The House

The classic pic in front of the house the day of closing. So we're predictable- big deal, I don't care we're HOME-OWNERS now!!! YAY!
kindof scary and my hand has a cramp from signing my name so many times but we couldn't be happier with the biggest purchase of our lives! One day we'll post pics of the inside but the only way for you to guarantee seeing it is to visit! So many great people helped along the way, and we are so grateful for everyone's advise, encouragement and support- even if it was listening to me vent my stress/anxiety away! We love it and can hardly wait to move in!!

Attempting to catch up = long post

Utah {week 2}
My second week in Utah was much more relaxing than the first. It was nice to see some good friends I haven't seen for a LONG time, as well as get more quality one-on-one time with family members. gotta love it. I found myself staring at the mountains quite regularly. I was surprised how quickly I forgot the view from my parents back yard. I also miss how it acctually cools down at night in UT- our lows in SA are like 75. . . . not all that cool but this isn't a "things I miss about Utah" post {which may come at a later date} so I'll continue:

Saturday we hiked to a waterfall in Pleasant Grove.

I think somebody missed me. . . cuz this is what I found in the apartment when I got home. {ok, somebody might have missed him too} -a week is a long time to be a 'batchelor' after you've been married to me for three years!

To 'celebrate' my birthday we took a little {well, long, really} day trip to Waco, TX. as seen in the next photo home of Dr Pepper!

Ah, that special goodness. I don't know how we've lived here for a year and a half and hadn't been yet. Since that WAS one of the deciding factors on me moving here to begin with. Oh, I know why. . . . . they have weird hours! {they close at like 4}

Besides the quite lengthy drive, we had a blast! I loved reading all about the 2nd love of my life and something about an old soda fountain w a soda jerk just makes drinking it that much more enjoyable! A few of my favorites were:

-the old commercials

-it used to be called "waco" and if you wanted one you would say "shoot me a waco"

-a pharmacist "Morrison" concocted it. . . in a pharmacy

-the myth of Dr Pepper is made w prune juice {the rumor started by a competitor to get people to STOP drinking Dr Pepper. . . . which obviously didn't work} the secret of the 23 fuit flavors is STILL a mystery

-the 10 2 4 campaign {you should drink a dr pepper three times a day: at 10 2 & 4 because that is the time of day when your blood sugar is low and people tend to get hunger pains/headaches of which having a tasty soda would remedy}

-All the speculations as to 'how' it got its name {possibly as a 'dowry' to get a Dr. Pepper {a REAL Dr {like MD} in England, to let Morrison to marry his daughter} and of course:

-the gift shop. thank you sugar cane!

We finished the day by going to IKEA in Austin and was TOTALLY bummed the cafe was under construction. . . .stupid making it bigger.

As for my ACTUAL birthday I was totally spoiled with gifts from Michael and had a lovely time at dinner {minus the crappy service. . . . i'm much more picky since i've been a waitress myself} with friends. I have a feeling 26 is going to be a good year! Thank you to all who wished, or tried to wish {I only purposely missed SOME of your calls lol} me a lovely day, which it was! and I'll try to post more than once in the next month.

Not to get too political....

I thought this was pretty good.

Best Day EVER!

ok, maybe not TODAY. But, three years ago today may have been. Namely because of this:

Today's the anniversary of the day I married my best friend! And, I'd do it again anytime, anyplace.

Utah! {week 1}

Week one of my stay in Utah is offically over. To say it was jam-packed is an understatement! Here's a run-down of the trip thus far:
-fly circles around utah lake for and hour waiting for a 'storm' to pass
-See previously mentioned missionary brother
-get family pictures taken {that's right, ALL 30 of us!}
-attend the 'non-welcome home talk'
-baby blessing
-Temple open house-Shop {Texas doesn't believe in modest church attire}
-Play with nieces and nephews
-Camping for four days equiped with rain and HAIL, {we were the smart ones who chose the tent with a hole in it. that part, not so fun} rope swinging, hiking, canoeing, swiming, four-wheeling, gaming, zip-lining, party island-ing, eating, golfing, laughing, freezing. basically everything but sleeping. {mostly by choice}
-Freedom Run {well, walk} most of us did the 5K but a few did the 10K some of which went above and beyond and ran 11k's :) {It actually was kindof cool - something I never thought I would admit.}

-Parade

-Swimming {Lindon has a pretty cool new "aquatic center"}

-BBQ's

-Fireworks

-Plenty of "baby-holding"

We basically decided that showering was taking too much time away from hanging out with family members we haven't seen in way too long. {and soon began to avoid confined spaces}

The debut of baby Avenlee and the 'newest' Wright: Isn't she just the sweetest thing?

Well, now that the "main event" is over and most family members have returned to their homes I'm feeling a little dejavu- Home with my little bro and mom and dad. I feel like I'm 17 again.

Here's to a relaxing week two! Michael, you're on your own!

two years already?

This is my 'little' bro Shaun, and the former Elder Wright. Shaun returned from his mission today!! It was great to talk to him {stupid 1400 miles} and I can't wait to see him! The members in the California Santa Rosa Mission were lucky to have him. . . . I'm just glad we got him back!. . . . now to convince him to live in San Antonio. . . . . out of state tuition isn't that expensive right? we'll see.

Crazy San Antonio and home shopping!!!

So it has been awhile since I (Michael) have posted anything. So I thought i would bring everyone up to date of what we have been doing lately.

The Young Men in the ward have been preparing to go to Scout Camp. Thanks to Scott Paul and Steve Seago they will have enough adult leadership there that being said, that doesn't mean I didn't help out. A couple of weeks before i showed the Young Men how to cook effectively over an open flame. I also had to teach them as well how to provide for themselves....they thought that I was cooking for them. Please I downed all these in two minutes!



So we have been playing a lot of games with some friends of ours and they have a "special daughter" only one that Satan can appreciate. She tears through everything, so they have found a great way to put her in "time out". The nice thing is that she has her favorite duck with her!



These friends we play cards with have a small apartment and so they have to double up on somethings, the restroom and gameroom (pretty sweet surround sound while playing Wii on the can. They complain I take too long, but what can you expect when you keep winning at Mario Cart. Also you have to be somewhat cordinated and able to multi-task otherwise you will fall off the toilet, a lot). They also combine the Master Bedroom and Living Room (it gets a little akward when you underwear all over the place, but i'm used to it now) and of course the washing machine and a cooler!

Our lease on our apartment expires end of August so we are in the process of looking for a home. Another couple in the ward wanted us to stay in the ward and said we could have their cellar. I was up for it but apparently Trish had some reservations about us moving in. I can only imagine she had a horrific experience involving a bus as a child.

The nice thing about this place is that they already have a garden going which is so nice. We were going to plant a vegtable garden, so all we would have to do is find some more unused toilets. If anyone has any would you please let me know? Thanks.

Also another selling point is that at this location they recycle. So we would be doing our part to save the world. We would probably put our "tidy cat mail box right below theirs".

We also looked at a few other options. This one was at the top of my list as well. Unfortunately, Trish and I could not agree on this house or any of the ones I liked. How awesome would that be to have swing in your front yard!

Eventually i found my favorite house or I should say "mobile" house. You know the decorations are already there for each Christmas. The house comes with the car. Also when we have different holidays all you would need to do is dress up the car and/or the reindeer accordingly. So if any of you can encourage Trish, tell her we should get this place!!!! Thanks for you help.

Well we are doing great here in San Antonio! We will talk to you all later.