What a perfect day for this, because it is MY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!
So my day so far has been great (other than the fact that I am 27 years old which means that I am practically 30, and to me, that feels SO OLD!!!)!
It started off by sleeping in, and then waking up to the hubby making breakfast! After breakfast we all got bathed and ready to start the day. Before I even left the house I had my fist birthday delivery! A beautiful scarf, which I plan to wear all day! :)
Then it was off to lunch with my mom, sisters, kids, and one husband (not mine, he had to work!), which know makes me think how our table might have appeared! We are not polygamists!! :) Lunch was delicious, we went to a newer place called Milagros, it was yummy. My sister, also brought yummy cupcakes from a place called Dippadee, that was awesome as well!
After lunch we came home, and I put the kiddos down for naps. I checked my facebook, and felt the love from all my facebook friends as well! Then I received a couple phone calls with birthday wishes, and had to visitors bringing my more gifts! So fun! I got a lovely bag from a friend who knows me too well, and knows that I need a new one for church bad! Then my dear friend/ relief society president brought me a pistachio cake! So sweet!! I definitely feel the love today!! I also received several very sweet cards, that have truly touched me.
Which brings us this moment of me updating the blog, Kaleb just recently woke up and was sad because I was talking on the phone too loud, and he wanted to take a longer nap, here how the conversation went...
(kaleb comes down the stairs with a big frown on his face)
Me: Hi buddy! Did you have a good nap?"
Kaleb: I wanted to take a really long nap! (sad voice)
Me: Was that not long enough?
Kaleb: "no! How am I going to take a really long nap now?!" (really sad voice!)
I felt so bad and tried not to laugh! I guess he doesn't believe in forcing himself back to sleep, like I do! :)
The plans for the rest of the day are, blake gets home at five, and then we will be heading off to the Hale center theater to see Hairspray!!! I am super excited!
Today has been a great day, best birthday I have had in a long time!! Thanks to everyone who has helped make is so special!
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Monday, February 21, 2011
Day 4- What I ate today
Well this was supposed to be yesterday's post, so I will write an overview of my eating yesterday! :)
Skipped breakfast
peanut butter and jelly on whole wheat, with an apple and cheese stick for lunch
about six cake balls dipped in chocolate
yummy yummy lasagna, salad, and garlic bread my mother in law made for my birthday dinner celebration
large piece of zucchini cake with cream cheese frosting, with cookies and cream and cookie dough icecream
Not exactly a day of eating that I am proud of... But I am just glad this question wasn't posted the day before, it was much worse!!
Skipped breakfast
peanut butter and jelly on whole wheat, with an apple and cheese stick for lunch
about six cake balls dipped in chocolate
yummy yummy lasagna, salad, and garlic bread my mother in law made for my birthday dinner celebration
large piece of zucchini cake with cream cheese frosting, with cookies and cream and cookie dough icecream
Not exactly a day of eating that I am proud of... But I am just glad this question wasn't posted the day before, it was much worse!!
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Day 3 - My Parents
I am blessed to have two sets of wonderful parents! My own, biological parents, and my husbands parents. They are both wonderful, wonderful people.
My Parents
My mom and Dad, Scott & Beckie, have been married for 34 years now (i think). They both went to the same high school in Alaska, and my mom was smitten. My dad didn't really have too much of an interest at first.
My dad was baptized into the LDS church when he was 9, and when he was 19 decided to go on a mission. My mom was not a member of the church, and went to Oklahoma for college, and there got involved in a young ambassadors christian group. When She heard that Scott was coming home from an LDS mission, she decided to come home earlier than she was originally planning for summer. Her idea was to convince him of his wrong ways by being a mormon. Turns out that through those conversations my mom began an interest in the LDS church and was baptized by my dad 9 months later. A few months after that they were married. :) Their original plan was to wait the year the needed to, to go to the temple to be sealed, but for a few months during that year the Church came out with a new policy that members didn't have to wait a year from their marriage date, just their baptism date (I could be wrong on the details of that), so they were able to be sealed a few months after they were married. They have six kids, one boy & five girls, the two youngest, twins.
My parents are great people. The thing that has influenced my life the most is their testimony of the gospel. There is no question with either of them that living the gospel is the most important thing in their life. They have instilled that same belief in me. I will forever be grateful to them for their conversion and for their steadfastness in teaching and raising their family in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Their conversion will bless generations. They now have 9 grandchildren from three daughters. That number will definitely increase throughout the years!
