A Fun. Filled Night

Last Saturday, Thomas and I went to the Fun. concert in Salt Lake. It was awesome! Really enjoyed seeing them live. Check out the pics below!

Like Father Like Daughter

This month, two years ago, marks the 2 year anniversary of my dad's passing. It's always hard going home and not seeing my dad around. It's still hard going into my parent's room and seeing his untouched desk, always orderly and neat as he liked to keep things, his jacket still hanging on the chair. My dad was an amazing man. He really cared and loved us, worked so incredibly hard for us, and spent quality time with us. I have some great memories, all the family does. I feel so blessed to have the knowledge I do - that I will be reunited with my dad again. I know this to be true - that families are eternal. I know even though I can't speak with or see him, he's looking down on me and is close by often.

Hellos and Goodbyes

Recently, we had a Jeru reunion (2010 study abroad). It was great seeing so many amazing people! It was also the first time I'd seen one of my professors (Brother Muhlestein who taught Old Testament) and his family since getting back as well. It was tons of fun!

Thomas and I also stopped by Linda's farewell party - sad to see her move so far away (D.C.), but I

know she'll continue to do amazing things no matter where she is!

Lulu will miss you Cocolina!

March Madness in a Week

This past week Thomas and I were in our favorite place: Washington. It was a lovely trip - went by fast, but was lovely :)

The best road trip snacks: Jones, angel food cake, and strawberries.

There was lots of game playing.......

Visiting with our families.......

Yummy food......

Animals just love Thomas. Who doesn't? :)

John and Thomas video gaming it up (Mortal Kombat!)

Sunday best

The main event of the trip: Susie's baby shower!

Emily received so many nice things (mostly clothes that were oh so cute!)

Sister Jennifer looking great as usual

Besties!

Gotta love this kid!

Yay for sisters!

Emily Joy Holladay - such a perfect little button!

6 Happy Filled Months

It was our 6 month anniversary yesterday! Can't believe how fast the past 6 months flew by. We had a lovely day. It was so nice to just have a whole day to ourselves. We enjoyed a late breakfast of crepes at a local favorite place of ours, a stop at the book store to browse and pick up some Lego mini figures, a lovely walk outside (it was t-shirt weather!), a reception for a friend, piano recital, and then a tasty dinner. It was a great day and we are very much in love and very much happy...I mean, I think it's pretty obvious :)

Yesterday, while we were listening to our "wedding cd," Thomas requested that I put the song list up on our blog. They are songs we selected and put on blue and green colored cds and gave out to guests at our reception:

1. It's a Beautiful Day ~ U2

2. All of This ~ Shaimus

3. Eyes ~ Rogue Wave

4. So Happy Together ~ The Turtles

5. Easy Girl ~ Coconut Records

6. I believe in a Thing Called Love ~ The Darkness

7. You Make My Dreams ~ Hall & Oates

8. First Day of My Life ~ Bright Eyes

9. The Dress Looks Nice On You ~ Sufjan Stevnes

10. Lucky ~ Colbie Calliat & Jason Mraz

11. Kiss from a Rose ~ Seal

12. Breathe ~ Angels & Airwaves

13. Thirteen ~ Ben Kweller

14. You're My Best Friend ~ Queen

15. Such Great Heights ~ Postal Service

16. Brighter Than Sunshine ~ Aqualung

17. Do You Remember ~ Jack Johnson

18. The Gambler ~ Fun.

19. We're Gonna Be Friends ~ White Stripes

20. Mr. Blue Sky ~ ELO

21. Annie's Song ~ John Denver

22. Til Kingdom Come ~ Coldplay

Our new additions: the "dwarf," "spartan" and "mobster."

Dancing in the Moonlight

Tonight I went to DanceSport to watch my nephew compete in the formation ballroom competition.  They took third place at a national level - they did awesome!  It brings back memories of when I was on the same team a few years back and competed on the same floor!  Such a thrill, and tons of excitement and energy.  I sat with my good friend Linda during the show (who also competed that day - hence the hair and make up :)

It's Always Fair Weather

This past weekend, I flew home via business trip to hire and train someone for our company. I was able to stay a couple days extra and spend time with my family! Highlights were: a fabulous Greek/Middle Eastern lunch with my mom, visiting my sister and seeing my 3 week old niece Emily Joy for the first time (she is a beautiful baby! not all babies are cute), Mortal Kombat with my brother, visits with besties Nicole and Candace, visiting my sister Jen and her family (loved playing "tickle monster" with my niece Juliana), going to the beach for a walk and watching the sunset, and of course my mom's great cooking. It was a really nice weekend!