Paul and Stephanie Naylor

Recap of the Past Year

2011-04-13T16:14:00.000-07:00

My mom and I hiked Angel's Landing. It was so beautiful and scary at the same time. I am not too fond of heights, but I DID IT!

I went to the Manti Pageant for the first time in my life. Crazy, I know! It was so beautiful and I am glad I went.

Kristie and her family came up, so we went with my neighbors to the Zoo and saw Zuri, the new baby elephant. These were honestly the best pictures I had of the kids!

Steven, Carmen, Stevencito and Levi came to visit for Thanksgiving! We loved having them! It snowed a lot while they were here, so we got to go sledding. I am sad that I didn't get any pictures of that, but Stevencito loved having his dad push him around in the front yard.

My niece, Araya, was baptized. Paul baptized her and I was able to speak about Baptism on her special day! She is such a special girl. She is so smart. She loves the Gospel and wants to do what's right. She is a good big sister and helps her little sister, Elise, whenever we play games, etc. We have had them come stay the night and we have so much fun with them!

Long Time Coming

2011-04-13T15:53:00.000-07:00

Sorry, it has been so long! I will try to keep up on my blog. I am trying to be more honest with my feelings and not hide them. I didn't write in my blog because I was or am, (not sure what stage I am at right now) depressed and didn't feel I had anything worth writing about. So for those of you that care, here are some of my feelings, being made known.

Well, I am getting closer to being done with the semester. Monday was my last class for English 2010. I still have a paper to write that is due this coming Monday by midnight. I am writing a paper about the benefit of dogs on human health. I want a dog to help curb my appetite for a baby. I just want something to love, that will love me back. Something that I can laugh at, hold, enjoy, and make me smile! :) I read an article in this month’s Ensign called Faith and Infertility. Reading it, I realized that I am going through grief and that my anger is something experienced by probably all couples that deal with this. Most of all, I liked the things said by couples who are experiencing this. I think I must be, hopefully, closer to finding peace. I can help deal with my grief by focusing on the things that I can control. This is kind of funny because I am really trying to be healthier and feel better about myself that way and that is one thing I CAN control. I also started a journal! The article said that “When someone has an ailment or an illness and they are healed as the result of a blessing, their faith is being strengthened. But for those who aren’t healed but continue faithful, their faith is being perfected. The first is a faith-promoting experience. The second is faith-perfecting.” Someone said that, “Infertility was my refiner’s fire.” It also said to focus on strengthening my marriage. Some of the ideas it gave were: “go to the movies, take a walk, write each other notes, go on dates, make anniversaries or other dates special by splurging on a hotel room, make efforts to look attractive to each other, send flowers, and start saying “I love you” more often.” I have noticed these areas being neglected and it has had a significant effect on Paul and I. Serving others is also an excellent way to have a different perspective and to see past the daily thought and emotions of infertility. Right now, I serve as the Laurel Advisor. I think it has helped me a lot to be out of Primary. I loved Primary, but it started to wear on me and my emotions. There was even a time when Paul and I did ask to be released. Right after we asked to be released, someone got up in Fast and Testimony meeting and stressed the importance of serving in your calling and magnifying it. I don’t know if it was guilt or the Spirit, but Paul went and told the Bishopric counselor that we would remain in our calling. All in due time, the Lord knew that we were needed in other areas of the church. My church experience has gotten better since the change. I feel more well-fed now that I go to Sunday School. We have excellent teachers and I always leave with a desire to be better and make changes in myself.

This year hasn't been all that horrible. I will post a recap of some of the highlights!

We Moved!

2010-06-07T17:57:00.000-07:00

Well, we lived with Paul's parents for about 6 months so we could pay off some debt. We felt it was time to go and we LOVE living in our new place. Luckily, we were able to stay in the same ward. I couldn't stop telling Paul how happy I was to be in our own place again. Here are a few of my favorite things about it.....

