Our (first) Valentine's Day

Jeff and I have been together for almost five years now, married for a little over two. And believe it or not, this year was the very first Valentine's Day we've spent together (in the same location). That's the military life for you. The past four February 14th's, he was in

#1. San Antonio, Texas

#2. Yakima, Washington

#3. Fort Irwin, California

and

#4. somwhere, Afghanistan

FINALLY, he's at home!

Needless to say, we couldn't have been happier just spending the night in with our munchkin and watching a movie.

But, being the romantic that my wonderful husband is, despite the fact I told him I didn't want/need a gift... He brought me home a gorgeous boquet of flowers and a WHOLE BAG of Dove chocolates. Gosh, I love that man.

The flowers are so beautiful, and their scent radiates throughout the dining room and kitchen. They are a wonderful reminder that warm weather is coming! And the chocolates, what pregnant girl doesn't love chocolates! Thank you so much to my awesome husband. The best part is that you delivered them to me yourself :)

After discussing it with my mother, I decided my original plan of filling Jeff's whole car with balloons while he was at work probably wasn't the best route (my lungs can't handle that many balloons on their own). So I opted to make him this huge, obnoxiously girly card instead.

Thanks Kellee for showing me how to make those awesome flowers (that make up the heart)!

After these were exchanged, we sat down and had a wonderful family dinner: salad, lasagna, and garlic bread. Family dinners always have a way of making me feel so blessed. We try try to have dinner together at the table at least 5 times a week. I think it's very important not only for Jeff and I, but also for Jack (and in the future, baby bean)!

Daddy was on munchkin bath detail following dinner, while I cleaned up the kitchen and living room of debris from what we call hurricane Jack.

He cleans up pretty nicely, don't you think? Unfortunately, I can't say the same about him holding still so this is best picture of him I could get before bed.

We watched the movie "Red" with Bruce Willis and Morgan Freeman. We were both laughing through the whole thing. I'm not sure if it's supposed to be that much of a comedy, but anything with Bruce Willis and Morgan Freeman together makes me laugh. And there's a character, Marvin, that you just can't help but love because he's so goofy. If you haven't seen it, definitely rent it from Redbox (Only $1 that way!). And it's a movie both you and your spouse can enjoy.

I hope everyone had a wonderful Valentine's Day!

Seattle Weekend

This past weekend we were lucky enough to be picked to attend a marriage retreat in downtown Seattle. The Army covers the hotel charges, provides catered meals, pays for certified childcare all weekend, and we get to learn about how we can enhance our marriage and explore the city! All we had to do is drive ourselves there. 

If you've never been on a marriage retreat (and you get the opportunity to do so) I highly encourage it. We learned about about how unknown expectations can affect your marriage, how important forgiveness is, and were reminded how in love we are :)

And we also got the opportunity to spend some time together without the munchkin! We went to the Experience Music Project / Science Fiction Museum. There wasn't much Science Fiction stuff in there right now because they are remodeling to include a big exhibit on the movie Avatar (due to open June 4, 2011).

But I did make sure to get a picture of R2D2 from the Star Wars series for my mom and little brother, Max.

The music part was really cool, they had the "music lab" which was a big collection of many instruments and rooms where you could play, and play with your friends. They even have a studio stage where you and your family/friends can play/sing as if you were in a band for 10ish minutes. And then you can buy your video if you want. It was pretty awesome.

They had a big exhibit on Jimi Hendrix with lots of his clothing and guitars, and an even bigger exhibit on the different styles of guitars through the years. 

In the middle of the building was a HUGE instrument tower, sort of hard to explain.. but lucky for you, I got a picture of that too.

It's made mostly of guitars and its TWO STORIES tall!

After the EMP/SFM we went to see a movie, something we haven't done in a long time.

We decided on this one, and weren't disappointed at all!

No Strings Attached

It was hilarious. Natalie Portman and Ashton Kutcher were both amazing. I would definitely reccomend it, and I think Jeff would too!

Things that make us excited for Fort Campbell

Since we found out we're moving, Jeff and I have been constantly saying "And you know what else will be awesome when we move...(insert reason why moving to Fort Campbell is amazing)". So I've decided to write them down.

Things that make us excited for Fort Campbell

1. its six hours from home, hello!

3. SUN!!!!!! getting an actual tan in the summer

2. snow, sledding, building snowmen

3. The Corvette museum is close

4. Nashville is only an hour away

5. I can finally take Jeff to Dollywood, the Smokies, and Gaitlinburg

6. Friends and family will be able to come visit more often

7. Bob Evans, Steak and Shake, and Buffalo Wild Wings

8. It's in the Herr's potato chips distributing area

9. Seeing the leaves changed all around us in the fall

10. Being close to great friends (thats you Amber Easley and Amber Welton!)

11. The chance to have another cross country roadtrip

More to come when Jeff gets home and reminds me of all the random conversations about how happy we are and about what.

FREE Purse Photo Book from Walgreens

I am loving Walgreens photo center more and more every day. They frequently have amazing FREE offers.

I discovered this one a little late, but right now they are offering a FREE Purse Book. (You do have to pay shipping, however)

Through January 22nd, (that's tomorrow) you can upload your photos and create a purse book up to 20 pages for FREE! 

Just enter the coupon code: PURSE at checkout.  

Orders must be placed by 11:59pm Central Time, January 22nd (tomorrow).

We got orders!

FINALLY!

Come May, we are outta here! Fort Lewis, WA that is. Where are we going you ask?

....................................

FORT CAMPBELL, KENTUCKY



Too old too fast

At least for mama, jack is growing up entirely too quickly. Last night was his first night in his toddler bed. After realizing he was supposed to go to sleep, he did just fine. Unlike his mama, who was a blubbering mess! I just can't believe how big he is. They say time flies when it comes to your children, and they are so right. I can still remember the first night he was at home in his crib like it was yesterday and now he doesn't even need a crib!

Everyone keeps saying.. "Don't worry your having another one remember?" But its so not the same. Not saying I won't be totally in love with baby bean as well (or that I won't be a blubbering mess when he/she moves to a toddler bed). Jack and I have been through a lot together in his short life, and I'm not sure how I would have made it through some days without him. He's taught me so much about myself and about love. That baby boy -err- little man is amazing. I guess I should suck it up and be thankful for the opportunity God has given me to watch him grow up.

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The Holidays are Over

Pheewwwwwwwww. They are over. Not to say I didn't have a GREAT Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years.. but man, I'm glad to be getting a routine back.

Things that happened over the past month

*We hosted our very first thanksgiving on our own and prepared food for 12 people (and had a great time!)

*My best friend Erin came to visit

*One of our houseguests moved out

*We had a baby bean appt where we got to see he/she moving around!

*We went shopping on Christmas Eve where we surprised each other with these:

(I got a new phone, and Jeff got a new BIG tv)

*We skyped with our families in Ohio on Christmas morning and had a great time

*We watched these:

and

(both were hilarious)

*And last but not least, our best friends Jake and Emma had a baby girl.. Selah Joy!

What have you been up to lately?