My life

The New Blog...

2011-08-02T23:25:00.000-06:00

Its official. We have a new blog. Click here or save this link as our new link: http://ohatravelingwellgo.blogspot.com/

Thanks for the memories and here's to many more!

New Blog

2011-08-02T17:28:00.000-06:00

So, I guess sometimes you just have to change things up, so I am starting a new blog. I haven't gotten an address for it yet, but once I do, it will be my final post on this site.

Relay for Life

2011-06-06T13:59:00.000-06:00

This last weekend was the Relay for Life in BE county. I wasn't going to do Relay this year. But thanks to some awesome friends, I was able to meet my fundraising goal. This year was pretty emotional for me. I miss my dad a lot. He was always there for me, no matter what. I wish I still could talk to him and joke with him. He wasn't perfect, but he was my dad and I loved him. Here's to Lou!

Define yourself...

2011-04-24T09:21:00.000-06:00

In that movie, Runaway Bride, there is a scene where Julia Roberts' character has to figure out what kind of eggs she really likes, because for so long she has feigned her style due to who she was dating. This scene keeps playing over and over in my mind because I feel that way about everything in my life. I don't think I have ever taken the time to figure out who I am. I have spent my entire life pleasing everyone else. I was the best daughter, sister, friend and neighbor because I was always living my life to please everyone else. I was always so unhappy. Well, I want to figure out what kinds of eggs I like. I want to know what my style is and who I really am. I am not completely lost for I know that I love Gary. I know that I love to serve people. I am most at home and at ease with myself when I am serving people. What I don't know is what color to paint my bedroom, what kind of clothes I want to where and what sport I want to pursue-I know I have an athletic heart, but not a competitive heart. In the end, Julia Roberts' character decides she actually doesn't like eggs at all. I don't know what I will find at the end of this journey, but I have hope it will be a positive experience and I will be much happier in my own skin...I hope.

The Storms of Life

2011-04-18T21:31:00.001-06:00

Recently I had an euphoric experience as I found a great job after looking for sometime. I was so happy. I contribute this to mine and my family and friends' prayers, as well as that everlasting positive thinking. The same day I found out that I had the job, I found this great little house in Clearfield that was for rent. It was the perfect price and included all the utilities. My mom and I went the next day and looked at it. I was in communication with the owners of the home via email. I felt so excited. New job and new house in the same day.

Everything was finally falling into place and our luck had really finally changed. Today, was the day I was to send the rent money. I got cash from the bank and went to wire the cash to the owners and they, in turn, would send the keys. After I got home from the Western Union shop, I had a message from my friend (who always has my back). She said that after hearing about the situation, she felt kind of sick inside. So she did some research and found that the house was for sale and that it was a HUD home (a.k.a, owned by the government). I ran down to Western Union and they were able to not only stop the payment, but they refunded the fee as well.

HELLO, HEARTBREAK!!! I can't believe that I fell for that. I know better. My heart hurts tonight for that perfect moment where I had my dream work out.

On the bright side, I know that I have at least one friend who is so true to me that she was willing to rescue me from a big mistake at risk of our relationship. I also know that I will never get that stupid about renting a property again. I got my money back and I am better off in the longrun. But for tonight, I am going to feel heartbreak for that perfect situation. My luck, though seems to be slowly improving, is still not good.

Positive Thinking

2011-04-13T23:16:00.000-06:00

For the last month, I have been moping about the house feeling sorry for myself because things were not where I wanted them in my life. No job, family issues and the tremendous guilt from not sticking to my diet. But recently, I have been reminded of the power of positive thinking. Its been said that athletes and other successful people use positive thinking to motivate, encourage, and achieve the awards they seek. How does it work? An athlete might spend time before the competition, meditating on winning the race, catching the ball, hitting the home run, or making that 3 point shot. They think it through fully from start to finish. They can imagine themselves running fast and crossing the finish line.

The same principle can apply to our everyday lives. If there is a difficult task at hand, take the time to ponder it and think it through fully from start to finish. Meditate finishing the task successfully.

I have neglected to do this. I have neglected a lot of things. But, for this week or for now, I am going to practice this. Many of our stumbling blocks in life are based on our mental hinderance of our phyche. I plan to fight through that until my stumbling blocks become stepping stones.

Moore Happenings...

2011-04-11T18:38:00.000-06:00

New Laptop!

LOVE LOVE LOVE

Several employment prospects.

Happy Happy JOY JOY

Mr. Moore's at the top of his class in every class.

WOOT WOOT

Home from 2 week Caribbean Cruise vacation.

WHAAAAAHHHH ;(

Still have a tan.

ROCKIN' IT

Hopeful for the future, living for today.

PEACE, HOPE, JOY

2011-02-17T10:25:00.000-07:00

She woke in the morning knowing she had to return a phone call she received late last night. She had worried and fretted about it for a long time because, you see, it was from someone she knew a long time ago. He wanted to tell her his life is changing. What did that mean? New opportunities, new beginnings, new life. But this road was short lived for another, greater adventure was waiting in the wings like a shadow in the dark, waiting to step into the light and making his presence known.

2011-02-16T14:15:00.000-07:00

Once upon a time there was this girl. She was a smart girl and a happy girl, but unbeknownst to her, she was about to start the adventure of a lifetime...

Hello World,,,if your still out there.

2011-02-11T16:29:00.000-07:00

The last few month have been a whirl wind and I am very sorry I havent blogged lately. Sometimes you think that your life has nothing to write about. Other times you wonder how you'll ever get it all in. This is somewhere in the middle.

Where are we?
We are still living in Perry. I made my mom's basement into an apartment, sort of. Gary and I have been here for a while now and are anxious to move. I love Perry and my mom, but I also love my own space and time. It has become a valuable commodity in my life. I have decided that I am pretty selfish. Some of that comes from laziness and some comes from shyness. Where ever it comes from, I caught it.

Gary started school in January. He is excelling in all his classes and he really loves it. He is working graves and going to school and spending every other weekend with his kids in Idaho, so I don't see him very often. Its actually made me appreciate him a lot more and I get giddy when we get to spend time together. I haven't had that feeling in a while.

I am done with school as of December 13 and I am currently looking for work. I have decided to go on and become a professor, but I do need some work experience to move on with that goal. So hopefully, I can get some soon and be on my way. Its really funny that I spend all my life hating school and I was always a terrible student, but now I seem to be like a fish out of water when I am not in school. I miss it.

Both Gary and I are getting ready to head to the Southern Caribbean on an 11 day cruise. We are so excited. Our trip will consist of three days in Puerto Rico before setting sail to visit nine other islands. We are so excited for this opportunity to go and renew our relationship and spend time with good friends.

So thats us in a nut shell. I hope that I will have the motivation to blog more often, but I am not making promises. I can't seem to keep them...;)

Ode to the Holidays

2010-12-02T09:29:00.000-07:00

When its time for the turkey to cook,

its hard to remember how you look,

For we eat and eat and eat some more,

and before we know it, there ain't no more.

We traveled to Rexburg, the coldest place around

it was so snowing and icy, there weren't no ground.

We visited and played and painted little men,

they were gingerbread, about a a million plus ten.

A new game we played, once learned before,

Its called Rage, you see. Of course I got high score.

We had pumpkins in pie and chocolate as well,

then off to sleep. Oh, we slept so swell.

Gary took me to the movies, on a date you see.

We saw that new Disney, Tangled in 3D.

Then of to Target, to find some great deals,

But my wallet was missing so back we pealed.

They gave me a flashlight to search the seats,

I found it hiding there, under everyone's feets

Being all funned out and ready to head

Its back to Rexburg and back to bed.

We had a good visit and we had a good time,

We left without apples, lemons or limes.

Its nice to be gone, to visit family afar

But its great to be home and not in the car.

Now to finish up school by December ten,

I am working and writing and not using a pen.

A few days for the grands who love to play

Back to real life, real world, and back today.

Check it out!

2010-11-15T00:34:00.000-07:00

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Oh, the guilt...

2010-10-07T14:34:00.004-06:00

As I am finishing the last semester of my Tech Writing program, I realize how I have neglected my blog. Me, the "professional writer", has neglected to write anything on my blog. Well, I guess that is because I have fallen deep into the well of normalcy. I say that because I see that there is not much to report on the home front. I started school in late August. I have been diligently attending school and not working. Gary has been working diligently at Lifetime Products and loving it.

So what is there to report? How about Gary cutting his thumb on a backboard and having to get stitches? Thats right folks. He came home and said, "hey, look what I did today." I threw up a little in my mouth. Yuck.

How about Jennie ripping all the wallpaper down in the Dining Room along with removing the popcorn ceiling and paint off the cabinet doors. Its become the bain of my existence. I love designing and remodeling, but when it turns into a month long (or longer) project, then I have to say, UGH!!! I know its going to be worth it in the end though. I am really excited for the end result. By the way, if anyone wants to come help, PLEASE DO!!! ;)

So that pretty much sums up our life for the last six weeks. I can post pics of the dining room soon. WOOT WOO!!! Until then, enjoy!

MIA

2010-08-23T02:00:00.005-06:00

Okay, so I know that I have probably lost all my followers. Yes, all three of you, but lets just say that my summer has been more than eventful. To start, my former co-workers and I had created a team to represent our family and friends at the Relay for Life in Logan.

We worked hard all the month of May and June to do fund raising for our team. We raised over $1,000, for which I am very proud. The Relay took place in Logan at USU track. It was HOT, HOT, HOT!!! That was on July 9th and 10th.

The week before that, we (my entire family) celebrated the 4th of July by hosting our large family float in the Perry 4th of July Parade. For the first time, we didn't have my dad there. But, ironically, the theme of the parade was "Honoring our Hero's". There was a bitter-sweet feeling in me as we gather together to decorate the float, line up for the parade, and as we made our way along the parade route. I felt like it may be the last time the Reese's are a part of the Perry Parade.

Our first parade was when I was 8. My dad had built a tractor (which we still have) and a trailer (which we don't have). My sisters made a sign that was attached to the trailer like an arch that read "Grandpa Reese's Little Piece's". The rest was history. We spent every 4th there after dressed in orange and walking, riding, or skateboarding down that parade route. I am proud to have been a part of it.

Now, the week before the 4th, we had our annual Reese Reunion. My family all gathered at Crystal Hot Springs and played and played until we were all red as beets from the sun. Gary and I had Kason, Kaybreigh and Tyson with us. It was a LOT of work but very fun.

Fast forward now to after the Relay for Life. We have since spent the summer enjoying our freetime (what we have of it) and enjoying each other. We try to go on bike rides and enjoy the country side, take care of the garden, and play with Gary's grandkids. Its been an adventure to say the least.

We took a fun trip to the zoo, but by the end of 5 hours, everyone was dog-tired including the adults.

2010-05-26T22:37:00.003-06:00

Dings in the wall,
Carpet a little worn,
Dirt in the window sill,
The door so adorn.

What was once my life,
isn't any more.
With so many changes--
a lot for sure.

I look back at life's lessons
With a little sorrow,
And look back and smile
It'll be better tomorrow.

A lesson was taught
A lesson's been learned
A family, yes we are
And forever earned.

Goodbye to the house,
And hello to the free.
For tomorrow is come
For him and for me.

May 26, 2010.

Commitment.

2010-05-25T05:36:00.003-06:00

It feels like an eternity since I have blogged and I have been feeling very guilty about it. But I have been thinking a lot lately about commitment. I have talked before about commitment in dealing with weight loss and such, but this time around, I have been thinking of commitment in general. For instance, I have been asking myself "how committed are you in life?" "How committed are you in your relationship?" "How committed are you to your religion?" "How committed are you to your family?"

I have heard it said that it is within the trials of life that your true character appears. As I ponder that saying, I wonder why my true character is such a wuss.

