zzeeeezzis...

My family went up to the Draper Temple open house. Leave it to me though to be too spastic to read the directions right so we end up at the wrong church building. We did finally make it though and it was so beautiful! It's crazy to think how many people really do go through to see it. It was a steady line of people and they do tours all day everyday (except Sundays) Roman did good. We pointed out to him, many of the extremely beautiful pictures of Jesus. by the end, every picture was "zzeeeezzis" He must think that's the new word for picture. He'll learn. I think the only one that he didn't say that with was one with a horse. Then he just made his horse noise. It was neat having him there. all my family there. I got to hold Katie for a while through it. I later asked Ty if she let many strangers hold her. Sadly, his reply was a kinda hesitant "well... yeah." I was hoping she didn't. which would mean she knew her aunt CC. That's okay. I still like to think she'd pick me over a stranger any day.

Even a temple that hasn't been dedicated is incredible. There was still a presence in the celestial room that just makes you feel so good. I'm so thankful to have the truthfulness of the gospel and the opportunity of making my family an eternal one. I find happiness in knowing it. Truly, it is everything to me.

thanks all for going.

oh and happy birthday cody!!! You're the coolest. and funny. sometimes. hehe

Good in a Normal Day...

Today was a good day even though my stressful never ending / never winning battle of trying to keep 'Koda dog from jumping the fence was yet again unsuccessful, because

The snow in my front yard has completely melted

Roman, while actually playing by himself for a second, was singing his version of e-i-e-i-o. "EE-ee-ee-ohhh!"

It was warm enough to take a beautiful late morning/early afternoon walk with Rome and 'Koda. ending with quick trip to the park to swing and slide.

My mom brought me grapefruits that she bought 10 for a dollar, at Sunflower Market.

Roman laughed hysterically, while playing with 'koda, because he thought she was chasing him.

My awesome husband didn't kill me for leaving 3 seconds on the microwave

I found a foot board exactly matching our headboard at DI. Costing a whopping total of 15 bucks! Who cares if someone else owned it. It's beautiful!

I happened to be outside when my neighbor backed up right into his garbage can

I went all out, making Todd his ultimate favorite meal; steak and potatoes. complete with mushrooms, coconut shrimp and broccoli. Okay he did the actual grilling but i did everything else dinner required.

Mike and Steph came over for a little bit. I do enjoy their company.

It really was an awesome day and finding the good in it wasn't too hard.

Dino Museum...

We had fun. It was a play date with Rome's friends Ryder and Oliver...

and it's the world's largest dinosaur exhibit...

I'm glad that we finally went to see it!

Happy Valentines Day!!

On the Tenth Day of Valentines...

I've been doing the twelve days of valentines for my hubby (taking me back to when we were first dating, doing it to each other) and I have one more post dealing with the vday surprises I have for him because this I want everyone to know!! Todd, I find you to be the most amazing man on the planet! And here's 10 things I love about you.

1.You notice the little things. You were grateful to me this morning for switching the laundry that you started in the wash, before I went to bed last night!!

2.You're incredibly ambitious. You've got hopes and dreams that you see becoming a reality and you look past obstacles toward them. Hard worker for you is an understatement.

3. You're an optimist. When I'm stressing and struggling it's you that finds the bright side of things helping me realize it's not that bad.

4.You're kinda sexy playing your guitar. Either rockin' your electric or singing to your acoustic, I love when I slow down life enough to really listen to you.

5. You are without doubt an incredible dad to Roman. This means so much to me. He gets so excited to play with you when you come home from work. You're genuinely sad when the world doesn't allow you to spend much time with him that day.

6. You're amazing at fixing things around the house. It's great having a hubby so handy. I'm sure my mom can attest to that recently.

7.You love to laugh. I love when you come in the door in that great mood that makes you just wrap your arms around me and for the next couple hours we hangout having fun.

8.You've got more depth and intelligence than any other person I've ever known in my life. Truly. The way your mind processes things blows me away. There's more to you than being handsome and charming.

9. You know who you are and it doesn't change depending on who's around. You've overcome so many challenges from your childhood and are a better man for it; never using it as an excuse. Statistics say you wouldn't beat it and you have. No wonder you hate statistics.

10. Your capacity to love. I challenge your patience and still find myself feeling safe in your arms. You make me feel so special everyday. Your unconditional love for Roman inspires me to love more. Our marriage is wonderful today because of you.

I could go on and on because these are just 10 things that make melt with love for you. Thanks for being you Todd.

On the 9th day of Valentines...

Hey Honey! This is 1 of 9 poems. Hope you find them all of them today!!!

Todd this poem is for you
here's the debut:
you're so funny you make me laugh
until I cry
I cannot lie
Please don't stop on my behalf
I smile so much my cheeks start to hurt
you set afire
my longing desire
and all cuz you're such a flirt!
now don't get me started on your eyes
I get lost in your gaze
my world is a haze
they compare to no other guys
Yes I'm helpless. It is true
this poem is erratic
I'm just so exstatic
All because I'm around you

Haha you know you've loved my silly poems since you met me!
What did you think about the funny blazer one? hehe