Lucky Ducks

Look what we've been up to!  For 15 beautiful days we were living the dream in Hawaii.

My parents planned the most amazing vacation, we loved every minute! Our first week was spent in Oahu.  

Playing in the most beautiful water!

Snorkeling at Shark's Cove

Thankfully there weren't sharks, but this is one
 of the many sea turtles we saw!

Scott and I both loved snorkeling

Our favorite sunset

A beautiful Japanese temple

The surfers! They all did awesome

My brother noticed this down the street from our place.
From the 4th pirate's movie

Kayaking in beautiful Kauai

The whole crew! Had such a wonderful time together

 

Paradise!

The signs were there

I love when Scott leaves me little notes around the house.  He does it from time to time, and I have found several lately.  Back in April, when I was leaving the house for my first job interview, I found a note taped to our front door.  It said "Knock em dead! You're the best." It made me smile and gave me a boost. I decided to put it on our fridge and keep it up there until I was offered a job. 

Twenty-four days later, I had my first interview with Deseret Book.  After 19 emails, 4 interviews, and three trips downtown, I was offered the job I was so hoping to get! I was extremely humbled and completely excited! My title is "Music and Film Publicist".  Deseret Book owns a record label and film distribution company, so I'm working with both of those.  


On my very first day of work last week, I got in the car to find this sign from Scott on my passenger seat:

Ha ha, I say this often, but "Scott knows me so well".  It's a pretty safe bet that I totally would have headed north on the freeway out of habit.  Scott was thorough...when I got to the bottom of our hill, I spotted this sign: 

I have only one word to describe that. Adorable.  

Meet the Graduates

Ready to feel old?  Those of you who grew up with me won't be able to believe this, I still have a hard time myself!  In the last five weeks my side of the family has had three graduations.  Mine in April, my SISTER's in May, and my BROTHER's high school graduation today.  Where does time go?! 

My beautiful sister received her Bachelors Degree at the ripe old age of 21.  She went to Snow College for a year and finished up at Utah State.  We are so happy for her and are completely proud (and in awe) of what she was able to achieve so quickly!  We sure love this girl and are happy to have her back home.

photo by Heather's cell phone

The baby of our family graduated from high school today!  Our last LHS graduate, all four of us went there.  It seems like not much has changed, I saw a lot of my high school teachers today, and the kids seem like they have an awesome tight-knit class.

photo by Ellie Cutler photography

I'm also in awe of this guy.  He is talented in many ways and has so much to offer.  My parents finally get a cougar, he'll be attending BYU in the fall!  He is such a good brother and friend, we all love this kid so much.  So proud of both of them! 

Golden Boy

Today is Scott’s birthday, and he is turning 26 on the 26^th, that means it’s his golden birthday! Only happens once!  His presents are wrapped in golden paper, his cake is on a golden plate, and now…I give you some of my favorite golden (endearing) things about Scott. 

Say it with me, “His sense of humor!!!” Everyone who has spent at least 5 minutes with Scott has probably laughed out loud from something he said.  

His positive outlook on life, nothing can get this boy down.  He is optimistic and resilient: a great combo. 

The way he tells stories.  I would rather hear a story second-hand from Scott than from the original source, because he has a way of completely captivating me!

His service-minded attitude.  He drops everything to help someone in need; he is a wonderful neighbor.

The way he interacts with children- people often tell me they think Scott will be the most amazing father someday, and I agree!  He is loved by children everywhere he goes.  

His bright wide smile that still gives me butterflies.

The jokes he makes up…”What do you call it when a cowboy jumps really high?”…”A hiccup”

His strong work ethic.  

This one’s selfish…but Scott is golden because he often tells me I’m adorable.  Melts my heart.  

His desire to learn new things.  

The way he isn’t afraid to share his beliefs; he wants people to be as happy as him.  His favorite scripture says it all, “Be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you." (1 Peter 3:15)

His creativity; life is never dull with him around.

His knack for always ordering amazing things at restaurants.  When will I learn to just ask him to order for me?

I’m sure thankful for you Scott, this is the 8^th birthday I’ve celebrated with you, and I look forward to mmmmmaaaannnnnyyyyyyy more to come.  You’re my favorite!

Somewhat Vague

I’m happy to report that this year is getting progressively better!  Scott and I both have changes brewing; we are excited to see what’s in store for us.

Like I announced here, I’m looking for a new job.  The arts council has been gracious enough to let me keep working there until I find one.  I have been training my replacement Brianna for a few months now and she is awesome!  She is a perfect fit for the job, and it has been fun getting to know her. 

I have interviewed at three places for some amazing positions, all in the marketing/public relations/advertising field.  Although I already know I didn’t get one of them, I’m not stressing yet.  Yesterday I had a third interview with one place, it was an hour-long brainstorming session with their team and it was awesome to be a part of it!  It’s a waiting game now, I should know their decision next week. 

Scott has been unbelievably busy this month.  In addition to his full time job, he started working with his brother on a new business.  We are all really excited about it and I’m thrilled that it’s going so well.  Scott has an amazing work ethic and an entrepreneurial spirit, and he has always wanted to start working on a business from scratch.

I know this post is sketchy on details.  All in good time...if things pan out the way we’re hoping I’ll be happy to share more specifics later on!

For now, we are working hard (especially Scott) and cherishing every minute we have together.  That picture will probably catch Scott off guard when he sees it...he was napping when I took it (he's the hooded figure in gray, ha ha).  All of a sudden it sounds pretty creepy to take pics of someone when they're asleep...but I don't have 7 classes anymore!  I'm just finding ways to fill time!