Well, I was going to wait to post this on Monday, but I don't have anything to do right now, and watching Matt play xbox just doesn't sound very fun. :)
I don't feel like putting lots of baby updates because nothing really changes from one week to the next. But, one week from Monday (Feb. 7th) we have our ultrasound to find out what the baby is! And I figure halfway through pregnancy is a good point to put an update.
This Monday I'll be 20 weeks. Everything is still really good! So I'm happy about that. The biggest change, besides gaining some weight, is I've been feeling the baby move for the past two weeks. This week Matt even got to feel the baby. I read online that it usually doesn't happen that the spouse can feel the baby till 22 or 23 weeks, but I know he felt it! So we're thinking we've got a strong baby on the way. Maybe a future swimmer like his/her dad. :)
I was actually really happy Matt could feel the movement; it makes it more real for the both of us. And we both talked about how weird it is to think of something growing inside of my body. Anyway, that's about it!
Sorry for the lack of pictures with this post! Mostly this post is for my sister so she can put her vote in, BUT if anyone else would like to vote, feel free to have at it! I think 4 of my family members have voted boy so far. I'll be sure to post the result on either Monday, February 7th or Tuesday the 8th!
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Sunday, January 23, 2011
"Just keep swimming. Just keep swimming."
*Name that movie!*
A couple of weeks ago Groupon had a 2 for the price of 1 deal to the Seattle Aquarium. So, we and our good (and probably only) friends out here decided to buy the deal. And yesterday we cashed in our groupons!
It was pretty fun, and really nice to get out and do something.
I think it was mostly families there with their young kids, so we probably stuck out a bit. But we were enjoying it just as much as those little kids! (Brace yourselves! Bit of a picture overload coming up; but pictures are all anyone wants to see anyway, right? :))
It was a lot of fun and such a beautiful day! It was nice to explore the city just a little bit more.
A couple of weeks ago Groupon had a 2 for the price of 1 deal to the Seattle Aquarium. So, we and our good (and probably only) friends out here decided to buy the deal. And yesterday we cashed in our groupons!
It was pretty fun, and really nice to get out and do something.
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| The only picture I got of our friends the Davis'. |
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| It was sweet because we got to touch some of the creatures! |
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| My husband humoring me since I made him pose for this picture :) |
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| I had to make it up to him by posing too, but he said I'm a horrible actor! |
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| Probably our favorite fish! |
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| Dory! The one quoted in my post title :) |
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| Octopus feeding time! |
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| So cute :) |
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| So silly :) |
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| There was this cool purple wall, so we stopped to have a little photo shoot :) |
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| SEATTLE! |
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Cafe Rio?
One of our favorite places to eat in Utah is Cafe Rio/Costa Vida (for me they are pretty much the same). While we've lived in the great North West, there have been plenty of times we wished there was one close by. And the last two times we've gone home we have made sure to eat there at least once during our stay. (When we arrived for Thanksgiving break we asked Matt's sister to bring us some to the airport when she came to pick us up. That's how badly we were craving it.)
Well, on Sunday we were going to have quesadillas. And then we decided to make it pork quesadillas and see if we could copy the sweet pork quesadillas from Cafe Rio. I found a recipe from this site: Favorite Family Recipes.
We're pretty sure it's not the exact same as the restaurant, BUT it was delicious! The Mr. actually said he thought it just might taste better. Guess we'll have to test it out some time in the future. Also, I try to make a Sunday dinner that's better than the last, he said this was his favorite Sunday dinner so far. I think it might be hard to beat.
*Clarification: So to make the quesadilla, we placed a tortilla in a large frying pan over medium heat. Covered it in as much cheese as you'd like, then covered the frying pan with the lid. We let all the cheese melt then added the pork on top before folding the tortilla in half, and removing it from the heat. Pretty much we just tried to copy what we've seen done at Cafe Rio and Costa Vida. And I think it turned out pretty well. :)
Well, on Sunday we were going to have quesadillas. And then we decided to make it pork quesadillas and see if we could copy the sweet pork quesadillas from Cafe Rio. I found a recipe from this site: Favorite Family Recipes.
