Holidays

Monday night we went to see the lights at Temple Square. It is one of the greatest things about the holidays in Salt Lake. This year, there didn't seem to be as many lights as in the past, but they were beautiful nonetheless. I am now back in Washington visiting the family for Christmas. It's almost as if I didn't leave Salt Lake, since it is a Winter Wonderland here as well. So much snow!!

Car Problems

So I am home from work today because I had to take my car to the shop. I hate when my car has problems since I know nothing about them. Anyway, I'm not sure exactly what it is yet, but I know it has something to do with the crank. I guess it could be pretty bad. I am very fortunate because so many people have been so helpful. I hate imposing on people, but it is great to know I have such great friends. Monday and Tuesday I had to get a ride to and from work. :( On the plus side of that, I found out that one of my coworkers lives just around the corner; that could be helpful in the future as well. Hopefully, the problem with my car won't be as bad as it sounds and I'll be able to drive it again soon.

Quick Update

So as I have said before, I don't have the internet at my house and for the most part I can deal with that. However, I miss looking at everyone's blogs everyday and if I wasn't bad enough before, I'm even worse at updating my own blog now.

Just a quick update for those who are interested. I am going off-track on the 21st and planning on having a great 6 week vacation from work. I haven't quite decided what I'm going to do yet, but catching up with some long lost friends is on my list. Also, I'm going to spend about a week and a half at home around Christmas. I'm excited for the family to all be together again this year. It should be wonderful!

Hope you are all doing well (if there is anyone out there who still looks at my blog)!

I'm Back!!!

I don't have the internet at my new apartment, so I don't get to blog as much as I would like. But I thought I'd try and catch you all up on what has been going on in my life. That is if anyone still checks my blog.

In July, I went to visit my Grandparents in Twin Falls. We had a great visit. It was good to see them and spend time with them. They only live 3 1/2 hours away, but I don't see them as often as I should.

Then in August, I went back again to go to the Temple open house with my grandma. It was a great experience to be there with my grandma. It was a beautiful place and had such a special feeling.

Who knew Twin Falls was such a beautiful place! The waterfalls are gorgeous!

At the beginning of August, Aimee, Sean and Cole came to town. I love spending time with them. It was very good to see them. Cole is as cute as ever. I am not very talented at taking pictures. I followed him around all over and didn't get one where he was looking at the camera. Oh well, he's so cute it doesn't really matter.

Then at the end of the month, my mom brought Marcus down to Provo. Diana and James were in Vegas, so my mom had Ukiah too. Marcus is now living in Provo going to BYU, so I will hopefully be seeing him a lot more often. My mom went down to St. George to visit her parents and I babysat Ukiah for the weekend. He is such a great kid and we had a lot of fun! Diana flew into Salt Lake Sunday night and she, my mom and Ukiah stayed until Friday, when we all drove home to the Tri-Cities together. But first we stopped to spend the evening, with Grandpa. He and Ukiah had lots of fun together. Very Cute!

Happy Birthday Mom!!

Today is my mom's 50th birthday! I had a cute picture I wanted to put up, but the internet isn't working at my house, so I am at the library to make this post. I will have to post the picture later (when my computer decides to work). But for those of you who are fortunate enough to know my mother, know she doesn't look 50 at all. She looks young and beautiful. Here are a few of the many reasons I love her...

1. She is an optimist
2. She remembers everything
3. She cares
4. She is very patient
5. She knows how to make a bed the right way
6. She is always reading
7. She is loyal
8. She is never grumpy
9. She is sensitive
10. She has beautiful curly hair
11. She plays the piano very well
12. She loves me!

Mom--I hope you know how much you mean to me!!! I love you and hope you have the greatest birthday!! Sorry I'm not there! Love you!

Happy Birthday Patsy

Today is my Aunt's Birthday and she always writes reasons why she loves someone on their birthday, so I thought I would return the favor to her. A few of the many reasons I love my Aunt Patsy . . .

1. She is a great mother to her six kids

2. She is an excellent cook

3. She is very inclusive. I always feel welcome with her and her family.

4. She has a great laugh

5. She is very creative

6. She got me started on blogging

7. She has a great relationship with her husband, that I admire

8. She is so organized

9. She has many different hobbies

10. She is very friendly

Happy Birthday Patsy!

End of School Year

The last week of school we had some sort of party every day. This is the water party. My students were very disappointed in me for not playing softball the day before, so I told them I would join the water party. I didn't have a chance. They bombarded me! It was a lot of fun!