Yeah - we got an offer on our condo! It came in a little low so we made an counter offer to them. We hope that they take it because we think it is a nice middle ground. Its hard because we can only go so low or we won't be able to get enough of a down payment for a new home for us.
Anyway if they take it we are going to have to find a house fast, because the buyers want to be in here by the end of February!! We have about 4 houses we want to look at, 2 in Roy, 1 in Clearfield and one here in North Ogden. I hope we can pull this off and if we do we won't be blogging for a few weeks.
We will keep you posted.
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Sunday, February 3, 2008
Digging Out...Again!
Today was a snow day - they canceled church!! We got over a foot of snow today and we are going to get up to another 3 to 5 inches over night tonight. That is on top of the 6 inches of the white stuff we got last Thursday. Will it ever end!
I know we need the snow for the water it will give us this summer but now we have so much that I fear we will be filling sand bags come spring.
Ryan and I have thought of this as the story of the children of Israel and the mana from heaven. Yeah snow, great snow, snow, and then enough snow
already. 
I think it is just our luck becasue we are trying to sell our condo and I don't think we are going to have much luck because who whats to move in this!
I know we need the snow for the water it will give us this summer but now we have so much that I fear we will be filling sand bags come spring.
Ryan and I have thought of this as the story of the children of Israel and the mana from heaven. Yeah snow, great snow, snow, and then enough snow
already. 
I think it is just our luck becasue we are trying to sell our condo and I don't think we are going to have much luck because who whats to move in this!
Now we are praying for an early spring!
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Cute Kids
Just thought I would post some new pictures of my cute kids
Holly playing dress up - She loves to play dress up!
Mason getting some tummy time.
Ethan showing off for the camera - check out those eyes!
Brothers by birth, Friends by choice. Mason loves his big brother. His eyes light up everytime Ethan enters the room.
Holly playing dress up - She loves to play dress up!
Mason getting some tummy time.
Ethan showing off for the camera - check out those eyes!
Brothers by birth, Friends by choice. Mason loves his big brother. His eyes light up everytime Ethan enters the room.
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
The Walker Texas Ranger Lever
This vid contains two of the best things in life. Conan O'Brien and Chuck Norris. Check it out.
Life...a History
I was looking at every ones blogs and thought to myself what a great way to keep up with all your friends and family. Then I thought of something my cousin Heather had said on her blog..."my blog is my journal". That had not occurred to me that our blog could be my family's journal, but if you think about it, it is just that. The goings on of our family. So what a great tool to not only keep up with people but to also keep a type of journal.
Then again from my cousin Heather she found a place on line that will turn your blog into a actual book!! Check it out at http://www.blurb.com/. You could get a 40 page softback book for $12.95.
Wow how do you make it any easier for you to keep a history of your family. So I'm going to challenge all of my family that doesn't already have a blog to get one and to bookmark every ones blogs on their computers so we can all have a great new years resolution to keep a family history and keep up with each other.
I don't know about Heather but I know I feel like I know her a lot better after reading her blog.
I guess I'm thinking about all this stuff since the passing of our dear President Hinckley. He was such a great man. Last night Steven Colbert on the "Colbert Report" said something about Pres. Hinckley's passing and I thought to myself - who would have thought that the church would be so well known and all due to a man with the vision to know how to accept people no matter who they are and encourage it's members to do the same. He has left such an example of what we should do. So I guess I have been looking at my life and seeing what I can improve on.
Now we have to look forward to a new prophet. I will admit that I am not looking forward to having President Monson be the head of the church. Just because of my dealings with him and his family when I worked at Deseret Book (don't ask) but I know he is just a man and that the Lord has a plan. Somehow President Monson has something to contribute and look forward to seeing him grow into his new calling. That is if tradition holds.
Anyway I should go see what my kids are into. They seem to get into more and more things in less time these days.
Then again from my cousin Heather she found a place on line that will turn your blog into a actual book!! Check it out at http://www.blurb.com/. You could get a 40 page softback book for $12.95.
Wow how do you make it any easier for you to keep a history of your family. So I'm going to challenge all of my family that doesn't already have a blog to get one and to bookmark every ones blogs on their computers so we can all have a great new years resolution to keep a family history and keep up with each other.
I don't know about Heather but I know I feel like I know her a lot better after reading her blog.
I guess I'm thinking about all this stuff since the passing of our dear President Hinckley. He was such a great man. Last night Steven Colbert on the "Colbert Report" said something about Pres. Hinckley's passing and I thought to myself - who would have thought that the church would be so well known and all due to a man with the vision to know how to accept people no matter who they are and encourage it's members to do the same. He has left such an example of what we should do. So I guess I have been looking at my life and seeing what I can improve on.Now we have to look forward to a new prophet. I will admit that I am not looking forward to having President Monson be the head of the church. Just because of my dealings with him and his family when I worked at Deseret Book (don't ask) but I know he is just a man and that the Lord has a plan. Somehow President Monson has something to contribute and look forward to seeing him grow into his new calling. That is if tradition holds.