As most of you know, I was married almost 3 years ago (in September). I knew before I got married that my sweetheart had four teenagers that had some problems. Well, for about the first year of our marriage, when people would ask how its going, I would always say, "Marriage is great, but parenthood sucks!" I was consistantly trying to fix Gary's kid's problems, so they would be kid's with no problems (or smaller ones anyway). By the time I realized that I no longer needed to "fix" these kids, but just love them, it was too late. The damage was done. They hate me--and rightfully so. In the effort to fix these kids, I gave them just one more person to distrust. One more person that is not on their side.

I look at my mom who so valiantly raised her own kids and others. In the midst of her adversity, she bloomed and grew by leaps and bounds. She had it hard. Very hard. But she never let her children ever feel like they were not loved.

When I think about my commitment to my family, I think about my mom and her commitment to her family. She was committed and nothing was going to tear her away from her commitment. My mother is a rock, an angel. She suffered greatly in her life. I often ask why she didn't quit? She just replies "quitting is not an option."

Am I committed? I don't really know yet. I want to be. I want to build strong characteristics and become a better person, a person like my mom. Strong, obedient, determined, righteous, and brave. For now, I am working on being committed. I am working on being better.

As for my sweet troubled kids, I love them dearly and I am so sorry for everything that I put them through (even though I still don't approve of their actions). Its not until recently that I realized they had enough on their plate without adding a wicked step-mother into the mix. I am so very sorry. Their father is my sweetheart and will be forever--I am so lucky to have him and I wouldn't change anything about our life together. For me, in this moment, its perfect.

What I have been doing lately!

2010-04-30T00:00:00.003-06:00

1. School, school, school. April was our last month of the semester and I have been busy trying to get all my projects done. However, I still have 2 papers and 2 projects to finish by tomorrow. I think I can do it!

2. Work. NO WAY!! I quit my job at State Farm at the end of March and have been happily concentrating on me, school, home, and Gary for the month of April. However, my free time has been eaten up by all the housework, schoolwork and life that has happened.

Starting May 3rd, I will be working for a company called TopTenReviews.com. I will be an intern for just the summer and I hopefully will learn a great deal regarding editing, and writing. I am just really excited to be working in the business.

3. Church. I am still serving in the Webelos once a week, but I have been released from my other callings. Its been nice to go to church on Sunday and actually enjoy what is going on, instead of worrying about primary! LOVE IT!

4. Play. Gary has worked extra hard to get the bike out and ride worthy. We have a new Mustang seat that makes the ride a lot more comfortable for everyone involved. Also, I have new floor boards to rest my feet. Riding has been a lot more fun for us, but then it snowed and now we have to wait for the weather to warm up again? WTF, Mother Nature?

Also, we recently purchased a new bigger tent (6 man) to go camping this summer. Gary and I have only gone camping once our entire marriage. I love camping! So this year, we are making a better commitment to go! Gary was so excited he also bought a new lantern. He broke it out the other day when the power died. It stunk up the whole house. I know why we just use them outside.

5. Family. I have been spending a lot more time with my family since Dad died and especially with my mom. Its been healing for both of us to talk and laugh and cry. I really am glad I have my mom so close to me that we can share and heal together.

Well, that is our post for now. I hope to be writing much more in the near future as I continue to practice, practice, practice my writing.

2010-03-29T18:56:00.001-06:00

LOU’S GONE FISHING! King Louie caught his limit here and has now Gone Fishin’ in
a better place. LouDell Reese was born May 20, 1926 in Malad, ID to Nette Mary Abter
and Louis Lorenzo Reese and died March 20, 2010 surrounded by family and friends.
With compassion, friendship, humor, and happiness, LouDell Reese lived a life of
service. He rescued everybody from Boise to Kanab and cared for the elderly, the
disabled, and the ill.
Known by many names he created memories and moments which deeply touched others:
Husband, Dad, Papa, Brother, Friend, Santa, Saint, Scoutmaster, Hero, Cowboy, Coach,
Mechanic, Teaser, Rescuer, Dogcatcher, Mosquito Man, Perry Parade Chairman, and
Founder of the Orange-Shirted Reese’s Pieces.
He served in many Church callings and was a loved member of the Perry Wards and the
old Brigham City 5th and 10th wards.
He leaves an on-going legacy of good works and laughs to his posterity of 11 children, 41
grandchildren, 53 great grandchildren, and 3 great, great grandchildren. He was preceded
in death by his parents and by his wife Mary Alta Baker (wife of 26 years), and by
siblings by Eva Yearsley, Dale Reese, Ruth Reese, Burke Reese, and Sylvia Reese.
LouDell is survived by Dorothy (his wife of over 36 years) and his 11 children and their
spouses: David (Lois) Reese, Daleine (Fred) Allen, Vardell (Mike) Reese, Larry (Jenny)
Reese, Kenneth (Kayleen) Reese, Jolene (John) Griffin, Deena (Phil) Poulsen, William L.
(Jin Sook) Reese, Dell (Lisa) Reese, Robert (Amber) Reese, and Jennie (Gary) Moore.
He is also survived by his siblings Rosalie “Skip” Reese, Ray Don Reese, and Joseph D.
Reese.
The family would like to thank Alpine Hospice & Dr. Hillam for their compassionate
care as well as all the many friends and family who gave assistance and love.
There will be an viewing on Thursday March 25 from 6pm to 10 pm at the Myers
Mortuary in Brigham City.
Funeral will be held Friday March 25 at 12pm with a viewing prior starting at 10am at
the Stake Center 685 W. 2250 S. Perry Utah.

2010-03-29T18:20:00.001-06:00

The WHOLE family!

Mom, Dad and all my Sibs!

Family Pictures

2010-03-15T10:22:00.002-06:00

There is nothing in this world that brings me more stress and anxiety than family pictures. I am not talking just my own family, but all of my Dad's decendents. Most of you know that I am the youngest of eleven children and since this may be the last chance we have to get family pictures, I decided to make it happen. I have some family in California, some in Arizona, we even had one come from Alaska. What an experience!

This was the first time in I don't even know how long that we had all the siblings together. I was so glad that everyone could make it. It was a big sacrefice for many people to make it to the pictures but I am glad they were willing to make that sacrefice. I counted last night and there was a total of 73 people that came.

Despite all the whining and complaining by many people in my family, I think all in all that it was worth the effort. I have learned many things from this experience. First, I will never do this again. Second, my siblings love my dad enough to make the sacrefice to miss work, to drive hundreds of miles. Third, this year will be the last of all our big family traditions. My dad has been the rock in our family to hold our wonderful traditions together. However, I think its time to move on. I am excited to start my own family traditions with just me and Gary and our family and hope it will bring us closer together as a family.

Laizee!

2010-03-08T10:49:00.002-07:00

So, this weekend was very uneventful, especially once you consider that I failed to do any diliberate excercize. However, I feel rejuvinated and refreshed and am counting this day as day 1 in the 30 day shred. YAY! I am excited to get home to try it. As for my eating, well that is a whole other ball game that is not favoring the home team.

BABY STEPS!!!

Boy Howdy! Am I sore?

2010-03-05T11:54:00.002-07:00

Okay, I did my 30 Day Shred video on Wednesday. Its Friday now and I feel like I am 80 years old. My legs hurt so bad!!! The funny thing is that I was interupted about 3 times in 10 minutes so I didn't get it done, but I still feel it today. Its okay though because my butt feels as hard as a rock. LOL!

Anyway, both Gare and I have had a horrendous week and so its been a little difficult to follow my goal of only eating out 2 times this month. We went out to Bajio last night and I went to McDonalds for breakfast this morning. So there goes my eatout days. Oh well. Now the real challenge will be to eat in for the next month. Can I do it? I think I can, but I would really love some healthy yummy recipes if you have any. Gary thinks you can't make things healthy and yummy. I am out to prove him wrong. Wanna help? Post your favorite healthy recipe for me and I will post pics of our most favorite out of all your submissions.

Frodo and Mordor

2010-03-03T16:41:00.002-07:00

I know that several times before this post I have mentioned my struggles and successes with working out and weight loss. Well, today my co-workers and I ended a 3 month weight loss competition. I bet you are all dying to know how I did? Well, its a toss up--I lost a few inches, but gained a few pounds. Hello, wake up call!

If any of you ask Gary, he would tell you that I have been complaining, depressed, frustrated, and just down right discouraged when it has come to weight loss. I keep thinking of the used-to-be me that could run 10 miles, enjoy competing in a 5k, and would feel incomplete if I missed a run. Where is that girl? I miss her. I want her to come back. She was so confident and happy. She could take on the world and there wasn't anything she couldn't do. I want her and need her to come back to me. I am not going to lie and say that I am going to be successful and encouraged everyday to lose weight. There are going to be a lot of days that I am going to fail and a lot of days that I will HATE working out. But I need that bring-it-on girl to come back to me. This change is going to have to happen and happen now.

If any of you don't know, sometimes your biggest obstacles are the family members and friends who are close to you. My wonderful, sweet, amazing husband is one of those people. Gary wants me to be happy, but he also wants to cook "good" (meaning lots of butter, oil, cream and fat) food. This journey will be finding that happy medium of his cooking, my overwhelming desire to eat out everyday, and the struggle to find time to work out and exercise. There are many fitness and nutrition experts in my circle that have given me the know-how to do this and I will lean on them for support. I am relying on you, my dear friends to help me to be encouraged and strengthed. Truely, I really feel like Frodo and that this weight and unhealthy lifestyle is the Ring. I just have to find Mordor and get rid of this awful burden that has weighed me down for so long.

My goals for March:

Complete the 30 Day Shred DVD. Working 6 days a week, I will have finished it about the first week of April.
Walk 6 miles a week (just to start)
Eat out only 2 times this month.
Get 6 small meals in per day.

Stay tuned to see my daily, weekly, and monthly journey as I struggle, succeed, fail, and rejoice in my journey.

New beginnings and happy lives!

2010-02-27T21:43:00.006-07:00

So, just a couple of things to report in the happily ever after of the Moore residence. First, my sweet Gary is free from any worries about layoffs at ATK, because...he has a new job he will be starting in 2 weeks! YAY! He has really enjoyed working out at the "Ranch", but with all the politics in Washington and Promontory, he has not really loved it. He had been putting feelers out for a while now, but finally landed a great job at Westinghouse. Its about 10 miles west of Ogden so he will have the same commute for now.

Next, I scored a sweet internship with a local software company that produces software for forex trading. I am working on a couple of ads and web design and optimization projects for them. Its not a paid position ;(, but its giving me some great opportunities to build my portfolio (and I get to do it from the comfort of my own computer)!

Its officially been 2 years now since we moved into our wonderful house. It has been up for sale for almost a year and we are going into a short sale. ;( However, we have a couple of offers on it now and are just waiting patiently for the bank to process it. I am really hoping that this will happen soon. Its been a little difficult living in limbo for the last year. I am going to miss our ward and wonderful neighbors. They have been just great. I dearly love them.

That is officially all the new news we have to share. I both of you who read my blog have a wonderful and happy week!

I'm so lucky...

2010-02-21T14:59:00.001-07:00

2010-02-19T12:11:00.004-07:00

Roses are red,

Violets are blue,

I am lucky to have Garedawg

He really digs me too!

What's the point?

2010-02-12T12:03:00.002-07:00

All you need is LOVE. This is just not romantic love, but its love of self, love of God, and love of others. In Matthew 22:36-40, Christ is asked which of the commandments is the greatest and he responds "Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind." But he doesn't stop there. He said the second is like the first, "Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself." If we all live just these two commandments to the fullest, we do not need to worry about the rest, for they would then become obsolete.

friends! My friends are like my sisters. My own sweet sisters are quite a bit older than I and we were never really very close. My friends have seen me through my good times and bad. They are there to love and support me no matter who or what is happening. I love them and I know that ever girl deserves at least one life-long friend. I got lucky and have two!!! Thanks Juan and Mo!!! I love you guys!

flowers! I love flowers. People always ask what my favorite flower is, and I always say red roses, but to be honest, all flowers are my favorite. I love daisies, tulips, poppies, and blue bonnets.

babies! I think that babies are the best thing in this world. I love babies! I love thier smell, thier faces, thier toes, thier bums, and thier little, tiny fingers.

