Dec 26, 2008
Happy Holidays!
Well, Christmas is over and the New Year is on its way. We hope everyone had a nice holiday and is ready for the new year to come!
We had a wonderful Christmas this year. A lot of family, food, fun, and friends. Savanna couldn't wait this year for Santa and her presents. She wanted a baby and roller skates; so, Santa obliged. She got a new baby which she named Joy, along with all the accessories (diaper bag, diapers, bottle, blanket, burp cloth, etc.). She was so excited to be a mommy, too! She also got her roller skates (which we couldn't get off of her) along with some books, puzzles, and outfits. Thanks to Grandma Lorna, Grandpa & Grandma Simons, Travis & Paola, and the Stephens clan, she got cars, barbie's, stuffed animals, a scarf, and a lot of other fun things. She had a wonderful day.
Curtis got an Omelet maker, gloves, pants, movies, and a gift certificate. He was very enthused with everything he received.
I got a new set of knives, silverware, tools, and a brand spanking new camera (it is soooo nice).
All in all we had a great day. Best of all, we got to spend a lot of time with Family. My favorite part of the holiday is giving people gifts. I love to make people happy, and I think our family accomplished that this year.
As 2008 draws to a close, we hope that all of you will look back at this year and cherish all the adventures and experiences you've had. We also hope that 2009 will bring you much happiness and new adventures. And, I don't think I'll be alone in this, thank goodness it is an entire year until next Christmas.
We had a wonderful Christmas this year. A lot of family, food, fun, and friends. Savanna couldn't wait this year for Santa and her presents. She wanted a baby and roller skates; so, Santa obliged. She got a new baby which she named Joy, along with all the accessories (diaper bag, diapers, bottle, blanket, burp cloth, etc.). She was so excited to be a mommy, too! She also got her roller skates (which we couldn't get off of her) along with some books, puzzles, and outfits. Thanks to Grandma Lorna, Grandpa & Grandma Simons, Travis & Paola, and the Stephens clan, she got cars, barbie's, stuffed animals, a scarf, and a lot of other fun things. She had a wonderful day.
Curtis got an Omelet maker, gloves, pants, movies, and a gift certificate. He was very enthused with everything he received.
I got a new set of knives, silverware, tools, and a brand spanking new camera (it is soooo nice).
All in all we had a great day. Best of all, we got to spend a lot of time with Family. My favorite part of the holiday is giving people gifts. I love to make people happy, and I think our family accomplished that this year.
As 2008 draws to a close, we hope that all of you will look back at this year and cherish all the adventures and experiences you've had. We also hope that 2009 will bring you much happiness and new adventures. And, I don't think I'll be alone in this, thank goodness it is an entire year until next Christmas.
Dec 22, 2008
I've been Tagged!!
So, my beautiful sister Susan tagged me to divulge eight facts/quirks/or interesting facts about myself then tag eight others.
1. I am a very "plan oriented" kind of gal. I need to know what is going on, at all times. This was not a difficulty in my life until I married Curtis. He is a fly-by-the-seat of your pants kind of guy, so I never know ANYTHING that is going on. It drives me CRAZY! But, it is good to just go with the flow sometimes and let her rip...unfortunately, I struggle with being spontaneous unless I planned to do it!
2. I have severe anxiety . I have been a victim of panic attacks for years...crowds, stress, trips, getting lost, etc. It is not fun. I am constantly in a state of panic. Someone told me once how laid back and easy going I was...I had to chuckle. Apparently, I hide it well...most of the time.
3. I am a germa-phobe: yeah, I know everyone is shocked. I carry two bottles of Lysol in my purse; I spray the handle of the cart at grocery stores prior to touching it, I also spray the ordering phones at Training Table, One Man Band, etc. I also carry germX. This is for after I've gone to a public anything, watched what I touched, and then washed my hands. I just have to go that extra step to disinfect as well. When I'm out in public it is very challenging for me; everything I have to do has to be done with my hands and there is no way around it....AAGH!
4. I have a slight case of obsessive/compulsive disorder. This is great fun. My life is rather comical sometimes; all my lightswitches in the house have to be down when the lights are off, my steering wheel in whichever vehicle I'm driving has to be exactly straight prior to exiting the vehicle, my bed has to be made just so, I have to put my clothes on in a certain order, in my purse everything has a place and I just about lose it when they are out of place (Curtis), I have a difficult time with asymmetry....I'd rather have everything be symmetrical (its less of a headache). Okay, there are a million more but I don't want anyone thinking I'm crazy...so I'll stop there.
5. I love to joke with people. Most people think I'm a very serious person, but I love to joke around and have fun. My mom's favorite thing that I do is sing "King of the Forest" like the lion on Wizard of Oz. She laughs forever...I only do it once in a while though. I love the sound of laughter and it makes me happy, so I love to try and make people happy.
6. I love to watch old movies, especially musicals. Anything from 1950 or earlier is AWESOME! I also love foreign movies. I don't know why, they just appeal to me.
7. I love to be outdoors. Anything I can do outside is fun for me. I love to camp, fish, hike, hunt, boat, ride wheelers, or just take a walk. I can't get enough of it; plus, I like the summer when it's 90 degrees or more....can't get enough of that awesome heat! Something about camping or hanging out outdoors is just soothing; it's like you are a million miles away yet really you're only an hour or so from home. Curtis is perfect for me in that aspect since he's an outdoors-a-holic. Our little Savanna is following our footsteps; she loves it as well.
8. I am a perfectionist and sometimes end up demanding it from other people as well (oops!). I have mixed feelings about being a perfectionist...sometimes it makes me better for it and sometimes it hinders me from moving on. Anything I do, I like it to be done right. I will work and work until it works out the way I want it or think it should be. This drives Curtis nuts sometimes, but he loves me anyway (I'm positive, haven't asked, but I'm sure he does.)