We're pretty sure it's not the exact same as the restaurant, BUT it was delicious! The Mr. actually said he thought it just might taste better. Guess we'll have to test it out some time in the future. Also, I try to make a Sunday dinner that's better than the last, he said this was his favorite Sunday dinner so far. I think it might be hard to beat.
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| We definitely recommend the recipe! |
Christmas and 2010 Recap
Our Christmas break and 2010 were fantastic! I haven't recapped it like a lot of people, but I didn't want anyone to think that was because we didn't have a great break or year. So, this is my brief synopsis.
Christmas Break:
The good and the bad: both families are only 30 minutes away from each other! It's great because we only have to make one trip and we can see both families. It's not so great because we're always trying to make sure that we have spent adequate time with both families.
However, we had a great time! We were spoiled by both families. It was hard for me to come home knowing I had to start making meals again. I know after a week and a couple of days off of work (which is a great benefit of Matt's job), Matt had a hard time having to go back to work.
We had the chance to talk to Matt's sister, who is serving a mission in Chicago. My family was all together at home for Christmas for the first time since 2005. And we were able to just relax and enjoy quality time with family and friends.
One of my favorite parts during the break was seeing my adorable little niece and giving her an early 1 year birthday celebration! She is at such a fun age, walking all over the place and trying to discover new things. She was afraid of Uncle Matt at first, but probably because he's so tall and had a beard at the time. Eventually she warmed up to him. :) I was so sad when they left and I wasn't waking up to the sound of little feet running around upstairs.
It was a great break and I'm so glad we could spend time with family. We love both of our families very much, and we are grateful we have them. The holidays couldn't have been any better!
2010:
Ok, this is a really easy and short recap -
07/07/2010 We got married! Our most exciting highlight of the year :)
10/2010 Found out we were expecting a baby! Second most exciting highlight.
2011 should be a pretty great year!
*as I was writing this Matt said his most exciting highlight was his raise. he's a butt.
Christmas Break:
The good and the bad: both families are only 30 minutes away from each other! It's great because we only have to make one trip and we can see both families. It's not so great because we're always trying to make sure that we have spent adequate time with both families.
However, we had a great time! We were spoiled by both families. It was hard for me to come home knowing I had to start making meals again. I know after a week and a couple of days off of work (which is a great benefit of Matt's job), Matt had a hard time having to go back to work.
We had the chance to talk to Matt's sister, who is serving a mission in Chicago. My family was all together at home for Christmas for the first time since 2005. And we were able to just relax and enjoy quality time with family and friends.
One of my favorite parts during the break was seeing my adorable little niece and giving her an early 1 year birthday celebration! She is at such a fun age, walking all over the place and trying to discover new things. She was afraid of Uncle Matt at first, but probably because he's so tall and had a beard at the time. Eventually she warmed up to him. :) I was so sad when they left and I wasn't waking up to the sound of little feet running around upstairs.
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| I think he's excited to be a dad :) |
It was a great break and I'm so glad we could spend time with family. We love both of our families very much, and we are grateful we have them. The holidays couldn't have been any better!
2010:
Ok, this is a really easy and short recap -
07/07/2010 We got married! Our most exciting highlight of the year :)
10/2010 Found out we were expecting a baby! Second most exciting highlight.
2011 should be a pretty great year!
*as I was writing this Matt said his most exciting highlight was his raise. he's a butt.
Sunday, December 12, 2010
The Italian Job
Ok, this is another post on my husband. But when it's just the two of us, and he's the exciting one, that's just what happens.
