TO MY HUBS,

What do I love about you? Let me count the ways...

1. You crack me up. You are always saying something funny and off the wall. I love it!...Ceasar Millan :)

2. You love me and Jett so much. I love that you alwasy kiss us goodbye even when you are in a hurry and every time we talk on the phone you tell me you love me before hanging up...even in front of the guys at work

3. You like to watch kids movies with me. You never complain when I want to go see the newest Pixar movie or even disney movies. I know you secretly enjoy it...you don't even complain. My favorite, the new Ice Age, is just around the corner, prepare yourself!

4. You have the strongest testimony and an amazing knowledge of the gospel. You amaze me!

5. You love your family so much. Not just me and Jett but everyone. You would do anything for any one of them.

6. You try acting like a tough guy, but I know the truth. You're a softy

7. You want so much for me and Jett. Everything you do (most of the time...when sports aren't on tv, he he) is focused on making a better life for me and Jett. You work so hard so I can be at home with Monk. You're such a hard worker.

8. You are so cute with the neices and nephews...especially JayCee. You two crack me up when you are together.

9. You are so easy going (some times to a fault). Everything just rolls off your shoulders. You are so calm and collected all the time.

10. Last but not least, you are my husband and Jett's father. I love that you are mine and I am yours. Who would've guessed that we would be here today, celebrating our 3rd anniversary? Just over five years ago you were leaving on your mission and I was getting ready to wait the longest two years of my life. I fell in love with you before you left, while you were gone through our letters, and every day since you came home. I love you! Happy Anniversary.

Happy Anniversary to Us...

Chad and I snuck away Saturday to Sunday to celebrate our 3rd anniversary. He took me to the Anniversary Inn in Logan. I loved it. The room was amazing. We decided to stay in the "Lake Powell" Suite. It had cool built in stars on the ceiling and everything. It was pretty awesome. We loved it. I was a little...well, a lot nervous to leave my little boy for the weekend though. I had a rough time. For an entire year I haven't left him for longer than 3 hours at a time (just enough to see a movie). Seriously, that's been the longest span of time. I was struggling. But, I knew he was ok. We left Sat around 2:00 while he was taking a nap and Grandma Cheryl (Chad's mom) stayed with him. She took him to her house when he woke up and hung out until bed time. At bed time she, Raul and Nicole took him to our house to put him to bed. Nicole (Dustin's Fiance) stayed the night with him and when morning came she took him back over to Cheryl's to wait for us. I had so much fun being with Chad and just hanging out, but I was so so so excited to get home to our little man. But, just my luck...there was a blizzard coming down the canyon. Luckily, we made it through and made it to Monkey. Chad and I fought over who got to hold him first so we decided to race for it. I was pratically out of the car before Chad parked it. Needless to say, I won the race (Chad was trailing right behind me with good effort). It was so fun to see Jett's little face light up when he saw us. He was smiling from ear to ear. I loved it. We had a great time...I think we will have to make it tradition and pick a new fun room each time!...picture post is below :)

Anniversary Inn

First Haircut

This is the before of how long it was

Don't mind me, I'm not wearing any make-up and I look a little scary.

After the cut...looks a little sparse but better

We can now attempt to do his little hair...notice the cute fo-hawk

So, my little man doesn't have too much hair (despite his daddy's hispanic genes) but he does have a ton of hair in the back kind of like an old man would. You know, little on top but lots around the sides and back. We decided it was time he got it trimmed so it didn't grow into a mullet any more than it already was. So, my hair lady (Mollie at Tressez, she's great and I highly recommend her) cut his hair for us. Well, I wouldn't say cut but just trimmed up the back so it would grow evenly with the rest of his hair (hopefully soon). He was such a good little boy and let her do it with only minimal whining. He is such a good little boy.

Jerett Romero (a.k.a Jett)

I went into labor on Thurday March 13 at 5:30 pm but the little stink didn't come until 22 hours later on March 14, 2008 at 2:19 pm. I was so scared to have the epidural that I suffered through 5 hours of labor before I finally caved and let me tell you after that it was heaven. It took me a while to progress but eventually I did and it was time to have him but he wouldn't come. The doctor claims I am just too small and not built to have children (don't ask my why she didn't say something sooner???) so much to my disliking after 21 hours she wheeled me in for a c-section. I cried the entire way to the OR. It helped to have Chad sitting there holding my hand...it didn't help that when I looked at him it looked like he was going to pass-out or vomit. Crazy Guy! Jett weighed in at 8 lbs 5 oz and was 21 inches long. I didn't get to see my beautiful baby until an hour after he arrived. It was a long hour to wait but once I finally saw him I fell in love. He was so perfect. It felt so right having him there with me and Chad. He has brought so much to our lives. I was going to post pics of his first year but I am too lazy so I only dug out the first 5 months...that post is below. I love my sweet little baby!

