Nicole and Chris

Lucian's new room color

2009-11-06T16:12:00.000-08:00

So I had the inspiration to paint all the wood molding in Lucians room green to match all the rainforest decor. It looks really good. The curtains my mom sewed a jungle ribbon to the top to give it just the right touch. The only thing that will change is the curtain hanging in the closet will be a new one to match the room soon.

A NEW BABY!!!!!!!

2009-10-06T21:58:00.000-07:00

This little guy is a beautiful little boy that has blessed our lives. We have waited and struggled so long to have a baby and now we do. He is worth every struggle we have had. A miracle baby is what we call him!!!!!

A Mexican Fiesta

2009-03-19T22:15:00.000-07:00

A Mexican Fiesta!!! This was show at one of our hotel resaurants. The fiesta tells a story of how MX became MX and where it all began. It was a wonderful story, one of which I never knew!!!The beauty in their dresses and skill in the Dancing was captivating. Mexico does have a very unique and spectacular culture and history.

The Cathedral

2009-03-19T22:07:00.000-07:00

The beautiful Cathedral in MX is located in the heart of downtown. It was rebuilt with soley donations. The perimiter is enclosed with large fences and gates but the doors are opened to public daily. If you ever have the chance to research the meaning of this Cathedral, I recommend it. The inside is crafted with 24K gold and hand carved statues on every turn. Very beautiful.

A Visit to the Aquarium

2009-03-19T21:58:00.000-07:00

We went to the Aquarium and it's like Sea World. Very small and limited. MX is not a rich city by far so they do what they can. We saw an octopus moving faster than I have ever seen one move before. Also they put on a Sea Lion show. It was a pleasant specticle.

A man in a tank with two large sharks=CRAZY. This man hugged them, dragged them like they were puppets and danced in circles with them. To scary for me!!!! CHris gets a nice photo with his parents with the skeleton of a whale behind.

I get to view the process of a mommy turtle laying her eggs and how they make is or not to sea once hatched. Of course this turtle isn't real. It depicts the santuary that Mexico has for turtles to help the babies make it sea without being picked off by seagulls.

Bienvenidos Mexico!!!!!!

2009-03-19T21:49:00.000-07:00

Shopping in MX was a blast. We went to a place called the market which is wall to wall and ceiling to ceiling of shops. When you shop you barter with everything. I got some great deals!!!! It was walkning through a mad house. All tey want is to make a sale and they pull you into their shops in hopes to make a sale. You learn to be strong and say "NO GRACIAS" And let me tell you Mexican candy isn't my favorite, even their chocolate is different.

The night life was always buzzing. Almost every restaurant is outside seating. While you are eating people walk onto the sidewalk performing music and danicing in hopes to get tipped. The dancing is great and music is powerful.

Senior Frog is a big Dance Club and Store. We pose with a few of their characters outside the store.

THE BEACH AND POOL SCENE!!!!

2009-03-19T21:35:00.000-07:00

Horse back riding on the beach.(every girls fantasy) It was amazing. We got to go up and down the beach for about 40 minutes.

Our hotel had two swimming pools and one which went through the hotel. Literally. We walked through the hotel with a stream of the pool and you could even swim through if you wanted. Outside it contained a large rock waterfall which you could jump off or there was a built in slide to go down. It was a great refreshment to a hot day.

The ocean was always buzzing with activity. Hot sunny skies and warm salty water were a formula for getting wet in the water!!!! We did some boogy boarding and just suntanning in the sun. (Did I mention my great TAN!!!!!)

Mazatlan Mexico

2009-03-19T21:24:00.001-07:00

This is the view from our balcony. We stayed at the lovely El Cid- El Moro. All buildings in MX are constructed completly of stone, marble and granite. No wood here!!The golf cart looking vehicles are know as Pulmoneas which are what they look like, Golf Carts, but with real motors and are the major source of transportation for tourists. Their name mean Lung sickness. Back in the day when they were invented they gave people lung sickness such as Pnemonia as the cart is not enclosed and they were driven in harsh weather conditions. The view from the balcony is breathtaking. In front of the hotel views parts of the city where it's mostly hotels and condos.

