. That way she gets more treats every time-I think I need to start giving stickers instead. I think my most favorite thing about Whitney is, she loves to pray. She always reminds us to pray during dinner-she's ready before the food gets on the plates! She folds her arms and is reverent every time there is a prayer. She also tried to mimic the person praying with her mumbles. Very cute! What a sweetheart she is! I hope she will always stay that spiritual!! LOVE YOU WHITNEY!
Whitney is.....
so sweet with her brother. I can tell already what a good little mother she will be. I love how excited she is every time she hears the door unlock when Russ comes home. She always turns her head, eye opened wide, and says...."Daddy's home...OOhhhh!"-then runs to the door to greet him. I love that every time that Barney song comes on she comes over hugs and kisses me and brother, and sings- I love you.....you love me. Best part is when she says it looking into your eyes. She is so affectionate. She's also a big helper. She is always wanting to clean when I clean and helps throw things away. (Even the things you don't want thrown away, like her cloths--I still cant find her pink pants....I think I have a pretty good idea where those ended up.) I love that Whitney loves to sing. All day long she is singing and it amazes me how many songs she knows. (I have to thank Barney and Nursery for that one) Whitney is very smart. Already just turning 2, she knows 12 of her letters, the alphabet song, she counts to 10, only confusing 7,8,9 out of order and knows a few of her colors. You can really tell she likes to pay attention and learn new things. She loves reading books. She wont let you put her to bed until she has read a couple of books. Sometimes in the middle of the night she gets up and cries at the door.....mama a book....pwease...a book-Of course its "No, go back to bed"... cause Mommy is way too tired. I love that she knows the system with going potty in the toilet and treats received for doing so. She pee's a little, waits a little while, pee's a little more....and so one. That way she gets more treats every time-I think I need to start giving stickers instead. I think my most favorite thing about Whitney is, she loves to pray. She always reminds us to pray during dinner-she's ready before the food gets on the plates! She folds her arms and is reverent every time there is a prayer. She also tried to mimic the person praying with her mumbles. Very cute! What a sweetheart she is! I hope she will always stay that spiritual!! LOVE YOU WHITNEY!
NEW YEARS!
This New Years 20011- We went over to Evan's house and played games all night and watch the new Robin Hood movie, which by the way I thought was pretty good. It was fun to hang out with Grammy, Pop Pop, Chris, Mark and Mickelle! Luckily Whit and I were feeling a lot better which made the night pleasant! We had a sleepover and the next day just hung out and relaxed. It was Papa Steve's birthday and everyone went out sledding. We were sad that we didn't go-it was a little too cold for Paul, and for us sick O's. But relaxing and napping wasn't too bad a way to start off a new year. Russ took Whitney out to pick out a cake and ice cream for her party. This whole week she's been asking for presents since Christmas was Oh so FUN! She has really been into Tinkerbell, Nemo, and of course yours truly.. Barney. She decided on a Tinkerbell cake! Good choice I think. Later that night we went and finished delivering our holiday treats to our friends-yes once again, pathetic Christmas, but better late than never right???
Tis the season.....
...to be snotty, and coughing with fevers, and headaches, and soar throats....
CHRISTMAS morning: Whit, Paul, and I came down stairs to see what Santa had brought us! (Russ was video taping of course) Whitney was so excited and LOVED opening her presents, and helping brother with his. Thanks to hand me down toys, Santa barely spend any money on Christmas and had a tree full of gifts!
This year was fun because Whitney really got into it! I just love watching her excitement with every gift and toy. Even the cloths were thrilling. I can't believe how fast she is growing up. It's also so neat to have this new addition to our family. Whitney sure loves her brother and has so much fun with him. It will be so fun to see him when he's bigger and able to play with his sister. Families really are what life is all about. I am truly blessed to have a great little family!!
For Christmas Russ got me a great gift. He gave me a darling card with a nice note of love, a coupon for 2 new outfits-which is needed, and a check for 285,000 dollars! Now before you get too jealous, I'll have you know that sadly I can not cash it...but what a fun way to give the gift of a house! We should be breaking ground in the middle of January!! EXCITING!
