We arrived right at sunset to be able to see the castles detail during the day, then when the sun went down the lights turned on and they created a beautiful glow. I think this is what heaven will look like, minus the FREEZING cold.
Our love is as wide as a smile and as narrow as a wink, loud as laughter and quiet as a tear, tall as a tale and deep as emotion. So strong, it can lift the spirit. So gentle, it can touch the heart. It is the love that begins our happily ever after....
Monday, January 27, 2014
Midway Ice Castles
I've always wanted to go see these beauties in real life. We decided to take our traditional "first trip of the year" (where we do something fun and different during the month of January) to go visit them. They were amazing!
We arrived right at sunset to be able to see the castles detail during the day, then when the sun went down the lights turned on and they created a beautiful glow. I think this is what heaven will look like, minus the FREEZING cold.
We arrived right at sunset to be able to see the castles detail during the day, then when the sun went down the lights turned on and they created a beautiful glow. I think this is what heaven will look like, minus the FREEZING cold.
Sunday, January 12, 2014
New Year
Wow, where does the time go?
In hopes to be better at journalism, I am trying to do it more often. Seeing as this is a record of my life I should probably update it so I can remember the good stuff later on.
For starters going around the blog world people have come up with their "theme" for the new year. Each is different and personal to the person who picks it. 2013 was "The Year Of Sewing" for me. We were living with my inlaws and my mother in law happens to be fantastic at sewing so I wanted to take advantage of that wonderful quality while I could. She helped me accomplish SO many projects last year. Baby crib bedding, countless quilts, reupholstering a rocking chair, custom made neck pillow, hem jeans, make maxi skirts, and make a cloak jacket sort of thing from a pattern. I am thankful for her being willing to take the time and help me learn this new talent. I am no where near good at it, but I have learned more of the basics and have a greater understanding of sewing in general.
The year 2014 I have decided is going to be "The Year Of Service". We are only truly happy when we are serving others. I have noticed this sort of void in my life. Don't get me wrong, I have a loving husband, adorable child and everything else is going swimmingly. I just know that I could be happier. Sometimes I get so wrapped up in the stupid drama of my own life and often have pity parties for myself and I'm tired of it. I want to be more optimistic. I want to help others around me. I want to grow my testimony in the Gospel and what better way to accomplish all that then by serving one another. It does not have to be big things. Just something small to make someones day happier. So that is the goal this year. I can't wait to see how much I will grow in the months to come.
In other news:
My daughter is 16 months old. Wow. She is horrible at sharing and I have a mini anxiety attack every time we have a play date. I just never wanted to have "that kid" that people were not excited to hang out with. We are trying out hardest at being better but its difficult. When she is not fighting with other kids she is the sweetest little girl I know. She has the cutest smile and is learning more every day. She loves being outside, even when it is freezing cold and snowing. She loves animals. And though she may not be able to talk just yet, she is very good at getting her wants and needs across to everyone. She is also really great at following directions. Sometimes even complicated ones I don't think she will understand. And NO we are not pregnant or expecting any new arrivals for the year of 2014. Sorry grandparents, it will be a while till the next one.
We moved in to our own place! That's right, we no longer live with my in laws. It was a very last minute decision. We literally got home from Christmas vacation on Monday and we were packing by Tuesday. So crazy. It is an adorable TINY two bedroom just a few minutes away from family. Madison is happy to finally have her own room and I am happy to finally have MY own room again. No more tip toeing around in the dark to not wake a sleeping baby. Its wonderful. It is a little bittersweet. As much as I love having a space of our own I miss the company of always having someone to talk to. I guess its just really sinking in how often Zach is gone and now that I don't work full time I realize the loneliness even more. But that's ok because as I am typing this I realize I am sitting on my couch in my undies typing this (too much info I know) and I realize that I could never do that when living with other people.... I mean I guess I could but I know not to many would appreciate that sight. :)
Now just pray for us that we can make rent and we don't starve. Ok, I'm joking.Not Really We're Poor.
