A Favorite Thing

I love reading and I have really enjoyed being apart of my ward's book club. It's just nice to get together with the girls, discuss a good book, and of course eat yummy food.

This month was my turn to pick a book and host. I chose Jane Eyre. It was my second time reading it and I loved it even more this time. It is a classic. . .so if you haven't read it, give it a try. I think you'll love it too. . .

Happy Birthday Pete

34 Words

kind. loving. handsome. funny. hardworking. smile. goofy. tease. husband. father. man. laugh. blue eyes. hands. music. doctor. testimony. smart. style. patient. sleepless. priorities. selfless. tall. sings. little kid. respectful. thoughtful. example. calm. christlike. samuel. love.

~I Love You~

Samuel's Birthday Memories

Balloons + Curious George + Chocolate Cake =

A Very Happy Little Boy!

Finally. . .the chair!

Okay so here is the chair I re-did. I saw it on someones front lawn one evening on my way to the store and I thought if it's still there when I come back that chair is mine! Lucky (or maybe unlucky) for me it was still there. I was inspired by 320 Sycamore, this sweet and talented girl can take any piece of junk and turn it into something amazing. After 2 days of sanding this dang chair, I came to the conclusion some things just aren't worth "free"!

However now that all is said and done I do love how it turned out and could possibly talk myself into doing another makeover :)

8 Years Ago

I married the man of my dreams. We've had some wonderful days and some sad days, I just can't imagine experiencing them with anyone else. He is my perfect match.

I LOVE, LOVE, Brad Paisley's new song "Then", and I was teasing Pete, that if he had time to listen to the radio, he would dedicate this song to me :)

ahhh such is the life of a residence wife (or all wives of busy husbands!) - she has to find her own songs to dedicate to herself. Love you so much PJ

2 Years Ago

This sweet little boy came into our world, and we've loved every minute since then.

Last night I was reading my journal and reliving the heartbreak of 5 years trying to have children unsuccessfully.

Then reliving the overwhelming JOY at seeing that little heartbeat 4 weeks after going through IVF.

I am FOREVER grateful Heavenly Father blessed us with our little Samuel.

I never knew love like this.

Happy Birthday Bobo!

Samuel LOVES this song from Curious George. I'll post more pics from the celebration in a couple days.

love of summer

Saturday was a perfect day for a picnic in the park

hiking through the forest

and to swing, swing, swing

Instant Gratification

I've never been one to have much patience for sewing, quilting, cross-stitching, (redoing chairs found on the side of the road), etc. I want to see results immediately!

Strange since my mom is a fabulous seamstress, she made my beautiful wedding gown.What happened to me?!

So I have found the perfect hobby

- is it a hobby? I hope so, now I finally have something to fill in on those questionnaires! -

ANYWAY. . .drum roll please. . . .

Jewelry Night

I love this newish "club" we have in our ward. What could be better than getting together with the ladies, creating pretty earrings, bracelets, and necklaces, all the while munching on yummy treats. The best part - I have a finished project when I leave. One that I can wear the very next day. LOVE IT!

Oh and I forgot to mention, if I can do this - truly anyone can do it.

Not to worry, the chair is very close to being done. This weekend definitely. . .probably.

Father and Son Vacation

Pete planned a trip to Seattle to visit his sister, Marianne, who recently had a beautiful baby girl. He decided to take Samuel along since he could still fly for free. They had a wonderful time! Samuel loved the trains behind their apartment, the beach, birds, tractors, boats, the zoo - but most of all he loved Uncle Fox, Aunt Marianne, and baby Amelia. We love you guys!

Here are just a few pictures from their adventures.

"Be Right Back"

a favorite phrase of Samuel's as he's shaking his finger and walking away from me.

I promise I'll be right back too (if anyone even reads this) . I have updates and pictures coming, including: Pete's vacation week, a fixer upper chair I found on the side of the road, a road trip, and a new found hobby.

My sweet husband has been EXTREMELY busy with work and filling out applications for fellowship, so therefore no computer time for me in the evenings.

That little thing called a career is pretty important to him. . .to me too!

So "be right back". . . hopefully this weekend.