Edward and Bella

I just read 3 of the best books I have ever read. My sister Shelley got me hooked on these and I can never turn back!
Twilight, New Moon and Eclipse by Stephanie Meyer. I was a little turned off by the description on the back jacket and I didn't think I was going to read the first one but my sis convinced me to and I am so glad she did! I highly recommend these to any one. (side note: you WILL fall madly in love with Edward.)
I just don't know if I can wait til next year when the next one comes out.

Update

How boring is that title? I couldn't think of anything creative. Life has been such a whirlwind lately. There is so much going on. Ross was the grand champion of Water Wars. (was there ever a question?!? he is my husband after all) The boys started school in the valley this last Wednesday. I have been getting up at 5:30 AM to be ready to take them up there every day until we move. It's a 45 minute drive. There are a whole bunch of kids in our neighborhood that the boys have quickly become friends with. They are having a riot riding the bus. They have never had the opportunity to do this until now. So far they really like school too.
Today was our last Sunday in our ward in Clinton. It was hard for me. But it's ok. I know I will see these people again someday. We are moving in 9 days. Not into our house, mind you. Argh! It's not done yet. We will be moving into my uncle's appartment until it's done. Hopefully that is only about a month. I don't think I can handle it much longer than that.
But life is good! As always.

Clarkston, UT

On Thursday night, Ross and I went to the Martin Harris pageant with his brother Ryan and his wife Amy. I have never had the pleasure of going to Clarkston, UT before. It was a pretty long drive but the scenery was breath-taking.
I have studied Martin Harris a little bit. Enough to know that, despite his faults, he was a great man. Very inspired. The pageant was ok, a little cheesy. It is always a good thing though, to be sitting somewhere random in the world, and have that little voice in your heart reaffirming what you already know to be true. It's those little reassurances that help your testimony to grow so much, to know that God lives and that Joseph Smith restored the gospel.
I am so lucky to be one of those that knows.

3 weeks and counting

We have about three more weeks in this house until we are moving. I have so many mixed emotions.
This place has been home to us for over 4 years. It doesn't sound like a long time but by now, we have so many friends and I feel like I know a lot of the stake and a lot of the community. It is going to be very hard to leave here.
It would be better if we were moving into our new house right away, but alas, it is not yet finished. We will be living in an apartment for about a month.
The boys are all registered at their new school, Valley Elementary. That is where i spent my precious childhood years. For 2nd grade Corbin even got my 2nd grade teacher. Crazy. Feels so weird to be going back as the parent!
Here's to 2617 in Clinton. It will stay with me forever.

Water Water Everywhere But Not A Drop To Drink

Water Wars officially begins tonight at 9 p.m. I am really excited to be in charge of it this year. I think it is going to be way fun to be a part of everyone's experience. I will let you know how Ross does.

The World Was Never The Same

34 years ago today, the world experienced one of the greatest of all events. No one was quite prepared for the roller coaster ride that would come to be known as Ross John Walker. When I say roller coaster, this is what I mean: knowing Ross is one heck of a ride. He takes you to the very top when you think things can't get any better and then he rushes you quickly down the hill so you can find the next best thing. And miraculously, it just keeps getting better and better! There are no dull moments when you are the wife, son, friend, brother, sister, etc. of this amazing man. He inspires me, lifts me up, makes me laugh til I cry and leaves me wanting more. I am so thankful that he chose me to be his wife.
Happy Birthday Ross!

Mohawk Lake

This past weekend, Ross and I went backpacking with my sister Shelley and her husband Dan. Dan's brother Nate, and his wife, Jana, also came along. I LOVE to hike but this was my first backpacking trip. It was a 5 mile hike in to our camp. This is not an easy trail people. It wouldn't be easy to hike while not carrying anything, let alone toting 35 pounds along! The hike was well worth it though. The area was so beautiful and our camping area was pretty secluded from the rest of the world. It is so awesome to just sit in nature sometimes and behold all that God has created. It's very humbling for me.
It rained off and on but it was just the right temperature. Shelley's 2 dogs also came along. They are so fun. I love animals, especially dogs. They make me happy.
The boys stayed with Ryan and Amy for 1 day and then with Aunt LaRae for 2 days. Good times were had by all. The boys had a good break from mom and dad and mom and dad had a good break from the boys. We were all happy to be back together. I can't wait until the boys are big enough to go with us.
*side note* For anyone interested, Mountain House freeze dried meals are actually really tasty, easy meals that can be used for food storage. They are available at Wal-mart or Sportsman's Warehouse.