I started a bow company in September and it has been making some great progress. It has been slow and steady but I am thankful for the extra bit of income and being able to do something I enjoy so much. I am so thankful for the people I have met and the friendships I have made. It is this great online community that I get to meet other creative individuals and learn about them. It has been an adventure everyday learning the ins and outs of profit margins, marketing, bookkeeping, design, and small business management.
Fun new changes coming this year and we look forward to all that this year has in store for us. It had a very rough start with Madison and I getting a very violent stomach bug that was passed on the my mother and father in law. Then our car broke. Then we had to move all in the same week. It was a little overwhelming to start things off but now that the dust has settled we can enjoy the year to come.
In hopes to be better at journalism, I am trying to do it more often. Seeing as this is a record of my life I should probably update it so I can remember the good stuff later on.
For starters going around the blog world people have come up with their "theme" for the new year. Each is different and personal to the person who picks it. 2013 was "The Year Of Sewing" for me. We were living with my inlaws and my mother in law happens to be fantastic at sewing so I wanted to take advantage of that wonderful quality while I could. She helped me accomplish SO many projects last year. Baby crib bedding, countless quilts, reupholstering a rocking chair, custom made neck pillow, hem jeans, make maxi skirts, and make a cloak jacket sort of thing from a pattern. I am thankful for her being willing to take the time and help me learn this new talent. I am no where near good at it, but I have learned more of the basics and have a greater understanding of sewing in general.
The year 2014 I have decided is going to be "The Year Of Service". We are only truly happy when we are serving others. I have noticed this sort of void in my life. Don't get me wrong, I have a loving husband, adorable child and everything else is going swimmingly. I just know that I could be happier. Sometimes I get so wrapped up in the stupid drama of my own life and often have pity parties for myself and I'm tired of it. I want to be more optimistic. I want to help others around me. I want to grow my testimony in the Gospel and what better way to accomplish all that then by serving one another. It does not have to be big things. Just something small to make someones day happier. So that is the goal this year. I can't wait to see how much I will grow in the months to come.
In other news:
My daughter is 16 months old. Wow. She is horrible at sharing and I have a mini anxiety attack every time we have a play date. I just never wanted to have "that kid" that people were not excited to hang out with. We are trying out hardest at being better but its difficult. When she is not fighting with other kids she is the sweetest little girl I know. She has the cutest smile and is learning more every day. She loves being outside, even when it is freezing cold and snowing. She loves animals. And though she may not be able to talk just yet, she is very good at getting her wants and needs across to everyone. She is also really great at following directions. Sometimes even complicated ones I don't think she will understand. And NO we are not pregnant or expecting any new arrivals for the year of 2014. Sorry grandparents, it will be a while till the next one.
We moved in to our own place! That's right, we no longer live with my in laws. It was a very last minute decision. We literally got home from Christmas vacation on Monday and we were packing by Tuesday. So crazy. It is an adorable TINY two bedroom just a few minutes away from family. Madison is happy to finally have her own room and I am happy to finally have MY own room again. No more tip toeing around in the dark to not wake a sleeping baby. Its wonderful. It is a little bittersweet. As much as I love having a space of our own I miss the company of always having someone to talk to. I guess its just really sinking in how often Zach is gone and now that I don't work full time I realize the loneliness even more. But that's ok because as I am typing this I realize I am sitting on my couch in my undies typing this (too much info I know) and I realize that I could never do that when living with other people.... I mean I guess I could but I know not to many would appreciate that sight. :)
Now just pray for us that we can make rent and we don't starve. Ok, I'm joking.
I started a bow company in September and it has been making some great progress. It has been slow and steady but I am thankful for the extra bit of income and being able to do something I enjoy so much. I am so thankful for the people I have met and the friendships I have made. It is this great online community that I get to meet other creative individuals and learn about them. It has been an adventure everyday learning the ins and outs of profit margins, marketing, bookkeeping, design, and small business management.
Fun new changes coming this year and we look forward to all that this year has in store for us. It had a very rough start with Madison and I getting a very violent stomach bug that was passed on the my mother and father in law. Then our car broke. Then we had to move all in the same week. It was a little overwhelming to start things off but now that the dust has settled we can enjoy the year to come.
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