Wednesday, July 30, 2008

my new form of transportation

So, this morning I woke up as usual. got ready, as usual. and started a little online work. . . . as usual. (here comes the not-so-usual part) knock knock knock. Let's be honest. No one knocks on our door. The two visitors we've ever had, a. we knew were coming over or b. were close enough friends that they didn't knock. I jump of my all to comfy rocking chair (which had been coveted for years now and my husband was sweet enough to order it as my birthday present and hide it in the spare bathroom until my day) and find a police officer at my door.


He was given our name and address to follow up a possible police report. *insert look of confusion* He then gives me a number to call dispatch and talk to them. Apparently there was a vehicle recovered this morning in my name, with utah liscense plates, a white honda civic. Now would be the time where I run down the stairs and lo and behold: no car in the parking lot. Yes, our car was stolen last night from our apartment complex, driven about 4 miles away from our place and stripped of it's valuables, which apparently consits of the car's computer, cata- somthing converter, stereo, a few cd's, Michaels baseball card collection and who knows what else. There also may have been some damage to the steering column, we won't know the extent for sure until later this week and it gets to a shop. The car was deemed "undrivable" so, it had to be towed to a yard where we pay per-day until its released. To spare you some details: this sucks.


So, from now til who knows when these little piggy's are my new form of transportation. (do you love my tan lines?)
Moral of the story: Don't get your car stolen.
Note to person who stole our car: I hate you.
Yes, this is the second time this particular car has been stolen. GGRRRRRRR!

Sunday, July 27, 2008

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday to, well . . . . ME!!! So, can I just tell you I love birthday's !?! Particularly my own, but you know. Some thing about them. just fabulous. See, its four am and instead of sleeping, i am smiling (and blogging) about how great the next twenty hours will be. crazy you say, well you wouldn't be the first and thank you. I kindof like the label crazy. I'm very excited to play the 'birthday' card. I, opossed to others, really enjoy sunday birthday's because it really becomes a birthday weekend - almost like two birthdays in one. :) I possibly am rambling now, but thanks to all who already have, and will yet wish me a happy birthday. I feel very blessed to have such a fabulous family and friends. I have a feeling 25 is going to be a good year!!

Tuesday, July 15, 2008

TWO YEARS!!!!



It's official. Michael and I have been married for two years today!! I'm not even sick of him yet! Michael planned what I'm sure will be a wonderful and romantic evening for the two of us tonight. I am so lucky to have him in my life. He is my perfect match! I won't get too sappy on y'all but I LOVE HIM!!! Marrying him was the best decision I ever made, and to date, the happiest day of my life. I frequently joke that I wish I could marry him again. . . . I guess that's what anniversary's are for. Too bad this one won't involve kneader's cake . . . . or gifts/money. If you would feel so inclined to congratulate us again or for your first time. Please send gifts via US postal service. You know where we live- we have re-registered at Bed Bath and Beyond for your shopping convenience. Thank you in advance for your support and generosity, we look forward to many anniversary (gift giving opportunities) in the future.

Saturday, July 12, 2008

Memories Anyone?

This was a tag of sorts I thought might be intersting:

1. As a comment on my blog, leave a memory that you and I had together. It doesn't matter if you knew me a little or a lot, anything you remember.
2. Next, re-post these instructions on your blog. And then I will leave a memory of you on yours!

Wednesday, July 9, 2008

Independence '08



We had a wonderful Independence Day. We spent most of the day up in Austin. We first stopped in San Marcus for some shopping. Holy Outlets!!! I couldn't believe how many stores there are up there! Pretty sure I'll be taking another trip, and I'll leave Michael home that day. :) We went with our friends Scott and Paige and rented some canoes on town lake. We visited the capital, drove aroung UT, watched fireworks and ate some uniquely austin food. We now know where the "Keep Austin Weird" shirts and bumper stickers originate and why they're sells are so popular. I acctually have seen said bumper stickers a lot since Friday. Michael managed to loose his phone at the park. Lucky for us there are nice people in this world, some guy picked it us and called us the next day. It was a slightly dramatic ordeal to meet up with him to get it back, but all in all, it was a very relaxing holiday weekend. We missed our family but we tried not to let it get us down. Hooray for Freedom!!

Thursday, July 3, 2008

Little Lanie


So, with Michael gone to scout camp, what's a girl to do? (besides sleep diagonal on the bed) BLOG!! We were so excited to take a trip to Lubbock last weekend to see the newest member of the family- Ben and Nat's baby girl Lanie. Telling you how ADORABLE she is gives no justice. I would post a photo, but Michael has that camera w/ him at camp. as if he will use it. I'll have to post them later. But Lanie is the sweetest cutest thing ever to breathe air. She is ALL Natalie, oh my gosh!! Already so much personality in that little body it's crazy! As always we had a fabulous time. Jaden is such a charmer. He was so excited to be able to "keep" Lanie, "until she dies." classic. We are sad to see them leave us in the lone star state but what are you gonna do? We're excited for Ben's new job it just gives us one more state to visit. You know how we love road trips!! It was really nice to see my Mom again- it had been a while. :)