Bradley, Ashley, & Crew

Zoo Lights

2012-01-13T13:22:00.000-08:00

We went to Zoo Lights with our friends Ethan, Mayce, and Trey while they were in town for Christmas. The lights were pretty cute. It was cold so we didn't last too long. I bet next year Trey and Crew will like them more. Afterwards we went to the Corner Bakery for dinner. It was a fun night to catch up with our friends. Sorry not the best pictures, half were taken on Brad's phone and the other half on our little digital camera.

Brad & Ethan

Ethan forgot to pack a coat so he had to wear his Murray letterman jacket.

All bundled up!

Ashley, Crew, Trey, and Mayce

If you can't tell from this picture it was getting late and the boys were ready for bed.

We wish the Thomas Family lived closer!

Footloose

2012-01-11T15:13:00.000-08:00

Back in October we went to go see Footloose. We thought Crew would enjoy the music and dancing in the movie. Well he loved the popcorn and sitting in his chair all the way through the previews. Once the movie started he was done and wanted to take off. Bad decision... next movie we see we will get a baby-sitter or wait until it comes to Netflix. I thought the movie was great. I don't know if Brad can say much about it, he was busy chasing after Crew.

Babysitting Hannah

2011-10-26T09:46:00.000-07:00

Our neighbors and good friends had a work conflict and needed me to tend their little Hannah. I know all about work conflicts, especially when it is just an hour overlap. I gladly accepted to babysit this little munchkin. She is almost 3 months and super cute. Crew didn't seem to mind her, which I was worried he would get jealous. Not until the binky came out and then he really wanted her binky. Other than that it was a joy spending time with her. Even Winston liked her! He kept smelling her and even got a few licks in... sorry Sarah & Stu. I think it was that new baby smell that he liked.

Caleb's Baptism & Ella's Blessing

2011-10-23T11:11:00.000-07:00

The Cheng's had a big weekend with Caleb's baptism and confirmation on Saturday & Ella's blessing on Sunday. I can't believe I have a nephew old enough to be baptized! Gage is up next, can't wait! I loved loved loved Ella's dress. It was so long and beautiful.

Pumpkin Patch

2011-10-23T10:50:00.000-07:00

We took Crew to a pumpkin patch in South Jordan to pick out some pumpkins. Our little Tiger enjoyed the tractor, goats, and taking a ride in a wheel-barrow.

I can't wait for Halloween to come, because it means that Christmas is that much closer!

Crew's Ute Party

2011-10-17T13:38:00.000-07:00

For the Curtis Family we had a Utah pep rally party for Crew's 1st Birthday.

It was the night before the big Utah vs. Byu Game. The pep rally was a success! Next year the rivalry game is on 9/15 and Crew's birthday is 9/14 so plan on another pep rally!

Crew with his eye black.

Kennady Mae

Gavin & Crew

Crew loves to play the piano at Grandpa & Grandma's house.

Jackson was playing some tunes with Crew.

Hannah taking off! She lives in a house divided, hence the neutral outfit.

Jackson, Brooke, and Crew

Grandma and the newest grand-baby...Ella!

She is so beautiful! Brad fell in love with her after holding her for the first time.

Crew and Brad

All the cousins in their Utah attire.

Crew loved all the attention!

Go Utes!

Do you think we teach them to be Utah fans to early? Nope!

Crew and his CARS cake.

He had no problem digging in. He had all his cousins laughing.

Happy Birthday Crew!

Crew's Birthday Surprise...Croup

2011-10-02T12:09:00.001-07:00

The night before Crew's birthday I was getting him ready for bed. All of a sudden he started coughing to clear his throat. I thought it was weird, because he has been fine all day. Awhile later his cough got worse. We set up the humidifier in his room and I decided to sleep in his room to monitor him. By 2 am he was breathing really hard and coughing like crazy. I couldn't handle it anymore and woke Brad up. We decided to call a nurse and she told me to take him to a hospital since nothing would be open at this hour. We headed to IMC where they told us he had Croup. Poor kid! It was crazy to think that exactly a year ago to that day we were in the same hospital and was in labor with Crew. They gave him steroids and sent us on our way. We were all tired from a night without much sleep and slept in. We had planned on going to the zoo that day, but ended up having a low key day.

My parents came over to see visit sick Crew and give him his present. He got a really cool wagon. Every day since his birthday he bangs on the garage door (we store it in our garage) to go for a ride. One day I had to take him on 4 walks before Brad got home from work and then I made Brad take him out. He loves going for walks in his wagon!

Crew fell asleep while Grandpa pushed him around in his wagon. Once he woke up he opened 2 presents from us and then he was tired again. It probably took him 3 days before he opened all his presents.

Glad he is feeling better now!

Waldram Party

2011-09-29T13:41:00.000-07:00

Grandpa and Grandma Waldram had to work on Crew's b-day, so they came to visit the Sunday before. Grandma Waldram was very sweet and made Crew Cookie Monster cupcakes that were very delicious.

They gave him the cutest and chubbiest robot costume I have ever seen. The lumpy butt is pretty cute too.

Then after Crew's b-day we had a party with all the Waldram cousins at the park. Crew enjoys playing with his cousins.

1st year photos

2011-09-29T13:06:00.000-07:00

I decided to do my own photo shoot of Crew for his 1st year pictures. I checked out a cute blue chair from work and headed downtown. I think they turned out pretty cute! Especially since I didn't have to pay a dime for them. Sorry there is a lot to show. You will notice at the end he was done with me and the camera!

Walking

2011-09-29T12:47:00.000-07:00

I'm a little behind on updating my blog. Crew has been walking for 2 months now. At first we called him Frankenstein because he would walk slowly with his hands straight out. Now he is a pro and I have to keep up with him all day!

Wheeler Farm

2011-09-29T12:30:00.000-07:00

We thought it would be fun to take Crew to Wheeler Farm and snap some pictures of him. I need to get better at taking pictures of him more often. He actually loved Wheeler Farm and seeing all the animals. Here are some of my favorite pictures...

These were obviously pre-haircut. I didn't know what else to do with his long hair beside a mohawk.

Good-bye Hilti. Hello J&J Invision!

2011-09-26T14:26:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago a headhunter called Brad about a possible career change. Brad hadn't been looking at all for a job, but thought it wouldn't hurt to look into this new opportunity. Well Brad's personality and his smooth talking ways landed him a new job! At first I was scared about Brad changing jobs in such an unsteady economy. However, after looking at his offer letter there are so many positive reasons to go ahead with this company. Oh also, congratulations to Brad who just got accepted to The University of Utah for spring semester! Now we say good-bye to Hilti... good-bye Hilti Van, good-bye Hilti Tools... and Hello to J&J Invisions!

What is J&J Invisions you might ask? Well Brad will still be a sales rep, but instead of selling construction tools he is now selling commercial carpet. He will cover the whole state of Utah and the southern part of Idaho.

Hooray! What a great month for Brad. I am proud of him and so grateful that he works to provide for our family so that I can stay home and play with Crew!

1st Haircut

2011-09-22T12:31:00.000-07:00

Before haircut. His usually happy self.

They had a long wait and Crew started getting restless. I stuck him in one of the toy cars to keep him entertained and he looked over at another kid getting a haircut and started screaming like he never has before.

He was then next up for his cut and I was a mean mommy and took pictures of the whole dramatic event. A sucker, balloon, movie, and toy wouldn't make this sad face go away.

He cried 10 minutes before the cut, during the cut, the whole ride home, and once we got home 10 more minutes. It was about 45 minutes to an hour of crying and lots of tears.

