Moco Fred

Mr. Moco came into this world in 2005- on my sister and brother in law's wedding day- they didn't get him for a while after that-but it was a significant day for them. Half Chihuahua and half Jack Russell Moco was an adventurous little pup. Very smart, he learned a whole slew of tricks with a 5-pc nugget meal- just the right incentive. He was a master escape artist- in and out of the house and very nimble- he was able to jump the baby gate. He was a grumpy little bugger when he wasn't around his mom and dad- always looking for them when we babysat him- but sweet as can be and always willing to get a belly rub. 

Moco, his sister Lula and cousin Randy were having a sleep over in Jen and Casey's backyard while we celebrated the 4th in Park City. The little trouble makers dug their way out of the back yard and unfortunately poor Moco got hit by a car. It breaks my heart that this sweet dog was hurt. With the extent of his injuries, the most humane thing was to put him to sleep- which they did with Casey by his side. 

Moco was loved and will be missed greatly. Luckily his sister was returned by a neighbor- she had been running wild in the neighborhood. Randy is too scared to run and Jen's next door neighbor was able to coax him into their house where they kept him safe and were able to call me (my number is on his chains). 

Please, if you have pets- chip them with current information or have up to date info on their chains and make sure they are wearing them- even if they are just in the back yard. You never know when it could be your puppy. 

We love you Moco!

Freedom

I've been thinking about everybody's different FB posts regarding the 4th of July and what it means to them- I was in bed,  my husband with his arm slung across my hip and our baby in my belly.
Some posts were ridiculous- Mentioning guns, beer and the pursuit of drunkenness; some were patriotic and mentioned those who have died for our freedoms or are currently away from their home and family to help protect us. All from one extreme to the next.

I am extremely grateful for everything I have. I am glad that I pay taxes- it means I make enough money to help support our family. I am grateful for dirty clothes and dishes- because it means we have shirts on our backs and  food in our bellies. I am grateful for picketing, hate spewing idiots- because it means I live in a place where my personal thoughts and beliefs are not censured. I am even more grateful for the loving, kind people who protest the haters- sending out messages of love and tolerance. (http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/the-upbeat/girl-westboro-lemonade-stand-140819768.html)

I am grateful for the change that I am seeing in the world. Women taking office, lots of different colored people everywhere, laws ensuring everyone's rights are protected beginning to pop up.
I am sad that it is has taken this long to get to this point, but nothing warms my heart more than seeing hundreds of LDS people hugging Pride participants at the parade or the pictures of same-sex couples getting engaged/married just like every other American has the right to do.

Way to go America! Keep up the good work :)

Thank you for your sacrifice sexy veteran!!

Make Over

Since we have moved into this house we have had plans to re do this or change this... when we were thinking of selling the house we really started thinking about it- never happened.
I told Mondo since we have a little one on the way we have a short period of time to decide what to do. We either: A-) Fix up the house so that we can rent it until we can sell it; or B-) Fix it up so we can settle into it and stay for awhile- until we can sell it.
We know this isn't our forever home but it's beyond time to do something so we don't feel like we are just biding our time until we can get out. Surprisingly, Mondo said we should just stay here and fix it up- Color me astonished!
My plan, is to do one room every pay period. That seems like forever, but it gives me nice break in between rooms and gives me a deadline so that I stay on track.
First up: Upstairs bathroom.

I will post the "after" soon, I still need new rugs and to finish the mirror. Yay for completing projects

Belly Bean

So we brought back an unexpected souvenir from Florida.... I'm pregnant!
I was hesitant to say anything right away but then I seen a little fluttering heartbeat and I can hardly wait to tell everyone. I'm really excited- it doesn't seem to have sunk in with the husband- I'm sure it will once I start showing or when we find out what we are having.
I am also quite upset that there is a shit-ton of crap that people should tell about pregnancy- like you can bleed, you are the most bloated you will ever be in your life... ya know the stuff you really need to know.

We are due January 5th, but I'm hoping our little friend will make a December appearance... mostly because our deductible will be met and then we can count him on our taxes. I have noticed that I keep calling the baby a 'him' but deep down I think that it's a girl.... Mondo really wants a boy first... so I guess we'll see!

Baby Xander

So I wasn't far off in my prediction about my friend having her baby- Her shower was Saturday and she had him on Monday. Little Alexander was born on May 6th and he is a doll :)
He had some jaundice issues and spent a few extra days in the hospital but once he was home his mama and dad were wanting to get some pictures of the little guy. Since I like the practice I volunteered my services, these are a few of the results:

Little bugger trying to lift his head already!

Ol' Blue

So I've decided to sell my car. For several reasons this is a very good decision for me, at the same time I will miss my little car very much. It was my very first brand new car, when I bought it there were only 30 miles on it. It has moved me from my parent's to my first house, taken me on many'o girl's trips to Vegas and been there through snow and rain.
I am going to use the money from my car to pay off one of my student loans and my credit card. Along with not having a car payment anymore this will save me mucho dinero every month, allowing me to put some money in savings and pay down my other student loans. I am currently driving a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, a big difference from my cute little car- but it will serve it's purpose and.... It's just a car :)

Baby Robinson

My bestie is having a little boy, probably really soon because she is already dilated to a 4 :)
I threw her a baby shower and everything came out really great- she got a lot of presents, diapers and all kind of stuff for this little kiddo.

Diaper Cake and Real Cake

Jennifer and Adrienne

Mom and Me

Diana and Laura

The blanket I made :)

Oh, my good friend

I LIKE CUPCAKES!

I love how cute my friend's belly is! 

I can't wait to meet this handsome little man!!!