Emily's Nest

Go Bobcats!...Part 2

2010-10-15T17:08:00.000-07:00

I hate that you have to upload your pictures in backwards so it will show up in the right order. I also hate that if you accidentally delete a picture in the middle of your post there is no possible way to get it back it's original spot. (or at least I don't know how to do it!) So here are a few pictures that didn't make it on the previous post.

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Go Bobcats!

2010-10-15T16:06:00.000-07:00

Hello blogging world....it's been a long time!

As most of you know things have been pretty crazy for me over the past couple of years, 4.5 to be exact. I moved to Arizona because I needed a change. I just didn't realize how much 'change' I was getting myself into. After living here for about a year I decided to go back to school. Who knew that two l o n g years later I would end up being an elementary school teacher. It was a HUGE surprise to me too, but here I am! That is one of the reasons I have been neglecting you over the past couple of months. I'm sorry, but I now have 24 kids that need my attention most of the day! I started teaching 5th grade in Maricopa, AZ. I started out with 34 kids in my class the first day of school. Let's just say.....I was tired all the time! After about a month the Native American Tribe in the area donated a lot of money to help our schools to have smaller classroom sizes. Thank You Ak-Chin Tribe!!!! They quickly hired a new teacher (one of my good friends) and I was sad to see ten of my cute little students leave, but so grateful. A lot of you have been wanting to see pictures of my classroom...my home away from home. I actually spend more time here then at my own house! Sad, but true. Sorry for the delay, here they are.....

Come on in....

My darling room mate Ali made my curtains for me...I love them!

This is also a picture to show the 'think desk' where a few of my students spend time at!

This is one of my favorite things in my room. Each student was measure at the begining of the year to show how tall they were. 5th grade is a big growing year, so we will periodically re-measure to see how much growth they have had. You can't tell from this picture but two of my students are already taller than me, and a few more will most likely pass me up soon!!!

The box made with tape on the floor is for the kids backpacks. This makes it easier so they are not trying to get into them all day. On the walls down this small hall are where I display the kids work. They have already done some great things!

How does a first year teacher accumulate so much stuff!

One of my old co-workers used to teach 5th grade and donated all of those books to me. It was one of the best gifts ever. I also have a small bookcase of books my mom gave me from home...but I keep those behind my desk. I don't want my kids touching the books I used to read when I was a little!!!!

Our district requires certain things to be up on our walls....here they are.

I had so much fun working with the Cricut my sister Erin bought me! Thanks Erin!

I drew that mountain....I really had to break out my craftiness for this one!

Here are the two fabrics used for the curtains in my room. Ali and I spent so much time at the fabric store one night...I thought she was going to kill me because I couln't make up my mind!

Spring Training

2010-04-24T11:55:00.000-07:00

My room mate Ali is a HUGE Colorado Rockies fan and when we found out that they were playing the Angles (my home team!) in a spring training game we decided to take a roadie to Tucsan to watch.

Our favorite Idaho sisters came along for the trip!

Kaylie, Melanee, and Ali

It was a beautiful day in Arizona...a little hot...but beautiful!

GOOOOOOOOOOO ANGELS!!!!
too bad we lost :(

Lawrence Welk Show....San Marcos Style!

2010-03-21T11:59:00.000-07:00

The San Marcos Ward had its annual Ward Talent Show last month. When my friends wanted to perform a crazy, yet hillarious skit from SNL. I of course couldn't miss out. Our skit is the SNL Lawrence Welk show (found on HULU.com...with Will Farrell). You have to watch the original you will die laughing. I was girl #1. It was a little embarassing to sing solo parts...but so much fun. Plus I loved having HUGE hair...thanks Jamie!!! We actually had a few practices before hand to make sure we did it just right. Plus our freind Paul is amazing on the piano and he listened to the music once then was able to play the piano for us. Unfortunently my camera battery died so I didn't get a video...but someone in my ward did and I am trying to get my hands on it.

This is us after...we forgot to take a picture so we quickly got back in our outfits...thats why we look a little disheveled!

Casey (Will), Kelly (weirdo girl), Aly (girl #2), Kevin (Lawrence), Paul (our amazing accompanist), Me (girl #1), and Jamye (girl #3)

Miracles do happen.....

