Our soggy day in Jackson, WY

Jordan and I spent a soggy day in Jackson, WY. We went to several art galleries and shops, ate lunch at Bob's, a great local diner, watched the wild west gun show they put on in the streets and spent most of our time trying to stay out of the downpour of rain that came in unexpectedly.

Legacy Flight Museum Air Show

Saturday morning Jordan and I got up early and went to the watch the Legacy Flight Museum air show. It was a free event for the city which as married college students we especially enjoyed. We went to the park, sat on a blanket and watched the airplanes twist and flip in the air. It was a great reason to get up early on a Saturday.

Darby Canyon

Jordan and I had planned a weekend to go to Jackson, WY. Our trip didn't turn out as planned but we had a really great time hiking in a beautiful canyon and spending time with our friends.



We went with a group of friends who wanted to stop in Darby Canyon to hike for awhile. On our drive to the canyon Jordan spots out of the corner of his eye, a farmer rolling his tractor. We immediatly stopped. Jordan and our friend Jake jumped out of the car, climbed the barbwire fence and help the unconscience man until police and an ambulance arrived. It was a small delay but we were glad that we were there and able to help someone in need.



By the time we got to Darby canyon it was later than we anticipated. We hiked for four hours. Jordan and I hiked to a waterfall and the rest of the group tried to hike to the wind caves at the top of the canyon. After hiking we were tired, cold, wet and hungry. We stopped at a local pizza restaurant and then headed back home.



I have to admit I was disappointed that we didn't make it to Jackson this weekend. But our detour was worth it.

Yellowstone National Park

Jordan, Kylee, her friend Jonah and I went to Yellowstone National Park on Saturday. We hiked around the park, saw Old Faithful, the mud pots, gesyers, waterfalls and then had a bbq lunch. It was a perfect day. We cant wait to go back.

Day at the zoo

This morning was the 5K race that I had signed up to run. While Jordan and I were driving I remembered that I had forgotten my inhaler. I walked over half the race before I started really struggling to breathe. I wasn't able to finish the race but I was proud that I got up early and went. It was a lot of fun.

After the race Jordan and I met Kylee and Jonah for brunch and then we all went to the zoo. It was such a fun morning.

Welcome to our family Beckham

Welcome to our family Beckham Lagrande.

Jordan and I were able to drive to Boise for the weekend and meet Beckham. He is so sweet and already adored by many. We love you Beckham.

We made it to the caves!

We found the ice caves! We spent the morning of my birthday exploring the caves. The floor of the caves was covered in a thick sheet of ice which made maneuvering a little tricky. We cant wait for it to warm up so that we can explore more.

Rexburg Ice Caves

This weekend Jordan, our friend Jake and I decided to spend the afternoon hiking. We set out to find the Civil Defense Ice Caves in Rexburg. The road were muddy and hard to drive through in some areas so our search was limited. We never found them but we did have a fun afternoon four wheeling and spending time together.

It was conference weekend and after listening to such inspiring talks Jordan and I went for a walk. It was such a nice day and created the perfect opportunity for us to talk, have fun and simply enjoy being together.

BYU-I Floor Hockey Champions

Jordans floor hockey team won the championship game on Wednesday night! It was a fun game to watch.

Jordan almost made it through the season unhurt but towards the end of the game he was slashed by the other team hurting his shin and ankle. He finished out the game but was sent home with an ice pack and trophy.

Flea Market

For Jordan's business class they were given a loan to create a small business. Jordan's team came up with the idea of a flea market. They charge each vendor for the price of reserving a table and marketing. The flea market has been the most successful business created this semester by far. Jordan did a really great job.

My friend Mallory and I reserved a table together to support Jordan and to make a little money. Mallory sold her photography and I sold neck ties, used CD's, books and my Dad's photography.

The ties and CD's were a hit and I made a hundred dollars profit! Jordan and I are returning next weekend to try for a second successful weekend.

One mans trash is another mans treasure.

Not too exciting but its my life.

This weekend Jordan and I invited some friends over for game night. We played UNO and a card game called Egyptian Rat Screw. Afterwards we all went for ice cream at the local dairy and then to our friend Rob's house to watch the movie Taken.

On Saturday morning I met Jordan on campus to go to the flea market that Jordan's business team put on for his class. It turned out great and looked like it was really successful.

We then drove to Idaho Falls and spent the afternoon reading books and magazines at Barnes and Noble, ate lunch at McDonald's (especially for Jordan) and then went to the store to get groceries.

We finished out the day by going to the laundry mat, making dinner and watching a movie.



Jordan was so excited about going to Walmart on a Saturday.

Adjusting to life in a small college town has been a challenge for me. I have to come to realize that life is pretty basic no matter where we live. We all go to work, spend time with the ones we love and try the best we can. You might as well enjoy it.

"As you walk your various paths, walk with faith. Speak affirmatively and cultivate an attitude of confidence. You have the capacity to do so. Your strength will give strength to others. Do not partake of the spirit so rife in our times. Rather, look for good and build upon it. There is so much of the strong and the decent and the beautiful to build upon. " Gordon B. Hinckley



The past few weeks I have been anxiously looking for a job in Rexburg. With a weak economy, limit on available jobs and hundreds of other married students in my exact position finding a job has been huge challenge.

I started applying at jobs that I liked or sounded interesting. This quickly moved on to any available jobs. Fast food, telemarketing, office assistants, I applied everywhere. With each week

that passed the bills kept piling up and our finances dwindling. I spent a lot of time crying, praying and becoming more and more overwhelmed at the situation. Finding a solution seemed to come down to the simple fact that if I couldnt find a job then I would either have to move while Jordan finished school or he would have to drop out and we move together.


This weekend my parents offered us a painting job in Boise as a way to earn some money. We of course accepted the offer and drove to Boise, Friday after Jordans last class. It was on this drive that I learned a great lesson. Jordan and I were discussing finances and our situation. He said that we were doing all that we could and all that has been asked of us. We needed to have confidence in our faith that the Lord would take care of the rest.

Not only did we earn enough over the weekend to cover our bills for the month but Monday morning I was offered a job in Rexburg. The timing, the pay rate, hours and location are too perfect to not be a blessing sent directly for my family. We feel so blessed.

It was Jordan's birthday so to celebrate we went to a movie and then I made him his favorite dinner. Steak with onions, spinach salad, potatoes and jello.

I married such an amazing man. He is fun to be with, always makes me laugh. He honors his priesthood and his devotion to making our family the best in can be. I love how he loves me exactly as I am.

Happy Birthday Jordan!!

Finding a job in the Rexburg area has been a challenge. It is very competitive for the two or three jobs hiring right now and a lot of people needing work. I haven't found a job yet and need all the good energy I can get sent my way.

My good friend Mallory just graduated college and is also having a hard time finding employment. We decided to get together for a girls night of bowling to have some fun.

We spent more time talking and less time focusing on bowling and both played horribly. We had a great time and it was just what we needed.

Jordan and I went to our first married student ward on Sunday. We are considered to be one of the "old" married couples in our ward married for an entire three months. Most of the couples in our ward have been married only a week or two.

Jordan and I are in our first home as a married couple! Our apartment is tiny (pictures can be very deceiving) but we love having our own home. The complex is across the street from school, has a gym, movie and game room and came furnished.

" Never forget that life can only be nobly inspired and rightly lived if you take it bravely and gallantly, as a splendid adventure in which you are setting out into an unknown country, to face many a danger, to meet many a joy, to find many a comrade, to win and lose many a battle. "Annie Besant