tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12576004926473211192024-03-05T13:40:49.310-08:00The Adventures of My Married Life!!!I got married on July 27th 2010! This is about all the adjustments and adventures my husband and I have, on our way through eternity.Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.comBlogger112125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-62283520414274338342014-10-16T13:29:00.000-07:002014-10-16T13:29:18.753-07:00Finding out we are expecting Baby #2So we found out on July 21st that we are expecting baby number 2! That was our 3rd month trying but we had just found out my Sarcoidosis had relapsed. So we were going to have to start up treatment again. I was crushed. They ran a bunch of tests including a pregnancy test that came back negative <i>(it was 6 days before I was due)</i>. They wanted me to start treatment right away but I was determined to wait until my period came so there was no chance I was pregnant. So I didnt start treatment. I kept myself distracted planning Kaydens birthday party. The monday after his party I was 10 days late. So when out grocery shopping I picked up a test. I figured when it was negative we would know for sure I wasnt pregnant and we could start treatment again. So once I got home I took the test and it immediately had a +. I was shocked. I started crying. Honestly at this point we were looking into adoption. The doctor had said my sarcoidosis might be chronic and I would have to be on permenant treatment where I wouldn't be able to get pregnant. So this was the last month at least for a year that we would be able to try. I was so happy. I ran out and told Kayden.<br />
I still couldnt convince myself I was really pregnant so I took the second test. Again it instantly turned up +.<br />
I took a picture and texted it to my mom! I immediately called her so that I would get to hear her reaction when she opens the text. She hadn't opened it yet when I called. She was a surprised as I was.<br />
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Of course I had to find out on a Monday which is the day Jonny works the longest. I had to work so hard to keep my mouth shut. Once he got home I told him Kayden got him a gift today.<br />
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I am so excited that we are going to have the opportunity to have another baby!<br />
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<br />Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-82674694135784431002014-03-20T14:04:00.000-07:002014-03-20T14:04:26.569-07:00New Job, New PlanSo with the onset of my Sarcoidosis alot of things had to change. Thankfully Jonny found a great job! The day after I stopped school he applied at CenturyLink. I call it his first grown up job. It is his first job that is Monday through Friday. The hours right now are 10-7 but after he moves up in seniority he can get either 9-6 or 8-5. He gets benefits and paid vacation.<br />
I absolutely love this job!<br />
Having him home on the weekends has been great! We were planning on him going back to school in Pocatello but with a job like this how could we move. Did I mention they pay for his schooling? So he is going to school part time online. After this semester he will have his associates. Then he is going to continue on to get his bachelors in business.<br />
We plan on him working his way up in the company. They have branches all over. Eventually I still hope to move to Florida. I would love to live on the beach.<br />
I hate winter! I hate being stuck inside. Florida will definitely happen one day. I can dream anyway.<br />
For now we are enjoying having weekends together.Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-75325652312924790432014-03-20T13:54:00.003-07:002014-03-20T13:54:58.559-07:00SarcodosisIts been over a year since I have posted on this blog. So many changes and so many things have happened.<br />
I started Cosmetology school. I got diagnosed with Sarcoidosis. I had to stop Cosmetology school. <br />
That was honestly one of the hardest things. I loved Cosmetology school and was actually pretty good at it. I was there for 600 hours. I can still cut hair but the chemicals don't react well with my lungs so I can't be around them much. I am still cutting families hair which I really enjoy.<br />
The process of getting diagnosed was definitely not pleasant. It all started out with me going to urgent care a couple times but they just gave me an antibiotic without much thought.<br />
Then one day I was at school doing highlights on my mannequin and it became hard to breathe. So I went to the ER. They tried to blow me off too but I made them run some tests.<br />
After the xrays came back they told me I needed to go to a specialist. Thats is when all the tests started. First it was xrays, then it was a CAT scan, then it was a breathing test. After that they said it was either sarcoidosis or possibly Cancer.<br />
I have to admit when I heard that I freaked on the inside. I stayed calm on the outside mostly because everyone else was so worried.<br />
The thought of not being around to see your child grow up is the scariest thing possible. I am a planner. So my only way of staying calm was to plan out best and worse case scenario. <br />