He cried until he fell asleep. Once he woke up he was a perfectly happy boy with a yummy sucker to make the day and haircut all better!

I will probably wait another 6 months before I go through that experience again and will drag Brad along with me.

Paramore

2011-09-11T11:52:00.000-07:00

I love Paramore and apparently so does Crew.

Summer Happenings

2011-07-26T12:59:00.001-07:00

Last weekend we went to Bear Lake. It is sad that it took us until the end of July to get up there. Growing up I would have been up to the cabin about 3 times by now. I am glad we finally made it, especially so Crew could experience Bear Lake for the first time.

Hooray we made it! Crew checking out the water and sand.

One of my most favorite places in the world! Maybe because it makes me feel closer to my Grandpa each time I go. Most of my memories of my Grandpa Berg are tied with Bear Lake.

Emily had some Chocolate pie for us when we got to the cabin and boy did someone love it!

Thank you! It was yummy!

Crew's first boat ride. He was soo tired he fell asleep instantly and didn't really get to experience it too much. He hated his life jacket and looked like he couldn't move in it. However, he did get a tube ride from Grandpa. He slept through most of the tube ride as well.

Brad jumping into the COLD COLD COLD water.

(By the way don't ever mention wide canvas in front of Brad it may hurt his feelings.)

Walking along the shore.

Pretty Bear Lake, just minus out all the weeds and trees this year.

Crew loved playing in the sand! I think it was his favorite part of the trip.

I think he liked eating it just as much!

Not so happy after I tell he "No!"

4-wheeler rides were super fun too. Even when the beach is lacking this year. The only way to get Crew to sleep was by cruising up and down the beach.

Crew can crawl but prefers to scoot on his bum wherever he goes.

We use to complain that the lake was too far away and too long of a walk. Then we bought a 4-wheeler and now the water is up to the cabin. Wish the water would go down so we could cruise up and down the beach and to get rid of all the trees and weeds.

The first night Crew stayed up late with the adults to watch Brad and I dominate in Hand in Foot. (1 am to be exact and up at 7 am). He didn't want to miss a moment of the trip. Once we got home from our trip Crew was burnt out. Bear Lake is such a blast that you have to come home and sleep! I also have to add that Brad and I dominated again the 2nd night of Hand and Foot. Anyone want to challenge us?

I haven't taken much other pictures this summer besides Bear Lake because we have had a low key summer. However, in June we went down to St. George to celebrate our 2nd anniversary. It was not a fun trip. Crew and Brad got sick!

The 2nd day we went to Vegas to see Jordan, Lacey, and Hannah. We hadn't been to their new place yet and wanted to check out the new pad. It had been awhile since we had seen Hannah and she just keeps getting cuter and bigger everyday. (Well she is a skinny little thing, but developing and doing new things, she is not big at all).

I think they will be the best of buds. Miss you little girl!

Well I just have to mention one big disaster that we had on our trip. We woke up early and headed to Vegas to shop the outlets. Last year we found some awesome deals and wanted to go back. Well the outlets were no good and we bought nothing. Next on the list was to go to H&M. On the drive there, Crew was pushing out a little surprise for us. When we got there we went to change his diaper and realized it was not little poop it was all over and had gone up his back on his onesie. We hadn't packed any extra clothes because we were going to drive back to St. George that night to sleep. Thank goodness we were at a mall so we figured lets run into an Old Navy or H&M and just buy something just to put him in. We run into the stores with Crew just in a polo and diaper. We start shopping when Crew throws up everywhere including his polo. Now the poor kid is just in a diaper. As you can imagine everyone is staring at me and wondering why my baby is only in a diaper, like I am such a terrible mother. I can now say that I don't think I can judge other moms after this experience.

I forgot to mention that Brad didn't feel good at all during the trip either. The next day Crew and Brad slept in the hotel room all day and we never left. I stayed at the pool and relaxed while they tried to get better.

The best part of the trip was seeing Jordan, Lacey, and Hannah and also visiting Ethan, Mayce, and Trey.

I think we have decide not to go back to Vegas or St. George for awhile after this trip. However, Brad's friend just announced his engagement and his wedding will be in St. George next month. Decisions, decisions, decisions... Do we want to go back?

Cookie Monster

2011-07-15T12:23:00.001-07:00

The other night our dryer stopped working. Brad being the handy man that he is was fixing it. I was making dinner and Crew wasn't getting any attention and was really mad at us. I gave him a chocolate cookie and he turned into the happiest boy ever! He has a sweet tooth like his mother.

Pool

2011-07-10T11:59:00.000-07:00

Last weekend we went to my brother's house for a BBQ. They had a little pool in their backyard that Crew loved and wanted to be in the whole time. He enjoyed it so much I had to go buy him a pool to enjoy at his own home. I stuck him in it and he jumped right out. The water was too cold. Later, Brad was able to get him in once the water warmed up. I loved his reaction. Happy & splish splashing! That is what summer is all about.

Sewing Projects

2011-07-08T11:32:00.000-07:00

I haven't used a sewing machine since taking home ec in high school. Since I've been married to Brad there have been several times when I said I wished I had a sewing machine to make or fix different things. Once I had Crew my list multiplied with all the possibilities of things I could make. Mother's Day came around and Crew & Brad were generous and bought me a very nice sewing machine. I have been sewing ever since and LOVE IT! I wanted new pillows for my new sectional and thought it would be a good way to tie all the blue, green, and white into my family room.

I started off by making the pillow below. Remember I haven't touched a sewing machine since high school. So it isn't perfect, but I am happy with it. I didn't have a pattern, I just went with it.

The next pillow I made for a white chair we have in our room. Brad loves this chair, but it is a little too modern for me. I had to make it a little bit more contemporary and bring my style into it.

I LOVE how it turned out!!! Now I am just waiting for my cute blue end table to come in and replace the brown one. One more way of bringing more color into my room.

This is the last pillow I made and it was by far the easiest. Not sure why I didn't start with this pillow first.

TAA DAA! This is how it all looks in the corner of my sectional now.

Next projects in line: 2 baby girl skirts for gifts, a little robot for Crew, and curtains for the window behind my white chair.

Wish I was doing this today...

2011-06-13T11:58:00.000-07:00

I was going through pictures today and found this one. It has almost been 2 years since we were in Hawaii for our honeymoon. I want to go back so badly. I wish I was there today, instead of cleaning my house. Hmm maybe I can go back next year. Miss you paradise!

Sunshine & more

2011-05-25T09:38:00.000-07:00

Nothing new or too exciting around our house. Crew has turned into a busy little bee and wants to grab everything in sight. It won't be too much longer before he is crawling. At first I was excited to have him start to move around, but now that he is trying to get into everything I think I have changed my mind. I just want him to stay my little baby that I can hold all day!

Crew's favorite time of day is bath-time. Can't you tell how happy he is after a bath? However, he gave me 2 surprises in the tub last week. It made for a yucky stinky clean up.

Brad bought this dog bed a year ago and we have never seen one of the dogs use it. I told Brad it's time to get rid of it. Well the next day look who I found in it!

Mother's Day weekend Brad took me to a Bee's game. It was fun especially since I didn't go at all last year. The game was a double header and Crew was awake for the 1st one, but was tuckered out by the 2nd game. We had a grandpa with Gold Teeth sitting behind us and Crew loved it when he smiled!

Crew now loves to sleep on his tummy! I think it is pretty cute.

Crew loves to be outside and enjoys wearing his new styling shades!

