Blah!

These last few days I have felt kind of blah. Thankfully what I thought was a cold was just allergies. I have been doing horribly with my calorie counting lately and had a "fat day" yesterday. Kyle just laughed at me when I was indulging in a delicious brownie in a mug. I haven't been sleeping well at night either which usually is never a problem. Hopefully I will get out of this funk soon, maybe some XBOX kinect will help. Good thing Kyle gets home early today (it's mandatory that they be out of work by 3:30) maybe we can just lay around and be lazy together. :)

Over the next few months I have a lot of FRG classes scheduled that I need to be re-certified in. I have a binder that I keep all of my certificates in and I realized today that they all are over a year old. I actually really enjoy taking these classes, it's nice to re-fresh all this information. I will also be taking a class that is geared toward spouses of soldiers that will be taking command. My calender is quickly filling up and I absolutely love it. I will also be volunteering at a few events for the Officer's Spouses Club, this excites me greatly! Looking forward to meeting even more new people.

We do have a fun weekend planned, we are going to a UTEP (University of Texas El Paso) basketball game. It's military night and I thought it would be something fun for us to do. We are also finally going to the Zoo on Sunday. Yay! Very much excited for this weekend.

Happy Thursday!

Wordless Wednesday (sort of)

I don't have a whole lot to say today so I will just leave you with these gems.

 Fishy and Emma highjacked our bed a few nights ago.

 Fishy wanted to help Kyle bottle some beer haha.

Have a great day!

a few thoughts

*As you all know I will be going to Vegas in March. Partly for a dear friends wedding but mostly it's a chance to see my family and to meet the newest addition to my sister Lisa's family:

Isn't he soooo cute!?!? They will get him tomorrow and his name is Zero (french bulldog), in homage to my sister's favorite The Nightmare Before Christmas. I can't wait to see him and Emma play together. She hasn't been around a puppy in a very long time.

*When we moved to El Paso we noticed that right around the corner (literally 1.5 miles from the house) there were building a Planet Fitness. We decided that once it opens we will be getting a membership. Driving to post a few days a week will cost more in gas than the $10/month membership plus Planet Fitness is open 24 hours. We can walk or run there anytime of the day, can't wait!!

*I have my dermatology appointment today. I'm really hoping they can do something to help with my eczema, it is driving me absolutely crazy. 

*Kyle and I both seem to be feeling somewhat better. I have some sinus pressure still and Kyle is a little congested but I think we caught it quickly and managed to keep it from getting worse. I'm bummed we didn't make it to the zoo yesterday, hopefully this weekend it will happen.

*I made the most delicious brownies yesterday (yes I am very proud of them haha). 

I normally would wait to post this on my food blog (which I will still do) but here is the recipe:

2 squares (1 oz. each) unsweetened chocolate
1/4 cup butter
1 cup sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup all purpose flour, sifted
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1/4 cup chocolate chips

1 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Preheat oven to 350°F degrees. Butter or spray (with non-stick spray) an 8 inch square pan.
In a large bowl, melt the chocolate and butter together in the microwave or over a pan of hot water.
Stir in the remaining ingredients, mixing thoroughly.
Transfer batter to baking pan and smooth over the top.
Bake 30 minutes or until the top has a dull sheen.
Cool for 5 minutes, then cut into bars. Roll in confectioners sugar, if desired.

They are amazing, Kyle has been eating them heated up with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. 

Enjoy your day!!!

down for the count

Yesterday, I left early in the morning to run some errands. Kyle called me and asked me to stop and get him orange juice. I'm sure you are wondering why this matters. Well, my strong and big manly husband never admits when he is sick, so I knew something was up. The dreaded cold bug has gotten him and now I'm starting to feel it. Ugh. We are supposed to go to the El Paso Zoo today but if we can't get it together we won't be going anywhere. Praying that it doesn't turn into any kind of flu or worse.

This is how I feel! Hopefully it leaves our house soon. Both of us sick is not a good thing. I guess it's good that Kyle didn't have to work today.

Time to go crawl back into bed. Yes I'm actually up at 2am this time. Ugh.

