10 Facts

Here is a picture of Jared and I from tonight.  We went out on our Valentines date a little early.  Dropped the kids off at a sitter, went and had a nice dinner, went outdoor ice skating, then out for dessert.  To sum it up in one word--- PERFECT. or romantic. or refreshing.

Anyways- the blog challenge.  Today, I'm to post a picture of myself with 10 facts.  Here are some things you may or may not know about me:

1. I have kept a journal since I was 8 years old.  I write all the time.  I write about what I think is important at the time, but looking back, it's almost always silly.
2. I love glitter.  I love it in my nailpolish, in shimmery makeup, on stickers, on pencils, on shoes, in body spray... I know, I'm 12.
3. I love school.  If I didn't have any responsibilities (cough-kids...) I would get my Masters degree, then my 2nd Masters, then maybe a PhD.  I love learning and I especially love learning in an organized setting that pushes you farther than you might go on your own.  I also really like taking notes (weird) and studying (more weird).
4. I almost always have cheesecake on my birthday.  My mom always put the year I was turning in cherries.  I love that.
5. I have tried so hard to love scrapbooking and couponing.  But I just don't.  I wish I did.
6. When I was little, I always dressed up as a princess or a fairy for Halloween.  I alternated years.
7. I went through a skater phase in college where I longboarded, snowboarded, and wakeboarded frequently. 
8. I still know all the words to "Gangsta's Paradise."  Love Coolio. Ha!
9. I play the piano everyday.  I used to write my own music and need to get back into doing it again.
10. I have run 4 half marathons and am training for a 5th!

Happy Weekend Everyone!  I'll see you back here tomorrow. I have to say, this was a very fun blog post to do.  I'm liking this challenge (well, day 1 anyways!)

30 Day Blogging Challenge

The first 'different' thing I decided to do for my blog is to do a 30 day blog challenge.  I have to post a picture each day so you can all get to know me better.  I'm excited to do this and learn more about myself as I find the pictures that describe who I am.  It's funny how quickly I could turn blogging from being a chore, into a 'reward for doing chores!'

Day 01 - A picture of yourself with ten facts

Day 02 - A picture of you and the person you have been closest with the longest

Day 03 - A picture of the cast from your favorite show

Day 04 - A picture of your night

Day 05 - A picture of your favorite memory

Day 06 - A picture of a person you'd love to trade places with for a day

Day 07 - A picture of your most treasured item

Day 08 - A picture that makes you laugh

Day 09 - A picture of the person who has gotten you through the most

Day 10 - A picture of the person you hang out with the most

Day 11 - A picture of something you hate

Day 12 - A picture of something you love

Day 13 - A picture of your favorite band or artist

Day 14 - A picture of someone you could never imagine your life without

Day 15 - A picture of something you want to do before you die

Day 16 - A picture of someone who inspires you

Day 17 - A picture of something that has made a huge impact on your life recently

Day 18 - A picture of your biggest insecurity

Day 19 - A picture and a letter

Day 20 - A picture of somewhere you'd love to travel

Day 21 - A picture of something you wish you could forget

Day 22 - A picture of something you wish you were better at

Day 23 - A picture of your favorite book

Day 24 - A picture of something you wish you could change

Day 25 - A picture of your day

Day 26 - A picture of something that means a lot to you

Day 27 - A picture of yourself and a family member

Day 28 - A picture of something you're afraid of

Day 29 - A picture that can always make you smile

Day 30 - A picture of someone you miss

Blog Makeover

Alright. I'll be the first to admit that my blog has gotten
 L-A-M-E.
I update it about once a month and try to recap what we do.  But I am tired of doing that.  I stopped liking to blog.  It became a chore.
The last thing I need is another chore.
So, I decided to change some things.
I made a list of what I do pretty much everyday.  My REAL life.
-laundry
-cleaning
-organizing
-kids
-Dora
-making meals
-cleaning them up
-working out
-getting ready
-teaching piano
-kids to bed
And then throw in the occasional holiday, get together, date, and/or trip.  And that is my life.  Now when I first looked at my list, I thought- I must be the most boring person living today.  Why can't I be creative and fun like my friend Sheena or trendy and cool like Chelsea?  But then I took a step back and thought- Why can't I be content just being me?  While my life doesn't seem super exciting, I really do love it! And I'm ready to embrace that.

So, here's to me blogging about my every-day.  I want to capture this phase of my life where I am able to stay at home with my little kids.  and where the most exciting part of my day may or may not be getting to take a shower.  I have a feeling that I am not the only one out there that feels the same way.

I hope you will see me a little more often on here.  Yea, I am actually really excited about it!

I could just eat her up!

LOVE THAT FACE!

Picture Update

I hope that everyone had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.  We had a great one, honestly one of the best Christmases I have ever had.  I was looking at pictures from the holidays on my camera tonight, and it really struck me how quick my kids are growing and how precious the time we have together is.  I was also impressed that I actually had pictures with myself in them.  We even got one shot with all four of us!

Here is little/big Noah on Christmas morning opening up new pj's from Grandma A.  Oh yes, he is loving it.

Here is Suz and I over at my inlaws for more Christmas fun!

 Noah wanted his new jacket, THEN his new shirt on.  If you look closely at the label, you might notice his new shirt is a 12 month shirt.  And he's 2 1/2.  It's OK to be little, buddy.  I think he was actually saying Cheese in this picture. :)

I thought Noah looked so big in this picture.  Like not a baby anymore at all.  He's a little man!



"What present should I open next???"



Suz is taking it all in!



 Here's Jared and I at Silver Dollar City in Branson.  We went up for the day on Dec 30.

Suzy is 3 1/2 months.  She's my little cutie! Such a mama's girl!



We love each other!!!



We love each other too!!! A lot!



This picture cracks me up b/c it captures real life. 



Here was our second attempt.  I love my kids so much!!!



Here is a prized picture, one that contains all of us at the same time.  If only Suz were looking up...oh well!

Pre-Christmas

I recognize that I have become a super lame blogger.  I'll try to make up for it by posting lots of pictures.  We are excited that tonight is finally Christmas Eve!  I think Noah might even 'get it' this year. 

This is my favorite!  Noah put stickers on this nativity.  I love the placement of the cow eating the hay and all the water he gave the cow to drink.  I also love the placement of baby Jesus and that he made sure his mommy was right next to him.

 (I made the wreath!  13 bucks! Go me!)

Here is my best present of 2010.

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!

Noah Funny

Noah: "WAH!!!!"
Me: "What's wrong?"
 "Owie!"
 "Where?"
 "Head."
 "Your head hurts?"
"Shoulder."
"Your head and shoulder???"
"Knees and toes.  Knees and toes. Knees and toes."
Me: *laughing.  a lot.*
Noah:  "Mama's CRAZY!"

...I'm crazy????

(Pre-haircut)

I LOVE THIS GUY!!!