Some of Lifes Changes

Landon and I have had a great summer, we have done a lot, and a few things have changed. Landon and I used to be cub-scout leaders together and recently he was released and put in as the 1st Counselor of the Young Mens. Instead of just one night a week together it is 2 separate nights, with camp-outs on weekends, 50 mile hike and preparing lessons. No, I'm not complaining, it is just busier than before. I am proud of him, the boys in our ward really need someone like him and he is doing a great job. As for me, I have to entertain the 8 year old boys without him :).

Another change... We worked at the hospital together as C.N.A's, I moved up my position to an L.P.N (Licensed Practical Nurse), I love it and enjoy working as a nurse, I definietly learn a lot everyday. Landon just quit the hospital, so we will no longer be working together. I knew this day would come, that we wouldn't be working together anymore. I am kinda sad about it, we met through work and I have enjoyed every bit of it. As for his new job. He is an Athletic Trainer and on Saturdays he deals with the injuries at Little League games, during the week he goes to local High School sport games, rehab clinic at WSU, teaches a power metric workout class to athletes, will help out at triathlons, marathons and events that need athletic trainers and goes wherever he is needed.



That is me as baby! Cute huh... The chair I am sitting in is nearly 25 years old or so. I don't know why, but I love that chair, it is comfortable and I have used it my whole life, even took it with me when I got married. Unfortunately I have no room for it and it I have to get rid of it, although still in great condition. The picture underneath is a rocking chair my father-in-law made for my mother-in-law, she rocked all 5 of her children in it, it is also around 25 years old or so. I feel very lucky to have it in my home, it means a lot to have an antique that belongs to Landons family and knowing that when he was a baby he was rocked in that chair. I know I will get a lot of use out of it, and am grateful to have it.



before

This is just for fun... A nurse I work with gave me that changing table and I fixed it up. I think it looks really cute. I painted it, modge-podged fabric on the shelves and made the little changing pad cover. I can't wait to put things in the baskets.

after

My Turn To Announce...

Two sisters, a sister-in-law and a best friend with babies. Well it's my turn. Most people know that I am expecting, but to make it official I am due October 24th. Landon and I are having a baby GIRL! We are so excited, we have waited enough time for a baby to come and she will be here in 16wks; I am 24 wks along now. This pregnancy has been great, I have not been sick once (except when I ate candy for dinner:). I have many great examples of good parents all around me and I am so happy to be having a baby with my other sisters. This little girl will have so many fun cousins to play with.

23 Wks

New Family Members

My sister-in-law Amanda delivered a beautiful little girl in May.
Olivia Jane Deru
Arrived May 17, 2011
6 lbs. 13 oz. 20 inches long



My sister Bonnie delivered the most perfect little boy in April.
Cody Clark Hoellein was born April 27, 2011 at 7:51 pm
7 lbs 10 oz
19 inches



It is always so fun to have new family members, especially precious little babies, my sister Ruby is due in a week and I will have another nephew. Both baby blessings were so special, it's great to have so many priesthood holders in our family.

Welcome Home Elderu Deru

Landon's brother Braydon returned home from his mission last month and is doing awesome. He was such a great missionary and it's great to have him home. Braydon has a wonderful personality and is so easy to get along with. Welcome Home!

If I'm Not In School I Am.......

Moving.... Moved from a small basement to a bigger and better place. My brother Beau helped move my piano and did a great job at it.

Spending time with my family... Ruby, Ellie, Me, Beau, and Bonnie... Those are all my siblings.
Going to baptisms... My Niece Shari turned 8 years old and is a doll.
I am a proud Aunt of (above) Julie, Abby, Chad, Shari, and Olivia, (Below) Gracie. My sister Ruby is expecting #5 baby boy in July. Bonnie is expecting #2 baby boy Tomorrow. And Amanda (sister-in-law) is expecting #2 baby girl in May. So I will go from 6 Nieces and nephew to 9. How exciting!!!


If I am not in school I am also Cleaning, (Landon took the picture with out me knowing).

Most importantly, Spending time with Landon. We went skiing a while back and had a blast.

More about School????

I know I have posted a lot about school lately, but hey, that is my life right now. I am just proud to say I have completed my first year of nursing school and graduated from the Practical Nursing Program, all I have left to do is take my boards and then I will be working as a Practical Nurse (Pay Raise :).

Landon has been so helpful and supportive of me going to school. I couldn't be doing this without him.

It is also important to have friends at school you can study with and have fun with. These are just a few of the girls I hang out with.


These are some more girls. And below is a picture of my whole class (38 Students). What a fun group.

ZUMBA!!!! What a fun workout. Gotta increase those endorphins.
Glitter Toes Party! Don't know how much studying we actually got in at these random "Study Groups", but I passed, and my toes were cute.

Congratulations Landon

Today Landon received an e-mail notifying him that he passed his boards. He is now a certified Athletic Trainer. That is a 4 year degree that he did in 2 years. Many many clinical hours and class work was put into it. He made friends and really had a fun time with it. Now, if you are ever playing a sports game, fall and get hurt Landon might be the one to run out onto the field to assess you :)
Landon has been super busy with school and work. He is in the process of getting ready to take the MCATS and apply for medical school. We are at the very beginning of our journey, who knows where school will take us. As long as I am with Landon, I will move wherever. Excited? Yes. Nervous? Yes. I'm just glad I am married to Landon. He is such a hard worker.