TODAY WAS WONDERFUL AT SCHOOL! We made new seating charts for the kids, and enforced them, and today the students were so on task! Probably also due to the fact that parent/teacher conferences were last night, but I don't care. My classes did beautifully today!
The Vanderhorst Family
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Another Successful Valentine's Day!
Hello Hello!
Happy Valentines day to all of you! I've been thinking a lot about mine and Grant's Valentine's history together if you will and it's been different every year.
2010
This was about 2 weeks after we went on our first date so we were just barely dating, but I was also going on dates with a few different people. The weekend of Valentine's Day I was actually on a date with another person. Good guy, but I couldn't help but think of Grant the whole time. When I came home from my date (with a different guy, mind you--and Grant knew I was on a date) I walked into my bedroom to find a vase of red roses from Grant with a very sweet note. Grant was very patient with me and let me date around, but was never hesitant to let me know he was thinking of me :) I knew at that time that I met a very special person and would be lucky to have the chance to date him.
2011
This was about 3 months after we were married. I remember Grant and I had both had a long day of classes and were pretty worn out (or at least I was). He was home before me, and I came home to find the apartment all cleaned, dinner in the oven, and a vase of red roses for me on the kitchen table. The thing about Grant is that it's not just on Valentine's Day that he does romantic things for me. He'll randomly bring me flowers and is always willing to help around the apartment and especially help cook dinner.
This Year
This year was yet again another successful Valentine's Day! Grant and I are coming up on our 15 month anniversary next week (it sounds better saying 15 months than a little over a year haha) and I can't believe how much has changed. I thought I loved Grant when we were dating, then when we were engaged, then when we got married. I thought I loved him last year. We've been through so much and even though we're still very young and new at being married, our love has grown deeper each day and we're so grateful for each other! Enough about the romance though--Grant got me a rose-gold watch and the beautifully restored edition of Pride and Prejudice (the one with Colin Firth)! I just about flipped when I opened the movie--I've been wanting that for a while. I got Grant a few gifts that went along with 10 reasons why I loved him (some of those include bacon, snickers, Rich Dad Poor Dad (the boy's a nerd), and some other pretty funny gifts). As wonderful as all of these gifts are, the greatest gift of my life has been having a wonderful husband by my side. I'm excited to spend the rest of forever with my best friend.
Happy Valentines day to all of you! I've been thinking a lot about mine and Grant's Valentine's history together if you will and it's been different every year.
2010
This was about 2 weeks after we went on our first date so we were just barely dating, but I was also going on dates with a few different people. The weekend of Valentine's Day I was actually on a date with another person. Good guy, but I couldn't help but think of Grant the whole time. When I came home from my date (with a different guy, mind you--and Grant knew I was on a date) I walked into my bedroom to find a vase of red roses from Grant with a very sweet note. Grant was very patient with me and let me date around, but was never hesitant to let me know he was thinking of me :) I knew at that time that I met a very special person and would be lucky to have the chance to date him.
2011
This was about 3 months after we were married. I remember Grant and I had both had a long day of classes and were pretty worn out (or at least I was). He was home before me, and I came home to find the apartment all cleaned, dinner in the oven, and a vase of red roses for me on the kitchen table. The thing about Grant is that it's not just on Valentine's Day that he does romantic things for me. He'll randomly bring me flowers and is always willing to help around the apartment and especially help cook dinner.
This Year
This year was yet again another successful Valentine's Day! Grant and I are coming up on our 15 month anniversary next week (it sounds better saying 15 months than a little over a year haha) and I can't believe how much has changed. I thought I loved Grant when we were dating, then when we were engaged, then when we got married. I thought I loved him last year. We've been through so much and even though we're still very young and new at being married, our love has grown deeper each day and we're so grateful for each other! Enough about the romance though--Grant got me a rose-gold watch and the beautifully restored edition of Pride and Prejudice (the one with Colin Firth)! I just about flipped when I opened the movie--I've been wanting that for a while. I got Grant a few gifts that went along with 10 reasons why I loved him (some of those include bacon, snickers, Rich Dad Poor Dad (the boy's a nerd), and some other pretty funny gifts). As wonderful as all of these gifts are, the greatest gift of my life has been having a wonderful husband by my side. I'm excited to spend the rest of forever with my best friend.
Monday, January 2, 2012
Christmas Festivities!