Okay, so I'm not sure if these were quirks/interesting facts/or what, but that is what you get. I tag Heather, Alicia, Mandi, Amber, Lindsay, Diana, Jessica, and Stephanie.
1. I am a very "plan oriented" kind of gal. I need to know what is going on, at all times. This was not a difficulty in my life until I married Curtis. He is a fly-by-the-seat of your pants kind of guy, so I never know ANYTHING that is going on. It drives me CRAZY! But, it is good to just go with the flow sometimes and let her rip...unfortunately, I struggle with being spontaneous unless I planned to do it!
2. I have severe anxiety . I have been a victim of panic attacks for years...crowds, stress, trips, getting lost, etc. It is not fun. I am constantly in a state of panic. Someone told me once how laid back and easy going I was...I had to chuckle. Apparently, I hide it well...most of the time.
3. I am a germa-phobe: yeah, I know everyone is shocked. I carry two bottles of Lysol in my purse; I spray the handle of the cart at grocery stores prior to touching it, I also spray the ordering phones at Training Table, One Man Band, etc. I also carry germX. This is for after I've gone to a public anything, watched what I touched, and then washed my hands. I just have to go that extra step to disinfect as well. When I'm out in public it is very challenging for me; everything I have to do has to be done with my hands and there is no way around it....AAGH!
4. I have a slight case of obsessive/compulsive disorder. This is great fun. My life is rather comical sometimes; all my lightswitches in the house have to be down when the lights are off, my steering wheel in whichever vehicle I'm driving has to be exactly straight prior to exiting the vehicle, my bed has to be made just so, I have to put my clothes on in a certain order, in my purse everything has a place and I just about lose it when they are out of place (Curtis), I have a difficult time with asymmetry....I'd rather have everything be symmetrical (its less of a headache). Okay, there are a million more but I don't want anyone thinking I'm crazy...so I'll stop there.
5. I love to joke with people. Most people think I'm a very serious person, but I love to joke around and have fun. My mom's favorite thing that I do is sing "King of the Forest" like the lion on Wizard of Oz. She laughs forever...I only do it once in a while though. I love the sound of laughter and it makes me happy, so I love to try and make people happy.
6. I love to watch old movies, especially musicals. Anything from 1950 or earlier is AWESOME! I also love foreign movies. I don't know why, they just appeal to me.
7. I love to be outdoors. Anything I can do outside is fun for me. I love to camp, fish, hike, hunt, boat, ride wheelers, or just take a walk. I can't get enough of it; plus, I like the summer when it's 90 degrees or more....can't get enough of that awesome heat! Something about camping or hanging out outdoors is just soothing; it's like you are a million miles away yet really you're only an hour or so from home. Curtis is perfect for me in that aspect since he's an outdoors-a-holic. Our little Savanna is following our footsteps; she loves it as well.
8. I am a perfectionist and sometimes end up demanding it from other people as well (oops!). I have mixed feelings about being a perfectionist...sometimes it makes me better for it and sometimes it hinders me from moving on. Anything I do, I like it to be done right. I will work and work until it works out the way I want it or think it should be. This drives Curtis nuts sometimes, but he loves me anyway (I'm positive, haven't asked, but I'm sure he does.)
Okay, so I'm not sure if these were quirks/interesting facts/or what, but that is what you get. I tag Heather, Alicia, Mandi, Amber, Lindsay, Diana, Jessica, and Stephanie.
Nov 24, 2008
Finally!
Curtis and I are very excited about the fact that we are expecting a baby in June. We've just had our second ultrasound and the baby is doing very well. It has been a long time coming and we can't wait until he/she gets here. From the looks of the baby on the ultrasound, it is well on its way to becoming a Karate Champion. He/she did not stop kicking and punching the entire time!
Savanna knows we are going to have a baby, but doesn't say much about it yet. I would imagine that as my tummy gets bigger she'll be a little more interested. All she really says is that she wants a brother. Curtis is leaning toward a boy, also. I will be happy with either one. I just pray for a healthy, happy bundle of joy.
Savanna knows we are going to have a baby, but doesn't say much about it yet. I would imagine that as my tummy gets bigger she'll be a little more interested. All she really says is that she wants a brother. Curtis is leaning toward a boy, also. I will be happy with either one. I just pray for a healthy, happy bundle of joy.
Oct 20, 2008
Vanny's Dentist Trip
Okay, I just realized that I never posted anything about Savanna's first Dentist visit...She did so good. She got the "Good Patient Award" which meant a certificate and free dinner at Del Taco, a Barbie toothbrush, Spongebob toothpaste, and lots more fun stuff. The only way I got her to go is to tell her that her teethe would "be totally sparkalicious". She was in...she loves things to be sparkalicious. The Dentist said she had no cavities and that her teethe were very well placed and healthy...thank goodness.
A few mishaps along the way...the tech was telling Savanna what each tool was and using their "fun" names. So, she got to the suction tube and told Savanna it was called "Mr. Thirsty"...Vanny, being the outspoken little thing she is, looked at the tech and with a look of "Duh" on her face said "It's a vacuum." I couldn't help but laugh...the tech didn't know what to say or do after that...it was pretty comical.
A few mishaps along the way...the tech was telling Savanna what each tool was and using their "fun" names. So, she got to the suction tube and told Savanna it was called "Mr. Thirsty"...Vanny, being the outspoken little thing she is, looked at the tech and with a look of "Duh" on her face said "It's a vacuum." I couldn't help but laugh...the tech didn't know what to say or do after that...it was pretty comical.
Oct 10, 2008
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