First I need to start with a little bit of history. When I first started dating Matt one of the things I loved about him was his love for his mission. Then I learned not only did he love the work of serving the Lord, but he LOVED the country, the people, and especially the food. He served his mission in Italy. (He can be pretty critical when it comes to Italian food.) :)
He dreams of going back there. Especially ever since he heard about them building the temple in Rome. He's looked for job opportunities to be able to get transferred there. Someday I'd like to surprise him with a trip to Italy. I loved it when I went on vacation there, and I know he could show me so much more than what I saw on my brief trip. He LOVES Italy. I'm beginning to think he might be obsessed with it...
This weekend he borrowed an Xbox game from his friend. Well, he started to play it soon after he got it (I won't tell you how long he played...). And this game just so happens to take place in Italy. All I know is it starts out in Florence, which was one of his areas. He kept saying, "yeah this looks like it's in the right area", or "been there", etc. And a couple of times I heard him say, "I'm geeking out". Oh my husband, he's a funny one.
How lucky am I to have such a funny husband? Haha, like I've said before, he makes me laugh every single day. I think I'm going to have to try extra hard to give him a trip to Italy. :)
p.s. And thankfully it's Sunday to give him a break from the game. Plus, after all that time spent playing the game the last two days, I think he's almost done... At least I'm hoping :)
First I need to start with a little bit of history. When I first started dating Matt one of the things I loved about him was his love for his mission. Then I learned not only did he love the work of serving the Lord, but he LOVED the country, the people, and especially the food. He served his mission in Italy. (He can be pretty critical when it comes to Italian food.) :)
He dreams of going back there. Especially ever since he heard about them building the temple in Rome. He's looked for job opportunities to be able to get transferred there. Someday I'd like to surprise him with a trip to Italy. I loved it when I went on vacation there, and I know he could show me so much more than what I saw on my brief trip. He LOVES Italy. I'm beginning to think he might be obsessed with it...
This weekend he borrowed an Xbox game from his friend. Well, he started to play it soon after he got it (I won't tell you how long he played...). And this game just so happens to take place in Italy. All I know is it starts out in Florence, which was one of his areas. He kept saying, "yeah this looks like it's in the right area", or "been there", etc. And a couple of times I heard him say, "I'm geeking out". Oh my husband, he's a funny one.
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| Intensely playing the game (sorry about the poor camera phone quality) |
So, he first played it Friday afternoon-night. Then Saturday afternoon while I was working on my Relief Society lesson (which I probably stress over TOO much and take WAY too long), so that gave him a LOT of time to play some more.
Well, this morning as we got ready for church, he comes out dressed in a dark gray, Italian suit (one from his mission). (Side note: He never wears a suit to church.) And he says to me, "You know, I look very Italian right now." :)
Well, this morning as we got ready for church, he comes out dressed in a dark gray, Italian suit (one from his mission). (Side note: He never wears a suit to church.) And he says to me, "You know, I look very Italian right now." :)
How lucky am I to have such a funny husband? Haha, like I've said before, he makes me laugh every single day. I think I'm going to have to try extra hard to give him a trip to Italy. :)
p.s. And thankfully it's Sunday to give him a break from the game. Plus, after all that time spent playing the game the last two days, I think he's almost done... At least I'm hoping :)
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
The Most Wonderful Gift of the Year
I know I already did a grateful post for this month, but I wanted to finish the month off with one more post of gratitude and thanksgiving.
First off, we had a fabulous Thanksgiving break! It was wonderful spending time with both of our families. I love my family so much! And I'm grateful for them in my life. Also, I loved being able to spend time with the hubby's family and get to know them better. They are great! And I couldn't ask for better in-laws. :)
To finish up this Thanksgiving post, I'm going to brag a little about my wonderful husband. I don't usually like to do this, but I'm extremely grateful for him (don't worry, I tell him everyday, so it really isn't anything new. just new for all (or one of you) who read this blog!).
I'm grateful for a husband who is a hard worker. Every morning he's up at 6 to be to work at 7. His coworkers and boss all love him and appreciate his work. I'm grateful for the job he has been blessed with.