Jett's first 5 months

JETT'S BIRTHDAY

I can't believe that my baby is 1 year old already. It is crazy. It has been the best year of our life. He is such a joy to be around. For his birthday we invited some friends and family for a party. Our condo isn't big enough for everyone so luckily our friend let us use her dance studio. Thanks Jenny! Chad and I call Jett monkey so of course we had a monkey theme. I made him a monkey head cake and banana shaped cookies. The party was decorated with brown and yellow. Jett even wore a monkey shirt. He looked so cute. He didn't really know what to think of the cake but after awhile he dove right in. It was pretty funny to see how messy he got. We had a monkey shaped pinata and I think if Jett could hold up the bat on his own he would've hit it. He wanted to so bad. Chad and I got him some clothes and toys but we also splurged and got him a power wheel school bus. He loves it. He has been zooming all around the house all morning. He got so many cute and fun toys and things from the guest. I feel so blessed to have so many people that support us. Thanks everyone for coming. It was a blast!!!! Picture Post is below...

Jett's Monkey Birthday

One Year Ago Today...

One year ago today I went into labor at 5:30 pm...oh, but don't get too excited. Today isn't Jett's birthday, he didn't grace us with his presence until 2:19 PM THE NEXT DAY!!! So, more to come on that...

I can't explain it, but I think this is hilarious

One day while Jett and I were playing I put his pants on his head and I couldn't stop laughing. He looked so freaking cute and he thought it was the funniest thing too! He was about 7 months or possibly closer to 8 months.

I watch my nephew Easton everyday and yesterday I decided to do it to him too! He is 7 1/2 months and he thought it was great. He is so stinking cute. I am one lucky lady to be able to hang out with these two studs all day. Love it! We have so much fun. Sometimes it gets a little boring and repetative so we have to shake it up by playing "dress up" by putting pants on their heads. Well actually, yesterday Jett shook things up for us too. He picked up a book and started banging Easton in the face (and body) with it. Poor little guy has a bruised cheek now. I feel so bad as I'm sure Jett would if he understood. I am sure it is just the first of many bruises they will inflict on one another. I'm going to have my hands full once Easton gets a little older. It will be pay back time...Jett better watch his back :)

Catching up on Jett

I HAVE SPRING FEVER BAD

I went outside to take out the garbage today and I couldn't believe how nice it is out there. It is a beautiful day and I am so so so ready for Spring and Summer. I can't take it any longer. Too bad the news estimates we will have more snow and rain. I think I am going to go take the boys for a walk...oh, the joys of spring!

I can't hold my tongue any longer...

I am not trying to be rude and in no way am I against President Obama, but I cannot stand how he (and his family) are considered celebrities. It drives me up the wall. They are on covers of magazines talking about their dog, Michelle is on the cover of Vogue...isn't there more pressing issues to discuss? And, I can't explain why, but it bugs that our Commander in Chief had the time to take in a Bulls game (courtside no less). All the perks of a celebrity if you ask me. He just sat their sipping his beer watching the game while the rest of us worry about how we are going to support our families (ok, an exaggeration, but you get my point). Seriously, I am not trying to say that just because he's president he can't enjoy himself. I think it's important to have personal time too. But, on the same hand he ran for president and he made certain promises and it's going to take a lot of time and attention to bring those promises to reality. Maybe being a celebrity and living the celebrity life should be put on the back burner (???). In over a decade there hasn't been a president at an NBA game (maybe because they were too busy running the country?). He chose to run for president and upon winning he promised to dedicate his life (for at least four years) to this great nation. He chose that. His life is no longer just his. We look to him in time of crisis. It comes with the job. Give us that attention. Am I being unrealistic? No. I'm not naive. I understand how it works. I get it, I do. He's playing the game. I went to school for four years (PR degree) to learn how to be a smooth talker (even in time of crisis). I learned how to play the game. I get that he's coming across hip, new, innovative, and maybe even "down with it". He definitely has vision and is connected with the 21st Century. I get it. AWESOME! But, I am just sick of seeing them on the magazine racks with features about something that has nothing to do with running our country. I'll admit, it's refreshing to have a semi-younger president that is in tune with our generation. I like it. It's great. I just find it odd that they are so in tune with Hollywood and the likes. Ok, I will shut up now. Steve, if you happen to read this please don't come after me later!!!! I mean no harm or ill will. :)