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families! I have always loved my family. They are wierd and quirky and funny and loud and mean and fun and jovial and full of energy and piss and vinegar and they do bad things and good things and they love me most of the time. I also am grateful for the family I married. I have 5 sons, 2 daughters, and 2 grandbabies. I feel so blessed to have them in my life. I am not going to lie and say its all been piece of cake. Its actually been the hardest thing I have ever done, but it is really wonderful. They all are very talented in various ways. I love 'em!

A touch of nostalgia...

2010-01-27T09:12:00.008-07:00

Okay, so one of my classes this semester is Creative Non-Fiction writing (aka: Memoirs). At first I was really excited about this class. But, the more we are getting into it, I am nervous about being able to recall some of my memories. So I decided to pull out my scrapbook and look at some pictures to see if I was able to bring back some memories. I am posting some pictures that were some of the good days. I did get a laugh out of most of these. Some of which my not so frequent bloggers might get a kick out of. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did.

Me and Grandma Stella circa 1980.

I always thought it was cool that we had matching coats. I soon lost that coat and was bummed out.

Dennis and I in 1982.

We had these Fisher Price Skis that we decided to go play. I think it was this day that he started calling me Geneology. It was easy for him to remember my name I guess. He still calls me that sometimes.

Me, Dad, Ryan, and Christina(in front). 1983

Some time in the summer. Notice the orange rocker that my dad is sitting in. We had those chairs for the longest time. They were a blast to play in.

First Day of Kindgergarten. 1981

I wouldn't get on the bus in the morning. I was terrified. But then when it was time to get off the bus in the afternoon, I wouldn't get off. LOL. I was such a fickle little girl. I was shy and somewhat stubborn and always felt self concious. But if you notice on my pants the little fruit applicate. Those were my favorite pants ever!

Uncle Sam & Miss Liberty Float in the Perry 4th of July Parade. 1981
there is me, Jed Simper (behind me), Tracy Stack (behind Amie), Amie Jo Walker, Tyler Wagstaff, Steven Francis (I think), and I think its either Brett Hillam or Travis Nielsen behind him. I am not sure. Tracy was Miss Liberty, Steven was Uncle Sam. Good times, eh?

My 5th Birthday Party. July 21, 1981

Front Row: Kassie Reese, Me, Kevin Tams, Robert, Andrus Twin (probably Robbie), Amie Jo Walker, Jeff NelsonBack Row: Suzanne Stewart, Steven Francis, Andrus Twin (Richie), and Travis Nielsen

And the fiest d'resistance....

Girls Party 6th Grade!!!!

MaShel Berguson had a party for all the girls in the 6th Grade. It was way to fun, scary, hilarious, and crazy!

Front Row: Amie Jo Walker, Stacy Hansen, Kalani Moss

Back Row: Shelley Johnson, Me (don't ask...those were the beginning of my awkward stages, I didn't get out of it until college), Jennifer Dorius, MaShel Berguson, and Karie Grube.

Confession...

2010-01-18T13:35:00.004-07:00

Thanks to Annie, I have been inspired! So here it goes...

I went to church yesterday, but promptly came home and got in my jammies and I stayed in bed ALL DAY! No naps, just movies, BOND movies!
I don't like winter and I like to tan from January to April or until the sun comes out.
I hate embarrassing moments! But even worse, I hate remembering embarassing moments.
I love food!
I always dream of being able to fly. I want to be Supergirl!
I spend a lot of time wishing and not very much time doing.
I hate doing my hair, but love when its done.
I love doing my makeup but don't do it often.
I am addicted to HGTV!
I have a closet full of clothes that don't fit me.
I hate homework, but love school.
I think I am one weird duck!!

2010-01-18T10:34:00.003-07:00

Hi Y'all!

A few words for thought:

Courage
Fear
Happiness
Joy
Talent
Skill
Ability
Wants
Needs
Pain
Sorrow
Trials
Strength

and finally consider this revelation received by the Prophet Joseph Smith in the final days of Liberty Jail.

D&C 122:7

And if thou shouldst be cast into the pit, or into the hands of murderers, and the sentence of death passed upon thee; if thou be cast into the deep; if the billowing surge conspire against thee; if fierce winds become thine enemy; if the heavens gather blackness, and all the elements combine to hedge up the way; and above all, if the very jaws of hell shall gape open the mouth wide after thee, know thou, my son, that all these things shall give thee experience, and shall be for thy good.

resolutions and reunions

2010-01-08T09:40:00.003-07:00

Wow, so its the new year and a new decade. To be honest, I never thought I would live this long. As a child, I could only imagine myself to be 24. So every year I live beyond that is amazing to me. As with each year I have made resolutions. However, I have found it difficult to make them concrete. I know what I want to do, but to phrase each goal into words that I really could live by has been difficult. I have thought about just keeping the personal as a paper in my journal, but since I don't open my journal that doesn't work. What if I kept them on my wall by my bed. I would see them each morning, but then it becomes another fixture on the wall that I would have to make a conscious effort in the morning to look at. So I have decided to leave it open wide for the world to see and I am going to blog my resolutions.

Resolution #1:
As with every year, I am making a resolution to lose some ###'s. Why is it that every year, most people will make this resolution. If we kept the resolutions we make, this would be a one time deal right? This has been a difficult one for me to wrap my head around; but here it is: I am resolving to lose a significant amount of wieght this year. I give myself until September to meet my goal wieght. Because this is such a significant amount of wieght I am not going to reveal the amount to lose until it starts coming off. How mean am I? But, I do have a plan this time. My sweet SIL, who is a personal trainer, has put me on a program that seems to be working for me so far. For those interested, it basically has much to do with the "Body-for-LIFE" program. It has been difficult to start with the holidays and life, but I am taking one day at a time.

As a part B of this resolution, I am working toward competing in an Olympic Triathlon. Swim 1 mile, bike 25 miles, and run 6.2 miles. I hope to do this by September, so wish me luck!

Resolution #2:
The last couple of years have been crazy, stressful, and very UNlucky. So this year, I would like to live one day at a time. I would like to live it to the very most that I can and I would like to not take life so seriously. I know that sounds pretty cliche, but I am ready to relax, have fun and enjoy each day and not worry about life.

Resolution #3:
Since returning from my mission, I have been on the down hill slide as far as spirituallity. Don't get me wrong, I have had my moments. But moments is all that it has been. I would like to get closer to HF by studying MORE, praying more EARNESTLY, and putting more INTO my callings. I have had a few miracles in my life that 100% proves that HF knows me and loves me. I know what to do, I know how to do it, and its time to get off my sorry butt and do it! So to start, I have a challenge from Annie (thanks Annie) to read the entire BOM by April 1st. Then I would like to move on to the rest of the standard works and so forth.

Resolution #4:
Being inspired by the movie Julie and Julia, I would like to start the "100 Book Project". I have a list to the right of 100 books of all time. I want to be able to read these 100 books in one year. I will blog about my progress and periodically give a "book report" when I finish. I am excited and frightened as I have never been a very good reader. I read slow and steady so I am sure to comprehend it all, which usually results in not being able to finish a book before a months time. I hope this will improve my reading and writing skills and that I become a better person for this.

Resolution #5:
To make contact with everyone in my family at least once this year either by email, phone, or mail. I know this seems easy, however, my family is GIANORMOUS!!!!! So far, I have 180 people on the calendar this year. Thats just sibs, nieces, and nephews. Its incredible as I have filled my planner pages with birthdays its a bit overwhelming, but I CAN do this!

So these are my resolutions. Typical? Yes. Practical? Maybe.

For all you out there writing down resolutions, I wish you all, from the bottom of my heart, the very best in sticking with your goals. WE CAN DO THIS!!!! WE CAN DO HARD THINGS!

The end of the year is near...

2009-12-13T18:05:00.002-07:00

I truly cannot believe the end of the year is already here. It seems to go by so much faster than the previous year. Why is it that life is like that; the older you get the faster it goes. There is much I want to accomplish next year and that I have planned to do. But for now, I am resolved to enjoy this month to the fullest.

My last final was last Thursday. I bombed it. I don't know why I just couldn't focus, but it was a very difficult week for me. But, that semester is finished and I feel like a free woman. I am still working part time through the month of December just because. I haven't done that for 10 years. I am going to love it.

Many of you who know me, know that as long as I can remember, all I really wanted in life was to be a wife and a mom. I would have been a great mom. However, the older I get the more I realize how that hope and dream may not be realized. I love that those who do have children are willing to share them with me. I love being with those crazy little spirits. They are so precious to me.

I have an amazing man who is so tender and sweet. He takes great care of me and I love him with my whole soul. He loves to cook and will even clean the kitchen because I hate to do it. He has been doing all the laundry since I started school. He is so amazing!

Anyway, this season has been a bit more tender to me than Christmas' of the past. It will be my dad's last Christmas; he has cancer and has been given about nine months to live. He is old and has lived a very full life. I don't think I am ready to let him go, but the Lord has given all of us some time to say goodbye before he continues onto his next mission. He has served with all his heart those who are less fortunate. He has always been so kind and considerate of the widows and the poor. My dad is full of Christ-like love for his fellow men. He loves is country and I consider him a great patriot. He has loved playing Santa Claus for many years and was sad when the time came that he was not able to continue any longer. He is my hero. As imperfect and crazy as he can be sometimes, I love him.

I hope to be more kind this season, making amends with those whom I have offended. I hope to enjoy my family more. Recently, I have been given the opportunity to tend the "grandkids". I have just loved getting to know them better, to play with them more, and to remember how fun it is to just be silly. The other day we built a fort in the living room. I had a BLAST! Kaybriegh had never been in one before so I had to show her how it all worked. We sat in our fort and watched Christmas movies.

Having snow at Christmas is so enjoyable. I was beginning to worry that we wouldn't get any snow, but over the last 2 days we have about 8 inches now. It has been wonderful. Yesterday, I made and observation that when it snows and snows and snows it is never as gloomy as if it rains and rains and rains. God has given the gift of snow to brighten our dreary winter days. I love it.

May all you out there who read this remember that this season is a time of joy and love and peace. I put up my decorations in the middle of November because I just needed to take time to have peace and to remember my Savior whose birth we celebrate this time of year. What a miracle! May we all seek to bring peace to our souls and the souls around us. Lets do all we can to share the love of our Savior.

Love to you all!

Jennie

DECK THE WALLS...part 3

2009-11-18T23:41:00.003-07:00

Santa's Little helpers came to my aid in decorating for Christmas. I decided that I would get an early start for the Season, just so I can enjoy it that much longer.

B. May

M. May

Mo. May and N.O.

My cute family sign...

The center piece...

That infamous shelf...

The awesome banister. This took some creativity but it all worked out in the end.

The "Eat-your-heart-out-Pier1" project. It was fun!

DECK THE WALLS... con't

2009-11-18T23:34:00.003-07:00

All the gang...
Jennie, Gary, Greg, Alice, Shauna, Bryce
Landon and Kylee

Gary and Kylee

Greg and Alice...can you tell its his favorite holiday?

Charly or should I say...Wednesday?

Cap't Jack Sparrow & his pirate wench...

Uncle Fester and the Chipendale

The sultry VamP!

"If you give me a treat, I will strip for you..."

DECK THE WALLS...

2009-11-18T23:07:00.005-07:00

Here are some pics from RS General Meeting the last weekend in September...

Confrence Center Sunset

Waterfall from the top of the CC

The truly angelic choir

The Bretheren

The SISTAS!!

Mics.

2009-10-28T10:14:00.003-06:00

Hey everyone, Its been a while since I posted. So I thought I would update you on what is going on.

We have an offer on our house!!! YAY!!! I hope it all goes well and we can get on with life. I am so sad to leave our amazing ward that we have now. They are truly wonderful people. I will miss them dearly. On that same note, I am happy to be moving home to Perry for a little while. I think my parents are excited to have us close.

