I need a time out...

Today is bad. So bad that I had to get on mt soap box and cry a river. So here it goes: It took me an HOUR to get home from work today. I was in Saratoga and I loath Saratoga. I stayed on one road (basically in one spot) for 30 mins. I have to drive with stupid Utah drivers and get a rock chip in my window...again. I also hate that Semi-trucks can get away with ruining my windshield. I get home. Turn on the TV and the ONLY channel we are getting is the Mexican channel. UGH! I don't live in freaking Mexico. I am not ok with having a Spanish speaking teacher for kids to "learn" English when our Special Needs kids can't get a one-on-one aides. I am not ok with paying taxes for illegal immigrants to use the hospital as their one stop Doctor apts. I am not ok with jobs going to illegal immigrants when we have thousands of our citizens who need jobs. I am not ok with enabling these illegal immigrants to get the lifestyle they have without doing it the legal and right way. I am perfectly happy and appreciate those who do come here (the U.S) legally, learn English and contribute every bit as much as someone who was born here. There. After stupid traffic, a rock chip, some other petty stuff I couldn't even write down, and a Mexican channel for TV, I realize I have it pretty good. I have a car to drive in traffic, a job to wear me out, a family to come home to and a TV to watch something (even if it's not in English). I thought about erasing this instead of posting it but I think I will keep in case my bad mood tries to strike again. I need to remember what really matters and how many blessing I have in my life. (I still think TV should be in English.)

Yosemite

Caleb is Jarebare's favorite. He will tell you this openly.

Caleb and I went for a hike and meet up with everyone else after. We took them to a bridge and I lifted Jared up so he could see the view. He took a look and said "This is the most beautiful place eva!" It was so genuine and adorable. He can't say his /r/ sound.

Quinn and Jake before the night show or maybe they were taking a break. I wish you could see Jake's face, he's too cute. Don't you just love the mini camping chairs!

The hubs and I.

My mom and I. Once again I wish I had more pics of the family. Hum maybe if you have some you could email them to me?

The GParents minus Johnny who was too new to come to the Y party.

I have no idea why the spacing between pictures is different. Anyway, here we are at Yosemite. We went with my family (minus Kelly, Brent and Johnny). We had a blast! After our 12 hour drive we were so glad to see Kristie, Dave, Mattie, Jake, Mom, Dad, Khloe, Jarebear, Katie, Aaron and Quinn. My parents let us crash with them in their cabin, nothing better than a SLUMBER PARTY!!!! We had a great time swimming in freezing cold water, going on hikes, seeing the Redwood Trees, more hikes, bike rides with cute kids and seeing TWO bears. Who were in deed too close for comfort, a lot of deer, eating yummy food cooked by my bil Dave, the best bonfire with a light show like no other! We really had a great time. It was so fun to see my family and to enjoy the beautiful earth we have. We can't wait for next time!

Idaho

After Montana we were able to meet up with Joe and Steff in Idaho. We stayed with Steff's family and ran a 5k on the 4th of July. It was both of our slowest 5ks but that's what we get for staying up and playing too hard. I wish I had a picture of all four of us after the race but I left my camera. After that we went to the parade. Please note the tree of liberty with Obama as the axe. Um can we say right winged repubs?!?! Crazy. I know most of you aren't Obama supporters (I have some issues with him) but lets not hate our President. We went to a yummy
breakfast, took a very long nap and went to an awesome firework show. They time the radio with the fireworks and it is a great show. If I had been thinking I would have snapped more pictures.

This is BEAR COUNTRY

We were able to take a ride on the four wheeler. The best was Brian's dad would pick up the yard on the four-wheeler.

Just look at the pure joy on these boy's faces. This was a level 3 and a blast. Becka and I went in a 6 peson raft and she hasn't sent me pictures of those yet...

The plug in the raft came undone and flooded the raft. They had to pull over and let the water out. It was beyond freezing cold water.

