The Woods
The Woods
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Memorial weekend
Can I just start off by saying how much I love extra long weekends... What could be better than your Sunday evening coming to and end and realizing that you still have one more full day of pure not going to work happiness... Yeah I can't think of many things that are better than that. Anyways today is Tuesday that feels like Monday. But the good news, tomorrow is already Wednesday. Half way there! We can do this! Anyways... Back to memorial weekend.
Saturday was spent at the Zoo With the Woods. We also took Brayden along for the fun adventure. It was a super fun time. Lot of animals. haha duh. Of course there were lots of animals... It was hot, kind of smelly, and the new polar bear thing was smaller than expected. . . But, who doesn't love the zoo. And taking little kids makes it about 100 times better. After the zoo we went and bought round 2 of are garden... Round 1 was going great until the fence we made around it failed and Bo was the murder of 4 tomato plants and 2 cucumbers.... No I am not bitter.. after that we went to dinner and then came home and restarted are garden.
Sunday was a day filled with church, food, family, and fun. We also went to the cemetery with Woods.
Monday( the beloved extra day of my weekend) was spent sleeping in, cleaning the house, Going shopping for things we don't need, another BBQ, a walk with the cutest dogs in the world, and the season opener of the Bachelorette... Don't judge until you watch.
Summer is finally showing up and we couldn't be happier! We love love love living so close to the mountains. Riley is 10 minutes away from the weber river which means fly fishing all summer long. Well I think that is about everything. enjoy so pictures that I am about to post. :)
Saturday was spent at the Zoo With the Woods. We also took Brayden along for the fun adventure. It was a super fun time. Lot of animals. haha duh. Of course there were lots of animals... It was hot, kind of smelly, and the new polar bear thing was smaller than expected. . . But, who doesn't love the zoo. And taking little kids makes it about 100 times better. After the zoo we went and bought round 2 of are garden... Round 1 was going great until the fence we made around it failed and Bo was the murder of 4 tomato plants and 2 cucumbers.... No I am not bitter.. after that we went to dinner and then came home and restarted are garden.
Sunday was a day filled with church, food, family, and fun. We also went to the cemetery with Woods.
Monday( the beloved extra day of my weekend) was spent sleeping in, cleaning the house, Going shopping for things we don't need, another BBQ, a walk with the cutest dogs in the world, and the season opener of the Bachelorette... Don't judge until you watch.
Summer is finally showing up and we couldn't be happier! We love love love living so close to the mountains. Riley is 10 minutes away from the weber river which means fly fishing all summer long. Well I think that is about everything. enjoy so pictures that I am about to post. :)
Sunday, May 12, 2013
mother's day weekend and such.
Happy Mother's day everyone! I can say everyone because there are only about 5 people that read my blog and you are all moms in one way or another... In my case I am a mom... to my dogs!!!!!! :) I will find anyway to celebrate a holiday! But really all you moms out there are freaking amazing! I don't know how you do it, but ..you do, and you rock.
I want to give one final Happy Mother's day to my mom. This lady is freaking amazing and I love her so much. I wouldn't be who I am today without her. I have been thinking a lot about my mom these last couple of weeks while I have been busy planning girls camp. HOW DID SHE DO IT ALL THOSE YEARS?!?! She is a rock star! All my years of girls camps were amazing and that is because of my dedicated mom. She always wanted the best for us and the best is what we got! I will be giving myself a pat on the back if I can pull off a camp that is half as good as one my mom could put on. I have big shoes to fill!! Thanks mom for being such a good example. You have taught me everything and I am so blessed to have you as a mom. You are one of my best friends!! I love you mom. :)
And now for a week of updates....
We have been busy with the yard work... When I say we I mean Riley. :) Love that husband of mine!