I mentioned earlier that my dad has been sick. They have found out that he has cancer. They went in for surgury about 2 1/2 weeks ago to remove a mass. They were able to get that mass out, but after further tests they have found that the cancer has spread to his muscle tissue and the lymphnodes in his pelvis, abdomen, and chest. He has opted out of chemo. I guess he feels like he has had a long eventful life. Also, after seeing others go through that tourture with no avail, he seems very pesimistic about it. Anyway, the doctors have given him about 2 years to live which will make him about 85. Initialy it was really hard to hear and I am sure that I will shed many more tears, but today I am happy for the life that he has had and the time I have had with him.

School is going great. It certainly hasn't been easy, but it has been a lot of fun and hard work. Speaking of school, I will finish this post after class!

So, I am back. This week has been midterms and projects and intense studying. I have had some doubts about my ability to work in the technical writing field. I have a lot to learn and I keep reminding myself that I am here to learn not to already know. But other than some self doubt, all is well.

Our family is all well, except for a bout of swine flu for the boys, everyone is happy and well.

My Friend

2009-10-15T23:39:00.002-06:00

As I sit here balling my eyes out, I wanted to tell you about a wonderful friend. Those from Perry know her. Amber Chase. She was diagnosed 2 1/2 years ago with a rare and deadly form of breast cancer. Those with this type of cancer last for about a year, but Amber fought for her life for 2 1/2 years. She was a strong and valient daughter of God. She had 5 beautiful, smart, darling children. Here is her husbands blog from today:

Our sweet Amber valiantly fought the battle daily against cancer and most days won. She never let cancer choke out her faith and love of others or her love of life's most important things. She had a virtue, serenity, faith, and peace about her that caught the attention of many. Ultimately she became a shining example to all of His power to save and heal our broken heart if we turn to him in faith.

On Wednesday, October 14th at 11:15pm she completely vanquished the cancer and entered into our Heavenly Father's rest. She endured to the end in faith. She sealed her example and testimony of Jesus Christ with her very life.

Our family will pray for all of our friends and family members who know Amber and will find this news difficult to bear. Just know that you can face this how we all learned to face hard things from our exemplar Amber.

You can find her blog here: http://amberchase.weebly.com/our-blog.html

Read about her life. You will come away with an amazing respect and love for someone you may not know. You will come away uplifted and with courage to face your own battles. My friend Amber was a beautiful, smart, woman full of faith and love for her Savior. Amber, I will miss your joy, love, faith, and peace you bring to others.

Yeah, I know!

2009-10-14T12:45:00.002-06:00

Hey all, I know its been a while, but here is the scoop!

Been busy with lots of school, homework, work, and scouts.

Trying to keep the house clean and "showable".

My have a potential buyer, who came to see my house during the "un-showable" state.

Been Facebooking alot.

Trying to wrap my head around an organization of my house packing (which has yet to start).

Survived the second of what seems like many potential layoffs.

Super glad to be going to school and getting a good education for a more stable career.

Found out my Dad is really sick. I would expound but I have no more tissues.

Been eating an exorbinant amount of cheesecake (thanks to Gary).

Trying to win the Weight Loss extravagansa at State Farm.

Started training for Olympic Triathalon next year.

Praying lots for strength to hold it all, be it all, do it all!

Random pictures

2009-09-18T07:34:00.003-06:00

Tyson just learning to walk

Tyson asleep on Charly!

Trey with the Harley Davidson giveaway... He loved this part!

Alex, Kaybreigh, Parker, and Abby at Grandpa's funeral

Kaybreigh being as cute as ever!!!

My cute new hair cut.

Eeff loves Chinese food!

Gare and me at Sarah's wedding.

Blogworthy?

2009-09-08T11:29:00.002-06:00

Yesterday I experienced IKEA for the first time. It was incredible. I enjoyed it, however my poor Gary was irritated in the maze of showrooms that created a firehazard, in his opinion as we tried to get to the exit, following one "Exit This Way" sign after another. Only to be lead to another sign. I thought someone might go postal. It was not exactly exciting for him.

Sunday two crazy things happened. First, I get out of the shower and notice that something is different with my toe. I look closer and my fourth toenail is coming off!! What the... I can't believe it. Shauna was there and relished in removing it completely. It didn't hurt at all but now I have a little thin toenail in its place. Its the weirdes thing I have ever seen. Second, I skipped church (probably making a lot of enemies too), and ditched my primary class and became really irresponsible for the day. Shauna and Bryce (Gary's sis and bro in law) came down on thier Goldwing and so we went for a long bike ride up through the farmlands of Preston, Dayton, Weston, and then through Weston canyon and came out to Malad where we stopped for lunch at "Me and Lou's". It was okay, but not wonderful. From there, Shauna and Bryce headed home to Rexberg and Gary and I headed back through Weston Canyon for Cache Valley. It was really fun. Though I felt guilty for the rest of the weekend for skipping primary. I owe some big apologies to Megan, Jenny G., Jenny M., Jess, Hillary, and Kelley. I promise, I am not ever going to act that way again!!!

Saturday was pretty eventful. My mom had asked us a while ago to put new flooring down in her house. Well we finally decided to take the weekend and get it done! It took exactly 12 hours. It looks amazing. We did 2 1/2 rooms. It was hard work and my knees still hurt, but it was a great experience. Kason (Gary's youngest) helped a lot too! Great Job!!

Other than that I have been going to school and enjoying 90% of it. Gary has been going to work everyday and trying to keep busy. He had the opportunity to witness the cancelation of the Ares rocket test. He said there were 10,000 people that had come out to witness the event. Bummer it was canceled, but we are glad they stayed safe.

Well, as week 3 of school starts and Peach Days approaches, may I wish all my faithful followers a very happy day, week, month, season, and year!!!

Have you ever...

2009-08-31T17:01:00.003-06:00

felt guilty about not posting? Especially when you can't think of one thing to post about?
been done and settled in life, only to discover that you want to go back to school and move out of state?
hoped by some miricle you would inherit some great-great uncle's long lost fortune?
committed to not drink Diet Coke for the rest of your life only to find yourself walking to the pop machine with two quarters in your hand?
found yourself with a closet full of clothes and having nothing to wear?
felt like driving your car off a ramp just to see if it really will land and drive the same like it does in the movies?
wanted a house on the beach in France just so you can say you have a house on the beach in France?
wished personal trainers were covered by your insurance?
been excited to start school?
entered your name in for one of those home makeover shows?
started to read a book and decided not to finish it because you were nervous you would be disappointed by the ending?
wanted to attend school at Hogwarts?
drive a space ship like Han Solo?
wanted a pet Ewok?
screamed out loud while playing MarioKart against yourself?
wondered if you have what it takes?
said something you wish you hadn't and realizing you don't want to say it while the words are still coming out of your mouth?
wanted your "Single Money" back?
sat in a movie having to pee, but its so close to the end you try to hold it, only to discover you have like 80 scenes left?
hoped this post would come to an end?

Back to school

2009-08-19T16:41:00.003-06:00

THE AGGIES ARE BACK IN TOWN! Its time once again for me to hit the books. After a long 4 year hiates and (a degree later) I am going back to school on Monday to begin work on my 2nd Bachelors degree!

The story:

Returning to school has been on my mind for a couple of years, but I wasn't quite sure what I wanted to do when I finished. I kept searching the catalog, web site, and talking to people about their jobs. I knew that I didn't want take more than 2 years to finish, I wanted to do something that was going to be financially worth it (happiness gets you to heaven, but money gets you through life), and I wanted it to be something that I knew and felt comfortable and enjoyed doing.

Professional and Technical Writing was where my search ended. In 3 semesters and an internship I will have another paper in my hand that won't just tell me I am smart, but it will scream "this girl'z got SKyLz!!!"

Once I began the process of financial aid and applying to the program I haven't looked back. Only recently have I felt that the Lord has had his hand in this process from the begining. It has taken me a long lifetime to get to where I am today. I guess I am just a late bloomer! :)

I won't say that I am not scared, because honestly, I am terrified! However, I feel sure that this is what I am supposed to be doing right now. Besides, it was George Eliot that said "It is never too late to be what you might have been." Amen George, Amen!

Relay For Life!!!

2009-07-14T10:01:00.002-06:00

If any of you have ever done a Relay for Life, you know how much fun they can be. I had the awesome experience of the Relay for Life this weekend. This was the first time I participated. At first I was just going to do an hour of walking and call it good. This year they had the RFL on the Quad at USU. It was a complete BLAST!!!! I got up there Friday night and walked a few times around and just got caught up in all the fun of it. I didn't end up leaving that night until 11. Then I went back up at 8am the next day. We walked all over campus and had a ball. They had some yummy breakfast that was only $2. It was great. It lasted until (or I should say we lasted until) 4 pm. At which time I bailed to go see a movie with my sweetheart and Kason. Even now, we are planning next year and we hope to do even more events and get more participation and donations. I did this in honor of the following:

Kathy Jensen

Amber Chase

Kevin Allen

Grandpa Garner

Uncle Dale Reese

Aunt Skip Reese

Uncle Asa Garner

Darrell Brunsen

Some of these have won the battle and

some fought a good fight!

Addicted to Tetris and other random things about this summer

2009-07-07T15:30:00.003-06:00

Okay, let me first apologize for not posting for forever. WHAT IS UP WITH FACEBOOK CLAIMING ALL MY ATTENTION!!! Anyway there have been a few things I have neglected to blog about and I need to catch up.

First, the infamous, notorious TETON DAM 1/2 MARATHON. What the heck? I was so wishy washy on the whole running thing. I was training diligently for it, then we started to sell our house, I got a third calling, a new dog, and dealing with life in general, therefore, training went right out the window. The irony is that exercise makes you feel better, but when you are stressed out its hard to exercise. So feeling like I wasn't ready I decided that I wasn't going to run. This decision was about 3 weeks away from the race. The Friday before the race rolls around and I was getting ready to head up Idaho to support my amazing sister in law in the race. I was sitting in the bathtub and just decided that I wasn't going to let this get me down. So I made the decision to run. Now the person that made it this far in my monologue is thinking to his/herself that I am pretty indecisive. This is a correct assumtion when it comes to frivilous stuff like running a 1/2 marathon.

So I headed to Idaho with Gary and Kason, having full intentions of running with a deep and irrepressable feeling of fear in the pit of my stomach. We got to Rexburg in time for the pre race dinner. I was terrified, but as I recieve the race packet, t-shirt, and chip, I started to get excited. That night my sister in law had an idea to write on our arms 13 reasons we were running the race. THIS WAS A GODSEND!!!! I never would have the mental awarness to finish had we not done this. Each mile I had a focus written on my arm. And the finality of this is that I finished! I walked about 5 of the 13 miles and ran the rest. It was hard. It was painful. But for the rest of my life I will have the knowledge that I can do hard things. It would have been better had I kept up with my training, but I know that if at any time in my life I am called on to do a physically hard thing, I can. IF THIS FAT LADY CAN, YOU CAN TOO!

Earlier this month I purchased Tetris for my cell phone. This has been the best time wasting game I have purchased. I am so addicted to it. I can't seem to pull away from it. Even if I have other things to do, like clean my house!!! (tetris is just a lot more fun!)

The third week of June was GIRLS CAMP!!! It was a blast. I have never worked harder in my life and yet I had so much fun!! Some cool things that happened at camp this year...

a bear was sited on the first day.
I chickened out on cliff jumping, but recued a couple canoes after being swamped
forgot all my girls camp songs. (why oh why did I not prepare earlier!!!)
had a big hit with my posterboard man used in the skit. He was named Earl after we got to camp.
Had a "middle-of-the-night-and-have-to-pee" experience with my buddy Katie in which we thought we saw a bear but turned out to be a skunk.
Got to hike to Rosy's Mine with 250 girls and leaders. Had the time of my life!!! It was fun.
Felt a remarkable spirit during the stake workshops for all the girls. They were taught a lot of great things about keeping thier spirits strong. And yes the Spirit was very strong that day!
Prepared (with the other leaders) a great "Rod of Iron" experience for the girls. They had a great time and felt the spirit so strong.
Made it the whole week without showering. I was feeling pretty proud, but realized I stunk really bad. Thank goodness I had really strong perfume. (But by the last day, that wasn't even working! It was bad.)
Had an incredible time, made great friends, and will miss all my new buds from camp.

