Monday, September 28, 2009

Updates...

Gary had his tonsils out a few weekends ago. I thought he would be layed up for a few weeks but he has actually done quite well and bounced back pretty fast. He isn't one to sit around not doing anything. And, try telling him he can't eat his favorite food. He got sick of yogurt, pudding, protein drinks and cottage cheese pretty fast.
We decided to put our townhouse up for sale. It's time to tap into the housing market before it all starts going up again. After looking at many existing houses, we are leaning towards building our own house. Scary huh? I'm nervous about it but also so excited to be able to pick out the design of a house. We are looking into the options of using Symphony homes or an independent builder. I guess whomever gives us the best price. Finding a lot is an issue too. There are many in West Kaysville for sale (it's beautiful in Kaysville) but I know we both would like to stay in Farmington, Centerville or Bountiful if possible. Lots are just so dang expensive. If you know of any...give us a holler.
Gary is busy studying for part 3 of his CIA (certified internal auditing) test. It's just extra certification to have and always good for credentials if he ever wants to look for a new job. He already passed the first 2 tests but studying takes months and dedication. He is so smart though. I'm just working away at Primary's getting geared up for the horrible RSV/Swine Flu outbreak that is supposed to hit any day. Hopefully I make it through the year without catching anything. The joys of being a nurse.
Besides looking at houses, lots and design centers, Gary and I have been to the last 2 home BYU games. I love going to see my boys in blue play...as frustrating as they can be sometimes. Gary doesn't love the games as much as I do but he is an awesome husband and has let me drag him to the games. He is excited for my dad to get home from his work trip so my dad can go to the games with me and he can be off the hook. He likes staying home to watch games so he can flip to the other games when one gets boring. And let's face it, not many people love crowds and traffic.
That's us in a nutshell right now. I head to New York the end of October with Gary's mom, sister's, aunt's and cousin for a girls trip. Gary heads out on his international trip the beginning of November and I will meet him in Australia the middle of November to play and explore. I can't WAIT!!!

5 comments:

Jessica said...

sounds like you guys are doing great! it was soooooooooooooooo good to hear from you and i'm excited you entered the blogging world, i love it! It's so much easier to keep up with friends that way :) That is so awesome you are a pediatric nurse, i don't love nursing as much as i thought i would. i think i need to find my nitch still...hard to get motivated, maybe you can give me some advice and a swift kick in the butt!

Gary Hallman said...

Thanks for the update babycakes. I like reading them. I appreciate you taking care of me in my sickness. Now in your sickness of BYU football, I will have to take care of you.

The McEwans said...

Yeahhh! I am so happy you have a blog! It is so fun to see what's going on. I am glad Gary did well with getting his tonsils out. Mike was a mess when he got his out a couple of years ago. Let's do dinner. What's your schedule like for the next couple of weeks? Email me.

Kris said...

Hey! Clark and Ashley are going to be done building their house by the end of November. They will live in west Layton off of Gentile. It's a big house, but they plan to be there for a while. Jon and Becca live in west Farmington, you should check out the houses out there. There are some nice homes still in the new phase. Hope that helps!

Shani said...

Chase wanted me to tell you that your passion is indeed an obsession but since his mama has no interest in getting involved with BYU football, he hopes his aunt Jadee will step up to the plate and take him to games when he is old enough.