Expressions of Love
If you know me well, you know I'm obsessed with Mormon Messages. I watch them all the time, there's so many good ones. Just ran across this one. It's cute.
Saturday, August 13, 2011
There's a new Thompson in Town; Marriage and Moving
The whirlwind of events that lead up to my wedding day left my head spinning, I became sleep deprived, totally drained, and somewhat of an emotional wreck. The night before the big day was horrible, I got 2 1/2 hours of sleep. With that said I was happily surprised at how perfect our wedding day was. My alarm went off at 5:30am on Saturday, the thought about sleeping in and not getting out of bed actually crossed my mind but I somehow pulled through and got out of bed. Kandis ended up staying with me (thank goodness!) she was a good coach and encouraged me to get out of bed. Just as I was finishing my makeup Mom and Wanda showed up with the goods; arms full of makeup, hair product, curling irons, shoes, dresses, etc. They came over to get ready while Kandis drove me to the salon where I got my hair styled.
I drove to the temple with Howard, Mom and Wanda. Daniel met us there (ALONE.?). The second I saw Dan in the parking lot I felt at ease and all the worries and overwhelming feelings of anxiety and fear slowly melted away. The sealing was sweet, and before the actual ceremony the sealer offered tender words of wisdom that contributed to the uncontrollable tears that rolled down my face that day. We were so blessed to have family and close friends we love there to support us inside the temple. There was an overwhelming feeling of love and happiness that took over me as we walked out of the temple and saw so many familiar faces waiting to greet us. It meant so much to me, to have everyone I love in the same place at the same time. Claire was the first one to run up hug me. She was so excited and it was such a precious moment for me to have her there and to see the love and excitement in her eyes. I was choking back major tears as she came running up to me. My sweet precious angel.
The rest of the day was a breeze for us. After pictures we headed to Poway where Daniel's family hosted a luncheon for family and close friends. Delicious Mexican food was catered and Marshall (the most amazing musician ever!) played the piano for us. It was mellow, and turned out lovely. From the luncheon we headed to the reception site. Dan and I were so exhausted, we laid down on the floor and fell asleep (in our wedding clothes), while people were walking in and out of the room non-stop and apparently taking pictures. (I haven't seen those ones yet) As the time started getting closer to when we'd start the ring ceremony I got a little more frazzled. We had never had a rehearsal, half my bridal party was missing, we hadn't timed the song, my officiant who was conducting the ceremony was late, my ring bearer wanted nothing to do with the wedding, people where running all around putting food out and still setting up as guests were arriving, and somewhere in the midst of all that commotion I fell down the stairs and just about popped my arm out of place. Bleh. Trevor was there to save me. Thanks Trev!
Somehow it all worked. Bishop Meacham who was the officiant eventually showed up, the DJ timed the song perfectly so that I could walk out with my dad at the exact part of the song I wanted, the set-up happened, people showed up, the food was great. The only regret I have about the reception is not hanging more lights across the yard. I gave up the day before, Dan and I threw in the towel and decided we weren't going to care about the ridiculous lights anymore. Now I wish we would have cared. Our Country Glam wedding reception was perfect though. I was so in love with the way everything turned out. I owe it all to my mom! She caught my vision and made it happen. Thank goodness for Moms!
Daniel and I stayed in Coronado at Lowes Resort that night. We were in Coronado for a couple of days and then on Monday we packed the truck and moved me to Kanab. I honesty did not even have time to soak in the fact that I was moving until we were on the road and it was actually happening, because everything happened SO fast! I’ve only known Dan for a total of FOUR months now. Ridiculous. It didn’t even hit until we got to St. George (the nearest “big city” to home at 1 ½ hours away) and Daniel said “Ok now let’s stop and get some groceries for you”. I had a melt down right then and there. I shut down inside of the grocery store and could barely speak. Reality hit big time. I was moving to the MIDDLE OF NOWHERE, UTAH! The nearest store was going to be 1 hour and 15 minutes away and that store is Walmart.
My whole life EVERYTHING has been convenient,. Stores galore, endless restaurants, tons of entertainment options, getaway and vacation spots that are just even a few miles from where I lived, the list goes on and on. Now, I am here. In Kanab, Utah. The first week I was in shock, complete culture shock! I think trying to adjust to being married is difficult on its own, now throw in the fact that I’m surrounded by nothing but red rock. I mostly was just trying to soak it all in. It’s been three weeks and I think I’ve pretty much soaked it in, it’s still a little strange but my opinion and thoughts have changed some.
