We are THANKFUL for....FAMILY!

Each and everyday Nick and I are reminded of things that we are very Thankful for.... Today as we spend the day celebrating Thanksgiving with his family...We stop to thank god for bring each other into our lives. We could not have asked for a more special person to share our lives with.

Lindsey: I am thankful for my loving, caring and supportive and trusting family. I am thankful for my amazing husband and friend.

Nick: He said, " I am thankful for my beautiful, gorgeous and intelligent wife who always keeps me in line." "I am also thankful for my gracious things the good lord has presented before me."

Together we talked about the most important goals in our lives to come. We are both very family oriented and enjoy the wonderful times that we can go and spend with our families. We struggled to compromise on which family we have to visit during the holidays. Because if it was up to us we would try and see everyone. Sometimes there just isn't enough time in the day.

OMG! She is my cousin....

My favorite cousin came to stay the weekend with me. We decided that it would be fun to travel around  Des Moines to see some sights and to take some pictures. We always have a fantastic time together. I love that she is growing up and we can talk. I do miss that I can't spend as much time with her as I used too. You can definitely tell that we are related with the chunky cheeks and the red hair.

Today we decided to take Meg for a walk down at the state capitol and also on the new river walk. It was a beautiful day and we sure enjoyed it. As you can see from the pictures we are two silly girls. While sierra was here for the weekend we played Wii, watched a few movies and just hung out. I look forward to many more amazing sleepovers. I do love this girl... She is one of my best friends....

Salt Lake City...3-12-2010

Nick and I began the adventure to Salt Lake City, Utah on friday March 12, 2010. We drove all night long and finally arrived arounf 6:00am. We were both never so excited to get to Grandma & Grandpa Duncan's...We unloaded our stuff from the car and then headed to bed for a few hours. For the last couple of days we have relaxed and enjoyed our time visiting with my grandparents and uncle. We took Nick to big Cottonwood canyon and took a few photos today.

All of the pictures above are photos that we have taken in Big Cottonwood Canyon. Grandma and I drove Nick up their to see Brighton and Solitude ski lodge. He was a little scared and was breathing hard until we got to the bottom. Tomorrow we are making the trek to southern Utah to Moab to arches National park. I am so excited to show Nick this area. We will be hiking to delicate arch and then to other sightseeing place.

The New Apartment

Yesterday Nick and I went and signed all the paperwork that we needed to for the apartment at Ashley Square. We are getting super excited about being able to move and begin utilizing things from out wedding. The Apartment is called the Jordan it is a 2 bedroom 2 bathroom floor plan. It has 2 large walk-in closets and a woodburning the fireplace is more of a perk for Nick but we can also bring our own washer and dryer. The washer and dryer is my perk. It also has a balcony of the master bedroom and a balcony off the livingroom. I thought this was very cool. We are awaiting them to call and tell us that our criminal backgroound check and credit check are all ok. After this we are allowed to begin the process of deciding when to move-in. Prior to that the manager Carla stated that she will be having them replace all the carpet and tile.This made Nick and I a little more excited about living in this apartment. We have decided to begin moving the week of april 19th. During this time I will schedule homemakers to deliver our new master bedroom set. Nick and i will then slowly begin moving stuff ourselves. That following weekend my mom and dad have graciously agreed to help bring things from home to our new apartment.

PantryLaundry room






Livingroom with woodburing fireplace off to left is master







Kitchen and diningroom area







Master bath







2nd bath with walkin closet







bedroom view from living room

Above i placed a few pictures of the apartment brefore and i will be placing them after we get moved in and settled. this is such and exciting time for Nick and I and we continue to share with all of you.

Good things come to those who WAIT!!!

Good Morning!
It has been along while since I have updated the blog. I intentionally think about it everyday and still things come up that prohibit me from stopping to write. I decided I was making time today....No more excuses! I have a few exciting things to write about. This week has been extremely awesome. I had a second interview with Brigham Young University in Provo, UT. After having my second interview I was offered the job for to summer. I am extremely excited...Things could be better...this is a dream come true. I will now be spending 14 weeks with my Grandmother.

Nick and I will also be taking a big step tomorrow morning as we will be submitting paperwork and signing for our new apartment. We had a crazy time looking all over the city. Finally we came to the conclusion that we needed to go with the place that we felt more comfortable.
I am leaving tomorrow afternoon for 5 days in Chicago to a conference called NASPA. I will be returing tuesday night. I will be home for approximately a day in a half before we leave on our trip.

Nick and I will be driving to Salt Lake City to visit my grandparents and then traveling on down to Moab. In Moab we plan to hike and see different landmarks. We are super excited to be spending time together.
Have a wonderful day!