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We are FINALLY home from our 2 week Vegas Vacation. It was SO much fun. Tyson came home from his mission and so we had a lot of family and friends come to visit. I also realized after taking family Christmas pictures that I'm fat. So my new years resolution is to lose twenty pounds. I am cleaning out anything that is high in fat in my cupboards and starting fresh. There is nothing like being and feeling healthy... so that's whats been going on. Drew starts his new job tomorrow morning and will be working 4 days on, 4 days off. He is excited about that. I am going back to school and I want to apply for a job (I have to convince Drew of that first). He doesn't want me to work because of my back but i'm a person who has to stay busy. Happy New Year.

Look Alike?

I always kinda thought Drew and Matt Damon looked alike. What do you think?

Something I love/ Something I hate.

I love Nordstrom. Especially Nordstrom Cafe.

I would rather fall over dead then be forced to eat mayo/ miracle whip/ all of the above. It's disgusting and vile.

Meet a really awesome father-in-law.

This is Clay Starbuck aka Drew's "real" dad. Clay is one of the coolest people I know. Maybe that's just because Drew is a spitting image. Clay is one of those people who will never tell you what to do, like most parents. He only gives loving advice and then supports you after. I can ALWAYS call him and he will always listen. On top of that every time I call him I can't help but smile and laugh because he's such a funny guy (just like Drew). Today I called him just to vent and not only did he lend a listening ear when he could have been doing a million other things, but he showed love and support even if I was being crazy! Did I mention I have only actually met with him in person one time? And he's still that cool. We love you Clay!!

Day 9: A picture of the person who has gotten you through the most.

My Daddy. He is the most amazing person. I have never hesitated to ask him for help because he is always there for me, and Drew. He always has such a positive attitude no matter what the circumstances. He is funny; any person who has come in contact with him is sure to laugh. He is serviceable to everyone, whether they are in need or not. I hope that I can become as amazing as my Dad is, although those are HUGE shoes to fill. Love you Dad.

Day 8: A picture that makes me laugh.

My Big Brother

This is my big brother, Tyson. He is going to be home from his mission in ONE WEEK! I'm dying to see him. This picture was taken for seminary prom my freshman or sophomore year... I can't remember. Both of us had NO sense of style, obviously. Anyways he is my role model. I look up to him so much and can't wait to see him!

Day 7: The people who have had the biggest impact on me.

These are all of my moms. I would not have made it through my high school years without them. I have learned so much from these women and I aspire to be like them.

Day 6: A picture that shows our true selves.

I know this was on the last post but need I say more? We have SO much fun together and we are kids at heart. Drew and I are the best of friends.

Day 5: A place that I've been to.

We have shared Dole Whips together, In Hawaii.

We went parasailing, In Hawaii.

We snorkeled with turtles, In Hawaii.

We experienced Pearl Harbor, In Hawaii.

Hawaii. I went when I was 15 with my family, then again with Drew for our honeymoon. Hawaii, I love you.

Day 4: A habit I wish I didn't have.

Chocolate. I love everything about chocolate. The taste, the smell, the look of it. Rarely do I have a day where I don't have something chocolate to eat.

Day 3: Our Craziest Friends

These are the Coopers. They are crazy. Scott and Drew were roommates a while back and they have become our friends since we've moved back to Idaho. Every time the Coopers are around there's never a dull moment.

Day 2: A really good memory.

When I was a teenager our ward started this Disneyland tradition where we would ALL go every other year and wear matching shirts. This particular year the Disneyland workers came up and asked us if we were a family. Of course we said yes. So they gave us these pins and we called ourselves the "Dixon Family Reunion". They opened the entire park for us an hour early and we were the only ones in Disneyland and on the rides for an entire hour! One of the best memories i've ever had.

Day 1: A recent photo and 15 facts

1. I love to cook.
2. I used to be adventurous, until I was in a bad accident where I hurt my back. Now i'm scared of trying anything new.
3. I have been to Hawaii twice.
4. I have never gone a day without eating anything sweet.
5. My favorite movie is "Monster-in-Law".
6. I gained 25 lbs after I got married.
7. I love to learn. That's why I love college.
8. I want to move to NYC, but Drew hates the East Coast.
9. I HATE razor scooters. My children will never have them.
10. I like to drink chocolate syrup out of the bottle.
11. I deep clean at least twice a week. My house is always spotless.
12. My favorite place on Earth is Disneyland. I want to work there.
13. My life would be incomplete without facebook.
14. I hate animals.
15. When Drew gets deployed, I want to travel the world.

A good way to start a blog

I found this cute little thing from my good friend Caitlins blog. Thanks Cait. I think I will start tomorrow!!

Post 30 days in a row:

Day 01 - A recent photo of you and 15 interesting facts about yourself

Day 02 - A really good memory.

Day 03 - A picture of you and your craziest friend

Day 04 - A habit that you wish you didn't have

Day 05 - A picture of somewhere you've been to

Day 06 - A picture that shows your true self

Day 07 - A picture of someone/something that has the biggest impact on you

Day 08 - A picture that makes you laugh

Day 09 - A picture of the person who has gotten you through the most

Day 10 - A picture of someone you see yourself marrying/being with in the future

Day 11 - Your celebrity crush

Day 12 - A picture of something you love

Day 13 - A picture of something you hate

Day 14 - Picture of someone you could never imagine your life without

Day 15 - A picture of something you want to do before you die

Day 16 - Someone you would want to switch lives w/ for one day and why

Day 17 - Your favorite song

Day 18 - A picture of the cast of your favourite show.

Day 19 - A picture of someone you miss

Day 20 - A picture of somewhere you'd love to travel

Day 21 - A picture of something that makes you happy

Day 22 - A picture that confuses you

Day 23 - A picture of you and the person you have been closest with the longest

Day 24- A picture of yourself and a family member

Day 25 - Picture of yourself and a family member

Day 26 - A picture of something that means alot to you.

Day 27 - A picture of something your afraid of

Day 28 - A picture of you last year and now, how have you changed since then?

Day 29 - A picture that can always make you smile

Day 30 - Who are you?

Getting Started

Well I figured since all of my other friends have blogs I better make one too. Not that I think people really want to be in every step of our life, but who knows, maybe they do. Drew and I have been living in our cute little apartment for 3 months now and we're LOVING it. Drew has been working for our local grocery store, Broulims, but just found out that he got a job being a correctional officer at the sheriffs dept. He is going to have to leave (again) for 6 weeks but we're used to being apart. It actually makes us miss each other even more. Now that he has a new job I might be getting my back surgery. I have been hesitant about back surgery for a lot of months but everything is falling into place, so maybe it will be a good thing. We love it here in Rexburg, despite the snow. We have great friends and i'm loving school. I hope that I will stay on top of my blog entries!!