MERRY CHRISTMAS

I hope every one had a wonderful Christmas, We are sad the weather was so crappy and keep us away from a great Christmas dinner and fun with family. It was very interesting having our first Christmas by our selves. I will never forget this Christmas, it was so fun to add both of our family Christmas traditions together. Jingle Jingle and Dave making me cry with something so simple as a life savors book in my stocking. We love you all so very much and hope you have a happy new year to come!

MBA

Well I finally have my MBA, for graduation my parents bought me a new Golf bag and a putter. My wife helped loved me so much she let me get a new iron set. Now I just need to learn how to use them. :)

The Saturday is the big game BYU vs Utah. Let us all pray that BYU wins!!!

Just because I love my wife I will amuse her and give my list of 5. I love you honey. You have to read hers first to understand some of mine.

10 Years ago

I was....

1. Junior in high school
2. Working at Safeway
3. Going on as many double dates as possible, with as many different women as possible.
4. Singing in jazz choir to meet chicks.
5. Paying .88 for gas.

On my to do list...

1. Pay off dept
2. Have kids
3. Finish remodeling the master bedroom
4. Get my MBA (3 weeks)
5. Get a good jobPlaces

I have lived...

1. Rexburg, ID
2. Portland, OR
3. Richmond, VA
4. SLC, UT
5. Seattle, WA

If I were a Millionaire I would....

1. Maybe let my wife Buy an Island and have all friends and family live there.
2. Buy some rental properties.
3. Have a nice caddy
4. Golf every day, buy new clubs
5. Build a golf course

Snacks I enjoy

1. DEW!
2. Chocolate covered cherries
3. Score bars
4. Candy Corn
5. DEW!

5 ThingsI can do...

1. Play halo
2.Keep my wife happy (I think)
3.network computers
4.play rock band (on medium)
5.make dinner

I can't do...

1. Spell
2.back flip
3.get my wife to tell me why she is crying
4.let my wife beat me at any game but war, (I have to LET here beat me at something)
5. Save money (bad that we both can’t do it)

What attracted me to Jill

1. Her eyes, they get me every time
2. Her drive to be the best
3. Supports me in my stupid decisions.
4. Her hair
5. Her good looks (especially her legs)

Favorite Foods....

1. Asian
2.Hamburgers
3. Wingers Wings
4. Hawaiian Pizza
5. Tacos

I say most

1. I am right you are wrong
2.I love you girl, yep yep
3.Answer your freaking phone
4. Write that down
5. Boom headshot

I admire most...

1.My father and mother
2.My wife
3.My sisters
4.President Monson
5. George Bean

Tags!!!!

So I a few tags to get to, I know I am a slacker and have not posted in a while, sometime I just get in a rut and don't want to post anything. I have tons of picture to post to but I will get to that later for now here are the tags...there are a few so brace your self you are about to find out a lot about me. :)

5 Things

10 Years ago I was....

1. Redecorating my room, as I did every couple of years with blue sponge paint and green shelves.
2. Trying out for Cheerleading the second time...the second time was the charm for my case.
3. Hoping to take drivers ed soon.
4. Enjoying the new and exciting adventures of Jr High
5. Watching the word series, we watch a lot of baseball in my house

On my to do list...

1. Finishing reading Eclipse...those books are so addicting
2. Work out, always is doesn't always happen
3. Post on the blog
4. Plan the next weeks meals
5. Do something on my "House List"

Places I have lived

1. Rexburg, ID
2. Idaho Falls, ID
3. Logan, UT
4. SLC, UT
5. I am so boring I know

If I were a Millionaire I would....

1. Buy an Island and have all my friend and family live there.
2. Buy some rental properties.
3. Have lots of Kids
4. Open my own Cheerleading gym
5. Build a golf course for my husband

Snacks I enjoy

1. apples and peanut butter.
2. popcorn...who doesn't
3. cereal, especially for a midnight snack
4. peaches
5. Freezer Pops


6 Random Facts about me

1. I have an outtie belly button, apparently they are not common. It looks kind of like a cheerio. When I was younger I was a little self conscious of it but I am proud of my outtie now.

2. I am really picky about my food touching. I have those plastic kids plates with the separate compartment to keep the juices from mixing. There are a few things that can touch like breakfast foods, but not syrup, and gravy as long and it doesn't touch vegetables or salad.

