Strawberry Days

Pleasant Grove Strawberry Days was last week! We enjoyed lots of fun entertainment. We watched as they set up the Carnival on Wednesday and planned to hit it up on Saturday. Saturday rolled around we headed to the parade. The threatening clouds above didn't damper the spirit and we had a great time! That night we went down to the Carnival only to get rained out. We were kind bummed we didn't get to ride the rides, but the funnel cakes made up for it!



One of the cars exploded right next to us. Kinda scary for the people.

Most unique float by far!

Anniversary Weekend!

Yesterday was our 1 year Anniversary! Time sure does fly by fast! The past 12 months have been wonderful and I know we have great years ahead. Our weekend together was wonderful! On Friday night the school I will be working for in September (gasp... I know lots of you don't know I got a job because I haven't told many people... but I'll be teaching 3rd grade at American Legacy Academy in AF.) So the school was holding a fundraiser, 2nd Chance Prom. This was just an opportunity for adults to have a Prom. So Justen and I got all dressed up and went to Olive Garden and the dance. There was a live band and D.J. We danced till we couldn't dance anymore! It was a blast and I loved I was able to go with my true sweetheart!

On Saturday Justen and I went for a hike to the G, even tho we never actually got to the G, maybe someday we will. Then we headed to Outback Steakhouse. The food was delicious, and we even had a server named Dracula. We never could figure out if he was joking or if that was his real name! We hit up Coney's for some ice cream and just enjoyed our evening.

On Sunday, our actual anniversary, we went to Church and just hung out. We went to a trek fireside. We are going as GRANDPARENTS on our stake trek outing! GASP... we're already grandparents - sure skipped a few steps. And then played the Wii at our friends house.

So all in all our weekend was great! I love Justen so much and I'm so glad I married him! Life just makes sense with each other and we're happy as can bee!

Cami & Jake's Wedding

So after graduation, life got crazy! I went down to Gilbert early with Cami and Jake to help set up things for the wedding. There were a few minor things that went wrong in the early stages, but the whole thing turned out great! They were married in the Mesa Temple on Saturday May 2nd. The reception was at my Dad's house that night. There was a ton of friends and family that came to help celebrate! Thanks to those of you who helped me with the food and decorations! I couldn't have pulled it off without you. We are so happy for Cami and Jake as they begin their new life together. Below are a few pictures of their special day.

Ta-Da! The Moment Has Finally Arrived...

After years and years of late nights, bombed finals, long walks up the BYU hill, and hard core studying... I'm done and GRADUATED!!! The past two days have been wonderful and very memorable. It was a treat to have my parents and Cami & Jake present. Justen was incredible and bought me this lovely corsage I was able to showcase on my special day. Thursday was the large Commencement at the Marriott Center where President Uchtdorf and Elder Nelson addressed us. Today was the Convocation for the David O McKay School of Education. It was such a neat feeling crossing the stage and receiving my diploma. Afterwards we went to Tucanos for lunch. Overall it was incredible and I couldn't have had a better moment. Thank you to all my family and friends who have helped me reach this point in my life. I wouldn't be here without all your love and support! Here's just a few snapshots. My mom will get the rest to me.

How Much Can You Cram Into a Few Weeks?

Oh my goodness! We have been busy bees. First of all I completed student teaching! Yay! It's over and I'm so glad. So I'm just hanging out till graduation trying to find a job. It's tougher than I thought! Good luck to me. Secondly, we are still waiting for a definite yes from Medical Schools. The wait sucks, but we are hopeful. The past few weeks have flown by. Time passes. So much has happened. Yet, it seems like it just occurred yesterday. A few weeks ago we went to the Dinosaur Museum at Thanksgiving Point with our friends Justin and Susan. It was a blast. Justen, being the dino fanatic, was in high heaven. It was really cool, so if you haven't been you should check it out.


Conference was good. We went to Justen's cousins Jim & Lil's for the Sunday afternoon session. After we played football and basketball with the kids. They're just so much fun to play with and we love living close to them.

This past weekend we went to the Manti Temple. We were able to do a session. It was incredible! The temple is gorgeous and very unique. The trip was worth it!

Easter was relatively calm for us. We had a very untraditional meal and we didn't even buy each other chocolate. (I made up for it by making a Texas Sheet Cake) But all in all it was great! We are looking forward to my graduation from the Y and Cami's Wedding and seeing lots of family. Hopefully more good news will follow about Med. School.

Happy Pi Day!

Since we celebrate every holiday and every "not so holiday" in Elementary school we do a lot of random stuff. The kids decided they wanted to celebrate Pi Day (3.14 - Mar. 14) Since the day fell on a Saturday we celebrated it on Friday. That meant Thursday night I was up making pie. I decided to make an apple pie and Justen of course wanted a cherry pie. So I ended up making two pies! I was really proud of myself because they turned out great and tasted wonderful! Thanks to my wonderful mother-in-law and her fantastic pie recipes!



Also on Friday we went to the Draper Temple Open House with our friends The Martin's. It was such a neat opportunity to tour the temple and see this beautiful house of the Lord. I can't wait for it to open so we can attend! The temple was absolutely beautiful and incredible!

2 Much, in 2 Days

Life has been busy for us! Courtney is busy taking care of 1st grade problems, "But teacher, I need a band-aid, I have a paper cut." and Justen has been busy at work trying to get a position filled. We think he's found someone after the 7th try. He was so excited to take over for his department, but he's been pretty busy.

This last Thursday on the 12th was the 1st Grade Patriotic Program! Somehow I was roped into playing the piano. After weeks of practicing I think both me and the kids got the music down. On Thursday the kids had an excellent performance! I was so proud of them and their hard work. The next day was our Valentine's Day Party. This turned out to be pretty crazy, but fun. The kids passed out cards, played don't eat cupid, frosted Granny B cookies and so much more! 1st graders aren't the best "frosters", needless to say there was frosting everywhere! However I think the party was a success and I'm relieved that it's done and over. Below is a picture of me and the class. I've loved first grade and am sad this is my last week. Next week I'm off to 6th grade! It'll be a good change.... I like 6th graders because I can joke with them and I don't get petty questions.

Valentine's was good. We decided to celebrate on Friday and went to P.F. Chang's. The rest of the weekend we just stayed at home and enjoyed the time with one another. This week we're off to Arizona to another interview for Justen for Medical School. Keep your fingers crossed, cause we are :)