Should it really be this difficult?

Jon and I are looking to move..

and maybe we are just too picky..

but wow.. it's been a pain.

We are just looking for a place to rent for now..

2 bedroom/1+bath,

something not too ghetto,

and NOT a basement.

So.. if you have any suggestions let us know..

We thank you in advance.

Let the crying begin..

It's official.. Davis is a missionary, and in about 3 wks he will be off to Jamaica. Our lives are going to be pretty dull over the next 2 yrs. No one for Barb to watch anxiously in the stands (well I guess it would be more like under the bleachers) game after game. No one for good ol' Jeffrey to yell at for being too lazy out on the court. No one to tease McElle to almost tears (I guess I will just have to pick it up over the next little bit). No one for Jon to laugh at when he gets stung by a bee 9 times in one summer. As well as no one for me to laugh with so hard that my nostrils flare.
Even though it will seem like we are staring at a wall for the next couple of yrs.. we couldn't be more proud of you DJ to choose to serve the Lord. Jamaica is going to love you.. and you just better be rockin' some sweet dreads when you get home.

Some of DJ's friends

Father like Son?

...my dad wishes...

Now that seems a little more accurate.

Oh Barb..

Typical.

You better believe I busted out Charlie's Angels.

Even a little Madonna.. only on special occasions.

Not sure about McElle though.

One of the most sweetest pictures I have ever seen.

It hasn't hit us quite yet..

eyes still open and not swollen shut.. check

no puffy red noses... check

no migraines... check

And then this happened...

Seriously? Could we be any more emotional?

You could have made it a little more easier on us all.

See ya in 2 yrs. buddy.

P.S.

Even though you made the request over the pulpit at your farewell...

Don't plan on being an uncle when you get home.

WE LOVE YOU & GOOD LUCK!

Fingers Crossed..

Jon applies for his Master's in about 7 mths... and I sure hope we end up here...

BOSTON ARCHITECTURE COLLEGE

So it's possible we may be packing our bags soon..

Sorry Barb.
Just think.. Boston is much closer than Jamaica.

Not following her sister's footsteps ................. what a shame.

I tried convincing her.. but nothing worked. She left cheerleading behind and it looks like this next year my little sister is going to be a Viewmont Vykelle. So I guess I'm suppose to say Congrats or something...

You were quite the cheerleader and sure would have made a cute D'Ette.. but I guess I will still support you. Just don't be surprised when you don't get asked out on one date throughout your highschool days, since everyone will be scared of your father watching your every move. But I guess I'm ok with that.

But really... CONGRATULATIONS.... and who knows.. maybe you'll take the Vykelle's to State.

Just another day at the zoo..

Me: Hmm... I wonder what kind of animal that is?
Cass: It's a Rataku
Me: Ha ha.. a what?

Cass: A RATAKU... (DUH)

Me: Oh........ok..... what's that?

Cass: No actually... It' s a Porcupine.

I'm still not sure what the animal was.. but I don't think it was a Rataku or a Porcupine. It was so much fun going to the zoo with Cass and her preschool. Thanks for the invite Ash.

She is the coolest little buddy I know.

I'm allowed at least one cheezy post.. right?

This is a husband....

.. and I absolutely adore him

THE END

From Flat to FABULOUS..

Don't you worry.. all of your prayers have been answered. No more flat hair EVER AGAIN, and you can make it happen for only $19.99. Only 3 simple steps..

And TA-DA.. the Clearfield Bump has been created.

I'm still speechless..

DONE and DONE..

Well Well Well.. I'm a little behind.. but now that I have a little more free time, I'll be able to keep up with this blogging world.

First update..
The LDSBC Portfolio Event was on the 2nd of April.. and this was probably one of the most stressful and time consuming projects I have ever worked on. The project was to include our portfolio representing a variety of our projects, business cards, resume, and a complete project on display. Everyone did such a great job.. and let's just say some people went a little overboard. I'm not sure how I pulled it off, but I was awarded Student Choice which was pretty sweet.. (I guess the bribing worked)


Second update..

I FINALLY did it!! I GRADUATED!! No more Math or English classes.. No more quizzes or tests.. No more staying up all night doing homework... No more going to Kinko's at 3 am to print out projects.. and the best of all.. Jon doesn't have to help me with AutoCAD anymore... (he loves that more than I do).

Jon took me to Eggs in the City for breakfast.. and I guarantee it won't be the last time. I highly recommend the French Toast. Simply amazing and such a cute restaurant! The graduation lasted a couple hours.. but it wasn't the most exciting event I have ever been to.

Getting the Diploma.. NBD

Lauren.. Me.. and Chels

You can't tell with this smile.. but underneath he's bitter since he has 3 more years..
Sorry?

The siblings.. cute.
Barb refused to be in the pic.. and the Coach was out of town.
I still am their favorite though.

Love these two ladies..

We then went and got some lunch at Winger's with all of the fam.. and then enjoyed the rest of the day in the finally nice weather chilling in downtown SLC.

Jon's cute new graduation outfit for me.. (luckily he has a fashion designer as a sister)

I also got these beautiful flowers from my mother-in-law, and some big bucks from the parentals and Carlton.

Can't complain.

Hopefully we will get to see each other for more than 2 hours a day now..
I'll keep my fingers crossed.

I still can't believe that I'm graduated though.. craziness.

Last update..

I just started my new job as an Interior Designer at Ethan Allen. Kind of nervous. So wish me good luck.

Our lives for the next month..

No sleep..
No free time..
LOTS of homework..

Wish us good luck!
At least one of us graduates in April.
(Luckily it's me)

Hey.. I'M NOT 3 ANYMORE!!

My adorable niece Cassidy turned 4 today.. and she did not hesitate to let everybody know. We celebrated her birthday at "Grandma Meow's" with dinner, cake, and plenty of gifts. It wasn't a surprise that she got totally spoiled... again.

Birthday Girl

Homemade by Grandma Meow


Cute Fish getting in on the action.


She didn't waste any time..


Cass loves singing to the Mama Mia soundtrack.. guarantee she knows every word. So we decided to get her a performance outfit of course.




Looks like we know what to get Fish when he turns 2..


Happy Birthday!!