Anyway I should go see what my kids are into. They seem to get into more and more things in less time these days.
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Old Time Hockey
I about pooped my pants when I saw this video. I love old time hockey. A time when players didn't wear helmets, sticks were made of wood, and goalies wore pads that weren't the size of pickup trucks. Made me think of Section 20, Row CC at the old Salt Palace-my second home. I loved going to games with Mom and Dad and walking "around the block". In fact, Mom and Dad were probably at this game. I wasn't. It was about a month before I was born.
Monday, January 21, 2008
2007: The Year that Was
1. What did you do in 2007 that you have never done before?
Kept a journal.
Quit biting my fingernails.
2.Did you keep your New Years Resolutions and will you make more for 2008?
The above two were my resolutions for 2007. 2008-bigger home and new job.
3. Did anyone close to you give birth in 2007?
We had Mason on August 28th.
4.Did anyone close to die in 2007?
Nope-but I know a few who I would like to see pass on.
5.What countries did you visit this year?
Idaho-numerous times. Believe me, it is a different country. Horrible drivers and an overrated football team at BSU.
6.What would you like to have in 2008 that you lacked in 2007?
A job-one that pays better, keeps me off the road so much, and provides more satisfaction.
7.What day will be etched in your memory and why?
January 14th-the day Barb told me she was pregnant. and August 28th, the day Mason was born.
8.What was your biggest struggle this year?
Getting over the thoughts that I have an MBA and am stuck in job that keeps me from being a better provider.
9.What was your biggest achievement this year?
Focusing more on my children while at home. Holly has become the apple of my eye.
10. Did you suffer any illness or injury in 2007?
Nope-just getting older. Bones really do creak.
11.What was the best thing you bought this year?
Guitar Hero-probably the best video game ever. I am living out my 8th grade fantasies now. Having been raised in such a Puritanical household, I was forbidden to play the devil's instruments.
12.Who's behavior merited celebration?
Barb-she has taken a lot of crap this year from a certain homeowner in our HOA-she is strong and firm. She also has to deal with 3 little ones while I am away staying in nice hotels. Her day will come.
13. Who's behavior disappointed you?
Mortgage lenders, Investment Banks, Brokers, anybody involved in the sub-prime mortgage mess. (No, we are not in any trouble with our home). I feel bad for all those who have lost their homes (they may also be at fault as well, but the above enabled them) because of the greed of others. Now, we are all feeling the pinch.
14. Where did most of your money go?
Student Loans, Bills, Sonic.
15. What did you get really excited about this year?
Putting our home up for sale in November. Even though it hasn't sold yet-it was an incredible leap of faith.
16. What song will remind you of 2007?
"Invincible" by Muse. Great song-slow with great melody and even better message. Really helps me out.
17. Compared to last year, are you: much happier, much nicer, or richer?
Nicer-I am really trying to let go of old baggage. It does no good to lug it around.
18. What do you wish you had done more of?
Golfed
19. What do you wish you had done less of?
Second-guessed myself and watch TV.
20. Did you fall in love this year?
I can't believe how lucky I am to be married to Barb. Watching her give birth to Mason this last year just made me say WOW! I can't believe she went through that and then was ready to make me dinner a couple hours later. I ove her more and more each day.
21. What was your favorite television program of 2007?
The Office and 30 Rock.
22.What was the best book you read this year?
"The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini and "I Am America, and So Can You" by Stephen Colbert-I really wish he would run for President. He'd be better than anyone else in D.C. and that includes Congress.
23. What was your greatest musical discovery this year?
Muse-a fusion of Radiohead, Black Sabbath, and Coldplay-all bands that I love. My cousin Matt also turned me onto "DragonForce"-all I can say is, THEY ROCK!
24.What did you want and get this year?
Another son.
25. What was the best movie you saw this year?
Transformers and I Am Legend.
26. What did you do for your birthday and how old did you turn?
35 and we went to Tepanyaki for Sushi. Ethan and Holly loved the fire cooker.
27. What would have made your year more satisfying?
A better job and a new home.
28. How would you describe your personal fashion statement this year?
Business at work, slob at home. Actually t-shirts and shorts.
29. What kept you sane this year?
My good friend Craig Roper-he really helps me keep things in perspective.
30. What celebrity did you fancy most this year?
Optimus Prime and Chuck Norris.
31. Who did you miss this year?
I never thought I'd say this-but I actually missed Liz. It was good to see her at Christmas. I am proud of her for taking such a bold step and moving to Colorado. It appears that her move has served her well.
32.Who were the best new people you met this year?
New service managers at work-we all seem to have a lot in common. Music, TV, movies, etc.
33. Tell us a valuable lesson you learned this year?
That I cannot and will not be perfect in this life. I must quit comparing myself to others. I just need to be the best Ryan I can be.
Kept a journal.
Quit biting my fingernails.
2.Did you keep your New Years Resolutions and will you make more for 2008?
The above two were my resolutions for 2007. 2008-bigger home and new job.
3. Did anyone close to you give birth in 2007?
We had Mason on August 28th.