So the next step was a lung biopsy. I was awake for the procedure but drugged enough that I don't remember it. Overall it went well but they nicked my throat on the way down and it got infected. So after missing 3 days of school I went to the doctor for medicine.<br />
A couple of days later we had the results. Thank heavens it was not cancer.<br />
Sarcoidosis it was. The treatment hasn't been too bad. I was put on steroids and told that school was a no go at least temporarily. It didn't take long for them to say I should quit permanently.<br />
The steriods have been a long process. I started them in November. In January they lowered the dose to start the weaning process. Now in March they lowered it again. I am down to half the original dose.<br />
The side affects haven't been too bad. I am hungry all the time. Sadly my metabolism isn't as fast. I have gained like 15 lbs. Not too happy about that but hopefully after I am off the medicine I will be able to loose it.<br />
I have to say the most frustrating part is the unknown. Sarcoidosis is pretty rare and not very studied. It fluctuates its severity pretty drastically from case to case. Some people have it and it goes away without them ever knowing that they have it. Other people have it so severely they need a lung transplant and it can spread to your eyes and heart.<br />
I am grateful that it hadn't spread to any where else and that my body is taking the treatment so well.<br />
Hopefully only a couple more months and I will be off it completely.<br />
The next thing is keeping an eye out for relapse. Most times relapse happens fairly fast after the initial time so fingers crossed that doesn't happen. <br />
I think the reason it took so long to write this post it I was scared of it. I hate not having control over something in my life especially when it is my own body.<br />
I am so glad things are going the way they are now.Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-37845593708616392472013-02-17T20:29:00.001-08:002013-02-17T20:29:13.272-08:00Valentines Day<div style="text-align: center;">
This year Valentines Day was amazing. On Valentines day I had a dozen roses mailed to me from proflowers. Jonny was mad when he found out they were mailed and not hand delivered so he showed up with a dozen more roses and a candy bouquet. I gave him a bag of cookies n cream kisses and a big reeses heart.</div>
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We had to celebrate on the weekend since he had class all day. So Saturday morning we went to run errands. We had been guessing what we got each other. I saw someone walk into the bank with a coach purse. So I asked if thats what he got me. He had the oh crap look on his face and tried to lie but it was pretty bad. So when we got home he went and got it and gave it to me. It was an amazing purse!!! And Kayden got me the matching wallet. </div>
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After Kaydens nap we dropped him off with Betty and went out to dinner. At dinner I gave him a card with an explanation of his gift. I got us a room at a bed and breakfast. <a href="http://wildrosemanor.com/" target="_blank">Wild Rose Manor</a>.</div>
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It was so amazing! Our room had a hottub and a fireplace.</div>
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At nighttime they served icecream and strawberries. We got to relax in the hottub. The breakfast was incredible. She made cinnamon rolls, hashbrowns, fresh fruit, yogurt, and omelets. It was way yummy. We had so much fun playing games and just being together. It was our first getaway without Kayden. </div>
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This was definitely the best Valentines Day Ever! I have no clue how we will ever top it!</div>
Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-47916751138998967662013-01-07T21:47:00.002-08:002013-01-07T21:47:43.670-08:00update!!!<div style="text-align: center;">
So I wrote this whole post once already and then accidentally deleted it :( So I fail!<br />Well here it goes the second time!<br />So we went on an amazing vacation back in November! We went to Ft. Lauderdale, the Bahamas, and Orlando. It was an amazing trip! I have tons of photos!<i>(Ill try to blog about it soon)</i>We finished the semester and did really good! I got 2 A's and 1 B. Jonny got 3 A's and 1 B. I am so proud that we did so good while Jonny was working a ton and taking care of Kayden.</div>
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We are getting ready to start our new semester. Jonny is taking 18 credits at BSU. This will be his last semester before pharmacy school!!! YAY!!! </div>
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So we are vigorously working on those applications. We are applying to 6 different schools. Our first choice would obviously be to stay here. Our second choice is either Ohio or Nevada. Then we are also applying to New York, Colorado, and Texas. So no clue where we will be this fall. I am just excited to begin Pharmacy school. It will be either 3-4 years depending on the school. But then Jonny will have his PhD. </div>
