The Joy's of Computers...

So after years and years of loyalty my computer has had it!! Recently the screen just stays black, but the rest of the computer is running just fine!

I was really peeved when this happened, I had all my shreddingbetty stuff on that computer, loads of awesome tunes, and of course all my HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS! How am supposed to do finals?! I mean sure yeah I can go over to Sue Sue and Hectors, so I am not at a complete loss, but just having everything at the convenience of home is...just well..convenient!

Jamie hooked up our laptop to our tv in the living room. And everything seems to be running just fine, I am transfering all my goods to a USB to put on my new laptop!

Before we figured out this little trick of our tv, we were using a backup laptop of ours, Bryce was just going to huck it, and we said nah, we will take it! It is slower than molasses, but better than nothing!!

We went shopping the other day for laptops, I think we have it narrowed down to 2! The HP Pavillion dv6 and the HP HDX 16 (My personal fave!!) It has 6GB Ram, and 500 GB internal drive :O) HECK YES!!! Go big or go home! And it has a lovely 17 inch wide screen, and of course all the newest latest features on could ask for!! I has a pretty neat thumb scanner you use to login to your computer, so no one else can, like we need it...but it's neat am I right?

It's gonna cost a pretty penny, but oh so worth it! We are leaving for Oregon on Tuesday, so we just plan on buying one there when we visit ( No sales tax! )

It certainly has been interesting to see how I have had to adapt to not having my computer function for a few days...indeed, I actually did not adapt, I was pathetic, I moaned and groaned everyday...

In this day and age computers are everywhere, everyone has one, and I for one seriously had my LIFE on this puppy. All of my snowboarding internship pieces, college work, and networking is all on computers, without one, I would have a hard time getting anything done!!

I am thankful for the convenience that computers provide, hopefully it will be at least another 7 years before this one goes out!!! Ugh!

"Running is a mental sport...and we're all insane!"

Crystal and I have been training our buns off these days. We are planning on running a half marathon in April, and doing a triathlon in May. I want to also run a 10k in June, and another half marathon in Sept.

So far so good! I haven't been diligently running for a while- before the holiday season last year I was running on average 25 miles a week. Getting back into running wasn't as hard as I thought it was gonna be, it probably helps that I kept doing my other workouts!!

I am not too sure how my training will pay off on such short notice of the marathon, but heck, I don't really care at this point, it is just a starting point! Something to keep me motivated to keep running!

If there who would like to join us is this quest, please do let us know, we would love to have ya!

Things have been going smooth our way. I got another raise at work!! I work hard, and it is acknowledged for once!! I am very thankful for the amazing boss that I have- couldn't find one better!!

Jamie and I have finally gotten our taxes done!! Boy am I happy to see those numbers! On top of that, the Government is giving out a $7000 loan if you were a first time home buyer in 2008. It is interest free, and they just take a bit out of your taxes each year until it is paid back.

We haven't quite figured out how we want to spend it. Some for the remodel, maybe a bit towards my Jeep, and of course, my favorite part...just plain ole spending it on us!!

VACATION!! Jamie and I have been trying to figure out where we would like to vaca to. It is a tougher process than I thought!! So many choices! Can't I have em all????

We will be able to have a mini vaca the end of this month. We will be going to Oregon for a week to visit my family!! It has been too long! It will be awesome to see them all, and to be able to be there on my lil sis's bday!!

Home Improvements!

Finally we have begun our little project! Our down stairs is where we have our master bedroom/bath. When we bought our house, this was the only part that was not finished.

We haven't gotten very far, but it is just the beginning!! We are halfway done with framing the walls, we have just the shower part done so far...and by golly...it is gonna be a huge shower!

We have been getting some great ideas from Jamie's family!
This is where our shower will be, we have some pretty stellar ideas for a double headed shower, with a nice bench in the far back, with a archway entrance!


This is where the bathroom will be. The past owners, had some really weird layout with a wall built in the middle, and it had what looked like where a window may go? Hard to explain, but we just couldn't find a need for it, so we knocked it out and expanded the bathroom here to this area.

I helped Jamie build one wall so far...yay! GO ME! haha I do intend to help more..I am very thankful to have a handy hubby. He has learned so much from his family when it comes to building homes, and home repair. It is awesome! He reminds me very much of my dad! :O)


This here is the area just to the left of the bathroom, this is where our walk in closet shall be.
This is the on the far opposite side parallel to the closet. This is where we will most likely place our bed, and then to the right dressers, and a rocking chair of course...Jamie insists!!! haha

My favorite store is now Home Depot!! I used to dread walking around all day with my dad, I only enjoyed it because I liked the smell when I was younger...but now..who ever thought that picking out toilets, tile, and fixtures could be so much fun!!!?

On another note, my snowboarding competition went great! I places fourth, and got to meet and hang with some pros! I met a bunch of really awesome gals, who I plan on boarding with whenever the chance arises!

This here is Professional Snowboarder Iris LazzareschThis is the pro in the comp that I competed against, she is uber chill and down to earth!!!








It was a great experience for myself!! Still surreal that it even really happened! I plan to continue to compete a bit, just to see if I really like it. I do have a competitive edge, but when it comes to snowboarding...that is a bit different. So far I think I just enjoy the ride, cruising with hubby and friends, enjoying nature. The more I venture into the snowboarding industry, the more I see the politics of it all, which kinda sucks the life outta ya!! Oh well!??

As for my pup Summit..he now weighs 120 lbs...yes 120. I myself weigh 109..you do the math...HUGE! He is only 8 months, so not even close to being full grown!! WOWZA!

We will be taking him to Oregon the end of this month to visit my family. My mom breeds and sells miniature horses. Not ponies, not Shetlands. But miniature horses, there is a difference...go google it!

The smallest FULL GROWN mini that my mom owns is 26 inches high. Summit TOWERS over this lil dude, I plan on taking pics of the two of them side by side.. I can't wait to share the pics!!