As the new year approaches, Darrin and I wanted to take the time to reflect on this past year. It seems this past year things really have fallen into place for us. We have been truly blessed and we wanted to take the time to thank all of you that have made this year so great.
We started out the year in Denver with our first move as a married couple. We were so excited to get out of Nebraska and closer to home that Colorado was perfect. In March, Darrin graduated from Airman Leadership School. ALS was a big undertaking and I am so proud of him. In May, I graduated from law school. The summer was rough because Darrin and I both wanted to play and enjoy the outdoor life in Colorado but I had to remain focused on studying for the bar exam. Studying day in and day out was the hardest thing I have ever had to do, and I know I couldn't have done it with out my wonderful husband, my great friends, and family. Thank you! In June, Darrin literally ran into a tree while on a camp-out with the scouts. It took all summer for his cheek to heal and he still has a little scar but it looks much better now. In August we got a chance to spend 2 weeks with Taytum. She is such a great girl and we love every minute we have with her. She brings so much joy to our little family. We are looking forward to this upcoming summer when we will hopefully have her all summer long. Since the end of the summer, I found out that I actually passed the bar exam and I landed my first real job. It is still crazy to me that I am actually doing what I have wanted to for years. All of the school and hard work has finally paid off and I have achieved my goal. Its just crazy! On Dec. 29th we closed on our first house. Darrin and I are so excited to be homeowners. Darrin has wanted to own a house for years and we just were never in a position where we could. We have finally settled somewhere and aren't waiting for this or that to happen so we can move forward. Its great. The house is in Colorado Springs. We are excited about the move and I think we are going to like the Springs, but it is definitely bitter sweet for us. We have made great friends in Denver and are sad to be leaving them behind. This is the first time we have made good friends with the people in our ward as well as the people Darrin and I work with. We hope we are able to stay in touch. Plus we aren't moving very far so we better stay in touch.
Thank you to all of you who have made this year so great! We love you all! Happy New Year!
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Can't wait to see the new place.
It was so fun to spend New Years with both of you. We are always so excited when you make it back to Utah. We can't wait to drive out and see the new place. Maybe this summer when you have Taytum. Thanks for being such good friends.
HI Shantelle, congrats on so many things, passing the bar exam, becoming homeowners...
Looks like 2008 has been wonderful! Keep in touch! Blogging is the best way to keep in touch its so fun! :)
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