Shed Project

Three mornings of work and I now have a Beautiful Shed. Owen painted the door for me but I did everything else myself! It feels pretty nice. We want to paint our house in a simular fashion so I thought the shed would be a great trial. What do you think?
I like to look at it now:) Next we are going to run power to the shed. I can't wait for that!
Before: So white and boring!

Lavender

As you can see Janet doesn't want to let go of Lala! We feel the same way. We ware so glad we made it out to Utah for her blessing. We just wish that we lived closer so we could be there more. She is so cute! She loves her Uncle Owen.
Olea you did such a beautiful job making her dress. Keep sewing girl! You guys are so much fun and we miss you a ton! Thanks for letting us crash with you! We owe you!!!

Jeff Decker

We got a really cool oppertunity to tour Jeff Decker's studio. He is based out of Art City ,Utah. Which is super close to Adam and Olea. Adam has meet him through his work. Jeff is a famous bronze artist. He is 1 of 2 people that are aloud the use the Harley Davidson logo in his art work. He has a wonderful Motorcycle collection which he uncovered each one and gave us a discription! He owns Elvis' old bike!!! Such a nice guy!!! We love the hot rod culture and so we are big fans of Jeff. Check out his work it is really cool.

www.arteauto.com/pages/jeffdecker.htm

The Foundery

My Brother-in-law works in a foundery. When we went up to visit them he gave all of his family members a tour. When we came they did a pouring of a bunch bronze sculptures. We learned about the enter proccess from start to finish. Pretty cool place. Man does it get hot in there. It is a lot of work to make a sculpture! If you ever get the chance to go jump on it!
Adam, I love your outfit! Thanks again!!!

Merry Christmas!

We hope you all have a wonderful Christmas! We are spending time together and with friends! We had a wonderful dinner at our friends Jim and Nelda last night! Man can Jim cook! I hope you all can step back and ponder on the reason for the season! We can not forget about Jesus! I hope as you go about your traditions that you stop and take it all in. As soon as it starts it is over! I loved seeing Owens reaction to his lepord bean bag he got! We love each of you and wish we could be with each and every one of you! Merry Christmas! OXOX Melinda and Owen

Lucky

On Sundays I can't help but to ponder on my week and get ready for the new week approaching. During this process find myself thinking how lucky I am. I just want to write it down so I can always remember how I am feeling.

I am lucky that I have a JOB. A job that I LOVE. I make people feel and look good and in turn it makes me one happy gal. I have the most amazing clients, and I am lucky because they choose me. I feel lucky to also have a Husband that is successful in his job! We went to his Christmas party last night. His employer gave everyone who invested money into their 401K a 20% match! Thank you and Merry Christmas in addition to there other bonus!

I am lucky because I have grown to have such a large network of friends. I have lived in San Diego now for over 10 years. I have made such great memories and bonds with so many people! I love my old and new friends very much!

I am lucky to have my sweet husband. Who understands me, is my biggest fan and loves me for me. He also always opens my car door, even if I am driving. Lucky!!

I feel lucky because we are living our dream! We are working hard and it is paying off. We have our first home and we are making it ours every chance we get.

At the end of my week I pray that I will always have this perspective. That I will always feel this Lucky and blessed!

Being Auntie

This is Magnus. He a 2 year old with tons of turbo energy! He is the baby. But not for long Owen's big sis Jess is having her 4th! We are hoping for a healthy baby! And if it was a girl we wouldn't frown.
This is Garland. He is named after Owen Garland and his great grandpa Garland. He is the middle boy. Every time I came over he wanted me to take his picture. "Where's your camera?" he would ask.
This is Lavender. She is Olea's first. All of Owen's sisters are in the Mom club. We flew to Utah for her blessing. She is almost 4 months. She loves he Uncle Dude!
These 3 cuties are just 3 out of my 17, soon to be 18 nieces and nephews! I love them all.