I came home from work to find these two in bed. I don't know why but I think it is pretty darn cute. Crew loves to have a cuddle buddy and he got his daddy instead of his mommy that night.

FREE

2011-05-05T14:29:00.000-07:00

I love free stuff! Who doesn't right? Well after quitting my full-time job so I can be a stay home mommy, (well mostly stay at home...I go stir crazy at home and like to work my part-time jobs) I have found ways to save money. I can't give up my spending habits on clothes, home decor, toys for Crew, and anything else that catches my eye! I love shopping way too much and so does my hubby. Now I shop with coupons. I am not extreme nor will I ever be extreme. I don't run all over the place just Smith's and Walmart. I don't even get the newspaper. Coupons.com and my red plum insert that I get in the mail is all I use and all the time I can dedicate to couponing. I don't go through dumpsters to get coupons like the Krazy Coupon Lady (watch TLC for the show Extreme Couponing if you want to see EXTREME)! Just knowing I can save a few dollars here and there without too much effort... is irresistable!

The other day I got 10 boxes of pasta free. Pasta is good for food storage right?

Smith's .49 cents each and a coupon for $1 of 2 boxes=FREE.

Body Wash $3 at Walmart. I had 4 $3 off coupons= FREE!

These are just a couple of my recent free purchases. If I can do it, so can you!

Delicious Vanilla Mousse Cheesecake

2011-04-28T09:58:00.000-07:00

I found this delicious recipe in a magazine and knew it had to be good when the recipe calls for 4 packages of cream cheese!

I was going to make this for Brad's birthday, but his mom made a cake so I decided to wait. Well I'm glad I didn't wait much longer, because this is divine!

I always know things are good once Brad has tried them as well. He is quite the picky eater and he LOVED it. I thought I would share this yummy recipe, because I know I am always looking for a new recipe.

What you need:

40 vanilla wafers, crushed (about 1 1/2 cups)

3 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted

4 pkg (8 oz. each) cream cheese, softened, divided

1 cup sugar, divided

1 Tbsp. plus 1 tsp. vanilla, divided

3 eggs

8 oz. whipped topping, thawed

Heat oven to 325. Mix wafer crumbs and butter; press onto bottom of 9 inch spring-form pan.

Beat 3 pkg. cream cheese, 3/4 cup sugar, and 1 Tbsp. vanilla with mixer until well blended. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each just until blended. Pour over crust.

Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until center is almost set. Run knife around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool completely in pan.

Beat remaining cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla with mixer in large bowl until well blended. Whisk in whipped topping; spread over cheesecake. Refrigerate 4 hours.

*** I didn't add fruit on top, but I wish I had. Next time I will***

ENJOY!

http://www.kraftbrands.com/philly/recipes/Pages/Recipe-Detail.aspx?recipeId=115039

Easter Weekend

2011-04-26T14:34:00.000-07:00

Happy Easter!

Crew was able to do two Easter egg hunts.

Saturday I had to work but Brad and Crew headed out to his brother for a egg hunt and making bunny ears. I am surprised Crew kept the ears on, but I guess eggs and baskets are more interesting.

All the cousins showing off their ears: Porter, Mia, Jonas, Layla, Paisley, and Crew.

Sorry I missed it. It looked like fun.

Then on Sunday we headed up to my parents for an Easter dinner and egg hunt as well. The weather wasn't as nice so the Easter Bunny hid all the eggs downstairs. Crew found one egg and I think he was satisfied as long as it can go in his mouth.

Crew's Easter outfit- I know it may have been too cold for this outfit but he had to wear it. Brad and I purchased it in Vegas last year knowing we wanted it for his Easter outfit. Well we should've figured Utah weather doesn't cooperate that way.

The Easter Bunny even had money in the eggs. I think all the cousins enjoyed the money more than the candy!

We can't seem to get the kids to ever cooperate for pictures. However, I don't think that 6 different people all saying "look at me" helps! Notice Crew is trying to steal Gage's eggs.

Most of my family was out of town for Brad's birthday, so we celebrated it on Easter. Jill made the most yummy moist cake! Recently I was complaining to Brad about cakes and how I don't like them if they are too dry. Well Jill's was exactly the opposite of dry. YUM! (Get with Jill if you ever need a delicious chocolate treat, she seems to know what to make).

Sweet Kennady is losing her curls. Sad!

Cute Brookie is getting so big.

Why are the girls the only ones that will smile for a picture and not run away?

We had a enjoyable Easter and feel very blessed. There have seem to have been a lot of tragedies and hardships for some of my family and friends the past few months and I think reflecting on Christ & Easter has and will continue to help them get through it at this time. Love you all and hope everyone had a great Easter!

April Catch Up!

2011-04-21T12:13:00.000-07:00

Brad turned 29 last weekend! He didn't seem to excited to be celebrating his birthday. I can see being upset at 30, but 29? We didn't do too much, considering we had a grumpy birthday boy. Saturday we went to the Pie up by the U

campus. Crew loved the music, walls, pizza, and pull-aparts. He just knew it was going to

be his hang out in about 17 years.

Then we shopped at the Park City Outlets, which is always fun!

Sunday we went to Brad's parents house for birthday dinner. Brad's dad wasn't feeling well and was up in bed all day. Brad suggested several times that his dad needed to go to a doctor. Well the next day his dad found out he had pneumonia and was put in the hospital. Hopefully he will be able to come home today though!

This month my friend Gini from high school got married. Brad was home sick so Crew and I went by ourselves to the reception. It was fun to catch up and see friends that I haven't seen in years... yes years. I forgot how much fun it was to hang out with the gang. Sorry if I got anyone in trouble for talking about FGE (Family Guy Evening). At the table, I was sitting next to my friend Matt (whom isn't married yet) and people kept coming up and asking if we were married... awkward! I told Brad he has to go to every wedding reception with me now. Gini had a fun photo booth so these were my 2 favorite pictures of Crew and myself.

Crew is now 7 months old and still the happy easy going boy that he always is... except he now knows how to whine to his mom to be held all day. He never seems to do it when daddy is around. He also is turning into a little mommy's boy. If I hand him to Brad and walk out of the room he cries because he wants me :) I can't complain about that too much. I think it is cute, while it makes Brad sad.

We are now ready for May and hopefully lots of sunshine. Crew has his swimsuit and swim diapers ready!

A little late- 6 months

2011-04-05T11:49:00.001-07:00

I'm a little late on Crew's 6 month update. He is almost 7 months now.

He is 50% in weight and 80% in height.

He has 2 teeth now!

He was fussy for a few days and I couldn't figure it out, then one day he grabbed my finger and bite me... then I knew he had a tooth. The second one just appeared last week. He hasn't been bad at all with his teeth coming in beside those first few days.

March was a busy month. We celebrated lots of birthdays but the biggest was my Mom's 60th Birthday! We had a small surprise birthday party for her and it was really fun. My dad surprised my mom by flying in my brother, sister-in-law, and lil niece for the birthday party. Crew enjoyed getting to know Hannah better.

Hey Cuz!

I think they are friends already.

All my mom wanted for her birthday was a picture of Crew. We went to Fotofly for a little photo-shoot. I loved how the pictures turned out.

I love this one because you can see his first tooth.

There is just something cute about naked babies.

Crew is getting soo big soo fast! He is finally sleeping in his crib. I have had a soft spot for him sleeping in his cradle in our room so when I wake up I can roll over and check on him. Brad had to keep giving me pep talks that it is okay for him to sleep in his own room now. We finally did it about a week ago. The first night was the hardest for me. He sleeps through the night (about 8-10 hours) so that isn't the problem, it's me wanting to see my little boy whenever I want too. However, it has worked out just fine. He is only one room over, so that is close enough.

