A Look Back

This birthday has been really hard for me. I've officially entered the last year of my 30s. They do say that 40 is the new 20, but that still doesnt make me feel any better. Today I was thinking about the fads and fun I have been able to be a part of during these first four decades of my life and these are just a few of my favorites:

1970s - Bell bottoms, Strawberry Shortcake Dolls, Star Wars, John Lennon, Saturday morning cartoons and my first kiss.

1980s - Leg warmers, Speak and Spell, Breakfast Club, Prince, videos on MTV and my first child.

1990s - Flannel shirts, Jenga, Silence of the Lambs, Nirvana, Friends and a college degree.

2000s - As my husband would say "guys wearing their little sisters pants" (theyre not my favorite but always make me laugh), XBox, Lord of the Rings, Linkin Park, Reality television and an eternal family.

Ive lived in New Mexico, Montana, Nebraska, Washington, Oregon, Utah, Wyoming and soon to be Nevada.

Ive made and lost great friends.

Ive had four of the most amazing kids. I hope that I've instilled in them some of the wonderful lessons and qualities my parents taught me.

I pray that the next 40 years of my life are filled with just as much health, happiness and love that the first 39 years have brought me.

I Never Thought...

Last week, Bobby was able to be a part of the Hersheys Track Meet. Each school held a track meet and then took the top two placers from each event to the Hersheys Meet. Bobby was able to place in two different events. The 200 and the long jump. It was so fun sitting there all day and watching these elite kids participate.

I love you Bud and am so proud that you are my son!

Also, this weekend is our stake conference. Tonight, Robb wanted to go to the adult session and then out to ice cream afterward. . . on a Saturday night! I never thought in a trillion years that this would be his idea of a good time. I feel so privileged to have him in my life and in our kids lives. He has turned into the man I always knew he could become. He is my rock. He is such a good example to everyone he comes in contact with. He has a kind heart and a strong testimony and pushes me to learn and to be the best I can spiritually.
I love you babe and am so proud to call you my husband!

(Do you approve of my song, Aunt Joan??)

Bittersweet Farewell

WARNING: This post includes tons of pics. I wish I was clever enough to make collage out of them and someday I will but for today. . . deal with it.

Last weekend my loving relief society presidency threw our family a going away barbecue. This is us.

Sexiest relief society presidency EVER!

One of these things are not like the other, one of these things are kinda the same. . . I love my little leprechaun.

Nat

Afterwards, some of us got together at my house for spa night. We did facials. . .

and waxing. . .

and pedicures!!

I feel so very blessed that the Lord has let us be a part of this amazing ward family. We have never been happier. This move isnt too far and we will still be able to see these wonderful people whenever we want to!!

Thank you Hidden Valley Ward!!