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Random Post Time!! I just had to do one today because I am 19 weeks on the 19th! Wowza, I really love numbers, don't I?? I am so excited that next week I'll be out of the teens, and half way through this long journey! We know our slug bug is a girl, but have yet to decide on a name... let me know if any of you have some fabulous suggestions!

Our Newest Addition

Well here is a random post for anyone that even checks my blog... I know it's been over a year, and a lot has happened- but this might get me started again. I might one day post pics of our wedding- yes, that happened 9-9-09, and of our house that we bought in November 2009. Wow- I am seriously a huge slacker! Anyway, here is our newest addition- Presley!! She is almost 12 weeks old, and a HUGE amount of work! Hopefully I'll survive potty training a puppy!

Valentine's Day -- Wink, Wink

Riley always makes Valentine's Day very special for me. This year he was being especially secretive and wouldn't give anything away. When I got home from work Thursday night, he casually informed me that I should pack a suitcase and that we needed to get up at 6:30 a.m. We arrived at the airport where I found out he was surprising me with a trip to Las Vegas!! I was soooo excited! After the flight we took a shuttle bus to our hotel- which turned out to be The Palazzo! I took some pics of the room because I've never stayed in such a plush suite.

The next day was Valentine's Day. We slept in, had some lunch, hung out at the hot tub... then Riley told me that I needed to be ready by 5:50 because he had another surprise. We headed down to the lobby and I found out that he had made reservations at the super fancy Morel's French Steakhouse. I was floored that he had pulled this all off without me knowing anything. We had the most fabulous dinner ever!! After dinner we headed back up to the room to exchange Valentine's cards. Our room was directly across from Treasure Island so we stood by the window and watched the fireworks show. And then.... for the grand finale of surprises....

HE PROPOSED!!!

So yes, ladies and gentlemen... we are officially engaged!!! The wedding date is

September 9, 2009.

Graduation Celebration Extravaganza!!!

Oh HAPPY Day!! As most of you know, Riley graduated last Friday with his Bachelors in Business Economics. It's been a long time coming, so you bet we were going to party like ROCK STARS!! Here's some pics of the blessed event. (The pictures of Riley walking and actually getting his diploma are too dark to see- sorry)


Here's Riley after walking and getting his diploma. Priceless!!


Riley with his Mom, Carol and Step-Dad Steve.


Riley with his sweet little Grandma.


Riley and his Dad, Dio.


Riley and the person to whom he owes his degree to! HA HA I know I'm exaggerating, but I think I should get some recognition too.


Ahhh, the sacred bottle of Johnny Walker Blue Label which Riley saved for 2 1/2 years- so he could drink it on graduation night. He had about half a glass...


The BOYS of the party!

We also went to dinner at the Warehouse Steak Company, but apparently we didn't take any pictures there. His Mom, Step-Dad and Dad were there, my Mom and Dad, Riley's brothers and sisters- Robbi, Tyler (and his girlfriend Bobbi Jo) Steven and Sydney, and our friends Mike, Derek and Chrissy. Thanks to everyone who couldn't be there, but sent cards to give their support and well wishes!

Veteran's Day

Since Tuesday was Veteran's Day, my super talented sister, Andrea made a lovely arrangement to put at my Grandpa Zweifel's grave. We met at the cemetery to show our respect. I forgot to take my camera, so hopefully she'll post some pics. My other Grandpa (who is still with us) is a Vet also. What an honor it is to have such great men in my life. Happy Veteran's Day!

...And I Cried Real Tears!!...

Ok, not real tears- but my most beloved football team, the Oakland Raiders, got completely smoked last night by that team from Denver. I will be a gracious loser and fully admit that my boys are in need of some serious work. Hopefully our QB will step up his game and maybe we could win a game in the next ten years. I still love my Raiders!! Go Team!!

Ok, Ok- I'll blog already!!!

I've Been Tagged By Annie Banannie! The Rules:-Link the Person who Tagged you-Mention rules on your blog-Tell about 6 quirks of yours-Tag 6 fellow bloggers to do the same-Leave a comment to let them know.
I TAG- Hollie. Sorry, I don't know 6 fellow bloggers- and tagging is just rude! hee hee

So, here's the 6 quirky things about me...

No. 1: I ABSOLUTELY HATE even numbers. I'm a total numbers freak. I count everything- objects, lines on the road, faces... you name it, I count it. And I do everything in 3's. I use 3 squirts of soap to wash my hands, then 3 paper towels to dry them. Yep- Super Freak!! (P.S. 9-9-09!!!)

No. 2: I'm just waiting for a completely tragic and bizarre accident to either kill or mame me. For example: when I'm standing at my kitchen sink, I just know that at any minute my knees are going to give out on me and I'll smack my face on the counter and knock out all of my teeth!! Don't laugh- it could really happen.

No. 3: I have a very strict bed time during the week. I must be in bed no later then 10:30, and believe me, if it's later then 10:30 I am NOT a happy camper!! To prove my point, let me expand on the subject. When Riley and I rent a movie during the week, we have to check how long it is so that we know the latest possible time we can start it for me to still be in bed by 10:30. Riley thinks the whole thing is ridiculous, but deals with it, because it's not changing!

No. 4: (another stupid even number) This is getting challenging... Some of my favorite things are monster truck events, drag racing, ultimate fighting, football (Go Raiders!!).... you know, the real "girly" things.

No. 5: Ok this is goofy and I can't believe I'm sharing this- but here ya go. When I read a book, i.e. Twilight, or The Confessions of a Shopaholic- I always get so consumed with the female character. What I mean is, I start thinking like that character, and talking in my head how I think they would sound. Hmmm, I'm not doing a very good job describing this, so if you want a more in depth explantion- call me! HA HA HA

No. 6: (Six is the number I HATE most of all)- Ok- I really am a wierd-o! My final quirky thing is that I can't stand certain words. I am NOT going to post the words I can't stand, because then some people (Andrea) think it's really funny to say them to me over and over and over.

So there ya have it!! Thanks Andrea- this was such a blast, and I'm sure everyone thoroughly enjoyed it! Oh, and I promise I'm going to do a catch up post some time soon, and then I'll try to post more regularly! Thanks