3. I am very very particular about how my house is cleaned. Dave thinks I have OCD, I don't know about that. I was just taught to clean a certain way and I don't feel like it is clean unless I do it that way. And in a certain order. And I really hate when things are out of place It make me feel really anxious.....maybe I do have OCD. O well

4. I like Becky also sit in the sink to do my makeup, I totally picked this up from her and I will tell you it is a more efficient way to do your makeup.

5. My nick name is Hooper short for Hoopalighter, well it is the nickname my dad gave me. I think it comes from a song, but I can't remember.

6. I have a really long tong, I can touch the tip of my nose with it. I can also curl it together and use if for a straw. It comes in handy some times.

7 Things

I can do
1.clean
2.decorate
3.choreograph cheer routines
4.play rock band (on medium)
5.make dinner
6.
7.

I can't do
1. Spell
2.open up easily
3.stop reading the twilight series
4.beat Dave at any game, except war
5.keep my blog updated
6.Garden
7.Save money

That attract me to Dave
1. His arms, and body... I have always like tall and skinny
2. His drive for success
3. when he says: "I love you baby"
4.His computer hacking skills :)
5.his face is soo readable
6.he would help a total stranger
7.he really does want to know why I am crying...even if I wont tell him

Favorite Foods
1. Chicken Salad
2. Spaghetti
3. White Rice & Chicken
4. Bruschetta Chicken Pasta
5. Hamburgers
6. Olive Garden, just about anything
7. Peaches

I say most
1. Rude
2.I love you boy, yep yep
3.I don't want to answer my phone
4.Mostly movie quote....I can't think of all of them

I admire most
1.My Grandma and Grandpa
2.My Great Grandmother
3.My husband
4.President Monson
5.My parents, for raising 7 kids and most of Rexburg and staying somewhat sane
6.Anyone that has kids and is still in shape
7.Anyone that is in shape really

So now that you know more about me then I sure you ever wanted to know, I am going to mix things up and tag the husbands, I think most of wives have been tagged a time or two and we don't get to hear from the husbands that often so I am tagging,

David Dalling
Jason Lloyd
Josh Thornock
Jared Thornok
Jacob Thornock

Have fun Guys!

New Do

This last weekend me and my mom finally got out hair cut, I was so bumbed to find out my dreamy hair dresser is no longer doing hair. We went to one of the other guys in the salon. He was just as good, but not a good looking ; )

BEFORE

AFTER

I was getting sick of my long hair and decided to cut it all off. It is kind of a shocker how short it is. I am still trying to get use to feeling cute with short hair. I think my long hair was kind of a security blanket, but not much I can do about it now. My hair is so thin when it is short you have to cut so much out of it to make it not look like a bob. I didn't think I had any hair left after he was done, it is really nice how fast my hair drys now. I love my moms hair she is such a hot blond. (even if she thinks it's too blond) Love you mom.

After we got our hair done we went to Joshes game, they totally killed the other team. It was fun to watch him play again, I even got to keep score for a minute. It brought me back to the good old days. I miss traveling with my family all summer. Hopefully one of my kids will play baseball. It was a fun weekend. I just hope winter doesn't come as fast as summer went. I am not ready for the cold.

Miami Vacation

Happy Anniversary

Tuesday was out 3 year anniversary. We celebrate by going to the melting pot...it was so yummy and great spot for an anniversary dinner. I wanted to add some picture from our wedding. I feel like we look so young. I love the pictures from our wedding so I am sharing them all with you.

Wedding Day

Happy Birthday Dave!

It is Dave's Birthday today and he is turning 27. He is soooooo excited to. He was not to excited to work on his Birthday but we are leaving for Miami in a couple of days and will be celebrating it there. I hope he has a wonderful day and I love him. You are one year older and wiser too, Happy Birthday to you!

4th of July

I was so excited that the 4th was on a Friday this year. There is nothing better than a 3 day weekend. We hit up the golf course early that morning. It was suppose to be a record high of 102, so we were hoping that at 9:30 it wouldn't be to hot. It was kind of cold for the first hour and really windy. The sun finally came out and it got a lot hotter and windier. So I let after the first 9 holes. Dave got some good sun, I was hoping to get some son, but I hate being out in the wind with your hair flying everywhere and it gets all tangled. Guy just don't understand. We had a yummy BBQ to finished off the day and tried to watch some fireworks in the backyard. It was a good holiday.

