Showing posts with label Birthday. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Birthday. Show all posts
2/07/2012
Happy Birthday Mike
A bit belated but Mikes 26th Birthday was on Sunday. He was quite excited it coincided with the Superbowl so we threw a Birthday/Superbowl party. We had about 20 people over, including 5 kids under 5. The food included served chili, veggies, corn muffins, chips and I made chocolate cupcakes with peanut butter frosting. They were a hit. The group had a great time chatting and chasing the kids, I am not sure how much of the game was actually watched. Mike got a compression drill from me and my parents for his birthday for all the home improvement projects that come in the future. I could not ask for a better husband. Mike has worked so hard on Blueberry's nursery and completeing the bathroom in the past few months. In addition to helping me out around the house. He also recieved some money from other family members and friends. I think he plans on buying a vest plate for his work vest with the money. I hope he enjoyed the Birthday celebration.
8/06/2011
Home Sweet Home
Granted I have not had a ton of time to "do what I want" since I have been working around 80 hours a week. While nice for the bank account, not so nice to relax or do things around the house. But miracle of miracles Friday I got off work at 3, after only working 9 hours and I also had today and Sunday off. AMAZING! Friday we went to a few garage sales and found a new chandelier for the dinning room for only 10 dollars. This morning we were both awake by 7:30, yeah we are getting old, so we we hit up a few more. We found a couple games, a paint roller and some canning jars. Then we dropped Cora off at Grandma O's for the day and Mike and I made a big trip to Minot. Primarily to go to Menards. But we also went to Hobby Lobby, the Mall, Target, and out to eat at Ruby Tuesday. I also got my hair cut, finally.
Any who at Menards we bought 3 ceiling fans for the up stairs bedrooms, a 6 foot ladder, and a bunch of painting stuff. We also bought the game ladder golf and some cream soda. We plan on painting the main floor bedroom which will by my craft room and our office soon. White/cream on 3 walls and a magenta color on one wall, which will brighten up the room since it is currently wood paneling. My parents are coming up on labor day weekend!! Mike and my dad will install the new lighting. Dad is also bring us a new water heater and a conversion for the claw foot in the upstairs bath, to make it a shower too.
We are loving the new house and are so excited to have guests. The guest room is ready so just let us know when you are in the area. Until I have time to write again. Love ya Megan and Mike
4/15/2011
Birthday week
This week is the week of birthdays. First Mike Brother Mathews Birthday is the 12th. The 13th is a big day. It was Wyatt's 1st birthday, Jory's birthday and My moms birthday. Then Mike Srs birthday is the 16th. And finally Jacobs 2nd birthday in the 18th. Where did the last 2 years go?
In other news I have started the C25K... again. I did W2D1 on Saturday and W3D1 on Monday. Cora has been doing it with me... it really tires her out. I would also like to start doing Yoga more.. but currently we still have water coming into our bedroom. I really have no place to do it, unless I push the bed completely again the wall in our room. So I cannot wait until the water stops and I can start Yoga. For now I think we have decide to not get a gym membership, walk out side and save money for a house. But as things have it I injured my foot after 2 days of running. I had a lump on top of my left foot that hurts... Going to take a few days off and re-evaluate.
I have a to give a HUGE congrats shout out to our friends Hans and Samantha! They found out last week that Hans got a job in South Dakota!! So they are packing up and heading out. They will only be 8 hours away from us :) Which is amazingly close, considering the other options they had been looking at. They also had an offer accepted on a house where they are moving to. Lots of changes for them but I am so happy it is all working out for them. We only have to find a way to get our wine down with them.
This weekend we are heading to Minneapolis to celebrate all the birthdays. We headed out Thursday night, and spend the night in Moorhead with my cousins. Today we got up and are headed for Minneapolis. Mike took Thursday night off work so we could head out and with Good Friday next week, I would normally have Thursday off, But my boss rocks and is letting me take Monday off instead, so we do not need to rush back as quick. We just have to make it back for Mike to go to work Monday night at 6. Hopefully I will have some fun picture to post next week.
