Life's Changes

(the moving truck and all of our stuff... not much, but it weighed 1600lbs or so)

 Some decisions in life are small and some are the big ones that change everything or will shape our future. Well we recently made one of those decisions. Ryan was offered a job in Maryland as a Sales Admin. Associate. So we decided to move to Virginia where we could live with my family while we save for a house. This was a big step for us. We didn't really know what to expect from this job. Nor did we know a month in advance that we would be moving for sure. We have been so blessed to see the hand of the Lord in our lives as we follow Him in faith. We packed up all our belongings- again- and shipped it off with a moving company to VA. The following week we ourselves started out on a 2300mile trek across the country. We've done this before together, but this time we went with an 8 month old baby! I thought it was be terrible for everyone, but it actually wasn't all that bad. We did it in 4 days, stopping with friends and family each night. The first night we stopped with my dad's college best friend, Jeff Carter, and his family in Colorado. The second day we drove to my grandma's in Nebraska. The third day we drove to Cincinnati where we spent the night with Ryan's mission president. And on the fourth and final day we drove to my parents house. 

(random pit stop in the middle of.... the US?)

Hailey was more than we could have asked for. She was so good for us! She only got cranky during the last hour of each day- it's like she could feel we were getting close to our destination and was feeling antsy! But who doesn't get antsy the last hour of a long day behind the wheel!? We made sure to take lots of stops so she could stretch her tiny legs and move around. I think she appreciated that (she started clapping and giggling every time the car stopped!) Overall, a good experience! Thanks to my patient and loving husband and my self-entertained baby angel! 

Zion's Narrow Hike

Our last weekend in St. George Utah was a Ferons' Family Reunion! Family came from San Diego and SLC. It was so much fun! We went to Zion's National Park one day to hike the Narrows! It was so cool! The cliffs were incredible and you walk through this canyon in the river! At one point we were in water up to our waist! The sites were gorgeous! We had a lot of fun- even Hailey enjoyed it! She was perfect the whole 5 hours!

Happy Quarter of a Century!

Ryan is officially a quarter of a century old... woooeee! For Ryan's 25th birthday we went to a place in St. George called "Fiesta Fun". Ryan's parents took us bumper boating, go carting, and mini golfing! It was a blast! We also had Ryan's cousin, Nathan (and his gf), with us and his Uncle Paul. It was tons of fun! The bumper boats was much more wet then I anticipated, but I guess that's why it's in the water. We dried off during our round of mini golf- which I kick but at, by the way! And we finished off with a crazy race of go carts! Happy Birthday Ryan! We then had cake and ice-cream at his grandma's house. We recently had all seen the new "Avengers" movie- which Ryan was totally crazy about! SO, we made him a hulk cake! We found hulk fists and smashed them into his cake! It was great!!! Then I surprised him with the car radio that he really wanted! I think the best part about that for him was the installing part the next day :). Overall, I think it was a great day! I would have nothing less for my wonderful hubby. 

Molly's Nipple

While we were in Utah, Ryan and I decided to hike a common near-by peak called Molly's Nipple. We were going to wake up early and climb up in time to se the sun rise, but our alarm didn't go off at the right time, so we missed it! We were pretty bummed. So instead we went to hike it in time for the sunset! It was great! It was practically walking up a wall the whole time on loose gravel! It was a really tough hike! I was really out of shape and huffed and puffed my way up the dang mountain. Ryan was patient and encouraging and we made it just in time to watch the sun set. The feeling of accomplishment at making it up that peak and watching the beautiful skyline as the sun set behind the horizon was amazing! It was a great experience for us to spend together. I hope we will always continue to have moments like those- moments that remind us how much we love each other and that no matter what comes our way in life, together, we will succeed!

Solar Eclipse

Did you guys know that there was a solar eclipse a few weeks ago? It was only visible in certain parts of the world. I happened to be in St. George, UT at the time it happened and we were able to see it. Well, there's not much to see if you only have your bare eyes! You can go to a store and get some nifty glasses that let you look at the sun, but they cost a fortune! So here's a neat homemade trick....

PopTart Bags!

Who knew!? I sure didn't. But my clever husband did! Thanks to him, we were all able to watch the solar eclipse! It was a pretty neat experience. We got out our portable telescope and taped a poptart bag to the lens and focused it on the sun and moon. It was great! We spent all evening watching the sun disappear behind the moon and the "ring of fire"! 

Our Life that is Hailey

Hailey has reached the ripe old age of 8 months! I know! She's growing like a weed! Still no teeth, but man does she make up for it in other areas! This girl could not move MORE than she already does, or jabber MORE than she already does! She is constantly on the go, go, go! There are new things to explore, taste, and squish between her cute little fingers! Here are a few shorts on Hailey.

Cat and Mouse:
Recently we were visiting Hailey's Great Grandma Sheila (GGS). Well GGS has a black cat that roams the premise. We were sitting in the living room and said cat comes in to inspect the small human. Hailey did NOT appreciate this. Even though the cat was sitting a good 4 feet away and simply staring at her, she gave a screech that was so loud the cat jumped high- hair on end- and ran as fast as he could for cover! We all thought it was the cat's screech! But no, it was my daughter! Apparently she's not a cat person!

Lickin' Good:
I don't know what it is about baby's and there desire to feel textures with their tongues. That is not what comes to mind when I find a fascinating texture, fabric, pattern, or design. Can you imagine if adults went around licking everything they found to be of fascinating texture?! Disgusting- but somehow, we can't help but snap a picture and laugh at how cute the baby is! Hailey has licked everything from her hairbrush, to the stuck-o wall on the outside of the house, to wood flooring, to grass, etc. It always gives us the giggles when she stops dead in her tracks to lick whatever it is she has found.

Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend:
Every night, as part of Hailey's bedtime routine, I give her a bath and lotion her up before putting on her jammies and into bed. One night, before I applied lotion to her cute little self, I took off my wedding ring and placed it on the rather low foot rest of the couch. I went about our bedtime routine, forgetting about my ring, until suddenly I saw that Hailey picked something up off the floor and was attempting to chew and swallow (She does this fairly regularly). So I stopped her and put my finger in her mouth to find the object of her desire! To my surprise and shock, I pulled out my own diamond wedding ring! I have a feeling that wouldn't have gone down too well for her! Good thing I caught her! Now I remember why I never take my ring off!

I hope you enjoyed reading these stories as much as we enjoyed living them!