Yes, I'll Admit It...The Rumor is True!

Jeff's been worried for some time now. What, with going back to school, surrounded by lots of HOT, younger guys...eventually, he figured, it was bound to happen. And after two years, Jeff's fears have come true...Yes, I have a boyfriend. I know, I know! What am I thinking? But let me explain- I met him in the lab and at first, I didn't think too much of him. But once I got to know him, after just a handful of late nights together in the lab, that was all it took to realize that he was the guy for me. With all he had going for him, it wasn't too hard to win me over. He's a great listener, and although he's never actually said it out loud, I can see by the way he looks at me, the way that he nods in silent affirmation, that he really understands me. I know some of you might be a little disappointed, but c'mon, how could I resist? He's always there for me, whenever I need him. Even when all I have time to do is study, he patiently stands right by my side, willing to lend his helping hand. Why, I think that he'd even give me a foot or a rib if I asked! And of course, without an ounce of fat on him, his body rocks! I know it sounds weird, but I think that once you get to know him, you'll fall in love with him, too! Until then, here's a picture of us together, where we first laid eyes on each other...well one of us, at least...

Pumpkin Carving

Tonight was my ONE night home from school this week, so we set it aside to carve PUMPKINS! We went online and found some patterns, and the kids each chose one. As luck would have it, not everyone could be home at the same time, so most of the fun was had by me, Jeff, and the three little kiddos. We put on some music and Jeff made dinner, and we talked about our day and everyone laughed. Of course, it wasn't too long before they decided that they didn't like the GUTS, (Dad tried to tell them that the guts were the best part, but they said it made them itchy and slimey!) So then that left just Dad and Mom. I think that they turned out pretty good and the best part was that we had FUN!

Boo at the Zoo!

Saturday was a busy day... Jacquelynne took the ACT, again, and then went to hair school. Emma babysat for a couple of moms while they attended a funeral in our ward. Kirsten came to school with me while I studied in the Anatomy lab and then she and I went to the mall so she could buy a few things with her birthday money. And Jeff took Zach, Zoe, and Jaymison to the "Boo at the Zoo" at the Hogle Zoo.

The zoo does this every year and kids can dress up and trick-or-treat around the zoo. Poor Zoe tripped over her Belle costume and skinned her knee on their way in. She recovered and all of them had a good time. Jeff was amazed at how many people were there, and at some of the exhibits people were so jammed in that there was gridlock! Here's a picture of them while they stopped to eat their picnic lunch that they brought with them.

California Fun!

Here are a few pics from Disneyland and

Kylie's birthday...
We had a great time and enjoyed visiting with family
and friends. We wish we could have stayed longer!

We're new here...

Ok, we're jumping in, but I can't promise that we won't sink. I started this blog about a month ago, but in my spare time I have chosen to goof around on Facebook, instead of reading my instruction manual, "Blogging for Dummies". I hear this is supposed to be soooo easy, but I can't seem to be able to make our family picture not be so big that it hits you in the eye when you visit! So, please, please, be kind as I try to figure this thing out. Also, I am aware that I am not the best writer. So, hopefully, everyone else around here will take turns keeping all y'all informed, so I'm not the only one doing everything around here. Wait, did I say that out loud?