I'm thankful for his willingness to serve and fulfill his responsibilities. He just recently got called to be the Elder's Quorum secretary, and the President told him it was because he was impressed with him showing up to help others move and being at the service projects. I'm thankful for his example.
I'm very grateful to have married a man who is smart, funny (makes me laugh everyday!), kind, giving, full of wisdom, and so much more. I've seen how great he is as a big brother, a friend, a son, and a husband. And I know that he will make a great dad and father for our children, starting around June 20th (that's right... we're expecting :)). I was only sick for about a month, but that whole time my awesome husband cooked dinner, did the dishes, did the laundry, and so much more! I'm very lucky to be with such a great guy forever!
Doctrine and Covenants 59:21 - And in nothing doth man offend God, or against none is his wrath kindled, save those who confess not his hand in all things, and obey not his commandments.
First off, we had a fabulous Thanksgiving break! It was wonderful spending time with both of our families. I love my family so much! And I'm grateful for them in my life. Also, I loved being able to spend time with the hubby's family and get to know them better. They are great! And I couldn't ask for better in-laws. :)
To finish up this Thanksgiving post, I'm going to brag a little about my wonderful husband. I don't usually like to do this, but I'm extremely grateful for him (don't worry, I tell him everyday, so it really isn't anything new. just new for all (or one of you) who read this blog!).
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| Tuckered out at Thanksgiving dinner. I love pictures of him sleeping :) |
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| Fulfilling his home teaching responsibility. |
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| Baby Walser - Expected to arrive June 20th |
Doctrine and Covenants 59:21 - And in nothing doth man offend God, or against none is his wrath kindled, save those who confess not his hand in all things, and obey not his commandments.
Monday, November 8, 2010
Be Grateful
My favorite 3 holidays are Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas (not really in any particular order).
I like to think I'm pretty grateful through out the year. But as the first day of November came, I noticed myself trying even harder to be grateful. It's amazing how many extra things you are grateful for when you really stop and think about all the blessings in your life.
I've really been looking forward to Thanksgiving and Christmas this year. Maybe it's because we've been away from family (one of the 3 F's that makes these holidays great). Maybe because I'm just really excited to experience these holidays with my hubby. Maybe because I can't wait for some delicious food (another F) that I don't have to make, but just enjoy! Maybe because it'll just be loads of fun (the final F)!
I'm pretty sure it's because I just can't wait to spend time with some of the best people I know:
I like to think I'm pretty grateful through out the year. But as the first day of November came, I noticed myself trying even harder to be grateful. It's amazing how many extra things you are grateful for when you really stop and think about all the blessings in your life.
I've really been looking forward to Thanksgiving and Christmas this year. Maybe it's because we've been away from family (one of the 3 F's that makes these holidays great). Maybe because I'm just really excited to experience these holidays with my hubby. Maybe because I can't wait for some delicious food (another F) that I don't have to make, but just enjoy! Maybe because it'll just be loads of fun (the final F)!
I'm pretty sure it's because I just can't wait to spend time with some of the best people I know:
I'm grateful for FAMILY! And I am grateful we are able to go visit them. I can't wait for Thanksgiving!
"Walk with gratitude in your hearts, my dear friends. Be thankful for the wonderful blessings which are yours. Be grateful for the tremendous opportunities that you have. Be thankful to your parents, who care so very much about you and who have worked so very hard to provide for you. Let them know that you are grateful. Say thank you to your mother and your father. Say thank you to your friends. Say thank you to your teachers. Express appreciation to everyone who does you a favor or assists you in any way. Thank the Lord for His goodness to you. Thank the Almighty for His Beloved Son, Jesus Christ, who has done for you what none other in all this world could do. Thank Him for His great example, for His tremendous teachings, for His outreaching hand to lift and help. Think about the meaning of His Atonement." - President Gordon B. Hinckley
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