Last Wednesday, March 23rd, at 7 p.m. I attended the Republican Caucus Night. I went to show that I can be political. To prove that I have a voice. To declare that I care who speaks for me and my opinions at a political level. To stand up and say, "I'm proud to be an American!"
Honestly, I wanted to see what a Caucus really is. I wanted to feel things out and see how, in the future, I can be more involved politically. Well, when all was said and done, I walked out of the meeting a nominated and elected State Delegate!
The guy I replaced didn't seem all that happy. I guess that's why we have elections, right? Let the people choose, let them vote and let the one with the most votes represent the people. He still shook my hand and wished me luck. Not sure how sincere he was...
I feel a bit humbled and mystified. I feel encouraged (and honestly...a bit forced) to do a lot of research and figure out who are the best candidates. I FEEL SO POLITICAL!
I do have an opinion, I'm just not one to share my political opinions openly...for the most part.
But, now, I'm representing my precinct and I'm going to make them proud!
I love America! I love that we all have the right to vote...however we may choose!
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
NASCAR
This past weekend Tyler and I along with my brother and sister-in-law, Todd and Lisa, headed to St. George for a little shopping (girls) and mountain biking (boys).
And then, on to Vegas for an experience that was loud, fast and totally exciting! We were among the rednecks of the rednecks!
It was a lot of fun; amazing weather, jaw-dropping and ear-burning sites and sounds of white-trash and a surprisingly fun event to watch.
This was our first time at a NASCAR race, or any professional race of this caliber, but Todd and Lisa are seasoned veterans. They graciously showed us the ropes! They taught us how to maneuver the pre-entertainment (aka people watching), how to breathe without inhaling secondhand smoke and how to communicate with drunk spectators.
We have to admit, watching cars go around in a circle sounds rather boring on most occasions, but when you're surrounded by 200,000+ drunk, screaming racists, it's actually quite entertaining! The thunderous sound that 40+ race cars make when they go by at 190 mph is pretty impressive.
For us...this was an experience we will not forget!! We had a blast! However, next time we'll watch from the smokeless comforts of our living room.
But, another weekend trip with Todd and Lisa is a definite-must on our to-do list!!! Thanks guys...=)
And then, on to Vegas for an experience that was loud, fast and totally exciting! We were among the rednecks of the rednecks!
It was a lot of fun; amazing weather, jaw-dropping and ear-burning sites and sounds of white-trash and a surprisingly fun event to watch.
This was our first time at a NASCAR race, or any professional race of this caliber, but Todd and Lisa are seasoned veterans. They graciously showed us the ropes! They taught us how to maneuver the pre-entertainment (aka people watching), how to breathe without inhaling secondhand smoke and how to communicate with drunk spectators.
We have to admit, watching cars go around in a circle sounds rather boring on most occasions, but when you're surrounded by 200,000+ drunk, screaming racists, it's actually quite entertaining! The thunderous sound that 40+ race cars make when they go by at 190 mph is pretty impressive.
For us...this was an experience we will not forget!! We had a blast! However, next time we'll watch from the smokeless comforts of our living room.
But, another weekend trip with Todd and Lisa is a definite-must on our to-do list!!! Thanks guys...=)
And, finally...for my friends and former-coworkers at 3M...
Tyler's Day at the Man Spa
In February...he got "the works!"
Tyler's hair a few day's before
(with Brigitte and Grandma Pace)
Haircut
Scalp Treatment
Beard Prep
Shave
**HOT HUSBAND**
Catching up...
...on blog-worthy events!
In January my mom turned 65! We celebrated. Food. Decorations. Presents. Party hats!!
Happy Brithday, Mom! Because of you...I am who I am today. Thank you...thank you...thank you!
I love you...
Also in January, Tyler and I celebrated THANKSGIVING!
It's true. Well, sort of. It was our own special Thanksgiving Day.
Tyler was offered a job and we were so HAPPY! We had a turkey in the freezer and decided to cook it in THANKS for all of our blessings. We really are so BLESSED...and so thankful!
Here's to Tom the Turkey and Tyler the Employed!!!
And finally, January brought a little bang and a few layers!
Please Pardon...
...the interruption!
This blog address has now been updated and new posts will be available shortly. Like, tonight!
Thank you for your patience.
~Tyler and Brigitte
This blog address has now been updated and new posts will be available shortly. Like, tonight!
Thank you for your patience.
~Tyler and Brigitte
Sunday, February 7, 2010
SIX Months...already.
It’s already been six months since August 7, 2009. What a perfect day that was! On our wedding day I was so in love, so grateful for Tyler and so excited for our future together. Now, only 6 months later, I can’t even describe how more in love I am, how more grateful I am to have Tyler by my side and how more excited I am to see what the future holds for us…together, forever!
In Relief Society today the lesson was on the Priesthood. When I was single I kind of hated those lessons. When the teacher would talk about how great it is to have the priesthood in your home, how wonderful it is to have a husband who worthily holds and sustains his priesthood, a father of your children who is able to bless you and the children, etc. My own father is a worthy priesthood holder, but it’s been years since I have lived at home. So, it would tear at my heart a bit and I would wonder if I would ever have that – the priesthood in my home.