I had a good planning meeting with the other camp director and we are really starting to get things rolling. If anyone has any advice on BOOT CAMP ( Building our own testimonies) I would love your ideas! Hit me with anything you have. Also, If anyone has any ideas for a faith walk also let me know. I have something planned but I need a few more ideas. :)
Work is going good. Riley should be able to work from home soon. This will be a very good change for him. Once he starts working from home I will start working the 6-2:30 shift... I have done it once and I will do it again. I have mixed feelings about this but for the most part I am okay with it. We have been loving the warm weather that has finally kicked in. And the sun is out after 8:00!!!! This is heaven.
On Saturday we had made plans to go to City Creek... One minute we are driving to City Creek and the next we are at Village Bakery in West Jordan. This was then followed by a trip to the mall, Target, a snow cone run, our parents house, dinner from Red Maple ( thanks mom and dad), Walmart, Sally's Beauty, and then finally home. We had such a funny day spent with each other and our families. But, I am still trying to figure out how City Creek turned into all this... Not to mention we spent a few more dollars than we we're planning. Oh well.... :)
What a great weekend it has been. Here is to another week. :)
I want to give one final Happy Mother's day to my mom. This lady is freaking amazing and I love her so much. I wouldn't be who I am today without her. I have been thinking a lot about my mom these last couple of weeks while I have been busy planning girls camp. HOW DID SHE DO IT ALL THOSE YEARS?!?! She is a rock star! All my years of girls camps were amazing and that is because of my dedicated mom. She always wanted the best for us and the best is what we got! I will be giving myself a pat on the back if I can pull off a camp that is half as good as one my mom could put on. I have big shoes to fill!! Thanks mom for being such a good example. You have taught me everything and I am so blessed to have you as a mom. You are one of my best friends!! I love you mom. :)
And now for a week of updates....
We have been busy with the yard work... When I say we I mean Riley. :) Love that husband of mine!
I had a good planning meeting with the other camp director and we are really starting to get things rolling. If anyone has any advice on BOOT CAMP ( Building our own testimonies) I would love your ideas! Hit me with anything you have. Also, If anyone has any ideas for a faith walk also let me know. I have something planned but I need a few more ideas. :)
Work is going good. Riley should be able to work from home soon. This will be a very good change for him. Once he starts working from home I will start working the 6-2:30 shift... I have done it once and I will do it again. I have mixed feelings about this but for the most part I am okay with it. We have been loving the warm weather that has finally kicked in. And the sun is out after 8:00!!!! This is heaven.
On Saturday we had made plans to go to City Creek... One minute we are driving to City Creek and the next we are at Village Bakery in West Jordan. This was then followed by a trip to the mall, Target, a snow cone run, our parents house, dinner from Red Maple ( thanks mom and dad), Walmart, Sally's Beauty, and then finally home. We had such a funny day spent with each other and our families. But, I am still trying to figure out how City Creek turned into all this... Not to mention we spent a few more dollars than we we're planning. Oh well.... :)
What a great weekend it has been. Here is to another week. :)
Sunday, April 28, 2013
Yard Work......
Growing up I always DREADED doing yard work. I would make deals with my mom that if I cleaned the whole house Katee and Colton would do the yard work... Yes, I would rather scrub toilets, do the dishes, sweep, and wash windows rather than pull a few weeds and plant some flowers. I should also mention that I have mowed the lawn one time in my life. Katee stopped me halfway and finished the rest because A- I was to slow and B- I couldn't make a straight line to save my life.
Now here I am 6 years later with a yard of my own and no Katee or Colton to help me.... Thanks goodness for a husband that loves yard work and has been anticipating the day when the lawn was long enough to mow. CRAZY I know. Even with him loving yard work I still have to pull my weight... And pull my weight I did this weekend. Between moving grass from one side of the yard to the other, smoothing out dirt for the dog run, taking out two trees in the front yard, taking out five roses bushes in the front yard.. ( I hate rose bushes.) And last but not least putting in 80 cement pavers for the dog run and setting up the dog run.... We worked hard and it has paid off! I can even say that I didn't mind the work that much. It was fun to see the finished product. I also love that we can design our yard the way that we want it. :) And my advice to those who don't like yard work... stick to town home living.
