Did 2 months already go by??

Tuesday, December 30, 2008

I have been quite the slacker these days when it comes to blogging. These past 2 months have flown by and I can't believe it's almost 2009. So I am going to do a quick run down of events that have happened and include some pictures.

November 5th was Jake's 31st b-day. We enjoyed a nice STEAK dinner together that night and I got him some really cool NIKE shoes that he loves wearing around.

November 9th-17th we took a trip to Hawaii with my sister Stephanie and her hubby Enoch. I haven't been there since 2002 so it was nice to go back and experience the island life again. Stephanie and Jake had never been so it was fun showing them around. We stayed in a vacation rental that Enoch's brother manages right on the beach - so that was really awesome. We did all the touristy things and then just relaxed most of the time. See my sisters blog to see more of that vacation. She was the designated picture taker and was good about updating our trip there.

On Sat, November 22nd we moved into a house that we are now renting. The night before Jake got the flu and was up all night throwing up. It was awful. But thanks to his dad, mom, brother-in-law, and some wonderful friends we were able to get it all moved over. If you are reading this - THANK YOU so much for helping.

TURKEY DAY we headed up to my dad's house in Idaho and enjoyed way too much good food and the company of my siblings and their families. My dad is an awesome cook. We had prime rib, turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, salads, cheese balls, on and on ... plus all the yummy desserts. Too bad I had a dr. appt that next Monday and gained like 8lbs in a month. Totally worth it though. We also stopped in Logan to spend Sat afternoon and Sunday with Jake's family. Always good times up there.

I am not sure where the month of December went, but it went FAST. I can't believe tomorrow is the last day of the month. I guess I have just been working a lot and unpacking the house and getting ready for the baby.

CHRISTMAS we spent up in Logan with Jake's family. We drove up Christmas Eve and went out to dinner with Jake's parents and just hung out with family that night. Christmas morning was so much fun. We enjoyed watching Jake's nieces open their presents and then had Jake's Cakes aka pancakes and bacon that morning. Later that night - Michele (Jake's mom) set up the fondue sets and we had way too much to eat. It was seriously so YUMMY and I wished I could have eaten more that night but the baby won't let me stuff as much down in my tummy these days as I'd like.

PREGNANCY is going good. I can't wait until she is born though. I am getting rather LARGE and uncomfortable. She is a very active child - especially at night when I am ready to call it a day. It's so amazing to feel this little person inside of me moving around. We are so excited for her arrival. The dr. said I am measuring further along so hopefully she'll come a little earlier :)

Anyways - I hope everyone has been doing well and enjoyed their Christmas Holiday and has the best New Years ever. I'll try to update again soon!!

Here are some pictures from the last couple months:

HAWAII - NOV 2008

NORTH SHORE-HALEIWA NOV 2008

OUR NEW RENTAL - OLD BUT LOVING IT!

TURKEY DAY 2008

TURKEY DAY B-BALL

31 WEEKS PREGNANT

(not a great pic ... it was a long week ... but there is the belly)

Happy Halloween!

Friday, October 31, 2008

Just wanted to wish everyone a Happy Halloween!

Jake and I are trying to figure out something to do right now so I thought I'd post these pictures while he comes up with a great idea. I thought we could stay home and watch scary movies all night - but if you know Jake he can't even watch a scary movie preview on TV. Haha! He won't even take me to a Haunted House either. Oh well - you can't have it all Ü

Just teasing honey ... you are all that and lots more!!

Just me getting ready this morning ~ look at that BELLY!

These are some of the peeps from work in the IT department.

I am thinking I might want to dye my hair orange in the future ... NOT!!

Brooke at 22 weeks

Sunday, October 19, 2008

Here is a picture of me today after church. My BELLY is getting nice and BIG and so are other parts of my body. So FUN!! I'll try to take some more in the weeks to come. I am feeling much better - no more morning sickness so that is AWESOME!