That day we were well enough to go see my mom and family for a bit and go to enjoy the Evans family party. It was so much fun! I went half way through the night without coughing up a lung. The other half wasn't so pretty-but we made it through Christmas. Whitney seemed pretty good the whole night which is the most important anyway. Christmas eve was a little boring since we just sat on the couch watching TV. But over all, we're glad that we were well enough to enjoy.
By the way, I would like to apologize for not getting out Christmas cards this year. Sadly our little picture with the kids and Santa wasn't given to us till the week before Christmas and I don't need to remind anyone about the kind of state I was in then....so here is a little LATE Christmas greeting from us to you!
We hope you all had a WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS!
CHRISTMAS morning: Whit, Paul, and I came down stairs to see what Santa had brought us! (Russ was video taping of course) Whitney was so excited and LOVED opening her presents, and helping brother with his. Thanks to hand me down toys, Santa barely spend any money on Christmas and had a tree full of gifts!
This year was fun because Whitney really got into it! I just love watching her excitement with every gift and toy. Even the cloths were thrilling. I can't believe how fast she is growing up. It's also so neat to have this new addition to our family. Whitney sure loves her brother and has so much fun with him. It will be so fun to see him when he's bigger and able to play with his sister. Families really are what life is all about. I am truly blessed to have a great little family!!
For Christmas Russ got me a great gift. He gave me a darling card with a nice note of love, a coupon for 2 new outfits-which is needed, and a check for 285,000 dollars! Now before you get too jealous, I'll have you know that sadly I can not cash it...but what a fun way to give the gift of a house! We should be breaking ground in the middle of January!! EXCITING!
That day we were well enough to go see my mom and family for a bit and go to enjoy the Evans family party. It was so much fun! I went half way through the night without coughing up a lung. The other half wasn't so pretty-but we made it through Christmas. Whitney seemed pretty good the whole night which is the most important anyway. Christmas eve was a little boring since we just sat on the couch watching TV. But over all, we're glad that we were well enough to enjoy.
By the way, I would like to apologize for not getting out Christmas cards this year. Sadly our little picture with the kids and Santa wasn't given to us till the week before Christmas and I don't need to remind anyone about the kind of state I was in then....so here is a little LATE Christmas greeting from us to you!
We hope you all had a WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS!
Girls Day Out
Right before Christmas I had a lunch date with all my old girl friends. We had Jessica (Russ' cousing) staying at our house which saved me because she watch the kids while I went to go play. Whit was sick so it was nice that she could be at the house to stay in bed and just be home. Being out with them brought back lots of memories and fun times. Man I miss hanging with them-we need to do it more often-
Well that night it hit me....BAM, literally the real FLU-influenza, hit me like a ton of bricks. Whit and I were so sick for 2 1/2 weeks. The whole week of Christmas, you know the time when you get the last minute things you need (like stocking stuffer's and presents for your husband)...ya didn't happen. Russ went out and bought things for his own stocking, along with the rest of the family's, and even his own Christmas present. Well technically we weren't suppose to get each other anything because we bought ourselves a house-which is a much needed and over due present I must say! THANK YOU SANTA for that one!! WHOO WHOO! So sadly Russ only had one or two things to open under the tree. No surprises. Christmas could have been a little better, but thankfully Whit was feeling perky enough to enjoy opening her presents. Sadly last year Whit was sick and didn't open any presents, so I'm hoping being sick on Christmas doesn't become a tradition.
Well that night it hit me....BAM, literally the real FLU-influenza, hit me like a ton of bricks. Whit and I were so sick for 2 1/2 weeks. The whole week of Christmas, you know the time when you get the last minute things you need (like stocking stuffer's and presents for your husband)...ya didn't happen. Russ went out and bought things for his own stocking, along with the rest of the family's, and even his own Christmas present. Well technically we weren't suppose to get each other anything because we bought ourselves a house-which is a much needed and over due present I must say! THANK YOU SANTA for that one!! WHOO WHOO! So sadly Russ only had one or two things to open under the tree. No surprises. Christmas could have been a little better, but thankfully Whit was feeling perky enough to enjoy opening her presents. Sadly last year Whit was sick and didn't open any presents, so I'm hoping being sick on Christmas doesn't become a tradition.
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