Slacking!

I am such a slacker! Truth is, I dont have that much excitement in my life to blog about!  Well I do have some excitement, but most of it is private, and nobodies business :) I recently celebrated one year at my job.  I love it. I am excited about going to work (Most days) i love having bosses with my same standards.  My boss frequently tells me "If you ever need a temple day, just let me know!" He's a great man and VERY patient!  Nick and I have been married about 2 and a half years, and couldn't be happier.  Gilly is almost three (yes we had a puppy out of wedlock, please, dont tell the bishop!) and is CUTER than ever!  Other than that we are pretty boring.  We are looking into buying my parents rental house in the next year or so. Its a lot bigger, and in a much nicer area for us to start our family in.  We spend alot of time with our best friend, Jake.  He is such a sweetheart, and hilarious.  We love him to death.  I've also been spending alot of time with Rachel and Noah, which has been BLISS.  I love my big seester sooo much.  And I love that Noah says "Wee- neee" Everytime he see's me. He is my lil angel... I dont think I could love even my own kids as much as I love that lil monkey :)

We had a nice vacation with my family at pineview reservoir over the 4th of July this year.  We had an unexpected last minute guest, My grandpa!  At first we were all a little bit hesitant as to how it would go.  But honestly, it was a BLAST.  He was alot of fun, and when he saw the fireworks and the parade, he looked like a little boy.  I have loved spending tons of time with my family and getting to know my Grandpa a little bit better.

We are working on remodeling as much of the house as possible in order to sale it for decent price.  So I probably wont blog for a while, I know you'll miss me ;)

Happy Mothers Day!!!

Since its almost mothers day, I thought I would post about the wonderful mothers in my life....

First of all my beautiful mommy: You are my best friend, my shoulder to cry on, and the person that keeps my world going.  I dont know what I would do without you, mom. Thank you for teaching me responsibility, and most importantly, loving people no matter what.  You taught me to be the bigger person, to keep my standards high, and to always remember who I am, and where I came from.  You are seriously the most incredible person I have EVER met. You always know when to call or text me. You are one of the only people in the world I feel like I can talk to about anything.  Thank you so much for all you have/continue to teach me! Love you, Rosa ;)

Next, My mother in-law, Carolyn:  You have always been there for Nick and I.  You are always there when I need to vent (you lived with him for 19 years, so you know what I go through ;)) Just kidding, you raised a WONDERFUL man, and I am eternally grateful for you for teaching him respect, and hard work. Love you!!

My big sister, Rachel: You are an incredible mom! You never cease to amaze me.  I look at you with Noah and PRAY that I can be half the mom you are someday!  Noah is VERY lucky to have you as his mom, you are beautiful, and an incredible example to me. You are my best friend, and my sister. The best of both worlds. I love you!

My big sister, Char:  You are such a cute little mommy!  Jarron and Kennedi are both very lucky to have you, and I am so grateful that you are my big sister. Thank you for all the talks, and laughs. Thanks for always being there for me. I love your guts!!

My big sister, Angie: You are such an awesome mom.  You got handed a very difficult hand, butyou handle being a single mom so well.  You are such a great example to me on how to keep going when it seems like you have hit the bottom.  You are so strong, I know you realize this now.  You are one of my favorite people in the whole world.  Elliot is so blessed to have you as his mommy, and I am so grateful to have you as my sister.  Just remember, with the gospel, and family, you can make it through anything. I'm always here for you, and I love you!!

My big sister, Janessa:  I am SOOOO excited that you are having a girl! I can't wait to spoil her rotten!  You guys have done so well with Xander, he is turning into an incredible little boy.  You are soo great with him and Elliot.  You are a wonderful mom, and are so dedicated to that little boy of yours.  I cant wait to meet Jadus (Spelling?) she's gonna be beautiful (just like you!) I love you very much!!

Two years....

Just over two years ago, I knelt across the altar, and was sealed to my wonderful husband for time and all eternity. We've hit some bumps in the road, but made it through holding hands. I love that man more than anything in this whole world. He is my rock. I cant imagine my life without him. 2 years down, a million more to go ♥

Where there is no struggle, there is no strength

Have you ever seen my mom and superman in the same room? Me either. This weekend I realized the millionth reason why I KNOW my mom is superWOman.  Her mother, my grandma Carol passed away last Thursday. SO my beautiful mother put together an incredible funeral, complete with a musical number by all 12 grandchildren that she managed to get other the same roof at the same time (We have some from Vegas, Washington, and all over Utah) She barely shed a single tear, and just pretty much held everybody else together.  She has taken care of my beautiful grandmother for over 40 years. Being by her side through everything, whether it was convenient for her or not.  She held her hand at the hospital as she was dying. That is true bravery. Facing a problem rather than hiding in the corner.  She is my example of strength. Just holding those around her up with a smile on her face.  I love this woman more than she'll ever realize.  Now she gets to take on the responsibility of helping my cute little grandpa keep it together until he can do it himself.