2010-03-10T17:55:00.000-08:00

For those of you who didn't know....

I got a job!!!!!!

I started last Friday and I am loving it. I am so happy because this is the job I really wanted to get...and I did!!! Horray! There are a million new things for me to learn...but it is all coming together! I am now a Family Specialist (Licensing Worker) working with Foster parents. I work with the parents to get them licensed and certified to become Foster parents, do all of thier paperwork with them, do home visits, attend meetings, teach training classes and much, much, more! I am also a liaison and advocate for the Foster parents. I enjoy knowing that everyday will be a little different. Not quite sure what a "typical" day looks like for me yet since I am still learning/training, but I am excited to find out. Today I started my own case load of families and although it is a little overwhelming I am ready to hit the ground running. Wish me luck!

Camelback Mountain

2010-02-27T11:00:00.000-08:00

On Presidents Day a group of us decided to hike Camelback Mountain. I have always wanted to do it since I moved here. It was hard....but so much fun! As you can see it was a perfect day in AZ to go hiking. We met a ton of new people on the trail and got a much needed workout in the process! Good times.

A view from the TOP

I made it!!!!!

The Stats....

Susy, Sweet J, and Me

Ode to Andrew!

2010-02-23T13:55:00.001-08:00

For those who may not know my little brother, Andrew, is on a mission for our church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) in Fresno, California. Today is the Ode to Andrew because he only has 100 more days until he comes home! Horray!!!!!!!!!! I am so excited, I can hardly wait. He is having amazing experiences serving and teaching others. He has also had MANY learning experiences. While he has been gone we have been able to talk to him a few times, and e-mail every week, and it is crazy to hear him change from this little kid to a man (yep, I said it....he is a man!). Although I am so happy he decided to selflessly give two years of his life, I am very excited to have him come home. Let the count down begin!

Elder Wilson

Working hard on the streets of Fresno!

Just a little cat nap!

A Wilson Christmas!

2010-02-19T09:21:00.000-08:00

I know your probably thinking...really, another bread picture! You don't understand...my family actually let me make the rolls for Christmas Eve Dinner...that is huge since they l.o.v.e. Shirley's. As you can see, I made some good looking rolls...and they tasted delicious :)

The Wilson Gang
(minus Drew...and Mom since she is taking the pic)

My Parents are SOOOOO cute!

While we were waiting for dinner to be done we had a mini photo shoot...there are a ton of pictures of each of us in the kitchen.

You're so vain....you probably think this blog is about you!

My mom's Christmas present to Roxy....pretending to touch her!

Caitlyn got a pannini maker for Christmas. We ate pannini's everyday!

Roxy got a new pair of shoes! Let's just say she didn't love them!

It was hillarious watching her try to walk around.

Kesley, Me, Kai

Showing off our iPod nano's

Akward Family Photo's...Sommer and I refused to participate!

Big Lights Will Inspire You!

2010-02-16T11:28:00.000-08:00

My beautiful sister Erin had a few days off in between cities (she tours with the musical Wicked) and planned a girls trip to NYC for a few days. It was a BLAST! The Wilson girls love to be together no matter where we are...but we also love to visit New York. Although our trip was short we still did a lot of things.....

Me and Erin

During our stay I had the opportunity to go and see one of my favorite musicals, Bye Bye Birdie. I watched this movie all the time when I was young and know all the songs by heart. It was so much fun; seeing it made me feel like a kid again.

I love you Conrad, oh yes I do!

John Stamos, a.k.a. Uncle Jessie, played the part of Albert Peterson and since we have connections we got to go backstage after the show. As you can see Caitlyn got to meet him. He left by the time I got there on the night I went. I was bummed...I had a huge crush on him when I was a kid!

Me, Mom, and Caitlyn
Yeah for the Subway

Chirstmas in NYC is magical...and very cold. Burrrr!

Time Square

BOOOOOOOOOOOO!

I hear "Big" lights will inspire you...I am completly inspired!

"I'm happy to be here...I really am!"

Chirstmas tree in Rockafeller Center

It really is HUGE!

