THE IPAD!

Michael had been begging me for this iPad for months now. I pushed the idea away for so long. I thought it was such a waste of money and there was no point at all to have it if we have a desktop and a laptop. After his car was totaled and I was the lucky one that got a new car and he got stuck with my old car. I started to feel a little guilty. I finally promised him that he could get one once we returned from our family reunion. I knew that if he got it before it would be a distraction for not only him but for all the little kids that were there and I didn't want anything happening to it.... That didn't last long. The day we were leaving for the reunion Michael had to head into school for a bit and I had to run some errands as well. I was in target grabbing a few t shirt's for Michael and I walked buy the electronics and saw that they had iPads there. I figured it would be more exciting if it was a surprise so I bought it right there on the spot. I am NOT a good secret keeper and had the hardest time keeping my mouth shut until Michael got home. I hide the iPad at the bottom of the target bag with all his shirts. He finally got home, I told him his new shirts were in a bag next to his suitcase and that he needed to still pack them. He replied by saying thanks and went into the kitchen for a snack. Are you kidding me! I am trying so hard not to have a smile on my face or give it away but I'm dying inside! So I distract myself with my book and try not to think about it. 3 min go by, 5 min go by, 10 min go by... I couldn't stand it any longer! I finally snap a little and say go look at your shirts and pack we got to go! He was a bit surprised by my attitude and told me to relax.. Oh no he didn't! He walked into the bedroom opened the bag, turned to me and gave me a big hug and kiss and jumped up and down! It was so cute and he was so excited and thankful! After about 5 min of playing with the iPad I told him that I wanted my own and he just laughed at me. He is attached to the hip with that thing like it's his child. He then proceeded to tell me that now we need the apple TV. When will this kid be satisfied? Haha

Stella's 2nd Birthday

My niece Stella had her second birthday over the weekend. She had a little party with friends and family. Her theme for the party was Minnie Mouse so I made a fun cake for the occasion.

She's so cute :)

Jenny's Birthday

Michael's Mom came into town for her Birthday and we all went to Texas Roadhouse to celebrate. We made her get on the saddle and have the employees sing to her. She was so embarrassed but it was so funny!

I also made a delicious raspberry mango cake.. YUMM

Ari gets fixed!

We FINALLY got Ari fixed. I thought it was the best 100$ I have ever spent, but Michael felt so awful and guilty. We had to keep cone on him for 10 days and give him no heavy exercise. He has so much energy it's been so hard to keep him from playing. Only a few more days of keeping him locked up in the house.

Tina's Bridal Shower

My good friend Tina is getting married in July. Her family put together the cutest bridal shower. They had tons of her wedding decor around and her adorable engagement pictures.
Her sister planned a game where she asked Kyle (her fiance) some fun questions and for every question Tina got wrong she had to put a marshmallow in her mouth.
I brought dessert. I should have taken a picture of it before instead of after. I brought mini cupcakes, mini macaroons and cakebites. They were a hit :)

Bug Bite's

Earlier this week Michael and I took Ari to the park to play ball. I woke up the next morning to some small bug bites around my ankle but nothing out of the ordinary. I did my best to not scratch them so that they could go away. The next morning I woke up to this! The picture does not do justice! My ankle was so swollen and another bite looked just like this on the back of my ankle on the same foot. I went to work but as the day went on I noticed that it was starting to become painful to walk. It felt like the worst sun burn I've ever had with a combination of bruising. I went home and took Benadryl and iced it hoping that by the morning it would look better. The next morning it didn't look any better so I went to the doctor. Surprise surprise, He didn't know what it could be from so he just put me on antibiotics and said if its not looking better by Monday come back. Well at least the antibiotics are working and the swelling and bites are going away. I told Michael I am buying the Costco pack of bug spray so I never get a bug bite again!

Car Accident

A few weeks ago Michael was working a Bee's Baseball game in Salt Lake. Michael and his brother Marcus went to lunch after the game in Marcus's car. As they pulled up to Michael's car they both couldn't believe what they were seeing. They called the police to come and file a report. Luckily the lady that hit Michael got out of her car and wrote a very nice note, and I quote "People's I can fix this." THATS IT! I don't know how we got so lucky but they found her driving around in her astro van with her tire basically gone and her car just as damaged as Michael's. She was intoxicated of course and she luckily does have insurance. I can't believe that one stupid person's mistake can affect so many people. I am so grateful that Michael wasn't hurt. Michael has had this car since he was 17, and although we both wanted a new car it was still bitter sweet. R.I.P. Rafael the Mustang :(
On a lighter note, we took full advantage of the sales that went on since it was memorial day weekend. Michael was sweet enough to give me the new car. We got such a great deal and and awesome warranty. We got a car that we could grow into once we decide to start a family. We also spent some of our weekend at Michael's Dad's house playing games, watching movies and most of all pigging out!

Dad got engaged!

After two years of dating my Dad and Jodie got engaged! They took a trip to the Bahamas together and while they were there he popped the questions! We are so excited for them and welcome Jodie with open arms into the family. Love you guys!