Blake's Parents
Blake's parents, Doug & Leen, are also wonderful people. They were both raised in inactive families (in the Church) and both of them for some reason grabbed hold of the gospel and decided to live it even though the people around them were not. They have been great examples in our lives, and always have extended arms toward us. We have a lot of fun together, and they are great grandparents. They also had 6 kids, five boys, and one girl. They currently have 7 grandkids from the three oldest children. That number will definitely increase as well!
Blake and I are truly indebted to both our parents. They have both done so much for us in raising us, and in their continued support through out our lives. We have a great relationship with them, and love them deeply.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Day 2- My First Love
I almost forgot to log in today!! I might fail at this 30 day challenge! So my first love..... ah...
He was when I was five, possibly even younger. His name was Timmy Lougee (lau-gee). We went to the same church, our moms were friends, and then to top it all off we started kindergarten together in the same class! I loved him. One of my most disappointing days was when we were standing in line to go to music class, and one of our classmates said, "Someone wants to give you a kiss!" I got so excited and turned around (thinking that it could only be Timmy) to see another little boy with green snot coming from his nose (whom I also grew up with, went to the same church, etc.) all puckered up! Before I could even react he gave a hurried, snotty kiss to me on my cheek! I was so disgusted and heart broken it wasn't Timmy there wanting to give me a kiss.
Another memorable moment was that same year in kindergarten. My mom had some errands to run, so I went to Timmy's house to play. While there, his mom fed their dog, Sugar, her lunch. I was very fond of dogs, and we had one of our own. So naturally I saw her eating and went up behind her to pet her... bad idea! She turned around and snapped at me, and got me right on the lip! I had to get 6 stitches and still have the scar today! I loved being able to hold that over Timmy's head, his dog was the reason I had a scar on my face! I often felt that we forever had a apart in each other's lives because of that permanent scar on my face!
I spent the rest of my grade school year in and out of little crushes, but Timmy was my main heart throb. I think he must've liked me too because he always chose me to pick on! He would always tease me, tell me how smart he was, and never pick me to be on his team to play soccer at recess. In 6th grade we received the devastating news that Timmy was moving to Utah. My future plans to woo him and fall in love and get married were crushed! I seriously was planing on him being my first date and only date! I just assumed that naturally once we were of age we would date and be married the day he returned home from serving a mission! I specifically remember writing in my diary, "how will we ever get married now?!" But then genius struck! I would simply go to BYU and so would he, our paths would cross, we would reunite, fall in love and get married!! Problem solved!
The story didn't quite work out that way! But it is ok, I'm sure Timmy is very happy with his life (however he has never married, and I like to believe it is because he couldn't find anyone that could compare to me) , and I am very happy with mine!
We did reunite a couple of times after my family moved to Utah, through wedding receptions of mutual Alaskan friends, I planned on asking him to prom or preference, but for some reason that never worked out either. He told me a couple of times that he wanted to take me on a date as well, but I guess living in different cities, going to different schools, it just wasn't in the works for us!
He was when I was five, possibly even younger. His name was Timmy Lougee (lau-gee). We went to the same church, our moms were friends, and then to top it all off we started kindergarten together in the same class! I loved him. One of my most disappointing days was when we were standing in line to go to music class, and one of our classmates said, "Someone wants to give you a kiss!" I got so excited and turned around (thinking that it could only be Timmy) to see another little boy with green snot coming from his nose (whom I also grew up with, went to the same church, etc.) all puckered up! Before I could even react he gave a hurried, snotty kiss to me on my cheek! I was so disgusted and heart broken it wasn't Timmy there wanting to give me a kiss.
Another memorable moment was that same year in kindergarten. My mom had some errands to run, so I went to Timmy's house to play. While there, his mom fed their dog, Sugar, her lunch. I was very fond of dogs, and we had one of our own. So naturally I saw her eating and went up behind her to pet her... bad idea! She turned around and snapped at me, and got me right on the lip! I had to get 6 stitches and still have the scar today! I loved being able to hold that over Timmy's head, his dog was the reason I had a scar on my face! I often felt that we forever had a apart in each other's lives because of that permanent scar on my face!
I spent the rest of my grade school year in and out of little crushes, but Timmy was my main heart throb. I think he must've liked me too because he always chose me to pick on! He would always tease me, tell me how smart he was, and never pick me to be on his team to play soccer at recess. In 6th grade we received the devastating news that Timmy was moving to Utah. My future plans to woo him and fall in love and get married were crushed! I seriously was planing on him being my first date and only date! I just assumed that naturally once we were of age we would date and be married the day he returned home from serving a mission! I specifically remember writing in my diary, "how will we ever get married now?!" But then genius struck! I would simply go to BYU and so would he, our paths would cross, we would reunite, fall in love and get married!! Problem solved!
