Conference weekend has been one of mixed feelings for me in the past. It has lately felt as though I always have to work, and my priorities are out of whack. I mean, I know I need to work and support my family. At this point in my life, it seems like my only way to make things work. But I always hate working on Sundays, and especially on conference weekend. My job now, at Walmart, is retail. I thought for sure, I would be working. I have been working Sundays since I began. I was so amazed (I almost cried), when I looked at my schedule and noticed I was off. I would only miss one session, Saturday afternoon. I hadn't asked for it off, it just happened that way. It was such a witness to me that I am in the right job. Finally, in a position I'm suppose to be in.
In the mix of that surprise, I received another blessing while at work on Saturday. I had recently interviewed for a supervisor position, and I was offered that position. This is the position I had ideally wanted was I was hired at the end of January. So, yay! I was so excited. I am so excited.
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Wife of a Gamer night
Well, it's happened again. My husband's gamer side is showing through. It actually happens quite often, or has been happening more often lately, or is always happening, or whatever. All of the above. I guess it makes sense that it's happening on a day my scrapbooking girly side decided to show through as well.
Today is National Scrapbooking Day. I've been doing digital scrapbooking for the past few years, so it was a perfect day to work on that. My sister and I went to an all day scrapbooking event. It actually turned out really well, (even if it was a bit stressful when I first looked at my bill... who knew these things got so expensive?) and I was happy to have some time out with the girls.
But like I said, go figure my husband's gamer side came out the second I left. For those who don't know, gamer events are nearly always last minute and rarely end at a decent time. Tonight is no different. My husband invited his friend over, but it took him a while to come. So, by the time he's friend made it, I was just finishing up and headed home. I was thinking that it might be nice to get out just the two of us, you know, like a date night thing... until my husband texted me and asked if he could play games instead.
Most of the time I'm kinda put out by those kinds of things... I mean, would it kill them to plan in advance? Or keep the ending time to a decent hour? Just because you all don't work, (*hint, hint*-- priorities!) doesn't mean I don't! Not to mention that I would REALLY enjoy a date night every now and then. AND, since we just got our state tax refund, I was thinking closer to the "now" rather than "then". But, obviously, Jason was not. Again, go figure.
So, rather than a date night with hubby, I have a date night with "me time". And rather than being put out, I'm enjoying the freedom. I mean, how cool is it that I get to redbox whatever movie I want for once, without the never-ending "compromise" of renting one action movie and one chick flick?? And, a chance to blog. REALLY blog. Like actually write a complete thought rather than just pieces of thoughts. I took myself out to dinner, (it costs less to feed one, whoever knew?) and even got to splurge a bit on dessert. *smile*. It's actually been a great night.
Bottom line? I love my husband. I love that he's a gamer, mostly because it makes him happy. (And sometimes I'm a gamer, too, but don't tell anyone! Shh! And when I'm not,) I'm learning to love the "me time" and accept the weird-o things boys do. Sigh. Success. For the moment, at least.
Today is National Scrapbooking Day. I've been doing digital scrapbooking for the past few years, so it was a perfect day to work on that. My sister and I went to an all day scrapbooking event. It actually turned out really well, (even if it was a bit stressful when I first looked at my bill... who knew these things got so expensive?) and I was happy to have some time out with the girls.
But like I said, go figure my husband's gamer side came out the second I left. For those who don't know, gamer events are nearly always last minute and rarely end at a decent time. Tonight is no different. My husband invited his friend over, but it took him a while to come. So, by the time he's friend made it, I was just finishing up and headed home. I was thinking that it might be nice to get out just the two of us, you know, like a date night thing... until my husband texted me and asked if he could play games instead.
Most of the time I'm kinda put out by those kinds of things... I mean, would it kill them to plan in advance? Or keep the ending time to a decent hour? Just because you all don't work, (*hint, hint*-- priorities!) doesn't mean I don't! Not to mention that I would REALLY enjoy a date night every now and then. AND, since we just got our state tax refund, I was thinking closer to the "now" rather than "then". But, obviously, Jason was not. Again, go figure.
So, rather than a date night with hubby, I have a date night with "me time". And rather than being put out, I'm enjoying the freedom. I mean, how cool is it that I get to redbox whatever movie I want for once, without the never-ending "compromise" of renting one action movie and one chick flick?? And, a chance to blog. REALLY blog. Like actually write a complete thought rather than just pieces of thoughts. I took myself out to dinner, (it costs less to feed one, whoever knew?) and even got to splurge a bit on dessert. *smile*. It's actually been a great night.
Bottom line? I love my husband. I love that he's a gamer, mostly because it makes him happy. (And sometimes I'm a gamer, too, but don't tell anyone! Shh! And when I'm not,) I'm learning to love the "me time" and accept the weird-o things boys do. Sigh. Success. For the moment, at least.
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Thoughts from a cashier...
I haven't been cashiering very long, but it's not hard to come up with some thoughts after a few rough customers. So, in case you didn't know:
*Don't make us lift YOUR heavy product. (Yes, 24 count boxes of soda count!) You want them, you can haul them. Or better yet, leave them in the cart and let us scan them for you!
*Say hi when we notice you. Just because you like to be ignored doesn't mean we do.
*Get off your phone when you're ready to pay. It's difficult to help you if problems come up and you're talking with someone invisible.
*Control your children. If they want a candy bar (and they all seem to) that's fine, but don't allow them to tear down the display and throw the candy bars across the scanner. Guess who gets to clean THAT up!
*If you have special requests, (like bag the milk, or put certain items separate, just ask us nicely. We're happy to do it your way. Except when we don't know what your way is and you get angry because we couldn't read your mind. Go figure.
*Yes, sometimes the card readers don't work. It happens. Sometimes it's the card, sometimes it's the reader. When we ask if we can run the card for you, don't look at us as if we're trying to steal your money. Honestly people, Walmart pays us plenty. (Okay, maybe not, but still...)
*Bottom lime, we're people too. Be nice.
*Don't make us lift YOUR heavy product. (Yes, 24 count boxes of soda count!) You want them, you can haul them. Or better yet, leave them in the cart and let us scan them for you!
*Say hi when we notice you. Just because you like to be ignored doesn't mean we do.
*Get off your phone when you're ready to pay. It's difficult to help you if problems come up and you're talking with someone invisible.
*Control your children. If they want a candy bar (and they all seem to) that's fine, but don't allow them to tear down the display and throw the candy bars across the scanner. Guess who gets to clean THAT up!
*If you have special requests, (like bag the milk, or put certain items separate, just ask us nicely. We're happy to do it your way. Except when we don't know what your way is and you get angry because we couldn't read your mind. Go figure.
*Yes, sometimes the card readers don't work. It happens. Sometimes it's the card, sometimes it's the reader. When we ask if we can run the card for you, don't look at us as if we're trying to steal your money. Honestly people, Walmart pays us plenty. (Okay, maybe not, but still...)
*Bottom lime, we're people too. Be nice.
Blogging
So I haven't written in here for over a year... crazy. I seriously didn't think it had been that long. But reading others blog posts, makes me kinda miss sharing my own thoughts and experiences. Facebook is cool, sharing pictures and commenting on others posts, but there's not really a way to just write out an entire article or anything. So, here I am, back to blogging. I'll have to play some more with the template and gadgets, to make it look the way I want. But all that will come as I use it, I'm sure... I hope.
