Sold!!

We bought a house and couldn't be more excited! We just went up to see it again today and it looks great. It is a new development in Mill Creek, Washington called Broadview Heights. They just put in the carpet and finished the hardwood floors this week. It is almost move in ready for us. Too bad we don't close until June 18th. I think this is the first time I am actually excited to move. Here are some pictures... Front door...Front hall...1/2 bath on main floor...Family Room...Kitchen/Dining Room...Stairs... Master Bedroom... Backyard...

The happy owners...

Spokane

Over Easter and Conference weekend all of the Plaster family gathered in Spokane. Everyone was there except for Peter, who we really missed. You can see more pictures on Lindsey's blog.

Here's the whole gang together.

Here is the original Plaster 7!

Saturday morning the kids woke up to discover the Easter bunny had come a day early. They had a little easter egg hunt around the house. They were very proud of all their loot.Here is Uncle B playing with some of the neices and nephews. I don't know exactly what they are playing?!Saturday night we had a little watch party. Here is everyone modeling the watches they picked.

Sunday afternoon all the little girls made bracelets.

I admit I didn't hear a lot of conference and am excited to get next month's Ensign. But I am proud to say I finally learn how to crochet...thanks to Lindsey and Angie's patiences! And I also turned 26...man I'm getting old. It was a fun weekend! Thanks for everything Debby and Jim! We were so glad to be able to spend time with the fam!

My 2 favorite things right now...

First this... Then these...

Surprisingly I have never owned or really listened to a lot of Taylor Swift until Brandon got me this CD for my birthday. I soon discovered I LOVE her! I also just picked up these shoes for the marathon at a steal of a deal. Only paid $9 for them when they usually cost $125 (I love coupons and gift cards). And they are absolute heaven to run in! You never really know how worn out your running shoes are until you go for a run in new ones. Together these two make for happy training!

Poll

Lisa and I are starting up a small jewelry business and need your help deciding on a name. We mostly make beaded watches but also make necklaces, earrings, and a few other miscellaneous things. We've come up with a couple names but just can't decide. So take a second and vote for your favorite in the poll on my sidebar or leave a comment with your own suggestion! THANKS!

HaPpY V.A.L.E.N.T.I.N.E.'.S DaY!!!
I love you Brandon! Thanks for making me laugh everyday!

Mexico

Last week my family and I went on a vacation to Mexico! My Mom, Dad, Halverson Family, and Brown Family were all there. We missed the Shamo Family, Morris Family, and Brandon! Hopefully next time we will all be together. It was a lot of fun and I thought I would share some of the pictures I took on the trip.

For the first couple days we hung out on the boat. We ate lots of ice cream and pizza. On Wednesday we made it to Puerto Vallarta. Clint, Brigham, Dad, and I went on an outdoor adventure where we ziplined and repelled in the jungle. We did this a few years ago and it was a lot of fun. They added a few new lines and obstacles. We had a good time! I got eight bug bites on one of my legs. And those crazy Mexican mosquito bites itch like crazy!!

By the time we got back to the boat everyone was ready to go to the beach! This beach had big strong waves which the kids loved to body surf.


One of the main attractions on the boat was a huge waterslide for the older kids and a slash pad for all the little kiddos! Here are some pictures of the kids playing around on the ship.

The next day we were in Mazatlan! This was our big BEACH DAY!! We took a taxi to a hotel which had access to the main beach. They had chairs and an umbrella for us. The waves were not quite as impressive as the day before but we had a lot of fun in the sand.

Crazy Isaac loved to play in the sand and even put it all over his face. Josh was completely covered in sand except for his finger nails which wouldn't let the sand stick.

Here is the big hole and burying Isaac and Josh. Josh jumped right out after we were done. Isaac had to be pulled out by his dad.

Josh is such a cutie even when he is covered in sand.

After the beach we went SHOPPING! The girls bought some beautiful swim suit coverups. Kail got a T-shirt. I think the beach and shopping wore Grandpa out and he slept on the bench as we waited for everyone to make their purchases.

Here are some random pictures of us around the ship. Every night we would come back from dinner and find a towel animal on our beds. We had a lobster, frog, dog, and flower. And look at poor Alicia's burned back...ouch!!

Friday we went to Cabo San Lucas! We didn't go to the beach that day. Instead we just went walking around the docks and shopping at the flea market.

To get to Cabo we had to take a tender. Here are Greg, Lisa, Dad, and Mom on the tender.

Here are Grandma and Grandpa with most of the Grandkids at the flea market.

All of the Halverson boys bought Mexican wrestling masks. One night while I was watching the kids for Lisa and Clint we had a wrestling match. Alicia was the referee and called the match. It was hilarious! I probably shouldn't show these pictures because then Lisa and Clint will never let me watch their kids again.

On Carnival they had a kids program. It was a big hit and all the kids loved going to 'GROUP.' They would come home everyday with T-shirts, artwork, pens, hats, bags, or FACE PAINT. Here is Josh as a tiger and Isaac as a rock star!

This is the only picture I have of me on the trip. I had to include it to prove I was there. (Thanks for posing with me Brig!)

After Cabo we headed back to California. Because of all the crazy weather in Southern California last week the seas were a bit rough. This made the captain slow down quite a bit which made us a couple hours late getting into Long Beach. I had an 11:15 flight and was already going to be cutting it close before we were delayed. They didn't let anyone off the ship until 10:20 and I was booking it to the airport. I honestly felt like I was on the Amazing Race! I barely made it on the plane but everything went smoothly from there.

Brandon picked me up from the airport and I was so excited to see him. When I walked in the door I saw this huge bouquet of red roses on our kitchen table. Brandon is so sweet. It was a fun week but I was definitely happy to see my handsome hubby!

Thanks for the great vacation Dad! I'm so happy I was able to go and spend time with the family!

Luck of the draw!

I can't believe it but I won this ipod shuffle at a work meeting today! I NEVER win anything and was shocked when they picked my number for the raffle.

Looks like 2010 is going to be a lucky year!