Grant and I had a wonderful Christmas this year! We were down in St. George with his family for about a week and it was a lot of fun! We went to the temple together, we played walleyball, lots of settlers, rummikub, and back-alley bridge. It was fun to be with all the Vanderhorst kiddos! It was also a great time for us to remember the Savior and remember that no matter what gifts we received, the best gift we could receive is the gift of the atonement and the opportunity we now have to return to our Father in Heaven because of the Savior. I love this time of year and how much closer I feel to my family and to the Savior.
Now, what I am about to say may shock some of you, but we ACTUALLY BROUGHT OUR CAMERA THIS TIME! Not only that, BUT WE ACTUALLY TOOK PICTURES! Unbelievable, right?! So, enjoy the pictures!
Now, what I am about to say may shock some of you, but we ACTUALLY BROUGHT OUR CAMERA THIS TIME! Not only that, BUT WE ACTUALLY TOOK PICTURES! Unbelievable, right?! So, enjoy the pictures!
We went to temple square with Stephen and Emily before we left for St. George. Such pretty lights!
We were helping the kids make their own gingerbread Santa sleighs. Costco=genius!
The kiddos were really excited to open the gifts from grammy and gramps!
Carly's new scriptures for her mission to Cape Verde
Paula wanted to make sure Carly didn't have an excuse to not write home ;)
My new boots that I picked out and bought on Black Friday. I was excited to finally get to wear them!
Grant got a new shirt, tie, and dress pants
We didn't realize how much Mom and Dad love Tetris! So we got it for them :)
Cartigan=DownEast Basics. And yes, I picked this out as well :)
Grant was super excited about the tools he got for our grill!
This boy knows me WAY too well! I love this movie!
A WhirleyPop popper from Stephen and Emily! Thank you both so much! We've already used it a ton.
Grant was sick of me always borrowing his IPOD to workout, so he bought me my own little IPOD shuffle! Very nice to not have to lug around a huge ipod. Sucker holds 500 songs! Perfect for working out.
Overall, it was a great Christmas. I will say, it was very hard to be away from my own family. I did shed a few tears on Christmas--I didn't realize how much I would miss my family. But, I was happy to spend time with Grant's family and get to know them even better. I have such great in-laws and really feel like I'm a part of their family now.
Happy New Year! May 2012 bring lots of joy and happiness!
Friday, December 2, 2011
I never thought it would come
So, I was walking around BYU's campus the other day and it really hit me--this is my last semester of classes. I won't be walking to classes every day. I won't have to fight for a parking spot. I actually get to begin teaching; something I've been working so hard to get for the last 4 years.
I have been attending school for the last 17 years and I will no longer be a student in just 5 short months. As I was pondering this I thought back on my school experience (elementary school through college) and had so many sweet memories of teachers, friends, graduations, and so much more. I never thought I'd say this, but I'm so grateful for school. It's helped me become the person that I am today and helped me reach my goals of becoming a teacher. I know school is tough and hard and I've mumbled about it many many times, but I'm so grateful for this opportunity that I've had. I entered this school to learn, and BYU has helped me have the tools I need to go forth to serve. I'm excited to finally say this: I'M A COLLEGE GRADUATE!
Thanksgiving!
Just a quick post about our Thanksgiving--yes, we forgot our camera...again haha! We spent it with my family and then the next day went down to St. George to be with Grant's family for a few days while Carly went through the temple. Yes, this is a short post. But I'm a busy girl.
Sunday, November 20, 2011
1 Year Anniversary!
Happy 1 year to us! This past year has been a wonderful and full of a lot of love, laughter, and joy. I will say, the first year is definitely an adjustment, but Grant and I have loved getting to know each other better and look forward to growing closer together throughout eternity.
Celebration Time!
We went up to Park City on Friday night to Saturday afternoon, and it was great! It was nice to be able to sit in our hotel room and relax a bit. We were able to watch Hurricane High School win the Utah 3A State Title, a couple other football games, some movies, and we also went around downtown Park City for a bit and ate at a restaurant called the Blue Iguana. It was hands down the best Mexican food Grant or I had ever had. Ever. Best guacamole, best pulled pork, best burritos, it was amazing. We also went into a couple Christmas shops (Grant humored me) and we got a Christmas ornament. It's a tradition to get an ornament on our honeymoon/anniversary for our tree. When we got back to Provo we decorated for Christmas (again, Grant humored me) and then he surprised me with tickets to go see The Help (which made me laugh and cry--so good!) and then we went out to frozen yogurt afterwards. He got me a beautiful pearl ring, some earrings I have been eyeing, and some see's candy chocolate and roses. I got him some long john's and a Philadelphia Eagle's hoodie. Over-all it was a great anniversary. I am so grateful to be married to Grant. He makes me a better person, and I learn so much from him.
