Happy Birthday to my best friend!! I am so glad that Nic was born on this day 27 years ago.

 Nic and I have become incredibly close just over the short 5 years that we have been together.  I love the time that I get to spend with him.  The other night we put the kids down for bed and went out in the shop and worked on motorcycles together.  It was a first for us usually I am there for support and to make conversation with but this time I got down and dirty.  And it was so much fun! He is incredibly smart and knows so much and loves to work hands on. He will do anything to help anyone out and not expect anything in return. (He does it all the time!) He is such a great example to me and I wish I could have the same attitude as him.
To celebrate his birthday I surprised him with tickets to the Super Cross.  He loves his motorcycles so I knew it would be a hit. I am grateful for him and the amazing hard working man he is!

 Happy Birthday Nic I love you so much!!

Spring Is in the Air...

 I have been enjoying my days outside.  We have been having some beautiful weather these last few days and I have been taking full advantage of them by playing outside, going for nice long walks, and just taking in all of the beauties that we are surrounded by.  For the last week or so everyday we have been visited by these two ducks. Last night as I was weeding the garden these two ducks decided they wanted some attention and came right up to us so Nic went inside to get some bread to feed the ducks.  It's kind of fun to have them come to us rather than us finding them at the parks with other people.

 I love blossoms on the trees especially our crab apple tree in the back... though I'm not a fan of the crab apples on the ground.

 I planted a wide variety of tulips last fall from a gift card the Rich family gave to me when my Grandma passed away.  It has been so fun to see them all come up in their variety of colors and sizes. Usually that is something that Payton and I do daily.  We look out the window and see how much the tulips have grown and what colors they are.

 For as long as I can remember the shop has always had bees.  I am very curious to see how big the hive or honeycomb is in between the two walls of the shop.  I love watching these busy little bees do their thing. 

I am made for the outdoors.  Every morning when I wake up it's the first thing I want to do.  I can't wait to be outside for the different smells and sounds.  I would rather be sitting outside doing nothing than sitting on the couch watching TV.   I am so happy to be where I am.  I love having a HUGE area where the kids can roam around and explore.

Happy B-Day To Me...

I must be loved...

 Nic did a very good job this birthday.  I was completely shocked, I had no idea!!! 

I had a great Birthday my day was pretty normal with the kids' and I daily routine.  Although Payton did throw me a pretty cute Birthday Party.  I got to wear a crown and she wore a beautiful princess dress and we went to a dancing party.  Her little imagination is amazing!!! She sang Happy Birthday to me and made me a delicious strawberry cake and chocolate "choke" ice cream.   Nic got off work a little early so that we could go to an earlier movie.  We went and saw The Lucky One and I loved it! And I loved that Nic would go see it with me.  He is such a good husband.  After the movie we went to dinner at McGraths. YUMMY! 

Thank you honey for the Birthday surprise and a wonderful date night!!!

Life Isn't Fair...

I can't tell you how bad my heart aches right now.  In High School I sat by my friends side as she went through the loss of her dad.  A few years later her mom found love again and was so happy to be with someone.  They have done so much together and planned to retire and move to St. George and travel to see their family and grandchildren.  But once again last night life threw a curve ball and those dreams were shattered.  He was at work when he was hit and killed by a car.  I am sick to my stomach and can't even begin to imagine how they are handling this.  My thoughts and prayers are focused on them right now and that is the only way to feel piece. I know that somehow this all works in the end where she can see both of her sweethearts again, but right now the pain she is going through I'm sure is next to unbearable. I hope and pray that they will be comforted during this horrific trial.

Easter with the Richs'...

 Yesterday we had our Easter dinner with the Rich family.  I love 3rd Sundays when we all get together. We had the kids dress up in their Easter outfits to try to get pictures of them all.  Out of about 20 pictures this is the best one we got of all 6 of them.

 Then it was time to ride the train around..

 And of course an Easter Egg Hunt for the kids.  They are at a fun age where they actually get what they are doing.  The girls had a hard time beating the boys to the eggs though.

 Carley and Kevin stuffed some eggs in Connor's hood, he didn't mind.

 

What a fun night it was. I wish 3rd Sundays came around more often!

Latest Crafts...

 I did this flower arrangement a few weeks ago, I really love all of the colors of the peacock feathers.  I am trying to add that pretty turquoise color as another accent color to go along with the red wall.

 I found this plate at the dollar store perfect way to add a bit of  that beautiful color.

 A new wreath to hang on the door for spring and summer. Thank you Pinterest.

 And thanks to Kami at Sweet Charli my new found love.. Paint Sticks.

 Just need to add some cute flowers to my new box..

 And my favorite {so glad I am done with it} my sunburst mirror.

Yes the last three crafts are made from FREE paint sticks!! It's nice to have hook ups at paint stores.

Happy Easter...

 The Easter Bunny made it just in time. Ü

I loved our Easter Sunday.  It was so nice to go to church and reflect on our Savior and the Atonement.  I am so grateful for the ultimate sacrifice that Jesus made so that I can be with my family for eternity. I am grateful that I am able to renew my covenants every week and am grateful for my knowledge of the gospel. I am grateful for Payton's wonderful primary teachers who teach the little ones so well.  I am so grateful for the time that I was able to spend with my family yesterday, I love them all and appreciate all that they do. I love Nic so much and don't want to spend another day without him.  He means so much to me and makes me smile everyday.