Brandon and Sarah E.--Sealed March 14th, 2009 Vernal UT Temple

So, this was a great day!! Brandon and Sarah have been married since January 2005. They are a wonderful couple, wonderful people, wonderful family members that I love dearly. Brandon's my bud, and I could not be anymore happier for him and Sarah. This was such a special day, and I am truly thankful to my Heavenly Father for allowing me and Kris to be there and witness such blessings as the Temple gives...
Seeing Brandon and Sarah sealed really made me think back on our day...(will be three years ago on May 19th this year!!). Just hearing the words and blessings are amazing, and I am so grateful that my husband and I made those covenants and made that choice to be sealed for time and all ETERNITY.
CONGRATS BRANDON AND SARAH!!! I LOVE YOU!!!

Can you tell he's happy ?? :]

Brandon, Sarah, Holly, Glenn (Brandon's parents--my Aunt and Uncle)

All who showed up for the Endowment or Sealing...(most are Ellsworth side except for one)

Declan found a Acorn on the grass...in the words of Declan, "Oooooo-Ooooo"

Declan and my dad...his G-pa who he is named after (his middle name is Richard)...ME...being a dork...
Grumpy?? Or doing a "model" face??

I love this last picture!! :] Too cute...just want to pinch both of their cheeks...haha

Declan's Surgery...

This is Declan before they took him back in his little Hospital gown...

Well, I did not really announce this surgery because it really is not THAT big of a procedure...but it is still nerve racking to have your baby be put to sleep and have a tube down his throat and be cut and have stitches.

As most of you might know, Declan wanted to come into this world FIVE weeks early from his due date. He weighed 5lbs. 3 1/2 oz...so he was decent size for already five weeks early, but still quite a little guy. Declan was pretty fragile when he was first born. He had a hard time breathing. Was born with pneumonia. So, with him being in such a state he was not circumcised. The doctors told us we should wait until he was at least a year. So, I finally got the guts to get this going and get it over with. I am so glad this is over. I hate seeing Declan hurt or in a hospital at all. It just makes me ache beyond words...

So, he was scheduled to do it today, March 19th at 7am. We had to be at the Rock Springs Hospital at 6:00am to check him in and get him ready. They said they would start at 7:25am and should be out at 8:00am. Well, they did not come out to get me until 8:30-ish. I was kind of nervous, but I then realized why it was a little extra. I looked at his hands, arms, foot...and I could see that they had a hard time finding a good vein(little poke marks everywhere); which he takes after me I guess (sorry Goober). But, they finally got one in his left foot for the I.V.

When they asked me to come back I was relieved, but I already knew that I was going to cry, because as I was walking I was getting tears. I walked to his bed and they were holding him up. He was waking up and because of the MEDS, he was pretty grouchy--not the normal little Declan. I could not believe how swollen he was. His eyes were red and pupils were hardily there. I just felt horrible and wanted to cry with him. Since he had a tube down his throat while sleeping through the procedure, he did not quite have a voice yet. So when I walked in he was making the slightest noises, but you could tell if he was not so groggy he would be screaming his head off.

They put him in my lap and I gave him his binkie. Same binkie he has had since he was born, such a comforter. Declan only gets it when he sleeps now, but I considered this a good time for one. Shortly they moved him out of recovery and the doctor went to get Kris and later on I went and got Kris's mom and sister Becky...(which thank you for coming and the support :]...oh, and the yummy McDonald Breakfast food while we were waiting for the surgery to be done).

So, all-in-all he was such a good baby. They could not believe how quiet he was, and behaved. I got to be honest, he had every right to be onry or upset, but he did really well. A Doctor kept coming by and Declan kept wanting him to hold him and the Doctor said, "Man, he just got his Woo-hoo messed with and he's still a good happy kid..." I thought that was funny...Woo-hoo :] All of the nurses loved him. When we first got there, if any of you have seen Declan know how friendly of a kid he is, he'll go to pretty much anyone--ANYONE. So, he was trading nurses and doctors the whole time until his surgery. They wanted him to be their mascot at the Hospital and didn't want him to go...

