1- What is your favorite Christmas song?
I don't have a favorite Christmas song, I really love most of them even if they're a little annoying because they still make it feel like Christmas time. Here are a few favorites, "It Wasn't His Child" - Trisha Yearwood, "The Gift" - Jim Brickman, and most every thing Trans-Siberian Orchestra.
2- When was your most memorable Christmas?
I can honestly say I don't have one Christmas that stands out more than the others. I just remember the way my heart feels/felt around Christmas time and how much love I feel/felt for all of my family members.
3- What is your favorite Christmas treat?
Mom's Christmas Sugar cookies! Always and forever!
4- What do you dislike most about the Christmas season?
Sometimes I get a little overwhelmed with the business. With work and all the things going on after work. Parties for church, work, and family it can be a lot. But it's worth the extra effort.
5- What do you like best about the Christmas season?
The best thing about Christmas is remembering Christ with all of the people I love! One family tradition on my side is to write a letter reflecting on the year, your blessings, and your testimony. We then swap and read them together. It's very spiritual and a great time to reflect and listen to all of the blessings that have been bestowed upon us. Aaron's family is a lot of fun too, because there is still Christmas morning excitement and lots and lots of opening presents which is always fun.
6- Who is the hardest person to shop for on your Christmas list?
My parents, I can never think of anything they need or want. So they always get something sorta' lame.
7- If you could receive one gift without money being an issue, what would it be?
I know this is backwards but I would love to be able to get Aaron his dream set up for the entertainment room. He'd be so excited, and I would love it!
8- What is your idea of a perfect Christmas Eve?
I already love my family's Christmas Eve traditions, they've been a part of Christmas for as long as I can remember. My entire extended family gets together on my Mom's side and we eat hamburgers and rootbeer floats, we decorate a birthday cake for Baby Jesus while Grandpa reads us the Christmas story, then we exchange gifts, and share our letters. Inevitably there will be moments when we all burst into song. Yeah, we do that, just like those cheesy musicals we all love.
9- Which do you like best, eggnog, or hot chocolate?
Hot Chocolate
10- Do you prefer a fancy Christmas tree, or one decorated by the kids?
I like either but more on the side of fancy. That will probably change when I have children. :)
11- What is your favorite family Christmas tradition?
Christmas Letters and Christmas Morning at the Gelter's
12- Do you like fruitcake?
Nope
13- Do you prefer skiing or snowboarding?
Neither, I'm to uncoordinated for both it's really a danger to my life. So, I prefer snowmobiling.
14- Are you dreaming of a White Christmas, or do you say “Bah Humbug” to snow?
White Christmas! Why is there no snow yet?! Sorry Aaron, I would like some fluffy white stuff to go along with the season.
15- What was your favorite gift from Santa when you were a child?
Probably Samantha my American Girl doll, they discontinued her :( My shot gun, my Easy Bake Oven was a good one, and they always gave us P.J.s on Christmas Eve. I remember one year when we were really little they got us these great t-shirts that had words like NOEL in bright red and green. xoxo Mommy and Daddy
16- What is your favorite Christmas movie?
"White Christmas" but you already knew that.
17- Have you ever eaten snow?
Yep, of both varieties. Off the ground and as it falls from the sky.
18- Who do you wish could be with you this Christmas?
Dad...tears. Just one giant hug from him would be the best!
19- When do you put up your Christmas lights and decorations?
We start after Thanksgiving, it takes us a while since we can only do it after work.
20- Real or artificial Christmas tree?
Real, the smell is one of the things that makes it feel like Christmas.
That was fun! Now I tag Annelie, Emily, ShaLynn, Michelle, Jesi, and anyone who is lacking on things to post about.
Sunday, December 7, 2008
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
We're Pregnant!
That's right, we're having a baby! Meghann is due June 21st and we're super excited! We invited my family over last week to tell them the news and they were surprised, just what we wanted!
As you can tell, Sydney is super excited, too. :)Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Catching Up
This is pretty unlike me, sorry it's been so long since I posted. So lets get you in on the loop.
Lets start with the best Mom ever, mine of course! First she bought me this Wonderful Christmas Gift! WAHOO!!! I'm so excited to get to watch this movie whenever I want.
Then I got a text from my Mom this morning letting me know that she wants to go to The Nutcracker with me! I was planning on going solo, since Aaron refused to go with me. Another holiday tradition triumph, thanks to Mom.
Now Thanksgiving! We had a really fun weekend with my entire extended family down in Torrey at my grandparent's home. Here are some of the things we had fun doing. First we hung out and enjoyed the chatter while dinner was prepared. Every Thanksgiving in Torrey I like to go in the other room and just listen to the family, it makes me happy inside.
Oh yeah, and I got to hang out with this perfect little man, Steadman. Thanks to his mommy for letting me cuddle with the baby.
