MEMORIES... such found Memories!!

We got this from the LOVELY LACEY!! We will give it a go!

1. Add a comment on my blog, leave one memory that you and I had together. It doesn't matter if you knew me a little or a lot, anything you remember! Does this sound completely self-centered? Oh well, who cares!

2. Next, re-post these instructions on your blog and see how many people leave a memory about you. It's actually pretty funny to see the responses. If you leave a memory about me, I'll assume you're playing the game and I'll come to your blog and leave one about you. If you don't have a blog, I'll leave one in my comments box. I can't wait to see what people remember.

THE 4TH OF JULY

HAPPY 4TH

I LOVE THE FOURTH OF JULY. I think it is the parades, fireworks, B.B.Q's, rodeos, and family! We had such a wonderful time with both of our families.

We started out the day with the Kaysville Parade. It is so much fun. It is very crowded though. So we decided to park our car at Lacey's house, are ride our bikes to the parade.


Eric did a great job packing up the bikes. He has so many talents!!!



We made it to the parade, a little sweaty, to join Eric's fam. Ryan and Lacey did a great job staking out our coveted spot. The best part of the parade is watching all the little kids run for the candy. They would get sooo excited.




It did get a little loud at times. Ella didn't like that at all. Eric did a great job protecting her.



When we weren't watching the parade, we were being entertained by Jack. He was crawling all over the place. Enjoying everything. He is getting so big!

Put 'em up!




The parade always ends with a water fight! Always a good time!



Later that day we went over to Bob and Margaret's beautiful new home for a BBQ. It was so much fun! Lots of food, fun, and people.

The kids loved the home made water slide in the back yard.


Later, all the boys had a ping-pong tournament on Bob's new ping pong table. I am proud to say, MY HUBBY WAS THE CHAMPION. But Bob held his ground and won in doubles.

OAKLEY RODEO!!

After the BBQ, we joined my family up in Oakley for the Rodeo. My mom got awesome seats, for all the action. It was such a fun rodeo.

The bull riding is always my favorite, even though it scares me to death. But the best part was enjoying the night with the fam.





Jordan wanted to pose for some pics too.




My cute parents!



The Rodeo ended with some fireworks! The 4th was great! Thanks to both our families!

God Bless America!!!

TWINKLE TOES!!

DANCE DANCE DANCE! Ella, Avery, and little Lilly, sure know how to shake it! I don't think there is anything more cute than little girls dancing at their dance recitals. I think it is the shinny little costumes, big curls in their hair, smiles on their face, and them starring at the girl next to them, trying to see what they should do next. We had so much fun watching our cute little nieces just dancin' away! We love them all so much!

GRADUATION!!

This past week, we attended Ryan's Graduation from High School. WOW, it made us feel so old. It has already been seven years since I graduated, and nine years since Eric graduated.
It was so fun to see Ryan out there. I can't believe all that he has done this year. He is so much more mature than we were at 18 years old. He has had so many wonderful experiences. At the top of the list, Brighton's Varsity Soccer taking STATE this year! What an awesome experience! It has so fun watching Ryan play. His team and coach love him so much! He has been such an asset to the team.
WE LOVE YOU RYAN! CONGRATULATIONS ON A WONDERFUL YEAR!

WE-HATE- CLAP, CLAP- REAL-ESTATE CLAP,CLAP

So, you can probably guess what this blog is about. We are sick and tired of the real estate market in Utah and the stingy sellers that don't know that they're never going to get offers for the prices listed. I really don't know anything about the house above, but if it's in Utah, the owner probably thinks its got $250k in sentimental value, eventhough its only worth the change in between my cushions.

Heather and I are wigging out in our little apartment and the clutter is mounting up on us. We've followed the market for the last year, checking online listings---anywhere from 10 to 25 times per week all year long.

We want to get something this summer, but nothing fits quite well enough... SERENITY NOW!!!

A WEEKEND WITH THE PROPHET!!

PRESIDENT MONSON
So this weekend we pretty much were everywhere that President Monson was! On Friday night we got to go to the series ending Jazz game! (which was awesome!!!) President Monson was sitting in the suite next to us! All that stood between us, was a thin piece of glass. When not watching the game, we were watching the Prophet and his wife. His wife didn't seem to be enjoying the game much, sleeping through most of it. The Jazz got a few claps out of our cute Prophet, but not a smile. Maybe it was the loud noises, the crazy stunts, or the body guard watching his every move. He seemed to enjoy the array of food though!

Then today we went to Stake Conference, and guess who was on the stand?? You're right! It was President Monson. He lives in our stake, and is very good at coming and visiting. He shared some wonderful memories from his time here. It was amazing! I am so grateful for our wonderful prophet. I feel so blessed to live here in Utah so close to these wonderful men!

25 YEARS AND COUNTING!!

Last week I celebrated my 25th birthday. And surprisingly enough, felt like my 30th. I was freaking out! All the sudden I realized all the things that I still wanted to do before I turned forty, which seemed to be approaching too quickly. Time seemed to be running out!
Then Eric calmed me down, and reassured me of all things that I have already done and am doing. I realized he was right. The last seven years of my life have been incredible. From college to traveling, from teaching to getting married. It has all been great! I wouldn't trade any of it.
My cute class really made my day special. They can always make me feel good. Who wouldn't want this job??

My cute class celebrating my birthday!
(I had to delete this pic, I don't know if I can put pics of my class on my blog??? Is that illegal?)

They spoiled me with all sorts of treats, cards, and presents.

Me and Eric going to Market Street Grill on my birthday! (taken with my new birthday camera!!)

Hopefully this year will be just as great as the last! Thanks to everyone's Birthday wishes! Love you all!