Well, a quick baseline report before I get back into serious posts: Jason is unemployed, I work part time as a cashier. We no longer go to school. We have two pets and no plans to have children in the immediate future. We're planning to be sealed in the temple at the end of this year and combining that with a honeymoon trip. And... I think that's it.
For now.
Well, a quick baseline report before I get back into serious posts: Jason is unemployed, I work part time as a cashier. We no longer go to school. We have two pets and no plans to have children in the immediate future. We're planning to be sealed in the temple at the end of this year and combining that with a honeymoon trip. And... I think that's it.
For now.
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Ah, January...
with your snow aplenty...
How I wish your sweet flakes of white
would simply disappear overnight.
Ha ha ha... yeah, right. But it was a nice thought.
So in all the dreary January air I decided to do something kind of crazy. I used to feel like everyone else gets to do fun and spontaneous things, but I'm held back. I'm concerned with what everyone will think, if people will approve, yadda yadda. But no more! I have decided that it's okay to do something a little crazy every now and again, and the only person I should really be looking for the approval of is my sweet husband. So I dyed my hair red. I'm talking bright fire engine red highlights. It's so rock star and punky. So fun. Jason actually loved it, which totally shocked me. The next issue was my work, which actually turned out pretty well, too. My manager said it wasn't too bad and she thought it was fun. So, anyway, I'm now crazy awesome!
Other than that, everything is just moving right along. Well, mostly. Jason's weight loss has slowed down, which as been a bit discouraging. He's been stressed about it, which of course doesn't help. But we're just on such a time crunch with our lease ending in a few short months. I've been considering a move to America First collections department, which would pay me more. But I know I wouldn't enjoy it as much. I love working in member service. Jason's against it, but I'm still considering EVERY option. Jason's also applied with DI. We got our recommendation from our bishop and we're just waiting to hear back from them. Hopefully that will buy us some time, even if its just a few months. I've just heard there's a big waiting list to get in. That worries me. What if he can't get in before we need the paychecks? ... We'll just have to keep pressing on. But at least we always have each other, and we're very lucky to have me at America First. Life is still good.
We're looking forward to a wonderful tax return and a wonderful trip to go along with it! In March we're off to see my totally awesome Maid of Honor, Crystal! She's having a baby! (And Jason's hoping that if I spend enough time around her baby, maybe I'll hold off on wanting my own... ha ha ha) It's going to be so fun to drive across the country with Bandit and my parents. It's a 24 hour drive, and we were a bit worried about taking Bandit that far in the car. But after watching him this past week, there's simply no way we could leave him behind. He needs his Mama!! He's such a silly bright spot in our lives. We're so happy and lucky to have him.
Well, I hope everyone out there in cyber land is well. :) Until next time!
How I wish your sweet flakes of white
would simply disappear overnight.
Ha ha ha... yeah, right. But it was a nice thought.
So in all the dreary January air I decided to do something kind of crazy. I used to feel like everyone else gets to do fun and spontaneous things, but I'm held back. I'm concerned with what everyone will think, if people will approve, yadda yadda. But no more! I have decided that it's okay to do something a little crazy every now and again, and the only person I should really be looking for the approval of is my sweet husband. So I dyed my hair red. I'm talking bright fire engine red highlights. It's so rock star and punky. So fun. Jason actually loved it, which totally shocked me. The next issue was my work, which actually turned out pretty well, too. My manager said it wasn't too bad and she thought it was fun. So, anyway, I'm now crazy awesome!
Other than that, everything is just moving right along. Well, mostly. Jason's weight loss has slowed down, which as been a bit discouraging. He's been stressed about it, which of course doesn't help. But we're just on such a time crunch with our lease ending in a few short months. I've been considering a move to America First collections department, which would pay me more. But I know I wouldn't enjoy it as much. I love working in member service. Jason's against it, but I'm still considering EVERY option. Jason's also applied with DI. We got our recommendation from our bishop and we're just waiting to hear back from them. Hopefully that will buy us some time, even if its just a few months. I've just heard there's a big waiting list to get in. That worries me. What if he can't get in before we need the paychecks? ... We'll just have to keep pressing on. But at least we always have each other, and we're very lucky to have me at America First. Life is still good.
We're looking forward to a wonderful tax return and a wonderful trip to go along with it! In March we're off to see my totally awesome Maid of Honor, Crystal! She's having a baby! (And Jason's hoping that if I spend enough time around her baby, maybe I'll hold off on wanting my own... ha ha ha) It's going to be so fun to drive across the country with Bandit and my parents. It's a 24 hour drive, and we were a bit worried about taking Bandit that far in the car. But after watching him this past week, there's simply no way we could leave him behind. He needs his Mama!! He's such a silly bright spot in our lives. We're so happy and lucky to have him.
Well, I hope everyone out there in cyber land is well. :) Until next time!
Saturday, January 9, 2010
Kitty kitty kitty...
So, funny thing happened this morning. Jason and I woke up to this annoying "meow, moew, moew, moew, moew...." Jason took Bandit out for a walk and they saw a cat sitting on the sidewalk outside our building. I didn't think much of it, because I was running late and trying to get out the door to work as soon as possible. I was on my way to the car when the cat came right up to me and rubbed against my leg. I said, "Hey kitty, kitty... do you have a coller, baby?" No, of course not. No coller. I said, "Well, good luck, kitty." and headed to my car. The cat followed my every foot step and the second I opened my car door, he (if he WAS a he...)hopped right in. So I thought, well I'll turn on my engine and that will scare him out. I turned the key and before I even had a moment to think the cat jumped down on the floor where my heater was blowing and WOULD NOT move. I figured the poor thing was cold, of course, it's freezing outside. But what to do with the cat in my car? So I called Animal Control. They were closed. They only come out for strays Monday through Friday. Go figure. I ended up bringing him into my apartment and putting him in Bandit's big wired kenel. Jason contacted our apartment office, they don't have a list of pets on property. Again, go figure. You think they'd keep that information somewhere in a decent format... No. So it came down to let him go, or keep him until Monday for Animal Control. Jason and I talked it over, fed him some tuna, and decided that we're not really doing him a favor by keeping him all weekend. Animal Control is just going to put him down once they get him. So we let him sleep for an hour or so, and sent him on is way! Bye Bye kitty! It was such an interesting morning. I was a half hour late for work. Just crazy. Moral of the story-- Never talk to cats.
On another note, Jason and I had our six month anniversary on the 8th. He took me to a fantastic steak dinner at Timbermine. It was so fun to talk about what we remembered from our wedding and how the last six months have gone. It was so romantic. Happy Anniversary, my love!!
On another note, Jason and I had our six month anniversary on the 8th. He took me to a fantastic steak dinner at Timbermine. It was so fun to talk about what we remembered from our wedding and how the last six months have gone. It was so romantic. Happy Anniversary, my love!!
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Happy New Year!!
We made it! 2009 is over! What a fun year it's been. So much as happened... and yet we get to start over with new goals and new memories.
The holidays went so well for our little family. Our first Christmas and New Years together was so wonderful. Christmas morning we stayed home and opened presents just the three of us. Jason and I got some small things from each other, then some amazing things from our families. My parents got us a wii and Jason's parents got us a headboard for our bed that matched our other furniture. We went to visit the families and thank them. After that James and my sister Wendi treated Jason and I to a Christmas movie. The theater was packed, and even though we came a half hour early to get tickets they were sold out. We bought tickets for the next showing and began waiting in line. We were the third group into the theater and got awesome seats right in the center. We saw Sherlock Holmes. Jason and I really enjoyed it, but James and Wendi didn't as much. I guess it ruined the books. I'd never read them, so I thought the movie itself was great. It was a great and busy Christmas.
