I Loved My Job!

One of the hardest things about leaving Logan, was leaving my job. It was by far the most rewarding job I have ever had. I loved working with the girls at the residential treatment center on a daily basis. Even thought there were days I wanted to pull my hair out, I LOVED it. The work I was doing motivated me to get my Masters degree. I always said I would get my Masters, but in the back of my mind I did not really want to until I had the experiences at my last job.

Not only did I love doing what I did, but I worked with some great people who will be life-long friends. I miss you guys already!!

Some of my besties I worked with...

I got to go on one last trip to Yellowstone with the girls before I left, which was great. We did lots of hiking in the beautiful mountains (miss those), see lots of buffalo and Old Faithful. It was a great way to finish up work.

Goodbye Utah, Hello Kansas

Things have been crazy with finishing up work, packing, and getting to Kansas...I have hardly had time t0 think let alone BLOG....

We have made it safely to Kansas. We arrived here on Saturday and only had one minor accident...

Yes that is Josh's car...and the damage is bumper to bumper...Blake hit a guard rale when in route to Kansas. MiddleOfNowhere, WY. It stinks, but at least nobody was hurt. One day I am sure we will laugh abut it...one day. Thank goodness for insurance!!

So Blake (my brother) and Jordan (Josh's brother) helped us get to Kansas. It was nice having some company and it made moving in and out very quick.

Since they helped us, we made a little time to play before they headed home. We went to the royals game vs. the White Sox. It's going to be fun living in a city with some professional sports teams! I know Josh will LOVE it.

Since we have been here we have mostly been getting settled from the move. Josh has had some interviews for potential jobs, so we feel very blessed for that. I have been attempting to get some reading done for school-there is a ton! I start on Monday. I am feeling a bit anxious and have the first day of school jitters. Yuck. Just gotta get throught that first day and it always feels better. It is still crazy how fast this move came, Josh and I feel like we are on a vacation in Kansas...

We want to thank everyone who helped us before and durring the move! It is much appreciated!!

Congrats Grad!

Josh graduated from USU on Saturday! No more long nights at the library and group projects... Josh was excited to say he would never have to take another test at Utah State or another class at Utah State or go to the library at Utah State....I could keep going ; ) He was just happy to be done and I don't blame him. We had a fun weekend with family and friends thanks to everyone's support!

Happy Birthday Mom...Tomorrow! xoxo

MOTHER * FRIEND * COMPASSIONATE * GOOD EXAMPLE * HARD WORKING * SELFLESS * BEAUTIFUL * PRO SKIER * HAPPY * OPTIMISTIC * DARING * LOVING * NURTURING * LOVES LIFE * STRONG *

Happy Birthday to the BEST mom I could ask for. Thanks for always teaching me by example in all that you do. You are the best and I love you! xoxo

"Is this Hayden in a one peice?"

When I was at my aunt's this weekend I found this picture of my mom. The resemblance her and Hayden share is crazy! Not that you look like a boy mom, or that you look like a girl Hayden...But my cousin saw the picture and exclaimed. "Is this Hayden in a one piece?!"

Weekend in Kansas

My Cousin Kenzi's adorable boys- Tyler and Gavin

I had my first view of Kansas- the place we will soon be calling home....at least for a while. Josh was not able to go unfortunately because of school. Luckily my aunt and cousins live in the area so they helped out a ton. I had to go for an orientation for my grad school program. While I was there I also interviewed for an internship, looked for an apartment, and saw lots of flat land. I have to be honest, having NO mountains was really weird. We are excited to start this new adventure in a new place together. I realized while I was there its going to be hard to be further away from our families. Although, I know it will be a great experience for Josh and I to go through together. I am just glad I have such a positive, optimistic, supportive, and loving husband to share the adventure with!

ZiOnS

Well I have lived in Utah for over 4 years now and I finally made it to Zions! I actually went for work. We took the girls on a trip and it was a fun and exhausting experience. We hiked and explored...but with 46 girls its always interesting. If any of you have the chance to go- do it! It is a beautiful place.