4.Did anyone close to die in 2007?
Nope-but I know a few who I would like to see pass on.
5.What countries did you visit this year?
Idaho-numerous times. Believe me, it is a different country. Horrible drivers and an overrated football team at BSU.
6.What would you like to have in 2008 that you lacked in 2007?
A job-one that pays better, keeps me off the road so much, and provides more satisfaction.
7.What day will be etched in your memory and why?
January 14th-the day Barb told me she was pregnant. and August 28th, the day Mason was born.
8.What was your biggest struggle this year?
Getting over the thoughts that I have an MBA and am stuck in job that keeps me from being a better provider.
9.What was your biggest achievement this year?
Focusing more on my children while at home. Holly has become the apple of my eye.
10. Did you suffer any illness or injury in 2007?
Nope-just getting older. Bones really do creak.
11.What was the best thing you bought this year?
Guitar Hero-probably the best video game ever. I am living out my 8th grade fantasies now. Having been raised in such a Puritanical household, I was forbidden to play the devil's instruments.
12.Who's behavior merited celebration?
Barb-she has taken a lot of crap this year from a certain homeowner in our HOA-she is strong and firm. She also has to deal with 3 little ones while I am away staying in nice hotels. Her day will come.
13. Who's behavior disappointed you?
Mortgage lenders, Investment Banks, Brokers, anybody involved in the sub-prime mortgage mess. (No, we are not in any trouble with our home). I feel bad for all those who have lost their homes (they may also be at fault as well, but the above enabled them) because of the greed of others. Now, we are all feeling the pinch.
14. Where did most of your money go?
Student Loans, Bills, Sonic.
15. What did you get really excited about this year?
Putting our home up for sale in November. Even though it hasn't sold yet-it was an incredible leap of faith.
16. What song will remind you of 2007?
"Invincible" by Muse. Great song-slow with great melody and even better message. Really helps me out.
17. Compared to last year, are you: much happier, much nicer, or richer?
Nicer-I am really trying to let go of old baggage. It does no good to lug it around.
18. What do you wish you had done more of?
Golfed
19. What do you wish you had done less of?
Second-guessed myself and watch TV.
20. Did you fall in love this year?
I can't believe how lucky I am to be married to Barb. Watching her give birth to Mason this last year just made me say WOW! I can't believe she went through that and then was ready to make me dinner a couple hours later. I ove her more and more each day.
21. What was your favorite television program of 2007?
The Office and 30 Rock.
22.What was the best book you read this year?
"The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini and "I Am America, and So Can You" by Stephen Colbert-I really wish he would run for President. He'd be better than anyone else in D.C. and that includes Congress.
23. What was your greatest musical discovery this year?
Muse-a fusion of Radiohead, Black Sabbath, and Coldplay-all bands that I love. My cousin Matt also turned me onto "DragonForce"-all I can say is, THEY ROCK!
24.What did you want and get this year?
Another son.
25. What was the best movie you saw this year?
Transformers and I Am Legend.
26. What did you do for your birthday and how old did you turn?
35 and we went to Tepanyaki for Sushi. Ethan and Holly loved the fire cooker.
27. What would have made your year more satisfying?
A better job and a new home.
28. How would you describe your personal fashion statement this year?
Business at work, slob at home. Actually t-shirts and shorts.
29. What kept you sane this year?
My good friend Craig Roper-he really helps me keep things in perspective.
30. What celebrity did you fancy most this year?
Optimus Prime and Chuck Norris.
31. Who did you miss this year?
I never thought I'd say this-but I actually missed Liz. It was good to see her at Christmas. I am proud of her for taking such a bold step and moving to Colorado. It appears that her move has served her well.
32.Who were the best new people you met this year?
New service managers at work-we all seem to have a lot in common. Music, TV, movies, etc.
33. Tell us a valuable lesson you learned this year?
That I cannot and will not be perfect in this life. I must quit comparing myself to others. I just need to be the best Ryan I can be.
Saturday, January 19, 2008
And the Stress Goes On...
OK - we have had a bunch of people come through our condo over the past two weeks and still no offers. The best we have had is one lady wants to go through a 2nd time and that is promising but still no official offers.
We are going out today looking at about 5 houses all in Roy. That seems to be were there are the most available houses to purchase with the things we want and within our price range. I don't know too much about the area but Ryan works in that area and some of the people we works with live in the area. They have told us the best places in Roy to live and it looks great. Now we just have to wait.
I HATE WAITING!! I guess I am a bit of a control freak and hate to have things out of my control.
Oh well we will just have to keep our heads up, keep praying and keep going. Right?
We are going out today looking at about 5 houses all in Roy. That seems to be were there are the most available houses to purchase with the things we want and within our price range. I don't know too much about the area but Ryan works in that area and some of the people we works with live in the area. They have told us the best places in Roy to live and it looks great. Now we just have to wait.
I HATE WAITING!! I guess I am a bit of a control freak and hate to have things out of my control.
Oh well we will just have to keep our heads up, keep praying and keep going. Right?
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