Last of all Crew can roll over! Well he can't do it when I want him too. If I'm right next to him he expects me to hand him everything. So if I walk a few feet away and pretend I'm not paying attention to him then he will roll over to get his toy.

Spoiled Rotten

2011-03-12T18:24:00.001-08:00

Brad always said he wasn't going to spoil his kids. Guess he was wrong! We go to the store and he always has to go to the kid section to see what Crew "needs". The other day I was leaving for work and he is on the computer purchasing Crew a little tikes push car. He said he was going to save it for his first birthday. However it arrived last night and Brad had to put it together today. At first I was annoyed with Brad for buying another toy that wasn't needed, but after seeing Crew's reaction I decided it was a keeper.

Excuse me! BEEP BEEP! Get out of the way!

That even means you Winston!

Notice the cup holder... that will be for my diet coke when we go for walks this summer.

In love with his new ride!

Now the spoiling can stop.

(If anyone wants one they are on sale on Sam's Club website)

Hannah's Blessing

2011-03-06T21:36:00.000-08:00

My brother and his wife moved down to Vegas in the fall and then had a little girl in January. I haven't been able to meet her until today! We were so excited to meet Hannah. She is a little mini girl version of my brother. I didn't get a picture of her in her blessing outfit but it was adorable. Happy to have met you little girl and happy to have you apart of the family.

My mom and the only girls in the family.

My mom and dad and all their grandchildren! They have 10 and one more on the way... as far as I know unless my sister Emily or sister-in-law Jill decides to announce. (I think there is a birthday around the corner which would be a perfect time to announce!!!) :)

Cute Crazy Carson

2011-03-06T21:29:00.000-08:00

Today we were taking family pictures and this is what my cute crazy nephew Carson was doing when we told him to say "cheese" and smile for the camera. I love when they are this age and get their personalities. This kid makes me laugh!

His mom is pregnant (HOORAY!) and since she has something in her stomach that means he must have something in his stomach too.

What might it be, you ask? A FROG, it even goes rippit!

What a comedian.

We're the best of friends

2011-03-06T21:15:00.000-08:00

I have to admit I was really worried about having dogs with a baby, however it has worked out just fine. The dogs love Crew and he loves them. They love to go where ever he goes and he loves to watch them play. He even belly laughs when the dogs fight.

Crew loves to lay on his bedroom floor and play with his toys. The dogs love it, because they think that it's their toys too. The other day we were playing in Crew's room and Winston came and laid down next to Crew. It was pretty cute so I had to capture the moment. I think they will be the best of friends once Crew can run around and chase them.

5 Months

2011-02-20T12:35:00.000-08:00

Not much has happened this last month, so not too much to update on.

Crew has gotten down the solid foods.

He hates green beans!

He loves sweet potatoes, banana's, and just plain oatmeal.

More please!

Green beans... Never... Again!

Valentines Day was relaxing at our house.

Crew got some toys. Brad and I got Chinese take out, watched the bachelor, and finished the night off with chocolate covered strawberries and grasshopper cookies.

I haven't taken too many pictures this month so that is about it. Looking forward to a busy March: Jordan, Lacey, and Hannah will be in town (first time I will get to see my new niece!), blessing of Hannah, and the big birthday month for Tyler, Jill, Jordan Cheng, Jordan Curtis, Gavin, and my Mom's birthday. Oh and my parent's anniversary!

March can hurry up now!

Chatty Crew

2011-02-18T22:38:00.000-08:00

Crew loves loves loves to talk. He makes us laugh and is just sooo stinkin' cute!

Gangsta' Crew

2011-01-31T07:51:00.001-08:00

Last week I had to bring Crew to Young Women's because Brad had to go visit people for his calling. The girls adore Crew and he gets passed around the room 20 times so every girl can hold him more than once. They decided Crew needs to be "Gangsta Crew". On goes the hat and bling (you can barely tell he has a necklace on, but it's there). I think I even saw them showing him how to sign "Westside"... I guess that happens when you live in West Valley. (I always tell people I live in Salt Lake, it just sounds better). Everyone was laughing all night at Gangsta Crew and he never seemed to mind it. Below is cute Noa who offered her hat to make him a gangster.

I got released from Young Women's on Sunday, so no more "Gangsta Crew".

Now, comes the wait to see what I'll get next. Scary!!!

4 Months

2011-01-25T15:03:00.000-08:00

Crew is just a little over 4 months now. He is getting so big so fast!

Here are his 4 month stats...

Height: 26 inches (90th percentile)

Weight: 14 lb. 14 oz. (50th percentile)

He is now allowed to have solid foods!

This is what Crew has been up too the past few weeks...

* He loves to hear his own voice so he loves to squeal really loud. (I try to get it on video but he stops once I pull the camera out).

* Crew's new favorite thing is to lay on the ground and play with his toys all day.

* When the dogs walk by he opens his mouth because he wants a kiss! (EWW!)

* I have had to work a lot the past few weeks for inventory so Crew has spent many hours with the baby-sitters. Thanks Grandma & Grandpa Curtis, Grandma & Grandpa Waldram, the Chengs, and the Deckers!

* He hasn't gotten the solid food thing down yet. He just stares at me and keeps pushing his tongue out.

* He doesn't like 9 am church.

* He doesn't like to be hidden in his car-seat with the cover over it anymore. He pops his head out to see what's going on.

* He was able to see his friend Trey a few weeks ago. They are only 11 weeks apart!

I haven't uploaded pictures in a long time, so BEWARE picture overload!

Christmas

2011-01-09T13:47:00.000-08:00

We had a good Christmas this year and hope you all did too! This year was nice because we didn't spend much money or time running around purchasing presents. We felt blessed enough this year with a new baby boy that we didn't need anything and Christmas isn't about the gifts. We were able to keep it low key and just spend time as a family.

Christmas Eve we spent the evening with the Waldram's. Their tradition is to do a progressive dinner. We started out at Brad's parents house and had yummy appetizers. Then off to his brothers house for a delicious Turkey dinner. We then finished off at Brad's sisters house for dessert and gifts. What an eventful night!

Layla, Jonas, Porter, Mia, Paisley, & Crew

Grandma Waldram & Crew

When we got home that night we were able to do a family tradition that I did growing up... get Christmas PJ's.

Since Crew was one of our gifts this Christmas we had to put him under the tree.

We told Crew Santa was coming & he got all excited.

Time to go to bed!

We told Winston he had to go to bed so that Santa could come, but he isn't the brightest dog and had no clue what we were talking about.

Lexie Lou said whatever and stuck her tongue out at us.

I love all my Christmas decor that I have collected over the past few years.

Here is our beautiful tree.

You can barely see the Santa's, but they are one of my most favorite things!

We also made a gingerbread house. Well Brad did about 20% off of it and got frustrated with how long I was taking and I was being a perfectionist, so he passed it on to me to finish the rest. I love how it turned out.

Now onto Christmas Day! Crew and his two presents.

After presents we headed on up to my parents and had a yummy Christmas brunch. We played with the Deckers, made yummy Oreo brownie delights, and watched Home Alone. Crew was sad that he didn't get to see his cousins Jackson, Brooke, Caleb, Parker, and Carson for Christmas but heard they had a good Christmas.

