If you haven't read about my cleaning schedule below...you need to! I am absolutely loving it. It's SUPER manageable and I feel that my house is ten times more clean than it usually is. It's nice to only have one chore each night and to not have to do any cleaning AT ALL over the weekend. :)
I've also been loving on this website lately.. www.skinnytaste.com
So many yummy/healthy recipes! Thank you Pinterest!
That's all for now.
Sunday, January 15, 2012
Thursday, January 5, 2012
New goal for 2012...
With the new year comes new ideas...I've been super addicted to Pinterest more than ever lately. There are so many good ideas on there....it makes me want to get crafty and really organized. My sister-in-law told me about a weekly cleaning schedule that she spotted on Pinterest and I thought it sounded like a great idea, so I did some research.
Sure enough I found a cleaning schedule that works out great for me, I only changed up a few small details. Pretty much, each day is organized with a few different cleaning chores that take 25-30 min or less. I'm usually spending a TON of time on the weekends cleaning everything up because I never clean during the week. By following this cleaning schedule, it will free up time on my weekends and my house will probably be a lot cleaner than it has been lately. Thought I would post the schedule I'm going to follow in case any of you peeps wanna try it out. Sadly, I haven't been able to try it out yet because I've been confined to my bed...sick as a dog (SIDE NOTE: BRONCHITIS SUCKS). But as soon as I begin following the schedule, I will post some results. :)
MONDAY: Clean kitchen - mop floors and wipe down counters thoroughly.
TUESDAY: Dust entire house - occasionally do mop boards, blinds, etc.
WEDNESDAY: Clean guest bathroom - Including; shower, counter tops, mirror, toilet
THURSDAY: Clean master bathroom - Including; shower, counter tops, mirror, toilet
FRIDAY: Vacuum house thoroughly.
Easy right? Who doesn't want Saturday/Sunday to do whatever they please?! I know I would love to have my weekends CLEAN-FREE! Also, depending on how much laundry I have, I will make it a goal each day to do ONE load and completely put it away (Yes that means folding/hanging up clothes).
Wish me luck. Happy Cleaning.
I have several other WONDERFUL ideas thanks to Pinterest, I will share soon!
Sure enough I found a cleaning schedule that works out great for me, I only changed up a few small details. Pretty much, each day is organized with a few different cleaning chores that take 25-30 min or less. I'm usually spending a TON of time on the weekends cleaning everything up because I never clean during the week. By following this cleaning schedule, it will free up time on my weekends and my house will probably be a lot cleaner than it has been lately. Thought I would post the schedule I'm going to follow in case any of you peeps wanna try it out. Sadly, I haven't been able to try it out yet because I've been confined to my bed...sick as a dog (SIDE NOTE: BRONCHITIS SUCKS). But as soon as I begin following the schedule, I will post some results. :)
MONDAY: Clean kitchen - mop floors and wipe down counters thoroughly.
TUESDAY: Dust entire house - occasionally do mop boards, blinds, etc.
WEDNESDAY: Clean guest bathroom - Including; shower, counter tops, mirror, toilet
THURSDAY: Clean master bathroom - Including; shower, counter tops, mirror, toilet
FRIDAY: Vacuum house thoroughly.
Easy right? Who doesn't want Saturday/Sunday to do whatever they please?! I know I would love to have my weekends CLEAN-FREE! Also, depending on how much laundry I have, I will make it a goal each day to do ONE load and completely put it away (Yes that means folding/hanging up clothes).
Wish me luck. Happy Cleaning.
I have several other WONDERFUL ideas thanks to Pinterest, I will share soon!
Monday, January 2, 2012
Taking a look back at 2011
It's crazy to think that 2011 has come and gone. 2011 was definitely good to us and we can't wait to see what 2012 will have to offer.
Short re-cap of 2011:
At the beginning of the year, Jordan spent a majority of his time studying and working hard to pass his tests for work. He ended up passing his Series 7 and Series 66 with flying colors. Soon after, he received a promotion at work. In September, I was offered a job at Sedgwick. I left my job of two+ years and that was definitely a big change for me. We enjoyed a trip to St. George and Vegas with Meagan and Ric. Went to CA with family for the USC vs UTAH game and of course stopped at Disneyland as well. I spent my entire summer slaving away at MATH. This fall, I finished up my MATH credits, what a relief! Jordan spent all of his summer weekends going on hikes (he lost 20 lbs doing so)! He also went on a LONG, HARD backpacking trip this summer with his siblings to release some of his dad's ashes. It was an unforgettable trip for him. We celebrated our 2nd anniversary at Ruth's Chris. Spent our second full year in our condo. Had fun spoiling & playing with our pup, Sadie. Had many date nights and enjoyed many lazy days. There were lots of good times spent together and many new traditions created in 2011.