Well that was pretty much the sum of our weekend. We also cleaned the house... Whoop we are cool.
Oh wait we also have Cafe Rio last night... That was super yummo!!!! We are now watching amazing race and getting ready for another week. :) I will try and remember to post some pictures of our cute house soon.
Now here I am 6 years later with a yard of my own and no Katee or Colton to help me.... Thanks goodness for a husband that loves yard work and has been anticipating the day when the lawn was long enough to mow. CRAZY I know. Even with him loving yard work I still have to pull my weight... And pull my weight I did this weekend. Between moving grass from one side of the yard to the other, smoothing out dirt for the dog run, taking out two trees in the front yard, taking out five roses bushes in the front yard.. ( I hate rose bushes.) And last but not least putting in 80 cement pavers for the dog run and setting up the dog run.... We worked hard and it has paid off! I can even say that I didn't mind the work that much. It was fun to see the finished product. I also love that we can design our yard the way that we want it. :) And my advice to those who don't like yard work... stick to town home living.
Well that was pretty much the sum of our weekend. We also cleaned the house... Whoop we are cool.
Oh wait we also have Cafe Rio last night... That was super yummo!!!! We are now watching amazing race and getting ready for another week. :) I will try and remember to post some pictures of our cute house soon.
Monday, April 8, 2013
long lost blogger
Well hello everyone! Its been a few months. :) So much has happened in the last 5 months.
December 2012
We sold the town home and were able to buy a cute home in Layton. We were able to move in 2 weeks before christmas ( on my birthday). It was a stressful road but we are so happy to be here in Layton. Many people ask why Layton? My response is usually why not?? We prayed long and hard and we feel that we are here for a reason and this place is truly for us. We love the ward! It is 100% better than the ward in West Jordan. People know my name!!!! And I have made lots of friends.
We added a new little ( not so little) dog child to the mix. His name is Bo. He is a black lab. We love him. Its okay if you think we are crazy because I know were are crazy. :) Riley is still working for Select Health and I am still working at IMC. We are able to carpool everyday which makes things very nice.
January/February 2013
We welcomed in the new year! The only thing I can think about for January and February is SNOW SNOW SNOW and more SNOW!!! Can you say 3 feet? Yes I know we live in Utah but come on! That stuff was crazy! But I still love living so close to the mountains! I wouldn't change it even if I could.
This month also included 2 visits to the insta care. Not the greatest moments in my life. Stupid asthma! Thanks to the best husband every who took good care of me. He was always there to pick me up off the floor when my lungs shut down. Yes I am dramatic. They didn't really shut down. duh. But almost.
March
We Ran the Red Rock Relay Dixie. 70 miles of pure fun! The team members were Me, Riley, Katee, Meredith, Landon, and AC. We had some much fun! Did you ever take me for a runner? Because I didn't. The legs of the race that I took charge of were 1 and 6. 3.7 and 7.3. It was a challenge but I loved it. My last leg was so amazing! I started at the end of snow canyon and ran my self crazy all the way to dixie rock and then down to a park that is by the temple! (For those of you that are familiar with St. George.) My whole family came and supported us as we ran from 7:45am-6:17pm. They are all supportive and loving! Thanks again family. Maybe one day I will post pictures. If you are ever interested in running stop thinking and just do it. You will learn to love it.
March madness also started for college basketball... We started out well But the ship sunk for us. Funny story. . . Me and Riley pick the same bracket every year. We are both to competitive for are own good. At least we know our weaknesses right? RIGHT!!!
Bo at this point is 3 times as big as Fez. They love to play and most days it scares me so bad. I know one day I am going to look out the window and Fez is going to be a chew toy to Bo. But until then I let them play! Speaking of outside, WE. LOVE. HAVING. A. BACKYARD. It has been so amazing. I can't wait until the summer when we can have a garden and spend every evening outside.