The story didn't quite work out that way! But it is ok, I'm sure Timmy is very happy with his life (however he has never married, and I like to believe it is because he couldn't find anyone that could compare to me) , and I am very happy with mine!
We did reunite a couple of times after my family moved to Utah, through wedding receptions of mutual Alaskan friends, I planned on asking him to prom or preference, but for some reason that never worked out either. He told me a couple of times that he wanted to take me on a date as well, but I guess living in different cities, going to different schools, it just wasn't in the works for us!
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Day 1- Introduce Yourself
I don't know why this task of introducing myself seems daunting! I just feel like there is so much about me, that I can't really pinpoint who I am with words. I'll just start with the basics and see where it takes me!
My name is (whoever is reading this knows already, but bare with me!) Erin Huff, I am almost 27 years old, I have been married for almost 6 1/2 years, I have two BEAUTIFUL children, Kaleb (3 1/2) Maylee (almost 2). You can look right above this post and see a picture of my wonderful family. :)
I was born and raised in Fairbanks, Alaska, we moved to Utah when I was 16. I am very grateful for growing up in Alaska. I was able to make relationships that were very meaningful to me, I have a handful of best friends that mean the world to me. With each one of them we can go months, sometimes even years without talking, and when we do it is like no time has passed at all. They are true friends, and have helped mold me into the person I am today. Like I said I have a handful of these friends, some people aren't even lucky enough to have one! I am one lucky girl and feel very blessed to have these people in my life. I know it was no accident that we grew up together and are still apart of eachother's lives.
Like I said before, when I moved to Utah I was 16. The move was a great growing experience for my family and I, I know it was something we needed to do, and it definitely tried the faith of my parents. It was here that I was "reunited" with Blake, that we fell in love, and started our life together. I love Utah. I don't know if I will stay here forever, but while I am here I am grateful, it is beautiful land and beautiful people (maybe some not so beautiful too!).
My life right now, is busy but happy!! I am in a spot right now that I am very grateful for and pleased with. I was recently called to be the Young Women's president in our ward, and through the past few months I have grown so much. Before I got this calling, my life was filled with uncertainty, I didn't know where we were going, what we were going to do, even when we were going to have our next child, and it was really hard for me! I still don't know any of those answers! But I do know now, that I am where the Lord wants me to be. I have a comfortable home, healthy and happy children, and my husband has a job that provides for our needs. I am happy with that, and I know the Lord will let us know when it is time for a change. Right now all I can do is enjoy the situation I am in, because it is a good one, and be happy! This is the first time in my life that I have ever felt this way. Not even as a teenager. I've always looked to greener pastures, and have always thought that's when my life would begin. I feel bad about that now, and feel sorry for my poor husband who has had to put up with that for so long! Life is so much better when you are happy with what you have and appreciate it!
As far as some of my interests, this past year I have taken up running, biking, and swimming. I trained for an olympic triathlon in 2010, that I was unfortunately not able to compete in because of the death of my grandmother, but it has brought to light a whole new person I didn't know exsisted! I really enjoy being active and accomplishing hard things. I have kept up the workouts (somewhat) and look forward to making and reaching new physical goals. I also love baking and cooking. I love to sing, but am very self conscience about it. I love crafty things, especially when it comes to home decorating, but you'd never know it by being in my house! That is still in dreaming phase! I think I am afraid to do something bold incase I don't like it, and then that money has gone to waste. Besides that we rent, and it is a worry of mine that I will buy/ make things for this house that won't work in another. I know, I just need to buck up and do something to my bare walls!
I think that may be a good enough introduction to myself! Maybe a little too good! If I have retained any readers this long, thank you for the flattery of reading all of this! You are great friends! :) On a side note, I have 5 siblings, 4 sisters 1 brother! And I work 4 hours a week as a water aerobics instructor! And that is me in a novel!! :)
My name is (whoever is reading this knows already, but bare with me!) Erin Huff, I am almost 27 years old, I have been married for almost 6 1/2 years, I have two BEAUTIFUL children, Kaleb (3 1/2) Maylee (almost 2). You can look right above this post and see a picture of my wonderful family. :)
I was born and raised in Fairbanks, Alaska, we moved to Utah when I was 16. I am very grateful for growing up in Alaska. I was able to make relationships that were very meaningful to me, I have a handful of best friends that mean the world to me. With each one of them we can go months, sometimes even years without talking, and when we do it is like no time has passed at all. They are true friends, and have helped mold me into the person I am today. Like I said I have a handful of these friends, some people aren't even lucky enough to have one! I am one lucky girl and feel very blessed to have these people in my life. I know it was no accident that we grew up together and are still apart of eachother's lives.