Twins!

These star lights (that changed colors) were my favorite part. They were so cute! I had a blast with my sisters and mom. We really know how to have a good time. I love them so much. Thanks girls for a great trip and tons of memories. Lets go to Hawaii next!

Can you think of anything better than homemade bread?

2010-02-13T08:51:00.001-08:00

When I went home for the holidays (I know, I know...the holidays were months ago! I am a little behind on my blogging!) I had yet another bread making lesson just to make sure I got it down. This time my mom and sister, Caitlyn, got in on the action. We had a great time working in the kitchen together. By the end of the day we had a lot of delicious bread, rolls, and cinnamon rolls....can you think of anything better? Now I feel confident enough to do it on my own.

Caution: We had just rolled out of bed and got to work so we are looking good in our pj's, hair a mess, and make-up under our eyes (0r no make-up at all!) You have been warned ;)

Caitlyn and I making rolls!

My mom and Aunt Helen love to eat the dough. Personally I think it is gross, but hey, to each thier own!

YUMMMY!

Let's just say those loaves of bread did not last long in our house!

Want some? Come and visit me and I will make you a loaf!

My Saturday Nights

2010-02-13T08:39:00.000-08:00

Every Saturday I get to work with these AMAZING people at the Mesa, AZ temple. (a few people are missing) We work in the baptistry together and I love it! During the holidays we had a party to celebrate Christmas and we had a great time. The best part was the white elephant gift exchange. I almost got what I wanted...almost!

auction to help haiti...

2010-01-28T15:18:00.000-08:00

My amazing sister Erin is having an auction to help the people in Haiti. If you are interested in helping or maybe just interested in getting something WICKED then check out her blog at
erin-wilson.blogspot.com

Traveling!

2009-12-17T07:56:00.001-08:00

I have been non-stop traveling since November 20th!

And my room, luggage, and laundry have taken a serious hit...

I finally got a week at home.....but I am leaving again!

Flagstaff Birthday Extravaganza 2009

2009-11-17T12:48:00.000-08:00

In celebration of Alison's birthday we decided to break out the winter clothes and head to Flagstaff. One of Alison's co-workers has a house there and graciously let us stay there. We had such a fun time and it was so nice to get away from 90 degree weather!

On the drive up we couldn't wait to break into the cookie dough...let the party begin!

(Keep your eyes on the road Emily!)

We spent the weekend lounging, watching movies, playing games, talking, and....

Shopping in downtown Flagstaff....

Opening birthday presents and eating a lot of red velvet cake...

and eating...and eating...and eating!!!!

We also went to one of the Flagstaff singles wards with my old friend Bradly Clifford Fox

(for those that know him...get jealous! If you don't know him...get jealous!)

How to entertain yourself...

Trick-or-Treat

2009-11-07T09:36:00.000-08:00

Pumpkin Carving

Kevin, Marti, Ali, Me, Staci, and Tim

Kevin hated pumpkin carving...until he thought of a better way!

Yep, he is using a SawAll (or whatever you call it!)...but don't worry he is from Pocatello, so that should explain everything!

Good Times!

Me and Mr. Pocatello himself. Real men don't smile!

I love this shot...it looks like the pumpkin is trying to eat the bowl of pumpkin guts!

(This was not staged! )

This was my pumpkin creation. It is cute in a creepy way!

Ward Halloween FHE

Me and John Long (a.k.a. Sweet J)

He loves marshmellows so I made him this cute cookie that looks like frankenstien.

My Monster Cookie

I thought this was the cutest idea.

We had so much fun making these little creatures...and then eating them of course!

Halloween Party

Snow White (allison), Sandra Dee (valerie), Witch (me), Marilyn Monroe (ali)

Sisters

2009-10-27T17:54:00.000-07:00

In between cities my sister Erin came to AZ to visit. We had such a good time together. It was a short trip but we kept very busy with shopping, eating, lounging, cooking/baking, and going to the movies.

Erin is such a good cook!

She doesn't get to cook like this on the road.

We had Thanksgiving...boy was it tasty!

The weather is so beautiful in AZ right now that we finally got to go out and eat on the back patio.

