We Are the Lucky Ones

Comfort. Sillyness. Relaxed. Overjoyed. Easy.

These are just a few of the words that come to mind when I want to describe my relationship with Ty. There's something about being head over heels in love

A New Edition

Tyler and I are going to be welcoming a new edition to our soon-to-be family! 

A baby panda is on it's way! 

Photo credit to my BFF, Hanna Smolan 

We have been patiently awaiting to share this exciting news with everyone. If you know us, we are pretty impatient people. Although this was a shock to us both, we couldn't be happier that we are bringing a new life into this world, and more importantly, with each other! This was HUGE news to us. Tyler has handled this better than I could have ever hoped and dreamed. He has been my rock and my supporter since the moment I told him with tears in my eyes. These tears were of course happy, surprised, scared, and "oh shit" tears, I will not lie. As time has gone on, we have gotten more and more used to the idea. How could you not? No more alcohol, my coffee addiction has been depleted, and my belly doesn't get any flatter.  

These past few months have been full of change, but I wouldn't have it any other way. God truly has plans for every one of us and timing is on His schedule. I have come to truly understand the most important things in life are family, friendship, faith, passion for a job you truly enjoy, and last but not least, room to grow as an individual. 

My goal is to keep this blog updated throughout this move, engagement, and pregnancy as much as I can. LIFE JUST GOT REAL. 

Kayden Holliday is due August 23rd, 2014

(yes, we've already picked a name)

Adult Life

Life just got real. As I take a look back, I realize I am a HORRIBLE blogger. I promise I will get better at this since adult life has taken over, being 25 and all :) So far 2014 has been one hell of a year. My year started with the love of my life proposing to me at midnight with our family and friends surrounding us. I was COMPLETELY caught off guard and didn't see that one coming at all. Good job Ty ;) I could not have asked for a better way to spend my New Year's Eve. I want to thank everyone for all of the love and support. We couldn't have been luckier!

Counting down to what will be the best year YET

We were so blessed to have our families by our side during this moment in our lives. Love you all.

Tyler was smart.... we had been doing long distance for FAR too long. Seeing each other every two or three weeks was just not cutting it for us. So what better way to convince me to come to California.... WITHOUT a job? A proposal, duh! He finally got me to do it. I had been looking for jobs in California for a while now and nothing was popping up. I have never NOT had a job. Talk about scary. My last day at Child Protective Services was January 31st. It was a bittersweet day, that's for 

sure. 

I made the move to Orange County the very next day. Mom and dad drove out with me and were my supporters. They have been more than helpful during this process. The drive was filled with me and mom listening to oldies but goodies, and chatting away about what the future will hold. There's something about having your parents there during such change that is the most comforting and reassuring feeling. 

OFFICIALLY A CALIFORNIA RESIDENT :)

To update everyone, Tyler and I decided to move in with Mr. Tom and Mrs. Debbie Holliday for a few months to save some $$$$ for our house. They have been so gracious to let us into their home for as long as we need. Trust me, we have been spoiled rotten since we've been here. Moving out will be a reality check. No rent, utilities, food to buy, and great company. Thank you again, Hollidays! 

My first run through Coto. I can get used to this everyday :)

This unemployment thing has its perks, I will admit. I get to go running in the middle of the day in the beautiful hills of Coto De Caza, sleep in, read books, catch up on my TV shows, and do whatever the heck the day entails! Buttttttt.... I miss working. WHO KNEW?! Also, who doesn't agree that applying for jobs these days SUCKS, with a capital S? So impersonal, all online, and I swear I have applied for more then 20 jobs in the past two days. I just pray daily that God brings the right opportunity into my life when the time is right. 

Hidden Treasures as of late:

- Friends are family and I have been so lucky to have a wonderful support system in California.

- I live 30 minutes away from the beach. Say whatttttt

- I get to spend everyday with my fiancé (what a change!)

- Nothing beats this California weather. 

Stay tuned, my friends. I will not be disappearing for a year this time. Oops!