1. It feels like we are a family again
2. It's quiet
3. Awesome neighbors
4. Horse field across the street (I love to watch the two new colts play)
5. I can cook any time of day and can use my own stuff
6. I can decorate how I want
7. I can walk around in whatever I want
8. It's so peaceful
9. This place has tons of storage

There is only one downfall that I know of so far......swamp cooler. Need I say more. If any of you have lived through one, you know what I'm talking about. I can't complain too much though, because at least the swamp only has to cool an apartment and not a whole house! I think I will live. Ask me come mid July.... :I

Here are some pics of our new place! Hard thing is trying to figure out where to put everything. I still feel like it's not totally how I want it. There are some spots that I am still looking for something to decorate it with. I guess that always comes with time.

Dining Room. It's nice when you can walk all the way around the table and still have plenty of room.

This is the biggest kitchen I think we have ever had since being married. It also has a walk in pantry and the laundry in a closet to the right. Awesome!!!!

This is our bedroom. Kind of boring I know. I am working on either a headboard or some pictures to go above the bed. The dresser is the most decorated part of the whole room, too bad you can't see the stuff on it.

Here is the guest room! This room is also lacking somewhat, but someday it will be cuter.

2010-06-07T17:01:00.000-07:00

A couple of weeks ago, my mom and my sister and her family came up for a visit! We had so much fun. We always play our favorite game, Monopoly Deal. For those of you who hate Monopoly as much as I do, you will be completely surprised at how fun it is. Best part of all, it doesn't take 5 years to play one game nor do you have to mortgage everything you have to stay in the game! It is an easy 15 minute card game that is a blast. Beware, it's addicting and can cause major competition conflicts if you are competitive.

My nephew Bentley loves trains, so we took him for his second ride on the Frontrunner. We also had dinner there and just enjoyed being together.

I took a few pictures with my new camera while we were at my cousins wedding at the Mount Timpanogos Temple.

I really love having my family come to visit! I wish we lived closer. My family means so much to me, it is always hard to see them leave. Love you guys!

Infertility

2010-02-04T11:46:00.001-08:00

So Paul and I have been trying to have a baby for over a year now. Without much luck I might add! I have a lot of mixed feelings about this subject. At times I get discouraged and think that we should stop trying and that maybe we are not meant to have kids. Other times I feel on top of the world and think that nothing is impossible. My poor husband has to listen to my emotional breakdowns and try to console me. Most of the time he has no idea what to say. I am grateful that if he has nothing to say he can just listen and hug me while I get it all out.

I have always wanted kids since I was just a child. So, this breaks my heart that we have not been blessed with them yet. Since my plans were not working out on my time line, I decided that I needed to do something with my life. I quit work and decided to go back to school. So, now I am attending Weber State to become a Respiratory Therapist. Part of me wonders if it is good that we don't have children so I can finish school, but I really want to have children. I also really want to finish school. This has been a debate I have been dealing with. Kids vs. School. I think that both are righteous choices, so why can't I do both........so I decided that it is beyond about time and I have made an appointment with an infertility specialist for Monday.

So I have now adapted my plan, or finally accepted Gods plan, that I can have both! I am sure it will be hard and some days I may feel like I want to quit school, but I feel that I have enough determination to do both!!! With the help of God and friends and family.

I am grateful for the love that I have received from both friends and family that have helped keep me sane and keep me from giving up! Thank you all!

New Things....

2010-01-14T12:15:00.000-08:00

So, anyone that knows me knows that I am interested in all things related to health. I don't always eat healthy and exercise, but hey I am interested. I bought a book the other day on raw eating. I made Paul and I a breakfast out of it on Sunday. I put the food out on the table and he began eating. It was different, but he said that he liked it. He asked me what was in it. I told him that I would tell him after he ate. After I told him what was in it, I thought he was going to reach over the counter and strangle me. See, Paul has been a willing participant in all my experiments, except when it comes to FLAX SEED! He despises the stuff. Says it cleans him right out. He informed me that he doesn't work next to a restroom so if something happens, I am sure I will never hear the end of it. Here is the recipe for all of you who are interested in trying something new and exciting!

Coconut Breakfast Cakes (they don't taste like coconut)

2 c. whole flax seeds, or 3 cups flax seed meal
2 T. liquid coconut oil. (put in a container or plastic bag and put in hot water until liquid)
1/2 c. agave or maple syrup
1/2 tsp. sea salt
1/4 cup water

Put all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Form 4 balls and flatten into a "pancake" shape, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick.

