Wordless Wednesday

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Jake's day

These are the only photos I managed to take on Jake's birthday.

Unfortunately, it was too warm for ice skating like I had planned, but I had invited some friends over for cake and games so we just started early with the Millers.

The sky was beautiful- I told Jake it was God's birthday gift to him. 

And the girls beat the boys in sequence, which is always fun. 

Creative goals

I'm not the best at accomplishing my new years goals. I have some personal ones I am working on, but announcing them doesn't really seem to work for me so I might as well work on them privately.

But, I wanted to share my creative goals this year. I know most of my friends who read this aren't crazy into quilting like I am, but I posted on Sisterview.com  that my goal is to finish 14 goals in 2014.

In addition, I plan to make a few skirts and shirts with my serger and learn how to use that wonderful Christmas gift.

I also want to finish one project from a pinterest board each month.

Do any of you have any creative goals for 2014?

Sisters weekend

Back in July, we had a short sister's weekend to celebrate Jennifer's birthday. It was the first time that the girls have had a weekend getaway without kids and it was wonderful. 

Unfortunately, we weren't able to have all of the girls there, but at least it was a start to doing it again in the future. Because Jennifer loves to sew, we decided to bring our machines and work on some projects. It was a blast doing that, joking around and going to some quilt shops too. 

We stayed at a Residence Inn in Sandy, UT and it was the perfect size for our projects too. My trunk was full from bringing machines and tables from Logan, but it was totally worth it.




Kelly was able to join us for dinner one night, and we were so glad that she brought baby Caleb along so we could all get some snuggles in. Mom also treated us to pedicures (and a manicure for herself), which was very kind.



I am so blessed to have so many amazing women in my life. They impress me with their talents and skills and their kindness.



Oh and food was involved too. Because who doesn't love food?



On Saturday, we also were able to go to the Utah Valley Modern Quilt Guild that Jennifer and I go to once a month. It was beautiful weather so we did it outside that day.








I can't wait to have another girls weekend with the amazing women in my family. They have all taught me so many wonderful things.

dedication to Pantone 2013

Remember some finds I posted about the other day?  I have a second finish to show you. 

Hop on over to Sisterview to see my finished table.

junk

I consider myself a junker- meaning I love finding used treasures.  I think it comes from my parents- my Dad is able to see the potential in everything and they had 8 children so they had to make things work as they could. Dad is the garage sale pro and finds so many amazing things and many of my siblings love it just as much as I do.

I'm glad that Jake sees the potential in so many things also. Honestly, our house has furniture because we believe in the power of paint!  Our couches and my mirrored coffee table (which I got for $50) are the only pieces of furniture we have purchased new. Everything else we have found at yard sales. 

$1 for this sewing table which has now been painted to a bright emerald green. Will be used as an entry table.

It also made me happy when Jake woke up on Saturday morning and reminded me that it was typically a good garage sale weekend and we went. The best part is that we were able to find my friend Whitney at our first stop and spent the rest of the time following each other to sales.  

                                   

Here are some kitchen stools we found at a sale that we recovered that afternoon. My kitchen table and chairs are not my favorite, but at least these stools help us add more so we can invite more friends over and fit around the table together. 

  
                                   

Amazing chairs for the lawn- 6 for $15 found Saturday

 We have already got some great use out of our outdoor chairs since Jake built a little firepit for the back yard. If you ever want to roast s'mores this summer, please come join us!!                                                                                           
Do you want to know the best part?  We are taking a short trip to Colorado soon to find even more junk- at garage sales. And the bonus is that I get to go with my parents, who are pros. And Paris Street Market- which is amazing. And I'll get to be there for my nephew's baptism and see 2 brothers and 1 sister and their families.  Yes, we planned a vacation around junk and we love it.

5 years

We celebrate our 5 year wedding anniversary today.  It's hard to believe that 5 years ago we were dressed in white in the temple together. 5 years ago our face hurt from smiling in all the pictures and we were able to see so many wonderful friends and family.

August marks 4 years of our struggle with infertility.  This past year has been really hard for us, but I have come to realize that I will be happy sharing my life with Jake, even if no children come to us.  He is kind, gentle, generous, hard-working and patient. He teaches me so much.

 The last few times we have been at Jake's parents house, I've asked him to take me on a scooter ride.  Jake asked me out after a scooter ride together and it's a fun way to remember how funny every love story is. 

 

I love this guy and can't wait to spend many more years with him. 

CO Shopping

I posted some pictures of my CO shopping treasures on sisterview.com. 

 

It was such a wonderful vacation and was good for my soul.

Happy Birthday my love.

Today is Jake's 27th birthday.  We celebrated with friends last night hosting a Rock Band party (per the birthday boy's request).


 
Jake is one amazing (and handsome) man.  This year I have been more grateful every day for having him by my side. He has so many wonderful qualities that help compliment me and I am so thankful for that.
 
Jake is a good sport, a wonderful listener, great at researching things, reliable, kind, funny and so much more. I love getting him laughing really hard because it makes me happy.
 
He is helpful with nieces and nephews and is even obliging. (This is the "I don't really want to, but I'll smile for your picture" look).
Jake shows interest in my activities and encourages me in so many ways. He also helps balance me out and makes me think about so many things. Jake is selfless and gives so much to so many, so when he tells me he wants to do something, I jump on the opportunity as much as possible.

 
Happy Birthday, Jake! Thank you for being the wonderful man, friend, husband, son, uncle, brother that you are.  

super powers

every 6 months

Today is my favorite event that occurs every 6 months.

General Conference for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  I am so excited to listen to a prophet's voice and to feel the Spirit of God that I know will be felt in abundance.  Each time I listen, I am reminded once again of God's overwhelming love for all of His children, the infinite sacrifice and atonement of my Savior, Jesus Christ and it makes me want to become a better person. 

I am so excited to listen to these men who are living prophets and apostles and to hear the word of truth from other speakers as well.

So, this weekend I'll be listening with hope, gratitude, and a prayerful heart that I can know what one thing I can work on to become a better person. It's a spiritual feast and I'm ready for it.

succulents

I am not a plant person.  In fact, I'm surprised our garden has survived as it has.  But, this summer I bought some succulent plants to plant inside. The best thing about them is that you don't have to be a good waterer.

When we were in California this summer, we visited Sherman Gardens. My favorite part was the succulents growing underneath the stairs. I think it would be so cool to do that some day.  just like all the cool vertical garden pictures that I've seen. (Like this one:)

Succulents are my new love.