2014 --> 2015

Has it really been a year since I wrote on my blog?! Shame on me... Where did 2014 go?

When the end of year comes to a head, you constantly hear of people and the "new year resolutions". I am definitely one of those that gets all into setting goals for the year.

The other night, Jeff and I sat down and brainstormed what our goals for 2015 were. We had three lists: an Andrea list, a Jeff list and then a combined list. One of the goals for me for 2015 is to be better about journaling. I don't have a journal that I write in, I use this as my journal. I am sincerely going to try to document our life better this year.

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2014 was a busy year. Jeff accepted a job as a graphic designer at a local company. To say he loves it is an understatement. He is extremely talented at what he does and definitely has a gift. He stays busy with school and side projects. That guy never ceases to amaze me. He will graduate this spring -- hallelujah!

I am still working at my Credit Union -- 6 1/2 years and still going strong! I am officially working out of our main office. The hour drive is long and sometimes scary... but ya do what'cha gotta do! And right now, it's what we have to do. I feel I am learning so much about my company and definitely have a greater respect for my boss and all that he does.

Our pups are as adorable as ever. Little Bear (LB) is a little tank and weighs 17 pounds. I am pretty sure he is one of the most adorable pups I have ever seen. Hurley gave us a scare and ran away from home -- oy! When he came home I was so mad and so happy all at the same time. 

We have blessed to live in this great neighborhood surrounded by great neighbors and friends. We made it a goal to make friends with the new and younger couples in our church ward. It is kinda an awkward transition from the singles ward where there is something going on all the time, to a family ward. Especially because usually newly weds in our area are still going to school and don't usually have kids yet. It has been such a blessing because we have made some cherished friends this year. Lifelong friends if you will!

I know it is past Christmas, but our card this year was pretty darn cute if you ask me. (Thank you, Jeff!) We hope everyone had their "selfie" a Merry Christmas. Until next year!

My Christmas Puppy

I got surprised with a PUPPY for Christmas this year. My husband knows me too well. After a couple days we finally decided the name, Little Bear. He is so adorable and full of personality. Hurley... took a few days to adjust. He disowned me actually, and it completely broke my heart. But then he got over it and enjoys his momma's love more than ever.

I love the pups with all my heart.

Balloons and Year 2

For most of our anniversary day I was working with my internship company. However, the evening we spent trying a new restaurant and starting a new tradition. We bought 3 balloons to write our goals on for this next year of marriage. One balloon for Jeffrey, one balloon for me and the third we would use to write our goals to work on together.

It was a great evening to spend with my husband. My husband of one whole year! I am so grateful for him and all we have been through this year. I am even more grateful that I get to share all the good and bad that life hands us with him. It is hard to remember what life was like before Jeffrey was in it. Happy anniversary to my sweetheart.

8.10.12 --> Eternity.

One Year

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Oh my, I have hardly documented our first year of marriage. But goodness we have had some good times!

I have never been one to cry often. Yes, I cry during movies, when my hormones are all over the place with the time of the month, or when something tragic happens. But all of a sudden when I got married I didn't have to be "Miss, Keep-it-together--be-independent--you-gotta-be-strong--suck-it-up-you-can't-have-weaknesses," anymore. It was a like a light switch flipped and I had someone to protect me and I could be vulnerable, I don't always have to be strong.

And the even cooler thing, neither does he!

Jeffrey has been such a rock this past year. I have made some courageous decisions to better our marriage. I have even had my first ever panic attack. He has seen me at my most vulnerable moments and he loves me even more.

Year #2 is already starting off at full force. We had our house for sale, and within 2 days it was under contract... we still have yet to find a house.

I'm grateful for the adventures we have ahead. And I am even more grateful that this handsome fella is who I get to experience them all with.

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For those of you who still follow this little blog, I am so sorry I have been the worst updater this year. I am working on changing that today. Jeff and I have been married for almost a year and not much of our "first year" has been documented. 

I got an internship with SelectHealth and am excited to get started on my hours. One week from today I'll be starting!

We are wrapping up the semester this week. (I am finished, Jeff is still finishing one class).

We have painted half of the top floor of our house and are excited to keep going!

Jeff is the YM Secretary in our ward & I am the Teachings For Our Times Relief Society teacher.

Hurley is as dang cute as ever!

Jeff just turned 25 & we had a little party for him. :)

Being married is awesome. I love my husband so much. He takes such good care of us.

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