Serve with sliced fruit like bananas and/or nuts or berries. Drizzle with agave or maple syrup.

I put nuts, berries and agave on mine and it was pretty intense! I loved it and.....so did Paul!

Texan Christmas

2010-01-10T10:16:00.000-08:00

So for those of you who don't know that my parents moved to Texas, they did! I was able to go out after finals to go spend some time with my mom before Christmas. Paul would join me on Christmas Eve and then we headed back home the Sunday after Christmas.

I have never been able to spend some alone time with my mom. All of my sisters have been able to have the sacred time when they had children, etc. I on the other hand have always lived further away and never really had the need for her to come stay with me. So, I was super excited for this trip!

I loved being able to talk to my mom about anything and everything. We had fun going to the gym at their complex or going for a walk around the neighborhood. I might add that the weather was awesome! Flip flops and t-shirts for me! Some days were cold, but for the most part, it was really decent. We had some really special talks as we shared the things that we have learned about life and our testimonies. That really meant a lot to me. It isn't every day that you get to build a spiritual relationship with your parents or anyone for that matter. I feel that we grew closer together because we could share those sacred things.

I also was able to volunteer with her at a Christmas Shop, held at a local Methodist church, where families that needed it could come and pick out some gifts for their kids for Christmas. We had a heck of a time organizing and making the toys presentable (something my mom said she learned from her dad, when it came to food. I am sure it had something to do with our need for presentation in this area too!) We really enjoyed the people we met there and seeing how people of other faith's do things.

We went shopping and went up to Houston a couple of days! That was my favorite place. It was so beautiful up there and had a homey feel. We were able to see the Houston Temple and walk around the grounds. We did some sealings there when my grandparents arrived. It was so awesome to be able to be there together. We don't have that opportunity very often.

(My parents and I at the Houston Temple)

(My moms parents! They came out for Christmas too!)

Shopping!
(I totally loved these boots! They were rubber and so cute and wild! Had to get a picture!)

On Christmas Eve we watched a movie about the Nativity and went to bed. I loved our Christmas morning. We ate breakfast and we had a simple Christmas of thoughts, memories and written words of love.

After that we went to Brazos Bend State Park, otherwise known as the "gator park". I said that we were not leaving until I saw some gators! And we did! It was amazing that people can walk through this area with alligators! A little crazy, but exciting! No fences, just a trail and the swamp. This is definitely one of the most touching Christmas's I have had. This gave me something to live up to for next year.

Christmas Dinner was awesome. We had a Southern dinner of crab, crawfish and shrimp!It was so totally wonderful. We ate every bite! Thanks mom and grandpa for cleaning out the crab!

( I love that the only apron my mom had was made for a woman! Notice the top is not so man friendly!)

One bad thing about good things...........they always come to an end.

It was finally time for me to leave and go back home. I had a hard time leaving because of the wonderful time I had with my parents! It was a fun 2 1/2 weeks with them. I miss them and have grown fond of Texas! Now I need to talk my husband into making more trips out there or maybe a move!

Christmas Fun

2010-01-10T10:00:00.000-08:00

I know I am a little past due for writing on my blog! One weekend before Christmas, Paul and I went to Ogden to go see the lights. It was so beautiful to see all the little, different themed houses, all lit up and unique. It was so cold that night. We probably didn't pick the best night to go. It had snowed a lot the few days prior. Regardless, it was fun to walk snuggling up to each other, hand in hand. After that, we went to Walmart and bought a gingerbread house kit and stuff to make homemade hot cocoa. We went all out that night! So we came home made our hot cocoa and attempted to build a gingerbread house. All in all, it was a sweet night where we were able to do something we have never done together (build a gingerbread house) and have a memory that will last a life time! This was one of the most fun we have had on a stay at home date night. Love the creativity!

The finished product! (My favorite part is the icicles!)

Memory Grove Park

2009-11-09T13:08:00.000-08:00

Last Friday, before Paul and I headed up to Park City to stay with some friends, we had a little pit stop. Paul took me to this beautiful park called Memory Grove in Salt Lake City. If you have not been, then I highly suggest it! It has a creek with rock bridges going over it and lots of green grass. This is the perfect place if you are looking to meditate, exercise or some fun time with your pet.

