Spring Break??

Well...Spring Break came, and unfortunately it is on its way out. And sadly, I did not accomplish anything on my to do list...We started out the break by spending a few days at Jacob's parents. One of Jacob's cousins just got back from his mission, so we went to spend some time with him. On Sunday afternoon, the March Madness brackets were announced, and I had a great time watching Jacob freak out because he didn't think Utah State was going to get in. It game down the the two slots that they might be able to take, and Jacob was pacing the room as nervous as can be. When they finally announced Utah State Jacob jumped on his parent's bed and started screaming! It was so funny! His sister was upstairs taking a nap until she heard the screaming. She thought Jacob was dying because he was screaming so loudly.
Monday night we went to Jacob's brother's house so I could get my hair done. While we were there, my brother-in-law put the two boys into the bath, and left them in there. It was probably about a half an hour later when it was realized that the water was still running. So Jacob ran in to shut the water off, and sure enough it had spilled over the side, and had almost reached the carpet. The kids were up to their necks in water, but they were as happy as could be. Jacob asked Dace why he did tell anyone the tub was full. Dace's response? "Jacob, it's full." And Kale decided to help the water out of the tub by filling up a bucket, and dumping it on Jacob's feet. Sooo funny!
On Tuesday we went to spend some time with my parents. Jacob and I got enlisted to help my mom rearrange the basement. That was...well....it was interesting to say the least. And I was so sad when we ran out of time...NOT... That night we went to one of Jacob's (my brother) basketball games. That was pretty hilarious. Church ball is very special. On Wednesday my dad wanted to take us shooting. And I learned that I really stink at shooting a moving target. Give me a .22 and a stationary target and I will kill it, but give me a shotgun and some clays, and you will have a great waste of money. Oh well, at least my dad and Jacob did a good job....
Thursday morning we came back to Logan, with the intention of doing some spring cleaning and some homework. Instead I decided it was time to use the last of our Bed, Bath, and Beyond gift cards. Much more entertaining. And I got the cutest shower curtain ever. I have been begging Jacob for months to let me get a new shower curtain, but there was no way he would let me pay fifty dollars for one, even if it was with a gift card. But this shower curtain was on clearance plus I had a five percent off coupon, so I paid twenty five bucks less for it than if I had bought it three months ago. And it matches my bathroom so perfectly. I love it. And its probably kind of sad how excited I am every time I see it.
This weekend I was so excited to discover that they put the nets back up at the tennis courts. Jacob has been trying to teach me, and maybe one day I will get good. But for now its just fun to goof around and play! Plus its great exercise. I love it, and now that they weather is nice, we plan on playing a lot more. We can also go on walks without freezing our bums off, which is so nice. I am really starting to love it here in Logan, which is something I didn't think would ever happen. But its so great, and its such a beautiful time of year. The grass is starting to green up and the flowers are starting to come up. I LOVE IT!! Yay spring!!
So I guess our spring break wasn't really that relaxing, but it was fun. We are used to staying busy, so it wasn't a big deal to us. When we find down time we really don't know what to do with ourselves. One day (maybe) our lives will slow down a little and we will get some time to do nothing.

The Uneventful Events...Doctor Laura thinks I'm right

Not much to update here. Spring break is upon us (Thank goodness). The semester seems to be flying by (Thank goodness)! Its been a strange adjustment, going to school (that is like 39.9 times bigger than Eastern Utah), being married, and figuring out what I really want to do with my life. Thankfully, I have a wonderful husband who is very supportive. On the first day of school I made him promise me that he would make me go to class unless I was dying, there was a family emergency, or there was a basketball game. Luckily he has held true to his promise, and school is coming along great. I am so thankful for my parents and their support too! Whenever I have a horrible day, I know my Mommy is one phone call away! Love it!
Next year my little brother is planning on coming to school here in Logan. Can I just mention how excited I am! It's going to be so fun! Even if he thinks I am going to fed him on a regular basis. I am really looking forward to the fall. We haven't decided for sure yet, but if Jake wants to, he can graduate in December, which has its ups and its downs. I am also trying to get accepted into the education program (which is no easy task at USU), so depending on what happens there, we might be sticking around for another year.
Speaking of Jake, last week he produced his first newscast. He was so EXCITED! It is reassuring to him when he realizes how fun producing is (seeing as that is what he wants to do with his life). I haven't seen the tapes yet, but I hear everything went perfect. I am so proud of him. He was the second first year newscast student to get the opportunity to produce, so he must be doing something right.
Yesterday, we went to the last two regular season basketball games. Seven hours at the Spectrum. It is always worth it, because we get amazing seats. Once the men's game was over, we got to run out onto the floor and celebrate the WAC championship. It was so much FUN!! I loved it, and will miss it so much. Here is hoping the post season works out fantastically!
Also on a less exciting/happy note, last month my Nana died. I know that I am slow in mentioning this, but for me, I think its important that I write my feelings. I love my Nana so much! She is the most amazing woman. She has so many qualities that I aspire to have. I will miss her dearly, but know that I can see her again someday. She is the textbook definition of a grandma. She has so much love for everyone, and is the least judgmental person I know. I think everyone could take a lesson from her :). I love my Nana. She is the best. I miss her a lot, but know she is in a better place.

