Is It Him?

Thursday, July 8, 2010

Whats going on in our life lately? Dusty has gone to LDAC for a whole month while Samantha and I stay in North Dakota, waiting patiently . We don't get to call or talk to him until day 28 of 29. Which is in 12 days (not that I'm counting). We've mailed 4 cookie filed boxes and tons of letters. I've only received 2 letters so far (not that I'm counting).
On Facebook there's an LDAC page that gives regular updates of activities and posts photos of Cadets in the field. So, of course I examine EVERY 5th Regiment photo looking for my Dusty and this is what I've found...... nothing.


I'm pretty sure this is wishful thinking or my eyes playing tricks..... What do you think? Is it Dusty? Be kind.

Photo #1: On the right standing in front of the men throwing grenades?

Photo #2: Or, on the left, pointing his finger, telling the guys what to do?


Photo #3: Now I'm getting desperate, maybe in the circle, back row, third from the left?

And yes, I did blow them up on my screen to look closer.

I'm just going to say YES to all. It helps me sleep better at night.

**** After looking again photo #2 is out. The knee pads are wrong. See how desperate I am.

Happy Birthday America

Sunday, July 4, 2010

Happy Birthday America!! You don't look a day over 29!

In case you are wondering, Samantha did NOT enjoy fireworks this year. We couldn't stay out long because they terrified poor Sammy. But her favorite part was getting to say "Boom...Boom....Boooooom"
Maybe next year when dad is home to show us how cool fireworks really are.

Twilight Rewind

Friday, July 25, 2010

Am I the only one who thinks this looks hideous?

And even worse, this?

Really? Thats the best she could find for the opening of Eclipse? But I guess the real question is, Should I have expected anything better? No.

Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson, you are RUINING Twilight. Get Out!




At least someone knows how to look good........

And yes, I got this picture from TaylorLautnerShirtless.com

Mountain Climber

May 30, 2010

Samantha has a few new loves. One, Capri Sun. She can spot a Capri Sun a mile away. She can suck one dry in under 10 minutes. And if it were up to her she'd drink one everyday. (Not that we let her.)
Two, climbing. Samantha can climb anything but right now her favorites are the kitchen chairs and the fridge.

Put the two together and this is what we found....

Sometimes I wish I could

Friday, May 14, 2010

But sometimes I really wish it was.

I have a confession... I'm not a perfect wife. I try to be, I tell Dusty I am, but really I'm far from it. So while in Idaho I saw this book at the Deseret Book store.

I normally don’t like self help book. I’ve been trying to read more lately so I thought “Mhh, It looks funny, Why not” Plus I quite often DO feel like strangling my husband, so maybe this will help. So far it’s really cute and has motivated to be a better person. I’m not finished yet but will let you know the end result.

Last Call From Texas

Thursday May 6, 2010

Everyone from Texas knows you HAVE to take pictures in the bluebonnets. So I was determined to get the perfect, happy, smiling photo of Samantha in bluebonnets, maybe even with a bow on her head. And thus the reason for Bluebonnet Photo, take 2.

Much better this time, but still distracted (the roosters were crowing in the back). That's okay, I sure do love this girl. And I can't get enough of that silly face.

Finally, here are the last of our pictures from Texas.
Easter egg hunting was not Sam's favorite. But it was so wonderful to be outside in the sun. We wore shorts, Sam played in the grass and it was amazing!!

Playing at Grandma and Grandpa Borton's house. They had a mini four wheeler and Samantha loved to play on it.

My Sweet Samantha

Friday, April 16, 2010

You've had a Birthday, Shout Hurray!! My little Sammy is ONE today!!
One year older and wiser too. Happy Birthday to YOU!

I'm so completely excited for my little girl today because its Baby Sammy's Birthday!! At exactly 4:21 pm on Friday, April 16th she will be ONE year old!! And what an amazing year it has been. I can't believe its already a year, WOW. Time has flown way too fast.

I know I say this all the time, but I'm so proud of my little girl and everything she has worked hard to learn this year. I am just amazed at the things she can do. She is such a blessing in our home. I have never seen a happier baby than Sammy (minus our current trip to Texas, but that's just because she misses her Daddy). She makes every day a joy, truly. We love her to pieces!





Here are a few things Samatha is currently doing:

• Right now Samantha loves to dance. She doesn't even need music. Just say the word and she'll start twisting her shoulders and bopping her head. This girl can get down!
• She just learned to walk and is into everything. Now I really can't get away from her because she can track me down across the house, or more like stalk me down.
• She LOOOVES her Dad. Here in Texas she tells everyone about her Daddy and is constantly looking for him. When Dusty says "Hi" on the speaker phone her whole face lights up, the she tries to steal the phone and push buttons.
• She calls me "Na Na" (her version of Anna) and sometimes Mommy.
• She is constantly learning and trying out new words. Right now her favorites are (in no particular order): No, Dada, Mama, No, Doggie, Kitty, No, Thank you, Cracker, Dada, Uh-oh, Hi, Dada, Diaper, Dada, and a few others.
• She makes the funiest faces while playing, as you've seen from my previous post.
• She likes to give hugs. Randomly she will walk over and hug my legs... then scream loudly to be picked up.
• Currently she is NOT a girly girl. She loves trucks, balls, cars and blocks. We've tried giving stuffed animals and dolls but she could care less. Dusty loves it, I'm hoping its just a faze.
• She LOVES to read. Any book, even mine, she will bring to me to read saying "ooo ooo"

Samantha we love you so very much. Thank you for choosing us to be your parents. Thank you for making our home a family. We are so proud of you. You make me smile every day. I am forever grateful to my Heavenly Father for you and your sweet smiling spirit. Happy Birthday sweet girl!!

I LOVE that face!!