The following day we loaded into the truck and went up on the mountain Christmas tree hunting. We had great luck this year and found some beautiful trees and lots of fun! My Uncle Kurt and Aaron were great sports and put up with 5 giggly women all morning long. It's always beautiful on "the Boulder". Here are a couple of shots from this weekend. We were so cold after Christmas tree hunting that we decided to clean up, warm up, and enjoy the remainder of the day just lounging around. Aaron was undefeated in ping pong for the duration of the weekend, and had fun being competitive.
Can you see the Rhino? It's camouflaged with all of the trees!
The next day we got up and went exploring the red cliffs around the house and spotting petrified wood. The fresh air was fun and we saw some great scientific rocks. After we headed back to the house, I was a party pooper and decided to take a nap instead of going to the annual Potter vs. Steadman shoot off. Aaron went along with the gang and apparently I married a good shot. I know it's a little old fashion, but I love that my Man can use a gun. We ended up staying up pretty late watching "Baby Mama".
We headed home that night and Aaron again proved his handiness and what a value to the family he is by being willing to drive home since Gregg and Baylee had the flu. We got home and crashed. What a great weekend!
Lets start with the best Mom ever, mine of course! First she bought me this Wonderful Christmas Gift! WAHOO!!! I'm so excited to get to watch this movie whenever I want.
Then I got a text from my Mom this morning letting me know that she wants to go to The Nutcracker with me! I was planning on going solo, since Aaron refused to go with me. Another holiday tradition triumph, thanks to Mom.Now Thanksgiving! We had a really fun weekend with my entire extended family down in Torrey at my grandparent's home. Here are some of the things we had fun doing. First we hung out and enjoyed the chatter while dinner was prepared. Every Thanksgiving in Torrey I like to go in the other room and just listen to the family, it makes me happy inside.
Oh yeah, and I got to hang out with this perfect little man, Steadman. Thanks to his mommy for letting me cuddle with the baby.
The following day we loaded into the truck and went up on the mountain Christmas tree hunting. We had great luck this year and found some beautiful trees and lots of fun! My Uncle Kurt and Aaron were great sports and put up with 5 giggly women all morning long. It's always beautiful on "the Boulder". Here are a couple of shots from this weekend. We were so cold after Christmas tree hunting that we decided to clean up, warm up, and enjoy the remainder of the day just lounging around. Aaron was undefeated in ping pong for the duration of the weekend, and had fun being competitive.
Can you see the Rhino? It's camouflaged with all of the trees!
The next day we got up and went exploring the red cliffs around the house and spotting petrified wood. The fresh air was fun and we saw some great scientific rocks. After we headed back to the house, I was a party pooper and decided to take a nap instead of going to the annual Potter vs. Steadman shoot off. Aaron went along with the gang and apparently I married a good shot. I know it's a little old fashion, but I love that my Man can use a gun. We ended up staying up pretty late watching "Baby Mama".
We headed home that night and Aaron again proved his handiness and what a value to the family he is by being willing to drive home since Gregg and Baylee had the flu. We got home and crashed. What a great weekend!
Monday, November 17, 2008
A Thanksgiving Prayer
All month long all I can think about is how blessed I am! I'm go grateful for so many things and each day there is at least one moment where I stop and thank God for something wonderful in my life. Here are some of the things that have taken my breath away recently.
- The Moon, I guess it didn't look as cool at other locations, but Aaron and I were out the other night as the moon started to peek over the horizon. It was huge and golden as it's light etched out the mountains. It was beautiful!
- My best friend who gets me...Aaron. He reloaded my iPod for me as a surprise and he created the best collection yet. Are you ever shocked when your husband knows you better than you do? I guess after almost 6 years together it shouldn't surprise me, but it's just cool!
- Our dog. He make me so happy!
- A family's love. The way my Mom loves me, the way my little sister and I talk for hours, or my brother always being able to get me to smile. I'm so impressed with how we all can come together during the Holidays or anytime. It's nice to know I'm loved, cared for, and when I need support it's right there. Aaron's family is the same way, they are always there for us when we need them, or just for a hug.
- A child's ability to love. My class is amazing and I have the most darling kids. Teaching has taught me one thing more than anything else. Children accept love, need love, and will always love you back. Sure it might not come in the forms of love you want, like glaring at you because you corrected a behavior, but honestly that's a great kind of love. Aaron and I have talked about adopting at some point in our lives because I really believe you can change a little life for good through your love of a child.
- Lastly, the little moments. Aaron and I just got our piano delivered to our house. We are so happy to have it here because he plays while I sing. It's simple, but it "comforts my soul deep down inside". Little moments like that where we are together, that's the best!
