Sleepover

Right before Christmas we had a little sleepover with Mark's and Scott's kids. Deegan conked out at the beginning, but the other 4 were little stinkers. They were just so cute I had to take pictures, now I wish I would of thought to take pictures of the stuff they did while I was sleeping.

I pumped up the air mattress, and so they jumped on it.







I tucked them in bed, started a movie and they calmed right down.. I thought they would be asleep in no time. I was tired and fell asleep for a minute and woke up to the sound of giggles. Conner had gotten into a chocolate covered pretzel and had it all over his face. The girls were playing in my mom's hair stuff and had their hair all pretty. I got them back in bed and they were settled down and I drifted off again and awoke to the sound of giggles. They had taken all of the books (and there are a lot of them) off of the shelves so they could read them... there were books everywhere! It was really funny. I just love those stinkers!

LIGHTS

This past Sunday, I took my roommate, Krystal to see the lights at temple square. It was her first time. Brian and his kids came too. It was pretty cold, but fun!

Christmas means Candy

Every year at Christmas time, my mom and my grandma get in the candy-making mode. Here are just a few pictures of what has been made:



There are Oreo Balls, Peanut brittle, toffee, caramel (both regular and licorice), marshmallow snowmen, cookies, and more.

Inspiring Message

My bishop sent this video to us for Christmas, as our Christmas card. I thought it was very inspiring, so I thought I would share it with you. Watch it, it is worth the 6 minutes!

Watercolors

I've posted my latest watercolors on my photo by natalie blog. Check 'em out!

A Home For My Art

So, I've decided to create a new blog for all of my artwork that isn't posted on my photography website. The link is on the right.. photos by natalie or the blog spot address is: photobynatalie.blogspot.com I figure this way they are all in one place and you can see what I am working on.

Painted Pony

Here is my latest work of art. I took this photo back in October, I don't think the guy knew I was taking a picture of him... he he he. I decided to do a painterly effect, which made it look old fashioned. I kinda like it.

Okay, so what if I'm odd

So I started my 9 week program to help me build up to a 5k today. And I decided that I need some motivators. So, I looked online for pictures and this is what I came up with. I put my head on the runner so I could visualize myself. he he he

Thankful

Since it is Thanksgiving, I thought I would tell you what I am thankful for:

-The opportunity to go to school- I say I'm sick of it and I can't wait until it's over, but I really am thankful that I can go to school.



-Family and Friends- you are all so wonderful!




-The gospel- it's scary to think where I would be without it.


-ipods- they are so useful when working out, walking to class, driving long distances and falling asleep.



-good books- who'd a thunk I'd be a reader!



-xxx vitamin water- it's so very yummy!

-My car, Stanley- actually I'm grateful that my brother was so willing to trade me for it. It's a good little SUV and I enjoy all of it's quirks.

-photography- It amazes me how far it has come!

-My can't live withouts: Dark chocolate, valentina hot sauce, cilantro and lime juice.

-Things that make me laugh- people too.



This list could go on forever!!

A goal in sight

So, the other day I was inspired to do a 5k run.

I looked for something coming up and I discovered that the Salt Lake Marathon has a 5k. So, April 19th I along with whoever else wants to join me, will be running 3.2 miles!

I found a program online to help me gradually start running so I can work up to that. I'm really quite excited about this, I've always wanted to do it, but never thought I could. Well, now I want to do it and will! Hooray! Let me know if you want to join in and I'll email you the program. My other goal includes losing some poundage. So, with this new program and a sensible


I will be well on my way to much success! Yippeeeeeeeeeee!