Christmas all in all was good, but we are happy it is over with, because now we are looking forward for cousin Hannah to be born! Hurry up little girl we want to meet you and Crew needs a cousin to play with.

Santa

2010-12-22T12:16:00.000-08:00

Crew got to see Santa twice this year!

We went to the mall and saw him.

Then Santa came to our house for a surprise visit!

Can't wait to see what Santa brings us this year!

3 Months

2010-12-14T12:47:00.000-08:00

Crew is 3 months today! He has now found his hands and will just stare at them as he moves them around and he is slowly realizing that they belong to him. He is also learning to grab things. Other than that he is just happy eating, smiling, and talking.

I have tons of pictures I haven't posted so here you go...

Crew's Blessing Day

He is such a good happy boy.

Even the dogs love him!

Winston loves him so much that he loves to lay next to him or on him.

Playing with his hands.

Coo-ing

We got so excited waiting for the Blizzard that we both fell asleep in bed. I woke up to just a normal snow storm in Utah. Crew stayed curled up in bed.

We went to go see the lights at Temple Square, so we had to bundle up Crew in his bear outfit. He didn't care too much and slept through the lights.

Crew loves bath-time.

We got family pictures done so we had to get all squeaky clean.

Crew and mommy ready for Church. Doesn't he look like such a stud in his sweater vest?

Happy 3 months Crew! We love you!

Great football weekend

2010-11-30T11:45:00.000-08:00

First off, did any of you watch the Boise State- Nevada game? Holy Cow that was amazing. Go Nevada! If not you should find it "On Demand" and watch it!

Secondly, the best football game every year is the Utah

vs. Byu game. Brad and I didn't get season tickets to the Utah games this year, because the first 3 home games were all in September and too close to Crew's due date. However, I have been able to go to 2 games this year. My dad had an extra ticket to the Colorado State game and then my sister-in-law gave me her BYU ticket. I told Brad he could go to the BYU game sin

ce I have already been to a game this year. He said he wanted to stay home because he was scared he wouldn't be able to watch his mouth this year at the game. (Brad get's a little intense watching football, however I have to admit he has gotten ALOT better with Crew around). I will admit that I get intense watching the games as well. We make a bad combo together.

Well it was a typical BYU- Utah game, intense the whole game and always goes to the last second . We were just lucky it ended in our favor this year. Thank you Brandon Burton! You are the hero of this game. I can watch the replay of this play over and over and

over again. Enjoy!

Last of all I will admit I have a major crush on Shaky Smithson. Isn't he gorgeous?

How can you not love college football?

Gobble Gobble Day

2010-11-26T11:01:00.000-08:00

We had a wonderful and relaxing Thanksgiving. We have so much to be grateful for this year. We are grateful for....

*Our New Addition...CREW

*A Wonderful Family

*Good Friends

*That we both have jobs!

*Two little Shih Tzu's

*We have everything we need!

For Thanksgiving dinner we went up to my parents house.

Crew in the car on his way to Thanksgiving dinner.

My mom had a fun activity for the kids to make Turkeys.

Crew's yummy turkey.

Crew has found his tongue this week.

Again the tongue!

Caleb making his turkey. The only way I could get him to look at me, is when I told him that I had his name for Christmas and he would only get a present if he smiled for me.

Kennady making her turkey. She enjoyed eating the candy more than making a turkey.

Parker making two turkeys.

Gavin

Brad & Carson were twins. Aren't they so handsome together?

Crew & mommy

We hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving!

Michael Jackson Wii

2010-11-24T11:03:00.000-08:00

For those of you that don't know this about me... I LOVE MICHAEL JACKSON.

I just saw a commercial for the new Michael Jackson Wii game. I don't own the wii, but this game may make me get one! If not I'll buy the game and go to someones house that has the Wii.

You get the learn the fancy-smooth moves from the King of Pop!

We don't like frogs...

2010-11-07T20:33:00.000-08:00

Yesterday was a sad day to be a Utah fan.

It was quite embarrassing.

Crew told me he doesn't like "horned" FROGS, because TCU horned frogs hurt our Utes!

I don't think Crew was the only Utah fan that wanted to cry yesterday.

We decided we will only like the TCU horned frogs if they dominate and win the National Championship. That way our Utes don't look so bad.

Now Utes lets finish the year off right. I will forgive you if you beat up on Notre Dame and then KILL some COUGARS!

Utah we still love you...

For we will always be UTAH fans!

Winston's Birthday!

2010-10-31T09:10:00.000-07:00

Good Morning! Crew is such a happy baby especially in the morning.

He loves to coo, goo, and smile.

However, Crew didn't know what he was in for today...

It's WINSTON'S BIRTHDAY!

Time to get on our party hats.

Brad loves the dogs so much that you can't forget to celebrate a birthday!

These two dogs are his pride and joy.

Waiting for the Birthday Cake to arrive...

Look at the lovely cake Brad made.

Happy 2nd Birthday Winston!

YUMMY!

Yum Yum thanks for the special Birthday treat.

The dogs are happy so Brad is happy!

Happy Happy Birthday Winston Dear!

Please Vote!!!

2010-10-28T14:27:00.000-07:00

My sister has been working hard over this past year to lose weight. She has lost over 20 pounds now and looks amazing! Please help her win the LIVE YOUR LIFE CONTEST! Go to

http://livethelifecontest.blogspot.com/2010/10/emily.html?spref=bl

You will notice we look alike, but I just look like her before picture! Hope to someday look like her after picture. 3 days left to go vote so please do it today!

TV Shows

2010-10-23T11:13:00.000-07:00

This fall has been disappointing with new television shows. I have found myself watching shows I never thought I would. It's embarrassing to admit, but I have fallen in love with Jersey Shore.

I know Jersey Shore is a show about nothing, but I get a kick out of Snooki.

She reminds me of one of my friends.

Next is Sister Wives...

It is so interesting to watch how these ladies handle being a polygamist. I know I would hate to share my husband with another woman! They seem so positive about it and even joke about sharing their husband when they come across people that are trying to figure out how they are all connected to each other. It is also fun to see all the places they go to in Utah.

The next show Brad will watch with me and was actually the one that got me addicted to this show... Project Runway. GO MONDO!!!

Below is an outfit created by Mondo. I love it and would buy it!

Teen Mom is actually one of Brad's favorite shows, but I'll watch it with him. He gets a kick out of how immature they are, yet they are raising children.

Last of all VAMPIRE DIARIES!!! This is my favorite show right now. It is similar to Twlight, but with better actors, better story, and they are better looking too!

Basically I like the stupid reality TV shows, because nothing else is on TV. Why can't more shows be as good as Vampire Diaries and not be a reality TV show?

One Month!

2010-10-17T09:58:00.000-07:00

Crew is already over a month old! I can't believe it. At first it was quite scary being a mommy, but now I enjoy everyday with little Crew. It has already gone by so fast.

We have been really busy the past 2 weeks with 4 funerals! Not a good reason to be busy. Brad's co-worker son, Brad's Uncle, my Grandma, and Brad's cousin lost her baby. We hope we are done with funerals for a long long long time. We would like to be busy doing fun things, so we are looking forward to going to the pumpkin patch, Halloween, Crew's Blessing Day, Utah vs. TCU, Jory's B-day, Parker's B-day, and Brooke's B-day!

In celebration of Crew being a month old enjoy the latest pictures!

3 Weeks!

2010-10-06T09:06:00.000-07:00

Crew was 3 weeks old yesterday.

He has been such a good baby and only cries when he is tired or hungry. I haven't been very good at taking pictures of him but here are a few.