I'm grateful to have such great friends&family to spend all my time with. Time moves so quickly...so I always try to remember to enjoy every minute. I think 2012 will be another year of great success and happiness.
Jordan and I on the last day of 2011.... :)
Short re-cap of 2011:
At the beginning of the year, Jordan spent a majority of his time studying and working hard to pass his tests for work. He ended up passing his Series 7 and Series 66 with flying colors. Soon after, he received a promotion at work. In September, I was offered a job at Sedgwick. I left my job of two+ years and that was definitely a big change for me. We enjoyed a trip to St. George and Vegas with Meagan and Ric. Went to CA with family for the USC vs UTAH game and of course stopped at Disneyland as well. I spent my entire summer slaving away at MATH. This fall, I finished up my MATH credits, what a relief! Jordan spent all of his summer weekends going on hikes (he lost 20 lbs doing so)! He also went on a LONG, HARD backpacking trip this summer with his siblings to release some of his dad's ashes. It was an unforgettable trip for him. We celebrated our 2nd anniversary at Ruth's Chris. Spent our second full year in our condo. Had fun spoiling & playing with our pup, Sadie. Had many date nights and enjoyed many lazy days. There were lots of good times spent together and many new traditions created in 2011.
I'm grateful to have such great friends&family to spend all my time with. Time moves so quickly...so I always try to remember to enjoy every minute. I think 2012 will be another year of great success and happiness.
Jordan and I on the last day of 2011.... :)
Monday, November 14, 2011
Remembering..
Well November 2nd marked a year since Jordan's dad left this earth. It was a very difficult week as we were forced to remember back a year ago. The memories and feelings were so raw. I knew it would be hard and that's exactly what it was...hard. Jordan's dad left us far too soon, he had so much to live for but he couldn't see past the struggles that he faced. Only God knows what he was dealing with inside. We miss him each and everyday...but life must goes on. I am certain that he's happy and overcoming the temptations that he faced in this life..and I know he would want for all of us to be happy and to continue to live our lives to the fullest. I am so lucky to have Jordan and his amazing siblings because they truly are the definition of "strong". I know God has reasons for putting us through the things that he does and although it seems unfair and difficult, it will make sense one day. My testimony has grown throughout this trial as I have witnessed MANY tender mercies. I'm just so grateful for both of my amazing families during this month of thanks. I've learned and I'm still learning to appreciate the little things and to never ever take anything or anyone for granted. Here's to you Doug, you may be gone...but you will live forever in our hearts. We love you, we miss you and will continue to think about you each and every day.
Friday, October 14, 2011
Catch up post...
Wow! Where does the time go these days? I thought September went super fast and now October is flying right by! Jordan and I really haven't been up to much these days, just keeping busy with work and school.
My original plan for this fall was to work part time and go to school full time and try and finish school up as quickly as possible. I had it all planned out and it was perfect but something else came along and I just couldn't pass it up. At the beginning of September I was offered a job at Sedgwick CMS as a Return to Work Coordinator. If you know me, you know I don't like change. I like to get comfortable and stay comfortable.
I knew I couldn't pass up this offer though, so I accepted the job! I left Tibro Medical, my work home for the past two and a half years. I definitely miss my work family but I'm loving the new job and the new opportunities that I have.
All in all, I feel completely blessed. I am so grateful for the opportunities that I'm given. With every new experience, comes new life lessons to be learned.
I'm now a month into the new job and it has been challenging and stressful but I've been patient and I feel that I might be starting to pick it all up. I'm getting the groove of things and I like it :) Plus I get to work with my bestie Meagan! Big thanks to Meagan for all her help and support during the application process! I am grateful for her and her help.
That's a bit of an update about my job. More blogging to come. I know I have been slacking lately but I can't help but go to bed every night at 9 o'clock (My brain is BEAT by the time I get done with work/school each day). I'm slowly working to get some energy back so I don't bore my husband to death! :)
My original plan for this fall was to work part time and go to school full time and try and finish school up as quickly as possible. I had it all planned out and it was perfect but something else came along and I just couldn't pass it up. At the beginning of September I was offered a job at Sedgwick CMS as a Return to Work Coordinator. If you know me, you know I don't like change. I like to get comfortable and stay comfortable.
I knew I couldn't pass up this offer though, so I accepted the job! I left Tibro Medical, my work home for the past two and a half years. I definitely miss my work family but I'm loving the new job and the new opportunities that I have.
All in all, I feel completely blessed. I am so grateful for the opportunities that I'm given. With every new experience, comes new life lessons to be learned.
I'm now a month into the new job and it has been challenging and stressful but I've been patient and I feel that I might be starting to pick it all up. I'm getting the groove of things and I like it :) Plus I get to work with my bestie Meagan! Big thanks to Meagan for all her help and support during the application process! I am grateful for her and her help.