In other news I have started the C25K... again. I did W2D1 on Saturday and W3D1 on Monday. Cora has been doing it with me... it really tires her out. I would also like to start doing Yoga more.. but currently we still have water coming into our bedroom. I really have no place to do it, unless I push the bed completely again the wall in our room. So I cannot wait until the water stops and I can start Yoga. For now I think we have decide to not get a gym membership, walk out side and save money for a house. But as things have it I injured my foot after 2 days of running. I had a lump on top of my left foot that hurts... Going to take a few days off and re-evaluate.
I have a to give a HUGE congrats shout out to our friends Hans and Samantha! They found out last week that Hans got a job in South Dakota!! So they are packing up and heading out. They will only be 8 hours away from us :) Which is amazingly close, considering the other options they had been looking at. They also had an offer accepted on a house where they are moving to. Lots of changes for them but I am so happy it is all working out for them. We only have to find a way to get our wine down with them.
This weekend we are heading to Minneapolis to celebrate all the birthdays. We headed out Thursday night, and spend the night in Moorhead with my cousins. Today we got up and are headed for Minneapolis. Mike took Thursday night off work so we could head out and with Good Friday next week, I would normally have Thursday off, But my boss rocks and is letting me take Monday off instead, so we do not need to rush back as quick. We just have to make it back for Mike to go to work Monday night at 6. Hopefully I will have some fun picture to post next week.
2/04/2011
Happy Birthday Mike
Happy 25th Birthday Mike!
I am so so glad that I have been married to you for 2.5 years!
Have celebrated 9 Birthdays with you and we have many more to come.
Tonight we are going out to dinner at the Snow Goose, and Mike will trying out some new beers. I will be hoping there is cream soda... because I LOVE cream soda. Not to much is new up here in Alaska... at least that I can share with you yet. Cora is doing really well. She is super calm, as long as she gets her walks. She is also eating much much better, there are still times where she seems un-hunry but most times she eventually eats all her food. I have been cooking lately, last night we made Halibut a la Barigoule from Martha Stewart (http://www.marthastewart.com/recipe/halibut-a-la-barigoule) It was so yummy with some white wine from Denali Winery!
I will post some pictures tomorrow
I am so so glad that I have been married to you for 2.5 years!
Have celebrated 9 Birthdays with you and we have many more to come.
Tonight we are going out to dinner at the Snow Goose, and Mike will trying out some new beers. I will be hoping there is cream soda... because I LOVE cream soda. Not to much is new up here in Alaska... at least that I can share with you yet. Cora is doing really well. She is super calm, as long as she gets her walks. She is also eating much much better, there are still times where she seems un-hunry but most times she eventually eats all her food. I have been cooking lately, last night we made Halibut a la Barigoule from Martha Stewart (http://www.marthastewart.com/recipe/halibut-a-la-barigoule) It was so yummy with some white wine from Denali Winery!
I will post some pictures tomorrow
7/15/2010
Update of Life
Well Mike and I have so much new stuff in our life I do not know where to start.
First I am back from Kodiak, and Mike in back from Minnesota.
Mike got all our stuff moved into the new condo and we are about 90% done unpacking, but I still have a ton of organizing to do. I love the new cabinets, counter tops, and floors. The bathroom is really nice to. Mike bought me some rugs for the living room and guest room for my Birthday. Java is adjusting slowly, she has jumped out the kitchen window once, and tried to more. But she enjoys a new perch in the living room, by the stairs, and has fun sliding around the hardwood floors. She has gotten into some trouble cruising the counter tops.
Mike and I bought a new SUV yesterday. A 2010 Hyundai Veracruz, color driftwood or Mocha. It is pretty. We have not seen a ton of them on the road but they are Hyundai's largest SUV and has All Wheel Drive. It has enough seating for 7 but the back 2 seats fold down completely when not in use. It is WAY more fancy then the Versa, even though it is the "base model." It has heated seat in the front, a ipod jack, blue tooth built in for cell phones, xm radio (although we do not have xm in Alaska), and a factory roof rack. It can also tow up to 3,500 lb, but currently does not have a hitch. We upgraded and got the weatherizing package so I have to take it into the dealer on Saturday to have the cloth all sealed, the bottom of the car sprayed with tar stuff, and the paint sealed to help with rust. Mike also bought the all weather mats for the first and second rows, which will be really nice with the Alaskan Winters.