We went to spend time together, which we are lacking because of work and school. The weather was perfect and the leaves were so colorful. We walked down this path and found the perfect tree for pictures. Most of all, I just loved being with my husband. We talked about life and things we don't get to talk about when you get home at midnight every night and leave early in the morning.

Sometimes I feel like our best talks are when we are driving or not at home. It takes all the distractions out and the focus is left on us and our hopes and dreams! No wonder God created so many different types of beauty for us. He knew that life would pose distractions, heartaches and loneliness. What better way to soften the blows of life than being in a place that puts you in awe and amazement. I am truly grateful for a Father that knows me and wants me to have joy and for a husband that knows just the RIGHT place to take me for some special time with him.

Paul's Accomplishment

2009-11-09T12:56:00.000-08:00

My husband is the most awesome, sweet husband!!!! I just need to put in a good word of encouragement and gratitude for him. He insists that I stay home and focus on school. Even when I feel that he is overwhelmed and I can help financially by getting a job, he encourages me to work on my studies.

He has worked so hard and spent endless hours to get a traveling website started. He worked really hard designing it and making his dreams come true. It is now officially up and running. If you are familiar with Expedia or Travelocity, then you will LOVE this website!!!

It is.............www. choicetraveling.com

Please come check it out and use it! He has worked so hard and I am grateful for his enduring and sacrificing attitude through all this.

He never complains and I know that his effort will one day pay off! Here's to the "American Dream!" Thank you baby!!!

We are in business!

2009-08-30T21:08:00.001-07:00

Thank you for all that have shared their ideas for a company name. The name that my sister, Kristie, and I have chosen is......... Accessorize With Purse-n-ality! We are also going to use the line, "It's all in the bag!" So, Annie and Amy both get to choose a purse from our website. Send me an email and I can send you all the information. herculeschic@hotmail.com

The company blog is

http://www.accessorizewithpurse-n-ality.blogspot.com/

Come and check it out. I will be getting in more items this week, so look for more postings with pictures this weekend.

We are going to have some fun giveaways and other contests coming soon!!

Here are a few....

~ FREE PURSE ~

2009-08-20T10:26:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! No I did not drop off of the planet...and most of you are sick of checking my blog only to have eyelashes staring back at you :)

I finally quit my job so that I can attend school. To help me pay for my education, I've decided to start my own business! I'll be selling purses to start and hope to add jewelry to the mix a little later on. Only problem is I can't seem to think of a name. Any ideas? Suggestions??

Leave a comment with any company names you can think of. If it's chosen, there's a FREE PURSE waiting for you as a THANK YOU!

Thanks for all your help and creative ideas! I'll keep you posted on the progress.

Stephy

Eyelashes

2009-02-13T15:41:00.000-08:00

Before

So yesterday I did my first set of eyelashes. I was going to be home all by myself for the evening, so my friend came over for a sleepover. We did her lashes and I think they look pretty dang good for being my first full set. Not to mention I enjoyed hanging out with my friend and having our little girl party!

After

2009 Firsts

2009-01-31T19:01:00.000-08:00

Well, I decided this year that I am going to do as many new things this year as I can. I heard a quote from somewhere that says, "When was the last time you did something for the first time?" Ever since I heard it, it has been on my mind. I ask myself what I have learned or want to learn this new year. I realize that last year I didn't put forth a good enough effort to justify my existence.
So far, some of the things that I have interest in are:
1. Taking my test to be licensed as an Esthetician. (I have made phone calls and found out info on the test. It is now a National test instead of a State test. Which is good!)
2. Learn to do Eyelash Extensions. ( I am taking the class on February 2 in Logan. If any of your are interested, leave a comment and we can set up a time! Pic's and info on novalash.com I just had a friend do mine and I love the fact that I no longer have to wear mascara. It's a beautiful thing.)
3. Learn to Waltz. (I have never danced in my life other than school dances. I realized that I have never danced with my husband. So I watched some lessons on youtube.com to become more familiar. The other night, I strung lights in our living room/dining area and when he got home from work we Waltzed together. It was very romantic. It was intense just looking into each others eye's as we danced. I think I will do this one again. He said that he loved it.)
4. Refurnish a piece of furniture. ( I have the desk and the materials to do it, I think!!! Now I am just waiting for it to be a little warmer in our garage for me to start that project.)