April
Well here we are on the the 8th of April. Happy 1 year and 7 months of being married. The 4th marked 2 years of being engaged... Yeah you all think I am cool for remembering all these dates?? Don't get to excited that is all I remember. haha.
The saying April showers bring May flowers is coming in to play. Tonight we are stuck inside while we wait out a rain and windstorm. The Joys of Davis County.
Well those of you that are still reading... Thank you! I am going to try and do better and maybe I will even post some pictures soon. But until then. . . .Have a great night!
December 2012
We sold the town home and were able to buy a cute home in Layton. We were able to move in 2 weeks before christmas ( on my birthday). It was a stressful road but we are so happy to be here in Layton. Many people ask why Layton? My response is usually why not?? We prayed long and hard and we feel that we are here for a reason and this place is truly for us. We love the ward! It is 100% better than the ward in West Jordan. People know my name!!!! And I have made lots of friends.
We added a new little ( not so little) dog child to the mix. His name is Bo. He is a black lab. We love him. Its okay if you think we are crazy because I know were are crazy. :) Riley is still working for Select Health and I am still working at IMC. We are able to carpool everyday which makes things very nice.
January/February 2013
We welcomed in the new year! The only thing I can think about for January and February is SNOW SNOW SNOW and more SNOW!!! Can you say 3 feet? Yes I know we live in Utah but come on! That stuff was crazy! But I still love living so close to the mountains! I wouldn't change it even if I could.
This month also included 2 visits to the insta care. Not the greatest moments in my life. Stupid asthma! Thanks to the best husband every who took good care of me. He was always there to pick me up off the floor when my lungs shut down. Yes I am dramatic. They didn't really shut down. duh. But almost.
March
We Ran the Red Rock Relay Dixie. 70 miles of pure fun! The team members were Me, Riley, Katee, Meredith, Landon, and AC. We had some much fun! Did you ever take me for a runner? Because I didn't. The legs of the race that I took charge of were 1 and 6. 3.7 and 7.3. It was a challenge but I loved it. My last leg was so amazing! I started at the end of snow canyon and ran my self crazy all the way to dixie rock and then down to a park that is by the temple! (For those of you that are familiar with St. George.) My whole family came and supported us as we ran from 7:45am-6:17pm. They are all supportive and loving! Thanks again family. Maybe one day I will post pictures. If you are ever interested in running stop thinking and just do it. You will learn to love it.
March madness also started for college basketball... We started out well But the ship sunk for us. Funny story. . . Me and Riley pick the same bracket every year. We are both to competitive for are own good. At least we know our weaknesses right? RIGHT!!!
Bo at this point is 3 times as big as Fez. They love to play and most days it scares me so bad. I know one day I am going to look out the window and Fez is going to be a chew toy to Bo. But until then I let them play! Speaking of outside, WE. LOVE. HAVING. A. BACKYARD. It has been so amazing. I can't wait until the summer when we can have a garden and spend every evening outside.
April
Well here we are on the the 8th of April. Happy 1 year and 7 months of being married. The 4th marked 2 years of being engaged... Yeah you all think I am cool for remembering all these dates?? Don't get to excited that is all I remember. haha.
The saying April showers bring May flowers is coming in to play. Tonight we are stuck inside while we wait out a rain and windstorm. The Joys of Davis County.
Well those of you that are still reading... Thank you! I am going to try and do better and maybe I will even post some pictures soon. But until then. . . .Have a great night!
Monday, November 26, 2012
Christmas decor.......