1st Anniversary

Michael and I celebrated our first anniversary on May 8. Due to the fact that it was Mother's day weekend we both had to work. We ended up getting a couples message and a lovely dinner out. I really thought that a couples message would be so romantic and just what we needed to relax a little. I was so wrong! It was Michael's first time getting a message. He was a bit nervous but I insisted that he would love it! We got into the room and got comfy. The ladies must have thought I was crazy because as soon as the messages started I couldn't help but smile and hold in my laughing. I just kept thinking of what Michael was thinking. He's a bit of a baby when it comes to messages. If someone could scratch his back for an hour he'd be happy. In his pre interview he told her that he didn't want anything rough. But this lady went at it. She was cracking his neck, basically drumming on his back and digging into his skin. My message was incredible but I couldn't fully enjoy listening to Michael in pain. Needless to say it was not romantic but we left laughing about it. Afterwards we grabbed a quick bit and went home to eat our wedding cake and watch a move together. The next day on our real anniversary Michael had to work so we got all dressed up that night and went to a really nice dinner. The best part about being married is being with my best friend all the time. Michael brings so much joy and happiness into my life. He makes me a better person and I can't imagine my life without him. Everyone told us that the fist year of marriage is the hardest, if that is true then I have an amazing life ahead of me. I love you Michael :)

Our greatest purchase yet!

Michael has been bugging me like crazy to buy the new iPad. But he wanted to wait till the stores had them available but it's been taking forever to get them in. Meanwhile I noticed on the computer that he was looking at an iMac. We were sitting on the couch on our day off and I brought up that I had noticed that he had been looking at one and I asked him if he wanted to go buy one. It was a joke at first but sure enough we were at the store 30 minutes later. It was such an impulse buy but it was so fun and we LOVE it! I like to say that I'm the best wife ever. ;).....He still bugs me for the iPad though lol

Cakes!

Now that I've been at The Sweet Tooth Fairy for a year now I've picked up some great skills! I'm having so much fun with my job. Here are just a few fun cakes and cupcakes I've done ;) I have also moved back to our Draper location to be the General Manager now. I am loving it!

This was for my friend Danica's graduation and birthday combined!

For a friends bachelorette party

Double Fudge

This lady wanted cats on her cake.. Weirdo

Strawberry Shortcake

This was for eBay. I had to make 1250 cupcakes and deliver them 6 different days!

Jorgenson Wedding!

Our good friends Nate and Sarah got married April 15. Michael was asked to be one of the groomsmen. The wedding was on a Friday in Las Vegas. The Sealing was done by Nate's Grandpa and it was so beautiful. Sarah is part Hawaiian so the wedding theme was Hawaiian of course. The wedding party was really big and almost everyone were friends so we continued the party after the bride and groom left and headed down to the strip. ALL 15 of us! We were all exhausted from being at a wedding all day but wanted to have fun. Since none of us drink or gamble we ended just walking around with no plan! We stayed till about midnight and Michael and I decided we were to pooped to be out and were the first ones to leave. (were old already!) Nate and Sarah were actually having the second reception in Provo the next night so we had to get up super early to get on the road. We had our really good friend Carson drive with us back up to Provo and had so much fun with him!

We caught him sleeping...

And peeing on the side of the road ;)

Family Visit's

My Aunt Karene and her kids came up to Utah for a week for their spring break. Her and a few of my cousin's who were also in town went to dinner and the mall. Later that week I met up with Karene and her kids to go to Pizza Planet for all you can eat pizza and arcade games. It was really fun playing with Jandi and Beckham and so good to spend some time with Karene.

Michael's Birthday!

For Michael's birthday we decided to head down to California. He was turning 25 so we decided we would rent a car for the first time. Teanna and Ari came with us. Michael and I love road trips and it was fun to have T come with us. We went to Disneyland with my sister's and my Dad. My Dad is officially getting old and could only make it 4 hours at Disneyland before he complained about his poor feet and decided to go home! We stayed till about 10pm and watched the world of colors water show and then we were pooped ourselves. We were also able to see Lexi's play Willy Wonka and the chocolate factory. She did such a good job as a reporter and a candy dancer. She did better than I could have with her lines and looked so dang cute. Before her play were went to dinner with my 92 year old Great Grandma LoRene. It is always so good to see her. Her memory is impeccable and it is always fun to listen to all her stories about my Dad :)

Mom's here!

My Mom came into town to help Teanna move to Provo. I love when she comes into town, probably cause she is away from work, her husband and the kids and I get her all to myself :)Visiting my work. She can never resist a treat.
Kara and Rob were having the baby blessing that same weekend. He was a bit early and is just he tinniest thing. But he is very healthy and such a sweet baby.
My Grandpa Harlan moved to Utah right around the same time. He found these hat's at Walmart and thought they were such a good deal so he bought them for all the little boys. The boys thought they looked like "gangstas" so I told them to pose like one. I guess this is what a "gangsta" looks like.

New Years in Beaver

Michael's family has a tradition of doing Christmas about a week or to late. Almost everyone in the family is in retail and has such a hard time taking time off around the holiday so we always celebrate after. This year we met half way from Michael's Mom who lives in Las Vegas. Michael's Mom and Lee have a vacation house in Beaver. We did what us Burrup's do best and relaxed in our pj's and ate food and laughed our butts off!

They have a 4 wheeler they keep there and they tied a rope to an inter tube to it to drag around in the snow. We got a little creative and put a lawn chair cover on it so our bums didn't get wet and for comfort of course.


My sister-in-law Michelle announced she was pregnant by making this T-shirt for her daughter Stella to wear. It took everyone about an hour to even notice the shirt. We are so excited for her and can't wait to meet baby Ethan Anderton!
Stella is always the center of attention :)