Flipflops are a must!

These are the top 5 reasons why I'm excited for summer:

5. The Fireworks and Parades: Can you believe that I actually have a parade that goes right past our house. So we wake up to Bonneville's marching band practicing and can't even leave our house, but are happily forced to just enjoy the parade...Summer holidays really are the best because of the fact that you really don't have to worry about buying presents or anything like that, but you can just go and enjoy good food and good people!

4. Green Grass: I am not a fan of the brown grass that is currently outside of our front door. I love just sitting on green, plush, good smelling grass. If you are in the same genre as my Rusty-Roo then you probably enjoy finding the stinkiest spot and rolling all over in it.

3. Swimming & Boating: Ty's Mom put in a pool last summer. So you can bet that if I'm not at work, you can most likely find me basking in the sun in her amazing pool. Water is so refreshing on a hot day. I also just love soaking up all of those UV rays into my pasty white self.



2. Free Time: I like finding fun random things to do. I'm looking forward to relaxing a little or finding myself doing things that aren't part of the day-to-day grind.

1. BBQ's: This one is my number one because I love to eat! I probably sound like a porker to you, but this is something that I truly enjoy. And what better way to do it then on a shady patio in the hot summer, eating some scrumptious potato salad, with the ones you love....also the smell of a hot grill is to-die-for!

"A perfect summer day is when the sun is shining, the breeze is blowing, the birds are singing, and the lawn mower is broken!"

Another Random Post

HAPPY EASTER!

Marie tagged me, but I've had very little time to write on my blog with all that's going on. We are currently finishing up this semester, and finishing the remodeling in our house to get it up on the market. So for now I'm posting a blog I did a few months ago on my myspace page (Some things do not apply to now). Love to all!

-Sara-

Just in case you were wondering.............

10 Real Random Facts About You
1. I enjoy sauerkraut with hotdogs...weird huh? It must be the whole korean/kimshi thing
2. I think I could be a Vegetarian, although i do have a thing for hard boiled eggs...numm!
3. I can pop almost all joints in my body, but mostly enjoy popping my ankles and neck. (I need to stop because of: see #4)
4. The other day I almost got in a wreck because my ankle and toes cramped.
5. Everyone says I am a scary driver...(I'm not scary, just aggressive)
6. Bet you didn't know I have every state quarter that has come out. (It's a little easier now that I work at a flippin credit union.)
7. I like artsy fartsy craft stuff, but never have the time.
8. I only kiss boys
9. I have weird hidden talents…if you know me you probably know.
10. I like tanning beds, they're warm!

9 WAYS TO WIN MY HEART
1. Be named Tyler Hodson
2. Be thoughtful (It's the little things that really make me happy)
3. Be tenderhearted towards everyone
4. Lots of hugs and kisses
5. Serviceful and giving
6. Have a sense of humor
7. Listen
8. I love chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream
9. Have a love for animals and children

8 THINGS I CARRY/WEAR EVERYDAY
1. Cell phone
2. Wallet
3. Gum
4. Lip gloss...mwah
5. Moolah
6. Underwear
7. Purse
8. Good smelling lotion

7 THINGS THAT ANNOY ME
1. People who are ignorant (especially about religion or political stuff)
2. Hangers that are sticking out above all of the clothes in the closet
3. Rude people who interrupt or talk over you
4. Sometimes Bluetooth because I think people are talking to me or themselves when it’s really the guy on the other line
5. High pitched screams
6. My boss when she gets all over you over stupid stuff that doesn’t matter! (Ashley Anderson…you know what I mean right?)
7. Bad customer service

6 STATES I'VE VISITED
1. Nevada
2. Illinois
3. Missouri
4. New Mexico
5. Virginia
6. North Carolina

5 THINGS I WANT TO DO BEFORE I DIE
1. Have children
2. Tour Europe and Asia
3. Learn how to drive a stick shift
4. Make an impact for the good in this world’s problems
5. Plan my funeral

4 THINGS I'M AFRAID OF
1. My loved ones dying
2. Hitting someone’s child or puppy
3. Earwigs
4. These days getting robbed at work

3 THINGS I DO EVERYDAY
(I copied Genny)
1. Shower
2. Love my husband
3. Love my dog

2 THINGS I'M TRYING NOT TO DO NOW
1. Clean the bathroom
2. Go to sleep so I can get over my stinkin cold

1 PERSON I WANT TO SEE NOW
1. Tyler…oh wait I see him

I'm glad I'm not in Relief Society!!

One thing I know for sure is that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is true!! I love the gospel and I know it sounds cliche to say so, but I don't know where I would be without it.

Currently I am in the Young Women's in my ward and I love it! I have been in there for almost 4 years. Crazy, I know, but I would much rather be there then in Relief Society. I am the 2nd counselor and since I've been in there we've been through 2 presidents, 4 1st counselors, and 3 secretaries...and there I stay. I think that apparently this is where I'm supposed to be at this time in my life.

Today I got a little emotional (actually I just tend to be somewhat of an emotional person) because first of all the first counselor who I dearly love was released and put into the primary. Also one of the teachers is moving away and another is also being put into the primary as well. Secondly, I am a little emotional over the fact that we will be soon putting our house up for sale and be moving out of this amazing ward. Growing up I didn't think that there was another ward besides my home ward that I could be so happy in. Well, I was wrong...which just goes to show that The Church is True whereever you go.

My heart goes out to the girls in my ward because I want them to stay strong and close to the gospel because I see what amazing potential they have. I also have seen the heartache of those I care about who have lost their testimonies.

My testimony has grown so much from this calling!

Back in the day...

This weekend was fun...and way too short! We reverted back to pre-married life and went to a battle of the bands in Salt Lake at the Avalon theatre. We actually decided to be supportive of a friend who is also reverting back to being a kid and is in a band. It was awesome, however, and we're glad that we went. Also, who can turn-down nummy Spaghetti Factory at the after party?

Goodbye Snow...Welcome Spring!

This snow has been amazing! I don't know about everyone else, but I don't remember there being this much snow since I was about 6. My sister told me that her 2nd graders loved it! They would innocently come back from recess with hats made out of snow still on their heads and soaked from head to toe...hehe. And, come to think of it they have probably never seen snow banks quite like the ones we've had this year.

Sometimes this year I have gotten a little frustrated with it when I seem to step in every pot hole with slush in it, or when I finally have a good hair day, only to have the snow turn it into looking like a wet dog. But when it's all said and done I am grateful for it! I wish that I hadn't broken my brand new camera because there were some truly amazing note worthy pictures this year. I am truly in awe at how much we are loved with all of the beautiful scenery even in the dead of winter (i.e. freshly fallen snow on trees).

Below is my favorite picture of this winter. It is on Brandon & Teresa's web page. The caption reads: "We force our child to play in the snow..."

A look into the Hodson's life....

Below is a slide show with a bunch of random pics from the past few years of our life together....I got them from my myspace account so most are from our trip to NZ with Ty's Mom and Jim.

Sara: The Newest Blogger

Hello everyone! I'm not really even sure exactly what a blog is....oh, wait for it... courtesy of Google: "A frequently updated journal or diary usually, often hosted by a third party." Anyways, I've decided to start one.

I've been using myspace for the past year and recently facebook. I love these for keeping in touch with high school friends, college friends, and family, but it seems a little juvenille for a 24 year old like myself. So, for now I'll keep them and start this Blog thing and see how it all goes.

K y'all, I'm off to my brand new job...and then Outback and Alvin and the Chipmunks for Ty's birthday.