MIA

I know, I know... we have been totally MIA. And, I'll just start with, no, no pictures today. I am currently freezing my butt off in the library so I can effectively communicate with all of you blog-watchers out there (so I may be talking to myself.. no matter). Anyways, Update #1: we moved out of Grandma's basement, and into a cozy little apartment. (no Internet currently)Update #2: We have been out of town A LOT lately, and are glad to be home a little now. Update #3 I met Noah Mavy. For real, in the flesh. Ahh... to live in CA. Update #4: I love Christan, A LOT. guess that's not an update...
We have pictures to document all of these updates, and pictures of The Nephew horseback at a rodeo, and all of them need to get on the blog. I am aware, and am formulating a plan. For now, just love us and our simple, Internet-free lives. :)

My Happy Place

Reason 49538736 I married the right man...

Yesterday, Christian sheepishly looks at me and says, "Lisa, tonight I am wanting to lay down and watch some Gilmore Girls." For real.

(I will throw in that earlier in the day, he changed the headlight in the car. Which I find very manly.)

Springtime

What would a post be on our blog without a few pictures of The Nephew? Christian and I had SO MUCH FUN watching Michael while his mom and dad went to a dance. I got him all dressed up in the outfit I got him for Easter, let him play with all of the fun toys we put in his easter basket, fed him lots of chocolate from his easter candy... and had pizza for dinner!! I mean, really? What kind of aunt would I be if I didn't spoil him rotten?? (I guess we will see if we are allowed to babysit after this is posted :) Here he is. I can't believe how big he is!! (Here is also a great picture of the shoes Grandma got for him)

I was noticing that he kind of looks like he is in pain in this picture. I will pretend like I did not notice that.

They love each other.

The get along really well. Probably because they are about the same level. Love you, honey!!

Oh, then there is us. The real creaters of this blog, making a rare highlight. Yay for spring, by the way! We have been taking advantage of the sunshiney weather, with lots of bike rides, picnics, walks, and fun drives with the windows down and the music up. :)

So this blog...

Is supposed to be all about "us", and what is new with "us". Well, finally, something to update. For a visual reference for this post, please refer to the previous post, dedicated to my dear friend, Kimi. Guess what??? SHE HAD HER BABY TODAY!!!! (As a side note, I only had one exclamation mark after that previous comment, and realised that it deserved AT LEAST 4.) Anyways, she had her son 4 weeks early, guess that little man had places to be! I can't even begin to tell you how wonderful this little blessing is, and how excited I have been to meet him. I will have to wait another few weeks, seeing as I was just out there a week ago. Although, it was all I could do to NOT jump in the car today, and start the drive to CA to introduce myself to him. As an update, no name yet. Are you kidding, they didn't even have a car seat, much less a name! :) We love baby X, and can't wait to welcome him to this crazy world! Congrats to the new Mom and Dad! :)

Sunshine, Love, and Laughter

I was able to spend this past weekend in California, staying with my family, and spending lots of time with my very pregnant, very best friend. I had been having a really rough week, and the break was just what I needed. The second we got in the car on Friday, the windows were down, the sunglasses are on, music is turned up. Just like the good ol' days.

First we went and got pedicures. YAY! Then we went to In and Out. Something about going there with Kimi in the summer time just feels right. We had a blast. We spent the day shopping, eating, laughing, catching up. Goood times...

Kimi had her shower. Very fun. She scored big time. And, can I just say, I love that belly. Everytime I saw her, I couldn't believe it. Kimi has been with me through so many tough times, and even more good times, I am so happy for her. She will be the best mom ever, and will love this little boy more than anyone can imagine. If only she would get a car seat...

Can I just say that this picture is so US?! I adore her, adore her husband, and ADORE her baby.

I also got to spend all day on Saturday having some major gir time with my mom. We went and saw Confessions of a Shopaholic, then, as fitting as it is, we went SHOPPING! We tried to find a cute pair of well fitting jeans for me, but left empty handed. Well, other than a great pair of shoes for The Nephew. Good thing she is coming to utah in April! :)

I had such a nice time in CA, reality was harsh. Thanks so much for letting me be a part of your weekend, everyone. I will come again soon!! :)

Third time's the... charm?

What the heck?? I am now sick for the THIRD time this winter. And its not just a little sick, I have a COLD!! I know, I know, I'm a baby. But I really feel like I was run over by a truck or something. I had the most wonderful weekend (went home to CA for a little R&R with Kimi and my family... just what the Dr. ordered), but then I come home and get sick! So here I sit, at my fun little desk, with a box of Kleenex, Sprite, and counting down the minutes till I get to go home and crash. Maybe Christian will even make me a little soup? That would be nice.

As for pictures of above mentioned trip, they are coming. Since they are on my camera, I can post whatever ones I want (watch out, Kimi), and I plan on doing that. For now, its back to work for me. Send me plenty of healthy vibes from blog-land!