I love this picture with his hands stretched above his head while he is sleeping.

Look how skinny he is!

Just sleeping through Conference.

First Bath

2010-09-23T10:45:00.000-07:00

Crew got a sponge bath. He didn't love it, but he did okay.

Daddy did a good job and was so proud.

You can see how long and skinny he is in this picture.

Maybe he will be a basketball player?

All wrapped up in his ducky towel.

All clean and happy!

Crew is finally Born!

2010-09-21T16:49:00.000-07:00

Crew Bradley Waldram

Born: September 14, 2010

Time: 8:56 AM

Weight: 6 lbs. 11 oz.

Length: 22 inches

Hair: RED-!!!

(Okay it's more of an auburn color, but still where did that come from???)

Daddy and Crew!

So cute even with a pouty lip.

Daddy loves Crew.

Grandma Waldram

Grandpa and Grandma Curtis

Aunt Emily

Thank you to everyone that has come to visit, brought meals, and have even checked up on me during my pregnancy. I feel very blessed to have such great support from family and friends!

Baby Crew is Home!

2010-09-21T16:10:00.000-07:00

Baby Crew leaving the hospital!

He is soo tiny in his car-seat.

Baby Crew likes to sleep all day long.

Oops... Am I suppose to sleep at night too?

Mommy teaching Crew that you are to watch every Utah game.

Some day he will be able to go to a game. Go Utes!

Lots of people say it's very fitting for him to have RED hair, because he loves the Utes.

Sean learning how to be a Daddy!

My nephews Caleb, Parker, and Carson were so adorable with him.

This picture shows how much they love Crew already.

(We have had many other visitors and I forgot to take pictures, Sorry!)

Oh it is soo tiring being a baby.

The Nursery

2010-09-07T09:44:00.000-07:00

The Nursery is finally done! We put off doing it, because our house has been on the market and we didn't want to waste our time if it sold. Well with not much action on our home we decided to start working on the nursery about 4-6 weeks ago. I love the Pottery Barn catalog and got my inspiration from there. However, we did do a few things differently so it isn't exactly the same.

Here is a picture before we started the room

Here is a picture of the first project- Brand new hardwood floors!

You can hire my husband, but you better pay well.

Here is the room complete!

The accent wall is the idea I got from Pottery Barn. My mom found the cute dog canvas picture for me and we decided to go with a dog theme. The little dogs on the shelf I got from one of my favorite stores of course... Country Furniture. Also, the little red rocking chair is from Country Furniture as well. The wood letters for Crew's name I got at the Wood Connection. They were so inexpensive and you get to paint your own color. The dresser is from another one of my favorite stores... The Village Quilt Shop. Last of all the rug is from Pottery Barn and is soooo soft I love it!

I have to give a big shout out to my husband who has worked diligently every Saturday to finish the nursery.

Here is the list of work he did:

*Put in a ceiling fan, because the room gets so hot!

*Ripped out the carpet and molding

*Put in a hard wood floor

*Put up new molding around the room

*Did the accent wall and shelf

*Painted the whole room and molding

*Put up with me nagging him to get it done!

Now the nursery is done and we don't have baby Crew here to enjoy it. I was due yesterday and still no contractions. Let's hope he gets here soon, because I am done: being fat, wearing the same 3 outfits, going to the bathroom 3 times a night, wearing the same pair of shoes everyday, and I just want to meet the little guy!

Lexie Howling

2010-07-29T21:30:00.001-07:00

Brad has taught Lexie how to howl. Thank goodness she only does it if Brad howls. I don't want her to howl when the baby comes, so Brad better not either! I do have to admit it is pretty funny though. I love how she has to tilt her head back when she howls.

First Anniversary!

2010-06-29T08:59:00.000-07:00

Can you believe it? It has been one year since Brad & I got married. It has gone by so fast. To celebrate our anniversary we headed down to St. George to get away from work, drama, and work! It was exactly what we needed... time to kick up our heels and relax. In St. George we went shopping, saw Toy Story 3, swimming, and just spent time being lazy. One day we headed down to Vegas to do more shopping and to see our friends Ethan & Mayce. All in all it was a good much needed weekend.

I brought my camera down but failed to take any pictures. Maybe because of all the talk of how fat I am, I don't think the world needs to see that. If you run into me before the baby comes then I'm sorry if I scare you with my fatness. So instead here are some of my pictures of the wedding!

I do have to tell you what a wonderful husband I have! He has been so good to me over the past year. He has been known to come drop drinks, lunches, or dinners off to me at work. He would rub my back, hold my hair up, or pick me off the bathroom floor when I had morning sickness. He has been to every doctors appointment with me! He cooks me meals when I am hungry because he knows what attitude I am going to be in if I don't get food in my stomach. Brad is one of the friendliest guys you will ever meet. If your car is broken down on the side of the road or you have run out of gas, he is the guy to pull over and help. He is the guy that always finds something to talk to about with every person that runs a cash register. Thank you for being you and taking good care of me! Happy Anniversary!

Grandma Berg

2010-06-11T20:24:00.000-07:00

My cute little grandma has been sick for the past month. She has one swollen leg that she can't stand on and causes her lots of pain. The doctors can't pin-point it to one cause. They say it's a mixture of diabetes, arthritis, & more. I went to visit her yesterday at the therapy place where she is staying. I felt so bad for her when you ask her a question and she gets half way through the sentence and stops. All she wanted to do was hold my hand. She didn't even look like the grandma I have always known. So I have come to the conclusion that I never want to get old!

LOVE YOU GRANDMA!

Memorial Day

2010-06-11T19:38:00.000-07:00

Working retail I don't really get to enjoy holidays like Memorial Day. I spent all day Saturday and all day Monday on my feet selling furniture and accessories at our sidewalk sale. My feet hurt sooo bad after spending 10 hours on them. I think I came home with Cankles- not ankles & Tree trunks-not legs.

Brad and I planned that since I would be working all weekend long that we would celebrate Monday evening after work. We had found this yummy butter-cream frosting cake at Sam's club and I couldn't pass it up. Yes it is suppose to serve about 36 people! I figured between Brad, myself, & Crew that we could make a pretty big dent in this cake.

Well Monday night rolled around and I get home without a husband in sight. He was off running errands and then when he got home he chatted with the neighbor for over an hour! (He doesn't know when to stop talking.) I don't think I saw him until 9:30 pm.

So my evening was spent eating a piece of cake for me and Crew and watching Bachelorette by myself. Yes this goes down as another holiday missed.

P.S. We probably only ate 1/4 of the cake and then threw it away! It was yummy but too much for 3 people. (Actually 2, I just like to claim that I'm eating for 2).

Mother's Day

2010-05-18T20:02:00.001-07:00

Even though I am not a mother yet, Brad still treated me well on Mother's Day. I guess a mother to be counts.

I woke up in the morning and could hear him making a lot of noise downstairs.

He had flowers and a present waiting for me in the family room.

However, in the kitchen he had breakfast ready for me. Thank goodness he is the cook in the family.

I was going through my pictures on my camera and noticed he had taken these pictures when I wasn't around. I think he wanted me to blog about what a wonderful husband he is. So here it is... Thank you Bradley for a wonderful mothers day! Also, thank you for always making me happy by putting food in my tummy! You truly are a good hubby.

Big Weekend and Big Post!

2010-04-18T16:11:00.000-07:00

This weekend has been fun and full of excitement. On Friday, Bradley, my mom, and I went to go see my ultrasound. We found out we are having a BOY! We already have a named picked out so he will be called...