Tonight we are going out to dinner for my Birthday with Samantha and Hans. We are going to Crush, a local wine bar downtown that I have always wanted to go to.
I will try to post some pictures soon...
First I am back from Kodiak, and Mike in back from Minnesota.
Mike got all our stuff moved into the new condo and we are about 90% done unpacking, but I still have a ton of organizing to do. I love the new cabinets, counter tops, and floors. The bathroom is really nice to. Mike bought me some rugs for the living room and guest room for my Birthday. Java is adjusting slowly, she has jumped out the kitchen window once, and tried to more. But she enjoys a new perch in the living room, by the stairs, and has fun sliding around the hardwood floors. She has gotten into some trouble cruising the counter tops.
Mike and I bought a new SUV yesterday. A 2010 Hyundai Veracruz, color driftwood or Mocha. It is pretty. We have not seen a ton of them on the road but they are Hyundai's largest SUV and has All Wheel Drive. It has enough seating for 7 but the back 2 seats fold down completely when not in use. It is WAY more fancy then the Versa, even though it is the "base model." It has heated seat in the front, a ipod jack, blue tooth built in for cell phones, xm radio (although we do not have xm in Alaska), and a factory roof rack. It can also tow up to 3,500 lb, but currently does not have a hitch. We upgraded and got the weatherizing package so I have to take it into the dealer on Saturday to have the cloth all sealed, the bottom of the car sprayed with tar stuff, and the paint sealed to help with rust. Mike also bought the all weather mats for the first and second rows, which will be really nice with the Alaskan Winters.
Tonight we are going out to dinner for my Birthday with Samantha and Hans. We are going to Crush, a local wine bar downtown that I have always wanted to go to.
I will try to post some pictures soon...
4/16/2010
Fun Filled Weekend
I am excited for the weekend. Tonight Mike and I are going to go to the Rock Gym (http://www.alaskarockgym.com/) for a "Lesson Session" where we will be taught the basics of Rock Climbing and belay certified! It is something I always thought sounded fun... Mike is a little unsure of it since he does not like heights but I know we will have a good time. The class is from 7 to 9 and we can use the gym until 11.
Saturday I am sleeping in!! After putting 55 hours in at work this week I cannot wait to not have to wake up to an alarm! Then we are reservations to go to the Alaska Dinner Factory from 1 until 3 (http://www.alaskadinnerfactory.com/) and make 6 different meals. We will get a total of 12 meals to make at home because we split the 6 into 3 person servings instead of 6. I will post more later. Then at 6 Saturday we have our dinner for nine group from church. We have a new couple joining us so I am excited, they are bringing their 18 month old. The group decided to go out to eat this time at La Mex, a Mexican restaurant in Anchorage that Mike and I are indifferent about. We think Alaska is to far north of the boarder for really good Mexican food~ haha.
Sunday we plan to go the the 9:30 church service. After Church we are going to Jacobs First Birthday Party. I cannot believe he is already a year old. He is getting so much of a personality.
In other news... MY MOMMY IS COMING TO VISIT.... A friend is getting her a buddy pass type ticket! She will fly standby and is coming the 22nd of the month... less then a week away!
Saturday I am sleeping in!! After putting 55 hours in at work this week I cannot wait to not have to wake up to an alarm! Then we are reservations to go to the Alaska Dinner Factory from 1 until 3 (http://www.alaskadinnerfactory.com/) and make 6 different meals. We will get a total of 12 meals to make at home because we split the 6 into 3 person servings instead of 6. I will post more later. Then at 6 Saturday we have our dinner for nine group from church. We have a new couple joining us so I am excited, they are bringing their 18 month old. The group decided to go out to eat this time at La Mex, a Mexican restaurant in Anchorage that Mike and I are indifferent about. We think Alaska is to far north of the boarder for really good Mexican food~ haha.
