It's always an adventure when we move

It seems like every time we move, it is always an exciting adventure. We woke up early on Monday September 17th and got ready and went to pick up the U-haul.  It was raining all day, off and on heavy showers and then random down pours.  Jason and I began packing our U-haul and then some of the men from our church showed up to help.  One of the men from our ward really should be a pro packer/mover because he knew where to place everything so it all fit nice and snug. We were able to pack everything in about two hours.  Unfortunately we were not done.  We are moving in two phases:  Moved out of our apartment to a U-Haul and then had to go to a depot where our pod was and had to pack that to be shipped to Virginia.  

As I said, it was raining all day, so by this time Jason and I were wet from the rain.  Since it was raining as we packed our pod we got really soaked.  There was no place to really put out our things to organize it. So, we slowly packed the pod and moved things between the pod and the truck.  As we were packing the pod Jason's knee popped and he was in pain. Luckily, nothing serious happened.  Jason powered through it and after a few hours we were done packing our pod and headed back to our apartment in Murfreesboro to get passed off for the cleaning check.   We both  have cars so we drove our cars which had things in it to a hotel we had for the night and began our drive to Virginia Tuesday morning.We followed each other as we drove for six hours the first night to Roanke, Va and spent the night in a hotel there.  Wednesday Sept 19th we arrived in Fairfax, VA and unpacked our cars and signed our lease.  Jason's uncle and aunt live close by so we stayed there for a few days till our furniture and things came that Friday.  

Friday Morning we went to pick up a U-haul and unpacked our pod at the depot.  Jason's Uncle and aunt helped us unpack the pod and then helped us move into our apartment. Our new place is on the 3rd floor and is a pretty nice apartment.  After walking up and down the stairs many of times I was out of breath.  This new place is going to whip me into shape.  Jason was under the weather so he almost passed out on me.  It was a little scary for a bit.  Our couch was a pain, it took lots of effort to get it into the door. Our entrance has a little turn that is weird but luckily Jason's Uncle knew how to get around it and get the couch in.  

We are excited about the new place.  There is a Cafe Rio across the street!!! I have not had Cafe Rio in Tennessee so I only get it once a year when we go to Utah for Christmas.  there is also a grocery store, 7-11, Ross, Marshalls and other stores across the street too.  Jason's mom and brothers came to help us unpack and helped us get a table, coffee table, dresser and a desk.    It will be nice to be closer to family.  As we unpacked the table it was all scratched up so we had to go get a new one. It is always an adventure. 

Pictures will be coming soon.  The home is put together but not quite enough to post final pictures of what it looks like.   We are getting settled into the new place and love the area and our new ward.  There very nice.  I had a few job interviews so we will hope to hear back from them soon.  Jason starts work on October 1st.  He will be taking the bus to the metro and the metro stops right by his work.  It will be a good thing. 

We got the Job and are moving!!!!

I just want to start out by thanking everyone for all the prayers on our behalf.  They were felt and greatly appreciated.  As most of you know Jason has been looking for a more permanent job for many months now.  We both graduated in May and were ready to move on to see what the future held for us.  After many phone interviews and a few in person  interviews and a few rejections....we finally got the call we were hoping to hear from.  We went to Arlington, Virginia for what we thought was a job offer for the Arlington County Human Resources Compensation Analyst position, but it ended up being a more in depth in person interview.  They told Jason that they would let him know their final decision in a week. 

We were both a little distraught but we went apartment hunting just in case it worked out.  We found many we liked and decided we wanted to live more in the suburbs. The cities down there are a little faster paced than we are used to. On August 29th Jason got a phone call saying they wanted to offer him the job.  He called me and I was in shock, and I said that we should say YES!!!! So, we did and feeling very blessed by our Heavenly Father. He really does listen to our prayers and loves each one of his children.  Many times answers do not come right away but they will come in God's timing. 

Unfortunately the apartment we really liked had bad reviews.  So we found another one and Jason's mom went to check it out and said it was nice. So, we put in an application and they are saving it for us.  We will be moving out of our apartment here in Murfreesboro, TN on Sept 17th.  We started packing and I am having mixed emotions. I am excited to see what the future holds but Murfreesboro has been a good place for us and it will be hard to leave but with faith I am moving forward.  We are packing up a U-haul and taking it to a depot in Nashville where we will be packing a pod that the company will ship for us.  Jason and I will drive separately but following each other in our cars to Virginia and do the same thing there.

This should be a fun adventure.  It will be an experience but I am so grateful that we have a full time job and will be closer to family.  Thanks again for all your prayers and kind words.