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I am taking 6 credits at ISU online. I have also decided to take a job on so that Jonny will either work 1 shift a day or not at all. That is still to be decided.</div>
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I am starting a job as a receptionist at a tax agency. It is a seasonal job but that will be perfect with the timing of our move! I will be working full time M-F 8-4.</div>
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The only downside is Jonny has class starting at 3 M-TH. </div>
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So we have had to find a babysitter to watch Kayden 2 hours 4 days a week. Thankfully we found someone in the ward that was willing to do it for a good deal! </div>
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I start work next Monday but Jonny doesn't have school until the 22nd so we have some transition time. </div>
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There will be a ton of changes this next semester but I am so excited for our future!</div>
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Another change has been our ward. It got too big so the stake was reorganized and they created a new ward which we are now in. With all this happening Jonny got called to be the assitant ward clerk over membership. So he will be busy. I now have a meeting with the bishop tomorrow aka I am getting a calling. I really am excited to be of use in this ward I just hope its not a teaching calling. I am super shy at church. Which is funny because those that know me know I talk alot! But at church I never really talk. I will have to wait and see tomorrow.</div>
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I am really going to try to blog more this semester! There will be lots of changes so I will try to keep everyone up to date :) </div>
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School starts back in less then a week! I am a lil nervous. I have a ton to do this week before classes start. Once financial aid gets here we have to go shopping and get books and everything! And have to finish getting the apartment organized! </div>
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I am excited to be going back. I think I want to be a guidance counselor. I am taking a psychology class to test it out before I jump in full swing. And I am taking 2 of my prereq classes. </div>
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Jonny is going full time plus working. Its going to be crazy.</div>
Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-50576215124693409302012-08-21T09:32:00.001-07:002012-08-21T09:32:35.829-07:00Moving to Boise<div align="center">
So this last month has been completely chaotic. We came to Boise to get a break for a bit and ended up moving her instead. We switched out mind back and forth for a while but ended up staying here. </div>
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We love our new apartment it is huge! 970 squarefeet! 2 br 2 bath. It has a cute lil side yard that is all ours!Kayden loves crawling in the grass.</div>
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And the location is perfect. Its only like 15 minutes from everything! 15 min to my sister bettys house, Jonnys work and downtown boise!</div>
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Its perfect. I am really happy here.</div>
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So I just realized that I didn't write on our 2 year anniversary last month. </div>
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I can't believe we have already been married for that long. Time really does pass fast. Good thing we have all of eternity!</div>
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We were able to go out and have a date night since my sister watched Kayden. </div>
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We went out to Red Lobster and ate a ton! I took like half my meal home to eat later and I still ate way too much! But it was so good!!!</div>
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Then we were suppose to go to a movie in the park but it just kept getting hotter outside so we were going to go to a cheap movie but my sister bought us movie tickets to the Avengers. Honestly I was a little nervous about going to a movie theater since the shooting in Colorado but I went anyways. It was a really good movie!!!</div>
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We had such a great anniversary! I can't wait to see what the next year brings.</div>
Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-6389240357651877162012-07-02T19:52:00.001-07:002012-07-02T19:52:09.903-07:00Eat Pray Love<div align="center">
After watching just parts of this movie with my mother it really made me stop and think. Why can't life be that simple? Why are we always so wrapped up in what other people think about us? We are constantly worried about our looks, our actions, and anything else that can possibly be judged by others. I have noticed myself sacrificing my own happiness to make others happy. What sort of life are we living if our biggest concern is what others think? </div>