The day I got back from camp, we went to Lagoon for ATK Lagoon Day. We took Konnor and Kason. It was a great day. Not too hot, but I was tired so I only went on one ride (the Tidal Wave). I so want to go again but be well rested because I want to ride all the rides!!! By 7, I could see clouds moving in and we got all our stuff packed up and put away and then it POURED ON US. I guess it was a pretty bad storm all over the Wasatch front, but we took cover under a picnic area until we decided that we wanted to be done. We then sat in the parking lot for 45 minutes waiting to get out, only to realize that they didn't have enough people directing traffic and that we didn't need to wait as long as we did. Anyway, it was a little frustrating.

The next day was the Reese Family Reunion. It was held in Malad. It was a blast. I love the Reese Family. We are all a bunch of really fun people. My cousin had rented out the bowling alley and swimming pool and it was the Welch days festival. It was a fun and busy day.

And finally it I will end with a great time at the Perry 4th of July. Our family had a float in the parade as we have for the last 25 years. It was great fun seeing all my old buddies from Perry. It really was way too much fun!

Also, my camera is lost so I am going to post pics but only when I find the camera.

Things I need!!!

2009-06-06T08:13:00.004-06:00

First, I need to sell my house. I love my house, but once you make the decision to sell, its like I want it sold RIGHT NOW!!!!!

Second, I need a vacation to sit on the beach and relax and enjoy the sun, water and sand. Bear Lake doesn't count because its not really great sand there and the water is FREEZING!!

100th Post

2009-04-30T09:14:00.003-06:00

I was thinking that I haven't posted in a while so here goes my 100th post of randomness...

This last weekend was super crazy. Saturday morning was the primary activity. It was so fun. The presidency had us all meet in the gym to get with our classes. Then we divided into groups and went to certain stations. I guess I should first mention that this activitiy theme was "Building an Eternal Family" so when I first walked into the gym, I noticed this big paper temple on the wall. All of the kids were given a grey piece of paper to draw a picture of thier family ana a large ziplock. Then we divided into groups and went to different rooms. In the first room, each of the kids wrote a letter (or drew a picture) for someone in thier family that they wanted to say thanks or give appreciation for them.

We then went to the next station where the kids were given little plastic baggies with cookie mix in it. They also learned to play a fun memory game. By this point they have a letter, treat, and a game.

In the next room, there were four tables set up and there was a teacher at each table. Each teacher told a story using pictures on a popcycle stick. Then each child got to pick a table to go too, to color the pictcures and story they chose. the story was put into a plastic bag to put in thier ziplock baggies.

So now they have a letter, treat, game, and story for family home evening. What a great idea!

The next room was a fun activity for the little kids. They learned how to fold a towel, socks, shirt, pants, sweep and clean, and how to cook.

We returned to the gym after this. When we got back to the gym all the pictures of the families that the kids drew at the beginning were up on the big paper temple. They were like the stones of the temple. It really was fun. GREAT JOB PRIMARY!!! YOU ROCK!!

After the primary activity, Gary and I went to Brigham because I had a little baby shower with an old high school friend who I haven't seen in 15 years. We reconnected on facebook and when I got to the party, there were others from school that I got to get reaquainted with. It was fun, but I didn't stay too long. Gary was waiting in the car. We were on our way to the temple.

We went to Ogden Temple. Niether of us have been there for a long while, so it was great. We got there and had lunch in the cafeteria (not the greatest food ever, but what do you do?) . Then we went through a session and then headed up to Rainbow Gardens at the mouth of Ogden Canyon.

Its just a cute little gift shop that has been there for a million years. I hadn't been there for at least ten years. I wanted to see if it was as cool as I remembered. I think it looked bigger and better because I was shorter and had less. There were some pretty cool dishes that I would love to have some time when I can afford $12 a plate.

We didn't get home until almost 8. Saturday was definately an eventful but wonderful day.

Sunday was Kayde and Taryl's baby blessing. Tyson was blessed by Taryl's dad Steve Stanley. He did a really wonderful job and the baby did really well. He is such a good kid.

After we went to the Tanglewood Dance Studio (owned by Taryl's aunt) for lunch. We had to leave early because Gary is on grave shift at work. He had to go home so he could go to work. It was great to have everyone together. We don't have that happen very often, so it was nice. We got home at 4:30 and Gary left at 4:50. I spent the rest of the night on the couch relaxing from the busy weekend.

Last night (Wed) we had someone come look at our house. This is exciting because they are the first ever! I hope they liked it and have an offer for us.

We also have someone coming tonight. I hope this is the start of some busy wonderful days to show and sell the house. I hope it will sell soon!!!!

Week #4

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There goes 2 lbs I vow never to see again!

Week #3

2009-04-16T07:17:00.002-06:00

Well, I lost my focus this week. I gained 1.6 pounds. I am actually suprised it wasn't more. My goal for this week is to eat all my fruits and veggies, drink all the water required and workout 6 days this week. We will see what the results will show!!! I will beat this thing!!!

Week #2 -

2009-04-09T16:10:00.002-06:00

No loss, no gain

this means I'm the same

Is it good or

Is it bad

Often depends on

where you are at.

For me

no gain is good.

Not enough food

to put on the weight.

So goes the battle

of this fair maid.

Maybe next week

will meet the grade.

Sunday Dinner

2009-04-07T08:00:00.004-06:00

Week #1

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I lost 2.8 lbs this week. A little disappointing since your first week is supposed to be the biggest loss, but I am going to keep at it! Yay for me!!!

We are selling our house!

2009-03-31T17:21:00.002-06:00

We decided after much diliberation that we are going to be selling our house. If you know of anyone looking to move to Logan, send them our way!

http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=475&ad=6019024&cat=&lpid=&type=0&city=hyrum&zipcode=&sale=1&start=&end=&state=0&sort=&keyword=

Super cute giveaway!!!

2009-03-31T10:53:00.001-06:00

Check out this darling giveaway for a Birthday banner!!! http://dejalarsen.blogspot.com/

Skinny Jeans...Here I come!!!

2009-03-25T09:52:00.002-06:00

Okay, so truthfully, this may not ever be me and not that I am expecting to be this skinny, however, after taking family pictures (which turned out so cute!!!) and realizing that I am not as small as I thought I was, I want to change. I have been training for a half marathon, but not really trying too hard. Well, have been trying to get serious about the whole thing. I am working out everyday now and I just started Weight Watchers (for the last time!!). So I am here to declare that I am going to get into my skinny jeans by the end of the summer!!!!! I am taking baby steps, so my first goal, 11lbs. So if any of you see me eating bad stuff, its okay that you get on my case. I need it!

Another calling...really?

2009-03-17T10:24:00.003-06:00

Okay, a week ago last Thursday, I recieved a call from Bro. Carter from the Stake high council. They wanted to "meet with me on Sunday". Okay, so you know that when you recieve a call from someone from the stake its usually a calling. I was a little worried. I have never served on a stake level before and frankly was not sure what they could really want with me. Well, Sunday rolls around and after Sunbeams, I go to meet with the stake. Well, I am officially the new "Stake Girls Camp Certification Specialist". I couldn't be more thrilled.

First, its been like 15 years since I went to camp. Secondly, I love camp and more importantly, I love this calling. So far its been a blast. I love the people that I am serving with. I am a little nervous to be able to get everything done that needs to be done, but I hope that with the Lords help that this will be a great experience for the girls. I feel like my testimony has already grown and I have only been in this calling for 10 days.

I am still in Cub Scouts and teaching Sunbeams, so I am a little overwhelmed right now, but it will only be until June 26. Wahoo!!! GIRLS CAMP HERE WE COME!!!

Why is it so hard!!!????

2009-03-10T12:59:00.003-06:00

Okay, let me soap box for a post. I hate the wieght loss battle. Its hard and frustrating and difficult. I really want to know why its so hard to lose weight? Is it because of emotional issues? physical issues? or mental issues. I have not had such a hard time before. I have been working out for the past month and not only have I NOT lost weight, but I have put on a few extra pounds. This bites in a big way! Now I know the whole "muscle weighs more than fat" argument, but for me all that means is that I am adding muscle mass to all the weight I have to lose. Does anyone have any ideas that doesn't cost an arm and a leg that is realitively easy to follow? I have done the weight watchers thing, but I got poor and had to quit. Also I would love to hear some motivational stories! I need some help NOW!!!!

Happy BeLated Birthday Gary!!!

2009-03-04T22:13:00.002-07:00

Kason and Eeff. Two troublemakers and Gary's Favorite Youngest children!

Yes, I know it is hard to believe, but my sweet, sexy, handsom, debonair honey is the big 42!
It was an eventful day that went something like this.

8:00 AM: Gary in bed. Jennie up to workout and go grocery shopping for the big boy's dinner.
8:45 AM: Jennie arrive at the gym and run for 20 Minutes. Gary still in bed.
9:45 AM: Jennie making a left turn onto Main Street hits another car making a left turn into parking lot! Gary recieving a phone call from Jennie in a panic (but not crying)!
10:20 AM: Accident clean up done. I am off to Maceys for groceries (not too much damage to the car, luckily! Gary back to bed.
11:30 AM: Jennie arrives home and starts her incredibly amazing Gourmet Italian Smorgasbord. Gary is awake and hanging around the house and watching movies.
1:00 PM: Jennie still cooking, Gary, being sworn off from the kitchen by threat of his life, still watching movies and hanging out.
3:00 PM: Jennie starting all the main courses of dinner (I had three!). Gary taking a nap.
4:00 PM: Gary awakes and begins to straighten the house, Jennie begins to make her salad dressing from scratch!
4:30 PM: Jennie cuts end of thumb off while putting the finishing touches on the salad! Gary doctors her up just in time for the party!
5:00 PM: Guests arrive, we pray and eat!
6:15 PM: We did this...

and there really are 42 candles on this cake. No one ever does that anymore, so we did! Luckily the smoke alarm never went off...(I think the batteries are dead)!

6:20 PM More guests arrive and finish off dinner and dessert.
9:00 PM I was pooped out and crashed on the bed!

FREE GIVEAWAY!!!

2009-03-03T09:37:00.003-07:00

Hey you guys!! I am giving a big ($90 worth) free giveaway of SCENTSY product. Check it out at this blog and enter to win. If you post this site on your blog, you get 5 extra entries! http://gitmoorescentsy.blogspot.com/

Do you believe...

2009-02-26T14:33:00.003-07:00

in luck?

in fate?

in the supernatural?

In superstitions?

in Destiny?

Randomness II

2009-02-18T07:51:00.002-07:00

Another random post. I went swimming with the Webelos Scouts last night. What an experience. 2 scouts I have never met (and I have been in for almost a year) showed up last night. That was pretty awesome. We had a complete blast. We played ultimate in the water. That was a lot of fun. We also played 500. Okay about that, when I was a kid, we played 500 A LOT! I do not remember "dead" or "alive" or "mystery box". I guess we were just boring. All in all, I think that all the boys and leaders had a great time (and no one person drowned).

So work has been extremely slow lately. I think it has to do with the weather and the season and such, but oh my! If we don't get some business soon. I am going to have to check myself into a hospital because I just had a mental breakdown.

Finally, I am thinking about going back to school. I decided that I would like to get a degree in technical writing. Now some of you are thinking..."writing? Really? Are you sure?" but techinical writing doesn't have to be creative or sexy, it just has to be understood. And the money I can make with that degree will be prosperous I hope. So wish me luck. If I get financial aid it will be very soon that I will be going to school. If no financial aid it may never happen. PRAY FOR ME!!

New Grandson?!?!?!