I introduced Erin to my new favorite...Cake Popcicles. They are not only delicious, but very cute and festive.

We even had time for a temple session.

Thanks for a great weekend Erin and come back soon. And all you others...come and visit, and you too can have a good time at Hotel Wilson!

You know you are good friends when...

2009-10-01T16:42:00.001-07:00

...you willingly help wax their armpits.

Alison waxing Ali's armpits...ouch!

You know you are REALLY good friends when...

...you offer to pluck the strays!!!!

We are getting up close and personal with this one!

What have I been up to?....

2009-09-25T10:23:00.000-07:00

This is the adorable face I get to look at most days! For those of you who didn't know, I have been spending my 'unemployment' days nannying this little guy...JAKE!!! My cousin is a stay at home mom that also works from home, so to help her out (and me) I go to thier house a few days a week. Jake and I have a good time together playing, singing (usually to myslef as he lookes at me with a confussed look on his face), and reading. He also cries when I leave... which I think is a good sign that he likes me!!!

Diamondbacks vs. Rockies

2009-09-22T16:55:00.000-07:00

My room mate Ali is from Colorado and a HUGE Rockies fan. When she found out that they were going to be playing here in Phx. she was determined to get a group of people together to go. I love going to baseball games it is a great place for people watching...eating ball park food...loud music and cheering...and of course good company!

The Gang

Yoshi, Alison, Tim, Kevin, Staci, me, and John Long!

Me and Ali...Rivals!

The Girls...looking good!

The Boys...questionable!

Why so mad Kevin?

This is the sign that got Ali on TV. All she wanted was to either get on TV or have Tulowizki ask her to marry him...I guess TV will have to do for now!!!

on the other side of the poster it said "i have a fever and

the only prescription is more tulo!"

(for those who dont know troy tulowizki is a young,

good looking player for the rockies!)

Labor Day Extravaganza

2009-09-16T17:18:00.001-07:00

My friends and I decided to take a little "roadie" to the Grand Canyon for Labor Day. We were off to the south rim which is 3.5 hours away for a lunch picnic and fun times.....

Well at least that was the plan!!!

Every good road trip requires a hearty breakfast! Thanks IHOP !

Me and my room mate Ali

We had no idea what we were getting ourselves into.

How many Wheat Thins can you get into your mouth?

Every road trip requires a little eathing challenge.

I had a picture of Brian on here...and I don't know where it went...but he had an ENORMOUS stack of crackers. I swear he ate the entire time. He also took the challenge to eat a hamburger in one bite...he did it!

After what seemed like 5 hours or so Ali and I (from the back seat) asked if we were lost. Alison assured us that she had the directions and since we were having a good time we didn't press the issue too much...but we were starting to get a little worried. Here we are in Page, AZ/Lake Powel. From where I am standing I could have tossed a rock into Utah! We were not only headed in the wrong direction...we were no where near the Grand Canyon. Once we got to the gas station I asked the clerk how to get to the GC and he said that it was 100+ miles away. We did not drive all that way to drive home, so we jumped back into the car and headed in the right direction. Grand Canyon here we come!

Alison (the driver), Me, and Brian (no comment...)

don't even ask what i am doing...i am not sure myself!

Are we ever going to get there?

We made it!

When we arrived at the park ranger told us that we only had about 1/2 hour before the sun was completly set (and we were still 15 miles away)...it was a race between us and time. We won! We got there in time to watch the sunset, hike, and take pictures for about 45 min.

Emily, Alison, Ali

looking worked from sitting in the car...ALL day

The entire Labor Day Crew finally at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. It was so worth it to keep on driving and finally get there. It really is a beautiful sight to see.

So the trip started, after IHOP, at 10:00 am. and we finally got home around 3:00 am. total hours 17!

This is a video that I love of my roomie Ali. It shows her fun personality and you can tell why I love hanging out with her...and why being stuck in the back seat of the tiny car was so fun!

80's Night

2009-09-12T10:06:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago there was an 80's (and 70's) night Institute Opening Social. Of course we couldn't miss out on an oportunity to dress up...espeically when it involved fluorescent colors and side pony tails!

