Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Halloween Costumes!
For Halloween we went as Hercules, Meg, and Baby Pegasus. I finally found my camera cord, so here are the pictures!
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Read and Rant
Check out my Creative blog, where I'm trying to put my crafty things primarily. Check it out Here. I put up a picture of Devlin's costume and a yummy treat to make!
Now for the rant part :)
Today is chilly and snowy, which is totally fine. The president of CSU sent an email out yesterday before it even started to snow essentially stating that he would not be closing CSU today. I found it to be a funny email, but also jerky because he already made up his mind and didn't even wait to see how bad it was.
Last night our trees were bending down almost touching the ground and a few neighbors were already losing branches. Well this morning, we had lost about 3 branches that had fallen into our yard and the whole city looks a mess (branches everywhere, and some falling into the street as people drive!) CSU sent an email stating that they were staying open, but to not park or walk under trees. Anyone who has been to Fort Collins will know that there are literally trees everywhere!! In the span of about 2 minutes walking to class this morning I heard about 5-6 trees snap. I also witnessed someone also get hit by a huge falling tree. It was ridiculous!!
Anyway the point of my rant is that they should wait until they actually see the snow and what it's doing before making a decision and not to make one before anything even happens. I really don't have a problem with going to school in snow, but the branches falling everywhere is just so dangerous!
Here is a picture of the oval, which they had to close down because of all the branches falling into the road and sidewalks.
Now for the rant part :)
Today is chilly and snowy, which is totally fine. The president of CSU sent an email out yesterday before it even started to snow essentially stating that he would not be closing CSU today. I found it to be a funny email, but also jerky because he already made up his mind and didn't even wait to see how bad it was.
Last night our trees were bending down almost touching the ground and a few neighbors were already losing branches. Well this morning, we had lost about 3 branches that had fallen into our yard and the whole city looks a mess (branches everywhere, and some falling into the street as people drive!) CSU sent an email stating that they were staying open, but to not park or walk under trees. Anyone who has been to Fort Collins will know that there are literally trees everywhere!! In the span of about 2 minutes walking to class this morning I heard about 5-6 trees snap. I also witnessed someone also get hit by a huge falling tree. It was ridiculous!!
Anyway the point of my rant is that they should wait until they actually see the snow and what it's doing before making a decision and not to make one before anything even happens. I really don't have a problem with going to school in snow, but the branches falling everywhere is just so dangerous!
Here is a picture of the oval, which they had to close down because of all the branches falling into the road and sidewalks.
Monday, October 24, 2011
Maybe it's time...
I need to start taking care of myself more and being "selfish" in a sense. I came to this realization yesterday after I spent the night in the ER. I have been sick this last week and have been suffering from back pain for the last 3-4 months. At my doctor's, she felt my back and told me it was my SI joint that was hurting me (no urine tests or any other tests), so I believed her. It's been getting worse over time, and my gut feeling Friday night was that I needed to be seen, but I didn't go in...
After a terrible day on Saturday and not being able to move without being in intense pain (almost as bad as my back labor with Dev), Jaren called a nurse hotline and explained what was going on. They recommended that we get in as soon as possible, and preferably to go to the ER, so we did. My in-laws were able to take Dev for the night and we went in...
We were there for only a little while because it was not busy, which was nice. I ended up being diagnosed with a UTI, and we found that my pelvis never went back into place correctly after having Dev and that is why I am having the intense pain in my back. I was so glad that it's nothing worse, but also glad that they found out why it's happening. I am now on medicine for both and I'm trying to adjust to it. Unfortunately one of them is making me throw up (UGH!), but I'd rather throw up than feel horrible pain!
So now my only food friends are buttered noodles, crackers, and ginger ale.
After a terrible day on Saturday and not being able to move without being in intense pain (almost as bad as my back labor with Dev), Jaren called a nurse hotline and explained what was going on. They recommended that we get in as soon as possible, and preferably to go to the ER, so we did. My in-laws were able to take Dev for the night and we went in...
We were there for only a little while because it was not busy, which was nice. I ended up being diagnosed with a UTI, and we found that my pelvis never went back into place correctly after having Dev and that is why I am having the intense pain in my back. I was so glad that it's nothing worse, but also glad that they found out why it's happening. I am now on medicine for both and I'm trying to adjust to it. Unfortunately one of them is making me throw up (UGH!), but I'd rather throw up than feel horrible pain!
So now my only food friends are buttered noodles, crackers, and ginger ale.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Ready for a break!
The cycle of life continues with working on school and home tasks and trying to teach my wonderful toddler about life. Stress comes in and out of my life several times a day and sometimes it really just stinks; one stress-free day would be fabulous!