Sunday we plan to go the the 9:30 church service. After Church we are going to Jacobs First Birthday Party. I cannot believe he is already a year old. He is getting so much of a personality.
In other news... MY MOMMY IS COMING TO VISIT.... A friend is getting her a buddy pass type ticket! She will fly standby and is coming the 22nd of the month... less then a week away!
4/12/2010
Happy Birthday Mommy
(Picture Taken by www.LightSource-Images.com) Happy Birthday Mommy! I hope that you can celebrate this day knowing that your whole family and all your friends on earth love you very much. And know that you have an Angel in Heaven looking out for you. I wish I could be in Minnesota to take you out for a Margarita at Theresa's, or even better a Mother Daughter Spa Date. I hope you know that I would not be half the person I am today with our your love, support, and guidance through everything. I can't wait till you and Dad come up to visit us again in Alaska! Hugs and Kisses from Alaska.
Happy 16th Birthday Matthew
Mike's littlest brother, Matthew turns 16 today! He has grown up so much since I first met him 8 or 9 years ago. He and his girlfriend, Brittany, will be growing up even more in the next week with the up coming birth of their son. Our second Nephew who we get to spoil. I will be sure to post pictures when we get some!! Mike is excited to take Matthew to another Minnesota Twins game when he is home in June and to see the baby of course!
3/30/2010
ONE YEAR
I have been blogging for One Year, as of yesterday! A lot of things have happened in this last year. I want to thank all my friend and family who follow the blog. With this site I love being able to write about whatever I feel like and being able to update everyone about our life's up here. Cheers and Cake to another year of Life in Alaska.
2/05/2010
Happy Birthday Mike
Yep, Mike is 24 today! (Boy we are getting old) We do not have a lot planned for today. I work and Mike is going out to the Valley with Hans. We are going to an Aces game tonight with Samantha, Hans, and Jacob. Then Mike might be going out with some buddies to celebrate with some drinks, after the game.
Mike I love you so much and cannot believe this is the 9th birthday I have celebrated with you. I cannot believe we have been married for over a year already, and have been to so many places together. Thank you for putting up with me and Java! Love you
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This week has gone by crazy fast, but I am so ready for the weekend. Saturday we I am going to a movie with Samantha and then we have our Dinner for Nine group at night. Then Sunday is the "big game," we will be watching it at Samantha and Hans place. I am strangely making a Turkey to eat for 1/2 time... we got the turkey from our neighbors for Christmas, so i decided to make it, not sure what else I will make with it??
In other news I have found a different CSA type company to try out. It is called Full Circle Farms (http://www.fullcirclefarm.com/). This is what we are getting in our box to be delivered the 10th.
Veggies
1 bunch Broccoli
1 pound Roma Tomatoes
1.5 pounds Red Potatoes
2 each Yellow Onions
1 each Bunched Carrots
1 each Spinach
1.5 pounds Garnet Yams
1 pound Zucchini
2 each Hass Avocados
1 each Green Bibb Lettuce
Fruit
4 each Bosc Pears
4 each Pink Lady Apples
4 each Murcott Tangerines
Now I like this one a lot better so far, you can alter what you want in your box... for example we were supposed to get kiwi, Mike and I really do not eat kiwi so we could substitute Avocados for them, yummy! You can also order additional food from them like bread mixes, eggs, organic candies and chocolate, and additional fruit/veggies, for an additional cost. I am ordering a Bake At Home Multi Grain Bread to try. Normally for the Anchorage area the cost of a box is $40, however for your 1st order I found a coupon for $15. So $25 for all those veggies and did I mention they are all ORGANIC!! One of the reasons we are trying this one out is because they can deliver out in Kodiak when I am there this summer. Veggies and fruit out there are pricey so I think this is a good alternative.
