1 1/2 years!!

.May.10.2008.

Is it just me, or is it CRAZY to anyone else that we have already been married for A YEAR AND A HALF...

{It's good to be in love}

10.31.09

Our ADORABLE niece and nephew Will and Lucy just about to head out TRICK-OR-TREATING!!

Cute Will in his CAPTAIN HOOK costume, and PUMPKIN that we helped him carve...Don't worry, he was a "nice" pirate!!

Lucy was Will's PARROT...how stinking CUTE is she?!

Us at the Utah vs. Wyoming BLACKOUT game...The Utes won 22-10!!!!

This year we had a not so TRADITIONAL but eventful HALLOWEEN!! We of course had to see our cute niece and nephew in their COSTUMES. I got to tag along with them, and watch them do a little trick-or-treating, which was SO much fun. There is nothing BETTER than trick-or-treating to a 3 year old, just as Will. Zach and I decided that it would be lots of FUN to go to the Utah BLACKOUT GAME, and spend our Halloween night cheering on the UTES. We had a blast at the game, and what made it even better that the Utes WON!! After the game we walked to the PIE to get some delicious PIZZA, then walked home...It's SO nice how close we live to the U, and it definitely comes in handy when there is a game. Anyways, we ended the night watching an old black and white "SCARY MOVIE" with our friends Doug and Alex. Like I said, we had quite an EVENTFUL day. We hope you all had a great HALLOWEEN...I just can't believe it's already NOVEMBER. Bring on the HOLIDAYS!!!!

Oct. 31

hApPy HaLlOwEen!!

MLH

HAPPY 21st BIRTHDAY MADELINE!!!!

My dear friend Madeline Hales passed away on February 14, 2005. Madeline was the best friend that anyone could ask for. She was an amazing example to all, and made everyone around her feel like you were the most special person in her life. Madeline had the greatest laugh, and was always SO much fun to be around. October 25th is Madeline's Birthday...and this year is her big 21st. Happy Birthday Mads!! Love ya!!

BAM TROIS... Brooke, Me and Mads!!

"Madeline, Madeline, I love ya Madeline!!!!"

I Left My Heart...In SAN FRANCISCO!!

My cute parents decided that it would be fun to start a new tradition and give the kids a trip for our birthdays each year...such a fun idea! We all decided that it would be fun to spend a few days in San Francisco since none of us had been there in years. So, Zach, my sister Elsha, her husband Ross and I spent a long weekend in San Fran. It was definitely a fun-filled, jam-packed weekend exploring the different sites this exciting city has to offer... 

Of course we had to see the HEART of San Francisco down in UNION SQUARE. We stayed one block away from here at the J.W. Marriott, which was an awesome hotel in a great location!!

We rode the classic TROLLEY CARS all over the city...

Zach and I got to stand on the outside of the trolley...took me back to my "Full House" days!!

We found the infamous "SILVER MAN" down at the Wharf along with all the other STREET PERFORMERS!!

I forgot how crazy PIER 39 is. These SEALS lay all over each other, and SMELL terrible...Yuck!!

We spent lots of time exploring FISHERMAN'S WHARF.

Of course we had to visit GHIRADELLI SQUARE and get some yummy treats...PEANUT BUTTER filled CHOCOLATE was our favorite!!

We had breakfast at SEARS CAFE and had to try the famous PANCAKES...

We made a trip out to ALCATRAZ and toured the old PRISON...Such an interesting place with so much history.

Zach looks terrified!!

A trip to San Francisco wouldn't be complete without a visit to the beautiful GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE...

We made the WINDY walk across the BRIDGE and got an awesome view of the entire CITY...

This is such a neat BRIDGE!! Zach is a pretty good photographer huh?

We spent our nights down in UNION SQUARE, and even ran into a USC pep rally for their game against CAL STATE.

While we were there Zach turned the big 2-4...HAPPY 24th BIRTHDAY ZACHARY!!

I took Zach to the 49ers game for his birthday, which was SO much FUN. They played the Rams and WON!! Zach said this was the best birthday he has ever had...

We had such a GREAT time in SAN FRANCISCO!! We are SO thankful that my parents sent us on this great adventure where we were able to make so many MEMORIES. We can't wait until next year around our birthdays to see where we all go next...

Our Monthly Top 10...

Since Zach and I have been SO busy this past month, I feel like I have had absolutely no time to keep the blogging world posted on what we have been up to. With the mix of school and work it seems like our days have been jam-packed...But I'm not complaining. Here is a little catch up of our past month. Enjoy!!

1. Zach and I both started yet another year of school...only about a year and half to go!!

2. I started a new job as a special-ed. teaching assistant for a 1-2 grade class at Indian Hills elementary school...My kids are adorable!! I don't think I have ever laughed so much with all the funny little things they say and do on a daily basis.

3. Zach started his time shadowing a dentist weekly...Now he gets to see what his future life of a dentist will be like.

4. I turned the big 2-1...Finally!!

5. Zach and I renewed our Costco membership...greatest $50 spent!!

6. We just put a deposit down on a new apartment...We couldn't be more excited about it!! We move in October 10th.

7. I've spent countless hours picking up some goodies each Saturday morning at the Farmers Market...The best thing Downtown Salt Lake City has to offer!!

8. We have been able to clock in some good quality hours on our scooter after a long summer without it. I even gave driving it a try, which was a complete failure...

9. We finally got our car detailed after driving it across country and back...It seems brand new!!

10. We attended 5 weddings in 1 weekend. My dream come true, Zach's nightmare.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AUBREE BIG #21!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AUBREE!! I just wanted to wish Aubree a Happy Birthday and since she can't stop blogging these days I figured she would check here first!  Aubree has finally reached the age of 21.  Something she has been looking forward to for months now.  Especially since she can now sit in the 21 and older part of The Pub Restaurant.  Aubree is a wonderful person who is always trying to please everyone else and puts her own needs second.  She is a wonderful Sister, Aunt, and Wife.  I am so grateful to have her in my life.  Thanks for everything, I LOVE you AUBREE.   -Zach

Here are a few pictures of Aubree through the years.  One thing is for sure and that is that Aubree is always wanting to have fun and spend time with Family and Friends. 

Boating with brother Austin

Just looking good for the first day of school

Eighth Grade with Best Friend Brooke

Senior Year 2007