Jaren and I are halfway done with this semester and I couldn't be happier with that knowledge. I will be graduating in the Spring and that makes me even happier! I really just want to be able to spend time with my son and not have to deal with school deadlines. I'd love to have more energy to go out and do things at the library and around town, just for fun. But for now, I am a student/Stay at home mom.
The joy that has been brought into my life recently is being crafty! Jaren and I have made a few Halloween decorations recently and we had a ton of fun. I am also currently working on our Halloween costumes and I am so excited :) Once I'm done I will be posting the pictures.
I am ready for a break and some 'me' time. I've been so unorganized lately and I need a refresher. Does it have something to do with trying to give up drinking pop and eating sugar? Probably. My body got way too used to that artificial stuff and now it's rebelling against me. Sticking it out will help me more than me "Where is my sugar" self thinks. Well, I hope everyone stays well with the weather changing!
Ta ta for now!
Jaren and I are halfway done with this semester and I couldn't be happier with that knowledge. I will be graduating in the Spring and that makes me even happier! I really just want to be able to spend time with my son and not have to deal with school deadlines. I'd love to have more energy to go out and do things at the library and around town, just for fun. But for now, I am a student/Stay at home mom.
The joy that has been brought into my life recently is being crafty! Jaren and I have made a few Halloween decorations recently and we had a ton of fun. I am also currently working on our Halloween costumes and I am so excited :) Once I'm done I will be posting the pictures.
I am ready for a break and some 'me' time. I've been so unorganized lately and I need a refresher. Does it have something to do with trying to give up drinking pop and eating sugar? Probably. My body got way too used to that artificial stuff and now it's rebelling against me. Sticking it out will help me more than me "Where is my sugar" self thinks. Well, I hope everyone stays well with the weather changing!
Ta ta for now!
Friday, September 16, 2011
Cool Discovery
Today I discovered Picasa and I created the new Header for the blog.
Now for the name change. Every time I hear my last name, of course I think of already and I like the idea of us already being 'here'. I know that sometimes I think "Oh I can't wait for the next part of our lives when things are easier", etc. You have to think that we are here now and we need to enjoy our lives as they happen and not look only to the future for happiness. Happiness is here and now and We're Allredy There!
We are now 4 weeks into school, so about a fourth of the way done. I have not missed a single class because I have not been sick at all (I am willing myself to stay healthy and hope that I'm not jinxing it!) School seems to be going well for both of us. I have 2 on campus classes and two institute classes; Jaren has 4 campus classes and one institute class.
Jaren has moved from the Bakery dept. to the Deli - his pay is raised by almost $2 an hour! He also has found another part time job that uses him when they need him; it is a custom door place where is actually using his skills for the profession that he is wanting to do.
I am busy keeping up with the house and Devlin, who is learning so fast. Devlin is 15 months now and loves to talk, run, jump, terrorize the cats and play with the dog! I love him so much and I'm so proud to be his mother.
I'm excited for life right now and I love the feeling of change that fall is bringing.
Now for the name change. Every time I hear my last name, of course I think of already and I like the idea of us already being 'here'. I know that sometimes I think "Oh I can't wait for the next part of our lives when things are easier", etc. You have to think that we are here now and we need to enjoy our lives as they happen and not look only to the future for happiness. Happiness is here and now and We're Allredy There!
We are now 4 weeks into school, so about a fourth of the way done. I have not missed a single class because I have not been sick at all (I am willing myself to stay healthy and hope that I'm not jinxing it!) School seems to be going well for both of us. I have 2 on campus classes and two institute classes; Jaren has 4 campus classes and one institute class.
Jaren has moved from the Bakery dept. to the Deli - his pay is raised by almost $2 an hour! He also has found another part time job that uses him when they need him; it is a custom door place where is actually using his skills for the profession that he is wanting to do.
I am busy keeping up with the house and Devlin, who is learning so fast. Devlin is 15 months now and loves to talk, run, jump, terrorize the cats and play with the dog! I love him so much and I'm so proud to be his mother.
I'm excited for life right now and I love the feeling of change that fall is bringing.
Saturday, August 20, 2011
My new toy for only $5!!
I'm so glad I went to ARC today because I found a great deal!
I found a Xyron Personal Cutting System, hardly used with carrying case, 11 books, instruction manuals, etc. for $5! They had it priced at $10, but it was 50% off.
I looked up what it goes for new and with all the books, which range from $20 - $30 each, it would be $345 - $435 for all that I got.
The System is similar to a Cricut and Die Cut Machines. I'm really excited to start using it!!