Me (80's Work-out), Alison (80's Rocker), Ali (70's Disco)

Everyone needs a good mesh top!
(p.s. those sweat bands came in handy at the dance...i was so hot and no one noticed!)

Pretty In Pink

2009-09-03T10:11:00.000-07:00

For my room mate Staci's birthday we decided to thow her a PINK PARTY!!

I have been on a real baking kick lately, (which isn't turning out so great for my waistline, but amazing for my taste buds), I made these cute pink butter cookes that were delicious and turned your mouth only slightly pink! I also spent the rest of the day making rice crispy treats and cupcakes. Yum!

thanks to whitney for the cookie press

Other than baking yummy treats I also love to decorate for parties and make things pretty for company. I think it is fun to go all out, even for small gatherings!

I made the tissue paper pom poms.

They were so easy and were so cute haning from my chandelier.

These are my two partners in crime: Ali and Alison.

One of the party requirements was to wear pink to the party. As you can see Alison took that very seriously!

Have you heard of a little show called...WICKED!?!

2009-08-28T09:31:00.000-07:00

My sister Erin is performing in Wicked the 2nd National Tour and at the beginning of August they were in Tulsa, OK. As a family we decided to fly out and see her and her show. Why Tulsa you ask....well Erin is the understudy to Madame Morrible (one of the semi-main characters) and she had the chance to show the world (or Tulsa) her incredible talents as Madame Morrible. I had not seen the show yet and thought it was a perfect opportunity to see it. It was an AWESOME weekend, not only because I was with my family, whom I L.O.V.E., but becasue Erin was AMAZING! If you havn't seen the show yet you need to see it...and if you want to see it with Erin in it let me know!

Here are some of the highlights!

MapQuest 2...iPhone 7

Sommer with her MapQuest printouts. Let's just say we are lucky Erin has an iPhone with GPS.

The only good thing we were looking forward to about going to Tulsa (besides Erin) was that fact that our hotel had a pool. Of course, as you can see from the CAUTION tape behind Caitlyn and Sommer, that the pool was closed for maintenance while we were there. Thanks for nothing Tulsa!

I spent two days baking homemade goodies for Erin and the family. Everyone loves homemade oreos, chocolate chip cookies, and banana bread!

Erin and her roomie Libby pointing to thier names...they are truly STARS!

Waiting for the curtain to go up!

So happy and proud.

We met Erin at the Stage Door after the show like groupies. We are by far her biggest fans.
i love this picture because caitlyn looks like a beautiful blue giant compared to the rest of us...Erin is actually the only one crouching down, we are a short family!

Erin and her Morrible costumes in her dressing room. One of her dresses is worth $10,000. It is amazing to see how elaborate each one is. They were all so beautiful.

Erin and Mom
Erin with 1/2 her make-up on for Morrible. It takes her awhile to get all dolled up!

For Saturday matinee show Caitlyn and I didn't get tickets, so the Music Director let us sit down in the Orchestra Pit with the musicians. It was so cool to see it from that perspective. It is amazing to watch all the talented musicians doing what they do best, plus it is fun to be soooooo close to the actors. In this picture we are standing by the Directors stand. The phones are how he talks with the stage. They call to tell him when they are ready to start.

Erin as Madame Morrible.
Isn't she beautiful.

Play it up Erin!

My Dad and I went to the Saturday evening show together for our daddy-daughter date. We got to see Erin as her usual Shen-Shen character. This would be the third time I saw the show in two days.

My sisters and I have a little joke about owls. As you can probably tell from my blog background. Erin surprised us with these awesome owl rings when we arrived in Tulsa. I love them...aren't they soooooo cute!

WHOOOO's hand is WHOOOO's?????

Caitlyn being beautiful as we wait to see if we won the lottery.

Erin, Mom, Me, & Sommer
work it sommer!

Sommer and my Mom left on Sunday so it was just the four of us on Monday (dad, erin, caitlyn, and me) and it was Erin's day off, so we had to find some fun things in Tulsa to keep us entertained. We each asked different people what there was to do in Tulsa that was fun. Everyone responded the same..."we have a zoo and a water park." Don't they know you can find those in almost every town in America...we wanted to know what was fun and original to Tulsa. We figured they didn't have anything so we did what we do best: Shopping (at TJ MAXX), Eating, and Bowling.