Crew Bradley Waldram

This next picture I love because you can see the side of his face and his little arm raised to the side of his head.

Then Friday evening we went to the Temple with my parents and my brother and his wife. Afterwards we went to Leatherby's to celebrate Bradley's Birthday with the rest of my family. Sorry no pictures of that.

Saturday was Bradley's Birthday. He always goes way out of his way to celebrate my birthday or even gifts for Christmas. So I thought it would be nice to surprise him and spoil him. I got a hotel reserved for us up in Park City, and even had his sister come stay the night with the dogs. Saturday morning Brad had school for a few hours and when he got home I told him what he had in store for his b-day.

We head up to our hotel which was the Waldorf-Astoria Dakota Lodge Hotel. It is super nice and I highly recommend it. It wasn't too badly priced since it is the off season for Park City.

When I had made the reservation for the hotel I told them they couldn't mail or email me any info since it was a surprise for my husbands birthday. So when we checked in and got to the hotel we got a knock on the door after 10 minutes of being there. They had brought us a treat that was dusted in real gold and a card for Brad.

The treat was some kind of dried fruit and nuts covered in white chocolate. Can you see the gold dusted on it? It was a nice gesture from the hotel, but the treat wasn't my favorite.

Here is what our room looked like, above you can see the nice bed, with the nice fur blanket. Yes, the fur blanket was my favorite part of the room, it was soooo soft!

Birthday boy testing out the velvet sofa in our room.

I had to take a picture of the kitchen because I loved the style of it so much.

How sweet is this? A TV in the bathroom?

A warm fireplace.

This was the long hallway to our room, but I loved the carpet. How many hotels do you go in and want there carpet? Not many. Well I haven't been to that many hotels, but I sure did love this one. Brad and I felt like high rollers, when they would valet our car and give us water bottles when we would get in our car. They would ask Mr. Waldram if he needed directions anywhere. (Maybe Brad & I need to travel more often).

The weekend just kept getting better, I got a text message from my best friend that she got engaged! I was in complete shock, but so happy for her. I can't wait to have another married couple to hang out with. Congratulations Kristi Ann!

This weekend we also went on a shopping spree for the baby! This is the bedding I got from Pottery Barn. It was the only place that had cute boy bedding that wasn't cheesy. Notice the sock monkey! He is super cute and matches the bedding perfect. Thank you mom for the cute gift for Crew.

Bradley told me the instant he knew we were having a boy that Crew needed polos to match his daddy. We had lots of coupons to Ralph Lauren, so Bradley bought Crew 4 polos! He wanted to buy him more, but I had to remind him that Crew will grow really fast and the polos won't last long. Don't worry we got the polos in different sizes.

Yes, Bradley's wardrobe mainly consists of polos. Notice he has every color you can imagine. Whenever Ralph Lauren comes out with a new color Bradley has to have it. (That is why he thinks Crew needs every color!)

I think my sister-in-law Jill is correct, Crew will be a mini Bradley. He will look like him, dress like him, and act just like him. Crew already has a Utah onesie (thanks again mom for that one, Grandma's do know how to spoil). I have a feeling his dad is going to make sure he is a Ute fan (my family and I will help out with that one as well), a cubbies fan, and a Jazz fan.

We are excited to have a boy and can't wait to meet little Crew!

Morning Sickness

2010-02-21T18:34:00.001-08:00

Last post I stated that I hadn't been too sick, well things have changed. I seem to throw up everyday. One day Brad and I went to look for houses and we got to the model home (which I loved!) and the realtor was talking our ear off. I knew I didn't feel good and just wanted the realtor to shut up, well she didn't so I let Brad do the listening as I ran off the bathroom (sorry model home bathroom).

The other day was the first time at work and it isn't too fun to throw up at work. You feel gross the rest of the day. As I was running to the bathroom I thought to myself, "if any customers get in my way they are going down!" My boss even told me the other day that I look green every morning when I get to work and I'm really quiet, it takes me about half a day to warm up. Well after throwing up before leaving for work I have a right to look green.

Everyone says after 12 weeks you start to feel better. Let's hope they are right because today I am at 12 weeks. Others try to console me by saying being sick means a healthy baby, so this baby has to be pretty healthy.

The news is out!

2010-02-09T18:04:00.000-08:00

Surprise! Bradley and I are having a baby, due September 6th. If it is a surprise for you, then you are not alone. It was a surprise for me, all my family, co-workers, and friends as well. I have to admit Brad didn't find out in a cute or fun way like most husbands do. He heard me screaming from the bathroom, "Oh crap! I'm pregnant!"

I am always planning and thinking of what to do next, and this threw my plan for a loop. I always told Brad no kids until he finishes college. Well he started his first semester back and I find out I'm prego! Oops! Oh well, I'm excited and this baby must really want to come down right now. Brad is really really excited! Whenever my family gets together Brad is always downstairs playing with the kids, so he can handle one more.

Now if you are wondering, I haven't been too sick. Just morning sickness a few times and that is about it. Some days I can eat and some days I can't. Brad even made Chicken Cordon Bleu's one night and I couldn't even eat it. I am extremely exhausted and come home from work at 6 and get in bed and I'm there the rest of the night (how do you mothers that already have kids and are pregnant again do it?). I feel like bum, and never leave my bed until I have to get ready the next morning.

I did have to go on a business trip for a week in Atlanta back in January and that about killed me. I worked 10-12 hour shifts each day, with minimal breaks or food-breaks. There was one day where I had to go into a huge room that sold food products, hundreds of booths were cooking up different kinds of foods. Imagine being pregnant and walking into a room where every type of food you can imagine is being cooked at the same time. BARF right? I had to plug my nose several times so my co-workers wouldn't know I was pregnant and couldn't handle it.

Well so far that is my story and I'm sure there is more to come as I get further along after everyone gets over the shock of it all.

Christmas 2009

2010-01-04T19:06:00.001-08:00

Christmas Eve Bradley and I went and did some last minute shopping. When we came home I had realized that one of my presents was half opened. Little Winston had been clawing at it the whole time we were gone. All I could tell was that it was a popcorn box, but I know Bradley too well to know that there wasn't any popcorn in the box. On Christmas Day I found out that there was food in there and that is why Winston wanted it. It was OREO's my favorite treat!

Here is proof that it was Winston, not Lexie getting into my present.

It may be hard to read our shirts, but yes they do say "MAX HALL HATES ME". I truly believe he hates me even though he apologized. Hello people he had to apologize, he didn't really mean his apology! Good luck in life Max, for you will always be remembered for your words, not for the game you played. (You may want to think about changing your name).

After a delicious dinner, we got to make cookies for Santa. Below is a picture of Gage and I.

Look at Gavin's messy face! I think Gavin decorated his cookies just like me, frost the cookie, then eat the cookie, frost the cookie, then eat the cookie. Sorry Santa no cookies left over for you at my house.

Parker, Gage, and Caleb being goofy as they decorate their cookies.

We also played Disney Scene It, no one really seemed into the game but me. Carson was my pal for a little bit on the love sac.

We had a surprise visitor that night. SANTA! None of the kids really seemed to care though. They wanted their candy cane and then they were good.

Every year my family gets PJ's on Christmas Eve. Brad thought this was the weirdest thing. He had never heard of families doing it before. I think he enjoyed his first pair of PJ's, and I told him we will do it for our kids too even if we are at the Waldram house for Christmas Eve. You have to keep traditions!