I just got to say how truly thankful I am. I was pretty nervous because of the whole being "put to sleep" and being cut and such. Anything could happen, and we were blessed that nothing did. Heavenly Father continues to look after and bless Declan--and us as parents to have such a child. There is just something about this child that is so special, and I know in my heart he'll do great things. He really is such a strong individual with all that he has already gone through, even though so young. I know I am a mom and want nothing bad to happen to my kid, but I just hope to be done with Doctors for Declan. His first month of life was rough, and I am just grateful that he will not be able to remember that or this...
IT'S OVER...YEA!!

HERE ARE SOME MORE PICTURES OF THE DAY
FOLLOWED BY BEING HOME AFTER HOSPITAL WITH BALLOONS...Did not want to be on the bed...wanted to be held by someone, did not matter who.

Pretty Groggy and swollen...with Daddy...
Becky, making him happy :]

The Hospital gave him a Teddy Bear and a new soft Green Blanket...

All of us waiting for the Doctors to tell us we can take him home...


Declan and his Balloons...he went crazy!! Mom M., Becky, and Rachel brought them over after one of their Ward activities..(made him so hyper and happy...you would not think he just had his Woo-hoo messed with!! hahaha)

Done for the Day...Night-Night Time...

Sneaky Little Stinker...

So the other day I went to the office really quick because a costumer came into the Motel. Well, Declan was playing with the dogs; which I thought nothing of it. Does that everyday. So it was maybe FIVE minutes top. I can usually hear everything that's going on in the kitchen from the office...but this time it was silent.

I went into the kitchen the dogs were sitting by the kitchen table, but no Declan. I looked in my bedroom, bathroom, his room...NO DECLAN. So I said out loud, "Declan??. . . Declan??" Nothing. Well, I went towards the dogs and I heard Declan start laughing. I guess he started laughing because I was getting "Hotter" at finding where he was...getting closer and closer. So I looked underneath the kitchen table and this is where I found him. In the corner, behind the table...

(He wondered why he couldn't get his head through???)

"Bonked" his head...and trying to think if it hurt or not...

His new hiding spot...Look at his smile! SUCH A STINKER!!

Declan behind the table...


Here are some more pictures of me feeding him and such...

Declan thought I was weird when I wanted him to feed me...ahha

Loves it when it's FOOD TIME!!!

This is ONE of the many reason's why he is called "Mr. Goober"...

Waking him up after his afternoon nap...

New Hair Color...*again*

So...you could say I like to change my hair here and there...quite a bit. I went from a really spunky red--that was pretty overwhelming at times. It was pretty at first...then slowly faded to a pink/purple and my two inch roots were dark brown. So, you could say it was time for an update. This is me Before:

And Now:

I like it. It is pretty much almost my natural color, but my natural color has a little more red believe it or not. But, I got it re-layered everywhere and around my face and cut two inches off. My hair grows so stinkin' fast; which is nice because I can do a lot to it. It was nice to get treated and get a refreshed look. Though my hair dresser was pretty nervous about getting most of the red out. She really liked the Red on me, but I wanted a little calmer look. Red is a very hard color, very touchy. So, I told her just to put on one brown color all over and go from there. As you can see, it didn't go green, orange...so I am pleased. Maybe next hair-do I'll be BLONDE! hahahaha...never know :]

My HusBand...

What a Hottie

*There I said it*

Kris is pretty good...for the lack of how many times he has gone since we have been married...ONCE!! hahaha *my bad* He used to go all the time with his friends before we got married but...hopefully we'll go soon and I can pick it up and not get so frustrated...

It's kind of foggy..but you get the point... :]

