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Friday, September 23, 2011

Confessions of a Housewife: Part 2

We all need to just vent sometimes. But, if you don't want to hear (read) someone else complaining, please just skip the first half of this post.
Lately, I've been feeling pretty pathetic. I've applied for 35+ jobs, had four interviews, three never called back, and one just told me yesterday that I didn't get the job.
I'm not going to school this semester, because we're trying to pay off a little debt. But, that's hard to do when only one of us has a job! Oh, and speaking of school, why can't schools just allow transfer credits from any school?! Neither UVU or BYU has the major that I started at BYU-I, therefore I have 37 credits that don't apply to anything here. How discouraging is that?
I've come to the realization that I've gained almost 35 pounds since graduating high school. Sick.
The list of people I know that are pregnant (or have had a baby within the last 6 months) has now reached 25. I'm happy for them, really. Jealous even. But, I honestly get freaked out when I think about it happening for us. I mean, how will we pay for everything? We both need to finish school.
I've also realized that your circle of friends really does change after you get married. Aside from Adam (who is my best friend) I can think of two other people that I interact with on a regular basis.
Now, I also realize that I can change all of this, and that I could have a much better attitude. But, don't we all just have those days when we just think "poor me"? Anyway, I do have good things to talk about as well.
For instance, Rachel and Mike are married now!!! I am so excited and happy for them. Rachel might kill me for this next part, but... I remember so many times that I cried over her in the past. I was so worried about her and I was just frustrated with a lot of the choices that she was making. I just wanted her to be happy, but hated that I couldn't choose how she found that happiness. She had to do it all on her own. And I am so immensely proud of the changes that she's made over the last year, and I'm extremely grateful to have her as a best friend again. I was finally able to cry tears of happiness as I watched her and Mike get sealed. So, so happy!
Also, I'm getting a tiny bit more crafty. I learned how to crochet just a couple months ago. I'm not that good yet, but I'm practicing. This is my attempt at a small doll blanket.
When I was finished, Adam asked if it was supposed to be a skirt. Ha! I'm now working on a scarf. It still looks a little misshapen, but it's going better than the blanket.. I think.
Also, last night our Relief Society had a craft night. And I'm pretty stoked about the end result of my project.

Cool, huh? It was just a plain piece of round wood when I started. But, three different coats of paint, a vinyl, and a couple clock hands later, voila! A super cute clock!

Anyway, I've got plenty of things to be grateful for. Most especially, my dear husband who tries to console me when I'm an emotional disaster. He is so wonderful and I'm happy to have him as my constant companion.

Sunday, September 18, 2011

Teerlink Family Reunion

I would like to fist pose a question, before reading on ask yourself; What would your dream vacation consist of?

Did you think of water skiing, PGA golf courses, the circus, sitting on the beach, swimming, ice cream, family, ziplines from tree to tree, a huge floating island of fun, Dr. Pepper, and tons of food?  Well our latest adventure consisted of all of that and more.

We recently made the 2,000 mile journey from Orem, UT to Pine Mountain, GA for a week of fun and excitement.  It was one of the greatest vacations ever.  Before I give a few highlights to remember I want to say one thing.  I loved meeting all my new family.  I love them so much and it was such a wonderful experience.  I know my wife and I were meant for each other.  I feel like I fit into her family so well.  I love my whole extended family on both sides.  I am so thankful for all my blessings and the wonderful people I get to be with everyday!


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Thursday
Driving... Driving... Driving

Friday
RELAX for a day in Wichita with my family.  Such a great day.

Saturday
Driving... Driving... Driving. Arriving late that night at our Cabin in Calloway.  We, Shaila and I were in charge of food for the week for our cabin so we made a late night run the 20 miles one way to Walmart for a two shopping cart trip!  we managed to get too much food for the week, but it was worth it.  I loved cooking all week for everyone.

Sunday
This day was a nice relaxing day, we had 80+ people in our family reunion and we slept in a little and all got up for a Sunday morning sacrament meeting.  We took family pictures and then all sat down for a few talks.  We received a very nice printed program with the typo of 'teetlink' on it.   What a great laugh and then Grandma talking about how Calloway was a place where 'The Magic' could happen.  Had a great BBQ and ended the day doing the ice cream boogie, Shaila may post the lyrics later.


Monday
Woke up late for breakfast with the family.  The girls all had things to do all day, like a summer camp of amazing activities.  So the older ones played some putt putt golf, then sat at the beach for a while followed by an afternoon on the floating water park. Aqua Island was amazing!  The night ended with an FHE of get to know you games and for those there, "babies, babies, babies oh...."

Far away pic of Aqua Island


Tuesday
Dad left, sad morning.  I took a drive back to Walmart for watermelon we needed for one of the activities later that day.  Shaila, Rachel and their Mom did Zumba.  Then in the afternoon was the family olympic games.  Shaila and I were team captains and I think our team won!  Although no winner was ever announced.  We did minute to win it games followed by a sand castle building competition.  It was a blast.

Wednesday
Tree top adventures!!!!




So much fun.  That night was skit night.

Lyrics for our skit, sung to "I am 16 going on 17" (from The Sound of Music)

Erin:  I am thirteen going on fourteen primping so I look great. I've put up my toys and moved on to boys but Dad says I'll have to wait.

Amber: I am sixteen going on seventeen dating now yes that's me. Josh is so neat and tells me I'm sweet but he lives over in BV.

Sammi: I am seventeen going on eighteen I love a missionary (                   coming soon                      ) but I'll have to wait till 2013

Rachel:  I am twenty one going on twenty two ready to say 'I do'.  He is so handsome, we'll go romancing in just a month or two.

Shaila: I am twenty two going on twenty three and I just got married.  he is so smart and such a sweetheart and I love his money.

Mom: Totally unprepared am I to face this world of Men.  homecomings, prom, now weddings too.  when will this ever end?  (NEVER!) I need someone older and wiser telling me what to do...

Adam: I'm your son-in-law, favorite son-in-law.  I'll take care of you!



Thursday
more putt-putt golf, relaxing day on the beach and some Wii!




Friday
cleaning up and more beach time.  Flying High Circus at night.

Saturday
Woke up early to Drive... drive... and continue driving to Kansas.

Sunday
Another relaxing day in Kansas.  Church with my family and then a great afternoon.

Monday
Drive... Drive... and arrive back to reality :(