Moving Buddy...

We Did It!
We finally decided where we should move to...well, more like we took the offer that we had :)
This is our new home.....move over Hillary! That's right! We are moving to Washington D.C. I am excited, scared to death, nervous, anxious, scared to death, happy, sad and SCARED TO DEATH! We went to the temple on Friday, and when we left, I just knew. I have known ever since Devin got back from Washington state for his interview with Amazon. He didn't say hardly anything positive when I talked to him during his layover. I hung up the phone and although I was a bit disappointed (and did I mention scared to death), I knew that if it was the right thing to do, we would figure it all out and make it work. So that's what we are in the process of doing; figuring it all out. We are going to have to fly out there to find a place to live before we actually move, so we have been looking at flights, moving vans, moving pods, you name it, we have been looking into it. The good news is that Devin does have family and Maryland that have been helping us and even offered a place to stay while we are there looking for a place to live. He also has a brother in Connecticut so that will be fun. It will be a drive to see them, but they will be closer than before. All in all: Everything will be new. New place to live, new side of the USA, new baby boy , new job for Devin, and I will get to stay home for the first time in our married lives. I gave my notice at work today and even though my Doctor was upset, I felt like a whole new (scared to death) woman. Wish us luck!

The other member of the fam...

This little dog is Charlie. He lives with my Mom and Ray. He is like the third child in our family. He gets whatever he wants, and if you hang around him long enough, he will talk to you. Sometimes he says mean things, but usually he is a pretty good dog. Devin loves him, and he loves Devin. He likes men better than women (hmm...) and favors Ray over my Mom. He "Tolerates" me and little kids, but would rather chase birds and cats. Devin wants to get a dog like Charlie, and I can't wait. I think every little boy needs a dog. Schnauzers don't shed, so they are easy to keep in the house. We love you smalls!

Bittersweet

Well, He did it! On Friday, Devin graduated from Thunderbird. It was such a great day. The actual graduation was long, but was so good and in a wierd way, uplifting. The CEO of Forbes' Magazine was the keynote speaker and he was so good. He talked a lot about how making goals and keeping them is essential in life. For those of you who didn't know, coming to Thunderbird was a goal/dream of Devin's from the very beginning of his undergrad at UVSC. While he was going to UVSC he always talked about T-Bird, and how great it would be to go there. Thunderbird is THE #1 International Business School in the World!!! So when Devin found out he had been accepted, we cried. I am not kidding he called me in tears and I was freaking out until he said, we are going to Thunderbird. We have love, love, loved Arizona. We have made great friends, learned even more about each other, and Devin has so enjoyed his time and Thunderbird. During the ceremony on Friday one of the speakers really stressed how much family and friends helped the graduates. Devin looked over at me, and we cried together again. This was literally a "Dream Come True" for us both. Now, for the job hunt. Devin was offered a position in Washington D.C. working for the Department of Labor. He is also flying to Washington (the state) on Monday for an interview with Amazon.com. So we will be moving, but we have yet to see where. We will be praying, and looking for answers as to what we should do. We are excited...and yet a little nervous. I am so proud of Devin and I look forward to going with him, wherever he will go!

3D!!!!!!!!

It is hard to believe that we are two-thirds there but here he is in 3D. It has been said that Devin has a big nose and I would say that the baby might be taking after Devin in this department. Amazing what techology can do. We hope to have more 3D images the next time we go to the doc.

Sad Day

Devin and I received some sad news today. Devin's Grandma Ure passed away early this morning. Although she has been ill and without Grandpa for more than six years, we will miss her. She gave us a beautiful quilt for the baby that she handmade. It will be one of the last great-grandkids that will get a blanket, and we feel blessed to have it to share with the baby. We will be going to the funeral over the weekend, and look forward to seeing our families. We love you Grandma!

"Captain"

This is my "little" brother, Chad. I felt a little guilty about not posting a photo of his ugly mug on here. This is not the greatest picture of him either, but that bow around his head "makes the green in his eyes dance." I love spending time with Chad. He is so funny and I am not kidding when I say that my sides hurt whenever we get together. He did a lot of mean things to me when we were younger, but I am working on forgiving him in my counseling sessions right now ;) He's a great brother and for the record he's: SINGLE. So for all my friends who have little sisters or any girl in general email me...I'll get you his digits!!

Just Us Girls

This is another Easter Picture. This was right before we went to Easter Brunch at El Torito. Which by the way is the BEST brunch EVER. They have everything from waffles and sausage to enchiladas and tacos. Its so good and we have made it a tradition to go. We went last year and then again this year. It really isn't a GREAT idea given that both years we have skipped out of church early to go, but I doubt that will stop us next year...if we are near an El Torito. For those of you who have been complaining that I don't have a picture of my belly yet..look closely, it's a lot chubbier than I want to talk about in this picture, and that was a month ago. I promise to get one posted as soon as I have something to get dressed up for. Think about it: Everyone looks a little pregnant in scrubs, which is my wardrobe Monday-Thursday!

Easter

So I am finally updating....but these pictures are old. They are from when the fam came down for Easter, but I just got them in the mail like a week ago, and I am just now updating. I LOVE this picture of Devin. His face is hilarious! He has a water ball in his hand, which he threw at one of the girls. Probably Kaylee, she is always asking for it! Brook looks so cute, I can't even believe she is 6! The harry guy in the back was just walking by and happend to get in the picture..okay just kidding..that's my dad. He'll probably cut me out of the will if he ever sees this...oh well!

HELP!

Okay, last but not least tonight (because Jr. is kicking me and I think it's because he is tired). Devin and I REALLY need help with names. Be serious now. We tried looking through our family history and we weren't real thrilled with the options (no offense to our ancestors). So we are open for suggestions. The only stipulations are that no one can be offended if we don't like your name and don't change it. Also if we do pick a name that you like or suggest...no bragging. Happy Naming!!

Last, but not least

This is my sister Taryn. She is 12 although in this picture she was 11 3/4. If she ever sees that I posted this picture, she will kill me. Somehow I didn't get any good pictures of her while they were down here. Probably because "Willy Wonka" (see post below) had my camera the whole time we were at the park. Taryn is an crazy sister, but she keeps us all on our toes. She has since the day she was born and we love her lots and lots. Sorry this is a bad picture Ladel!!

P.S. since only invited people can see my blog, no one emabarrassing will see this, unless I show that cute boy in my ward :)