Celebration Time!
We went up to Park City on Friday night to Saturday afternoon, and it was great! It was nice to be able to sit in our hotel room and relax a bit. We were able to watch Hurricane High School win the Utah 3A State Title, a couple other football games, some movies, and we also went around downtown Park City for a bit and ate at a restaurant called the Blue Iguana. It was hands down the best Mexican food Grant or I had ever had. Ever. Best guacamole, best pulled pork, best burritos, it was amazing. We also went into a couple Christmas shops (Grant humored me) and we got a Christmas ornament. It's a tradition to get an ornament on our honeymoon/anniversary for our tree. When we got back to Provo we decorated for Christmas (again, Grant humored me) and then he surprised me with tickets to go see The Help (which made me laugh and cry--so good!) and then we went out to frozen yogurt afterwards. He got me a beautiful pearl ring, some earrings I have been eyeing, and some see's candy chocolate and roses. I got him some long john's and a Philadelphia Eagle's hoodie. Over-all it was a great anniversary. I am so grateful to be married to Grant. He makes me a better person, and I learn so much from him.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Quick Update!
Hello Everyone!
We're doing good, I just wanted to give a quick update on how we're doing.
Grant:
Grant's doing really well! He is taking 17 credits this semester and working 20 hours a week for the BYU gym facilities. That job has been really good for him because it's pretty low key so it allows him to do homework while working, which is really nice. This is his first semester in the business program and it's been keeping him plenty busy, but he's doing really well in all of his classes and working super hard. He's also on a flag football intermueral team! Not that I'm biased or anything, but he really is the best player on their team. He's very fast and incredibly good at defense. He's also serving as the Sunday School President right now which he enjoys and he's doing a marvelous job :)
Bekah:
I'm doing good! I'm only in 13 credits this semester and working around 25 hours a week at my customer support job I had this summer (but never fear, I'm quitting Dec 8th!). I won't lie, it's been a good job, but I'm ready to quit. But just like Grant, I have a pretty low key job that allows me to do homework, so it's been a really good deal. I won't be working during student teaching, so I figured the best time to quit would be before the holidays :) This is my last semester of classes, so all my classes are pretty time consuming, but I've really enjoyed all of them. I'm also serving as the Relief Society President and working in the temple. I won't lie, both keep me busy but we have such a wonderful ward who all work together, so they make my job really easy. Grant and I really do have a great ward and enjoy getting to know others in our ward. It's been fun to goof around with Grant in Ward Council and I'm grateful for the opportunities Grant and I have.
Ok, that's it for now. I'll try and be more diligent about blogging :)
We're doing good, I just wanted to give a quick update on how we're doing.
Grant:
Grant's doing really well! He is taking 17 credits this semester and working 20 hours a week for the BYU gym facilities. That job has been really good for him because it's pretty low key so it allows him to do homework while working, which is really nice. This is his first semester in the business program and it's been keeping him plenty busy, but he's doing really well in all of his classes and working super hard. He's also on a flag football intermueral team! Not that I'm biased or anything, but he really is the best player on their team. He's very fast and incredibly good at defense. He's also serving as the Sunday School President right now which he enjoys and he's doing a marvelous job :)
Bekah:
I'm doing good! I'm only in 13 credits this semester and working around 25 hours a week at my customer support job I had this summer (but never fear, I'm quitting Dec 8th!). I won't lie, it's been a good job, but I'm ready to quit. But just like Grant, I have a pretty low key job that allows me to do homework, so it's been a really good deal. I won't be working during student teaching, so I figured the best time to quit would be before the holidays :) This is my last semester of classes, so all my classes are pretty time consuming, but I've really enjoyed all of them. I'm also serving as the Relief Society President and working in the temple. I won't lie, both keep me busy but we have such a wonderful ward who all work together, so they make my job really easy. Grant and I really do have a great ward and enjoy getting to know others in our ward. It's been fun to goof around with Grant in Ward Council and I'm grateful for the opportunities Grant and I have.
Ok, that's it for now. I'll try and be more diligent about blogging :)
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