War Dance

So last night after Hannah went to bed Chris and I were trying to decide which Netfilx instant movie to watch. At first Chris suggested a movie which was somewhat sad. I said no, i wasn't in the mood for a sad movie. So then he picks a movie called War Dance. We knew it was a documentary and I thought "sure, this will be interesting." Man o man.

We were only able to get through maybe 15 minutes of the movie before I asked Chris to turn it off. I haven't cried that hard in a very long time. The movie is about the Acholi tribe in Uganda who have been victimized, killed, and driven out of their homes by the rebels in Africa. Within the first 15 min we saw, a little girl told her story which is horrific, sad and even now, the next morning, has me tearing up. It was a huge dose of reality last night in how blessed I am. I never have to worry about if we will be attacked that night, if my family will be killed, where I am going to sleep, how I am going to eat, or just get through each day. I have everything and yet I still take it for granted. What a wake up call in just a short 15 min of film. I do want to finish watching the movie because all though it is sad, the whole point of the movie is that even though war has taken just about everything from them, they still have their music. They are an amazing people and I will never stop praying for them.

just a few things

Well here are a few things we have been up to lately. Still no apartment pics though..soon!

Here is some of Chris's graduation. We were up high, but we were in the shade which was nice since it was a hot day!

If you look closely and in the middle, you can see Chris pointing at the camera!

This one is a sad story. It is a bad picture, but look at all the little scrapes on Hannah's foot. Well those are all slivers! Nice huh. Poor thing, she had all of those, one on her knee, one in her heel and 2 more on the bottom of her foot! I felt so bad for her.

1. Okay so we start with this adorable picture. Hannah was actually smiling for me as I took pictures.

2. Here is another sweet smile.
3. Here is another one, but at this point she was getting interested in the camera.
4. And this is the picture of when I wouldn't let her hold the camera herself! Oh so sweet!

Updates Coming

1. Well we live in Bend now! It's crazy to be in a new city and actually feel so far from everyone, even though we are only 2 1/2 hours, but it's over a mountain! I will post pictures soon so you can all see our new apartment, but as for right now it doesn't look pretty. We are still trying to figure out where everything should go so we have piles everywhere. by Friday at the latest I should have it all prettied up! We love it here though. Chris is at work from 10-7:30 now so that is weird, he can come home for lunch though so at least we will see him for a bit there, but for now I feel lonely. I need to meet some new friends so I can get out more and Hannah can have play dates. We do have a pool right across the parking lot from us, so I am thinking about going to try that out this week. Hannah loves the water so she will love it!

2. Chris graduated! On June 12th and I know I haven't posted pis of that either, but I will soon. We don't really have internet here yet, we are just picking up some crapy signal so soon I will be back in business. We are so proud of Chris though! I am so excited that he made it through, and I know he is too! Yes he still has 2 more years of school now, but at least he has a bachelors degree. his classes now will be fun, since most of them are flying anyway! He can't wait to get started.

3. We like our new ward, although it seems more like a branch. Everyone was so nice, so I can't wait to meet new people and make friends.

4. I can't wait for Eclipse to come out. Only 1 more week. The saddest part is that I won't be able to go to the living room theatre with my family again this time. Maybe for the last movie! But the plus side is that there is a theatre literally a block or less from my apartments so I will be going the first chance I get!

Well for now I think that is all. I will post pics soon. I already miss everyone! Please visit. You are all welcome to stay at our apartment!!

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My beautiful little girl! She is growing up way too fast! I tried to do a photo shoot with her, but of course she just wanted to watch me take pictures. I got a few cute ones though!! She even kept the bow in for a few until she realized she was wearing it. Her hair is getting so curly too. I hope it stays so she will have ringlets when it grows out a bit more!

The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner

So I finished the book! It was good. A nice Twilight fix and it was fun to see what was going on in Seattle with the newborn coven! I recommend this book to any and all of you Twitards out there! You can finish it in 1 afternoon and although there is only about 5 pages of Edward and 0, well a mention of Jacob, it is good! I hope you all enjoy!

Accomplishments and moving

So...hurray!! Today was the first full day without nursing Hannah. TMI....I know, but I am so happy that we are done and made it through. I loved my time with her and all, but it is nice to know that we don't have to rely on that any more!

On to other news we are moving to Bend in 2 weeks, June 19th. We found an apartment and we found out we were approved today. So I am packing, trying to find boxes and cleaning as I go. For those of you who don't know, Chris is going to helicopter pilot school. We are excited and he can't wait to get started!!

Hannah's Birthday

I can't believe my baby is 1 already! this past year has gone by so incredibly fast! We are so blessed to have Hannah be a part of our family. She makes us smile everyday and has brought us so much happiness! Here are a few updates on the big girl:

1. She loves to walk and is now a pro (video to follow soon).

2. She is 20 lbs 7 oz (i think).

3. She talks all day long.

4. She loves to be outside, to swing, to climb stairs on the play structure and be with the kids.

5. She is in love with our neighbor. He is a 9 month old cutie. We approve. Hannah will be sad when he moves away though.

6. She still puts everything in her mouth!

7. She loves to eat.

8. She only says mommy and daddy, randomly, but can sign a little bit.

9. She really is a fun little girl and makes each day amazing!

For Hannah's birthday we went to a park so all the kids could play! Hannah had pretty much her whole family come to celebrate with her! Thank you everyone!

Here are a few kids enjoying the swings. Hannah is in there being pushed by her cousin.

Bad picture I know, but here is Hannah's birthday cake. Heather and my mom helped me a ton.

And here is the cake for Hannah to eat!

She loved it. She would grab a handful squish it a few times then like her fingers.

So these last 2 are random, but Here is Hannah's hair out of the bath. It really is super curly, but if we let it dry like this she would look like a crazy girl. Hopefully soon the ringlets will dry cute!

And here is Hannah wearing Chris's shirt, just for fun!