So Close

This morning I ventured to the school to meet with Jostens and order my cap and gown for graduation. Yesterday I got my graduation form signed by a half dozen people and turned in. Graduation is actually coming. It makes me sad when I think about how it has taken me eight years to get an associates degree. That seems pretty pathetic. But I can't say that I'm not greatful for all the little diversions that have happened in between graduating from high school and getting this degree. My mission and marrying Spencer are two of the greatest things that have happened in my life. So, I guess eight years to an associates degree are years well spent.
While I was posting this blog I came across two more pictures that caused me to reflect on an even greater event that is so, so close. Aine's due date is 4 weeks from tomorrow and it seems like I can't go through a night without some strange dream haunting me about somthing like not knowing how to get to the hospital. Why is it that big life changes seem to happen all at the same time?

Happy Birthday Dan

Dan, as your brother I just wanted to express my love to you and wish you a Happy Birthday. It has been a great honor and privilege to have you as a brother for 25 years. I know we have had our differences at times, but overall we have gotten along just fine. It was fun to come out and spend a couple days with you and your wife in New York. I just want you to know that my favorite part of the entire trip was spending some one and one time with you. It was fun to run in Central Park with you on the bike. I'm greatful to have such a great brother.

Marci, I just want you to know you have married a great guy. I think you already know that. Thank you for taking good care of him.

Cruisin'

Look what we've been driving around. Who would have ever put Spencer and I in a PT Cruiser? Heehee

Baby Prep

The need to get out of the house this weekend led Charity, Morgan, Spencer and I for a walk downtown in the cold. The funnest part was going to the children's section of the Church History Museum. I think Charity was having more fun with the little activities than all of us. She was so cute to watch. She was especially fun to watch as she trotted along the street with Morgan riding piggyback. Where does she get all that energy?

We came back to the apartment for some hot chocolate. Charity and Morgan helped me put together the Child Care Cart they gave me at the baby shower this week. To say the least, it was an adventure to make all the parts fit. Let's just say that you don't want to loose any pegs. :)



Here's the finished product. Poor Spencer had to work this Monday and I was at home alone with the bags of gifts from the baby shower. So, I reorganized and found this cart to be very helpful. Thanks Charity.

P.S. Also featured in the picture, Ginny and Morley's gift. Ooo, that's going to be nice to have.

The Accounting Equation

Who would have ever guessed that the accounting equation would equal spending quality time with Spencer? We sat down and talked through his accounting homework and I, being the dork that I am, helped him to get excited about how the accounting equation all works out. I have to admit it was very nice to have Spencer involved in something that I'm working on in one form or another most of the time. Since starting his accounting class he even has asked me about what I'm doing at work and how it relates to what he is learning in class. How about that? In the end, I'm so greatful to have an excuse to spend time with my love while doing some every present homework. :)

Our New Motto

For Family Night this week, Faith and I found a quote given by our beloved prophet, Pres. Hinckley. We made a copy of this quote to put on our wall. We hope it will help us during this coming year, especially with school, work and the arrival of our new baby.

Back to School

It's back to school for Faith and I again. Faith is very excited because this is her last semester of school and she will be graduating come April. I am proud of her accomplishments and her dedication to her school work. As for me I'm taking some classes that will keep me on my toes. My classes are Basic Mathematics, Accounting 101 and Principles of Public Speaking. I will be busy this semester and I hope to learn some great things in these classes.