Mike I love you so much and cannot believe this is the 9th birthday I have celebrated with you. I cannot believe we have been married for over a year already, and have been to so many places together. Thank you for putting up with me and Java! Love you
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This week has gone by crazy fast, but I am so ready for the weekend. Saturday we I am going to a movie with Samantha and then we have our Dinner for Nine group at night. Then Sunday is the "big game," we will be watching it at Samantha and Hans place. I am strangely making a Turkey to eat for 1/2 time... we got the turkey from our neighbors for Christmas, so i decided to make it, not sure what else I will make with it??
In other news I have found a different CSA type company to try out. It is called Full Circle Farms (http://www.fullcirclefarm.com/). This is what we are getting in our box to be delivered the 10th.
Veggies
1 bunch Broccoli
1 pound Roma Tomatoes
1.5 pounds Red Potatoes
2 each Yellow Onions
1 each Bunched Carrots
1 each Spinach
1.5 pounds Garnet Yams
1 pound Zucchini
2 each Hass Avocados
1 each Green Bibb Lettuce
Fruit
4 each Bosc Pears
4 each Pink Lady Apples
4 each Murcott Tangerines
Now I like this one a lot better so far, you can alter what you want in your box... for example we were supposed to get kiwi, Mike and I really do not eat kiwi so we could substitute Avocados for them, yummy! You can also order additional food from them like bread mixes, eggs, organic candies and chocolate, and additional fruit/veggies, for an additional cost. I am ordering a Bake At Home Multi Grain Bread to try. Normally for the Anchorage area the cost of a box is $40, however for your 1st order I found a coupon for $15. So $25 for all those veggies and did I mention they are all ORGANIC!! One of the reasons we are trying this one out is because they can deliver out in Kodiak when I am there this summer. Veggies and fruit out there are pricey so I think this is a good alternative.
1/15/2010
Happy Birthday Grandpa
Today is Grandpa's Birthday... We share a kinda of connection as I was born on his 1/2 birthday... I am a dork, I know. I forgot to send him a card... so here it is
7/15/2009
Twenty-three
I am twenty-three as of today. It seems a little weird to be that old, how did I grow up so fast? Some times I feel like I should still be in high school and other times I feel much older that the other 23 year olds around. Mike got me the Kayak for my birthday which I LOVE!! And also a nano ipod to use at work. Thanks Mike! When my parents were up in Alaska they got us a grill which we have been using and LOVE food tastes so much better on the grill! I have also received cards from my parents, my grandparents, Mikes grandparent (R & I) and have received many birthday wishes via text and facebook.
So this is what I am thinking on my 23rd birthday
I am so happy for all the people that I have in my life at this time!
I am thankful for all the people who have supported me to get me to where I am today.
I am thankful that in this economy that Mike and I both have jobs that we enjoy!
I am thankful for the beautiful weather we have been having in Anchorage thus far this summer.
I am thankful for Java!
I am thankful for Mike who would do anything for me and gets me through everything with laughter.
I am thankful that I have loving parents who support me.
I am thankful for coffee and chocolate which get me through a bad day.
I am thankful for the beautiful and diverse scenery that God created including Mountains, Rivers, Lakes and Prairies.
I am thankful for children and the joy they bring into the world.
I am thankful for clean water, a bed to sleep in, and having enough food to not go hungry.
I am thankful for the technology in this world that helps us stay connected with family, I do not know what I would do if I could not pick up the phone to call my parents, grandparents or a friend.
and finally ...
I am thankful for free stuff on your birthday
On your birthday/ before your birthday you can register at web sites and they will send you free coupons for your birthday here are my favorites.
Red Robin-free burger for your birthday (plus dessert) (http://www.redrobin.com/eclub/)
Cold Stone- free Like-it Creation for your birthday (http://www.coldstonecreamery.com/mycs/myCS_pub_home.aspx)
Baskin Robins- free2.5 oz scoop for your birthday (https://www.baskinrobbins.com/bdayclub/RegisterInfo1.aspx)
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