Birthday Book

So I was really excited to make my Birthday Book after the post about it. I finally finished it and honestly I'm not too thrilled with the final product. It's missing something and I couldn't ever decided what. But here are a few pictures of some of the pages. Let me know what you think!

House and Diesel Dog

We did our walkthrough this morning. It looks so great. Just a few minor touch-ups that they need to do and it will be perfect. We're scheduled to close on Tuesday! Yahoo. I can't wait to move all my stuff into that new house smell. I'll post some pictures of the completed product in the next couple days.

Also, it's my pups birthday today. He's 2! We need to take him to Petco and get him a new toy.

Wheeler Farm

I returned the favor of family pictures to Hannah at Wheeler Farm last night. It was a little challenging using a camera that I'd never used before, but I really really enjoyed myself. It was a lot of fun! Now, I just need to get myself a nice camera.

Caden is such a cutie!

Grateful Sunday #1

What an inspiring Sunday for me. You know how sometimes you go to church and feel like every song, every talk, or lesson was designed specifically for you? That was me today. I really enjoyed our Sunday School lesson. The lesson was aimed around trials that we go through in our lives and how we will find comfort if we can turn to the Lord. One point she made was one that really stood out to me. She said that even though we face many tough trials in our lives that they will never be harder than what our Brother, Jesus Christ, went through for us.

So for this first Grateful Sunday I'd like to talk about how grateful I am for the Atonement of Jesus Christ.

My Grandpa's death is one of the hardest things I've had to go through in my life so far. But when I put it in perspective compared to the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ, I know it is not even a tiny fraction of what He went through. And because of this sacrifice we are able to turn to the Lord in our times of trial and adversity. How lucky we are to have a Heavenly Father who loved us so much that He sent His Son that we might live again. When I first found out that Grandpa had been diagnosed I often prayed to the Lord that he might be healed. But then I realized that this may not be the path the Lord had in store for him or for me or the rest of my family. I then turned to the Lord asking that I might understand His will. If His will was to take my Grandpa from this life that I might understand and be comforted. And I was. I found comfort in the knowledge that I have of eternal families and that it wouldn't be the last time I would see him. I hope that anyone that is going through a hard time in their lives knows that they can always turn to the Lord in prayer and feel the peace and comfort that He provides.

Things I've Been Enjoying

I've been totally smothered in kindness the past few weeks by friends and family. I appreciate everyones thoughts and prayers. Today I wanted to share a bit of what I'm enjoying. My company sent me this and I ate almost the whole thing by myself. Love Edible Arrangements.

Then my sweet aunts sent me 2 dozen red roses. I've had them on my desk since Monday and I have got to say they are some of the most fragrant roses I've ever smelt. Each time I sit down in my chair I get a whiff and it's heaven.

Although I haven't been enjoying work very much lately, I have been enjoying watching the leaves change from outside my office window. I know these are a little silly because it's trees in commercial parking lots but the colors are so beautiful.

I've really been enjoying going through the family pictures that Hannah took for us. Here's a sneak peek. I don't want to post the rest until I've had the chance to edit them, which will be a few weeks since I'm without photoshop right now.


I was talking to my Mom on the phone today and she asked about the house. I told her our closing date was probably going to be Tuesday the 28th. She sais wow that's only 12 days away. 12 days? No, that can't be right. But it is! It is only 12 days away!!! I didn't think it would ever come and now it's just right around the corner. I cannot wait to have my own space again. Don't get me wrong, I'm very grateful to have had a place to stay for the past 4 months, but nothing beats going home to your own house and doing things your own way and having access to all your things. So excited. Don't know how else to explain it in words. Hope you enjoy your day!