Like I said before, when I moved to Utah I was 16. The move was a great growing experience for my family and I, I know it was something we needed to do, and it definitely tried the faith of my parents. It was here that I was "reunited" with Blake, that we fell in love, and started our life together. I love Utah. I don't know if I will stay here forever, but while I am here I am grateful, it is beautiful land and beautiful people (maybe some not so beautiful too!).
My life right now, is busy but happy!! I am in a spot right now that I am very grateful for and pleased with. I was recently called to be the Young Women's president in our ward, and through the past few months I have grown so much. Before I got this calling, my life was filled with uncertainty, I didn't know where we were going, what we were going to do, even when we were going to have our next child, and it was really hard for me! I still don't know any of those answers! But I do know now, that I am where the Lord wants me to be. I have a comfortable home, healthy and happy children, and my husband has a job that provides for our needs. I am happy with that, and I know the Lord will let us know when it is time for a change. Right now all I can do is enjoy the situation I am in, because it is a good one, and be happy! This is the first time in my life that I have ever felt this way. Not even as a teenager. I've always looked to greener pastures, and have always thought that's when my life would begin. I feel bad about that now, and feel sorry for my poor husband who has had to put up with that for so long! Life is so much better when you are happy with what you have and appreciate it!
As far as some of my interests, this past year I have taken up running, biking, and swimming. I trained for an olympic triathlon in 2010, that I was unfortunately not able to compete in because of the death of my grandmother, but it has brought to light a whole new person I didn't know exsisted! I really enjoy being active and accomplishing hard things. I have kept up the workouts (somewhat) and look forward to making and reaching new physical goals. I also love baking and cooking. I love to sing, but am very self conscience about it. I love crafty things, especially when it comes to home decorating, but you'd never know it by being in my house! That is still in dreaming phase! I think I am afraid to do something bold incase I don't like it, and then that money has gone to waste. Besides that we rent, and it is a worry of mine that I will buy/ make things for this house that won't work in another. I know, I just need to buck up and do something to my bare walls!
I think that may be a good enough introduction to myself! Maybe a little too good! If I have retained any readers this long, thank you for the flattery of reading all of this! You are great friends! :) On a side note, I have 5 siblings, 4 sisters 1 brother! And I work 4 hours a week as a water aerobics instructor! And that is me in a novel!! :)
30 Day Challenge
30-Day Blog Challenge!
Day 01 - Introduce Yourself
Day 02 - Your First Love
Day 03 - Your Parents
Day 04 - What You Ate Today
Day 05 - Your Definition Of Love
Day 06 - Your Day
Day 07 - Your Best Friend
Day 08 - A Moment
Day 09 - Your Beliefs
Day 10 - What You Wore Today
Day 11 - Your Siblings
Day 12 - What's In Your Bag
Day 13 - This Week
Day 14 - What You Wore Today
Day 15 - Your First Kiss
Day 16 - Your Dreams
Day 17 - Your Favorite Birthday
Day 18 - Your Favorite Memory
Day 19 - Something You Regret
Day 20 - This Month
Day 21 - Another Moment
Day 22 - Something That Upsets You
Day 23 - Something That Makes You Feel Better
Day 24 - Something That Makes You Cry
Day 25 - A First
Day 26 - Your Fears
Day 27 - Your Favorite Place
Day 28 - Something That You Miss
Day 29 - Your Aspirations
Day 30 - One Last Moment
I challenge anyone who sees this to join me. It will be fun to get to know each other better!
Day 01 - Introduce Yourself
Day 02 - Your First Love
Day 03 - Your Parents
Day 04 - What You Ate Today
Day 05 - Your Definition Of Love
Day 06 - Your Day
Day 07 - Your Best Friend
Day 08 - A Moment
Day 09 - Your Beliefs
Day 10 - What You Wore Today
Day 11 - Your Siblings
Day 12 - What's In Your Bag
Day 13 - This Week
Day 14 - What You Wore Today
Day 15 - Your First Kiss
Day 16 - Your Dreams
Day 17 - Your Favorite Birthday
Day 18 - Your Favorite Memory
Day 19 - Something You Regret
Day 20 - This Month
Day 21 - Another Moment
Day 22 - Something That Upsets You
Day 23 - Something That Makes You Feel Better
Day 24 - Something That Makes You Cry
Day 25 - A First
Day 26 - Your Fears
Day 27 - Your Favorite Place
Day 28 - Something That You Miss
Day 29 - Your Aspirations
Day 30 - One Last Moment
I challenge anyone who sees this to join me. It will be fun to get to know each other better!
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