We went to a resturant called Joe Mommas Pizza. It was really, really good and if you are ever in downtown Tulsa check it out.

Erin and Caitlyn at the biggest bowling alley I have ever seen...50 lanes!

p.s. they had their bowling balls color coordinated by weight and each color had it's own rack...now that is my kind of organization. Nice work Tulsa you didn't let us down compeletly!

My cute Dad

Check out my score...I am the E at the top! Yep that's right 139! In case you didn't know or have forgotten...I am the intramural bowling champion of 1999 from Ricks College.

I LOVE MY SISTERS!

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2009-08-27T15:45:00.000-07:00

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Friday Flashback

2009-08-21T10:53:00.001-07:00

This weeks Friday Flashback is dedicated to the worlds greatest parents...MINE!! They are the most loving, supportive, caring, and dedicated parents I know. I love them so much and I am so grateful for the close relationship we have. Thanks Mom and Dad...you're the BEST!!!

Engagement Pictures

There were so many great pictures of my parents but I chose this one because I felt like I was looking at myself or one of my siblings with a wig and mustache on!!! Plus isn't my mom beautiful.

The classic mirror pose...priceless.

a grandpa bartschi favorite

4th of July

2009-08-21T10:43:00.001-07:00

For those who don't know the Fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays. I love the colors red, white and blue (as you can see I am decked out in all three!!), barbeque's, hanging with family and friends, and like a little kid I love fireworks!!! Roomies: Becca, Emily, and Ali

This year we decided to go to our ward party on the 4th. As you can tell we are outside in the 110 Arizona heat...at night! We had good company, good food, and great seats for the annual City of Chandler fireworks show. What a great holiday!!

It's all about Family!!!

2009-08-18T11:48:00.000-07:00

I am going out of order of fun summer activities with this one, but I couldn't wait to post about it. My cousin Amy Wilson loves the game Family Feud and when she found out that auditions to be on the show were coming to Phoenix she couldn't resist. She got an audition time and went out searching for family members that wanted to 'team up.' Well of course I was in the moment I heard about it. I would not miss a fun opportunity like that, especially with all the extra time I have lately. We were still on the hunt for 2 more players (we needed five and Amy, her husband Scott, and I made 3). We have a lot of family here in AZ and thought it would be a piece of cake...but unfortunately EVERYONE had something going on or was out of town. So we called my sister Caitlyn and asked her. Well as you can imagine...she was game. She bought a ticket from Utah just to come to the audition. Not only did she come, but she asked our other cousin, Chelsea Lee, in Utah to fly in with her so we could have a full team. So after a lot of hard work, phone calls, and cheap flights our team was complete! They flew in an hour before our audition and we headed straight downtown. We were one of the last to check in which turned out to be to our advantage. We sat for a few hours watching other families audition while we practiced and strategized. When it was finally our turn to 'play' we got up and killed it! We won both questions and gave a very enthusiastic and fun audition. Well needless to say they liked us and wanted us to stay and talk with them. (very few were asked to stay) They interviewed us, took our picture, and took videos of us. It was so much fun we had a blast. We will find out in 2 weeks if they want us to go to LA for a tapping. I really think that we are going to be picked! Wish us luck.

The Girls: Chelsea, Amy, Caitlyn, and Me

waiting, practicing, and strategizing for our audition.

Scott, Amy, Caitlyn, John O'Hurley(host), Me, Chelsea

"WE'RE THE WILSON'S AND WE ARE READY TO WIN FAST MONEY"

This is the guy we interviewed with after we auditioned. He was very cool and we had a lot of things to talk with him about. As most of you know...we know how to talk! We spent a lot of time with him. He asked us to yell the quote above and cheer into the camera...it was hilarious. It was a little weird to have the video camera in your face at first, but we aim to please so we cheesed it up perfectly.

Our questions:

1. What kinds of animals would you find living in your attic?

-I picked Raccoon...and got it! I almost had to use my 'fall back word (banana) because I couldn't think of anything...but then it just came out. I thought I was going to get a strike, but as luck would have it some people have raccoons in their attics...scary!

