Dream House

I am absolutely in love with this house. I'd give anything to own it right now. Its a 3bd/2bath victorian style built in 1910. Impecibal details and a beautiful set up. $479,000 right now. AH! Anyone want to loan me half a million dollars? lol.

A week of Baby Fun!

Our God-Son Merik and friends Molly and Tyler stayed with us last week. We had so much fun. He was a blast and Jeff loves him to pieces. He missed him as soon as we brought them back home. Last week definately showed us that we DO want kids 100% for sure, but that we don't want them right now. We were exhausted afterwards (and from what I hear, so was he lol). He was such a joy and we never stopped laughing the entire time he was here.

Lili was jealous and confused, but she got over it lol

NOGGIN!

And Merik loved playing fetch with the dogs

Going back to School!

We're going back to school! After much consideration, Jeff and I have decided to go back to college. We're doing it kind of backwards, getting married first, then finishing college lol, but we think that everything is going to work out great. At least this way we can support and encourage each other through it!

Jeff is considering

Homeland Security- an 18 month online Associate Degree program that covers everything from criminal justice to terroism. Salaries greatly range from 50K to 150K per year depending on experience and location. He would most likely work at DIA as a security guard or baggage screener.

Or Criminal Justice- a 2 year 10 month bachelor degree program at westwood. This would allow him to be a police officer, probation officer, bailiff, prison guard, and much more.

I am considering two fields...

Veterinary Technician- a 2 year online Associates Degree program including 4 months of practicum hands on training. Salary averages about 14-16 an hour (not amazing but you do this job because you love it, not because you want to get rich).

Business Management- A 2 year 10 month Bachelors Degree Program (and one extra year for a masters degree) at Westwood College. Salaries range greatly depending on business. I would most likely manage a Petsmart/Pethotel, or small pet franchise. Or possibly a humane society?

We are still trying to make our final choices. We hope to start as early as October, but no later than January!

No bun in the oven!

OK I just have to post this real quick! There is no bun in the oven over here! I have heard from so many people thinking that Jeff and I are expecting, but sorry we are not lol. We aren't even planning on trying for another 1 1/2-2 years!

The post on Jenni's Facebook was about her job promotion (congrats Jennifer!) so no need to panic guys!

Book Reviews

I have read two great books this week! I highly recommend them!

This one is all about clearing out your clutter, both in your home and in your life and spirit. Easy to read, some great points, and you don't have to believe in, or practice, Feng Shui to read it!

I absolutely loved this book! It was so fun! It had some great quizzes for Jeff and I to take, great organizing and nesting tips, everything from decorating the house, to dealing with the in-laws, to thinking about having babies. It was lighthearted and a pleasure to read!

Must Love Dogs!

Hubby loves his little Lili! They were playing around last night and I couldn't resist snapping some pictures of the cuties!

Gorgeous House For Sale!!

Jeff and I pull weeds at this house in Longmont. It is for sale for $878,000!! There are 5 rooms, 4 baths, a lavendar garden in the back and a gorgeous view of the mountains. You can see more on Prudential.com if you are interested!

4th Of July PAR-TAY!!

We had a great 4th of July! We went to a party at my Uncle and Aunt's house and had some great food! Before the storm came in of course! After that we went to the firework show in Longmont and the grand finale was amazing! They definately redeemed themselves from last year!

Quotes for the mind

I have been researching Buddhism a lot lately. Here are some quotes that have really "sold" me, if you will, on the "religion." The more I research, the more I realize that this way of life is full of peace and everything I am lacking in my life. I can not wait to learn more and truly decide if this is for me.

If you are having a bad day, or just want a little enlightment, here are some quotes that touched me tonight.

• Let us rise up and be thankful, for if we didn't learn a lot today, at least we learned a little, and if we didn't learn a little, at least we didn't get sick, and if we got sick, at least we didn't die; so, let us all be thankful.
• Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.
• My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness. (probably one of my favorites)
• Whether one believes in a religion or not, and whether one believes in rebirth or not, there isn't anyone who doesn't appreciate kindness and compassion.

Change it up a bit- Lemonade

Courtesy of Martha Stewart, adding Lavender to Lemonade is amazing! I am going to try it next week!

Also try Sparkling Roasted Vanilla Lemonade! A completely different taste!

Watermelon Lemonade?


Raspberry Lemonade!

All recipes can be found on MarthaStewart.com

Birthdays,Jello Cake, and Fun!

Today we went down to visit Jeff's Aunt and Uncle for a birthday get-together for his cousin Bryce. It was fun and my stomach still hurts from laughing so much! This is Bryce's Dog Cricket, he is so sweet! And very vocal!Aunt Kim made this awesome Jello cake! Just bake a regular cake, take it out of the oven and pour jello on top, then cover the top with whipped cream and refridgerate! Wala! It tasted so great! Bryce's friend Doug got him some Gay Porn for his bday

Then a storm started moving in (this seems to happen everytime we go down there. We thought it was going to be another tornado

This is Hershey, he's such a doll.


And my wonderfully unique mother in law :)

Bryce was super excited about his watermelon sun tea jar!

There was a gorgeous moon tonight.
AH! Horrible picture, but we went to kohls with Jeff's aunt and were playing around with the camera in the mirror
And I want these coffee mugs to bad! They are on sale for 3 dollars right now! ugh I wish I had money!
And a ring shot just for fun!
Jeff has been playing around with the camera. We got these gorgeous bird house for a wedding gift and we have had birds on our porch everyday since :) Im so excited