2009-02-11T07:40:00.002-07:00

So last Tuesday (Feb 3) Gary sends me a text message that Eeff is going to be an uncle again. When I recieved that message I was like what? and then I texted WHAT?? and then he said that Kayde and Taryl were having another baby. I was like oh well, okay. Then the next day we found out that it was going to be a boy and that she was due at the end of the month (Yes as in the end of February), and I was like WHAT? Then about 2:30 am on Friday, Gary gets a picture message on his phone of a new little baby Boy! WHAT THE???

Okay let me first say, I am the number one fan of babies and this little guy is darling... Second let me say, if any of you out there have the notion to not tell anyone until your baby gets here then for crying out loud don't do it. People need time to adjust emotionally!!!!

Kaybriegh turned 1 year on January 14, and now this baby will have his birtday Feb 6. So I am so happy he is here, but I am still in shock of the whole situation.

Anyway, now that that is out of the way, I would like to welcome Tyson Troy Moore into our family. He was 7lbs 2oz and 20" long. He has a full head of dark hair and very dark skin. He really is very beautiful!

Kaybriegh is super happy to be a big sister!!

Pay it FORWARD

2009-02-08T21:27:00.000-07:00

Here's how it works-the first 3 people to leave a comment on this post will receive, at some point during the year, a handmade gift from me. What it will be and when it will arrive is a total surprise! The catch is that you must participate as well-before you leave your comment here, write up a pay it forward post on your blog to keep the fun going. Then come back, let me know you're going to play, and sit back and anticipate the arrival of your gift! Remember that only the first 3 comments will receive a gift from me, so be quick!"It will be fun and it will give me an excuse to make something!!

Eeff

2009-02-05T21:06:00.003-07:00

That says it all!!!

Our New Addition...

2009-02-05T20:38:00.003-07:00

Name: Molly Moore
Weight: 8-10lbs
Length: 25"
Height: 6"
Make: Dauchshund
Model: Mini

Full of love and sweetness

Scentsy Deals for FEBRUARY!!!

2009-02-02T15:47:00.004-07:00

For all of you out there who love SCENTSY, I am offering a great deal this month! Everyone who schedules a party with me will get a $25 gift certificate. Thats right! $25 bucks just to have a party. That doesn't include the tons of free stuff that you can get from your party. This is for a Basket Party or an Open House. Leave me a comment or check out my website here if you are interested. This offer is only good for the month of February, so sign up now, my spots are filling up!

Gratitude

2009-01-26T13:59:00.004-07:00

I have tried to write this blog over and over again. Each time I was complaining about this or that. The more I wrote, the more selfish and awful I felt. So instead of my gripes, I am going to share with you my gratitude's:

1. My sweet husband who never complains or criticizes me or anything that I do.
2. My mom who is always there for me to cry on her shoulder.
3. My 2 best friends who are always super fun to be with.
4. My in laws. They have really accepted me for who I am and supported me thru all the tough times.
5. My dad who is always there to make me laugh. He always knows how to make me feel good.
6. My former trainer, niece, and dear friend Danette. She has always seen the potential in me and I am very grateful for her love and support.
7. My sisters who always try to make me a stronger person (I am such a baby sometimes!)
8. My nieces who think that I am the greatest thing since sliced bread.
9. My new home. It has been more work that I expected, but it is worth it.
10. My safe steady job. It seems I am always complaining about it, but I really am glad I don't have to worry about layoffs.
11. My life experiences that have made me the person I am today (good and bad).
12. My friends from my current and past wards and neighborhoods.
13. My brother, Robert, who understands me wholly.
14. My love of the gospel. Though it has been hard at times, it has always been worth it.
15. My Webelos Troop. They are all getting their Arrow of Light this week. I am so proud of them.

A new President...

2009-01-20T10:52:00.002-07:00

I have hope for the future with our new leader in office. I trust that he will lead us out of this depression we are in. I pray for him to make the right decisions and to not let the nation down. I encourage all who are out there to make a stand for what is right and good in the world.

2009-01-09T15:45:00.002-07:00

I saw this list on a friends blog and thought it would be fun to do.
The ones I have done are in bold.

1. Started my own blog
2. Slept under the stars
3. Played in a band (does junior high count?)
4. Visited Hawaii
5. Watched a meteor shower
6. Given more than I can afford to charity
7. Been to Disneyland/world
8. Climbed a mountain (how far up are we talking?)
9. Held a praying mantis
10. Sung a solo
11. Bungee jumped
12. Visited Paris
13. Watched a lightning storm at sea
14. Taught myself an art from scratch
15. Adopted a child
16. Had food poisoning
17. Walked to the top of the Statue of Liberty
18. Grown my own vegetables
19. Seen the Mona Lisa in France
20. Slept on an overnight train
21. Had a pillow fight
22. Hitchhiked
23. Taken a sick day when you’re not ill
24. Built a snow fort
25. Held a lamb
26. Gone skinny dipping
27. Run a Marathon
28. Ridden in a gondola in Venice
29. Seen a total eclipse
30. Watched a sunrise or sunset
31. Hit a home run
32. Been on a cruise (this was the best vacation ever!)
33. Seen Niagara Falls in person
34. Visited the birthplace of my ancestors
35. Seen an Amish community
36. Taught myself a new language
37. Had enough money to be truly satisfied
38. Seen the Leaning Tower of Pisa in person
39. Gone rock climbing
40. Seen Michelangelo’s David
41. Sung karaoke
42. Seen Old Faithful geyser erupt
43. Bought a stranger a meal at a restaurant
44. Visited Africa
45. Walked on a beach by moonlight
46. Been transported in an ambulance
47. Had my portrait painted
48. Gone deep sea fishing
49. Seen the Sistine Chapel in person
50. Been to the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris
51. Gone scuba diving or snorkeling
52. Kissed in the rain
53. Played in the mud
54. Gone to a drive-in theater
55. Been in a movie
56. Visited the Great Wall of China
57. Started a business
58. Taken a martial arts class
59. Visited Russia
60. Served at a soup kitchen
61. Sold Girl Scout Cookies
62. Gone whale watching
63. Got flowers for no reason
64. Donated blood, platelets or plasma
65. Gone sky diving
66. Visited a Nazi Concentration Camp
67. Bounced a check
68. Flown in a helicopter
69. Saved a favorite childhood toy (All of them),,,almost!
70. Visited the Lincoln Memorial
71. Eaten Caviar
72. Pieced a quilt
73. Stood in Times Square
74. Toured the Everglades
75. Been fired from a job
76. Seen the Changing of the Guards in London
77. Broken a bone
78. Been on a speeding motorcycle
79. Seen the Grand Canyon in person
80. Published a book
81. Visited the Vatican
82. Bought a brand new car
83. Walked in Jerusalem
84. Had my picture in the newspaper
85. Read the entire Bible
86. Visited the White House
87. Killed and prepared an animal for eating
88. Had chickenpox
89. Saved someone’s life
90. Sat on a jury
91. Met someone famous (Helen Hunt)
92. Joined a book club
93. Lost a loved one
94. Had a baby
95. Seen the Alamo in person
96. Swam in the Great Salt Lake
97. Been involved in a law suit
98. Owned a cell phone
99. Been stung by a bee
100. Visited to Mt. Rushmore
101. Learned a musical instrument
102. Graduated from college

My trip to Arizona

2009-01-01T15:47:00.009-07:00

Well, as some of you know, I am the youngest in a large herd of Reese's. Therefore, when my nephew sends me a wedding invitation, it actually is a good thing. So on December 17th, my Dad, Papa Lou, brother-in-law, Fred, my niece, Debbie, and I loaded up Fred's Buick Park Avenue (a very nice ride) and headed south. Brilliantly I packed light because a: I knew it was warmer down South b: everyone teases me that I always pack too much. So, we are on the road. We make our first stop in Lehi to my brother's home to get a gift they are sending for Christmas. We are back on the road and remarkably the roads were fairly good. Second stop, Fillmore, for gas. Third stop Cedar City. The sky starts looking a little menacing, but nothing that can't be handled by a few seasoned Northern Utah drivers, right? Our next stop was unplanned but very much necessary.

This my friends is Las Vegas. Yes, I was in Las Vegas the night they recieved thier record snow fall of 5 inches. It had not snowed that much in Las Vegas for 50 years. Well, a bit unprepared for the weather, the state shut down all roads leading out of Las Vegas. So we were lucky enough to find a decent hotel and we crashed at the Holiday Inn. The next morning to beat the traffic and being a bit anxious to get on the road, we awoke about 5:00 am. Needless to say the roads were still closed so we ended up at an IHOP for the morning.

We were there until about 9ish. We thought, "Surely the roads would be open now?" but to no avail they were still closed. So we headed over to my Uncle Joe's house to visit until the roads open. They had a few trees that had broken in the storm, but other than that they were unscathed. We visited for a couple of hours and then headed out of town. Well from Vegas to Mesa is about 5 or 6 hours, so we were barely going to make it in time for the wedding dinner that night.

We had the cool chance to see the progress on the new bridge spanning the Hoover Dam. It was awesome. And not just awesome as in "awesome dude" but in every real sense it was amazing the feat the are accomplishing. I have never seen such a bridge being built. It was great!

When we finally arrived in Mesa, the weather was a balmy 65*. It was great. We went to dinner, then went to the hotel to bed. It was a long day.

The next day we went to the Mesa temple to witness the wedding ceremony. It was beautiful. Here are some pics from the temple:

Johnny & Allison

Papa Lou

Johnny & Allison

The Allen Family (snap, snap)

The Reese's (Bill, the dad, is one of my older brothers)

While we were waiting for the Bride and Groom, we thought we saw President Bush and his secret serviceman.

After the ceremony, we enjoyed a wonderful reception/dance at the church.

This is my dearest friend Christi in AZ

My darling niece, Kylee. She would not go to sleep!

Until Papa Lou took over. He is so good!

We did have to rest our weary feet after the wedding. It was way too much fun!

Well, we made it to the wedding and enjoyed a few days in the fun and the sun. We made it back home safe and sound. It was a fun, quick trip, but very well worth it.

We saw the remnants of the storm we went through

We saw lots of cool things...

On our way home, Debbie and I took the back seat driving position. We are very good at it.
All in all, it was a great trip!

Happy New year, Y'all!

Happy Holidays! From the Moore's

2008-12-14T15:15:00.000-07:00

Send your own ElfYourself eCards

The Griswold Family Christmas Tree....

2008-12-11T20:37:00.007-07:00

The tree is GIANORMOUS!!!

This is when we got it in our living room. As you can see, it leaves very little room to manouver to the door...

The completed tree. I only put two light strands on it. Definately not enough. Next year it will light the neighborhood.

Sunday, Kayde and Taryl came over with Kaybriegh (Poopers, as Gary likes to call her). We had chicken stew and played games. Way too much fun!!!

Gary also put up the Christmas lights... They are cheesy but this is the very first time that I have a house to put lights on. They may be cheesy for the rest of my life, but really would I be a Reese if there were no lights on our house? Certainly not! So I say cheese on my friends, cheese on!

Eeff loves Christmas!

Life is like a roll of toilet paper...the closer to the end you get, the faster it goes!

2008-12-05T14:06:00.002-07:00

So it is now officially December 2008. Its really crazy to me how time just flies by. It seems like just yesterday that I was a little girl and so excited for the Christmas season. I loved all the lights and trees. Santa would come to our house and find out what we wanted (that was a scary experience). There was always a lot of snow and my brothers and I would play and play and build snowmen and snow forts and we would go sledding in Mantua. Oh, the good times of being young. Well, I wish you all a very Merry Christmas season. May you enjoy all your traditions and make new ones to remember.

Christmas seems the time of year,
That the air is full of warmth and cheer.
The feeling of people young and old,
Is brighter and better among all the cold.
Families come from all around
To celebrate the season, every pound!
We rush all around our town you see,
To collect packages for those friends that be.
Watching the lights that twinkle and glow
Hoping and wishing for lots of snow.
I am excited for this holiday especially now,
For I have really an understanding of how
The love of our Savior is blessed within us.
As we think of him, may we push back the fuss.
Our savior is the only one you see,
Its he who makes the season, feelings, and brightness be!

Merry Christmas Y'all!