2. What could you buy from a book store other than a book?

-The other team got three strikes so we had a chance to steal and we chose my answer...Notebooks!....and we won!

Friday Flashback

2009-08-14T09:24:00.000-07:00

*Friday Flashback is a day to remember the good old days and reminisce on how things used to be.*

First Day of School

(I know it seems a bit early but school in Arizona has already started.)

At my house we always took the "first day of school' pictures in our cute new outfits. We would spend a lot of time shopping trying to find the perfect outfit to wear on the first day of school (thanks mom and dad!) because it was the most important outfit you will wear all year. I remember laying my clothes out on the floor like a stick figure before I went to bed. One time I was so excited that I wore my outfit to bed so all I had to do is wake up and go! I love going back to school: the new clothes, pencils/crayons, pencil boxes, lunch pails, trapper keepers...it gets me excited just thinking about it.

This is me on my first day of Kindergarten. I rocked the side pony!

I loved this outfit from the ruffle jean shorts with matching shirt and scrunchie, and the boots! Watch out world!

June 2009: Wilson Family Reunion

2009-08-13T16:13:00.001-07:00

Newport Beach, California

Wilson Reunion.

Get ready for a lot of pictures!

This is the Wilson clan...well those who were able to come. We are actually missing a lot of people, hopefully we will see them at the next one.
Wilson's getting silly. I think we need to define what "silly picture" means to some of them!

Bob, Caitlyn, Me, Sommer, and Trish
We really missed Erin (who is on tour with a little show called Wicked) and Andrew (who is serving a mission in Fresno, CA)

Human Foosball

Warning: this is a very dangerous but very fun and entertaining game.

That little head on the far right in the water...that's me!

Caitlyn, Me, Bob, and Sommer chillin' on the beach

Sand Castles

This is my favorite picture of Tate (cousin Terri's son). He is so adorable.

The two of us spend a lot of time playing together. Almost everyday we were there we would see dolphins swimming close to shore. It was better than going to Sea World!

Wilson's are competitive creatures by nature. There was no holding back when it came to beach volleyball.

My Dad...isn't he cute!

Mom, Me, Cait eating s'mores at the bonfire. delicious.

Ladies Luncheon

It wouldn't be a Wilson Reunion without bowling. It's a tradition!!

My cousin Brett has many reptiles that he uses in a show he does for kids. He offered to bring them to the beach house so we could see them. It was really cool. Thanks Brett!

I don't remember what this one was called...but it did have a really cool tongue. P.S. that's Brett!

This is his albino python. So cool!

Trish or otherwise known as Greatest Mom Ever!

This is hands down my favorite picture/moment from the reunion (sorry Caitlyn). She was trying to have a Brittany Spears moment with the snake but then actually had eye to eye contact with it and freaked out. It was so funny.

That snake is SO heavy. Hence the strained smile on my face.

May 2009

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May was a very busy month...It all started with Caitlyn coming home from London and moving in with me. We had a great time together, especially when we broke into the "candy carry-on."

Caitlyn bought a bunch of yummy candy in London to bring home...she swears it tastes better! It is literally a carry-on bag full of candy. I felt like I was eating candy all the time and by the time she went home we had hardly made a dent. Good times!

I also graduated from ASU with my Masters in Elementary Education. Hooray!

So happy

Whitney, Caitlyn, Rylee, Me at Paradise Bakery

My best friend from California surprised me and showed up the day of graduation. I had no idea that she was coming and bringing her mom and daughter. It was the best surprise ever. I had forgotten that I had actually done the same thing to her when she graduated. We have been BFF since Kindergarten and I think now after 23ish years I think she is stuck with me.

Bob, Trish, Me, and Caitlyn.

Of course my parents came...they are the BEST!
(except it looks like my dad is a stranger trying to get in our picture...
come on dad don't be afraid to get close.)

Mom, Allison, Rylee, Dad, Whitney

I don't know why they willingly tortured themselves by coming and sitting through a boring graduation...even I was ready to leave once they called my name.

Overall May was a great and busy month. Look forward to more
updates with my summer adventures.