That's a bit of an update about my job. More blogging to come. I know I have been slacking lately but I can't help but go to bed every night at 9 o'clock (My brain is BEAT by the time I get done with work/school each day). I'm slowly working to get some energy back so I don't bore my husband to death! :)
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Anniversary #2.
On Sunday, September 18th...Jordan and I celebrated our 2nd wedding anniversary and our 5 year mark as a couple! :) Man, time flies! We went out to dinner on Friday night to celebrate the big event. We had a very nice dinner at Ruths Chris. We went to Ruths Chris on our honeymoon in San Diego and we have been wanting to go back ever since. It was a perfect place to celebrate our anniversary! We had a wonderful time! The food there is a excellent. We spent our actual anniversary just relaxing and enjoying our time together. Much needed!
I'm lucky to have Jordan. We've been through so much together, good and bad. I would do anything in the world for him. He completes me. He is my best friend. I'm so glad to have him by my side for eternity! :) Love you!
Here are some fun pics..
The night that started it all :)
"Sadie Hawkins Dance" Our senior year.
The Island of Capri, Italy. Summer of 2008
Celebrating our 1st Anniversary (Huntington Beach)
A more recent pic of us...
I'm lucky to have Jordan. We've been through so much together, good and bad. I would do anything in the world for him. He completes me. He is my best friend. I'm so glad to have him by my side for eternity! :) Love you!
Here are some fun pics..
The night that started it all :)
"Sadie Hawkins Dance" Our senior year.
The Island of Capri, Italy. Summer of 2008
Celebrating our 1st Anniversary (Huntington Beach)
A more recent pic of us...
Saturday, August 6, 2011
Summer!
My math class is officially over and I'm happy to say that I passed with FLYING colors! I got an A in the class and I'm so proud of myself! Now it's time to enjoy my last 2 weeks of summer because Fall classes start in less than 2 weeks! We have some fun things planned for the next few weeks and I can't wait to spend lots of time with Jordan!
Besides being SUPER busy with school, it really hasn't been a bad summer. We've tried to spend as much time as we can soaking up the sun and doing things with family and friends.
We celebrated Jordan's 22nd birthday on July 3rd! We took some time off work and had a four day weekend to celebrate his birthday and the 4th of July. We relaxed a bunch and spent a night in Wendover with my parents. Jordan REALLY enjoys Wendover, so that is what he chose to do for his birthday! LOL. We spent the 4th of July swimming at my parent's house. It rained all day long but we didn't let the rain ruin our fun! That night we had a big barbecue with Jordan's family and enjoyed the fireworks at the Salt Lake Country Club!
July went pretty quick but we managed to swim a lot (in between studying and homework). We had Scott and Amber and the boys up at the end of July and that was a lot of fun. We took advantage of every moment we had that weekend. We all went to Lagoon, barbecued, pool party, had breakfast in the mountains, went to Park City and rode the alpine slides, made homemade ice cream....and much more. It was a FUN and EVENTFUL weekend to say the least.
For the past few days Jordan has been up in the Uintas with his sister and three brothers. They are on a backpacking trip to go spread some more of their dad's ashes. He had requested to be spread up there and so they went to honor him. I hope Jordan has had a wonderful time, but I'm ready for him to come home! :) No service for 4 days is just TOO much for me! I'm sure they will have some great stories to tell and I can't wait to hear!
I will have to post some pictures soon, this is all for now though. Everyone enjoy your last bit of summer! Can't believe fall is right around the corner!
Besides being SUPER busy with school, it really hasn't been a bad summer. We've tried to spend as much time as we can soaking up the sun and doing things with family and friends.
We celebrated Jordan's 22nd birthday on July 3rd! We took some time off work and had a four day weekend to celebrate his birthday and the 4th of July. We relaxed a bunch and spent a night in Wendover with my parents. Jordan REALLY enjoys Wendover, so that is what he chose to do for his birthday! LOL. We spent the 4th of July swimming at my parent's house. It rained all day long but we didn't let the rain ruin our fun! That night we had a big barbecue with Jordan's family and enjoyed the fireworks at the Salt Lake Country Club!
July went pretty quick but we managed to swim a lot (in between studying and homework). We had Scott and Amber and the boys up at the end of July and that was a lot of fun. We took advantage of every moment we had that weekend. We all went to Lagoon, barbecued, pool party, had breakfast in the mountains, went to Park City and rode the alpine slides, made homemade ice cream....and much more. It was a FUN and EVENTFUL weekend to say the least.
For the past few days Jordan has been up in the Uintas with his sister and three brothers. They are on a backpacking trip to go spread some more of their dad's ashes. He had requested to be spread up there and so they went to honor him. I hope Jordan has had a wonderful time, but I'm ready for him to come home! :) No service for 4 days is just TOO much for me! I'm sure they will have some great stories to tell and I can't wait to hear!
I will have to post some pictures soon, this is all for now though. Everyone enjoy your last bit of summer! Can't believe fall is right around the corner!
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