Have a good Monday everyone!

Tax Time!

Yesterday we were able to file our taxes. We had all of our documents in order but thanks to the education forms it won't be processed until late February/early March. We already have very big plans for this money. We are combining it with the DLA Travel Money we received from our move and we are paying off my car! WOO HOO!! You have no idea how excited it makes to pay it off 2 years early. We will have 2 paid off vehicles. We originally wanted to pay off our credit card but we figured the interest on my car loan was far more significant. 

 Soon very soon this beauty will be 100% ours:

In case you are wondering her name is Squiggy haha...Kyle's car is Lenny and if anyone can tell what TV show these names are from you are AWESOME!

What are your plans for your tax refund this year? Vacation? Bills? 

Happy Sunday and to those watching the Superbowl, have a blast! :)

long weekend

I have to say that this last week was a pretty good one! 

I finally was able to set up my first appointment with my new RE doctor. Operation Baby Smith will begin on February 13th. I can't wait to get this going. I also got the off post provider information my new dermatologist I will see them on February 5th. 

I was able to meet up with a very dear friend and her little boy on Wednesday to have lunch. It's always nice to catch up and relax. Thursday morning I woke up bright and early to get tickets to see The Killers. The venue was doing their pre-sale and I went and waited in line. We now have 2 tickets to see them on May 6th!

Last night we attended our first Hail and Farewell with Kyle's new unit. I was able to meet his coworkers that he will be working with until June. It was held at the Fort Bliss Rod and Gun Club, they had karaoke and each of the brigade shops had to sing. Haha here is Kyle and the Brigade S2 shop:

It was nice to be officially welcomed into the brigade.

This weekend Kyle has a 3 day, woo hoo! All thanks to the Superbowl. We are having our taxes done today and we will finally be able to pay off our credit card. Tomorrow we are relaxing at home and watching the Superbowl. Monday we have plans to go to the zoo and just enjoy the beautiful weather we are supposed to get. 

Have a great weekend!

You Asked, I answered.

Thank you so much to everyone who asked questions! Here are my answers, enjoy!

1. Ashley @ The Kitchen-Sink Chronicles: How did you meet your husband?

I actually met my husband in the 6th grade. We went to the same middle school, tried to date in HS but since we went to different schools so it was hard. He still has the piece of paper that I wrote my phone number down on. He is the best thing that has ever happened to me.

2. Jessi Francis @ Flawless: What is your favorite band at the moment?

My favorite band at the moment is The Killers. The leader singer, Brandon Flowers, went to my HS a few years before I did. I love their style and am really excited to see them live in May.

3. Shannon @ sitting in a tree: What would you consider your decorating style? Contemporary? Eclectic? 

Oh gosh, my decorating style is all over the place. I probably more closely relate to an eclectic style. I don't like being stuck with any sort of theme or style. 

4.  Heather @ The Fox Family: What is the worst part of being an Army Wife? 

I would have to say the worst part of being an Army Wife is dealing with the stereotype that we are often given. I can deal with deployments, long training cycles, and late nights. I hate being thought of as a gold digger (not really much gold to dig lol) and someone who just sits around the house all day eating bon-bons and watching tv.  

5. Jamie @ ChatterBlossom: When and why did you start blogging?

I started blogging roughly 4 1/2 years ago. I was just getting started in this military way of life and I wanted to have an outlet to vent frustrations and keep my family updated as well. It has turned into a wonderful thing and I have made many wonderful blogger friends.

6. Mail4Rosey @ Mail4Rosey: Where did you get that fabulous dress in your avatar?

This question makes me smile. I actually bought that dress at Sears, it is one of my favorites! Can't go wrong with the sale rack. 

7. Lanaya @ Raising Reagan: You have talked a lot about the struggles of not being able to get pregnant. What would you say is the one thing that keeps you going?

I would have to say the one thing that keeps me going is my husband. He has been such an amazing support and my rock during all of this.

