September 27th 1997

11 years ago today Michael and I were married in the Las Vegas Temple. I can't believe it has been 11 years! It doesn't feel like that long, but it seems like I can't remember my life without him in it. Michael and I met in elementary school, he was a grade younger than I was. We grew up in the same stake, went to the same high school, had each others dad's for teachers, but it wasn't until the time was right, 2 years after his mission, that we met up again in the singles ward (cliche I know). We dated for 3 weeks, got engaged, and were married 3 months later. I knew he was "the one" when I heard him sing and play the guitar. We have had our share of ups and downs, but through it all, I love him more now then I ever thought I could. I knew I loved him and wanted to spend eternity with him 11 years ago, but time and life has taught me that I didn't fully understand how deep love can go. So here is a list of 11 reasons why I love Michael Scott Gill...

11. He has a great laugh
10. He has an amazing voice
9. I love his lips (I kissed him first for the record :)
8. He is a true friend
7. He is true to himself
6. He's HOT!!!
5. He is a wonderful father and loves his children
4. He respects me
3. Did I mention how HOT he is??
2. He works hard and sacrifices so much for his family
1. He understands me better than I understand myself and despite ALL my insecurities and shortcomings, he loves me anyway.

Michael, I love you more than you know and count this year as a new starting point for the rest of our lives.

Second Generation

This month Olivia was chosen as a Positive Panther in her class. She got to go during lunch to have pizza with the principal. She got a certificate and got her picture taken. The reason this is significant (other than the fact that I'm so proud of her) is that both Michael and I were Positive Panthers at Galloway when we went there. Back then (I'm so old) we got our pictures in the newspaper. I don't think that's the case anymore, but I went to see her get her award and I told the principal that she was second generation. She thought that was great. I love that we still live in the same area, that our kids go to the same school as we did, and that I always run into people I know! Henderson is home!

Who Woulda Thought?!?

We actually found something fun and FREE for the whole family to do in Vegas! Suprise! Saturday we went to The District at Green Valley Ranch. On Friday and Saturday nights they show movies outside by the carousel. It was a great night, the weather was perfect, and it was way fun! They have free popcorn and we just brought water and candy. We sat on blankets and watched the movie. The kids had fun and it was even fun for Mike and I. We'll definately have to do it again while the weather is nice. Check it out!

The First Day of School (FINALLY!!)

The kids are in year round school and they are on Track 1. Which means that they start later than everyone else. Generally I enjoy that they get a little break, but I was sooo ready for them to get back in school! They started at Fay Galloway this year which is the same school that both Michael and I went to. Olivia was so excited to start 1st grade and it was so fun to pack her lunchbox! Matthew was indifferent. I guess that's a good word to describe a 4th grade boy. So here are the traditional 1st day of school pics. Just like last year, Jeffrey had to be in all the pictures. He wanted me to pack him a lunch and wanted to wear his backpack when we walked them to school. I got a picture of Livvy in her line but when I tried to take Matty's picture in his line, he wouldn't turn around. I guess he's finally reached the age where he is embarrassed by his mom! How sad! I hope they both have a great year!

The Tagging Continues!

Tagged 8's...
8 Favorite shows
-Grey's Anatomy
-Cash Cab
-What Not to Wear
-The Office
-Friends
-Alias
-Biggest Loser
-Ellen (prior to her marriage, now I don't watch her just to prove a point)

8 Favorite Restaurants
-Claim Jumper
-Cheesecake Factory
-Cafe Rio
-Mimi's
-Chili's
-Macayo's
-Red Robin
-Pizza Factory

8 Things that happened yesterday
-I got to sleep in!
-I realized how lucky I am to get to see my husband every day.
-Jeffrey went potty in the toilet!
-I made my bed!
-Got a Big Gulp
-I cried
-Finished Breaking Dawn for the third time (I'm a nerd!)
-I watched Ever After (Love that movie!)

8 Things I look forward to:
-Matthew and Livvy starting school (Thank you Track 1)
-My 11th anniversary
-Cooler weather
-Peace in my home
-Going back to school myself
-Saturday soccer games
-Getting our backyard planted
-Eating outside

8 Things I love about Fall:
-Cooler weather! (I agree Katie)
-All the birthdays
-Soccer season
-Candy corns
-Soup
-Great Harvest Pumpkin bread
-pumpkin chocolate chip cookies
-Shorter days

8 Things on my wish list:
-My husband was always happy
-An island getaway with my hubby minus kids
-Moonlight Sun actually getting published (being a nerd again)
-My kids being healthy, happy and constantly learning
-I didn't have to think about money
-A maid
-I wasn't so lazy
-To be everything I want to be

This was a lot harder than it looks! 8 doesn't seem like a huge number. So here continues the tagging...Alisha (aren't you glad I found you), Carmen, Natalie and Jordon. Have fun!

Sleeping Beauties

I caught Jeffrey sleeping in Zak's crib with him
Zak didn't like the idea of sharing very well.

I was lucky to catch this moment...Michael holding Zak and both of them asleep! I thought it was so precious. Father and son both just so darn tired! Of course as soon as I snapped the picture they both woke up, but at least I got it.

Long Awaited Haircut

BEFORE

DURING

MID-WAY MULLETT

THE END

So after months of trying to convince Matthew to cut his hair, he finally decided that now was the time. With soccer season starting it was getting too hot with all that hair! So hope everyone, grandma's especially, are happy with his new look.

Details

So I've had some requests for additional details on my previous post so here are the juicy details:

Most of you know that I worked in OB/Gyn for a long time. A few years ago Celine Dion was living in Lake Las Vegas during her big show at Caesars. So somehow she got hooked up with the doctor I was working for and my doctor asked me to stay late so that Celine and her sister could come in for their "woman exams" after office hours. She was very nice and even had to help translate for her sister who only spoke French. So because I was helping the doctor in the room during the exam, I have seen much more of Celine Dion than anyone but her husband should see! So there ya go! Hope you enjoyed it!