The back side of our hotel pictures the beautiful ocean and an island called Deer Island which is where mazatlan gets it's name from meaning Land of the Deer.

More Mexico

2009-03-19T21:11:00.000-07:00

A trip on the Catamaran leads to an uninhibited island where the waters are great for snorkeling. We look splended in our scuba gear!!

A man with an iguana walks the beach letting people pose with it for 20 pesos. It's a fun picture!!

I am posing on the ship before we set sail. The marina is filled with sail boats that are huge and a few yachts as well. This was the first time I have ever been on a boat in the ocean. It was a beautiful sail around the islands of Mexico.

RINGING IN THE NEW YEAR

2009-01-01T22:28:00.000-08:00

Ringing in the new year with fun at Spokane's First Night. We did ice skating, masquerade ball dancing, face painting and just visiting all the different activities. Happy New Year everyone!!!

Christmas Lights

2008-12-18T12:50:00.001-08:00

This is our house before the snow storm. So many Christmas lights on our house I think that the Astronaughts can see us from space!!!!!

SNOW!SNOW!SNOW!!!!!

2008-12-18T12:09:00.000-08:00

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas

2008-12-18T11:09:00.000-08:00

Well, we are in a winter snow warning with over 18 inches of snow so far. The roads are a mess, wrecks everywhere and most business and schools are closed. It is fun to play in though. Everyone is advised to stay home and don't go anywhere unless it's a must need. We should be out of the snow warning soon but more snow is to come in the next week. Be safe everyone!!

Graduated at Last

2008-11-11T19:28:00.000-08:00

Finally I graduated from class with a 95% and many recomendations for a new career. It's the start at something new!!!!!

SCARY---BOO---HAPPY HALLOWEEN

2008-10-31T21:18:00.000-07:00

Well we dressed up just for the trick-or-treaters. I decided to be a bloody nurse, Chris was a WSU fan and Daisy was a ballerina princess. I know Haley will appreciate Daisy's costume. We had about 60 kids come. I think the cutest was a 3 yr old girl who was dressed up as super girl and had a poodle on a leash she was walking with her that was dressed up as super dog. it was the cutest thing.Now I guess it's on to Thanksgiving. Happy Halloween everyone!!

2008-10-23T23:36:00.000-07:00

Chris turns 34!!!

2008-10-23T23:20:00.000-07:00

What to do..Nothing better than a surprise party!! Chris didn't even suspect a thing.. He came home and we all yelled surprise and he about had a heart attack..He had a good time. His parents, my parents, his sister, our neighbors and grandma Jody all shared in the fun. All was great but missed those that couldn't be there. till next year!!

It's Halloween Pumpkin Time

2008-10-23T23:07:00.000-07:00

My and Chris's carved pumpkins. We got them from siemers during the apple festifal at bigelow gulch. Can you guess which two are mine and which is Chris's?

BASS OF THE YEAR

2008-09-08T23:15:00.000-07:00

I caught this beautiful largemouth bass at Riley Creek on Preist River while camping September 4th. How exciting. I guess I still have the touch!!

The New Bedroom

2008-08-21T16:56:00.000-07:00

With red walls and white Hawaiian flowers this is a fun and romantic getaway for the bedroom> Not perfection but perfect for us!!!!

The Concert of the Year

2008-08-16T16:29:00.000-07:00

We were fortunate enough to see Carrie Underwood and Josh Turner in live concert. Held at the Spokane Arena we were just inches away from the action. My first concert I have ever been to shared with with my wonderful husband!!

The start of US!!!!

2008-08-16T16:07:00.000-07:00

This is how we started with all the love and happiness all around!!! Married for three years we are still going strong.