Then of course New Years was right around the corner. Jason and I went to his family's fondue party on New Years Eve. They always do an awesome meal that's really fun. They have fondue pots that are filled with oil and then you cook your own meat. Then everyone plays games and laughs. We stayed there until I was so tired I couldn't see straight. Then we went to my family to say a quick hello. They had fireworks and silly string all over once midnight hit! It was way fun. Then Jason and I headed home to our little apartment to catch some snoozing until it was time to get up and party some more. This year for New Years Day we decided to do another movie. We invited my Mom and Dad, which turned out really fun. We skipped out on the Layton crowd and went to see Avatar in IMAX 3d at Jordan Commons. We went to the first showing at 11:30am, but it was still completely sold out! Good thing I remembered to pick up tickets the night before! We were on the 2nd row, but it wasn't too bad. I still felt like we had awesome seats. The movie had some awesome graphics and a good story. It was worth seeing. After the movie we went to Chuck a Ramma and ate some lunch. It was fun to eat everything we wanted and talk about the movie. Nice and relaxed kind of holiday.
Jason and I were able to talk about some goals we have and set some new ones for 2010. We decided to read our scriptures and pray every night together. That was one we've worked on since we got married, but it's nice to continue pushing the small things. Next was of course supporting Jason in joining the military. He's decided to sign on to the marines as soon as he can make weight. He's already lost 20-30 pounds, but he needs to continue pressing on. If he keeps loosing as much as he is, he'll be ready to sign on in the first week of April. Our lease ends the end of April, so that's cutting it kinda close. But he's hoping to kick it up (even more) and make weight by the first of March. Lots of work to be done! We've also decided to get out of debt, including the $13000.00 I still owe on my car, and start saving for a house. We've decided to wait to have children until we can be in a more stable living situation- house and income to support it. Jason and I also want to travel a bit before starting up the family. Since he's joining the military that won't be an issue at all! Marines are all based on the coasts. So we couldn't stay here very long, anyway. Other than that, we hope to be able to get our educations back up and running. Jason's still doing a few online classes, but my financial aid was cut until I can pass two classes on my own dollar. Which I can't do at this point. The military has some awesome programs to help pay for education, so hopefully that will help. Lots of goals to be working on. :)
(Megan did this awesome thing on her blog where she listed some things from 2009 that had happened. I thought it was such a good idea I wanted to do one, too!) 2009 was a great year- We had some big things happen including...
* We got married, of course! July 8th. Our 6 month anniversary is this Friday.
* We said farewell to our sweet Lady puppy that passed away July 23. We buried her in Keri's backyard and cried a lot. She will certainly be missed. She was a special member of our family for many years.
* We sent Trenton out on a mission to Cape Verde Africa in January. He's nearly half way through now!
* Tyler went through basic training for the National Guard and made it out alive!
* Dallin hit his one year mark for his mission this year in May. He's serving in Korea. He'll be home in 5 months.
* Jason and I both went through a semester of school at Weber.
* Jason insists that I put that I started to play World of Warcraft on here. Guess it was a big event for him.
* This is the first year since I graduated from high school that I've only worked one place. America First.
* Daddy got a new puppy, Daisi, that certainly keeps us all on our toes.
* I changed jobs from tellering to member service. I also got a pay raise for the move.
* We had Crystal and Jeff visit us for a few weeks in the summer. It was so wonderful to see them!
* We finally got a wii!
Hooray! We're looking forward to a great year in 2010. Thanks to everyone for being such wonderful friends and family! We couldn't have made this past year such a good one without you!
The holidays went so well for our little family. Our first Christmas and New Years together was so wonderful. Christmas morning we stayed home and opened presents just the three of us. Jason and I got some small things from each other, then some amazing things from our families. My parents got us a wii and Jason's parents got us a headboard for our bed that matched our other furniture. We went to visit the families and thank them. After that James and my sister Wendi treated Jason and I to a Christmas movie. The theater was packed, and even though we came a half hour early to get tickets they were sold out. We bought tickets for the next showing and began waiting in line. We were the third group into the theater and got awesome seats right in the center. We saw Sherlock Holmes. Jason and I really enjoyed it, but James and Wendi didn't as much. I guess it ruined the books. I'd never read them, so I thought the movie itself was great. It was a great and busy Christmas.
Then of course New Years was right around the corner. Jason and I went to his family's fondue party on New Years Eve. They always do an awesome meal that's really fun. They have fondue pots that are filled with oil and then you cook your own meat. Then everyone plays games and laughs. We stayed there until I was so tired I couldn't see straight. Then we went to my family to say a quick hello. They had fireworks and silly string all over once midnight hit! It was way fun. Then Jason and I headed home to our little apartment to catch some snoozing until it was time to get up and party some more. This year for New Years Day we decided to do another movie. We invited my Mom and Dad, which turned out really fun. We skipped out on the Layton crowd and went to see Avatar in IMAX 3d at Jordan Commons. We went to the first showing at 11:30am, but it was still completely sold out! Good thing I remembered to pick up tickets the night before! We were on the 2nd row, but it wasn't too bad. I still felt like we had awesome seats. The movie had some awesome graphics and a good story. It was worth seeing. After the movie we went to Chuck a Ramma and ate some lunch. It was fun to eat everything we wanted and talk about the movie. Nice and relaxed kind of holiday.
Jason and I were able to talk about some goals we have and set some new ones for 2010. We decided to read our scriptures and pray every night together. That was one we've worked on since we got married, but it's nice to continue pushing the small things. Next was of course supporting Jason in joining the military. He's decided to sign on to the marines as soon as he can make weight. He's already lost 20-30 pounds, but he needs to continue pressing on. If he keeps loosing as much as he is, he'll be ready to sign on in the first week of April. Our lease ends the end of April, so that's cutting it kinda close. But he's hoping to kick it up (even more) and make weight by the first of March. Lots of work to be done! We've also decided to get out of debt, including the $13000.00 I still owe on my car, and start saving for a house. We've decided to wait to have children until we can be in a more stable living situation- house and income to support it. Jason and I also want to travel a bit before starting up the family. Since he's joining the military that won't be an issue at all! Marines are all based on the coasts. So we couldn't stay here very long, anyway. Other than that, we hope to be able to get our educations back up and running. Jason's still doing a few online classes, but my financial aid was cut until I can pass two classes on my own dollar. Which I can't do at this point. The military has some awesome programs to help pay for education, so hopefully that will help. Lots of goals to be working on. :)
(Megan did this awesome thing on her blog where she listed some things from 2009 that had happened. I thought it was such a good idea I wanted to do one, too!) 2009 was a great year- We had some big things happen including...
* We got married, of course! July 8th. Our 6 month anniversary is this Friday.
* We said farewell to our sweet Lady puppy that passed away July 23. We buried her in Keri's backyard and cried a lot. She will certainly be missed. She was a special member of our family for many years.
* We sent Trenton out on a mission to Cape Verde Africa in January. He's nearly half way through now!
* Tyler went through basic training for the National Guard and made it out alive!
* Dallin hit his one year mark for his mission this year in May. He's serving in Korea. He'll be home in 5 months.
* Jason and I both went through a semester of school at Weber.
* Jason insists that I put that I started to play World of Warcraft on here. Guess it was a big event for him.
