Yard Sale Time

Wanted to let everyone know that we are having a yard sale this saturday ( August 1). It is at our house- 6300 E Terrace Ct Dr from 7-?. My step mother-in-law is pretty much supplying the yard sale. Jarod and I just haven't consumed much but I do have some junior clothes in sizes 0-5, wedding reception centerpieces, TV and home decorations. Shauna has boys clothes in sizes 3 months-6 years, longaberger baskets, home decorations, womens plus size clothes up to 3X, hockey table (full size), pillows, lamps, toys, nursing scrubs (s-m), changing table, toddler training bed, microwave, and misc. Come on over to check it out saturday!!!

In Memory Of My Sister

This post is in memory of my younger sister Lindsey Rochelle Nelson. There is not a day that passes that I don't think of her and on this day it is especially hard. I miss her so much words can't even desribe it. I always wonder what it would be like if she was still here with us. I know she is in a better place but I still think about the what if's or why. We are 5 years apart in age(she just turned 14 and I was almost 19) and we were just starting to become even closer and have more things in common. Sometimes I get a little jealous when I see other friends and family with their siblings b/c I don't have that any more...but I am happy for them that they are able to enjoy their sisters and/or brothers. Enjoy their presence and tell them that you love them today!!! We never know when they will leave us for heaven. I never knew that night before the accident would be my last time to speak to my sister. She was on her way to the 4-H fairgrounds to show her rabbits....where now we have a sign in memory of her. I love you Lindsey and I just wanted to let everyone know that I have a sister and to keep her in your memory!! Someday we will meet again!

What have we been up to?

So it has been a little over a week since my last post and I think I am due. I was just going to update on what we have been up to. Last week was Jarod's last week to help coach a little league team and I think they finished in third place. He always has so much fun with the kids and would rather do that then play softball. And since he is getting "older" his ankles seem to give out on him so easily. Which is pretty frustrating at times for him b/c he loves his sports. But coaching is rewarding for him and the kids seem to LOVE him! He is always a hit around kids...I feel so boring to them when I am with Jarod. haha. Talking about sports. Jarod and I have played tennis a couple evenings at the school. This is something we enjoy doing together and it is a good exercise! We never played in high school but have grown to love the sport together.

Last week we also stopped by Jarod's old house on the highway to see how the couple that bought the house have been doing. It was nice talking to them and they are such a nice couple. They even have another little one on the way!! Going back to a home you spent so much time at brings back so many GREAT memories:) And I love to hear what they are doing to the house and the changes that occur each year. I am just glad they are enjoying living there!

Then this past week-end we went to Ellis Park. Jarod didn't know if he wanted to go at first and at the last minute we decided to go. I am glad we did and we both have always wanted to go to a hourse race to see what it was like. I mostly wanted to go this past week-end b/c I heard they were having camel and ostrich races. How funny would that be?! Admission is free and they have picnic tables, bleachers, and you can even bring a blankets to sit on in the grass. It was packed but there was still a lot of room. We met up with Keith and Jessica for a little bit which was nice to see them. This place is a great place to hang out with friends and family to relax and have fun! We watched some horse races and the camel race but didn't want to wait for the ostrich race...we were hungry and wanting to eat at Texas Roadhouse (yum!). The camel race was hilarious though....they are not meant for racing. haha. On the way home we stoppped by my parents to visit with them and then came back home. It was a great day!! On sunday we ate at Jarod's aunt for lunch since some of his family is here from Florida. It amazes me how much kids change in a year's time. His cousins look so much older and are taller! It was great seeing them and hopefully we will see them tonight or tomorrow before they head back down to Florida. Hope everyone is enjoying the summer!! Even though it has been a weird summer.... 70 degrees and rain:(

Outside Ellis Park

The bell dings and this is what the horse comes out of

Look at them go!

The camels warming up;)

Now there is some speed!

Two Years And Counting!

July 7 was our two year anniversary! I am so happy to have such an amazing husband at my side. I would not know what to do without Jarod b/c he completes me so well. I know we are going to have many more great memories and years to come. And July 17 we will be together for eight years! Man we are getting old:( Here are some pictures from the years we have been together. Most are from when we first met.

One of the first times together. Jarod was a goof ball then and still is:)

We look so young!

This has always been a favorite of mine.

We loved each other so much. haha

First trip to Florida!

The night we got engaged!!!!

The big day!

I love you sweetie!!!!

Show Us Where You Live Fridays- A day late

Show Us Where You Live Fridays: Yards





This friday (saturday for me) yards is the showcase!! I love our yard and I think I said that in my last post too. Well I uploaded the pictures this morning so all of you could see the yard from the front and back. The first picture is compliments of my hubby:) I took a picture of the yard first but he said he couldn't see his stripes in the yard. haha. So he took this picture and you can defenitely see the stripes. He is proud of his striper on his mower that he and his dad made.

Come on in!

My new summer flowers. I love the brighter colors this summer!

A view of the backyard. Can you see the stripes. Jarod took this one also. haha

The back patio. I LOVE to sit out here b/c it is so relaxing.

Another angle. The door in this picture enters the bedroom and the door in the upper picture enters the family room/kitchen.

Looking out at the yard and yard building (or whatever we call it) from the patio. It doesn't look very big but we have our mower, 4-wheeler and rhino stored in there! AND we still have a small room on the other half.

Looking over to the neighbors. This tree line is ours and is the property line on this side of the house. It gives us a little privacy and the rabbits love it.

Some flowers I had to take a picture of.

And some more! I love these flowers b/c they do so great all summer long. They are getting so full with tons of flowers!!

And to top it off. Khloe was watching me the whole time I was taking pictures. I just had to take a picture of her too!!! I think she looks kinda old in this picture though.

Hope you enjoyed a little virtual walk around the house! It's July Fourth and we have a busy day ahead of us. Cook-outs, games, friends/family, some fruity drinks (yum) and Fireworks! Can't wait! I hope everyone else has a great Fourth of July. Too bad rain is in the forecast:(