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
I'm Being Redundant
This is the song I can't get out of my head. This is not the best dancing scene in the movie but the music dancing combination is my favorite. Vera has to be the best dancer of all time, she's incredible in this movie. I have to laugh at myself anything with a beat, music, and dancing in it I just love. I have to get to Mom's soon so I can watch the movie and get it out of my system. YouTube clips aren't the best way to watch a movie :) I should probably own this one.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Dreaming of a White Christmas
So, it's officially a sinus infection. Wonderful right, but now I can hopefully start to feel better. My doctor in Logan is so use to me getting sinus infections that I just have to call, explain my symptoms, and he'll call in the antibiotics. Beautiful! Heres to breathing again!
But speaking of cold, something strange is happening to me. I'm excited about the Holidays. Don't get me wrong I'm always excited for them, but I try not to get excited too early. I went outside the morning after the first snow all bundled up, with the sun shinning, and cold crisp air filling my lungs. I was thrilled with the season, just so happy!
Also peculiar for me, November 1st I'm walking through Wal-mart and turn down the Christmas section, to quickly realize they're playing Christmas music. I wasn't annoyed, not at all! In fact there was this warm tingly feeling deep down inside. What has come over me?
I'm hoping it's not too soon to watch White Christmas and make pie with my Mom. I keep singing the song anyways might as well pull it out.
But speaking of cold, something strange is happening to me. I'm excited about the Holidays. Don't get me wrong I'm always excited for them, but I try not to get excited too early. I went outside the morning after the first snow all bundled up, with the sun shinning, and cold crisp air filling my lungs. I was thrilled with the season, just so happy!
Also peculiar for me, November 1st I'm walking through Wal-mart and turn down the Christmas section, to quickly realize they're playing Christmas music. I wasn't annoyed, not at all! In fact there was this warm tingly feeling deep down inside. What has come over me?
I'm hoping it's not too soon to watch White Christmas and make pie with my Mom. I keep singing the song anyways might as well pull it out.
Monday, November 3, 2008
New School New Antibodies
As teachers we're always talking about building up the right antibodies for your school. Every teacher I've talked to says it takes about 3 years to have the right defenses built up before you stop getting sick. But each school has different antibodies, nurses say the same thing about hospitals/ clinics. I went to see my doctor so much in Logan that I had this conversation several times with different nurses. We'll I'm pretty sure this new school has already got me. I don't feel good and a few of my students have been missing the past couple of days due to illness, so I'm wondering if I have what they have. Not only do I have to go through this, but Aaron always catches what I've got every time. With strep he catches it before I do, because I'll have it and not even notice anymore. I really need to go see the doctor because it's getting worse, and I'm thinking it might be strep because my throat started hurting this morning. The only problem is we haven't found a doctor yet in this area. Anyone know a good doctor in West Jordan? Or any good methods for finding a new doctor?
In Other News
This weekend was crazy, crazy, crazy. I worked late on Friday trying to get a schedule put together for class. Then the next morning we headed down to St. George for Grandma Harris' 80th birthday bash. We had a really good time! It was definitely worth the trip. I love Aaron's Grandma so much, she's an amazing woman, and whenever I hear about her life I feel so inspired. She's a great example to me. With all important events...we forgot the camera. Unfortunately for us we had to drive back the same day so we could be back in time for Steadman's baby blessing. I thought I would just sleep the whole way home because I was starting to feel sick, but I actually couldn't sleep. So, I kept Aaron awake by singing every Disney song I could think of. He He :) Which reminds me I need to rent Beauty and The Beast, my lyrics are getting rusty. Steadman's blessing was a very special event and we were glad to be there. After the blessing though I just got home and crashed. Aaron finally got me out of bed to watch a movie with him. We watched "Freedom Writers" and I loved it.
This is kinda' long sorry. Love Ya--Meg
In Other News
This weekend was crazy, crazy, crazy. I worked late on Friday trying to get a schedule put together for class. Then the next morning we headed down to St. George for Grandma Harris' 80th birthday bash. We had a really good time! It was definitely worth the trip. I love Aaron's Grandma so much, she's an amazing woman, and whenever I hear about her life I feel so inspired. She's a great example to me. With all important events...we forgot the camera. Unfortunately for us we had to drive back the same day so we could be back in time for Steadman's baby blessing. I thought I would just sleep the whole way home because I was starting to feel sick, but I actually couldn't sleep. So, I kept Aaron awake by singing every Disney song I could think of. He He :) Which reminds me I need to rent Beauty and The Beast, my lyrics are getting rusty. Steadman's blessing was a very special event and we were glad to be there. After the blessing though I just got home and crashed. Aaron finally got me out of bed to watch a movie with him. We watched "Freedom Writers" and I loved it.
This is kinda' long sorry. Love Ya--Meg
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