Marriage is not a noun; it's a verb. It isn't something you get. It's something you do. It's the way you love your partner every day. -Ann Landers



May 16, 2008

Newport Beach

At the end of April my parents took all of us on a family vacation. We went to Newport Beach California, and it was a blast! It was the first time that we had been on a vacation with both in-laws. So it was so fun! Jaclyn brought her friend Alyssa (aka Rachel's little sis...) She's such a cutie! We had so much fun, here are a few of my favorite things we did...



The day we left was my brother's birthday, Happy 23rd Wesley!!! We stopped in St. George for the night, and ate at the Pizza Factory...yummy!





Our first day there was spent hanging out at the pool. From the pool you could look out over the ocean, the weather was perfect...so we all worked on our tans. Andy was a great sport since this vacation was low key, he did amazing to just relax! We all got fried, so burned.





We made it to the Newport Temple, it is even more beautiful in person. Unfortunatly it was closed when we got there so all we could really do was look at it.



We also did a little shopping...we went to Fashion Island. It's this massive shopping center (kind of like Gateway, only 5 times the size.) There are so many stores, and resturants, it's amazing!!!



We made it to the beach, we jumped for joy, wrote in the sand, and caught a sand shark (not really a guy fishing off the Newport pier caught it...he just let Wesley hold the fish.) The beach was a little chilly, the water was freezing! But it was just what we needed, there's nothing a little sand and sunshine can't fix!









The last day we were there we took this boat ride around, and saw a lot of celebrity beach homes and a ton of Sea Lions...this is just a little video that I took on the boat. It's hysterical becuase all the sea lion sounds that you hear are NOT from the sea lions themselves. They are being made by all the people on the boat. It's really funny!



Thanks Dad and Mom for the wonderful vacation! It was one that we will never forget! We love you!

Newport Beach

May 14, 2008

Husband Tag

So I got tagged...yeah! Anytime I get to talk about my amazing husband I'm happy, so here we go!

How long have you been together?
It's been three years that we've known each other, and I've loved every mintue of it!
How long did you date?
We dated almost a year before we got married.
Who kissed who first?
That is still up for debat (according to him) I say that he kissed me...he's says that I kissed him...we both went 50%. Great minds think alike!
Who said I love you first?
Andy did, and I didn't say it back. I wanted to be sure before I said it...I think I told him like a week later or something. I didn't leave him hanging for long!
Who proposed?
Andy did, but it took me twenty minutes to say yes. I was still really shook up/scared/mad at the way he asked me...but it's hard to tell Andy "No."
Who eats more?
I usually do, sad I know. But he is starting to bulk up a bit and he eats more frequently than I do.
Who is taller?
Andy is, I hate being as tall as I am. Everytime I wear heels before we go out, I make him stand next to me as I look at our reflections in the mirror. I have to measure and make sure that I'm not taller than he is. He hates it, but does it anyway to make me happy.
Who is smarter?
That's a toss up, Andy is very smart with numbers (I call him Math-man) I am not. But sometimes I think that I have more common sense...(but that doesn't always mean a whole lot.)
Who is more sensitive?
I would have to say I am. I will dish it out, but I have a hard time taking it sometimes. I act tougher than I really am. Andy really is tough though (wink, wink)
Who does the laundry?
We both do, and it's great! I don't even have to ask him to, he just will do it.
Who cooks?
We both do, but I have to say he is a lot better at just throwing something yummy together. He's very creative when he cooks, but the meals usually turn out delicious.
Who drives when you are together?
We both do...he drives, and I tell him how to. (I'm working on that)
Who is more stubborn?
Unfortunatly that would be me. Andy is very forgiving, and understanding. He doesn't let things stop him or get him down. He is usually the first to say that he's sorry.
Who has more siblings?
He has twice as many as me. There are 8 kids in his family, and only 3 in mine. It's wonderful though becasuse I always wanted an older brother or sister...now I have both, and I love them!
Who is more daring?
Are you kidding? Andy is far more daring than I. Need to test something out, need to know if something is dangerous? Call Andy, he'll do whatever you ask him too, fear is not in his vocabulary. (Worry is in mine!) He does things that most people would think twice about, or at least once the whole way through...not him he's fearless...(or something like that.)
Extra stuff:
Andy has ants in his pants! He can't sit still for any length of time. It was a great accomplishment when we were able to make it through an entire movie in the same spot. He loves to be outdoors, he loves flying these big model air planes. He has a passion for construction, and building/fixing/or destroying things. He makes friends where ever we go, people are drawn to him. There are so many things that I love about him, he's so funny even when he's not trying to be. Andy I don't tell you enough, you're incredible!

I tag: Laura, Heidi, Steph, Tenille, Ash, and whoever else read all this stuff...





May 12, 2008

Which Disney Princess are you?

So my friend had this on her blog, it's kind of fun...this description is fits me perfectly!
If you try this, let me know who you end up being...



You Are Pocahantas!
Which Disney Princess Are You?


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Free-spirited and wise. You have a strong passionate spirit that touches and changes all who know you. The wisdom and common sense that you have is really what guides you through life. Even so, you also have a very playful side that loves adventure and excitement.



Try this and see if it works for you, just follow the link... Which Disney Princess Are You?
Travis- I can't wait to see which princess you are!

May 9, 2008

The best two years!!!

This weekend we will celebrate our 2nd anniversary. It has been an amazing two years, we have both grown and learned so much. Our wedding day was the funnest day of my life, and I would love to re-live it all again. Andy-you're the greatest, I could not have dreamed up a greater guy. I truely love you so much, and love our life together!