I found a Xyron Personal Cutting System, hardly used with carrying case, 11 books, instruction manuals, etc. for $5! They had it priced at $10, but it was 50% off.
I looked up what it goes for new and with all the books, which range from $20 - $30 each, it would be $345 - $435 for all that I got.
The System is similar to a Cricut and Die Cut Machines. I'm really excited to start using it!!
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Mesa Temple Visit
Here is a picture of Devlin from when we visited the Mesa, Arizona Temple last week and I just wanted to share it!
It was a ton of fun and I can't wait to show more!
It was a ton of fun and I can't wait to show more!
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Dirty Dancing Remake? Please Don't
I just read that they are planning a remake in 2013 of Dirty Dancing... Here is the link:
LINK TO SITE
Dirty Dancing is one of my favorite movies ever. It is my go to movie when I want to smile, cry, laugh, etc. I really can't believe they are planning this, especially since it was only made in 1987, a mere 24 years ago! (It reminds me of them remaking Spiderman after only 10 years - stupid move) Why not remake Casablanca, Gone with the Wind, or something else in black & white that kids don't want to watch because it's "old"?
LINK ABOUT THE CONTROVERSY
I really don't think that they should do this, Dirty Dancing 2 was bad enough (the movie was ok, but I really don't like sequels) Personally, I think it's an insult to Patrick Swazye's memory to do a remake this soon. I know others may not agree with that, but it's my opinion.
Also, is it really going to be able to do justice to the original? Just think about it. How many remake's do the original justice?
Sunday, August 7, 2011
ARIZONA!!!
On Friday, Devlin and I flew down to Phoenix, AZ to visit family. He did really well and I was so proud of my big boy!
Here is a picture of Devlin with his baby cousin. I found them getting into the dog food and having a blast getting into trouble together :)
We've been having fun hanging out and on Friday night we went to a children's museum free night. The kids had so much fun with all of the activities that they had. The only problem was how crowded it was...
It is really hot here. I'm planning to go running some this week, I just hope that it isn't too bad. Time to start hydrating lol...
Here is a picture of Devlin with his baby cousin. I found them getting into the dog food and having a blast getting into trouble together :)
We've been having fun hanging out and on Friday night we went to a children's museum free night. The kids had so much fun with all of the activities that they had. The only problem was how crowded it was...
It is really hot here. I'm planning to go running some this week, I just hope that it isn't too bad. Time to start hydrating lol...
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Surprise, Surprise!
Today we were given a notice about a surprise inspection for our townhouse building. We were surprised and of course had to clean our house (mainly the carpet and outside). It was exhausting, but hopefully everything will be ok for them.
I fit into more old clothes today and it makes me so happy!
Jaren and I are budgeting a ton and we are creating a plan to be consumer debt free in a year! We will, of course, have our student loan debt still but it will be so much easier just to manage that debt instead of so many debts!! It will be such a relief to be so much closer to debt free.
I fit into more old clothes today and it makes me so happy!
Jaren and I are budgeting a ton and we are creating a plan to be consumer debt free in a year! We will, of course, have our student loan debt still but it will be so much easier just to manage that debt instead of so many debts!! It will be such a relief to be so much closer to debt free.
Time Marches On
For Pioneer Day I made a Rocky Road cake that didn't quite work out because it was so hot and the Stake activity was outside. Jaren said it was good, but not to my standards lol!
I decided to chop my hair off to donate to Locks of Love!! I love it!
Devlin's new favorite thing is to go to the park and swing! He laughs so much and doesn't like to leave.
Jaren and I started a thing called The Fat Flush last week and we've been on it for 5 days. I've lost 3-4 pounds so far and a little over an inch on my waist. I can fit back into clothes that I haven't worn since last year!! I'm so excited, but I realize that I have an addiction to sugar. After I cut it out, I find that I crave it ALL THE TIME! I've given in a couple times, but only a little bit because I want to keep losing weight! Also, along with the new sensible diet, I've been running 2 miles every day and doing Pilates. I have so much more energy now. I've been on a weight loss plateau for about 6-7 months and it's sucked so much, so I'm glad that I'm seeing results finally.
Well, life goes on and I'm trying to get our house organized. I want to put a path in and I'm looking around to find cheap sod to put in. It's fun to research prices and put together a wish list!
Also, I'm almost finished with my Mom's inventory and that is exciting!
I decided to chop my hair off to donate to Locks of Love!! I love it!
Devlin's new favorite thing is to go to the park and swing! He laughs so much and doesn't like to leave.