Thankfully I’ve been blessed with the ability to adapt well in many different situations and I’m not afraid of change. Here’s what I think of Kanab now:
1. People probably live longer because it’s stress free. Everyone moves at a unusually slow pace, and even “professional” businesses are SO laid back, easy going, slow, and in my opinion not so professional which equals stress free!
2. They have pretty sunrises and sunsets here too. The red rocks are pretty, they’re just a different kind of pretty than I’m accustomed to.
3. Honeys, Houston, Escobars, and Three Bears. I love these places. They actually do have restaurants and some shops here. Honey’s is my favorite grocery store, they have a whole isle of gluten-free foods. Bonus! Houston’s has yummy food, Escobars has amazing Mexican food, and Three Bears has delicious ice cream goodness.
4. It’s a cute town. It’s even a tourist town if you can believe it. Because we are right next to lake powell and so many other state and national parks people come through Kanab all the time. It used to be named “Little Hollywood” because that’s where they filmed a lot of the western movies long before my time.
5. I love that they play country music in ALL the stores. The grocery store, the restaurants, the tiny shops, even the post office and the bank.
6. There are cowboys and rodeos almost nightly!
7. We have a good ward. People are friendly and everyone looks after one another.
8. There are some really beautiful homes in Kanab. We live in a very nice town home and its in a complex with a pool, a gym, and neighbors close by. Right now I love having people near.
9. I’ll probably be a better shopper and become more organized. Going to the store is an ALL day affair so lists and planning ahead are a MUST.
10. My best friend lives here. He has a good job and as long as he’s near everything will be OK.
So far married life has been a big adjustment. I enjoy my independence and then I got married, moved to a place where I didn’t know a single soul and became completely dependent on my husband for everything! That’s been rough but after some long talks with Daniel I realize now that we’re a team and I feel fine now. I’m going to start job hunting this week. Wish me luck!! I’ve never wanted to work so badly in my life. So far my days consist of waking up early with Dan, making his lunch and driving him to work (we got rid of my car in Cali), cleaning house, unpacking, take a nap, get dressed, making dinner then driving to pick up my husband from work. I’m totally legit, I think I’ve got this housewife biz down! I’ll be happy when I find a job and can be around people and not be cleaning all day every day. Anyway I’m completely in love with Daniel. I’m learning more and more about him every day and even though some days I’d like to ring his neck I still love him and I’m so grateful that he is mine and that out of everyone he chose me.
We’re having fun adventures! The other night we set up the projector (that he built) in the living room and had a “campout” in the living room and watched a movie. We’ve been on lots of hikes, drives and have been exploring the town together. I learned that he’s amazing in the kitchen, we’ve been cooking together. It’s fun. Last night we built a fire and roasted marshmallows and had gluten free smores.
I can’t wait to get our professional pictures of the wedding from the photographer. I’ll post some once I get them.
I drove to the temple with Howard, Mom and Wanda. Daniel met us there (ALONE.?). The second I saw Dan in the parking lot I felt at ease and all the worries and overwhelming feelings of anxiety and fear slowly melted away. The sealing was sweet, and before the actual ceremony the sealer offered tender words of wisdom that contributed to the uncontrollable tears that rolled down my face that day. We were so blessed to have family and close friends we love there to support us inside the temple. There was an overwhelming feeling of love and happiness that took over me as we walked out of the temple and saw so many familiar faces waiting to greet us. It meant so much to me, to have everyone I love in the same place at the same time. Claire was the first one to run up hug me. She was so excited and it was such a precious moment for me to have her there and to see the love and excitement in her eyes. I was choking back major tears as she came running up to me. My sweet precious angel.
The rest of the day was a breeze for us. After pictures we headed to Poway where Daniel's family hosted a luncheon for family and close friends. Delicious Mexican food was catered and Marshall (the most amazing musician ever!) played the piano for us. It was mellow, and turned out lovely. From the luncheon we headed to the reception site. Dan and I were so exhausted, we laid down on the floor and fell asleep (in our wedding clothes), while people were walking in and out of the room non-stop and apparently taking pictures. (I haven't seen those ones yet) As the time started getting closer to when we'd start the ring ceremony I got a little more frazzled. We had never had a rehearsal, half my bridal party was missing, we hadn't timed the song, my officiant who was conducting the ceremony was late, my ring bearer wanted nothing to do with the wedding, people where running all around putting food out and still setting up as guests were arriving, and somewhere in the midst of all that commotion I fell down the stairs and just about popped my arm out of place. Bleh. Trevor was there to save me. Thanks Trev!