Today during this lesson my heart swelled with gratitude that I have finally (FINALLY!) been blessed with a loving husband who wants nothing more than to make sure our home is filled with the Spirit. He daily strives to live the gospel – to be worthy of the great blessing and responsibility of being a priesthood holder. And so now I know, for myself, how wonderful it is to have a husband who is a worthy priesthood holder. So blessed!
But at the same time, empathy filled my heart for those friends who are in the same place I was just a few months ago. Single. The ache of a broken heart, the sorrow of yet-to-be fulfilled dreams and the pain of blessings that seemed to elude me are still present. I haven’t forgotten the way it felt to want something so badly. I haven’t forgotten how frustrated I would get thinking about what I had learned in Young Women’s and how my life was not really turning out the way those YW leaders had described.
But, to myself and my friends that are still single, I can’t stress enough how blessed we all are! We have a loving Father in Heaven who is very much aware of us – individually. He loves us and wants nothing more than to bless us with the things we stand in need of. The thing is, He knows what we need more than we do. It took me a long time to figure that out, and even still I sometimes forget and try to tell Him what I need. I can be a bit stubborn sometimes – just ask Tyler (and my parents.)
I am so happy that I had so many years to learn, to grow and to realize who I am. I was definitely not shorted on time to figure out how to be independent and really get to know myself. I was afforded the opportunity to complete my education, travel with friends, enjoy different places of employment, go to the temple because I was ready – not because I was going on a mission or getting married, purchase my own home, go to concerts galore, date more men than I care to admit – and even more blind-dates than that, build relationships with my nieces and nephews that I cherish and strengthen my testimony in a family ward when I all-too-soon (it seemed) “graduated” from the singles ward.
For all of these reasons, and many more, I now am very grateful to have been “older” when I got married. And, suddenly, I see how those years of being single were so important for me. That road I was traveling, which seemed so broken at times, led me straight to Tyler. To my Father in Heaven I am grateful – for leading me, guiding me and walking beside me through my journey. Always.
And to Tyler…I love you. Thank you for being my husband, my best friend, my worthy priesthood holder. Thank you for being the one that I am so excited to wake up next to, because I just can’t get enough of you!
In Relief Society today the lesson was on the Priesthood. When I was single I kind of hated those lessons. When the teacher would talk about how great it is to have the priesthood in your home, how wonderful it is to have a husband who worthily holds and sustains his priesthood, a father of your children who is able to bless you and the children, etc. My own father is a worthy priesthood holder, but it’s been years since I have lived at home. So, it would tear at my heart a bit and I would wonder if I would ever have that – the priesthood in my home.
Today during this lesson my heart swelled with gratitude that I have finally (FINALLY!) been blessed with a loving husband who wants nothing more than to make sure our home is filled with the Spirit. He daily strives to live the gospel – to be worthy of the great blessing and responsibility of being a priesthood holder. And so now I know, for myself, how wonderful it is to have a husband who is a worthy priesthood holder. So blessed!
But at the same time, empathy filled my heart for those friends who are in the same place I was just a few months ago. Single. The ache of a broken heart, the sorrow of yet-to-be fulfilled dreams and the pain of blessings that seemed to elude me are still present. I haven’t forgotten the way it felt to want something so badly. I haven’t forgotten how frustrated I would get thinking about what I had learned in Young Women’s and how my life was not really turning out the way those YW leaders had described.
But, to myself and my friends that are still single, I can’t stress enough how blessed we all are! We have a loving Father in Heaven who is very much aware of us – individually. He loves us and wants nothing more than to bless us with the things we stand in need of. The thing is, He knows what we need more than we do. It took me a long time to figure that out, and even still I sometimes forget and try to tell Him what I need. I can be a bit stubborn sometimes – just ask Tyler (and my parents.)
I am so happy that I had so many years to learn, to grow and to realize who I am. I was definitely not shorted on time to figure out how to be independent and really get to know myself. I was afforded the opportunity to complete my education, travel with friends, enjoy different places of employment, go to the temple because I was ready – not because I was going on a mission or getting married, purchase my own home, go to concerts galore, date more men than I care to admit – and even more blind-dates than that, build relationships with my nieces and nephews that I cherish and strengthen my testimony in a family ward when I all-too-soon (it seemed) “graduated” from the singles ward.
For all of these reasons, and many more, I now am very grateful to have been “older” when I got married. And, suddenly, I see how those years of being single were so important for me. That road I was traveling, which seemed so broken at times, led me straight to Tyler. To my Father in Heaven I am grateful – for leading me, guiding me and walking beside me through my journey. Always.
And to Tyler…I love you. Thank you for being my husband, my best friend, my worthy priesthood holder. Thank you for being the one that I am so excited to wake up next to, because I just can’t get enough of you!
Monday, January 18, 2010
All Dressed Up With Somewhere To Go!
It started with an email forwarded to me on Friday from my co-worker, which I then forwarded to Tyler. Tyler responded to the original email and then, only 24 hours later, Tyler had been offered a job with the Utah Taxpayers Association. YEAH! Tyler had done some contract work for them last summer, but now, he's a full-time, salaried, and insured employee!!
We seriously feel so blessed. We had been praying...and our prayers were answered.
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