Jaren and I started a thing called The Fat Flush last week and we've been on it for 5 days. I've lost 3-4 pounds so far and a little over an inch on my waist. I can fit back into clothes that I haven't worn since last year!! I'm so excited, but I realize that I have an addiction to sugar. After I cut it out, I find that I crave it ALL THE TIME! I've given in a couple times, but only a little bit because I want to keep losing weight! Also, along with the new sensible diet, I've been running 2 miles every day and doing Pilates. I have so much more energy now. I've been on a weight loss plateau for about 6-7 months and it's sucked so much, so I'm glad that I'm seeing results finally.
Well, life goes on and I'm trying to get our house organized. I want to put a path in and I'm looking around to find cheap sod to put in. It's fun to research prices and put together a wish list!
Also, I'm almost finished with my Mom's inventory and that is exciting!
Friday, June 10, 2011
Busy, Busy, Busy!
There has been so much going on and the biggest is that my baby boy turned 1 on Sunday!!
I had so much fun making him his cake. Here are some pictures of my fun adventures in cake making leading up to his!
Last year for Jaren's 24th birthday! A Fun-fetti cake and frosting.
My first adventure into homemade marshmallow fondant. Jaren was playing a tank game, so I decided to make a tank. I used Fun-fetti and white fondant.
This time Jaren and I made a cake together. We had fun sculpting the roses and fairy and just experimenting with how we could make cool things with fondant.
I surprised Jaren with this chocolate covered strawberry with frosting cake for Valentine's Day.
Since we had tried fun things with fondant we decided to do a cool Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, and Harry Potter Cake for Spencer's 23rd birthday. For the figures we used Crispy Rice with fondant. Crumbled cookies for dirt, Brown Sugar for sand. It was a blast. I made Yellow cake and Devil's Food cake with Lemon Cream Filling.
For our Friend Blake's 26th birthday we made a Liger cake for him. I made Devil's food cake with a peanut butter cream cheese filling and bits of Reese's in and on it.
For Sarabeth's 15th birthday we decided to do a fairy swim party cake and later added on Gnomeo and Juliet figures also. I made a Devil's Food Cake and Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Filling. We used crushed up Butterfingers for the tree trunk.
For Jaren's 25th birthday I made him a Mustafar cake with an epic Jedi/Sith battle. I did a Chocolate Cake and poured red jello in it and it melted the cake. I also made a cream cheese filling and colored it orange. I put some of the filling in the cake while it cooked and it made the cake fall in to look like a planet. It turned out so cool!
And finally Devlin's 1st birthday cake! We did a Teddy Bear Picnic birthday so I decided to make a picnic blanket with a Crispy Rice Bear and picnic basket. I made a Fun-fetti Cake with Raspberry Cream Cheese Filling.
I love making these cakes and I'm excited to do more. I already have my sister's baby shower cake to look forward to!!!
I had so much fun making him his cake. Here are some pictures of my fun adventures in cake making leading up to his!
Last year for Jaren's 24th birthday! A Fun-fetti cake and frosting.
My first adventure into homemade marshmallow fondant. Jaren was playing a tank game, so I decided to make a tank. I used Fun-fetti and white fondant.
This time Jaren and I made a cake together. We had fun sculpting the roses and fairy and just experimenting with how we could make cool things with fondant.
I surprised Jaren with this chocolate covered strawberry with frosting cake for Valentine's Day.
Since we had tried fun things with fondant we decided to do a cool Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, and Harry Potter Cake for Spencer's 23rd birthday. For the figures we used Crispy Rice with fondant. Crumbled cookies for dirt, Brown Sugar for sand. It was a blast. I made Yellow cake and Devil's Food cake with Lemon Cream Filling.
For our Friend Blake's 26th birthday we made a Liger cake for him. I made Devil's food cake with a peanut butter cream cheese filling and bits of Reese's in and on it.
For Sarabeth's 15th birthday we decided to do a fairy swim party cake and later added on Gnomeo and Juliet figures also. I made a Devil's Food Cake and Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Filling. We used crushed up Butterfingers for the tree trunk.
For Jaren's 25th birthday I made him a Mustafar cake with an epic Jedi/Sith battle. I did a Chocolate Cake and poured red jello in it and it melted the cake. I also made a cream cheese filling and colored it orange. I put some of the filling in the cake while it cooked and it made the cake fall in to look like a planet. It turned out so cool!
And finally Devlin's 1st birthday cake! We did a Teddy Bear Picnic birthday so I decided to make a picnic blanket with a Crispy Rice Bear and picnic basket. I made a Fun-fetti Cake with Raspberry Cream Cheese Filling.
I love making these cakes and I'm excited to do more. I already have my sister's baby shower cake to look forward to!!!
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