Another Tag!

How long have we been married? 6 years
How long did we date? 1.5 years
Who said I love you first? Me
Who is taller? me by an inch or so
Who sings better? probably me and that's not saying much at all!
Who is smarter? we are both smart in different ways
Whose temper is worse? definitely me but it's getting better
Who pays the bills? me
Who does the laundry? me
Who cooks dinner? me but every once in a while he'll cook and it's great!
Who drives when we are together? nick but i will on occasion
Who is more stubborn? ummmm.... me
Who is the first to admit when they are wrong? nick, he's good about that
Whose family do you see more? mine
Who has more friends? we both have a few
Who wears the pants in the family? i do!
Who eats more sweets? there's no question to that one - me for sure!
Who mows the lawn? that's nick's job
Who sleeps on the right side of the bed? nick
Who asked who out first? i can't really remember
Who kissed who first? nick kissed me
What is my favorite thing about him? He has a great sense of humor, he just tells you how it is, he takes care of our family, we have fun when we are together, the kids love him and I'll keep him around for a while! Love you Nick - we've missed you this week!

*I was TaGgEd!*

Attached or single: Attached
B- Best Friend: Kirstin and Holly
C-Cake or Pie: cake - carrot, cheese, yummy raspberry with cream cheese!
D-Day: Thursday
E- Essential Item: internet
F- Favorite Color: Purple
G-Gummi Bears or Worms: either, not too picky
H-Home town: raised in West Jordan but I guess it's Mesquite now!
I- Indulgences: SWEETS and on occasion, shopping for anything
J- January or July?: it's quite hot in mesquite come july and january it's perfect.
K-Kids: Brooklin 3 and Mason 16 months
L-Life is incomplete without: My Family & Friends!
M- Marriage Date: March 23, 2002 and sealed 3/27/04
N- Number of Siblings: 1 bro and 1 sis
O- Oranges or Apples: oranges
P- Phobias or Fears: I fear about something happening to my family and I won't be there.
Q- Quote: One day at a time!
R- Reason To Smile: the kiddos, they make me happy and crazy!
S- Season: anytime there is NO snow, I'm happy!
T- Tag Three: Holly, Angela, Sharley
U- Unknown Fact About Me: I can't think of anything interesting!
V- Vegetarian or Oppressor Carnivor: I enjoy meat, I don't have to eat it on a daily basis but I wouldn't go without it.
W- Worst Habit: biting the skin around my nails
X-Rays or Ultrasounds: ultrasounds
Y-Your favorite food: mexican
Z: Zodiac Sign: taurus

4th of July Fun!

We had quite the lazy morning but it was so nice to just hang out in our jammies! After Mason woke up from his morning nap we grabbed some lunch and went to Grandma's house to see what they were doing (just eating breakfast)! Anyhow, the kids and I along with Kirstin went to the rec. center for some swimming fun! We swam for a little bit and then we headed to the sLiPPiN' sLiDe! The kids LOVED it, we started throwing them down on their tummies and Mason couldn't get enough of it! He would just lay in the water or try drinking it when he would stop sliding. We stayed at the rec. center for about 2 hours and decided it was time for NAPS!
Nick has been working so hard this week, his boss is in Canada for 2 weeks and the other guy that helps him broke his ankle and had surgery. Basically the kids haven't seen their dad all week so going to the rec center was a bonus for them!

Our Famous Grandpa Gene

Last night on ESPN Classic they were showing old boxing matches and it just happened to be Gene Fullmer vs. Carmen Basilio for the NBA Middle Weight Title. Anyhow, I told Brooklin to come see who was on tv and I told her that was Grandpa Gene when he was younger. She was hilarious -- she was cheering and really getting into the whole boxing/punching thing. She kept saying, "That's my Grandpa Gene punching that guy."
It is kind of surreal that he was this famous boxer years ago. It's a lot of fun to go into a resturaunt with him and just look at everyone else point and say "that's Gene Fullmer." It's pretty cool to know that's your grandpa!!!
We love you Grandpa and we're so proud of all your accomplishments! You are such a wonderful example of a hardworker, kind, giving, thoughtful, person whom we love so very much.

**YEAH, we FiNaLLy made it to the LaKe**

Saturday we FINALLY took the boat up to Sand Hollow for the day! We had a great time and had lots of fun company. Mom came up with us and Chrissy brought the kids (you missed out Jeremy), Kasey, Meridee & Jackson met us out there. Bohne's brought there boat, Memmott's and Tietjen's came later in the morning and Kirstin, Ashley & Chaz came after lunch! I think Nick spent most of his time driving the boat either pulling tubes, kneeboarders and Kasey tried skiing. I love going out for the day, it's a lot of work getting ready and worse coming home but we always have a wonderful time. The kids absolutely LOVED it. Mason loved playing, eating, throwing the sand everywhere. Brooklin loved swimming, playing with Chaz, riding in the boat and playing with the other kids. Thanks everyone for making it such a FABULOUS weekend! We'll have to do it again very soon...

The Wii

We introduced Grandpa Gene and Grandma Karen to the Wii this past week! It took Grandpa a few tries to get the hang of it but he caught on and bowled a 161 his first time. Then we had to try the boxing to see if the former Middle Weight Champion could keep up on the wii. Well he had perfect form but not too many punches were thrown (we just did the training bag). Of course, Brooklin showed us all up! She is becoming quite the pro and wings that ball down the lane and whoops it up when she bowls a StRiKe or BeAtS you!

Can't leave Brooklin out!

Brooklin is doing great in swimming lessons - she is in her 2nd week and quite the little fishy! She loves jumping in the deep end and swimming to the edge, she very rarely wears her floaties when swimming in Grandma and Grandpa's pool. Brooklin is almost 3 1/2 years old, here is some things to know about her:
*she loves her tv, I'm usually prying her away from the darn thing. She loves Tom and Jerry cartoons.
*she is getting so awesome at the wii. She can kick everyone's butt at bowling!
*she enjoys riding her bike
*loves playing with her friend Sam (they're getting married in the temple)
*she can't wait for school to start again, we have to drive by her new school every once in a while.
*she adores her new cousin Jackson
*she is such a great big sister to Mason most of the time!
*she is a big help when it comes to cleaning the house, sweeping, picking up toys, setting the table.
*my favorite saying, "I woke up last mornin'" I think it's hilarious when she says that!

Brooklin is such a big help and always makes me laugh. She is so smart and she loves playing school and teaching you how to spell her name. She's so friendly and loves being with her friends. She brings a lot of energy into our home and makes sure we're doing what's right! I love you Brooklin...