Well...

Today. Mike came home and decided to shave his head

 Nuff Said.

The NieNie Dialogues

So I know I'm probably way behind the trend, but after hearing my sisters-in-law talk about it yesterday, I decided to check out the nieniedialogues.com. WOW! is all I can say. I would give anything to be half the woman this amazing woman is. Really. Read it. Change your life!

Love Love Love this arrangement! Gave me chills!!!

Will this rain ever stop?

So here we are again, on a lovely Monday morning in Logan, Utah! gag....not true. Its cold, its rainy, I'm working, and for heaven sakes its another MONDAY!!! Sitting here I'm feeling very crummy. I woke up late, didn't get breakfast and once again, no make up, hair in a pony tail, and being very negative. As I am about to throw a hissy fit or B* fit as some may say, I try hard to stay positive.

But it is so hard when the weather sucks, I can't do anything on this stupid foot(except for I've been stubborn and instead of wearing my ugly blue shoe like a good girl, I wore heels to church, mike was pissed, it hurt quite a bit, but beauty is pain), I still have not received a check for this stupid surgery, and hubby can't seem to pass this stupid life insurance test. Work from 8-5 Monday through Friday and then watch him study all weekend. So let's just say I'm being an avid pessimist right now.

Last week I was feeling about the same, So I went to the temple and it made me realize how good I really have it. So here is my attempt at making this crummy mood go away.

I know its not thanksgiving, although the weather is similar, here is a list of all that I am grateful for.

- My amazing husband and how hard he works to better his future and our family's.

- How he tries so hard to make me laugh, even when I'm not exactly in the mood, and how much of my drama he puts up with on a daily basis.

- He is so patient, where I have none for him sometimes.

- He makes amazing breakfast, and any other meal in that matter, since I don't cook.

- He is so creative, and always has something new and outgoing he wants to do.

- My adorable puppy, who sometimes I want to kill, but who cuddles and nuzzles in places you never thought would be comfortable to nuzzle in.

- She truly makes me laugh and I have to admit, I talk to her like she's a human being, and I don't care what anyone thinks.

- She loves to chew my socks, underwear, shoes, and has even got ahold of my wedding ring; but she always keeps life interesting with all the running around we have to do after her and then the laughs we get when she's drenched in water because of all the spraying we have to do to get her to give up whatever she has.

- The friends we have and the joy they bring with all their quirks and differences. We love having people over for barbecues and fires.

- My wonderful mom, who is such a trooper, and who I have so much respect for. She works so hard to give us everything we ever wanted. My wedding was amazing, thanks to her, and I am the person who I am because of her (good or bad).

- My dad who has always been so loving and supportive. He always knows what to say to make you feel better.

- My little bro, who is growing up to be such a stud, and his caring and compassionate ways. He is also very helpful and very sweet.

- My amazing sister who is a wonderful mom to my beautiful niece. She just had some serious injuries a couple of days ago, but still is positive enough to put a smile on her face and go forth with the work.

- I love that she always has time to listen to me when I need to vent, whine, complain or just have someone other than mike to talk to.

- The greatest mother-in-law on earth, who takes care of me like I am one of her own daughters. She's always making sure we are ok, and if we need anything, she's right on it.

- She is an amazing cook and someone you like to be around and have fun with.

- My hilarious father-in-law who I absolutely adore. I get to work with him all day, and he just cracks me up. I love how he genuinely cares about everyone, and his love for country music (we are the only 2 who share that love at the office).

- My sister-in-law Leslie, she really is a great example to me. I work with her everyday, and I am always amazed at how strong she is. She is so dedicated to everything she does, and she is a great mother.

- She is very patient with me and all of the questions I have about my new job and she always makes it more fun when she's around.

- My sister-in-law Andi is also a terrific person. She is a superwoman. She cares about her family and everyone else she comes across.

-She is always so willing to help and she is so good at it. She is so talented at what she does and I love her for all she has done for mike and I.

- My sister-in-law Amy, I don't get to see very often, but when i do, she is a joy to be around. She was here a couple of weekends ago and It was fun to just indulge in her good humor and be around her adorableness. She is also a wonderful mother with 5 kids to run all over the place.

-She's a terrific runner and I wish I could do what she does. She's way fit.

- Last but not least, my sister-in-law, Natalie is a treat. Literally, every time she's here, she's making treats. Last time we made mango and raspberry ice cream, and I always have fun hanging out with her and Mr. Tate when she comes around.

-She has a good sense of humor too and great fashion sense. She's one of the cutest pregnant ladies I've seen, and we love it when she visits.

- I'm grateful for the job I have that I work from 8-5. What would I do with all that spare time? I would go out of my mind bored at home, and the money isn't bad either. I get to do things I otherwise would not be able to do if I didn't have this job. Like spending so much money on our amazing trip to Brazil in December.

- I am so grateful for the beautiful home I have the privilege to live in. Little by little that house is turning into our home, and all the hard work we've put into it has been so worth it. Its nice to have a place to entertain and to just call "home".

- I love the little interactions I have with people on a daily basis, and how much you can learn from a mere stranger.

- The trials that make us stronger.

- This rain, that makes me appreciate the sunshine.

- And mostly I am so grateful for the gospel in my life. I cannot even begin to imagine what I'd be doing with my life right now if I didn't have such a strong testimony of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

- I am truly grateful for the knowledge I have that I will be with my husband and future children for all eternity, and that we will never be alone.

- I am grateful for the small miracles I witness everyday, and the reassurance that my Heavenly Father knows me personally, my needs, and my imperfections.

- His hand in everything we do and all the blessings we receive.

- I am grateful for the life I live, and everyday I have to make an impact on the world. I hope I can be a better example to those I meet.

Well, I definitely feel better. I guess life isn't so bad. I am pretty blessed, so snap out of it Jess! Sorry for all the whining and drama anyone has ever had to put up from me, I will try harder to be an optimist and appreciate all the blessings I have been given.

Love you All!