A First for Malinda

I cooked my first turkey this weekend! We wanted to be sure to have turkey after, so we went ahead and bought our own and cooked it up. The only problem I ran into was it not being quite done. I cooked it upside down and put the meat thermometer in the bottom of the bird, which is less thick than the breast. So, the thermometer said it had reached it's temperature, when in actuallity it had not. Matt started cutting it up and realized this. So, we had to put it back in the oven for a while. But, when it was all done, it had good flavor and was moist; which is usually the most critical point. Here's a pic of the bird before we cooked it up some more. Matt was kind enough to take a picture before he chopped it up.

First Snow

Last Friday, the 14th, we woke up to snow on the ground!! It wasn't very much, just a little dusting. But, never had I experienced that before, unless I was in Big Bear. I can't wait for the first time we wake up to everything blanketed in snow! How exciting!!

Hello, Again!

Well- we're back (hopefully)! I know it's been a long time since I've given you any exciting stories. And I've missed it actually; being aware of crazy and funny things that happen throughout the days and turning them into enjoyable reads. So let's recap, shall we (be sure to click the link to see pictures)...

Our trip to California wasn't long enough. We were so busy, I felt we didn't even have time to visit long enough with anyone. The first thing we did when we left the airport was drive to an In-N-Out. We spent 3 days with Malinda's parents in Apple Valley. We celebrated Mason's birthday with her whole family. While in the area, we were fortunate enough to make it to our friends' (Brian & Kristine) wedding. Then we spent the next 4 days down in Upland/Glendora area. Monday we got to visit with our old small groups. Tuesday we went to Disneyland with our friends the Garlands. Though sadly, Mason was in rare form and at lunch we found out why when he threw up. I know, throwing up at D-land, how tragic. Although, he seemed to be feeling much better afterwards, so we hurriedly got pics of Mason with some characters and then headed "home". Wednesday we were able to spend the day with Matt's parents and so we went to Sea World. Mason's at such a great age to be able to get excited about seeing and participating in certain things. After Sea World we enjoyed a nice dinner at Anthonoy's Fish Grotto with a view overlooking the ocean.

Then the next day we left. So, there are things that we definitely learned from and hopefully or next trip back will be smoother sailing. I have discovered that aside from family and friends, the two things I miss about California, 1)In-N-Out and 2)the beaches.

The next major event was us moving again. We are officially out of the original house we were staying in. We are now officially renting the place we are in now, and it feels more like home; since we've been able to unpack our lives and put pictures up on the walls. Our place in California has no hope of selling anytime soon. And that's a reality we've accepted and are dealing with. For those of you who do not yet have our new address: 1430 Silk Oak Dr. Fort Collins, CO 80525
Although, don't write it in pen, because we will be moving again within a year.

And so, I guess the next event would bring us to the celebratory season that just passed...Halloween. We carved pumpkins this year; and it was much more work than I remember. A task that I now know is too big for a two year-old. *As I wrote that last sentence, I realized that a lot of the things I think will be fun for Mason to participate in, actually turn out to be a frustrating non-enjoyable situation. Take for example, this morning. I thought he might like to make cut-out sugar cookies with me, well he did enjoy it, but it got out of hand and I had to cut him off.* For Halloween, we dressed Mason up as a train conductor. I know he didn't understand the concept of dressing up, but he sure did like going door-to-door to get candy. His version of "trick-or-treat"..."tricky-tricky". It was really cute, and everyone gawked over him when they opened their door.

I hope most of you know by now that I am pregnant. We're expecting a little brother for Mason February 26.