* This is the first year since I graduated from high school that I've only worked one place. America First.
* Daddy got a new puppy, Daisi, that certainly keeps us all on our toes.
* I changed jobs from tellering to member service. I also got a pay raise for the move.
* We had Crystal and Jeff visit us for a few weeks in the summer. It was so wonderful to see them!
* We finally got a wii!
Hooray! We're looking forward to a great year in 2010. Thanks to everyone for being such wonderful friends and family! We couldn't have made this past year such a good one without you!
Monday, December 21, 2009
Well, the good news is...
I wasn't sick for my birthday this year. That's a first. The bad news you ask? Being sick for Christmas! For the past few days I've had this tickle in the back of my throat. It made my voice sounds kinda funny in the mornings, but I was okay after I showered and got ready. This morning, though-- it never got better. I woke up with my eyes glued shut with goobers, my nose running and my voice completely hoarse. I DID go to work. I totally thought about calling in, but Jason convinced me it was worth a shot to go and try it out. I went, took an hour and a half worth of calls,then asked to go home. My voice and throat got worse and worse the more I forced it to talk. I came home to my wonderful husband, who brought me cafe rio and heated corn bags for me every hour. He was so good. Though I wasn't awake through most of it- I was just so wiped out I slept a lot of the day. Joy, joy.
Isn't it funny that when you feel the worst is when you have the most things to do? Tomorrow we're going out with Jason's family to dinner and to see Princess and the Frog. I was so looking forward to seeing it! I hope we can still go!!
At least I have most of my gifts wrapped and ready. Our first Christmas married! I can hardly believe it! Our tree is up and so cute (and so crowded in our tiny apartment)! We have a few little presents, nothing huge, but it's kinda nice to have a little something.
Our Bandit puppy got spoiled the most, I think! Funny how that works, uh? Our silly puppy has a cute little gray spot in the very middle of his back that's coming in darker and darker every day. Soon enough He'll have another spot! It seems like as he gets older he gets more spots! Now when we get him wet for his tubs he looks more like a Pongo than a Bandit! Ha ha ha!
Well, Merry Christmas everyone! I hope the week goes well for you and yours.
Isn't it funny that when you feel the worst is when you have the most things to do? Tomorrow we're going out with Jason's family to dinner and to see Princess and the Frog. I was so looking forward to seeing it! I hope we can still go!!
At least I have most of my gifts wrapped and ready. Our first Christmas married! I can hardly believe it! Our tree is up and so cute (and so crowded in our tiny apartment)! We have a few little presents, nothing huge, but it's kinda nice to have a little something.
Our Bandit puppy got spoiled the most, I think! Funny how that works, uh? Our silly puppy has a cute little gray spot in the very middle of his back that's coming in darker and darker every day. Soon enough He'll have another spot! It seems like as he gets older he gets more spots! Now when we get him wet for his tubs he looks more like a Pongo than a Bandit! Ha ha ha!
Well, Merry Christmas everyone! I hope the week goes well for you and yours.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
One year older and wiser, too...
Happy Birthday, to you! (My sweet and wonderful Jason, that is!) We had such a fun time! We got to have a party with Jason's family the day before he's actual birthday. We ate cake and shared stories. Jason got a new Cabella's jacket and lots of money! Okay, lots to me, anyway! It was fun to see and talk with everyone. Then I took off the day of his birthday so we could party just the two of us. He got to sleep in (the lucky duck!) but I had a final... or at least, so I thought! When I got there I found out they had moved it to Wednesday morning. So home again, home again lickedy split! I made Jason a bowl of cereal and brought it to him in bed. He laughed and laughed that I couldn't even make breakfast! But who can say no to cereal?? C'mon now, I know what pleases! After that we played some video games and got ready for the day. Nice and relaxed. Then we went to sell back our school books-- happy finals week!! We spent about 500.00 and got a little under 200.00 back. Whatever. It's nice to have a little bit! We went out to Olive Garden for lunch, because they have such WONDERFUL soup, salad and bread sticks! We got to just laugh and talk. Afterwards I even got Jason to do a bit of Christmas shopping with me! But after all that it was time to relax again. We need to have lots of time to relax, I decided!! So we rented a red box movie and chilled at home on the couch for a bit. Once our tummies started growling we got in touch with my parents and decided to go out to Dragon Hill. Yummy yummy Chinese food!! My sister Wendi even came, too. We all had fun trying to figure out how they got a carrot into the shape of a flower! My parents gave Jason a new Star Trek ornament for our tree! (Except... it doesn't really match my theme... maybe he'll have to get his own tree next year!) Since we're such night owls, after dinner we rented another red box and watched that until early morning hours. Such a great day!
It feels like we have so much to celebrate this time of year, Christmas and the joy that comes with it- birthdays and New Years to set new goals for ourselves. So much happiness.
Speaking of happiness... Jason and I have been married five months today. I can't even believe it! Sometimes it feels like we've just always been married. But then others I still wake up next to him and think, "When did I ever get so lucky?" It's fun to think this is the time of year I wanted to get married-- sometime before Christmas in December. Everything seems so much prettier with the lights and snow. And here I am, able to enjoy it with my honey! :) Ahhh....
It feels like we have so much to celebrate this time of year, Christmas and the joy that comes with it- birthdays and New Years to set new goals for ourselves. So much happiness.
Speaking of happiness... Jason and I have been married five months today. I can't even believe it! Sometimes it feels like we've just always been married. But then others I still wake up next to him and think, "When did I ever get so lucky?" It's fun to think this is the time of year I wanted to get married-- sometime before Christmas in December. Everything seems so much prettier with the lights and snow. And here I am, able to enjoy it with my honey! :) Ahhh....
Friday, November 27, 2009
Thanksgiving... with goals in mind
What a Thanksgiving! Jason and I had such a wonderful day, our first Thanksgiving has husband and wife!! We decided to spend odd numbered years at my family and even numbered years at his- so, 2009 was my family! We went up to Logan to my sisters house and had a great time. The food was wonderful (espesially the ham!) and the company was even better. Everyone watched the National Dog Show before dinner, commenting on how cute all the puppies were. Then there was lots of fun games to play after dinner. My Dad had all of his children play bingo to win corn bags for thier families. Jason and I won 6! They will certainly come in handy since we're trying to not turn on our heat yet! (saving that money!!) We also got to play "Ticket to Ride" and sing along with the Beatles on wii. It was a fun and long day.
It was also nice to just sit and talk to Jason on the hour drive home. We've been talking a lot about how to get him a job. No one seems to be hiring, and even when they are, Jason is "unquailified". But we'll need two paychecks coming in once our lease ends on our apartment, or we're going to be dead in the water. Jason's been taking a serious look at joining the military. We talked a lot about that. It would certainly help us with lots of benefits (including free college and a great paycheck), but at the cost of Jason being away for months at a time. But I think it will be worth it. The question then becomes, how to get him to the weight limit so he can enlist? We've been looking at gyms and diets. It's certainly going to be a challenge, but one that will pay off in the end.
Once we got home I decided I didn't want to just sit there, so I decided to sit at a movie theatre! Jason (graciously) allowed us to go see 'New Moon', since he ditched me the last weekend! His little brother just 'happened' to throw a party on the same night I had tickets. So he went to his party and I took my sister to 'New Moon'. That was fun, but it was still certainly something I wanted to share with my honey. We sat on the very front row, which wasn't too bad. I actually liked it.