Dinner at PF Changs

Jodee was in town the first weekend in October so we met up with Amy and went to PF Chang's for some dinner. Jodee got to meet Gavin for the 1st time. It was fun to get together and catch up like old times. Jodee is also pregnant and she is due in December and she is having a girl too! The funny thing is that my belly is just about as big as hers and I am 2 months behind her. It will be fun (or depressing) to see how BIG I get by February.

Work Party - 70's

Every year my company has an annual meeting and they always have a Themed Party Night. This year it was 70's. Here are a few shots from that night. Me trying to be a 70's Diva and Jake being a hippie and then me with a couple girls I work with. We had a good time!!

Meeting Gavin

I am trying to catch up on some blogging because I have been lazy lately.

Here are a couple pictures of when I went down to see Amy and her new baby boy Gavin. He's so stinking cute, but so are all of Amy's kids. If you want to see more pictures of the cutie you can go to Amy's blog (you'll see it under my Family and Friends link). I look horrible in this picture, but I blame it on the morning sickness.


I just went out with Amy and Gavin yesterday and we had some yummy Cafe Rio and did some shopping. I am so glad Amy lives in Utah because I don't have any close friends here so it's nice to have one around. Thanks Amy for being you and being such a great friend. I just LOVE you to death!

Let's go out for your birthday Saturday!!!

IT'S A ....

Thursday, October 02, 2008

GIRL!

We just found out today that we are having a baby girl. We are so excited. It was amazing to go to the Ultrasound appt and see how she is developing. They said everything looks normal and good so that makes us happy. Jake is a little nervous because he knows with my shopping habits and with all the girl stuff out there - WE are in TROUBLE :) Anyways, just wanted to spread the good news.

Oregon Vacation Pictures

Monday, September 29, 2008

This is going to be a random post.

I just wanted to post some pictures from our summer vacation to Oregon.

The first set of pictures were from our visit to the REDWOODS (great big trees for those who don't know what the Redwoods are). We drove down to Northern California where the National Redwood Forest is and enjoyed hiking around and checking out these HUGE trees!!





We went to our family reunion in Grants Pass on June 21st - I didn't take many pictures there except for when everyone started really enjoying the CUPCAKES leftover from Britt's wedding. Sorry - kind of gross - but I thought it was funny Ü



Here are a couple pictures from our White Water Jetboat trip with Hellgate Excursions. I wanted to show Jake the Rogue River in Grants Pass so we took this fun little trip and then the next day we rented a raft and floated the river with my sister Steph and her friend Nancee. Fun times!!

Here are a couple shots from the resort in Depoe Bay that we stayed at on the Oregon Coast. It was absolutely gorgeous there.

Here is a picture of me with and one of my best friends KRISTIN. Jake and I went up to Portland and did some sight seeing and then had dinner with Kristin and stayed at her place that night. Thanks Kristin for your hospitality - it was very much appreciated.

The rest of the pictures are from 4th of July - we went over to Bandon beach to watch the firework show there. I was so sick that night - with pregnancy issues and a sinus infection - but it was still a lot of fun being with my CRAZY family.

Me and Stephee (it was her B-day on the 4th too!!)

Whitney and Alex (my cute nieces) hanging out at the firework show

My mom and one of the twins cuddling - it got cold on the coast.

Me and my sister Brittany Ü

I think that is it to wrap up some of what we did during our FUN vacation to OREGON.

WE'RE PREGNANT

Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Just wanted to announce that Jake and I are having a BABY. We are due February 23rd, 2009. We are really EXCITED to have an addition to our family. I am almost 3 MONTHS now and hoping the next 6 MONTHS will be easier. My 1st trimester has been pretty TOUGH - although I might just be a wimp. I didn't know "MORNING SICKNESS" lasted all day. I have been so SICK and TIRED, but I feel very BLESSED to be pregnant and expecting our 1st child. Anywhooooo, I'll keep you posted on how things go.

Brittany's Wedding - June 20, 2008

Wednesday, July 30, 2008

My sister Brittany got married June 20th to a great guy - Mark Christy. They had their wedding ceremony and reception in their back yard in Eagle Point, OR. We had fun getting everything cleaned up and ready for the big celebration. It turned out really cute and was a very nice evening. Brittany looked beautiful like usual. Congrats Brittany and Mark!! Take good care of each other!!

