33 Years and counting

Scott and I celebrated our 33rd wedding anniversary yesterday. It amazes me that we've been married that long....it doesn't seem like that much time has passed. I feel so fortunate to have a man like him in my life. After all this time, he's still the only one for me. I love being with him, I enjoy sharing experiences together, and I'm still wild about the guy. I realize how fortunate I am, or should I say blessed? We get along so well, it's so unbelievable how blessed we are, and we truly recognize and appreciate those blessings. Heavenly Father has been kind to us, and we're so grateful for His influence throughout the years.
Last February, we had the opportunity to go to San Francisco for work, and we were able to see the show Wicked for the first time. I had heard great things about it and loved every minute of it. Afterwards, I enjoyed being able to re-live the experience through the Wicked soundtrack I'd been given. After months of enjoyment, I was ready to go back and see it again. For our anniversary, Scott and I went back to San Francisco and saw Wicked...and I loved it all over again. This time, I was able to watch closely to each and every aspect of the production, as well as sing along to the music. It was so great, and I am so happy I was able to be there one more time before they close in September.
I have to say, I'm pretty spoiled. If I want something, I usually get it. Scott has been really generous over the years, and although I'm not an extravagant person, I'm grateful for his generosity and love. I hope we have many, many more years to share and enjoy one another. Happy Anniversary my love.

That's Not Fair!!!

I'm a little bit peeved right now, and I need to blow off some steam. I've been going a little stir crazy lately waiting for my job to start in August. It seemed as if the days were dragging by. So, I ended up calling my new employer to touch basis and find out the details of my employment. I left a voice mail message, and two days later, I got a return call. The gentleman (and I use that term loosely) who hired me a month and a half ago called me back and basically told me that the job he offered me was no longer available, and I should continue my job search!! WHAT?? I was in shock at what he was saying, and ended the phone call with a very timid 'okay, thank you'. But the more time I had to digest it, the more upset I became. I can't believe a company would tell you that you have the job, ask you to wait to start for a month and a half, then just say 'never mind'!!! I keep trying to tell myself that it's not a big deal. I only applied because the job seemed so perfect, and I wasn't actually going to start looking till after the baby came, and maybe not at all, if our new business needed my attention. That is a really poor way to run a business.

So now, I have looked once again to see what jobs are available out there. I haven't come across anything that is quite as perfect as this one...but I'll keep looking. I know that my Heavenly Father has something in mind for me, and so I'm comforted with that thought. I'm trying to stay busy, once again, but there's only so much time taken up with looking on-line for jobs and checking my email. I'm reading like crazy and have really enjoyed the books written by LDS authors. They are so uplifting for me and many times educational. I have been able to buy quite a few good books at the Deseret Thrift Store both here and in Utah, and I've probably gone through close to 50 books by now. I'm trying to keep a positive outlook. One good thing to come out of this is that I was really hoping to be able to travel with Scott to Los Angeles and visit my dad, and I didn't think I'd be able to - beginning a new job. Now, unless something changes very quickly, I think I'll be able to do that. Hey, maybe if I'm still out of commission in September, I'll try to get in a visit to Disneyland and
Disney's California Adventure (one of my favorite places on earth)!!

Checking in!!

As you can see, it's been awhile since I've updated my blog. The reason for this is the birth of my beautiful new Grandson, Tyson. I was able to go to Utah for 2 1/2 weeks to help take care of Porter, when my new Grandson arrived. He came to the world on June 21st, 2010 weighing in at 7 lbs. 0 ozs. and was 20 inches long. I have to let you in on a secret....I discovered that I was really nervous about the delivery of this sweet baby, because I knew 'my baby' was going in for surgery. The closer the date of arrival came, the more apprehensive I was. Surgery isn't something small, and the thought of my daughter going under the knife was difficult for me. I prayed a lot for the surgeon, my daughter and my grandson, and my prayers were answered. Isn't he just the most adorable little guy?? Here's a picture of him right after he was born:


I had a great visit with Stacy, Jared, Porter and Tyson. I was also able to spend time with Jeff, as well as Scott and Kyle who came for the birth a bit later. We missed having Robbie there, but we were grateful he was home taking care of the house and the dogs. He has two jobs which made leaving difficult.

We had the opportunity to attend the semi-annual Porter Family Reunion. Scott, myself, Jeff and Kyle all attended, as well as Scott's Mom, sister, nephew Kevin and his wife Sara and son Kade. We were just a sprinkling of family members because Scott's mom was one of 13 kids, so you can imagine the numbers. Of the 13 kids, there are three still with us. Scott's mom, who's 94, Uncle Jay and Aunt Elaine. I don't know their ages, but they're somewhere close I'm presuming!! :)

Just prior to leaving for Utah, I got a call regarding a job. Because I've been on unemployment, I've been looking out for jobs so I could truthfully say I was actively looking. BUT...I wasn't planning on getting serious until after the baby came. But when I saw this job description (A/P, Property Mgmnt. Yardi software, in Folsom) it was as if I wrote the perfect job for me. I sent a resume' and went for a job interview a couple weeks before leaving, but thought I didn't get it since I hadn't heard anything. Then, a couple days before my flight out, they called and offered me the job. There has been a hold on a property they were acquiring, so the job is on hold until August, but it's mine for the taking. I need more details, but I was happy to be offered the position on the first (and only) job I applied for.

In the meantime, I'm enjoying my time off. I have been spending my time sunning, and reading, and relaxing as best I can. I'm actually getting some color on my legs that I don't have to wear stockings to church anymore. Oh, and speaking of church....I was just called to the Young Women's President. I am excited about that because I love the Young Women in our ward, and enjoy the program very much. Guess my blogspot name of "Trying to stay busy" will soon change for me. Whoo Hoo.