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Watching just part of this movie made it clear to me that we are not living the life we are meant to by doing so. </div>
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Now I'm not saying we shouldn't help one another, but why do others expect us to sacrifice our happiness for theirs? It just doesn't make since to me. I am more then willing to help others when they need it. But that is as far as it goes for now on. I have sacrificed so much to try to have a connection with some people but it shouldn't be so difficult. </div>
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This is my life after all so I think its time that my happiness be important. </div>Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-29209260438387971592012-05-13T12:39:00.002-07:002012-05-13T12:39:48.107-07:00First Mothers Day<div align="center">
It is so strange actually being acknowledged on mothers day! Well this year was my first celebration. </div>
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Since Jonny had to work on mothers day and I worked the day before and we had a work meeting the day before that, We celebrated on thursday! </div>
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And I was spoiled!! It was <strong>SO </strong>nice being pampered. I got a mani/pedi at reflections. It was nice to get out and relax! After that we had a picnic for lunch and played with Kayden at the park. I got surprised with a gift card to the spa in town and promptly called to see if I could get a massage which I did!</div>
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Talk about a relaxing day! To top it all off Jonny made me dinner. It was so cool for him to realize everything I do. </div>
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Today is actually mothers day. We haven't been able to do much. Kaydens nap schedule was thrown off since he woke up earlier then usual. So we went to bear world a lil before Jonnys shift so we rode some rides and just spent time together. </div>
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It was way fun. </div>Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-33011116201602218192012-05-01T15:58:00.000-07:002012-05-01T15:58:49.983-07:00Catching up<div align="center">
Tons has happened since I posted yet. Jonny's mom came up to visit. It was really fun. She even sent us out on a date night. We went out to eat, went to a movie, and got cupcakes. It was great!</div>
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Jonny and I both got jobs at bear world. I am really enjoying working again. Its great to be around people my age and it feels really good to be contributing to our finances. I have been loving work. It has been hard being away from Kayden but its good that Kayden and Jonny are getting time together more often. We have only been working weekends so far. After this weekend we will be working more often.</div>
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I have also decided to go back to school for zoology. I have applied at ISU and should know by next wednesday. Since they have accepted me once I don't think I will have a problem. I am really excited. Prolly will only take 2 online classes to start. But atleast its a start. </div>
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We will be moving to Pocatello in August and then we will both hopefully be starting school.</div>
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The first one was about <strong>open marriages!</strong> Like seriously why did you even get married?!?!?! The whole point of marriages is that they aren't open! <br />
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-O-zCiUCc3E">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-O-zCiUCc3E</a><br />
These people not only have an open marriage but they have a child! Talk about messed up. I can't even imagine how that child is going to be raised!<br />
This is another story on yahoo news.<br />
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Why is cheating so encouraged these days? I have seen cheating destroy marriages and the people in them. Why is this encouraged!<br />
When I was talking to a friend who had seen a commercial for a <strong>dating website for married people</strong>! I was hoping it was just a joke but its not!! Its motto was recapture the feeling! Seriously? If people spent the time and effort on their marriage instead of cheating divorce rates would be alot lower!!!Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-73493048137706861812012-03-19T09:57:00.000-07:002012-03-19T09:57:14.162-07:00Road Trip<div align="center">A couple of days ago I found out my brother in law was getting the priesthood the next day! I wasnt able to go to his baptism so I was determined to go. Jonny wasn't able to get off work. I was really nervous about taking kayden 4 hours without any help. I posted something on facebook about going to utah and Lindsay said something like take me with you. I got super excited but then she said her baby was too fussy. </div><div align="center">Me being determined kept texting her. When I got to blackfoot I texted her one last time and she said she would come! I was so excited. I stopped in pocatello to see my mom and to pick Lindsay and Brooke up. </div><div align="center">I was glad to have her with me but two babies was pretty intimidating. But they were both suprisngly good. Brooke is only 7 weeks so she sleeps most the time. And the car kept Kayden asleep. When they both woke up in Malad we stopped for lunch at a gas station burger king.