There you have it, I have posted some of my goals. Now anyone that wants to know how they are all going can keep me psyched to finish the task. I must say that I have enjoyed everything that I have learned thus far. I feel excited about life when I have something to look forward to. This year so far has been so wonderful! I have my Father in Heaven to thank for that and also my husband. Paul has worked very hard for our family. He is my best friend. I love him!!!

My new love..... or should I say loves!

2009-01-08T21:29:00.000-08:00

So sorry it has been so long since posting. We are finally in our new place, although I can't seem to figure what to do with all the rooms. I would put pictures up, but if you can believe it most of the bedrooms still have boxes in them. I need some motivation to know what to do with them. Anyway, Paul and I have found some things to kill our time since we don't watch tv.
1. Dart Board. We got an electronic dart board after I played it at our work Christmas party. I thought it would be a nice addition to our........bedroom! I didn't really want it there, but there was no other place to put it that we would have room to throw the darts across the room without actually being in the cold basement.
2. I bought myself a Wii for Christmas. Yes, totally not like me, but what the heck. I had so much fun playing at my parents house that I couldn't resist. I wanted something fun in my life. You know, put on my party pants if you will. I finally got the Wii Fit. I had to drive to Spanish Fork in the snow last Monday to get it. Can you believe that. Everyone ran out of them right as they got them in. Took all the will power I could muster to not go shopping on Sunday after the ads came out. I might add that I have done it faithfully every day since I got it and I must say that I found a new love....right under you Paul. You are still safe. I love the hula hooping and the step. I opened up a new step one and it sure makes your brain think.

We're Moving!!

2008-11-23T20:09:00.000-08:00

Well, it is official. We are moving to a new home. We have outgrown the basement we have been living in. Luckily we will still be in the same ward. We absolutely love this ward. It is great for families and there are good people to be friends with. One of my friends (visiting teaching partner) told me the other day that they would be willing to rent their home to us if we were in the market. Paul gave an ecstatic yes!!! We went to look on Saturday and we will be moving this weekend. Call us crazy! We are so excited to feel like we belong somewhere. We had been feeling like a change needed to happen, but didn't know what. We had been looking for a bigger place to live, but didn't feel right about anything. When she mentioned this, I felt in my heart that this was the change we were looking for. (Too bad I already put my tree up!) We look forward to spending Christmas in our new home. We are truly blessed! We have much to be thankful for.

O' Christmas Tree, O' Christmas Tree

2008-11-19T21:27:00.000-08:00

Alright, last post of the day. Yesterday I was really bored. What else is a girl supposed to do when her husband works until 11:00 or 11:30 every night......spend his money! No, he would not be too happy about that. I did spend some though. I didn't tell him how much. He's pretty forgiving. This is what I came up with......
I didn't love our tree last year, and I was finding a ton of cute stuff, so I went all out. Just ornaments though. We already had the tree, lights, and ribbon. I try to be frugal, but as it turns out everything that I like always seems to be the most expensive in the store. Must run in the Beesley girl part of the family. We all inherited it. I don't know which parent passed that on in the genes. Paul doesn't know what he's in for yet. He's caught a glimpse though.

Visit from Kristie

2008-11-19T21:16:00.000-08:00

Bentley. Not quite sure if he enjoyed the ride.
This temple leaves me in awe. No picture can do it justice.
Me and my hot man!

My sister Kristie called me the other day and said that she wanted to come up and visit. I was so excited for her to come and see me. We really haven't had time to hang out without other events to attend to. We mostly talked, shopped and did more shopping......! It was so fun to be with her and her kids. I miss them so much! You don't realize it until they're gone. We, well Bentley, played in the leaves, went to Temple Square, rode the carousel at the South Towne Mall, ate Chinese, Indian and bought clothes. We fit all of that in to a few short days. Not to mention we appreciated their help in nursery. Hopefully we can have more of these fun trips!