I have so much to be grateful for, and this Thanksgiving has thrown that all into perspective. It's always good to count your blessings and rememeber the things we easily take for granted.
Now, bring on Christmas!!
It was also nice to just sit and talk to Jason on the hour drive home. We've been talking a lot about how to get him a job. No one seems to be hiring, and even when they are, Jason is "unquailified". But we'll need two paychecks coming in once our lease ends on our apartment, or we're going to be dead in the water. Jason's been taking a serious look at joining the military. We talked a lot about that. It would certainly help us with lots of benefits (including free college and a great paycheck), but at the cost of Jason being away for months at a time. But I think it will be worth it. The question then becomes, how to get him to the weight limit so he can enlist? We've been looking at gyms and diets. It's certainly going to be a challenge, but one that will pay off in the end.
Once we got home I decided I didn't want to just sit there, so I decided to sit at a movie theatre! Jason (graciously) allowed us to go see 'New Moon', since he ditched me the last weekend! His little brother just 'happened' to throw a party on the same night I had tickets. So he went to his party and I took my sister to 'New Moon'. That was fun, but it was still certainly something I wanted to share with my honey. We sat on the very front row, which wasn't too bad. I actually liked it.
I have so much to be grateful for, and this Thanksgiving has thrown that all into perspective. It's always good to count your blessings and rememeber the things we easily take for granted.
Now, bring on Christmas!!
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Happy Birthday!
to me, that is!
Yup, Bonni is officially 22 years old now. Amazing how the time flies, considering I feel like I just graduated from high school! Ha!
It was a great birth-week. We celebrated the entire time. On Sunday (the 8th, my actual birthday) I got tons of birthday wishes on facebook and a "happy birthday" every half hour from my husband. Jason and I went to church in the morning. It was a wonderful gift to have a new ward, since this is the first time Jason and I have stayed for the entire block since we moved in! Everyone was really nice. I got to introduce myself in Relief Society and we even said hi to the bishop. After church it was time for a quick nap. Then over to my sisters for an early Thanksgiving dinner. That was so much fun. It made me truly realize how lucky I am to have the greatest family ever. Everyone came, there was some great food, some good jokes and some silly pictures.
On Wednesday I had a paid holiday for Veterans Day. My sisters and I all went out to Texas Roadhouse for dinner! It was so much fun to be with all the girls! I got some new Mary Kay stuff, the Richard Paul Evans book for this year, and New Moon tickets!! They know me so well. I love my sisters. :)
Then Saturday I took some time off to spend with Jason's side of the family. They took us out for a play at Hale called 'Curtains'. It was a fun mystery and it had a lot of really good jokes for anyone that's been in theater. So funny! We enjoyed a yummy dinner at Sweet Tomatoes. It was fun to visit with everyone. Then afterward Jason and I hit the town until 8pm when we went to a concert. (Jason's birthday gift) We saw the Utah Symphony perform in "Bravo Broadway". They brought in singers from Broadway to sing the parts and the symphony was of course, amazing! It was a wonderful date night out with my honey!
So a nice long week. I've been feeling better about everything going on. Sometimes we just have to live through those rough spots! School is getting better- I'm working my tail off to make sure I pass. I've decided that's all I need to ask of my education- to pass. Trying to finish up the semester on a strong note. Everything is going well. :)
I've been considering buying myself a camera for a birthday/Christmas gift to myself. Jason and I have put up our tree and I've had so many fun things happen the last few weeks-- I want to take pictures! Bandit is so cute in his little winter sweater... all those kinds of things. If only I could find one I wanted...
Yup, Bonni is officially 22 years old now. Amazing how the time flies, considering I feel like I just graduated from high school! Ha!
It was a great birth-week. We celebrated the entire time. On Sunday (the 8th, my actual birthday) I got tons of birthday wishes on facebook and a "happy birthday" every half hour from my husband. Jason and I went to church in the morning. It was a wonderful gift to have a new ward, since this is the first time Jason and I have stayed for the entire block since we moved in! Everyone was really nice. I got to introduce myself in Relief Society and we even said hi to the bishop. After church it was time for a quick nap. Then over to my sisters for an early Thanksgiving dinner. That was so much fun. It made me truly realize how lucky I am to have the greatest family ever. Everyone came, there was some great food, some good jokes and some silly pictures.
On Wednesday I had a paid holiday for Veterans Day. My sisters and I all went out to Texas Roadhouse for dinner! It was so much fun to be with all the girls! I got some new Mary Kay stuff, the Richard Paul Evans book for this year, and New Moon tickets!! They know me so well. I love my sisters. :)
Then Saturday I took some time off to spend with Jason's side of the family. They took us out for a play at Hale called 'Curtains'. It was a fun mystery and it had a lot of really good jokes for anyone that's been in theater. So funny! We enjoyed a yummy dinner at Sweet Tomatoes. It was fun to visit with everyone. Then afterward Jason and I hit the town until 8pm when we went to a concert. (Jason's birthday gift) We saw the Utah Symphony perform in "Bravo Broadway". They brought in singers from Broadway to sing the parts and the symphony was of course, amazing! It was a wonderful date night out with my honey!
So a nice long week. I've been feeling better about everything going on. Sometimes we just have to live through those rough spots! School is getting better- I'm working my tail off to make sure I pass. I've decided that's all I need to ask of my education- to pass. Trying to finish up the semester on a strong note. Everything is going well. :)
I've been considering buying myself a camera for a birthday/Christmas gift to myself. Jason and I have put up our tree and I've had so many fun things happen the last few weeks-- I want to take pictures! Bandit is so cute in his little winter sweater... all those kinds of things. If only I could find one I wanted...
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Difficulties
*sigh*... Where to begin?
Everything is seeming so stressful and overwhelming. But I can't pin point why. I'm just barely getting back my willingness to do school. (Thank you everyone that commented, btw. All the support certainly helps!) It still isn't easy to do, though. I haven't been as excited about work as I once was, though I was just awarded "Employee of the Month" yesterday. Even my family life is a bit, depressed. Nothing with Jason, if anything he has been my saving grace the last few days. But my birthday is coming up this weekend and trying to plan anything with my family has been stressful.
I've been kinda wanting to make the beaded watch bands that I've seen around. I've made them before at a work shop where the lady had everything and we just paid her for whatever we used. It was way fun, but to make three bands I spent over 80.00. It was a bit pricey. So for my birthday my sister wanted us to buy our own stuff and make them. So this week I went shopping. I took Amanda (Jason's little sister) with me. She likes crafty things and she wants to learn how to make the watch bands, too. I've been trying to build a relationship with her since I married Jason. She only has brothers in her family and she kinda needs a "girl outlet". I remember when I was younger what a relief my sisters were to me. I want to be that for Amanda. So we went out. She didn't have any money, of course, I never had any when I was in high school, either. I told her I would pay. Beads can't really be that much, right? Not. By the time I bought everything we needed, the beads she picked and the beads I picked, it was over 100.00. Holy crap. I had the money, so I went ahead and bought them. Then I went home and cried. Jason and I hardly ever get extra money and I know how stressed he can be about what I spend. I was lucky to have an extra paycheck in October to have a bit left over, but this certainly wasn't what I wanted to spend it all on. Jason actually shocked me by being completely fine with it. He said, "I just want you happy, Bonni." But the whole thing has still put me on edge. Now I'm not even so sure it's worth it to have them. I took back some of the beads I picked out today. I don't dare take back any of Amanda's things. I did tell her I would pay for them. I just didn't expect it to be so much.