*Thanks Laura and Sam for the Footage and Pictures...*

V-DAY TAG

1) Do you believe in Valentines Day?
I BELIEVE IN LOVE DAY...
2) What would you most like to receive for a Valentine gift?
I always get some sort of new jewelery...which I like-ee :] Nice and shiny never goes wrong...
3) What would you most like to give for a Valentine gift?
Candy...Card...*this year was some I-POD hook-ups for Kris*
4) Is it better to give then to receive?
YOU BET'CHA
5) Do you consider yourself a 'romantic'?
I like to be surprised and do something ever now and then with just the both of us...but...Kris is way better at it then myself...
6) What is your idea of a romantic Valentine’s Day?
Being with each other...going to a movie, eating out, or just hanging out at home...*I'll do whatever*
7) In reality, what is your Valentine’s Day really like?
This year we went and worked on our house that we are selling...and then we went out to eat at FLAMING GORGE LODGE. We ate Prime Rib with CRAB! It was delicious...*Thanks mom and dad for the suggestion and being there with us*
8) What is your favorite candy?
I would have to say SKITTLES
9)Is there any sweet treat you absolutely do not like?
Sadly enough...not really...
10)What is your favorite restaurant?
I LOVE BONSAI...and anything BBQ-ee or Steak Houses...
11)Do you consider yourself a lovable person?
Kris seems to like me a little :]...being married and all and also having a kid together helps...
12)Do you think the majority of your family and friends would consider you lovable?
Sure...I'm all full of giggles...
13)What is your own definition of love?
The one you want to spend everyday, every moment with and it does not matter what you are doing or where you are at. You eternal Companion...BEST FRIEND.
14)What is the funniest Valentine you have received?
When Kris and I were engaged...our first Valentine's Day together...we bought each other the exact same Card...it was pretty funny :]
15)What is the Saddest/Worst Valentine you received?
Can think of anything really...
16)Do you like the little candy hearts?
White ones are my favorite...
17)Did you ask anyone to be your Valentine?
Well, no not really...I can only ask one person...and I figure he is my Valentine FOREVER
18)What's you favorite "LOVE" song?
...*blush*
19)Is there a Valentine commercial or slogan you just love?
...Nope-ers
20)If you could have one wish for Valentines Day what would it be?
Umm...to have a good day *it did come true :]*

I tag...
Anyone who wants to do this or needs an update on your blogg :]

Ooopsie-Daisy!!! Does Friday the 13th have anything to do with this...perhaps???? BAD LUCK!!!

(see the bald spot in the front?? UGH)

Well...last night I put Declan in the tub and I was looking at his hair and it was getting long again. It does not even look like I cut it at all; which I did not too long ago. This kid's hair grows so stinking fast...and has tons of it. Declan was destined for a lot of hair, curly, frizzy, thick...well...because that is my hair and Kris's too.

So I started to trim the bottom and top a little. I have been wanting it to be a LITTLE BIT shorter on top and around so I can kind of spike it up...and have it not so frizzy at the bottom. Well...I decided to get Kris's hair trimmers, the electric kind, and clean up the bottom and spots here and there. WELL Declan decided not to be still for a moment...moved down really quick as I was holding him...you can guess---yeah I made a "almost" bald spot in the back. Then I went to the front to fix the length to match the back. You guessed it again...he moved really quick and I made another "almost" bald spot right in the front!!

LONG STORY...SHORT...I MESSED UP DECLAN'S CUTE CURLY HAIR!!! :[ The Little Monkey wouldn't hold still. I tried fixing it as much as I could, as much as he was cooperating...so here are the pictures!!! I was NOT going to buzz it all off. I was determined to make it look half way decent...with some "style"... AHHH!!!
As you can see by the pictures...Declan was really peachy after getting his hair cut...better yet, while getting his hair cut!! Hair grows back right ??? Just do not laugh when you see his hair. It's...the...DOGS FAULT. Let's just blame it on the dogs. They barked, and Declan jumped and there Goes his hair. . . .more than once!

That's my story...and I'm sticking too it...
*Now it kind of looks like a MILITARY CUT...kind of*
SORRY Mr. GOOBER!!!

Vernal Utah Temple...

Rebecca Mullins--Vernal, Utah LDS Temple

February 7th, 2009

So, this last Saturday was a great day to say the least. My sister-in-law, my husbands little sister, went through the Vernal, UT Temple and received her endowments. It was so great, and I am sure it was a day that Becky was truly looking forward too. She is such a great person, and has so much going for her...

She is not going on a mission or getting married. Her Bishop just felt like it was time for her and knew she was ready. She is 24. That just says how special Becky is, and how strong her Testimony is. She is a wonderful sister and a great example of obedience and patience...

Kris, my husband, went snowboarding this last week as well. He took his older brother Sam snowboarding--it was Sam's birthday. I was glad he went. He has been really wanting to do that for quite some time. I am just busy, and lets just say it, I suck at snowboarding. I've only been twice, but I just get kind of annoyed and frustrated that I just can't pick it up quick...but I'll get it someday. *maybe* So...since Kris was out in Utah, Layton area, he traveled early Saturday morning and met us in Manila to all drive together to Vernal. I was so happy he came. It is just so nice to be in the Temple with your spouse and feel the incredible spirit that is there. I am very grateful for him and I am truly blessed...I love him more and more each day.