Dave showing off his awesome putting skills!

A Weekend Getaway

This last weekend we headed up to Midway UT for a weekend getaway at the Zermatt Resort. Of course we had to stop in Park City and do some shopping at the outlets but then we were on are way to Midway. They have made the hotel look like you fell into the middle of Europe. The workers even dress up. We had so much fun, we played shuffle board...my arm was so stiff the next morning, I had no idea shuffle board could be so intense. There was also a giant checkers board we didn't end up playing it I wanted to hit the pool instead. There was also an 18 hole putting course dave totally beat me, he is the golfer not me. The food was also amazing they had a american buffett for dinner with lots of yummy meats and potatoes and an entire table of deserts. The breakfast buffett was also very good. They also had a bakery with Gelato, which is an italian ice cream. It is so yummy. We had a great weekend and I would recomeond this resort to anyone looking for a fun weekend getaway.

P.S. I am so happy to have a camera again.

The Dog & Cat Diary

I know it has been far to long since I have blogged about anything. I lost my camera and for some reason feel that I need to have a picture when I am blogging about stuff. So now I have a new camera, and will be posting lots for pictures of things that we have been doing for the last month.

I found this one day and though it was so fitting. If you have ever had a dog or cat you will understand.

The Dog & Cat Diary

DOG DIARY:
8:00 am - Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 am - A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 pm - Lunch! My favorite thing!
1:00 pm - Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00 pm - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00 pm - Milk bones! My favorite thing!
7:00 pm - Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00 pm - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 pm - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!


CAT DIARY:
Day 983 of my captivity. My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects.They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength. The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape. In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet.Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates what I am capable of. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a "good little hunter" I am.There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event.However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of "allergies." I must learn what this means, and how to use it to my advantage.Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow -- but at the top of the stairs.I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released - and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded.The bird has got to be an informant. I observe him communicate with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe. For now...

I have the sweetest husband ever!

A couple of days ago I was walking to my car after work and was surprised to find my husband(who was suppose to be in class), standing next to my car. He told me we were going on a surprise drive then blindfolded me. I thought I could figure out where we were going by the turns, but when you are blindfolded every lane change feels like a turn, I had no idea where we were going. He parked the car, took me out and pointed me toward the building and took off the blindfold. I was right in front of the Coach store. I was shocked, I though there is no way he is going to let me get one of those purses, but he did. I had been wanting this purses ever since me and my mom went shopping there. He though it was time I treated my self with something I want, since he treats him self all the time:) It was very thoughtful of him and I couldn't ask for a better husband. Thanks Honey.

Weekend in St. George

This weekend we headed down to St. George for a weekend of adventures. The boys went mountain biking for the day, the girls had all the cameras so I don't have any pictures of the guys biking... the girls went hiking at Zions National Park. I had never been to Zions, I don't know why since I have lived so close my entire life, but anyway it is Beautiful I got some amazing pictures of the land scape and views. The little animals there must be use to lots of people around because we were able to get really close to a lizard and a squirrel and get a good picture. Dave also went golfing while we were there and the golf course was just as breath taking. We played with an older couple from Vancouver BC, that were down to St. George on vacation. They were really nice and a fun couple to play with. It was so warm down there I didn't want to come back. I am way ready for the summer and getting my first sun burn of the season.

The Golf Course

The Gateway to the Narrows, they had it closed since the water was to high and fast.



The squirrel and lizard that were nice enough to hold still so I could get a good picture.

Someone had piled up a bunch of rocks to look like the arch on the Utah plates.

Me, Becky and Cami

The lower pools water fall.

Becky and I standing under the waterfalls.
They had these stair cases everywhere to help you get up the mountain that were so cool looking. If I had a hill in my back yard I would put one in.

Happy Birthday Jodi Kaye!

I was so excited when my mom decided to come to Utah for her birthday. We had so much fun shopping and eating at both of our favorite restaurant, Olive Garden. We went shopping for purses that my mom sells on Ebay. It has got to be the best job ever, it is so fun to pic out cute purses and the designer purses that are way to expensive to purchase for yourself, and never have buyers remorse because you sell them. I am excited for the next time she wants to come down to shop again.

