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1. all my family and friends! I am so blessed and couldn't ask for any greater people! They celebrated my birthday with me...spoiled me rotten....but most importantly were kind enough to come! I have the best friends! (more pictures to come....I'm having issues uploading)

2. Jamie having a birthday! We celebrated at Maggianos and it was so fun! I totally feel like part of their family these days! love it! 3. One of my new favorite shoes. 1 out of 4 to be exact. What do you think??

4. My new favorite nail polish. Essie Bermuda Shorts. It rocks on my nails!

And my next love will be revealed tomorrow! Stay Tuned. And no it's not a husband.

xoxo

In memory of Amy Leigh Hartz

Amy Leigh Hartz October 14, 1974 - February 3, 2010 After a long, hard fought battle with cancer and kidney failure, Amy passed away February 3rd surrounded by family and the thoughts and prayers of the family and friends who could not be near. My childhood friend Amy has been battling cancer for the past couple of years. Although her family and friends will terribly miss her, we are comforted to know she is out of pain and now rests in peace with her Father in heaven.

2-17-10

I'm trying to analyze this insomnia. is it because i didn't get up super early today? is it because i drank extra diet coke? is it because i fell down the last 4 of my stairs and hurt my ankle? is it because i have way too much on my mind? is it because i'm starting to have a sore throat? is it facebook? or this blog? please let me go to sleep. i have an early dentist appointment. oh, maybe that's why. i need a list.

2-14-10

*My dad had a birthday yesterday. Happy Birthday Dad! I love you! *Paige celebrated hers today too! I love my little Paige. *Was feeling extra blah today. *Wished the day had went a little differently. *sad I wasn't able to make Jen Sedillo's party. Actually bummed. She would have lifted my spirits! *On a good note, I got to see family and visit with a couple friends for a bit. *had a good chat with an old friend who's out of town. Talked about life. Good things. *got the most amazing new book. I'll share more later about it. Those people who love making lists....NEED this book. *My friend Jackie's dad is very very sick and might not make it through the night. Please keep their family in your prayers. *and last but not least....my new blog design. It's not quite finished, but any feedback?? Hope all you love birds had a great valentines day!

Sedona

My sweet friend Jen's niece Sydney Stewart was performing in a really cool singing competition. She got chosen as the sweetest spot! She sang Popular from Wicked and she rocked the house! So, we made a quick trip to Sedona. Will and Christina were SO nice to let us crash at their house for a couple nights. They made everything perfect! And, it was so fun to have Tanner around. He's my new little buddy. He calls me "aunt rose". Love it.

Isn't Sydney so stinkin cute? I loved her boots too! I did her makeup (she did not need any) but we sparkled her up and she was ready to go! This is me and Summer! I love this girl. She's so cool to hang out with. We were wishing we could have went shopping while we were there....but the huge snow storm in Flagstaff had us get on the road! I told Summer next time. For sure!

Syd right before her big debut!

The cute sistas!

Summer and Sydney's little brother Ty....is a little fox! He is so cute and I love his smile! We went to check out the new KFC/TACO BELL store that Jen and her family own. It is going to be nice!! Let's all pray that the economy will get better so they'll survive! They deserve it!

I love traveling with Jen! She is a blast! She did however get a speeding ticket. :(

And, look at those eyes? She got prettiest eyes in high school. Oh, and I think prettiest hair. Whatever!

We also did a little sight seeing downtown Sedona. It was beautiful! Very fun! I just wish we could have stayed longer!

Oh and I love that Jen loves fountain diet cokes too!

We went to Javelina Cantina in Sedona when we got there! The best mexican food! It was so fun getting to see everyone! {jen and sydney}

{the other jen stewart and summer}

{our great hosts: christina and will}

{my little buddy TY}

{jason and jen}

Bryanhead, UT

Went for a quick trip to Utah...and so happy there was snow! So we decided to drive up to Bryanhead to take advantage of skiing or tubing. It was a total blast! It was so cold but I was dressed appropriately this time....so I was golden. It was great! {the above picture is my parents house in Kanarraville. It's coming right along!}

I got a few pictures of Susie coming down the hill. She was flying! It was so crazy!

Now time for some hot chocolate. ok. and food.

Welcome Baby Greyson Duke Howard to the world

My best friend Amber had her 4th baby boy on December 29, 2009. Her last baby was over 10 pounds....so all the bets were on. The nurse was the only one who came close. He weighed 7 lbs 10 oz and 20 inches long. Amber did amazing. And, she looks amazing already. Everything went smoothly.....except for the little fact that Brian missed the birth due to a Wendy's food run. Amber says he's in trouble....but I thought Robin Duke and I were great birthing partners! He is such a cute little guy....but definitely will have his work cut out for him once he gets home to Tanner, Carson, and Crew! Thanks again Amber for wanting me there with you. It is the best experience and I wouldn't miss it for the world! Wendy's included!