This was our first Christmas together and everything went well! I have to tell you planning ahead and sticking to a rotation is perfect, you can't fight because it is fair on both sides. Christmas day we relaxed and stayed in our PJ's until 3 p.m. Now that is the way to celebrate Christmas!

The Reason for the Season!

2009-12-18T18:06:00.000-08:00

Something happened to me today and reminded me what this time of year is all about. It's about Christ, family, friends, and loved ones. Your time should be spent with them and thinking about them. It's not about the gifts. It's time to think about everything you have been blessed with. Yes, the economy stinks and has had a huge impact on everyone's life this year. However, I am truly blessed with a loving husband, helpful parents, funny siblings, and adorable nieces and nephews that make me laugh all the time. I have a fun job, with co-workers that I love. Last of all I am grateful for the church and all the blessings I gain from being a member.

One of my friends at work had a brain aneurysm today. Once I got the call today, I suddenly forgot about all the gifts I need to buy, preparing for upcoming parties, and making holiday treats. My heart dropped for my dear friend Annie and her darling family. Annie is the most giving person. She is always baking goodies to bring into work. She is always talking about her kids and what more she can do for them. She is amazing at everything she does. Everything at work reminds me of her and I can't imagine work without her. If you come into Country Furniture and look at all the beautiful displays, that is because of her.

I don't know what the outcome will be for Annie, but my wish this Christmas is that my friend Annie will be back at work next year to be my sidekick again. That her family will have their wife, mother, and grandmother healthy again... and that is my Christmas wish!

Holiday Open House

2009-11-10T20:22:00.000-08:00

This Friday from 5-9 p.m. Country Furniture at Gardner Village is going to be having a Holiday Open House. You don't want to miss this event. Let's just say I know what the discounts are going to be (but they are a secret until Friday evening) and you don't want to miss it! This is probably going to be our best sale for the rest of the year.

We are going to have refreshments, gift ideas, free gift wrap (up to 3), and DEALS...DEALS....DEALS. Seriously if you need new home decor or Christmas decor or even FURNITURE, then Friday night is the night to come shopping. Plus, you want to come see me right?

One more thing! This is for anyone that comes from 5-9 p.m. Invite

your mom, sisters, and friends to come as well.

Never leave your husband and dogs unattended!

2009-11-04T10:19:00.000-08:00

If you leave your husband and dogs unattended for a half hour you may find this!

SURPRISE! Your husbands dinner in your dogs mouth.

Your husband asleep on the couch (however this is a nightly occasion)

Winston is now trying to hide the chicken in-between the pillows so I can't take it away.

6th year anniversary

2009-09-28T19:43:00.001-07:00

I work at Gardner Village and tomorrow will be my 6th year anniversary! I think that is a long time for only being 23. I have worked in many different departments for Gardner Mill Company. I started out as the stock girl at Down to Earth.

Then I moved on over to Manage the very cute Draper location of the Village Quilt Shop. I have to admit I didn't think I would love quilts. However, it didn't take long before I bought a quilt and have loved that store ever since. (I do have to admit I think the Draper location is cuter than the Gardner Village one).

My next move was back to my home at Down to Earth to be Assistant Manager. If you come to my home you will find that it is decorated all from Down to Earth. It is my style to a T and I can't get enough of it.

My final move has now been to be the Assistant Manager/Accessory Buyer for Country Furniture. I have only been there for a little over a month, but I can see my country side coming out of me (which I think I get from my mom and sister). I think Brad is scared that I'm going to have to buy all new furniture to go with my Country Style now.

From working at Gardner Mill Company I feel like have I have become quite the little designer. I haven't taken any interior design classes, but I don't think I need too either. Many interior designers with degrees come to the village to buy items for model homes and for clients and I swear half of them know nothing about design.

Woo Hoo for my 6th anniversary! I will now show you items that I love and dream about that Down to Earth and Country Furniture sell!

I love this and want it in my office!

This is my new favorite bedroom set. Too bad our bedroom furniture is in good condition or else this would be in my home right now.

Little blue cabinet, oh how darling you would look in my kitchen.

Yes this table is very Country, but I love love love the chairs!

Maybe this can all come to my house for Christmas? Wishful thinking.

Stayed tuned for pictures of home!

Honeymoon Continued...

2009-09-14T21:25:00.001-07:00

Here is the continuation of our fun honeymoon...

I think Pearl Harbor was one of Brad's favorite memories while in Hawaii. This was my 3rd time visit to Pearl Harbor and everytime it always touches my heart.

Here is the view of the memorial from the boat.

Brad and I enjoying the view of the memorial from the waiting area.

After Pearl Harbor we went to Waikiki. Bradley had been wanting to go there so bad since day one. I had to explain to him over and over again that it is over-crowded and not too great. Once we arrived to Waikiki we lasted about 2 hours and Brad was ready to go back to the North Shore, where there is peace and quiet.

Swinging on the trees off of Waikiki beach.

Waimea Beach was Bradley's favorite beach.

Especially since you can go cliff jumping.

Since we were staying at the Turtle Bay, Bradley had to go golfing on the Arnold-Palmer Course. He was so proud that he got his first Eagle on this course, it was a picture moment.

Look how pretty the course was.

One morning we went on a horseback ride along the beach.

We of course had to go see the Laie Temple.

Many of you already know that it was always my dream to get married in the Laie Temple. However, they announced just before I got engaged that they were remodeling this temple and it would be closed for 18 months. I couldn't wait 18 months to get married so Salt Lake Temple it was.

One of the beaches has several turtles "sunbathing". Not the most beautiful beach but an easy way to meet a turtle.

All and all it was a fun and much needed vacation.

Computer Crash

2009-08-13T17:34:00.000-07:00

Sorry no posts. My computer has crashed and is currently being fixed. I promise to blog more once I get my computer back.

Honeymoon in Paradise!

2009-07-10T21:35:00.000-07:00

We were able to go to Hawaii for our honeymoon. We stayed at the Turtle Bay, which is located on the North Shore of Oahu. This was my third time to Oahu and Bradley's first. I had to make sure he liked it so that he will take me back in another 2 years.

Yes, this is where "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" was filmed.

This is the view from our room.

On the way to the hotel the first day I of course had to stop off at Matsumoto's. They have the biggest and the best shaved ice.

I made Bradley try his the hawaiian style shaved ice with beans on the bottom. He didn't like the beans too much.

I had to show Bradley where I spent my favorite summer at BYU-Hawaii. The only BYU I would go too.

The Hukilau Cafe has the best breakfast. If you are a big sports fan you will love eating here as they have pictures and autographs of all the athletes born and raised on the North Shore.

Oh Sunset you are my favorite beach on Oahu.

We spent a day at the Polynesian Cultural Center. We were able to learn about the cultures of all the polynesian islands. This picture is of a kiwi who just got finished doing the Haka. Bradley insisted I got my picture taken with him.

I volunteered Brad to join the tongans to learn how to play the drums, speak tongan, and dance like one too. At first, he wasn't happy that I volunteered him. However, at the end of the trip he was glad. We had many people come up to us after our day at the PCC saying that they loved him and thought he was soo funny. A teenage girl even said she almost peed her pants.

The PCC puts on a luau which was really fun.

My favorite part of Hawaii is the smoothies! I have to admit Lava Flow and Hula Girls are a good reason alone to go to Hawaii.

Another post is to come later for the rest of the honeymoon!

Blogging

2009-07-10T21:29:00.000-07:00

Bradley and I decided that now we are a married couple that maybe our life is a little bit more interesting to blog about, I can't promise anything too exciting though.