Boy or Girl?

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Am I suppose to laugh?

So my mom and I decided to join the throngs of teenage girls (and lets be honest, and a few boys) and see the Twilight movie. Disappointed? To be honest, I was quite entertained. It probably helped that I went in with such low expectations that it had no where to go but up. But for those who have seen the movie, didn't you think the special effects were....what's the word I'm looking for....silly? Over the top? I've got it, a total joke! So I wasn't entertained because the movie was good, but soley because I couldn't contain my laughter every time one of the vampire jumped, ran or showed off their skin in the sunlight. Did anyone else totally hate the meadow scene just as much as I did?! It was nothing like what I had imagined. All in all, I'm glad I saw it. But I plan on never watching it again. I am trying desperately to get the image of the movie Edward out of my head because I am rereading Twilight. There is no way the movie could ever compare with the book.

Oops

• Have husband come home 3 hours early to watch our little busy bee
• Wear dress, high heels and bring temple recommend
• Meet at church at 4:30 pm to go on Youth temple trip
• Make sure every youth is accounted for and has a ride to the temple
  
• Carpool with youth to temple
• Make sure all youth have had their temple recommend interview
• Make sure you have an up to date temple recommend

Oops...I kinda forgot to do that last bullet. In my defense it expired just last month! But seriously, we just had a lesson in YW's about being dependable and prepared. So yeah, it was a little embarrassing. Luckily we had enough women that I wasn't needed. Good thing we only live a half hour away from the temple, because my sweet husband kindly came and picked my expired temple butt up and took me home. So sad!

Who is this cutie pie?

Ava bug better enjoy it while it lasts, because come April 21st-ish she'll have a new sibling! Here is our little cutie pie making his/her blog debut!


You may all be wondering, "Hey, isn't this the ultrasound picture? Do they know if they're having a boy or a girl?" And the answer is no. We had the ultra sound lady (that's probably not her official title) write down the sex of the baby and place it in an envelope. Josh and I thought it would be super fun to open it on Thanksgiving when we're with my family. My mother did not think that would be "super fun". Both set of parents were very disappointed that they would have to wait an entire week and a half to find out, but we're sticking to our plan! I put a little poll in our sidebar, so feel free to vote. You have till Thanksgiving to make your guess!

Reflections of Christ

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I was on Desert Book's website and happened upon this video on their site. I had just taken a break from putting up my Christmas decorations, and what more can I say, but it was perfect timing to redirect my attention to the real meaning for the holidays. I was even more excited when I read that the photo exhibit was coming to Sacramento next week! So if you are in CA, check out the tour dates here.

The Reflections of Christ photography exhibit will be on display at Temple Hill located at 2100 California Circle, Rancho Cordova, California from Thursday, November 20, through Friday, November 28, 2008 from 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. each day (closed on Thanksgiving Day). The exhibit will be open to the public and is a unique witness of the Lord Jesus Christ through the stunning realism of photography.

Is it too early?

Every year we get Ava a special new ornament to put on the tree. This past week we went to the store, and to nobody's surprise, Ava picked the cell phone ornament. It is totally perfect for her!

Now that we have gotten Ava's new ornament, I think we'll break out the Christmas tree this weekend. I know you all want to do it too! You have to agree that putting up all the Christmas decorations is hard work. So I figure I want to enjoy my hard work as long as possible. And plus, my Thanksgiving decorations are pretty boring.

Which season is it?

I thought this was just too cute, that I had to take a picture. Who knew that Jamba would pour some of my Jamba Juice into a special itty bitty cup just for Ava? Now I don't have to fight Ava to let me have a sip!


After getting our own seperate drinks we strolled over to a near by fountain for some girl time. Notice Ava's not wearing a jacket? The weather was just beautiful today. I'm regretting packing away our shorts this past week! This CA weather is so confusing.


Temps in the mid to high 70's, green grass, flowers blooming, and people wearing shorts...are you sure Thanksgiving is in 2 weeks?


With Prop 8 protests, housing prices still WAY too high, and the Governator threatening to raise taxes even more, I guess the weather is one perk to living in CA.

Poor Baby

This cute little girl...

...isn't feel too cute today. She threw up 2 times last night. She's doing much better today. Just being a little stingy in the eating department. But I'll let it slide this time :) Is this what we get for sending Ava off to nursery?