9 Years!

What a great ride it's been! We've had some unexpected turns, but I'm so grateful to have Brett by my side for each and every adventure. I love you, dear! And here's to document the brief beard too. :)

Lucky Sevens!

I'm not usually a fan of odd numbers (I know it's weird) but this time, I'll make an exception. I just celebrated seven years of marriage! Here's my top seven reasons why I love Brett so much! (and it was really hard to keep it to JUST seven!)

7-He's fun to watch get into his skinny jeans!
6-He takes me to the temple every month--even if it's on the last day!
5-He makes a yummy dinner on the grill almost weekly (tonight he grilled Manti turkey and pineapple)
4-Almost every treat he has, he shares half with me.
3-He's not afraid of poopy diapers (or panties), or bathing girls, or sharing a bathroom with four girls. . . .yet!
2-He lets me warm my cold feet up on him.
1-He makes me laugh even when I don't want to.

We had a great anniversary day, and the best of the anniversary date is still to come! Despite his personal preference, he's taking me to see Les Miserables musical later this month. He's so sweet!
On May 6 we went to Trafalga to ride the go carts.
Katie and Mandy stayed with Grandma N while Ellie, Brett and I went to the Tulip Festival at Thanksgiving point. After having such a cold, rainy spring, it was hot and sunny! But the tulips, gardens, and walk was beautiful. We spent lots of time picking out our favorite tulips that we'll eventually plant at home :)We took Ellie to Emmett and Ethel's for lunch and a mini Sundae. We then headed to BYU for standby tickets to see the Carl Bloch exhibit at the MOA. We were led to believe we may not get in at all, and if so, we'd wait in line forever. Turns out, we waited about five minutes before being admitted! I'll take it.By this point, Ellie had only had cat naps through the day and was at her limit. We got Pier 49 pizza for dinner and went home to watch Morning Glory (from the Library) while Ellie napped. We all felt much better! :)The next morning, Ellie went to a friend's house, and Brett and I did sealings in the Provo Temple. We only did two couples, but it was enough to bring back sweet memories. I loved kneeling across the alter from Brett again!On the Sunday before our anniversary, he got up during testimony meeting and went against his norm: he bore testimony and included personal stories too! He talked about the important covenant of marriage and that he is grateful to be sealed to me and looks forward to spending eternity with me. I wish I could remember it word for word, but I was blushing and distracted by my children who decided to get rowdy when Dad left the bench. Anyway, it was heartwarming and reassuring to me that he does love me!Brett, I love you so! We've done some growing, which hasn't always been a painless process, but I would do it all again in a heartbeat! Happy Anniversary!
(PS We got ourselves his and hers Red Sox DVD's-2004 season and 2007 season!!)

Sixth Anniversary

Our anniversary this year fell on a Thursday (May 6), which is the same day of the week that we got married on. I'm sure I'm cheesy, but I thought that was pretty cool so I wanted to do something special (more than a movie or something. . . .). Well, we shopped around and actually found a suite deal for less than $30 . . . in Wendover, NV! I've never even been to Wendover (that I know of. . . ) so I thought it was pretty fun, albeit kinda cheesy. We got a babysitter (thanks Grandma!) and drove West (right into the sun). It was actually relaxing to go anywhere in the car and not have to turn to the back seat even once! We had a buy one get one free at the dinner buffet (not that great of food) and so Brett was excited that this excursion was soooo cheap! (Yes, I guess the only way to please him is to NOT spend money). We wandered around the Nugget Casino, checked out their display of desert race cars, took silly pictures, and then watched a movie in the huge jacuzzi tub! Brett was about to be disgruntled when I pulled out a present---this was supposed to be 'el cheapo anniversary', right? He settled down when he saw what it was---a library book of baby names and a little test showing him that he'll be a Daddy again! Yes, we're expecting our third baby on Christmas, 2010. Happy Anniversary dear! I love you!

And on our way home, we stopped by SaltAir. I've never been there before but
I always loved listening to Brett's grandparents talk about going there for dances
when they were dating in the 1940's.