Bridal shower

3 WEEKS!!! My how time is flying!!! We had my bridal shower this past weekend and had so much fun! Thank you for coming everyone that was able to make it and to those who didn't you were greatly missed! We had a blast! We or I should say "I" played games for everyones entertainment at the beginning. The first game Nikki read a story about going on a honeymoon but I wasn't able to take any luggage with me so I had 5 minutes to put on everything I possible could to take with me on the trip. I was then blindfolded and had to quickly start grabbing and dressing myself with everything I could that was stuffed in the duffle bag. As you could see I think I had maybe 10 layers of clothing. HOT! The 2nd game I had to answer questions about Gary and for every answer I got wrong I had to stick bubble gum in my mouth. I think I only missed 3 or 4. YES, I know my man!!! The last game I had to hide out in another room while the volunteers were then wrapped in toilet paper. I came out blindfolded again and had to unwrap them. All the while someone was writing down every word I said and at the end they were read off as things I would be saying on my honeymoon night! Some were so funny! Good entertainment, right?!?!

After the games I opened gifts! Lots of good stuff, like Heather put it I got plenty for the goody goody wife in me AND the naughty wife!

Thank you all so much for everything!!! I loved it and I had a wonderful time and I always love spending time with family and friends!! Love you!!!

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Happy New Year

2009!!! This past year has been great but as usual I'm ready for this new year! I have so much to look forward to this year. Of course marrying the love of my life being #1! We had fun over the holidays this past year. It was fun celebrating with both families and trying to figure out where we go. We had 4 places to go on just christmas day alone. So we were pretty busy but we had a good time. I love watching all the kids and how excited they get at this time of year!

Happy New Year everyone and my God bless you this year and always!!!

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Our new home...

I'm so excited!!! Gary and I are going to be renting a house from some great friends of ours from church. The house definitely needs some work so we have been putting in some extended hours trying to get it all ready before the wedding. It's really all starting to come together and I can't wait to move in. It's turning out so cute. We should be getting carpet hopefully this month and just that will make a world of difference. CAN'T WAIT!!! Here are some pics...

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Christmas is here!!!

This past weekend I went to the Parade of Lights with Gary's family. I was so excited since I missed it last year and I go every year! We had so much fun and it was warmer than usual. So that always makes it nice. The kids seemed to enjoy it but I think I enjoyed it more. I love Christmas and I love going to the Christmas parade. Just brings the season in for me!!!

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So thankful!!

I have been reading everyones blogs and how grateful everyone is latley. I'm glad we have this month to really reflect on the things we are truly grateful for. Though I wish I could be better at year round.

Last night a dear friend of mine from work passed away. He was only 35 and an absolute sweetheart. He is going to be missed dearly by his friends and family. Just a little about him. His name was Mikey and the sweetest guy you could ever meet. He always had a smile on his face. He had a way of making people feel welcome and comfortable in any situation. He never hesitated to give hugs nearly everyday. Being a massage therapist we know the effect that human touch has on all those around us and he knew everyone needs that affection. He was a true example of how to love without judgement and showing charity to all.

So I am thankful!! I am thankful to know that there are the most amazing people out there like this. Just good 'ol fashioned GOOD human beings. People who take care of other people.

I am most grateful for my knowledge that Mikey can be with his family again and that his mom and sister will see him again. I am thankful for a loving Father in Heaven who has made this possible and has had this in His plan along!