Kris and I were sitting in the Chapel area before the session began. One of the Temple workers was just staring at me and smiling. So, I smiled back, but I would look away for a bit and he would just keep staring at me and smile. Then all of a sudden he got up and came towards Kris and I. He asked us to be the witness couple for the session. *haha* Kris being the teaser that he is said, "No...she's only been a couple times." *sure blame it on me* He looked shocked that Kris said NO, but quickly after said while trying not to laugh, "Yeah we will." The Temple worker said, "You'll be fine...I know you will."

So, we've been married since May 2006. I went only once that first year that we were married. Then not at all in 2007, busy with pregnancy and Declan being in the Hospital--but went right at the beginning on 2008 because Rachel was getting married. Now, I have gone for 2009. I ,we, definitely need to go more, and that is something that we are really wanting to work on.

I would just like to tell Becky how proud of her I am. She is an amazing person. She has been my friend before I even knew Kris. Becky is talented and kind beyond words. Her Testimony shows by just being around her, and I am so glad that she has gotten to make those covenants in the Temple. What a AMAZING daughter of God she is...

HERE ARE A FEW PICTURES OF THE DAY...

BECKY AND HER DAD...

I made everything black and white except Moroni...

BECKY AND HER MOM...
Vernal Utah Temple

Rebecca and her TWIN sister Rachel

Kris getting ready in the car...*hee-hee*
My Handsome Hubby...
The Mullins's "Evil Eye" look...
Kris and I outside the Temple Doors...

I LOVE GOING TO THE TEMPLE!!!

...Just writing How I feel on a few things...

So...this whole economics crisis thing really is not fun right now. Some businesses are not being affected at all by this--but we, the Motel and Bowling Alley are. People just are not traveling right now as much or need to for their business or pleasure-thus I am being affected.

Last year in January the Motel had over $20,000 dollars of money stay here. This year...only $13,000 or less. So you could say "OUCH" and yes we are being affected by this. People are just not getting enough business to have their employees stay here or getting any business out here at all--so I'm not having as many companies stay here as I have had in the past.

So---as of this morning my boss came in and said that I need to cut hours. Not "let-go" anyone, but cut some hours. I have been given an automatic three hours a day or sometimes a little more just depends on how hard they work and if it was a "Bad-day". But now...I'm pretty much going to have to let them work what they work...maybe give them 2 hours a day automatically. But if they are late then that's their fault. If they have to leave soon, then that's their fault. It really sucks to do this. I'm sure I'll get some who really depend on the extra hours get mad or quit--threatening to quit behind my back. But--I'm not going to fire anyone...if some girls quit and that leaves just a few girls to do the Motel, then that will help them get more hours--but in turn they have to work harder-- it is just a win or loose situation... So we'll see how this all works out..."yea me..."

Another thing that has been going on in my mind is... I'm sure this is going to annoy people and I'll just sound like a typical girl--but here I go:

Why do I have to be over-weight?? Sure I had a kid---no excuse really. I see how some moms have kids and they look exactly like they were before having kids--or BETTER. Me on the other hand, not so lucky...I am the heaviest I've been before having a kiddo. It is just annoying. I worked out and was doing good there and eating less, but then that affected my Hypoglycemic tendencies. So then I ate more and still worked out here and there--and it just doesn't seem to be working. I swear I have gained more since I have tried to watch what I eat. It is just annoying to think you are eating better and then get on the scale and see that you've gained three pounds!! I don't care if I have a few curves...but I still want to feel somewhat good about myself---more confident. I guess I am just around ridiculously skinny people a lot--*no names Rachel, Becky, Kym, Kalab, Kris--pretty much all Mullins's except me*...and I just feel like a whale most of the time...

Plus sometimes when I hear people talk about other people saying they are fat or chubby---and knowing with no doubt that I am bigger and heavier-- makes me wonder what they think about me. I don't want to have the perfect body--though yes that would be nice-- I just want to be healthier and more confident. When you see me, you'll most likely see me in a hoodie, jacket, T-shirt and jeans. Yes, they are comfortable and have always been my favorite type of clothing--not the most stylish on earth--but at the same time it "hides" yucky rolls :] or so I think :]

So all you people who have a good metabolism-- BE GRATEFUL! :]

Just how I'm feeling...I'll get over it eventually :]