Crazy Cougar Fan

We went the BYU basketball game today. I had been feeling a little sick and then it hit me hard at the game. I had the flu. But for my team, I stay until the end. I am a crazy fan but it was worth it.

8 months

We made it to 8 months today. It was been a great 8 months of marriage. I am taking the day off today to try to get some energy back. Ryan's dad and brother are getting into town tonight to join Ryan's mom. Ryan and Rachel are blessing their baby on Sunday. It will nice to spend time with family this weekend. We have a good week. Ryan made it through all of his mid-terms. It is nice to make it to the half way point of the semester. Ryan is looking forward to his summer break as am I.

News

Rachel had her baby on February 17th and named him Trevor. We went to see him and the new mom on Tuesday night. They are doing well and he is a very cute baby.

Valentine's Day

When you are teaching children especially around a holiday sometimes they are not willing to do their work because they are to excited. So this year, I let them have some fun. I had them make hearts to give Ryan a "heart attack". I put them on our front door and when he got home that night he felt the love. They kids really liked doing it so it was fun to watch them and it was nice not to have to force them to work.

February

Where did January go? I cannot believe how fast the year is going already. I had parent/teacher conferences this week. They went much better then last time. I finally got some help for one of my students who really needs it. It should make my days easier at school. Ryan is enjoying most of his classes. He is not as busy this semester as last. He has a long break between classes which has given him time to study at school.
Last Saturday, we were able to have all the family in Provo come over to celebrate Ryan, Rachel, and Lance's birthday. We ate pizza and played a game. My favorite part was holding my niece. She is so cute. We are also waiting for the arrival sometime in the coming week for Rachel's baby boy to get here. We are also going to my parent house next weekend to visit the family. We love to spend time with any family.

Happy Birthday, Ryan

Ryan had a good birthday. He got things for the car, clothes, and a new soccer ball. He is also going to get a new sleeping bag when we have time to find one.

Graceful

So, I always thought it was funny to see people slip on ice and sometimes regain their balance or totally lose all self confidence. Today I retain the confidence that I have held for years, but find myself among so many other nerds who lost their balance walking home from school, first falling into the bus stop partition wall and then hitting the pavement receiving a nice little gash in my shin. I guess because of the speed I recovered and that I still made the "walk" signal to cross the street, it makes me tougher somehow. So although me and this guy

both looked like crazies, I know that I am still cool (and self confidence really comes from within).