My Tulips

My slideshow wouldn't work in the post below so here it is up here!

An Update From Columbus Ohio

Spring has officially arrived here in Columbus and I love it, and because I love it I decided to do a random post with all the things we have been up to lately.
Easter-

For Easter this year Scottie and I decided to have some of our fellow med one friends come over for a big Easter dinner. I had an extra turkey and decided having everyone over to enjoy it would be a good way to get rid of it, and to celebrate this important holiday. Each couple brought something to share...and I think we had an incredible Easter Feast. It was so much fun to be with such close friends on this holiday, (especially when we were missing our families). So thanks to you all for coming, and we hope to make this a tradition for many years to come!

The Gals (and Shane of course)

The Bros

Tulips- Who would have known that such a simple thing can create so much joy! So back in September when I started going to gardening club my friend Kendall hosted the club and featured growing tulips and other spring flowers. She gave each one of us some tulip bulbs and wished us luck in planting them. Well I rushed home...much to Scottie's surprise...and planted them with a spoon... (that was the part Scottie was Surprised about). Well me being an unbeliever didn't really think they would bloom in the spring. BUT get this about two weeks ago I came home from work to discover this.

Each day since then has been filled with excitement as I come out the door in the morning on my way to work, or when I come around the corner on my way home from work. I have loved watching my tulips bloom and smile every time I look at them... So remember to enjoy the simple things in life and be a believer.

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Plus I just have to say how much I love Spring, there is just something in the air that makes everyone happier. I went on my usual run on Friday and realized all the trees are in bloom, the grass was green, and the air smelled like SPRING!!! I just felt at home here in Columbus and was grateful for the beautiful Earth God has created for our enjoyment.

Gardening/Cooking Club-I was the host for April. I planned my activity on food storage and quick and easy recipes. We each shared recipes and brought samples to share...so we had lots of yummy food. It was super fun, and we had a good turn out too!

Playing the Food Storage Guessing Game

Having FUN!!!

Here's the YUMMY FOOD

New foods- I did something new the other day for dinner. I made sweet and sour chicken. It was a winner, we both loved it.

And last but not least, I gave in a made cookie dough (It has been more than 6 months). Scottie walked in the kitchen and this is what he discovered. What can I say I love cookie dough.

The END!

My Little Bro's Wedding March 2009

On March 20, 2009 my little brother Andrew married his childhood sweetheart Jill Fuller (now Hansen). Scottie and I were blessed to be there for this wonderful event (thanks to my parents), and now I want to share my experience with you all, so enjoy as usual!!! We were blessed to have spring break the same time they decided to have the wedding so Scottie didn’t have to miss med school…yes for us. OK here it goes..and the trip started out interesting so pay attention.
Tuesday- we fly out to Washington- this is probably the most anticipated plane ride I have ever had because I had a connecting flight with my sister and her two adorable kids. So I was able to spend some time with them before the other relatives could interfere LOL. Priceless!
Jordie giving me a hug after opening his Birthday present

Here the interesting part: We live in between two airports and my brother (yes the one getting married) went to the wrong one to pick us up…you can only imagine he had his mind on other things. So dad came to the rescue and we stayed in a hotel up at Mt. Vernon. (You can only imagine the teasing my brother will get for years to come LOL. Love you Andrew)
Wednesday-Only day in Washington not sick- We spent the day chatting as a family and preparing for the big day. We had to keep the family tradition alive of going out to eat at Applebees, so we did…and this is where the sick part came in
Thursday-FOOD POISIONING!!!-So I woke up at 4am throwing up…well having problems in both ends. The last time I can remember throwing up was when I was 10 so this was no FUN. My sweet incredible husband laid by my side all day long and took care of my every need…he even held my hair up as the prayed to the porcelain bowl (AKA toilet). My love for Scottie grew so much…and I appreciate him so much!
He offered to give me a blessing and I know it is because of his blessing that I was able to go to Andrew’s wedding, luncheon, and reception, and have an incredible time. I am so grateful to have a husband who is worthy to hold the priesthood and act in God’s name!
Friday- The BIG Day- Andrew and Jill were married and it was perfect…see pics above in slideshow (thanks Scottie for remembering to take pics). They were married in the Portland Temple and the weather held out for them…meaning no rain. They had their luncheon at Mary McCranks and then their reception that night. It was a blast and the Fuller family dance was probably my favorite part.
Saturday Sunday and Monday- All good…I saw two life long friends Kari and Kelli who I haven’t seen forever. Spent priceless time with my family, and savored the moments of just being home. And I just realized this is becoming a long post so I must end.
Thanks for reading it all if you did.
My old "roomie" Kelli

I had a wonderful time with my family. It was the first time we were all together in over two years. (family- I love you all so very much and I am so grateful we are sealed together to be a forever family).

Brazilian Party

Here are some of the guys...doing the famous thumbs up pose

Some friends in our ward decided to throw a party for all the people (spouses invited) who served missions in Brazil. We all made Brazilian dishes and then had a big buffet. It was a lot of fun and a wonderful idea. Thanks Jenny Harris for always throwing such great parties. Here is the Hostess and the famous guarana drink

Scottie hard at work!!! We made feijoada