This is Becka and Brian. They were awesome enough to let us stay with them at their family cabin. It was a really sweet cabin and I can't believe I didn't get a picture of it.

This is Bear Country Breakfast. You have to eat big to play big. We did both.

Bear Country is also know as Big Sky.

And the dog. Caleb fell in love with this dog. She was such a good dog. We had a blast in Bear Country. We couldn't take a ton of pictures because we were in the river most of the time. We had fun rafting in the river by their cabin, and also when we loaded up and drove somewhere and everyone (like 20 people) rafted down a huge river. It was beautiful in Bear Country.

Vegas baby

The hubs and I went to Vegas for our two year. We stayed at the Monte Carlo. We had a sweet room, enjoyed some time by the pool and doing everything for free that we could find. We went to a time share presentation and got tickets to Mystere. It was awesome. Caleb got pulled up on stage as "the man in the box". While he was in a box being pulled on stage the presenter came and had a date with me. It was so crazy to be the people from the audience that got to be in the act. But it was a good show and we had a blast being part of it. We went to the M&M factory and found our wedding M&Ms. We went to every major casino and checked out what they had. Our favorite by far was the Belagio. We went to Paris for our food, they have the best food and the BEST crepes! We enjoyed all the night water and flame shows. Aside from the "dirty" parts of Vegas we loved it- who can beat eating soft serve after your breakfast buffet???

Just keep waiting....

It has been forever since I have posted an update on our blog. We have done so much and I have really awesome pictures to post...just not right now. Our life has taken a few changes. 1) Caleb is the 2nd counselor of a SINGLES ward at BYU! I am not at all surprised that he got the call but I am surprised that it happened while I was married to him ( I know they wouldn't give to him if he were single but still). So far so okay. I don't hate it like I thought I would and some days I love it. It has been an adjustment for us both, Caleb is gone A LOT. He has meetings and church stuff a lot. I go to church by myself, sit by myself ( well not really the ward is super friendly and they always sit by me). We went to the R.S. ward camp-out. I had to give a talk-weird. They sang church songs for an hour- even more weird. But live and learn. 2) We MOVED! Yes we took the plunge. We are renting a HOUSE in Provo. IT is amazing. It has 2 bedrooms, huge living room split kitchen too funny to explain, central AIR, new paint, no mold everything we could hope for PLUS a BACKYARD! Needless to say we will be having a BBQ soon. 3) We are going to Oceanside this weekend! Our favorite place to soak up the sun, run, kayak, save sea animals and play with family. I will do my best to post pictures of our past few months. Some things to look forward to ( because I know you are just dying..) Vegas trip, Bear Country, Idaho, Yosemite and tons more.

HEY LADY,

Happy Birthday! I love you tons and miss you tons. I am so lucky to have a mom like you. You rock! Thanks for giving life to me, raising me, teaching me about stuff, showing me stuff, taking me on rides, stupid road trips, feeding me...The list goes on and on mom. But there are a few items I would like to stress: 1) Thanks for stressing the value of education. I am amazed how little kids my age lack a desire to get an education. That was never an option for any of us girls. You taught us to get an education in something we value and to DO something with it. You provided so much for us. 2) Thanks for speaking you mind...I know where I came from. You stand your ground and speak your mind. I love that about you mom! It helps that you have a high voice and smile so people don't have a chance to think your insulting them! 3) Thanks for teaching me to be a GIRL. You know what I'm talking about. I ALWAYS wear a SLIP. I see SO many girls that do NOT and need too. I know how to sit, eat, act like a LADY because you taught us mom. 4) Thanks for teaching me to have fun. You have a positive outlook on life mom and that is contagious. 5) Thanks for practicing what you preach. You love the gospel and you live the gospel. Thanks for being understanding while I figured things out. Lady, I love you. You are my best friend. I wish I could be there on your BDAY to celebrate with you. I hope you have a great day. I love and miss you tons. Happy BDAY!!!