Georgia

2008-11-19T20:42:00.000-08:00

The biggest pumpkin patch ever!

You wouldn't guess that there were houses out there!
The beautiful waterfalls. I can't remember how to spell it, so I won't even try. It starts with an A. Me, Tiffany Smith, Lorraine Cruise

More Georgia pics

2008-11-19T20:28:00.001-08:00

Georgia on my mind!

2008-11-19T19:58:00.000-08:00

So, I have not been back to visit my mission. I decided that it was about time. My boss helped me make it out there, so I am indebted to him for his kindness. Paul was doing training with Ebay, so he was not able to get work off to come with me, so I went with a companion of mine. She actually works with me, so it was an absolute miracle that my boss let us both off. When he told us yes, we immediately scheduled our trip before he changed his mind. The best time he told us that we both could leave was Conference Weekend. We were gone for about 8 days. This was a long time for Paul to be without me.....okay, I missed him too. No more long trips without the hubby. Although, it was good for both of us. Reminds us of how much we love each other. It felt like we were missionaries again, running from appointment to appointment. Not that we had some, but we had a lot of people we wanted to see. We were able to fit in the first lesson to a friend of an old investigator that we went to see. She talked us up to him and he had some questions that we answered. We left, not without his information that we could pass along to the missionaries serving in his area. We went to Auburn, Alabama to see my uncle, who ironically lived in the mission when I was there. I was able to visit with their family, whom I had not seen for over 5 years. Crazy! All of them were so big. We went to the biggest pumpkin patch I have ever seen, went to some waterfalls and stayed up late talking and reminiscing. The trip was wonderful. It brought back many memories, things I probably wouldn't have remembered otherwise. I had some spiritual feelings there as well. It boosted my confidence in myself and helped me to realize I hadn't lost everything I learned. Seems that way when you can remember the scripture, just not where it is. I loved my mission and can't wait to go on another mission with my husband, next time as my companion!!

Our First Camping Trip

2008-11-19T18:58:00.001-08:00

Paul and I were lucky enough to get work off and enjoy the great outdoors!!! Yeah, no work, no cell phones, not potties, and thankfully no bears. We decided that one weekend, before it got too cold that we were going to go camping in American Fork Canyon. I informed/asked my boss for a portion of Friday and all of Saturday off to go camping with my hubby. (Our first camping trip together.) My boss later offered to let us use one of the store's atv's. I hurriedly accepted and then realized we would definitely not be able to put that on the Malibu. I kindly thanked him and said that we wouldn't be able to take it. He then offered his vehicle on the condition that we left ours with him to drive. No Problem!!! So we got it loaded on the trailer and took his Trail Blazer. We absolutely had a blast. I bought a sleeping bag for youth conference and we bought a few other items to add to our camping collection (air mattress, tent) Paul totally blew off the idea about getting a sleeping bag. Thought he would cuddle with me to keep warm. Silly boy. All I can say is that a few hours into the night he was really wishing that he bought a sleeping bag. Brrrrrrrr! We started a fire immediately in the morning to warm up. One night of camping was enough for him. Saturday we rode the four wheeler everywhere. We had a blast. The day was beautiful. We enjoyed our picnic and then we headed back down the canyon towards home. So, I believe that we will go camping again. Next time, Paul will have his own sleeping bag and we will have a smoother transition. How much fun would life be if we didn't have these experiences anyway.

It's been a long time.........

2008-11-19T18:55:00.000-08:00

Sorry everybody about the delayed posting to our blog. Sometimes I feel like I don't have that much to say. What I am going to post is mostly old news/events, but has importance or good memories attached.