So.... As you know we are in the middle of selling are cute town home. We had everything all worked out and we were all ready to close sometime at the end of this week. Well today as I was cooking dinner Riley got a call and we found out that the final closing day ( I won't set myself up this time) will be the 7th of December. When Riley got off the phone the first thing he told me was... You are not going to like this. He told me the news and I started crying. I am not one for tears but with all the stress and everything else I finally had a melt down. I started telling Riley that I HATE THIS and I am SO DONE!!!! All I want to do is decorate my house for Christmas but I can't do that because we are moving. And what is the point of decorating everything when we will have to take it all done in a week. . . . . POOR POOR ME, RIGHT?... Don't worry now that I have calmed down I have relived that I am crazy and that there are other people with way bigger fish to fry... But it was all in the moments so give me a brake. :) So Riley and I talked and we came to realize that this is really for the best and that our prayers have been answered. Maybe not in the way that we had planned but I will take an answered prayer any day of the week. :) Soooo after dinner sure enough I go upstairs and Riley is getting the christmas tree ready to take downstairs so that we can set it up. I tell him no we really don't have to do that.... He insisted.... so the next thing I know are living room is all decorated and to top it all of we even had the "Festive of trees" scentsy burning and christmas music was playing..
The point of this story is .......... My Husband Rocks for letting me have christmas in our house when we will have to take it down in less than 2 weeks. Oh well... If it helps us get into the christmas spirit then so be it!!!!!!! Let Christmas begin. Thanks for making me happy Riley Woods. I love you.
P.S. Did I mention we saw the lights at temple square while walking to the Jazz Game.... SO BEAUTIFUL!!! I can't wait to go and see them all the way!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The point of this story is .......... My Husband Rocks for letting me have christmas in our house when we will have to take it down in less than 2 weeks. Oh well... If it helps us get into the christmas spirit then so be it!!!!!!! Let Christmas begin. Thanks for making me happy Riley Woods. I love you.
P.S. Did I mention we saw the lights at temple square while walking to the Jazz Game.... SO BEAUTIFUL!!! I can't wait to go and see them all the way!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thankful 12-30....
12- I am thankful for the scriptures and for everything that we can learn from them.
13-I am thankful for prayer. :)
14- I am thankful for the chance that I have to be a member of the church of Jesus christ of latter day saints.
15- I am thankful that my family is sealed together forever. :)
16- I am thankful tennis balls. They keep my dog entertained for hours. :)
17-I am thankful for Snow cones.
18- I am thankful for the priesthood and all the amazing priesthood holders in my life.
19-I am thankful for modern medicine.
20-I am thankful for snowboarding. It is a hobby that Riley and I share. :)
21-I am thankful for books. I am a book worm.
22-I am thankful for Boots.
23-I am thankful for grocery stores.
24-I am thankful for school.
25- I am thankful for my cell phone.
26- I am thankful for the my mom and dad and my mother in-law.
27- I am thankful for my siblings.
28-I am thankful for Dr. pepper.
29-I am thankful for our prophets and other church leaders.
30. I am thankful for my blog and all the memories that it hold.
Isn't it amazing to look at all of the thing that we are blessed with?? I am one lucky girl!!!!!!!!!!!!
I hope everyone has had a great thanksgiving. :) I know I did. Spending time with family and friends and stuffing our faces! What could be better. :)
13-I am thankful for prayer. :)
14- I am thankful for the chance that I have to be a member of the church of Jesus christ of latter day saints.
15- I am thankful that my family is sealed together forever. :)
16- I am thankful tennis balls. They keep my dog entertained for hours. :)
17-I am thankful for Snow cones.
18- I am thankful for the priesthood and all the amazing priesthood holders in my life.
19-I am thankful for modern medicine.
20-I am thankful for snowboarding. It is a hobby that Riley and I share. :)
21-I am thankful for books. I am a book worm.
22-I am thankful for Boots.
23-I am thankful for grocery stores.
24-I am thankful for school.
25- I am thankful for my cell phone.
26- I am thankful for the my mom and dad and my mother in-law.
27- I am thankful for my siblings.
28-I am thankful for Dr. pepper.
29-I am thankful for our prophets and other church leaders.
30. I am thankful for my blog and all the memories that it hold.
Isn't it amazing to look at all of the thing that we are blessed with?? I am one lucky girl!!!!!!!!!!!!
I hope everyone has had a great thanksgiving. :) I know I did. Spending time with family and friends and stuffing our faces! What could be better. :)
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