So there's that. But it's everything else, too. Not just one situation. Everything is just piling on, piling on, and piling on. I feel buried alive.
Jason and I talked a bit today about it. Jason repeated his famous line, "I just want you happy." But followed it with, "what WOULD make you happy, Bonni? What is it that's wrong?". And that right there is just the point. Nothings wrong. I'm happily married, Jason has been more than wonderful to me. I have everything I need and a little extra. I'm going to school, working... I should be fine. I'm not feeling very pretty at the moment- I actually GAINED weight for my first week on weight watchers which totally shot my motivation there, and I've been wanting to get my hair done for a while. I've been feeling a bit frumpy. But that shouldn't been effecting me like this, should it?
I don't know. I want Cafe Rio. Comfort food. Seems like it's the only thing that helps. Even at that it helps for... a day? Maybe? And the clouds come rolling back.
What's wrong with me?!
Everything is seeming so stressful and overwhelming. But I can't pin point why. I'm just barely getting back my willingness to do school. (Thank you everyone that commented, btw. All the support certainly helps!) It still isn't easy to do, though. I haven't been as excited about work as I once was, though I was just awarded "Employee of the Month" yesterday. Even my family life is a bit, depressed. Nothing with Jason, if anything he has been my saving grace the last few days. But my birthday is coming up this weekend and trying to plan anything with my family has been stressful.
I've been kinda wanting to make the beaded watch bands that I've seen around. I've made them before at a work shop where the lady had everything and we just paid her for whatever we used. It was way fun, but to make three bands I spent over 80.00. It was a bit pricey. So for my birthday my sister wanted us to buy our own stuff and make them. So this week I went shopping. I took Amanda (Jason's little sister) with me. She likes crafty things and she wants to learn how to make the watch bands, too. I've been trying to build a relationship with her since I married Jason. She only has brothers in her family and she kinda needs a "girl outlet". I remember when I was younger what a relief my sisters were to me. I want to be that for Amanda. So we went out. She didn't have any money, of course, I never had any when I was in high school, either. I told her I would pay. Beads can't really be that much, right? Not. By the time I bought everything we needed, the beads she picked and the beads I picked, it was over 100.00. Holy crap. I had the money, so I went ahead and bought them. Then I went home and cried. Jason and I hardly ever get extra money and I know how stressed he can be about what I spend. I was lucky to have an extra paycheck in October to have a bit left over, but this certainly wasn't what I wanted to spend it all on. Jason actually shocked me by being completely fine with it. He said, "I just want you happy, Bonni." But the whole thing has still put me on edge. Now I'm not even so sure it's worth it to have them. I took back some of the beads I picked out today. I don't dare take back any of Amanda's things. I did tell her I would pay for them. I just didn't expect it to be so much.
So there's that. But it's everything else, too. Not just one situation. Everything is just piling on, piling on, and piling on. I feel buried alive.
Jason and I talked a bit today about it. Jason repeated his famous line, "I just want you happy." But followed it with, "what WOULD make you happy, Bonni? What is it that's wrong?". And that right there is just the point. Nothings wrong. I'm happily married, Jason has been more than wonderful to me. I have everything I need and a little extra. I'm going to school, working... I should be fine. I'm not feeling very pretty at the moment- I actually GAINED weight for my first week on weight watchers which totally shot my motivation there, and I've been wanting to get my hair done for a while. I've been feeling a bit frumpy. But that shouldn't been effecting me like this, should it?
I don't know. I want Cafe Rio. Comfort food. Seems like it's the only thing that helps. Even at that it helps for... a day? Maybe? And the clouds come rolling back.
What's wrong with me?!
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
I'm in my thinking spot.
think, think, think...
So much to think about with this crazy life I run. Jason and I have both been having some trouble staying modivated with school. I've been thinking about what the point of it all is, and to be honest I'm not so sure. Yeah, yeah, school is good and grand and pointless unless you're going to USE the degree you earn. I've been thinking about it- By the time I finish a degree in four to five years, Jason and I are going to want to start a family if we haven't already. So I won't be able to jump into the workforce. Since Jason and I were both latch-key children, we've decided that our children WON'T be that way. I would stay home if we had a baby. For quite a while, needless to say. So after all that time my knowledge in the field will be outdated, and there won't really be a place for me, if I decide to go back to work. So point of school being?... That I could support us in the case that Jason can't? True. But am I not doing that already, without the hassel of more schooling? I could be making more, sure. But this is only a worse case situation with me in work at all.
It just seems so frustrating when I have to be a full time student, truly focused on school, AND a full time employee, truly focused on my 40 hour a week job. Not to mention, wife.
So why am I doing this again?
What is it I'm trying to accomplish?
What is it I'm really wanting?
Sometimes I feel like my schooling is just to please others. My sisters, that never finished school until after they had children. My parents, Jason's parents. Everyone else in the world. But none of THEM have to do what I am. None of them have to figure out how to function all day 6 days a week at work AND school. But boy do they want me to!
It's just so much to do. So much to think about.
I don't mind going to school, or having a degree. But what I really want is a family. A chance to be at home with my children. Of course we can't start a family until Jason can support us fully on his own, which would likely require a degree. Fine. So I have some time. No worries. I'm happy to work on my PHT (Putting Hubby Through) and work. But where does me going to school fit in other than to make my life insane?
So much to think about with this crazy life I run. Jason and I have both been having some trouble staying modivated with school. I've been thinking about what the point of it all is, and to be honest I'm not so sure. Yeah, yeah, school is good and grand and pointless unless you're going to USE the degree you earn. I've been thinking about it- By the time I finish a degree in four to five years, Jason and I are going to want to start a family if we haven't already. So I won't be able to jump into the workforce. Since Jason and I were both latch-key children, we've decided that our children WON'T be that way. I would stay home if we had a baby. For quite a while, needless to say. So after all that time my knowledge in the field will be outdated, and there won't really be a place for me, if I decide to go back to work. So point of school being?... That I could support us in the case that Jason can't? True. But am I not doing that already, without the hassel of more schooling? I could be making more, sure. But this is only a worse case situation with me in work at all.
It just seems so frustrating when I have to be a full time student, truly focused on school, AND a full time employee, truly focused on my 40 hour a week job. Not to mention, wife.
So why am I doing this again?
What is it I'm trying to accomplish?
What is it I'm really wanting?
Sometimes I feel like my schooling is just to please others. My sisters, that never finished school until after they had children. My parents, Jason's parents. Everyone else in the world. But none of THEM have to do what I am. None of them have to figure out how to function all day 6 days a week at work AND school. But boy do they want me to!
It's just so much to do. So much to think about.
I don't mind going to school, or having a degree. But what I really want is a family. A chance to be at home with my children. Of course we can't start a family until Jason can support us fully on his own, which would likely require a degree. Fine. So I have some time. No worries. I'm happy to work on my PHT (Putting Hubby Through) and work. But where does me going to school fit in other than to make my life insane?