</div><div align="center">Its then that I realized how different young moms get looked at outside of rexburg. When we sat down to eat two older men where sitting across from us scratching lottery tickets. They were cussing under their breath and glaring at us the whole time! Talk about rude. I can only assume that thought we were teen moms that had gotten knocked up. Little did they know we were both married before we got pregnant! It was an eye opening experience for me. I feel bad for how teen moms get treated. </div><div align="center">Well we made it to utah around 4. It was a pretty easy trip. </div><div align="center">It was nice to spend time with my sister and her hubby. Especially since he left for Afganhistan on saturday <em>(please keep him in your prayers) </em></div><div align="center">The way back went really well too. We left once Kayden was ready for his nap. They both slept till past Malad. So like 2 1/2 hours! It was really nice. We just trucked through till pocatello. </div><div align="center">I dropped Lindsay and Brooke off. Then went and hung out with my mom for a while. </div><div align="center">Kayden slept from Pocatello to rexburg.</div><div align="center">It was so nice to have some girl time! I am so excited to move to pocatello now so I can spend more time with Lindsay and Brooke! </div>Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-74723747322181766312012-03-18T17:39:00.000-07:002012-03-18T17:39:09.736-07:008 Months!!<div align="center">Dear Kayden,</div><div align="center">Yesterday marks 8 months! I know I say this alot but you are growing so fast!! </div><div align="center">I love how much you smile and laugh. It makes my day go so much better.</div><div align="center">I need to take some pictures of you Ill try to do that later today and post them. </div><div align="center">Every month you change so much.</div><div align="center">You are figuring out how to move but mostly through rolling and turning in circles. Its pretty fun to watch.</div><div align="center">You are feeding yourself more and more every day. </div><div align="center">And you are putting yourself to sleep! You only cry for like 5 minutes. Its really nice! </div><div align="center">You are loving watching scout. Sometimes its hard to get you to eat cause you can see scout sitting near your high chair and you want to watch her.</div><div align="center">You have also discovered barney. I use to love that show when I was little but now watching it with you and can't remember why. You like the music but it doesnt take long for you to get bored!</div><div align="center">love,</div><div align="center">mommy</div>Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-75460361724884929542012-03-18T17:33:00.000-07:002012-03-18T17:33:10.005-07:00First trip without daddy<div align="center">Dear Kayden,</div><div align="center">So a couple of days ago we found out your Uncle Chris was getting the priesthood the following night. Your daddy tried to get off work but couldn't. I was determined to go and since I can't really leave you behind you came too. <br />
Honestly I was pretty nervous about how you would be. But thankfully you slept pretty much the whole time both ways. Whenever you woke up we just stopped and got food. Lindsay and her baby came too. So it was really fun. </div><div align="center">I was so proud of you for behaving so well!</div><div align="center">Love,</div><div align="center">mommy</div>Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-21290935750266039282012-03-08T15:58:00.003-08:002012-03-08T16:02:53.955-08:00Kony 2012<div align="center">I usually don't get involved in things like this. But this is something that needs everyones attention! Joseph Kony is a horrible man who needs to be caught! If you don't know what I am talking about <strong>please </strong>watch this video!!!</div><div align="center"><br />
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</div><div align="center"><strong>please</strong> get involved! Whether its by posting this on your blog or putting up posters! Just do something!!! Lets make the world a better place for our children!<strong></strong></div>Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-55836684224817453292012-03-08T14:10:00.000-08:002012-03-08T14:10:39.708-08:00warmer weather and a dog<div style="text-align: center;"> Today I am in denial that it still isn't summer. I put on a cute dress and went for a walk. It wasn't too bad. Kayden totally passed out in his stroller. It was a great time for Jonny and I to just talk while watching Scout run around. Scout is out new dog!