Twighlight

Me, Sarah, Johanna, and my mom went to see Twighlight on the opening night. It was a good movie, but maybe not worth staying up late to watch. My mom was convinced she was the oldest person there. She has read all the books and thinks they are kind of weird.

Thanksgiving and Brittany's birthday

We had Thanksgiving a day early this year and mixed it with a birthday dinner for Brittany. And we had a spaghetti dinner instead of the traditional turkey. Happy birthday Britt! Although you may not think it sometimes, we all love you very much!

Family

I am so grateful for my family and wish none of them had to suffer through such hard trials. I would take them away from all of you if I could.

Families are forever

Dear Tyler,
I just want you to know that you are missed and still thought about daily. I have read and heard stories about your life, and might I say, you sound like a pretty amazing person. Hyrum looks up to you very much. He wears articles of your clothing often. They have become worn out from all the wear, yet Hyrum feels close to you while wearing them and will not retire them to a recommended memory box. I cannot wait for the day that I finally get to meet my new brother. We love you!


In the middle of my wallowing and self pittying about teaching at an elementary school, I hadn't had the chance to post about Hyrum's brother Tyler. Tyer died 4 years ago last Friday. Hyrum was on his mission.

I've been tagged

I never read who tags who, because I'll admit I look through people's pictures and barely skim the print..but, I happened to see that my cute cousin Jessie tagged me!

Crazy Eights
8 TV shows I live to watch:
We don't have cable right now, or ever since we got married...so I don't get to watch TV unless I'm at Sarah's house. So, I only get to watch what she records:
1. The Office
2. The Hills- Hyrum just can't see the beauty and keep you on your toes drama moments in this show
3. If I had ever seen Gossip Girls, I'm sure it would be my all time favorite. I'm going to rent the first season asap.

8 Favorite restaurants:
1. Charlie Boy's Pitt BBQ- I'm eating chili from there right now
2. Bajio
3. Judy's 5 o' clock dinner
Those are the only places I ever eat. Working at Riverwoods really limits your dinner choices.

8 Things that happened yesterday:
1. I was at school for what seemed to be forever
2. Hyrum and I went to the Jazz game
3. I visited my favorite Aunt Barb
4. Dreamed about the basement we are going to live in as soon as it's finished
5. Met with the teacher I will be student teaching for...i'm so nervous
6. Hung out with Whitney- she's my favorite
7. I caught up on loads of laundry
8. I hugged and hugged on Hyrum. I love him.

8 Things I look forward to:
1. Getting off of work and getting to see my Hyrum
2. Living in Sarah's basement with new smells. My kitchen smells old.
3. Getting in shape by running everyday (almost) with Whitney
4. Getting pregnant some day and having the cutest little family
5. Finishing school
6. Hyrum finishing school. No more stressful days of sitting through somewhat pointless classes
7. Christmas
8. Hot chocolate tonight. And maybe playing a little scum.

8 Things I love about fall:
1. It's almost Christmas time
2. Starting new traditions with Hyrum
3. Pumpkin scented candles
4. Motor bike rides up the Alpine loop after it closes
5. Lots of hot chocolate
6. I get to pull out my winter clothes
7. I can decorate for Christmas right after Halloween- just kidding Hyrum won't let me..but I would
8. Spending Thanksgiving with 2 families

8 Things on my wish list: (Hint Hint Hyrum, suprises are always fun.)
1. A finished basement by Thanksgiving
2. Gloves with no fingers (homeless looking gloves..)
3. I could use a new pair of jeans
4. A fabulous black dress
5. A vintage gold locket
6. A cooking class


8 people I tag
1. Whitney- I know you read all of my posts. Add it on your teacher blog, the class will love it!
2. Kathi- I wish I could have come to see you
3. Sarah- It will give you something to post about
4. Aunt Barb- If Jessie didn't tag you already

First family pictures in front of our little yellow house

Hyrum's Mission Reunion was fun..

"Hi this is my wife..." "Oh nice to meet you, and this is my wife..." over and over again.
Topher was Hyrum's mission companion and one of his closest friends.