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Saturday, October 24, 2009
The best part of Halloween is...
knowing Christmas is just around the corner! I least I think it is, anyway. Halloween has never been my favorite holiday. I hate being scared. Why would anyone want to celebrate a negative feeling like fear? Then there's always the hassle of "what should I dress up as?" "Where am I going to get the money to pay for candy for all the kids that come knocking on my door?" It's beyond me. But people still do it. Every year. October 31st rolls around and everyone goes nuts. Just like the people at my work. They do something called "spooking" where we draw names and decorate each others desks with spider webs and candy. I decided to go with it. How bad could it be? When I went shopping for the decor, I found out! I really HATE Halloween. I found nothing worth buying-- nothing I wanted to put on someone elses desk. I bought their favorite candies and decided to take a stand. Instead of buying all the blood stained junk on the shelves I went home and dug out my 6 or 7 boxes labeled "Christmas". I found some red ornaments, some shiny ribbon, a pretty wreath, and other cute snowy, cheerful knickknacks that I wouldn't be too devastated to loose. I made my co-worker a sign to put on her computer monitor, "The best part of Halloween is knowing Christmas is just around the corner!" and cut out snowflakes and hung them from the ceiling. Everyone that saw it had an opinion. I didn't really care. I thought it was cute. At least she can say her desk didn't look like anyone else's!
It feels like so much has happened since I wrote last and yet I don't feel like I have much to write about! That tells you how boring I am. :P
My Mom and Dad are out of town this week and our lives already seem a bit quieter... except that they left their puppy with us! We love little Daisi. She has been having a lovely time playing with my Bandit and putting toys everywhere. She likes to get up early (because my Dad does), and that's been a much better alarm then any others I've ever had! It's been way fun watching two puppies! We took her to the Syracuse Nature Park yesterday and let her chase all the birds. She thought that was the best game! "Live action" toys never get boring to a little puppy! Maybe we should all take some advice from that and remember how great everything is, even when everything sucks!
My sister, Wendi, is so amazing. I've been really wanting to loose some weight and improve myself lately. I've been steadily putting on more and more until now-- I can barely fit into anything I own. Even my "fat" clothes! I've had enough. Time for a change. I've been looking into this plan and that plan, and trying everything. I'm sick of things that don't work. My mother in law is on Weight Watchers. She's lost over 70 pounds! I seen several people succeed on it, and I knew that's what I wanted to try. My mom looked into it, as did Wendi and her husband James. It's 40 dollars a month, which was a bit pricey for a poor newly wed like myself. So Wendi offered to get it for me as a birthday gift. I was so excited!! Since I started I've dropped 3 pounds and I'm more and more aware of everything I put in my mouth. I'm amazed at how unhealthy my habits have become. Hopefully this will be a good way to change those habits, to change my life for good. What's even better is that everyone else is on it with me!! Mom, James, Wendi and of course, Jason's mom! My Dad is doing something similar, which is way cool. It's so fun to say, "Hey, how are you doing on your points today?" :) Support is always so great! Next we're looking into work out programs. I really struggle working out in the winter. It's always so cold when you get up early, or try to do anything outside! My sister is considering doing lap swimming early in the morning. I think that sounds nice and warm- not to mention a full body workout!! Maybe Jason would be willing to come with me! He likes to swim. We'll see how that goes, and if I can fit it in with work and school both full time!
Jason and I had some fun this past week for "fall break". Weber didn't have classes for a Friday, and Jason and I get three paychecks this month-- all of these facts put together gave me a wave of revelation on Thursday night after work. I bought a lovely "wifey outfit" and kidnapped my husband! I told him I had a surprise for him and drove to Maverick. I picked up a half a tank of gas and a men's travel kit (since I "forgot to mention" we were staying over night somewhere...) with a toothbrush and shampoo. Then I took a very round about way to the Alaskan Inn. They gave me a great deal on a room since I didn't book it until 9pm! Jason was shocked... but pleased I think. It was so nice to just "get away" and not stress over anything for a few hours. We stayed in the Northern Lights room and enjoyed a manly action movie together. It was difficult to get up the next morning and come back to the real world. Sometimes I think all the stress of our lives makes everything more difficult, including our relationship. I really try to not let it get too strained by doing some fun things like this. Two or three weeks ago I even covered Jason's computer desk in green sticky notes that said things like. "The force is strong with this one" and "Bonni + Jason = <3". It was fun.
Well, that's my story. Tonight Jason and I are going on a double date with his parents, so I've got to finish up my work day and get all prettied up!
It feels like so much has happened since I wrote last and yet I don't feel like I have much to write about! That tells you how boring I am. :P
My Mom and Dad are out of town this week and our lives already seem a bit quieter... except that they left their puppy with us! We love little Daisi. She has been having a lovely time playing with my Bandit and putting toys everywhere. She likes to get up early (because my Dad does), and that's been a much better alarm then any others I've ever had! It's been way fun watching two puppies! We took her to the Syracuse Nature Park yesterday and let her chase all the birds. She thought that was the best game! "Live action" toys never get boring to a little puppy! Maybe we should all take some advice from that and remember how great everything is, even when everything sucks!
My sister, Wendi, is so amazing. I've been really wanting to loose some weight and improve myself lately. I've been steadily putting on more and more until now-- I can barely fit into anything I own. Even my "fat" clothes! I've had enough. Time for a change. I've been looking into this plan and that plan, and trying everything. I'm sick of things that don't work. My mother in law is on Weight Watchers. She's lost over 70 pounds! I seen several people succeed on it, and I knew that's what I wanted to try. My mom looked into it, as did Wendi and her husband James. It's 40 dollars a month, which was a bit pricey for a poor newly wed like myself. So Wendi offered to get it for me as a birthday gift. I was so excited!! Since I started I've dropped 3 pounds and I'm more and more aware of everything I put in my mouth. I'm amazed at how unhealthy my habits have become. Hopefully this will be a good way to change those habits, to change my life for good. What's even better is that everyone else is on it with me!! Mom, James, Wendi and of course, Jason's mom! My Dad is doing something similar, which is way cool. It's so fun to say, "Hey, how are you doing on your points today?" :) Support is always so great! Next we're looking into work out programs. I really struggle working out in the winter. It's always so cold when you get up early, or try to do anything outside! My sister is considering doing lap swimming early in the morning. I think that sounds nice and warm- not to mention a full body workout!! Maybe Jason would be willing to come with me! He likes to swim. We'll see how that goes, and if I can fit it in with work and school both full time!
Jason and I had some fun this past week for "fall break". Weber didn't have classes for a Friday, and Jason and I get three paychecks this month-- all of these facts put together gave me a wave of revelation on Thursday night after work. I bought a lovely "wifey outfit" and kidnapped my husband! I told him I had a surprise for him and drove to Maverick. I picked up a half a tank of gas and a men's travel kit (since I "forgot to mention" we were staying over night somewhere...) with a toothbrush and shampoo. Then I took a very round about way to the Alaskan Inn. They gave me a great deal on a room since I didn't book it until 9pm! Jason was shocked... but pleased I think. It was so nice to just "get away" and not stress over anything for a few hours. We stayed in the Northern Lights room and enjoyed a manly action movie together. It was difficult to get up the next morning and come back to the real world. Sometimes I think all the stress of our lives makes everything more difficult, including our relationship. I really try to not let it get too strained by doing some fun things like this. Two or three weeks ago I even covered Jason's computer desk in green sticky notes that said things like. "The force is strong with this one" and "Bonni + Jason = <3". It was fun.
Well, that's my story. Tonight Jason and I are going on a double date with his parents, so I've got to finish up my work day and get all prettied up!
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Tuesdays... Or is it Tuesdaies?