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibIhmPF0eLU0pK0bpRazCuCJKa7QuBj0SWom57IFgbLeSHMGuRRNwpntc8IDMrS0ZLlDD6Tg2rGhyphenhyphenxNZA3oRjpd_vXvPj45LTCVMp36BwldMDIrxSKxRi7G0WniKf4Q2aq8ClVx5oVEsY/s1600/dog2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibIhmPF0eLU0pK0bpRazCuCJKa7QuBj0SWom57IFgbLeSHMGuRRNwpntc8IDMrS0ZLlDD6Tg2rGhyphenhyphenxNZA3oRjpd_vXvPj45LTCVMp36BwldMDIrxSKxRi7G0WniKf4Q2aq8ClVx5oVEsY/s320/dog2.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN8-P0uhgBcuzr-G8agTiuPeQT9Lw74bkVJQhqnJve1Tcz2apJJaLmjQrIltnCE8n8W3eKiIsw7HSuLwj6krW5NQli7S6t59s3iXYF31XHHYLF2j0bn0LBon2KmOQ45QWNeJjBuqytQ8I/s1600/dog.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN8-P0uhgBcuzr-G8agTiuPeQT9Lw74bkVJQhqnJve1Tcz2apJJaLmjQrIltnCE8n8W3eKiIsw7HSuLwj6krW5NQli7S6t59s3iXYF31XHHYLF2j0bn0LBon2KmOQ45QWNeJjBuqytQ8I/s320/dog.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We really lover her. She is a pure bred yorkie. She is about 10. She is an older dog but that is just what we needed. She is trained really well. We don't even need a leash. Its been great having her as part of the family. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div>Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-33596211313466909612012-03-02T08:22:00.001-08:002012-03-02T08:22:31.722-08:00Moving again...<div align="center">I know what you are thinking. We just moved here! Well we will be here for another 6-7 months. But after that we are moving to Pocatello. So Jonny can go to school at ISU. He just has to finish up a couple prerequisites then he can start pharmacy school. I'm excited for the change. Ive been in rexburg for like 3 years and honestly I'm not a fan. Its way too cold. I know Pocatello isn't that much different but there is alot less snow! </div><div align="center">It feels good to have a for sure plan now too! I am gonna apartment hunt like crazy though so when we get there we don't move every 6 months like we did here. I don't think housing will be hard to find there is alot on craigslist so it should be fairly easy. </div><div align="center">So until then Jonny is gonna work full time here so we can save up lots of money and hopefully get another car.</div><div align="center">Since we have been in Rexburg we sold one car since Jonnys school and work isn't far.</div><div align="center">But ISU is scattered pretty far and I don't wanna be stuck at home all day without a car. So fingers crossed we can find a cheap one or even maybe a scooter for Jonny to ride to school.</div><div align="center">We also have to find Jonny a job up there. Hopefully that won't be too hard. It might take a lil while to find a good job but most places seem to be hiring alot.</div><div align="center">Well that is all we are up to for now!</div>Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-64470886584298751012012-02-29T18:06:00.000-08:002012-02-29T18:06:42.379-08:00Marriage is something special!!<div align="center">Lately I've known alot of people who seem to have gotten married because that is what you are suppose to do. Whether its because they are returned missionaries, mormon guys who just want to jump on the bandwagon, or people who are pregnant isn't really important. I honestly feel bad for them! I have even seen some marriages fall apart because people got married for the wrong reasons. It is so sad to see this happen.</div><div align="center">I can't imagine being married for any other reason then being desperatly in love and not being able to stand being apart from one another! I am so lucky to have gotten married just for <strong>LOVE.</strong> </div><div align="center">I really hope it works out well for those who do get married for other reasons I just imagine it will be much harder. I mean marriage comes with enough trials as is but when you have that love it makes it easier. </div><div align="center">To make it worse kids see that lack of love and think its just normal. That you just marry who ever works out. For me that wouldn't be enough.</div>Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-74423511048886283532012-02-14T20:02:00.000-08:002012-02-14T20:02:27.363-08:00Valentines Day<div align="center">Today was our second Valentine's day together. It was perfect. After running a couple errands we came home to make lunch. It was perfect because on the way home Kayden fell asleep! So we put him in his room and I cooked an amazing lunch if I do say so myself! Steak with a yummy sesame sauce on it, shrimp, and ranch potatoes! YUMMM. Since Kayden was passed out we ate it on the living room floor. We like picnics in our living room. </div><div align="center">After eating we cuddled up and talked. It was so nice. We talked about all our memories. When we first realized we loved each other, when we first realized we wanted to marry the other one, etc! It was so great and romantic!</div><div align="center">I got Jonny a candy basket with a poem using each work of the candy! I thought it was cute</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaf2-DPlV3pIeHmWNZ3jKKdScUtG7qZhbrZ2WSrZanlAUICmiboV43CGEqFyxrlyYQCToeKyV_9Yz1-f9OmRB53-7p08xHnnV69SaWPX4-DQNqm6wUNDs0ZirEDnEC4iu86czZqC-NLto/s1600/Image0.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaf2-DPlV3pIeHmWNZ3jKKdScUtG7qZhbrZ2WSrZanlAUICmiboV43CGEqFyxrlyYQCToeKyV_9Yz1-f9OmRB53-7p08xHnnV69SaWPX4-DQNqm6wUNDs0ZirEDnEC4iu86czZqC-NLto/s320/Image0.jpg" width="240" yda="true" /></a></div><div align="center">He got me some candy and taped up a bunch of kids valentines cards. It was cute!