On another note, I worry about my Grandpa so much. What do you tell a 66 year old man to do all day when all he ever knew was caring for his wife? He is just so loving. Ever since she died last Thursday he has come to my moms several times to see if we need anything.  I am so grateful for the knowledge we have, that my grandma is waiting for us, and we WILL see her again someday.  What a beautiful funeral today for such a beautiful woman.

A little note to my Grandma:

I know we didn't have the closest relationship in the world.  But I hope you realize how much you meant to me and how much I loved you.  Please watch over Grandpa and my mom especially. They need you. I promise to take care of them for you, and we will all be up there before you know it.  And make sure you teach my future babies everything you know before you send them down to me. Take care of them and love them for me, because they need to know they have a great grandma as their guardian angel.  I will always be your Panda Bear. See you soon. I love you so much ♥

Colorado

Nick and I had the opportunity to go see a Colorado Avalanche game this past weekend. It was a great game, despite them losing in overtime. We also had the opportunity to go visit my Aunt and Uncle while we were there. They spoiled us rotten. We sure wish they lived closer to us. This past Tuesday was my beautiful mommy's birthday. So last night we went to dinner and told stories about her and about our childhood. Man I am so blessed with my family. A few of the highlights (inside jokes) "I forgot there were stairs"
Brandon"Who's that" Rachel "Jesus Christ" Mom back hands Rachel thinking shes swearing. "Jarron dont climb on that fence/cathouse/anything" "I dare you to hit me" Mom: Randi Clean your room Me: No Mom: Excuse me? Me: I said No. Mom: You're gonna get in trouble. Me: We'll see about that. Mom: We'll see about what? Me: When MY daddy gets home, he'll clean it for me. Mom: Rolls Eyes. Dad: Comes home and cleans my room :) We had such a fun childhood. I wouldnt trade it or my family for the world.

take my hand, together we can do it im gonna love you through it..

So I have a new favorite song. It talks about a woman with breast cancer and her husband is so sweet and supportive. My favorite line is when she says I cant handle it anymore the song says then he took her in his arms and said that's what my love is for cause when you're weak I'll be strong when you let go I 'll hold on when you need to cry I swear that I 'll be there to dry your eyes. when you feel lost and scared to death like you cant take one more step, just take my hand together we can do it. I'm gonna love you through it. This song reminds me of my sweet husband. He is always there for me. He is my rock and he holds my world together. I love you so.much, baby! I couldn't have asked for a better eternal sweetheart!!!

"Whatever our calling, regardless of our fears or anxieties, let us pray and then go and do!"

About 2 months ago I was called in to teach the Valiant 9 class in my wards primary. I thought easy, no sweat. They are young, and will hang on every word. Which is mostly true, however I have learned so much from these sweet kids. One of the most important lessons I have learned is patience. I remember talking to Nick after being called, my only worries were patience, and my anxiety. I got called in to be set apart for this new adventure and the first words of his blessing were "Sister Weight, we bless you with the courage and patience to teach the Lords children" I was absolutely breathless. I knew I needed this, but how did Brother Fil know? It was incredible. Then Nick got set apart as the Sunday School Secretary, in his blessing they told him to love and cherish his wife. So needless to say almost every day since than I tell him to get me a drink or a snack or something and end with "Bishop says to cherish me so you better do it or im telling" Yes im a 5 year old at heart. dont hate. It doesn't work anymore anyway :)

Life is pretty much the same around here. I work full time. Nick works full time and goes to school whenever he's not at work. I miss him. haha.

We are remodeling our kitchen now that the basement is finished. First thing to go? The nasty linoleum. Nicks Dad and Jake have been such troopers helping with EVERYTHING. And I am so proud of my cute hubby for all of his hard work and willingness to learn. We have most of the cement board down now, just a few more pieces than we get to lay out the tile. I love that our house is slowly becoming a home.

We have been going to the temple alot more lately. And it has made me realize how blessed I am. I am sealed to my best friend and the love of my life FOREVER. I cant even imagine life without him. He is my rock. And I cant wait to start a family with him, and grow old and gray together. ♥