Night at the Carnival

2008-07-19T21:28:00.000-07:00

So tonight, I thought it would be fun to go on a date since Paul and I haven't been on a real one for awhile. I thought that we would take the scooter down to "Steel Days" in American Fork. We looked at some cool rides and decided to splurge and buy tickets for just two rides. "The Circle of Fire" and "Orbit". Wow!!! Can I tell you I thought that I was going to pass out from the upside down pauses at the top of the circle. We got off and I told Paul that I was spent. Sadly this happened within the first 5 minutes of us being there. Dang, I ruined our date night. I insisted that we go on the other ride. I didn't want to waste the tickets that we had already purchased. We get up to the line to ride "Orbit" and I see the sign that it is supposed to get up to 2G's. (Pretty scary with the fact that these places are put up and taken down in a few days. I don't know how safe that can be.) We get on and I am not kidding I thought I was going to lose it and I hadn't even eaten for hours. We get off the ride and I literally thought I was going to pass out right there. I quickly found a bench and sat there in a daze. Paul got me some water, which helped somewhat, but didn't do much. We ended up coming home right after that. I had Paul ride the scooter home and I drove his car since he met me at work. Looks like my Amusement Park days are over. I just can't handle it like I used to. I am now feeling better after taking a little nap and eating something.

Fathering Experiences.... on Mother's Day

2008-05-12T18:47:00.000-07:00

So Sunday we had about 15 kids in our nursery due to lack of teachers. We bought a bubble blower the night before at WalMart and boy were we glad. Nothing can keep a group of hyper 18 month-3 year old maniacs more occupied than that. Paul has a little friend in nursery, who recently turned 18 months old. He will not sit with me, but frantically reaches for Paul when he is in view. When Paul isn't in view, he just silently cries with big tears running down his little cheeks. So of course who can resist that. Paul has just learned that he will be attached like a little monkey holding desperately to his mother. This week there were soggy graham crackers and water pooling everywhere on the table during snack time. Paul offered to get some paper towels and handed his little friend to another sister that was helping out for the day. When he returned, the child was returned to him within seconds. Not even five minutes later, we will call him little "smalls", threw up in Paul's hand. He called out to me to help him and just as I was searching for some more paper towels, the child shot out an overflowing canon of whatever he had eaten recently all down Paul's suit and onto the floor. We quickly grabbed the garbage can to catch whatever was left, which wasn't much. Poor Paul. Who would have guessed that he would be introduced to the parenting world so soon! I must say he dealt with it really well along with keeping little "smalls" calm. He didn't even complain, just took off his suit jacket and tie (which was missed during all the excitement, luckily) and continued on until church was over. I guess it's good to see how much Paul really can handle. Now I know that almost nothing is too much for him! He will be a great asset when we have sick kids.

The Perfect Spot

2008-04-27T21:04:00.000-07:00

So today was a beautiful day! We haven't seen a day like this in months. Paul and I came home from a fun day at church with our little nursery friends and were very giddy about going on a walk. I wanted to go to a ghost town or something, but couldn't quite find the right place. We ended up driving around looking at houses and old places for a spot to take some pictures. We decided on a place in Alpine that we had been before. It seems to have the perfect atmosphere. Attached are some of the fun pictures that we took. We also walked through the cemetery there and talked about some of the headstones that we saw. We shared our thoughts and feelings about our goals and what we would want people to say about us when we have lived our life! I have the greatest husband!!! He never ceases to amaze me with all he wants to accomplish. I am glad that I can be his right hand man, or his left-handed woman!

2008-04-27T21:00:00.000-07:00

Ants!

2008-04-24T20:29:00.000-07:00

Is it ANT season or what.I first noticed them a few days before in our bathroom. We cleaned them up, not thinking much of them. I cleaned the house yesterday and went to the grocery store only to come home and find that my kitchen was covered in ants. No matter how many times I vacuumed them up, there seemed to be an endless supply of them coming out by our pantry and going under our stove. Not even in the pantry. I cannot seem to get rid of the nasty things. I was trying to make a nice dinner for a friend that we were having over for dinner on her birthday! Thank heavens for vacuums because I don't know what else I would have done until my husband got home with some ant killer. Thank you vacuum and thank you Paul!! I woke up today to an ant-free kitchen! Yay!

Prenatal Vitamins

2008-04-20T16:53:00.001-07:00

So the other morning I was trying to choke down my two horse-pill of prenatal vitamins and almost had it come back up. Paul saw me and so I offered him one. He said there was no way that he would be able to take two, so I gave him one. He swallowed it with difficulty and then said, "It tastes like rotten fish!" Finally, I now know how to explain the taste of these vitamins! YUCK! Next time I need to get more, I am going with another brand.