Thursday, May 26, 2011

Pregnant!

So sorry for the long delayed updates (if anyone out there actually reads this).  As you may have noticed this update is entitled "Pregnant!" No, my mother is not having yet another child...I happen to be the one, who, in December will be having my first!  We found out weeks ago (two tests just to be sure) and almost as soon as we saw those two pink little lines the nausea hit me as a wave of the sea...rolling again and again over the top of me and spinning me out of control until all I have really been able to accomplish as of late includes the following: reading new novels (some of which are all about food...pictures make me queasy but somehow the words do not), watching hours upon hours of pointless, yet inspiring movies, which have included everything from "Ratatouille" to "Reign of Fire" (I highly recommend both!), eating highly salted foods, complaining at night to my poor, brilliant, loving husband about how sick I feel, occasional loads of laundry (I must sit to fold),  a puzzle, chats with my mama throughout the day, and I've actually ironed twice on my "better days."  Ironing makes me feel married;) I love it. 
Enough about me...it's the love of my life that has been so very kind and patient with me throughout this distress.  Within the course of one week I craved In N' Out burger twice!!  He didn't judge...he simply bought the burgers and said "I'm so happy to see you eating."  Same occurrence, within two weeks, with sushi (don't worry my rolls are baked).  No questioning, he took a shower and said "I'm ready to go when you are" and we drove over to our favorite little cuisine with puffer fish curtains leading to the restrooms. 
 I love my husband.  I love him more than movies, salty pickles, and puzzles!                   
                               

Monday, May 2, 2011

the big day

















I will never be able to get over how sexy he is...

Isabella....isn't she adorable? 

Journal:
March 21, 2011
Wedding Day...
Incredible in every way.  Everything ran smoothly and beautifully from my perspective.  
Brother Hawkes was our sealer.  So very sweet and powerful.  
Michael was so nervous.  There was one point as we sat outside of the sealing room waiting he turned white!  I had never seen him so nervous before! 
 Being able to just sit and be with him in the Celestial room (just us) was the most beautiful part of the day.  No one else existed...
The ceremony was beautiful and perfect...a lot of people came and I was just overwhelmed with gratitude that so many did.  
Poor Cara Jean! I LOVE that girl so much! I am so grateful for her friendship.  
She helped cut the roses, painted my toe nails, helped me wash the yukon and other cars AND put my wedding cake topper on!  
AND at the exact right moment she brought Michael and I water at the reception.  She's beautiful...I don't know what else to say.  I'm so grateful for her!  
Sophia and Lil were stunning.  
They both wore their hair long and straight and just looked so beautiful!  Andrea is of course gorgeous too! She came and brought Isabel who I just love so much.  
She is so smart and so helpful and so loving and it feels so good to be around her.  She helped give out favors and take presents at the door;) 
 Lanette was sad that she couldn't come...so was I....SO sad:( 
I was overwhelmed throughout the night to talk to and hug and smile with people who all truly seemed genuinely happy for us! I loved every moment.
Sparklers lit the way to Michael's car as we left.  It was such a magical part of the night...I LOVED IT! 

Friday, April 15, 2011

a week away

March 6, 2011
A week from today I will be waking up next to the love of my life, my best friend, my better half, my man who makes me want to be such a greater person and more excited about this life.  Just the idea that we are finally able to be together makes me so so happy.  I love him so much.  It still really feels too good to be true.  Surreal...I don't think it will hit me until we are actually able to stay together all night;) 

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

getting ready...











March 3, 2011
I got my hair practiced on for the wedding;) I love it. We're getting married in 9 days! I am so ready!  Maybe not to be a perfect wife or anything but just to get going on trying to be one.  Not perfect...actually I'm sick of that word. I just want a fun, crazy, beautiful marriage. 

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

the proposal


January 29, 2011
        Michael Joe proposed!  He asked dad for permission on Wednesday...nearly forgot to because he was so caught up in talking about working out...
       We had a really great morning. I went to the gym with mom and dad and I stayed for the cycling class which was intense and amazing!  After that Michael and I went to Pet Smart, (to look at the chameleon he wants) Barnes and Noble, Wal-Mart, Target and then Fuddruckers. Ostrich is out of season...I feel bad every time we've gone they don't have it!
         Then we headed to his house to pick up "Simpsons" for Stanley.  He came back to the car and said we had to go wait in a parking lot at the high school to give this lady her blood pressure gauge deal.  He said we had to wait for a red car...of course I believed him and didn't think it was a big deal.
        We parked in the parking lot right next to the football field...he cleaned out the back of his car a little bit and then asked if I wanted to run a lap. "Uh no! I did cycling today!"  So instead we walked on the track and talked about the past.  He then showed me where he was sitting the first time he saw me as I did some cheer moves on the track.  In my mind I was thinking the whole time that this would be SO perfect if he proposed! Right as I was thinking this he came over and tackled me to the ground and the grass was wet so I quickly stood up as he stayed on one knee and simply said "will you marry me?"  I cannot imagine a better proposal.  It was perfect and beautiful and it felt so good to finally say "yes!" and be officially engaged!

Monday, April 11, 2011

after my mission

Michael came to the airport to greet me with the rest of my family.  As soon as I saw him I knew he was the man I was going to spend forever with.  It was an overwhelming and beautiful experience, very calming.  I am so grateful for my Heavenly Father's direct communication with my soul in that moment.  
We saw a movie together.  He had every intention of taking things slow. I, however, could not help myself.  I held his hand. A couple of nights later I got the GREATEST kiss of my life.  I was shaking, overwhelmed that I was finally with him again. For FOREVER this time around:) 
Before Wicked

Playing in Target

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He is Sir Hammish Hogwash here...murder mystery:)


July 9, 2010
It's surreal that Michael is a part of my life again. I am truly, madly, passionately in love with him again.  He is my miracle and I have never been happier or more grateful for anyone or any circumstance in my life.  I want to be his supportive wife:)
July 14, 2010
I love him more and more everyday.  He is such a beautiful example for me in every way. 
July 20, 2010
Beach boys concert with MJ. Happy concert! So fun to see such a range of people.
July 23, 2010
I love being with Michael...no matter what we are doing.
We saw Wicked in SF tonight. It was incredible!
September 12, 2010
Elder Scott spoke about eternal marriage tonight.  I just want to marry Michael tomorrow! I am more and more at peace with my decision and more and more excited everyday to get one day closer to being with him forever! 
October 8, 2010
MY FUTURE LIFE LIST
Raise happy, loving, confident kids
LOVE Michael Joe forever
Serve in the community
Teach the Gospel of Jesus Christ
October 22, 2010
I love Michael...he makes me want to be such a better more grateful daughter of God.