A Young Philosopher

While eating dinner, our family got into a discussion about teaching Sunday School that led into children growing up too soon these days. Brent's dad said, "I bet I would be surprised how quickly kids mature these days."

Our niece Jessica replied without hesitation, "Kids aren't getting more mature, they just know more mature things."

Brent and I immediately made eye contact at such a philosophical statement coming from an 11 year old girl. We were astounded. Jessica has a unique take on childhood. She is an only child and very bright for her age. I have seen her play with her cousins, but typically I have found her helpful and "mature" for her age. She thinks the average neighborhood children are dull and that parks are boring. Two traits among other that distinguish her from other children her age.

Of course, with Jessica's perspective in mind, she's only a kid. But would a kid really have that wisdom at 11? Definitely something to ponder.

Marital Bliss

I am married! I am officially Mrs. Lydia Johnson and it feels wonderful! The wedding was perfect from the weather to the people we shared it with. I have listed listed a few pictures... enjoy!




Picture taken on the pre-dinner cruise before the Groom's Dinner.

Picture of the table setting at our awesome Groom's Dinner hosted by the Johnson family. We had all of our favorite foods and it was simply lovely.

My bridesmaid and long time friend Michelle helping me get ready.



The Blushing Bride.



The Happy Couple.



A great picture of my Maid of Honor and sister Georgia and father Walter.

Taking One Day at a Time

It seems our lives have become a bit hectic and just stayed that way for months. My mom had a stint put in her heart on 12/26/07, then my dad had a heart attack and stroke on 12/27/07. Then I traveled to Virginia. Then I purchased my wedding dress. Then I purchased bridesmaids dresses and mailed them to my girls hoping they would fit. Then came the looking for a house. Then came our puppy Marty. Then the closing of our house. Then the moving in, painting, and setting up. Then came Ashley's first birthday party. Then came getting Marty neutered. Then came a girlfriends baby shower. Then came our Housewarming Party for the Johnson family. Last weekend we traveled to North Dakota for a graduation we didn't actually attend.

Breath, sigh, relax.

Now spring is in the air and it is the first week since September that my department has not had mandatory overtime. I am going to enjoy working in my new yard and walking my puppy. I am going to enjoy cooking my fiance dinner. I am going to enjoy singing to Marty before Brent has gotten home at the top of my lungs. Today's tunes came from The Phantom of the Opera. We will have to see what tomorrow brings.

Life is good.

Moved In! (Well, our stuff anyway!)

I tell you what, moving in a pain in the A$%! I feel like I have been kicked by a horse and I didn't even do the heavy lifting! The house is an absolute mess but we have all the time in the world to unpack. Well, not really. We both enjoy comfort so I am sure it will be a max of two weeks. But the painting may slow that process, who knows?!

All I can say is, thank goodness for friends! We had plenty of help and everyone was so nice about helping. The girls even helped me set up our bed, complete with bedskirt!! And since we have been living in the house since 3/3/08 on an air mattress… it's awesome that we got to sleep on a real bed again!

We did have a scare with our puppy Marty. We have a split-level house with stairs going up and down upon entry. He climbed out on a ledge through the wrought iron fence in the livingroom, tried to turn back around, and fell 10 feet to the stairs leading to the basement. Charlie rushed to get him and I quickly followed once I knew what had happened. He seemed like it knocked the wind out of him, but other than that he was unphased. No broken bones or signs of head trauma. Lucky little guy!

Sigh. That was scary.

But yeah, the move is complete. We still have to clean the apartment but the lease is not up until April so we are all good. Exciting times.

Meet Marty

Brent and I frequent a pet shop in town just for fun, I find it therapeutic to see all the puppies and watch them play. Well, today we fell in love. His name is Marty. He is a four month old Pom-Shi Tzu and is adorable. Marty will only be 15 pounds at the most so he is an ideal lap dog. He has a calm temperament but he is still playful as a puppy should be. He isn't potty trained yet so that should be a blast... but he is already part of our family.