Girls Camp

Girls camp is quickly approaching and tonight I was in charge of the activity.  I'm in charge of skits and decided to do skits while we are up at camp and not practice for them before.  So, I had to come up with an activity and decided on making tea light mason jars.  I had to practice on two to finally get them looking the way I wanted. But they turned out really well and I'm getting really excited for camp!

Babysitting my boys

This week I was able to watch the twins that I have been babysitting since they were about 6 months old. They are now 7 and in the second grade! They are growing up so dang fast but they are fun and full of energy. Colton came with me one day and he played basketball with them. He was a good sport and the boys loved it! I sure love and miss these boys!

They sure played a good game!

Emily's Wedding Weekend!

Colton and I headed to Colorado to celebrate a wonderful wedding this weekend. My best friend Emily married a wonderful guy on May 5th and I am so happy for them both. It was a wonderful day, a wonderful ceremony, and a wonderful time with friends and family. Everything turned out so beautifully and Emily looked fabulous. I love sharing such a special moment in life with those that are so close to me and who I love so much. Thank you best friend for letting me be part of your special day and for being such a great friend to me for so many years now and I'm looking forward to so many more! This weekend has been busy with getting everything ready for the wedding and reception and I just loved helping! I helped with the flowers and helped Emily pack for her trip. It has been nice to spend some time with her before the big day and I couldn't be happier for her and Josh. I love them both and I am excited to spend time with them once we both start school again in the fall.

Getting our toes done for the big day!

Getting ready for the big day.

We are so dang cute!

Bridesmaids!

The cutest couple!! Love you both!

My first Spanish talk!

I gave my first Spanish talk in church on Sunday in the Spanish branch. President had asked us if we would be willing to talk on eternal marriage and told me that it would be okay for me to give it in English. We both gladly accepted and I was talking to Colton on the way home and told him that I wanted to give it in Spanish. So I wrote down what I wanted to say and then Colton translated it to Spanish for me. I practiced my talk several times because I didn't want to stumble over any words. My talk was a success though and Colton did a wonderful job too as usual! I'm so grateful for this opportunity to serve in the Spanish branch and be such great people. I'll share with you my testimony in Spanish since my talk was 4 pages long!

 Quiero compartir mi testimonio y se que este es la iglesia verdadera. Soy tan agradecia por mi esposo y el entendimiento de que estaremos juntos para siempre. Siento agradicia por el evangelio y el gozo que me trae. Se que presidente monson es nuestro profeta viviente que nos guie. Digo estas cosas en el nombre de jesucristo, amen.

Homework Time

Today is such a beautiful day and Colton decided to take advantage of it.  He hates to be inside so he said he was going to do his homework outside.  So he grabs him a chair and a snack and he is ready to go!  He is too dang cute.  It didn't last very long but it was the thought that counts right?!

Emily's Party!

My best friend, Emily, had her bridal shower here in Provo and I was so happy that I was able to go!  The wedding is quickly approaching and she got some really fun things.  After the party we went back to her house and talked until almost midnight!  That is one thing that i just love about our relationship, we can just talk for hours and I love it!  I love you best friend and I am so happy for this exciting chapter in your life.  I'm so happy for you and can't wait till May 5th!!

Opening presents.

Best friends!

Marshmallow game. =)

Conference

Colton and I were able to go to Salt Lake this Saturday to go to our first conference in the conference center.  The best part was that Jake and Alex were able to come and share the experience with us!  We loved shopping and spending time with them this weekend.  I sure miss both of them and I just love every moment that I get to spend time with them.  Conference was great of course and it wouldn't have been complete without Colton falling asleep.   Hopefully he will be able to stay awake for the whole thing next time!  I loved hearing from the presidents of the church and feeling the spirit.  I loved spending time with my Mom and Mike while we were up there and loved spending time with Jake and Alex since they live so far away!  This has been one of the best weekends in a long time and very much needed.

I just couldn't pass up this opportunity. Haha

Outside the conference center.  Such a beautiful day!

Mom gets Married!

This past weekend Colton and I were able to go to my Mom's wedding in North Salt Lake.  It was simple and perfect.  It was so great to see family and visit with those who shared this special day with my Mom.  It has been so great this past year to experience all of these weddings in my family.  The best part of it all is to just share this special moment with those you love.  I am so happy for my Mom and Mike and I wish them a very happy life together!  Love you both.

The happy couple!

Love my Aunt!

Aren't they just so cute?!

Good looking family right here.

Party time!

 My mom is getting married and her bridal shower was this past weekend!  I work weekends so I didn't think I could get off but I managed to get away for the afternoon.  My mom was so happy to see me and so glad that I was able to be there to share this special time with her.  It was fun for me to sit back and just observe her and see how happy she is.  She seems so excited and I am so happy for her!  The wedding will be here shortly and she is stressing just a little.  I'm glad it's her this time around and not me!  It is a whole lot less stressful when it's not your own wedding!  I sure am happy for my Mom though and this will be a good chapter in her life. Love you Mommy!

Bubble gum game. She tried to blow a bubble!

Mom and Mike!

Love you Mommy!

Snowmobiling with the family!

It's our annual snowmobile trip with the Wood family and we went to Alpine, Wyoming this year.  It was a new area for us so we didn't know where the good riding was so we spent the first 2 days on trails all day long.  I love riding behind Colton because I have a lot more fun with him than riding by myself.  We had fun as always though.  It's great being able to spend time with my family especially since I don't live close to them.  I sure do miss them but it has been fun this week snowmobiling with them! Thankfully nobody got hurt.

First time snowmobiling this year!

Snowmobiling!!

The cabin we all stayed in.

It finally snows

Our first real snow storm and in February?! There is something wrong with this Utah weather!  I have a feeling we are going to be getting a lot more of this white stuff now that I want it to be spring and start warming up.  It seems to always work that way.  It sure has been nice not having anything until now though.  I was working when I woke up to this lovely sight and so happy I spent half an hour shoveling the driveway. I sure don't do that very often because I am so sore now!  But, I guess the moisture is good so I can't complain too much.  Although it's days like these when I wish I still had a four wheel drive vehicle!

It finally decides to snow 6-8 inches.

My best friend is getting married!

 My best friend, Emily Tomlinson, is getting married and I was able to tag along with her and her momma to go dress shopping!  Ah I can't believe a year ago I was doing this same thing and to tell you the truth it's a lot more enjoyable when it's not you!  The dress that she found is vintage and beautiful!! I cannot wait to be a part of the wedding day.  Thanks for letting me share this special day with you best friend and I'm here whenever you need to do some more planning!  I love you and I am so happy for you!

We did have a little fun in the process. =)