1 More day to thanksgiving...

2008-11-26T09:00:00.002-07:00

I know I will not be blogging tomorrow. I am so thankful for all of you. Thanks for being my friend. Thank you for not judgeing me and thanks for loving me for who I am. My life has been full of hopes, disappointments, trials and joys. But knowing that there are friends out there who love me no matter what helps me get through life. I probably sound pretty selfish about a lot of things, but one thing is that I know how to pick great friends. Thank you all. I love you!!!!

Day 2

2008-11-25T11:25:00.002-07:00

I must have missed a day somewhere. Anyway, I am thankful for a healthy body that allows me to do (pretty much) what I want. And on that note I am also using this blog to plug the

1st Annual Hyrum 5k.

This started as just me. Then a few showed interest, and now half of the ward is coming as well as some other great friends. Therefore, here is the info in case anyone is interested:

Where: Blacksmith Fork Church, 200 S 1300 E, Hyrum, UT

When: 7:30 AM, Thanksgiving day!

Cost: Donate canned food to the FOOD Pantry. Bring as much as you want!

Why: For the Halibut!

Who: Runners, walkers, stollers, leashes, and anything that doesn't have a motor is welcome to particpate. Also, we could use some cheerleaders if you don't want to run or walk!

What: There may be some refreshements following the run/walk.

Everyone should come! It is going to be a fun party!

3 days 'til Turkey!!!!

2008-11-25T11:17:00.002-07:00

I am thankful for my car. I love having the freedom to drive anywhere I want. Especially now that I have a car that gets over 30 MPG. WAHOO!! Anyone in the mood for a Road trip?

(Editors Note: My car is the same except white!)

Day 5 & 4 (sorry, I was busy yesterday...)

2008-11-24T07:40:00.003-07:00

Summer!

I can hardly wait!!!

GO AGGIES!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am thankful for Utah State University.

Ode to USU

I love Utah State

its great!

Its where I learned

'bout fate,

It took me a while

to gradgiate,

But wow, it really

was great!

on the 6th day of Thanksgiving, my true love gave to me...

2008-11-22T07:57:00.004-07:00

He's:

Loyal

Kind

Brave (in his dreams)

Generous (except when it comes to food)

Loving

Cuddly

Needy

Tender

Happy

Friendly

Talented (He can do cool tricks)

Creative (especially on halloween)

Free

He's:

Jefferson (Eeff) Moore

Lucky # 7

2008-11-21T10:09:00.003-07:00

America is:

It is hard for me to describe what I feel for my country. I remember every Memorial Day going to Malad to their Veteran's program. My uncle was usually in charge of it. I remember feeling grateful and honored to live in a place that had young men who fought for our freedoms, who fought for others' freedoms. They stood for Liberty.

I am grateful for their sacrifice so that I can live the wonderful life I have now full of opportunity, education, religion, and happiness. This is a land of the free, home of the brave and I am proud to be an AMERICAN!

Day 8- I am thankful...

2008-11-20T09:52:00.008-07:00

My Family!

1st Annual 5K-be there or be square

2008-11-19T11:55:00.004-07:00

Okay, so I have been trying to train for a 5K. I got the idea from Kim to do my own race. So I am. Because I have had such a response of interest I was debating whether to collect donations for a cause. We could just collect food for the food pantry or collect $$ for something else. What are your ideas?

The race will be held in Hyrum on Thanksgiving Day. I am starting it at 7:30 AM. We will meet at the Blacksmith Fork Church ( 200 S and 1300 E, Hyrum) about 7 AM. There is not really going to be any #'s or specific timing. If you want something like that, it will have to wait 'til next year (just kidding) I think my husband would be willing to time for us. This race is going to be WAY unofficial, but it might be fun to run for a cause.

Also I was thinking of two paths we could take. One would be up the canyon and back (pretty, but cold and slightly harder run due to incline) or into town and back (still cold, not as pretty, but slightly easier as a mostly level run.

Let me know I would love to hear what your ideas are...

9 Days 'til Thanksgiving

2008-11-19T11:06:00.003-07:00

I am very grateful for the opportunity to I have to be a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. This truly has been the most profound influence through out the course of my life. A wise man once said "You can be good with out the Gospel. You can live a good life on your own. But, you can be great with the Gospel." I am grateful for temple marriage that binds me to my Gary for eternity.

I know that God lives and that Jesus Christ is His son and the Savior of the World. I know God calls prophets today who are given the keys to lead His children through the troubles of the world.

The Book of Mormon was written for our day and it gives me a power to overcome the temptations that I suffer from.

Joseph Smith was a great man and the prophet that brought the Church out of obscurity and darkness.

For the gift of eternal life and immortality, for this I am eternally grateful.

10 Days of Thanksgiving...

2008-11-18T22:49:00.002-07:00

I got this from Hannah's blog. For the next ten days you do a post of one thing you are grateful for. Its always so easy to get caught up in all the things that we don't have or that we aren't that we fail to see the big blessings that we do have and the talents that we do have.

I am first and foremost thankful for my husband Gary. He has been such an amazing support for me. He is truly amazing. He loves me for me and doesn't pressure or push me to change into something or someone else. He thinks I am amazing. He is so kind hearted and forgiving with others as well. He loves his children and grandbaby. He is such a great man. I really could not ask for anyone more perfect for me. Gare dawg! I love you forever!

Things I love...

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Gary!!!

Eeffy

Papa Lou

Mommy dearest!

Temple

(Its that whole Families are Forever thing, you know...)

Christmas at the Reese's!!!

Kaybreigh Baby!!!

Cub Scouts...ROCK ON!!!

Being a biker babe with GareDawg!

My husband!

2008-11-11T12:57:00.003-07:00

I got this from Di. The rules are posted at the beginning . Each person answers questions about their sweethearts . At the end of the Post, the person then tages 4 people and post their names, then goes to their blogs and leaves them a comment letting them know they have been tagged. So here it goes...

*What is your husbands name: Gary D. Moore

*How long have you been married? 14 months

*How long did you date? 14 months (not my choice!)

*How old is he? 41

*Who eats sweets? Me. Gary is not a big sweet tooth person, but he makes excellent desert form me.
*Who said I love you first? He did

*Who is taller? Me by an inch.

*Who can sing best? This one is all his. I can carry a tune, but he is preformance quality and I am not even lying. He is a little shy about that though.
*Who is smarter? This is easy, HIM!!

*Who does laundry? Me, always me.
*Who pays bills? We both do. Its not fun. I hate bills.
*Who sleeps on the right side? Me

*Who mows the lawn? We don't have a lawn. We have rocks. I clean up rocks. That is what I do.

*Who cooks dinner? Gary. He loves doing it more than me.

*Who drives? He always does.

*Who is first to admit they are wrong? Me. We always have these arguments that usually involve me getting all mad about something, he listens but rarely says anything, then I go back a while later and apologize for being all spastic about.
*Who kissed who first? Gary kissed me after the movie on our SECOND date. I was a littel taken back to be sure.

*Who asked who out first? Gary asked me. I didn't really want to go and kept turning him down, but he persisted.

*Who wears the pants? We wear togas at every possible moment we can.

I tag... um, anyone who wants to.

FOR A GREAT CAUSE...

2008-11-05T12:20:00.002-07:00

This is today!!!!!!!!

Larsen Family Fundraiser

Some of you know Daryl and Ashley Larsen. For those of you who don't, they are a young couple here in Perry, who just lost their baby to a rare lung disorder. Their loss is truly a tragedy. They are now experiencing the beginnings of what will be a land slide of medical bills. In an effort to aide them, there will be a one day fundraiser at the Maddox Steak House. On November 5, you can call Maddox at 723-2916 and order the Turkey Steak dinner. You can choose the 2 or 4 family meal at the regular price. All proceeds will then be donated to the Larsen family. You do need to remember to mention the Larsen family name when ordering. You can then pick up your meal at the take out window in the back of Maddox. It will be for lunch and dinner. Please spread the word. Feel free to copy and paste this post on your blog

In all my randomness....

2008-11-03T10:34:00.002-07:00

I started this really fun running program. I know that I was supposed to start that this like in the summer, but now I really have. Its really great and I am really doing it this time. It makes it easy because for every one minute I run, I can walk 2. Its really turning out to be a lot of fun and I feel like I am getting a good work out. I got it off of www.runnersworld.com. This is where I suggest going if you are interested in starting a program.

My big problem is finding quick, easy, cheap, and HEALTHY meals to eat for lunch and dinner. I usually do well in the morning, but by lunch time, my "Mrs. Hyde" comes out and I end up eating more calories than I should. So if any of you have any suggestions, that would be helpful.

I am going to be organizing my own personal 5k run for Thanksgiving. I am not sure that I can run the whole way yet, but I think it will be fun to try. Its just for fun and there is no entry fee. Let me know if you are interested. It will probably take place in Hyrum in the morning this year.

I really had a great day yesterday. It was Sunday. I teach the sunbeams and we talked about being reverent. They are so funny because at the most random times they will just blurt out something like "I got a pink bear for my Birthday" then the whole class will start in on what they got for thier birthday or what they were for halloween or about their cat. It was really fun. Then we came home and it was a rainy day so Gare and I just stayed home and took naps and watched movies. It was great.

Well, thats all the random things I have to talk about. Enjoy your day!

.......FOR SALE.......

2008-10-30T08:46:00.007-06:00

This is to let everybody know that I am selling my scooter, car, and all my Scentsy warmers (I have 13 to choose from). I just wanted everyone to know so if you know of anyone that needs a good used car, scooter, or if you are interested in Scentsy warmers let me know. Here are my asking prices:

Scooter: $1000
99 Oldsmobile: $3000
Warmers: $30

Please let me know if you or anyone else you know might be interested in these items

Tagged...

2008-10-29T11:07:00.002-06:00

8 TV shows I love to watch:
1. Dog the Bounty Hunter
2. Any CSI or Crime Show
3. Dancing with the Stars
4. Pretty much anything on HGTV
5. Simpsons
6. Seinfield
7. Mash (Reruns)
8. Discovery Channel

My Favorite 8 Restaurants:
1. Cheesecake Factory
2. Old Spaghetti Factory
3. Taco Time
4. Pizza Plus
5. Firehouse Pizzeria
6. Coppermill
7. Maddox
8. Calls Drive inn

8 Things That Happened Yesterday:
1. I organized my pics on my computer
2. Talked to my mom on the phone
3. Learned about Doolittle's Raiders at Scouts
4. listened to MEMOIRS OF A GEISHA on CD.
5. Went to work
6. went to the gym (and even worked out!!)
7. Showered
8. played MAI TAI on the computer

8 Things I'm Looking Forward To:
1. Cleaning my house (don't really love doing it, but very happy with the results).
2. Being out of debt
3. The holidays
4. Retirement
5. Payday
6. Saturday for my big BBQ with my friends
7. Halloween
8. Summer (I really need to move somewhere warm)

8 Things On My Wishlist
1. Get out of Debt
2. A baby
3. My honey to be happy and healthy
4. Get a degree in Education
5. To get my Masters degree
6. A cabin in the mountains somewhere
7. A new job (some day)
8. A new boat (for the summer livin')

8 People I Tag:
Amie
Shan
Torri
Hannah
Angie
Natalie
Bryce
Jess

2008-10-23T21:34:00.001-06:00

Larsen Family Fundraiser
Some of you know Daryl and Ashley Larsen. For those of you who don't, they are a young couple here in Perry, who just lost their baby to a rare lung disorder. Their loss is truly a tragedy. They are now experiencing the beginnings of what will be a land slide of medical bills. In an effort to aide them, there will be a one day fundraiser at the Maddox Steak House. On November 5, you can call Maddox at 723-2916 and order the Turkey Steak dinner. You can choose the 2 or 4 family meal at the regular price. All proceeds will then be donated to the Larsen family. You do need to remember to mention the Larsen family name when ordering. You can then pick up your meal at the take out window in the back of Maddox. It will be for lunch and dinner. Please spread the word. Feel free to copy and paste this post on your blog

Tagged...

