The Nilsson Family 3rd Annual Bike Trip

We returned home from our annual bike trip two weeks ago. The original plan was to head east towards the Dakota's but unfortunately mother nature did not want to cooperate with us this year, forcing us to head south. I on the other hand, although a little disappointed we weren't going to get to explore Mt. Rushmore this year, was grateful to head south towards warm weather. Heavenly Father has truly blessed us with such a beautiful Earth and I am grateful to have the opportunity and capability to see and experience even just a few of his creations.

The grand canyon was the main destination this year. Anyone who has been there knows that no picture can do the canyon justice. It's enormous! I look forward to taking my children there one day

And the Work Continues

We're getter there!

The plumber is updating all the piping this week so Preston, I and all of our loving wonderful helpers get a little break. Preston and I are so grateful for everyones help and patience. We couldn't ask for a sweeter giving family. This difficult task would have taken months if it weren't for you guys. Thank you so much, everyone!

Climbing of The Rock

We finally got out for some summer rock climbing! Preston and I, my brother and his cute date, Lyndi took the morning a couple of weeks ago and had ourselves a really great time. We're looking forward to our next rock climbing adventure :D

Dad's Day!

HAPPY FATHERS DAY, DAD!

A girl couldn't have asked for a better Dad.
I'm so blessed to have been given to such an
amazing Father. I truly love him and am so
grateful for his Patience, love, humble heart, wisdom, council and
his smile. I am grateful for his on going faith in the gospel
and the example he sets for my family.

When I grow up, I want to be just like my Dad.

And the Fun Begins!

We've stated remodeling. The main bathroom is our first project and we would like to get it done before we move in on July 1st. Preston's brothers Coby, Blaine, Tyler and my brother, Evan have been helping us with the demolition. My mom has also put in a lot of help and great tips. If it weren't for her, this project wouldn't be running as smoothly as it has been. The walls have been a nightmare to work with. Who ever built this house really built it "on a rock" or more correctly, out of rock. First they put drywall up and then they put a thick plaster/cement layer on it. On top of that, they put metal chicken wire/mesh in every single corner of every single wall.





















Like brother... Like sister

Breaking Ground

We had our first weeding session yesterday. What fun! We found lots of creepy crawly friends (or should I say enemy's?). This is only the beginning of our yard adventures. We have lots more weeding to do and one day down the road, we will be re-landscaping.

This is Preston's brother, Coby. Preston and
Coby came over after work to meet up with the plumbing guy.
My Dad caught this snake. He's so brave. hehe.

Needless to say, I'm a little disgusted by it.

The second bush was a much better pull
but we didn't get a video :(

Home of Our Very Own

Preston and I closed!

On May 28, 2009 Preston and I signed our lives away when we bought our very first home. We are so anxious and excited for all the remodeling. It's going to be a lot of hard work but we're going to LOVE it when it's finished. The house is in great condition but there are a few things we're going to be changing. Good bye carpeted bathroom and kitchen, hello nice new hardwood floors! We're gutting and remodeling the upstairs bathroom this week. We'll be knocking out a wall so that our new vanity will fit, and we're putting in new vanity lighting, tiled floors and walls, a new mirror, we're resurfacing the pink bathtub into white, the whole sha-bang! I'm already having a blast :D

My parents came down this last Saturday to help us out a little. I love when they come down to visit!! My mom and I are going to tackle the weeds in the yard today. I've never been so excited to weed.