8. Jenna @ From Louisiana With Love : What is one high and one low of being an Army wife?

One high of being an Army Wife are the amazing friends that I have made. One low is the separation from my husband. I can deal with it but I don't have to like it.

9. Jenna @ From Louisiana With Love What is your favorite accessory and why?

My favorite accessory would have to be the double-heart Tiffany necklace Kyle bought me for my birthday in 2008.

10: Alex @ Army Wife, Mommy Life: What is the one thing in your kitchen that you couldn't live without?

I would have to say my KitchenAid Mixer. That appliance is amazing and I use it for everything. It would come with me if the house caught on fire haha.

11: Gina @ Modern World: What is your greatest pet peeve?

My greatest pet peeve would have to be people who chew with their mouth open. That is like nails on a chalkboard for me.

12. Mrs. K @ Mrs. K and Captain J: sweet or salty?

Oh salty! I'm not a big sweets person but if you put a bowl of chips in front of me they are all mine haha.

13. Julie Lynn @ Becoming a Navy Wife: What's your favorite town that you lived in so far and why?

El Paso hands down! I am a desert rat and EP reminds me so much of Vegas. I feel right at home.

14. Jackie @ City Girl Finding Her Place In The World: What, if anything, are you looking most forward to this year?? 

I am looking forward to the new journey of trying to start a family. We have so much hope and feel that this is our year.

15. Angie @ Life of a mommy, wife, and teacher...: Did you go to college? if so what is your degree in?

I went to college for a semester at UNLV (University of Nevada Las Vegas) and then I started working full-time. My plan is to start culinary school this year.

16: WhisperingWriter @ Airing My Dirty Laundry, One Sock At A Time...: What is your favorite snack food?

I'm not a big snacker but if I had to choose it would be cutie oranges. I could eat those ALL THE TIME. They are incredibly addicting. 

These next few questions are from Jax @ the harmon squad:

17. How long does it take you to get ready in the morning:

Depending on what I'm doing to my hair anywhere from 10-15 minutes. I'm pretty low maintenance haha.

18. Do you talk to other drivers while driving?

I wouldn't call it talking, but more yelling. :)

19. Are you a neat freak or have clutter?

I'm a crazy neat freak. I can't stand clutter it drives me absolutely crazy.

20. Would you rather own a fancy house or fancy car?

I would say a fancy house. Neither really suit me but that's what I would choose.

21. What country (other than the US) would you love to visit?

I would love to go to Australia. I have heard so many amazing things about it and I want to experience everything it has to offer.

22. If you could speak another language, what would it be? And why?

Hmmm....I would love to speak french. It's such a romantic and sexy language.  Plus if I could speak the language I would be more inclined to visit. 

23. What "bad" food is your weakness?

I have many haha. The hot fudge sundae from cheesecake factory is my weakness. Good thing the closest one is 4 hours away. 

24. Eloquent Obi @ Eloquent Rambles: Where would your dream vacation spot and what would you do there? Who would you want to go with? Just your hubby or bring others along?

My dream vacation is Maui, Hawaii. I went in 2005 and I desperately want to go back. I think it would just be me and Kyle. We would whale watch, go to luau's, lay on the beach and just enjoy the time together.

These next 2 questions are from Christina @ One Year to a Quarter Life Crisis 

25. How many kids would you like to have in a perfect world?

In a perfect world, I would love to have 4. Given our journey to have children having one healthy child is what we are striving for.

26. Do you enjoy being an army wife, and did you ever envision yourself being one?

I love being an Army Wife, I am incredibly proud of my husband.  I have made some amazing friends because of this life and we have lived in some great places. I never envisioned being one but now that I am I couldn't imagine my life being any other way. 

27. Shannon @ Shenanigans Rose: Were there any difficulties or surprises that you wished someone told you about before you got married?

When Kyle and I got married there of course were things that I knew would be different. When you marry into the military life there will be obstacles and complications. As far our relationship I knew what I didn't want to go through again because I had been married before. I was more prepared the 2nd time around, thank goodness! :) 


Thank you so much for all the wonderful questions, I really enjoyed answering them. I hope you all have a great weekend! :)