Mexico, Easter, and some Spiritual Enlightenment

Every general conference weekend my parents head down to Mexico for a nice long weekend. This year we were fortunate enough to have time off work to join them. It was Easter weekend, but we don't have kids so the whole Easter egg hunt, decorating eggs, and whatnot just doesn't really appeal to us much...we have not problem trading that in for a little sun. The weather was wonderful and we even got to feel our very first earthquake (looking back it was cool but at the time, I was having a little spaz attack about it and the potential for tsunamis). The Vance's even came too and we all had lots of fun enjoying the beach, listening to conference, and munching on Lucas chickens. Yummm!

Cory loves going down there and exploring the tide pools just as much as the kids

He even caught his very first crab with his crab trap!

We decided to do this thing where we ride boogie boards down the sand dunes...we called it sand surfing.

Here's Kai showing off for everyone

The guys even got dressed up to go into town and watch Priesthood session...the quad was their way of not getting sandy before they left for the meeting.

Overall it was a FANTASTIC weekend and we hope to be able to go back and enjoy the beach one last time before it gets too hot.

Sam & Nicole Shreeve

Last Friday my little brother Sammy married the sweetest girl ever, Nicole Selk. We are so excited to welcome her (and her family) into our family. The weather couldn't have been more perfect that day and the reception was so much fun. Here are just some pics from the fun-filled day!

The New Mr. & Mrs. Shreeve

Mom & Dad with Sam & Nicole

The cutest little bug ever!

Uncle John & Aunt Tracy who came all the way from Colorado

Sisters! Linds, Mom, Cami, & Me

Sam & Nicole with all the kiddos: Taylor, Kenna, Will, Maddie, Navy, & Kai

The Selks

The entire bridal party

what happens when two impulsive people get together?

About two weeks ago Cory and I started talking about replacing our old carpet with some hardwood floors and new carpet. It was one of those casual conversations with a "we'll get to it in the next couple of months" attitude. About a week later Cory and I found ourselves looking at flooring in Tempe and before we knew it, we were swiping the card and leaving with a truckfull of materials. Within 24 hours our house suddenly became a demo-zone...

We even had our neighbor Chris come over and help us take out our old dated brick wall...it completely opened up our room!

I've decided that Cory and I are both too impulsive...one way we were simply talking about the possibility of new floors and a few days later we are waist deep in dust and glue fumes. Luckily we have some great friends who've helped us lay the flooring in our front room but we still have our entryway, hallway, and family room to go....and did I mention we have family coming to stay with us this Friday for Sam's wedding!? Yikes...we better get on this!

Snow Day, Mesa Style

Cory has been going up to Flagstaff each week for a job they are working on up there. There has been tons of snow up north so this past week he brought back an ice chest full of snow for us to play in. I know, not a real snow day, but as close as we can get here in sunny Mesa. Kenna and Kai were so excited but I think Cory had more fun than they did. Sam and my Dad even got into it when they got home. It's amazing how much fun you can have trying to pelt the ones you love with fistfulls of icy crystals. Good times!

I don't think Kai knew that was coming!

But he LOVED it all the same!

This picture really says a lot about the man I love...Kenna is running in terror and he looks way too happy to be getting her with that snow. Haha! She actually really did like it though...even though I don't think this picture shows that.

Ring-A-Ding-Ding

My little brother Sam has taken the plunge and is now engaged to Nicole Selk. We are so excited for them and so happy to welcome Nicole into our family. The big day is March 12th and we can hardly wait! Congrats you guys!

Happy Birthday Mam Sue!

Monday was my mom's birthday so we all got together for dinner. It was fun to be able to visit with everyone and just enjoy some time together. We went to Texas Roadhouse and even though we weren't able to get her to jump on the saddle and ring the bell, we did manage to get a great birthday balloon hat on her head. We love you Mom!

back into the swing of things

It is sad to get back to reality after the past couple months of holiday bliss. School started back up again so now 2/5 nights each week I am without my Corylicious. However, it also means my favorite shows start up again, which I am definitely excited about.

On Sunday night we celebrated my father-in-law's birthday. It was fun to get together and BBQ with the whole family.

Then, on Monday, we had Cory's best buddy Lance come over so we could celebrate his birthday. We all had some yummy pizza and more yummy cake!