Whats up, ya'll? Life is just so crazy now days, but totally worth it! Jason and I keep busy, schooling, working, dating with other couples, and playing full time with our puppy. It's amazing how much time has passed. On Thursday we will have been married for three months. It's going so fast! I'm not even going to see our anniversary coming before it hits me on the head! We ought to start planning something! We talked about going on a trip just the two of us, since we didn't really get to do that much for our honeymoon. But I guess we'll see how much money we can come up with!!
Jason convinced me to start up with World of Warcraft again. It's been a fun release. Something cheap that we can do together. And besides that, Jason loves it. He's so proud his wife is "nerdy". You should have heard him today talking to another guy, "My wife plays, too! It's so much fun to have her on. She's a night elf." Then on in gibberish that I still don't understand. But it's fun. He offered to try something new for me, too, but I wasn't sure what to have him do! I'm pretty standard when it comes to things I like... any good ideas?
Other than that, life goes on as usual. Jason had a down day when he got turned down by McDonalds this past week. They said he wasn't qualified-- whatever that means. He's been a bit sad. But I've been cheerful and supportive. I tried to explain to him that I don't mind supporting us for now and it won't always be this way. We're going to school and moving forward, even with one more year behind us we'll have more to offer than we do right this second. Things will get better. I'm sure of it.
Speaking of doing better, I got a 97 on one of my tests this past week! I was so excited, because I don't really have tons of time to prepare for tests with my schedule. So I'm always lucky to squeak by with a C+ or B. So, horray for the 97!! Hopefully that will be a trend that continues. I'm not sure exactly what made that test so much easier, but I'll need to figure it out for sure!
Also this last week Jason and I went on a double date with Scott, one of my friends from high school. It was so much fun, even though we only had enough money to buy some ice cream and cones at wal mart! We played Tripoly and Scene It at our apartment and just had a good time laughing. It's so fun to get together with others. I'm really hoping Jason and I can find a group in our new ward, or some friends that are married so we can do that kind of thing on a regular basis. Even if it's cheap. It's fun to be with other couples, I think!!
Then we had conference. It was so wonderful. My Mom was a part of the choir that sang for the RS session. She got us the BEST tickets! My sister Wendi, Cosette (Jason's mom) and Sherilyn (Jason's aunt) all came with me and supported Mom singing. It was so awesome to be there in person and feel the Spirit. I had to work for the Saturday sessions, but I loved the Sunday sessions. It's so amazing to live in a day in age where we can share those kinds of things all across the world without a second thought. I'm excited to get my nephew's (Trenton's) letter to find out what he thought of watching conference in Africa!!
Well another week ahead of us... Yet nothing excited. We DO happen to have three paychecks this month, though... that's always exciting... Hmmmmm....
Jason convinced me to start up with World of Warcraft again. It's been a fun release. Something cheap that we can do together. And besides that, Jason loves it. He's so proud his wife is "nerdy". You should have heard him today talking to another guy, "My wife plays, too! It's so much fun to have her on. She's a night elf." Then on in gibberish that I still don't understand. But it's fun. He offered to try something new for me, too, but I wasn't sure what to have him do! I'm pretty standard when it comes to things I like... any good ideas?
Other than that, life goes on as usual. Jason had a down day when he got turned down by McDonalds this past week. They said he wasn't qualified-- whatever that means. He's been a bit sad. But I've been cheerful and supportive. I tried to explain to him that I don't mind supporting us for now and it won't always be this way. We're going to school and moving forward, even with one more year behind us we'll have more to offer than we do right this second. Things will get better. I'm sure of it.
Speaking of doing better, I got a 97 on one of my tests this past week! I was so excited, because I don't really have tons of time to prepare for tests with my schedule. So I'm always lucky to squeak by with a C+ or B. So, horray for the 97!! Hopefully that will be a trend that continues. I'm not sure exactly what made that test so much easier, but I'll need to figure it out for sure!
Also this last week Jason and I went on a double date with Scott, one of my friends from high school. It was so much fun, even though we only had enough money to buy some ice cream and cones at wal mart! We played Tripoly and Scene It at our apartment and just had a good time laughing. It's so fun to get together with others. I'm really hoping Jason and I can find a group in our new ward, or some friends that are married so we can do that kind of thing on a regular basis. Even if it's cheap. It's fun to be with other couples, I think!!
Then we had conference. It was so wonderful. My Mom was a part of the choir that sang for the RS session. She got us the BEST tickets! My sister Wendi, Cosette (Jason's mom) and Sherilyn (Jason's aunt) all came with me and supported Mom singing. It was so awesome to be there in person and feel the Spirit. I had to work for the Saturday sessions, but I loved the Sunday sessions. It's so amazing to live in a day in age where we can share those kinds of things all across the world without a second thought. I'm excited to get my nephew's (Trenton's) letter to find out what he thought of watching conference in Africa!!
Well another week ahead of us... Yet nothing excited. We DO happen to have three paychecks this month, though... that's always exciting... Hmmmmm....
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Confidence
I have decided. I can do anything. My work recently offered me a 40 hour position instead of a 30. I wasn't sure if I should take it... seeing how stressful my life already is. Being married, working and going to school full time seemed so overwhelming to me. But once Jason and I looked at the very scary budget situation we have made for ourselves, I knew I may not have much of a choice. I considered dropping a few classes to supplement my schedule, but decided against it. I shouldn't have to loose sight of my goals for an education in order to fully support my family. It may not be comfortable, but it is possible. I can do it. I can do anything. ... Right?
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Day off?
Well, here it is... the day I was looking forward to all week. What a let down. It's been such a long and frustrating week. Starting school as been an exciting, stressful, and disorderly adventure. The first day I woke up with pink eye. On my way to my parents' house to get medicine, my tire blew. It was wonderful to have a husband take care of it while I sat in the car. Once we finally got the doughnut on and medicine for my eye, I called in sick to work. They were understanding, which certainly helped. The rest of the day, I napped. It sounds lovely, but it wasn't. My eye hurt all day, it made it difficult to lay comfortably and stop the pounding headache it caused. Tuesday was a bit better, I was able to attend class and work while wearing my glasses. Wednesday I wore my contacts and my eyes felt much better. Still, the day nearly killed me. Three classes in a row, then a full day at work was so overwhelming. I didn't have time to eat until nearly 6:30 that night. The whole day put me very much on edge. Stressed. Panicked. Why did I ever decide to go back to school and work, both full time?? I'm not sure. Thursday was less stressful, but I could hardly function due to the overwhelming pressure of Wednesday. It made me so tired. Friday was a bit better yet. Not as stressful, but still busy. At least I could function with hope of the weekend. But unfortunately it didn't deliver as I was hoping. Jason and I had planned to spend the day together at Lagoon. Time for fun and enjoyment, relaxation. We discussed it this morning and decided this week would not be the best to do that. We talked about replacing it with going to a movie instead. I've been dying to see "Time Travelers Wife", but Jason wouldn't hear of it. He ONLY wanted to see "Star Trek". Nothing else. So... that's what we did. It wasn't a bad movie, but I was in such a bad mood by the time we went to see it, it was hardly enjoyable. The junk food I thought would help me feel better just ended up making me sick. Everything just felt more and more frustrating as the day went on. So here we are, the end of my one day off... watching more Star Trek and waiting for the laundry to finish. At least Jason got what he wanted, I guess. But now I'm just dreading another overwhelmingly stressful week, without the recharge I was hoping to have in my favor. My school books have not all arrived in the mail, which even limits me in homework ability. Another stress on the pile. Falling behind would be a lovely start on my degree, wouldn't it? Agghhh!!
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