Valentine's Day

So this was my first valentine's day with Jacob. Not having a lot of money, we agreed to do things that would not really affect our budget. We also decided it would be fun to stretch out our celebration into the whole weekend. So Friday we went bowling (with coupon for free games) and because we went in the afternoon, we got a cheaper price. After Jake kicked my butt, we went window shopping :D which is one of my favorite activities. On Saturday we started out with our normal Saturday morning activity of going to the plasma center. Fun right? Jake had a news story to do on animal abuse so we took a trip out to the humane society. I was nervous because I thought I would get attached and really want to take some of the animals home with me. I did want to take them home. They were all so cute!! Especially the kitties and this little black lab. Once we finished that, it was time for dinner. I made us a nice, but inexpensive dinner. It was so awesome. To finish out our weekend we geeked out and watched the Star Wars trilogy. I hadn't seen those movies in years, so it was really strange. Those movies make so much more sense now that I understand what is going on. So that is my super fantastic weekend with my Jake! I love him! Being married to him is the best thing ever! :)

The problem with public restrooms

I have been noticing a trend in the world of public restrooms, and I think that it is time that the world knows. Every day I spend a lot of time on campus, and therefore, I have to use a public restroom :(... And everyday I use a restroom, it never fails that the first stall I look in has not been flushed. Now some days, I will be able to simply go to the next stall and not have this problem. But no, MOST days, I go to the next stall, and guess what!!?!?? It has not been flushed. At least three times in the past month, when going to the bathroom every toilet has not been flushed. And these are big bathrooms people. There is no reason for ten toilets to not be flushed. PEOPLE!!! I do not need to see your creations in the toilet. I hope that you don't leave your toilets at home unflushed. I imagine that could be quite dreadful. So I am offering a simple suggestion. Rather than leaving your stall dirty and your toilet unflushed, take your foot. Place it on the handle. Push down. The toilet will flush. You don't have to touch a disgusting handle. And I can be happy.

Yuppers

So one of my favorite things about being married, is that I get to try cooking new things because I know Jacob will eat whatever I make. So yesterday I tried making pork loin with a ketchup and onion marmalade. It was amazing! And so easy to make. I also found an amazing recipe for ham, corn, and potato chowder. Its so affordable, and again incredibly easy. I especially love this recipe, because I can throw it in the crock pot in the morning and come dinner all I have to do is set the table :D Happiness.
I am really starting to get back into the swing of things as far as school is going. I am loving most of my classes. I am doing pretty sweet on papers and tests. This week is going to be pretty crazy as far as assignments go, but at least it will keep my busy. I have to read "Death of a Salesman," this week. Not to excited seeing as I hated it so much when I read it in high school...That will be a blast... (yay sparknotes.com) The end.

Because...

I have decided that because I am an old married woman with a very interesting life, it is time to make my blog....more....understandable. So everyone understands what is new with my cute and sweet husband. So yes. I will start with....Hmm...School.
This semester Jacob and I decided it was time for me to head back and finish up school. I applied for pell grants, and got one. So next came the admissions to Utah State. A big joke. I applied at the very beginning of November. A few weeks went by and the school sent me a letter saying that I hadn't paid the admission fee and they hadn't received my transcript. So I printed of my bank statement, marched myself into the office, and pointed out the error. I called Eastern Utah, they had my transcript on the way, SLCC doing the same. A few more weeks went by. Another letter. Apparently I still hadn't paid my admission fee, and my SLCC transcript hadn't come. This time, when I brought my bank statement, it also showed the SLCC transcript had been paid for. So after some research, they found my transcript filed under my maiden name (which was listed on my file). I was told to come back in a few days (it now being the beginning of January), to see if I was accepted. When I went back, I was told I was to late to be accepted, as it was to close to the beginning of the semester. Well that wasn't a good enough answer for me, so I wanted to meet with the head of admissions. Finally! Two months later! I am officially an Aggie.
Now school has started and it has been so exciting for me to get back into the swing of things. I am taking twelve credits and loving it. I am so happy to be finishing my education. What a happy thing! Only two years left :) So that is that. My effort to start a more "normal" blog.

yes thats right

I really do not appreciate self righteous people. Especially when they are your college professor. I mean really. Your opinions are not going to give me a full understanding of the subject. Please understand that there are more people studying the same things that you study. These people may or may not have opinions that vary from what you are teaching me. As your student I feel that I will gain a better understanding of the subject by having a curriculum that is not based off of your findings, your text, and your website. Now that I have said that, Mark McGwire! You suck. Do not lie. Steroids. Really. You know that you did them so that you could become the "ultimate" baseball player. So quit lying and saying that you did it for health reasons. If you really did take them for health reasons, don't you think you would have stopped taking them? Especially since they didn't "improve your game." You are a liar. I hate you. And yet Pete Rose cannot make it into the hall of fame. Also to the Logan newspaper, "The Herald Journal," please get a new editor. Check your facts. Don't put that the same team had two games in one day. Or that cattle are really sheep. History of China, please please please let me survive the semester. And the bookstore, you ordered my book a week ago. I really need it. Please get it or I will fall behind in my lit class. On the bright side, I can see the sky. ITS BLUE!! And BEAUTIFUL! I missed it so much. And today I made corn, ham, and potato chowder. I am so excited. The end.