</div><div align="center">We got Kayden a lil stuffed dog. He loves to chew on its ears.</div><div align="center">It has been such a great day! Its just great to feel loved.</div>Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-67403692883438444132012-02-06T08:37:00.000-08:002012-02-06T08:37:20.246-08:00Fights<div align="center">I was reading someones blog last night that really gave me a reality check! </div><div align="center">Their husband told them they loved someone else. And they are getting a divorce. They have 2 children and have been married almost 3 years. </div><div align="center">It really made me think how lucky I am. </div><div align="center">Now I am by no means in a perfect marriage, honestly I don't think there is one out there! We have get annoyed by each other and we have fights. But we are always there for each other and support each other.</div><div align="center">I know there is no way I could do it without Jonny and he knows he couldn't do it without me.</div><div align="center">Its just scary to think about what happens if you don't put 110% into your marriage. I don't know what happened in their marriage that made it fall apart but when I heard this it just made me think about everything I need to work on!</div><div align="center">I know I take my marriage for granted alot of the time. I just assume Jonny will always be there and that he can't leave. But in all reality he can! And just thinking about that brings tears to my eyes. I know I should work harder on being more patient with him and to let more of the little things go. </div><div align="center">I am just so glad that we both are so dedicated to our marriage and that we both work really hard at making it better every day.</div>Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-55431028397293193962012-02-02T17:03:00.000-08:002012-02-02T17:03:57.042-08:00Upcoming Valentines Day<div align="center">So this is our 2nd Valentines day while being married. Last year sadly we were living at my parents since we sold our apartment contract but the one we wanted to get got sold before we got it so we didnt really have anywhere else to go. </div><div align="center">But this year I am excited. No clue what we are doing but definitely something! I don't want anything big just some time with the man I married 18 months ago! </div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">But on a different note my friend <a href="http://insosomuchlove.blogspot.com/2012/02/contest-now-open.html?showComment=1328230411682#c3986323788411219487">Megan</a> has a great blog you should check it out! Its always fun and upbeat but honest! Which is quite refreshing! She is even doing a giveaway.</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">Now that doesnt mean you can expect that hear. For me this is just a place to write my thoughts and feelings since I dont keep a journal.</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">I hope everyones valentines day is special and full of love!</div><div align="center"></div>Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1257600492647321119.post-63410186156767447792012-01-27T16:37:00.000-08:002012-01-27T16:37:34.661-08:00Moving.... Again<div align="center">I know there is lots of people saying wow you sure move alot. And we really do. Its not like we are moving states. We aren't even moving towns. Just apartments.</div><div align="center">I have the best husband. He honestly doesn't care where we live but if I find an apartment I like better he will move for me! The new place is our 3rd apartment since being married! I know thats alot especially since we've been married 18 months. Thankfully we have amazing friends who help us move too.</div><div align="center">So why do we move so much. Well we left the last place since it was a 1 bedroom and it was pretty small and I was pregnant so we moved here. This place has been great but the windows leak alot of cold air in. The utilities are rediculusly expensive and its a lil small still.</div><div align="center">The new place is so perfect! Its bigger! It has the cutest little playground out back for Kayden. And it has a washer dryer!!! That I am really happy about. Plus its really close to Jonnys work and about the same distance from the school! </div><div align="center">The only downside is its farther from the grocery store but thats not too bad.</div><div align="center">I am just so excited to be in a new ward I just hope we are more included with callings and everything.</div><div align="center">The new apartment is coming with so many more exciting things.</div><div align="center">We are hoping to get a garden lot at the school this spring! Itll be so fun!</div><div align="center">I am joining a Mommy and Me class with Kayden. Thatll be fun to get to know more people. </div><div align="center">I just need to be more social and less shy! Hopefully thatll happen at this new place. Theres a much bigger living room so we can have more people over! YAY!!!</div>Michele_Tharphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03374069818048623228noreply@blogger.com0