Somehow it all worked. Bishop Meacham who was the officiant eventually showed up, the DJ timed the song perfectly so that I could walk out with my dad at the exact part of the song I wanted, the set-up happened, people showed up, the food was great. The only regret I have about the reception is not hanging more lights across the yard. I gave up the day before, Dan and I threw in the towel and decided we weren't going to care about the ridiculous lights anymore. Now I wish we would have cared. Our Country Glam wedding reception was perfect though. I was so in love with the way everything turned out. I owe it all to my mom! She caught my vision and made it happen. Thank goodness for Moms!
Daniel and I stayed in Coronado at Lowes Resort that night. We were in Coronado for a couple of days and then on Monday we packed the truck and moved me to Kanab. I honesty did not even have time to soak in the fact that I was moving until we were on the road and it was actually happening, because everything happened SO fast! I’ve only known Dan for a total of FOUR months now. Ridiculous. It didn’t even hit until we got to St. George (the nearest “big city” to home at 1 ½ hours away) and Daniel said “Ok now let’s stop and get some groceries for you”. I had a melt down right then and there. I shut down inside of the grocery store and could barely speak. Reality hit big time. I was moving to the MIDDLE OF NOWHERE, UTAH! The nearest store was going to be 1 hour and 15 minutes away and that store is Walmart.
My whole life EVERYTHING has been convenient,. Stores galore, endless restaurants, tons of entertainment options, getaway and vacation spots that are just even a few miles from where I lived, the list goes on and on. Now, I am here. In Kanab, Utah. The first week I was in shock, complete culture shock! I think trying to adjust to being married is difficult on its own, now throw in the fact that I’m surrounded by nothing but red rock. I mostly was just trying to soak it all in. It’s been three weeks and I think I’ve pretty much soaked it in, it’s still a little strange but my opinion and thoughts have changed some.
Thankfully I’ve been blessed with the ability to adapt well in many different situations and I’m not afraid of change. Here’s what I think of Kanab now:
1. People probably live longer because it’s stress free. Everyone moves at a unusually slow pace, and even “professional” businesses are SO laid back, easy going, slow, and in my opinion not so professional which equals stress free!
2. They have pretty sunrises and sunsets here too. The red rocks are pretty, they’re just a different kind of pretty than I’m accustomed to.
3. Honeys, Houston, Escobars, and Three Bears. I love these places. They actually do have restaurants and some shops here. Honey’s is my favorite grocery store, they have a whole isle of gluten-free foods. Bonus! Houston’s has yummy food, Escobars has amazing Mexican food, and Three Bears has delicious ice cream goodness.
4. It’s a cute town. It’s even a tourist town if you can believe it. Because we are right next to lake powell and so many other state and national parks people come through Kanab all the time. It used to be named “Little Hollywood” because that’s where they filmed a lot of the western movies long before my time.
5. I love that they play country music in ALL the stores. The grocery store, the restaurants, the tiny shops, even the post office and the bank.
6. There are cowboys and rodeos almost nightly!
7. We have a good ward. People are friendly and everyone looks after one another.
8. There are some really beautiful homes in Kanab. We live in a very nice town home and its in a complex with a pool, a gym, and neighbors close by. Right now I love having people near.
9. I’ll probably be a better shopper and become more organized. Going to the store is an ALL day affair so lists and planning ahead are a MUST.
10. My best friend lives here. He has a good job and as long as he’s near everything will be OK.
So far married life has been a big adjustment. I enjoy my independence and then I got married, moved to a place where I didn’t know a single soul and became completely dependent on my husband for everything! That’s been rough but after some long talks with Daniel I realize now that we’re a team and I feel fine now. I’m going to start job hunting this week. Wish me luck!! I’ve never wanted to work so badly in my life. So far my days consist of waking up early with Dan, making his lunch and driving him to work (we got rid of my car in Cali), cleaning house, unpacking, take a nap, get dressed, making dinner then driving to pick up my husband from work. I’m totally legit, I think I’ve got this housewife biz down! I’ll be happy when I find a job and can be around people and not be cleaning all day every day. Anyway I’m completely in love with Daniel. I’m learning more and more about him every day and even though some days I’d like to ring his neck I still love him and I’m so grateful that he is mine and that out of everyone he chose me.
We’re having fun adventures! The other night we set up the projector (that he built) in the living room and had a “campout” in the living room and watched a movie. We’ve been on lots of hikes, drives and have been exploring the town together. I learned that he’s amazing in the kitchen, we’ve been cooking together. It’s fun. Last night we built a fire and roasted marshmallows and had gluten free smores.
I can’t wait to get our professional pictures of the wedding from the photographer. I’ll post some once I get them.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)