Here are some shots from the wedding:

The Sisters - Bridesmaids Ü

Brittany with her Sisters and Kids -

Kathryn, Stephanie, Me, Jared, Camille, and Victoria

Me helping out with decorating - I am so happy and helpful!!

Auntie Brookie and Auntie Stephee with the Twins - Victoria and Camille

Anniversary #1 - June 22, 2008

Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Jake and I have been married for a year now. It has gone by pretty fast actually ... well at least for me. Jake might have his own opinion, but let's just pretend he agrees. I have loved being married to Jake. He has been such a great husband and friend to me. If any of you know him, you know that he is a goof ball the majority of the time and living with him 24-7 is hilarious. So Honey - thanks for being you and making me the happiest girl ever. I love you very much.

For our Anniversary - we spent the day and night in Ashland, OR. We stayed at a beautiful hotel called Ashland Plaza Inn. The bath tub was my favorite part. It was HUGE!! I need one installed in my apartment. We got a couple's massage and steam shower at the Blue Giraffe Spa. The massages were awesome - just what we needed to relax and enjoy our special day. Jake is in love with the steam shower. He didn't want to get out of it and swears someday when we're rich that he'll have one of those installed also. We'll add that to our wish list Ü

The HUGE tub!!!

We walked around Lithia Park and had dinner at some steak joint. Here are some shots in Lithia Park.

Jake got me a beautiful bracelet (with the help of his mother - thanks Michele). I got Jake a new motorcycle helmet. I think he liked it - I mean he wore the thing around most of the evening ... I was surprised he didn't sleep in it. Here are pictures of our 1st Anniversary gifts.

Blog Update

~Hi Family & Friends~

I have been slacking with blogging lately. Maybe it will be easier once we have kids - perhaps more exciting stuff to blog about - who knows! Jake and I aren't too interesting at the moment. I am going to try to play catch up over the next few days ... so be on the look out. I have finally downloaded some pictures from our Oregon vacation. Hope everyone is doing well and enjoying their summer!! Talk to you soon!!

Destiny and Nate's Wedding Weekend

Thursday, May 08, 2008

One of my best friends - Destiny got married this past weekend to a wonderful guy Nate in the Medford Oregon Temple on May 3rd. It was so fun to go back to Grants Pass and be there for their special day. I flew out to Oregon on Wednesday night with the flu. It was horrible, but my loving husband booked me a hotel room so I wouldn't get my sister and her kids sick since I was supposed to stay with them that night. I felt much better the next day thank goodness. Grants Pass is so beautiful ... or I should say Oregon is. It's just so green! The weather was awesome that weekend too so that helped out.

Friday morning Jodee made me go running with her. It's the first time I ran since the 1/2 marathon. It was fun to run our old route we used to do years ago. I did lunges like I used to right after the run ... stupid ... I was so sore the next couple days. After our run ... Destiny, Jodee, Amy and I went to breakfast. Here's a couple shots from that yummy breakfast.

Jake flew out on Thursday night - so glad he came for it. It was a crazy trip but I think he had fun. He got to see an old mission buddy - Brian - so that was fun for him. Here's a picture of them at the temple having a good time :) Brian is married to Shalyse who was one of my college roommates. She was so fun to live with. Here's a picture of her with her new baby Lulu. So cute!!

The best part of going home and having weddings is you get to see so many people. Destiny and Nate's temple ceremony and reception was a lot of fun because it was like a reunion. Here are some shots from outside the temple.

Here is my one of my wonderful mother and sister Steph. Mom ... I miss you already so much!

Me with some of my best friends: Jodee, Kylee, and Amy.

Beautiful inside and out!!

My hubby and Me - I am one lucky lady!!

The beautiful bride Destiny and me at her reception.

Kylee and Me at Destiny's reception. Kylee with her new hair cut. It is so cute!!

Okay so I need to wrap up this post because it's taken me forever to do. I need to get better at this - you think it would be easy since I work in computers. I guess I need to do some research and get some creative stuff going on so it will be all cute and whatnot.