Mrytle Beach Family Reunion 2012

We took a much needed vacation to Mrytle Beach, South Carolina for a Family Reunion on Jason's mom's side.  We were gone for a week July 20-28th.  We began our drive to Greenville, SC and celebrated our 2 year wedding anniversary eating Great Steak at a mall and stayed the night there.  Our anniversary landed on the day we were meeting everyone so we celebrated early. Saturday we drove to Mrytle Beach and went to the grocery store. It was crazy, everyone was shopping and arriving that day.  It was nice to see everyone again. The last time we were all together was at Jason and my wedding. Sunday we had a small devotional and squeezed 32 people in one room.  As a family we all spent the day at the beach and relaxed, which was needed for me.  

Monday we went to the beach and shopping at Tanger Outlets. Jason and I find deals and got two polos for $10.  Monday night we tie dyed shirts and had a competition going that Grandma and Grandpa Fairholm were going to be the judges.  Tuesday night we had game night which was so much fun.  We were divided up in teams and rotated.  I got to play catchphrase and one of Jason's cousins was so hilarious trying to explain words.  He would say half of the word and try and get us to say it.  I was laughing so hard my stomach hurt.  Wednesday night, as a family, all 32 of us went to Medieval Times. We were assigned the green knight, Lord temple. It was so fun. It was a dinner and a tournament.  Thursday afternoon we went mini golfing in this molten mountain. Jason of course won, mini golf is not my thing but I have fun doing it.  

Thursday evening the adults went to dinner at a great seafood restaurant. It was really good. Friday night we took family photos and enjoyed each others company.  It was a fun vacation and we had a blast.  

Entrance of Medieval Times

Jason and I with our crowns

Mrytle Beach

Jason and I on the beach

Our heart in the sand

Tournament

Lord Temple, the Green Knight

 

Two Year Anniversary

On July 21, 2010 I married my best friend.  I cannot believe we have been married for two years now.  Our anniversary landed on the first day of a family reunion on Jason's side.  So, we celebrated the day before.  We were driving to Mrytle Beach, South Carolina and spent the night in Greenville, SC.  It was a little town that was nice.  

We ate at Great Steak sandwich place in the mall and enjoyed spending time together.  Jason got me the new Zumba 2 game for the Wii, a sweet card and a Caramello bar. I helped pay for some new dress shoes for his work.  I am so happy that I married my best friend and that we can have fun doing whatever.  It has been a great two years and I look forward to many years ahead.  

Faith, prayers and love

I have to say I am grateful for trials even though they test your faith and stretch you. Luckily, I have my best friend and husband Jason by my side.   We have both been graduated for a few months now and luckily the place that Jason did his assistant ship kept him beyond graduation. Jason has been applying to many jobs and has had many interviews but no job offers yet. He has so much to offer and I know the right job is out there and we just have not found it yet. 
 
 We are trying to be patient and keeping our faith and trusting in the Lord to place a job in our path.  It has been very comforting to know that someone like the Lord is in charge of my life and if I just trust in him that he will provide a path for us and our future.  Thank goodness we have both had jobs to support ourselves. 


 We are both ready to move on and excited to see what the future has in store for us. Thank you to all our family and friends for your support and prayers.  I know we feel them and it is what gets us through trials. Many times I have felt like this lamb in the arms of our Savior. I can feel his arms around me.

CMA Fest 2012

River Front Stage

 This year we went to to Country Music Association Festival that happens for four days in downtown Nashville. We spent all day Saturday June 9th at the festival.  This year it was hot but not as hot as years past.  We went and enjoyed ourselves.  There was free ice cream, Jack in the box burgers, free t-shirts, and free give aways.  

We also had fun in the Play Station truck. After a few hours we spent many hours playing NHL 2012. It was very cool.  We spent time in this crowd listening to free music on the river front.  It was a full house and very fun. Unfortunately, we did not get to go to the concerts at night but its okay. They were sold out pretty fast this year. Jason and I had fun and it was all for free.  It was bitter sweet time because we may not be in Nashville next year for this if a job offer takes us elsewhere.  We love Nashville and all of the country music it has to offer. 

My Preschool Job for Two Months

A few weeks after graduation I was offered a job at a preschool with three year olds.  It was a great experience and I loved the kids I worked with.  I learned that three year olds have a lot of energy and how to change pull ups.  I had never done that before. I learned to teach with a curriculum that was made for me and come up with crafts that dealt with the subject we were learning.  I loved the children and the sweet things they would say like, " I want to go to your house and play." It was so sweet. 

Unfortunately after two months I had to leave because it was not quite the right fit for me.  But, I am so grateful for the people I meet and the sweet children I was able to meet.

The Logo of my past job