2008-10-13T09:40:00.006-06:00

I was tagged by Amie! This is what you do.....You go to your pictures area on your computer and pick the 4th folder and 4th picture and then explain it! This is kinda different and fun. :) Here's my picture:

This is the back of my skirt of my wedding dress. I took this picture while trying it on at the store to show the girls at work. It was great! I loved this dress and love the way my day went... Here is another picture of the whole thing.

Just a note of trivia... While at the temple taking pictures. I stepped on the front of the dress and ripped a big fat hole in the overlay. I was a little bummed, but it wasn't enought to ruin my day!

I tag: Bryce or Shauna, Jess, Kim, and Diana!

Holly Homemaker

2008-10-07T08:56:00.003-06:00

Some of you may remember that in High School and my early College years I used to be super homemakery. I loved to cook and sew and craft. But for the last 7 or so years I have fallen out of that realm with trying to finish school and then getting married to a guy who cooks better than I do. So lets just say that I am little less of a homemaker than I used to be. But, I recently got a new serger which has been motivating to pick up my sewing skills again.

The story goes like this. I decided that I was going to make some drapes for our french doors off the dining room. However, searching the internet, I found some curtains with the same material that I was going to use (or close to it). So I baught them. Well, I didn't like them. Well, it was more that I LOATHED the curtains. By this point I was undecided about the color and then, I bought this cute wreath that was autum-ee and it really popped against the wall and so I decided to find some material that resembled those colors. Well, this is what I ended up with and I could not be more proud of myself for being a good designer today (only because that does not happen that often).

This is a cute bird house that I found at my new favorite store, Tai'pan!

Tagged...

2008-10-02T10:52:00.002-06:00

Thanks Amie for this tag...
I am becoming a "tagged" addict!

Two names you go by: Jennie and Naner
Two things you are wearing right now: Denim Skirt & New black fleece jacket. (Its really cute)Two things you ate today: red and white mint candy & hash browns from MCDonalds
Two things you did last night: Shoping at Walmart and put up my new curtain rod for the dining room. Oh so cute!
Two Things you want very badly at this moment: A new job with better pay and a very fit body!
Last two people you just spoke to: Natalie and a client named Judy
Two things you're doing tomorrow: Work and working out.
Two longest car rides: Mesa, AZ to Boise, ID and Logan to San Diego
Two favorite beverages: Diet Coke and OJ

Lots of fun! Thanks Amie,

I tag Natalie, Kim, Diana, and Jess!

Where do you belong?

2008-10-01T16:49:00.001-06:00

Stole this from Amie...Thanks!

You Belong in 1953

You're fun loving, romantic, and more than a little innocent. See you at the drive in!

What Year Do You Belong In?

Kiss the Paper goodbye!!!

2008-09-25T09:57:00.002-06:00

So I have been doing a second job for the last month. I had this awesome paper route that would wake me up at 3:30 AM every morning. This was so much fun. I loved getting up and being able to deliver the paper. I would make a game of throwing the paper in a certain spot. Or getting finished by a certain time. It was so much fun. There were very interesting people to meet, like the obituary bandit (the guy at the nursing home who would steal peoples papers!) or the cool people that would give you tips when get to thier house.

However, after the paper job was over, I would have to go to my real all day job and by the time 11:00 AM rolled around, I was like a walking zombie! So, my sweet husband said I could quit if I wanted. So I did. Today, I turned over the paper route to a new news carrier. I feel like a new woman! Its so liberating! I am still going to get up at 6 AM to work out, but now I won't be a zombie. WAHOO!!!!

Quirks?...what the...?

2008-09-17T10:16:00.005-06:00

Quirks: A personal mannerism, a sharp turn or corner, a tag from Di to list 6 of the many quirks I have.

1. I, like Diana, feel a sense of accomplishment and gratification of picking zits. Its really gross and leaves a really big nasty scar, but I cannot help it. Who doesn't feel good about cleaning bacteria out of their: face, bathroom, kitchen, etc.

2. I chew my gum really loud. Its embarrassing, but its true. Sometimes, I get looks from people when I have gum. Its much like a cow chewing their cud. I try to be careful, but sometimes my mouth just gets away from me.

3. I always lick my lips then wipe them off then apply the chap stick. It lasts longer and feels better that way.

4. When trying to concentrate on cutting something out, sewing, or painting, my lips always start making weird shapes. Its like my face wants to help use the scissors, needle, or painting with my hands. My old roommates used to love scrapbook night simply for the reason that they could just sit and laugh at my facial expressions while cutting out shapes and cropping pictures.

5. It takes me about a half an hour to make my bed because I have to make it from scratch each time. If you don't do it from scratch, how do you get all the wrinkles out of the sheets. The blankets also have to be completely straight and an even length on each side. I don't mind if the bed is not made, but if it is made it needs to be done right. Everything has to be straight and even.

6. I am a boss. By this I mean that if someone is doing something, and I think of a easier or better way to do it, I have to tell them my way and if they continue doing things their way, then they end up with me trying to help. I have really tried hard to refrain from this, but in recent activities, I have been unable to restrain. Its not that their way wont work, but I just think my way is almost always best. Sad but true. Its okay to feel sorry for my co-workers, I do.

So now you know how it is done,
I tag you, Shan, Amie, and Natalie,
This will be so much fun.

How long has it been...

2008-09-15T12:01:00.003-06:00

So I guess it has been forever since I have blogged. I attempted once, but I was trying to do it at work and ended up beening too busy. Anyway, a few things to update you on...

Gary and I decided to heed the prophets counsel and pay off our debts. So we are working two jobs each. Gary got a job as a relief cook at a new little restaurant in Paradise and when it opens I will let you all know, so you can go try it out yourself. He hasn't started on a regular basis, but it is set to open in a week or two. Also, I got a job as a news carrier. At the time this seemed to be the perfect job. I would bring home a grand every month as extra money. We would have our bills paid off in less than a year (wishful thinking). I have been doing this for a couple of weeks and I have already given my notice. The reasons: 1. I have to get up at 3:30 am every morning 7/365. 2. I am cranky or insane due to lack of sleep everyday. 3. My dear sweet husband figured out that the amount of time, gas, and wear on my car that is occuring I am making only 4.50 an hour. So I give up. There you have it. We are trying to work hard to get things paid off, but it will take us a little longer than originally planned.

The next thing I wanted to tell you about is that my mom and I went to "Time Out for Women" in Logan on Friday and Saturday. It was so much fun. It is like women's confrence, but more fun. There were several speakers there. I had the chance to meet: Kenneth Cope, Mary Ellen Edmunds, and Jenny Oaks Baker. The next day we had some marvelous moments with the rest of the line up. Both my mother and I came away rejuvinated and enlightened. I hope everyone has the chance to attend one at least once in their life. Its was great!

Lastly, its my 1 year anniversary today. I need to give a shout out to my wonderful, adoring husband Gary. He is the best man, husband in the whole wide world! Its just down hill from here, right?

Our First Camping Trip as a Couple...ever!

2008-08-18T07:15:00.002-06:00

Gary and I finally decided that nothing else was going on this weekend so we were going camping. So I got home from work on Friday. We loaded our stuff for the camp out. We had foam mattresses, 2 sleeping bags, 2 blankets, 1 tent, 1 cooler, 1 bundle of fire wood, hotdogs, roasting sticks, and of course s'more stuff. All of this filled our trunk and back seat. I was amazed how much stuff two people needed to go camping. Well, we set up the tent (only took me two minutes) and started the fire. We ate dinner and desert and then, we were like now what? So I, being smart sometimes, pulled out the trivia cards I brought from my game. We trivia'd until we could see to read the cards. We went to bed early and had a less then restful sleep (its indeed to rocky and hard for me) and we woke up at 7 then next morning packed up and came home for some waffles. It was great fun!

Isn't she lovely...

2008-08-18T07:10:00.003-06:00

This is Kaybreigh Tayla Moore. She is Gary's granddaughter. She is the cutest thing on the planet. She loves dogs.

The funny thing about this is that our dog Jeff is terrified of Kaybreigh. However once Kaybreigh was wrapped up in the blanket, Jeff came and laid right by her. But every time he saw it was her. He would take of running like he had seen a ghost. Chalk it up to Kaybrieghs cute smile and a scaredy cat!

My new favorite workout.

2008-08-07T13:21:00.002-06:00

This is my new favorite workout. Can I just say that I love it! Its hard (not difficult). It works everything all at once. Its motivating and the best part about it is that it lasts only 20 minutes. Check it out at http://www.amazon.com/Jillian-Michaels-30-Day-Shred/dp/B00127RAJY

Thanks Kim, I owe you!

My Story...

2008-08-05T10:37:00.009-06:00

Okay, so after some deep deliberation and some prodding by some friends I decided that I am going to open up my life to the world (or whoever reads my blog).

All growing up, I have had "a little bit of a weight problem. Yeah, I used to eat bear claws two at a time and they would get lodged..." well you get the idea. (That was from Tommy Boy if anyone wonders). In 2004, I heard an ad on the radio for a "Weight Loss Challenge". Well, I thought about it and decided that I should try out for it and if I didn't make it, it was not that big a deal. I was so nervous to turn my application in, that I had to make my friend go with me. I turned the application in and got a call the next couple of days for and interview. They had said that out of 120 applicants they had chosen 50 people to interview. From the 50 people, they chose 20 to be interviewed by the personal trainers. I was chosen by a personal trainer to be one of 8 contestants.

The challenge was this: I had 12 weeks to workout 5 days a week at the local gym and one day each week with my trainer. My trainer gave me a very strict diet to follow, however it wasn't that hard because it was normal food. It was just a certain amount each meal and my trainer had me eating like six times a day. I never went out to eat and never cheated. I was dropping between 5-7 lbs a week. It was amazing. I had never seen that much success in all the years that I had tried to lose weight. At the end of the challenge, I had lost a total of 45lbs. I lost another 5lbs after the challenge was over.

I won the competition! I lost the most percentage of body fat. It was amazing. I had become a runner. I was running between 4-6 miles a day and loved it. The above picture was taken on a cruise after the weight had come off. I learned that I could succeed and that I was beautiful and that I was always the athlete that I thought I was and was in great shape to prove it. I felt great. It was amazing! I can honestly say that it was the hardest thing I have ever done, but I did it.

It became a little more difficult because I was no longer was working with a trainer and was no longer held to the standard she set. I also was living with my parents and going to school and working and etc.... I was able to maintain my weight loss, but it was difficult to continue to lose (I still had 30lbs to go).

Well, I graduated from USU in the spring of '05 and moved to Arizona. It was a wonderful time, I had a cute boyfriend, a great job and wonderful friends. But, there are lots of great restaurants in Phoenix, so, low and behold I started to gain weight. I wasn't running as much anymore and I had started eating more. So it put on 10lbs.

Then, it seemed that I had hit a big bump in my road to success. I lost my job and boyfriend all in the same week and decided to move. I lost all drive to work out, get a great job and really be happy. Well, that lasted for 3 months. I moved home after that and started working out. I still only had a total weight gain of 15lbs.

After 5 months, I met my now husband Gary. He is wonderful and I was finally happy. I felt comfortable around him. He is an amazing cook and we ate out a lot. It was fun and fabulous. My workouts suffered a lot because I always wanted to be with him and so that weight that I worked so hard to lose started creeping back on.

I have gained back 40lbs of the 50 I originally lost. Its heart breaking. I told myself I would never let that happen. So the moral of that story kids is that you must be aware always of your physical, mental, and emotional status.

This story is not over though. I have since joined Weight Watchers. I am working out every day again. I am building up my running skills and am back on the road to success. Its still hard sometimes and I struggle just like everyone else, but the big secret is that I just take it day by day (sometimes minute by minute).

I am not sure what you might learn by this tale. I know that I have learned that it is easier to get up and go for a run when you are in shape than if you let your self get out of shape and then try to go for a run. I also know that my prayers were answered the first time around and I will not let those blessings that I have been given go to waste any longer.