Getting ready to go shopping day 2 in Park City :)

Our awesome finds

Super excited with our finds.

This is for you Dad.

What a better way to me make you feel like a new woman then getting your hair done. I didn't do anything drastic just bangs, but I haven't had bangs since 3rd grade. I am still getting use to them but it is a nice change. If you are ever in the mood for a hair cut with some good eye candy go to Forum Salon in SLC, UT and get get you hair cut by Trinity(he looks like Johnny Depp with long hair or for those who love the Hills, Justin Bobby, but clean and dresses better.) those who have been know what I am talking about. It will be the best hair cut and shampoo you have ever had. I was so happy when we moved to Utah so I would have to drive here to get my hair done.

There is nothing better then some good GIRL time.

Amber, Me & Becky

Amber and Skylar came to visit the other weekend to go to the Lincoln park concert, Dave and Jason were both out of town so Skylar was kept busy by the Xbox and the girls had some great bonding time. It would have been even better if Lisa and Nikki where there, one day we should repeat the Mexico trip only this time since we are all married bring our boys. That senior trip was awesome. It was so nice to see Amber.

Golf courses are open

I opened the season right; the weather is finally good enough to allow me to get back on the golf course. Golfing is such a fun sport. There are few reasons why I love golf. First is just being outside on beautiful fields. Golf also is a very laid back sport. The main thing is that it is a sport that I can compete with my self. No matter what, you finish at the same time, so you really aren’t competing against each other you are only competing against your self. And, there is nothing better then hitting a ball 260 yards.

And I get to spend time with Jill, she drives me around on the golf carts and makes me feel like a king.

The Best Vacuum

Ok I have found the best vacuum ever. Before I tell you what it is let me give you some back story. I can only do one chore well. My wife is so good at cleaning; I just cannot keep up with her. It just doesn’t make sense for me to do anything else. So vacuuming is my chore. For the past two and half years I have been using a really cheap vacuum. This vacuum was so bad it blew instead of sucked. It frustrated me so much; it “accidently” broke. So I was able to buy a new vacuum. I figured it was time to buy my dream vacuum. THE DYSON BALL!!!!

It is disgusting how much this vacuum can pick up out of the floor. My mother in-law has to be one of the cleanest people I know. She is so clean that she will vacuum the house everyday. We decided to try it out on her floor. WOW, it picked up so much Rich had to empty the canister four times. This thing is amazing.

The only down side other then price is Jill wont let me take it apart to figure out how it works.

Our Home

I figured since I was showing pics of the latest remolding jobs we have done, I would show everything we have done since we moved in I am just so proud. We have only gotten to the main level but it is almost finished. We plan on doing the upstairs next I think we will start with the master bedroom. We really want to redo the basement and put wood floors down. I think wood is my favorite, Dave really likes tile, but I think it is too cold epically is a basement. Even though our basement is a walk out, it still gets really cold.

Our entire first floor was yellow when we moved in, not a terrible color but it just didn't match anything we had so we painted....... everything including the cabinets. We also added hardware to the cabinets and molding. It made a huge difference I wish I before and after pics. The nice thing about the house is the carpet and floors were almost new so with a couple coats of paint and some decorations the main floor was finished.

I will keep posting pics when we do new stuff, I love painted and decorating I have so many ideas I just want to do them all at once, to bad it takes money to do it. So I just take it one room at a time. I have a really cute idea for nursery so when we decided to have kids I will definitely post that one.

The Kitchen/ Dining Room we never really eat at this table since it is just the two of us we usually eat at the coffee table in the living room.

The living room, I think my dogs love the camera they always end up in the shot.

The hallway, I love this Vogue picture they are old covers of vogue I got the poster a couple of years ago from allposter.com and put it on a canvas with modge podge (love the stuff) they have some great posters you should check it out.

Stairs

Dave works for 3-Form. The are a company that makes designer plastics, you can also put things inside of the plastic layers. These are some of the products we have in our house now. The first one is called crush, it is red glass this picture does not do it justice. The second is a called connection it is fabric strips. Dave hates these ball decorations so he only lets me keep them because the bowl is his product. (and his mom gave them to me and I like them :) You can check out all there products at 3-form.com