My Red Head Grandma

Yesterday my sweet Grandma passed away. It was 150% unexpected, and we are already missing her. Our "Red Head Grandma", as my sister's kids called her and the name just kind of stuck after that, was one of the best women I knew, and I am already missing her. As I got the news yesterday evening that she was gone, memories of her started flowing into my mind. Her stories, her style, her house, going to San Fransisco with her, her laugh, but I think what I will miss most about her is going to her house, and her not being there to greet us. I will miss not seeing her come to the door, in one of her beautiful outfits, with all the matching jewelry, that I would always ask to try on, and giving us a big hug and kiss at the door. I will miss EVERYTHING about her, and wish she was still here. Heavenly Father has a plan for all of us, and it was her time to go and see him. There is no coincidence that today December 5th, is my sister Amber's birthday, who was also taken very unexpectedly from this world about 30 years ago, and that my Grandma died yesterday December 4th. We know that they had a wonderful reuniting in heaven when she arrived. I also know that our family will see my Grandma again in heaven, and she will greet us there with a big hug and kiss, and say she couldn't wait to see us again. I love you Grandma, and your legacy will always live on.

Whew!

Here is a blog overload. Enjoy!

Festival of Trees

Tonight we went to the annual Festival of Trees here in Sandy. They put it on every year and ALL of the proceeds go to the Primary Childrens Medical Center. What it is, is people all over utah, families, companies, churches, whoever decorate trees, wreaths, gingerbread houses, etc. and people bid on them. Some of the trees go for thousands of dollars. All of the trees have themes, and they all come with presents that cordinate with the tree. So there was a princess fairy tree, so under the tree it was decorated with dolls, dress up clothes, and lots of little girly things. Besides all of the proceeds going to the hospital, the best part is the trees are all donated to needy families who can't afford a tree, and EVERYTHING goes with the trees. Last year there was a skiing/snowboard theme, and they had like 2 snowboards, and least 3 pairs of ski's. We love going not only because it is for a good cause, but because Brian took me on our first date here, and we make it a tradition to do it every year. I look forward to it all year long. We went with our friends Austin and Stacie again this year and we always have a great time with them. Thanks for inviting us guys! I love the trees and here are some of my favorites they had there. These are only a couple out of the hundreds that were there. Some of these trees are seriously amazing.

Look what I did

Yep that's right I cut my hair! I cut off about 10-12 inches, I am not exactly sure how long it is. After taking 45 mintues or more to do my hair, I decided it was time to just cut it off. My sister Celeste cut it and I think she did a great job. It takes me about half the time to do it now. So nice! and yes I am going to be donating it to Locks of Love.

Thanksgiving

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving this year. Brian's family came to our house this year, and I with the help of my sister-in-law Bethany made the turkey. And no I did not burn it. It actually turned out really good, and the rest of the food was ABSOLUTLEY delicious. We had such a great time just hanging out with family, and are grateful for this time of year we have to reflect on the blessings that Heavenly Father has so graciously given to us. Even if they are a little difficult for us to understand, I am truly grateful for what has happened to us, and take everything as a learning experience, and blessing from him. I was overwhelmed with joy of being surrounded with a loving family who is so great to Brian and I. We truly missed Garrett and Kricket, and their sweet loving children who always make me laugh. We hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving, and wish you nothing but the best for you and your families. I especially have to thank Bethany for helping me so much, and being my support with cleaning the turkey. I could not have done it with out you. The picture is of my cute nephew Calder, who thought that turkey leg was just great.

Say What?!?!?!?

I thought that this was so funny that I would share it with all of you. Some time last week or so before Thanksgiving, I got up and did my routine that I do everyday. You know shower, hair, makeup, figure out what I am going to wear, and then the last thing I do is put on my jewelry to match what I am wearing. Well in my head I wanted to wear my new orange scarf that I had recently gotten. So I put on my outfit that would match it. As I went to put on my earrings, I was thinking what would look good with it, and choose according to what I thought would look best. As I was talking to my sister on the phone, I usually play with my earrings, and I then realized that the earring I was playing with did not match the other earring that I was wearing. That is right I was wearing two very different earrings, and the best part is I did not realize it until about 6 p.m. that night. I had gotten ready at about 10 that morning so if you do the math I wore them for 8 hours that day. No wonder the girl in my class was looking at me funny when I was talking to her.

Quickutz Warehouse Sale

I wanted to let everyone know, that my company Quickutz is having a HUGE warehouse sell this weekend. In case anyone is wondering what Quickutz is they made all kinds of die cuts for scrapbooking and craft making, and they have a digital cutting machine, similar to the Cricut. They have a ton of stuff, from storage, to ready made kits, there will be a lot of things to choose from. Everything is 50%-80% off.
The sale goes on from Friday DECEMBER 5th 9 am-8 pm, and Saturday December 6th 9 am-5 pm
Cash, checks, and major credit cards are accepted

The address is 7 south 1550 west, in Lindon

We are right off of the 1600 South exit in Lindon.......if you get off of the freeway and head west, then turn North on Geneva road, go down one more light to 200 South and turn west. You will go over the freeway, and then turn North on 1550 West. Follow the steet until it dead ends, you will be at the back of the building, and just pull around to the front. We are located just a couple of doors down from Jump On It.

So if you are in Utah and love this kind of stuff, then you should definently be here!

you can also call toll free 1-888-702-1146, or directly 1-801-769-2480 if you get lost, or have any questions