Three + One = Four

Introducing...

Jett Juma Collet

Born 06/16/11

He is 10 weeks old

and weighs as 8lbs 8oz

Mr. C and I had been talking about how we wanted to get another dog and so the search began we came across a lady named Melissa who owns Moonbabymini's she is a Mini Aussie breeder down in Spanish Fork area. We contacted her and told her what we wanted to get and even though we originally wanted a girl we couldn't be happier with our Jett. We were scheduled to go look at the litter that was just born on Aug 15 on Saturday but on Monday she emailed us and said that had a 9 week old Red Tri Mini that she was willing to sell to us. We took one look at him and we were sold. We talked about it and decided it was a go. When we called her back she asked if we wanted to pick him up that day we jumped at the chance and he's been ours ever since. Nala was not too happy with the idea but she has since been gradually warming up to it. They have played together and chased each other around the yard. Nala is very protective of him and wants to know where he is at all times. She also wants whatever he is having. She has not totally adjusted to him yet but we are slowly getting there. He is the sweetest and cutest thing on the planet. It's been interesting trying to adjust to being parents to two pups. They take up most of our time besides work but they are so worth it.

As for his name... when we first started picking out a names Jett never was on the list. Then the day before I was thinking of names and I thought what about Jagger (from the song Moves Like Jagger which I love) but didn't want my puppy named after Mick Jagger (no offense) but then I thought Jett and Jagger I don't know why I put the two together but I did and so Jett became my #1 choice. Adam did not love it at first but then he said ok since you love Jett what about Jett Juma? I immediately was all for it and it's stuck. Juma was on or list as a first name but it was great for a middle name too. 

Juma means Warrior in Swahili.  

We are so happy he has joined our family!

Here are more adorable pictures to enjoy

A Closet Full of Shoes...

I am still trying to get all my things that I had at my family's home over to my home and since most things were not considered very urgent most got left in my old room. Lately my family has been boxing things up and when we go over there every Sunday we usually take one or two boxes with us. Well I came across this...

I loved this book as a kid. 

 I was looking through it the other day when I came across a poem that I'm pretty sure most women and maybe some men who are always hearing the " I can't find my other shoe"  phrase can relate to. I wanted to share it with you since it always makes me chuckle.

A Closet Full of Shoes

Party shoes with frills and bows,

Workin' shoes with steel toes,

Sneakers, flip flops and galoshes,

Boots to wear with mackintoshes,

Brogans, oxfords and satin pumps,

Dancin' taps and wooden clumps,

Shoes for climbin', Shoes for hikes,

Football cleats and baseball spikes,

Shoes of shiny patent leather,

Woolly shoes for winter weather,

Loafers, rough-outs, sandals, spats,

High heels, low heels, platforms, flats,

Moccasins and fins and flippers,

Shower clogs and ballet slippers...

A  zillion shoes and just one missin'

That's the one that matches this'n

Friday Phone Dump...

So... I, like a lot of people, take pictures on their phone and hope to one day do something with them.

I went through the ones on my phone and here are some that I have either forgotten about or are to cute not to record on the blog...

Enjoy!
[FYI] most of them are of Nala cause frankly she is as
cute as cute can be!!

Our Blog Turns [3]

I know it probably sounds lame to do a blog post on the fact that I have now been blogging for 3 years as of 08/03/08.

But since the blog means the world to me I wanted to spotlight the incredible memories it has kept safe for us to look back on.

Here is our very first blog post:

Here is our first blog!! I am excited to share what has been going on in our life for those of you who do not live close to us or do not hear from us often. Also for those who are closest to us its just fun to read about our exciting life. :) Anyhow right now our life is pretty normal. Adam is currently employed by cybernet slash support as a team leader. Me (Ashley) I am currently working at the S.M.A.R.T. Clinic as a Medical Assistant. We are greatful for our jobs since they do keep a roof over our heads and food on the table, even if its just plain ol mac & cheese. We are currently living at the Serengeti Springs apartments on the outskirts of West Jordan and we plan on being here til at least July of 09. Since our lease won't be up until then! Adam is working on finishing his filming project with his friends/filming buddies. Hopefully the movie will be done by the end of the year and they will be having a premire. I am trying to get my scrapbooking done but since the den is still a mess from unpacking I have not been in there often for fear of breaking my neck lol!! I hope to get that project going in the next month or so. I am getting so behind I might just have to take a scrapbooking vacation! I wish!!. Speaking of vacations Adam and I are looking forward to going on vacation to Disneyland with my family - in 50 days to be exact. Adam has not been to D-land since he was around 10 years of age. I can't wait to see how he likes it, plus all the cute pictures that come from vacations and thus making me even more behind in the scrapbooking department!! lol I will be updating this from time to time so please feel free to come back and read the next adventure that comes our way!! -Ashley

My, My, My how things, places, people, lives have changed since that very first post. It's amazing to see the difference in our life since then. I'm so glad I have these memories to look back on and to see everything we have been though the good/bad, happy/sad the funny/serious things that have been documented on this special blog. When I go back and re-read posts of events I have nearly forgotten about it makes me so happy that I can re-live those moments. Even the posts that are hard to re-read I am thankful for. It makes the happy posts that much better. I can't explain how much I love our little blog and I am so thankful I decide to start it.

When people find out I have a blog most are skeptical and question why a person would want to write about your life for the whole world to see. All the private things that are sometimes said. The times when my posts reveal the vulnerable side to me. That to me is priceless and to be able to get feelings on paper so to speak helps me cope and deal with things. It has also become a great stress reliever. I have no regrets and wouldn't change a thing. Thanks for reading about our many ups and downs we have been through in the past three years!

Babies...Brides...Birthdays

We have had a busy past couple of weeks. The Sunday after camping which was 7/31/11 a new member joined our family.

My cousins Brooke and Curtis had their sweet baby girl!

I had the privilege of being at the hospital when she was born and I couldn't wait to meet her. I got to see her when she was just minutes old. I don't think I've ever seen a baby that new right fresh from the womb before it definitely was the most amazing experience. I was able to get some great pictures to document this monumental occasion. She is the sweetest thing on the planet and we are so thrilled she chose our family to join. We loved her before she was born and we love her even more now if that is possible.

The weekend after Lucy was born Adam's sister Sara married her prince Clark on 08/06/11. The wedding was beautiful and I hope it was everything she hoped and dreamed it would be. We had a great time being with Adam's side of the family, since we don't see them as often. We are excited to have Clark join our family! We know he will make Sara very happy and vice versa. Sara looked radiant and happier than I have ever seen her. I hope they have many years of happiness! 

(photo by Matt Collet)

Our Nala turned 2 on 08/10/11. I can't believe she is 2 already!! She is the sweetest puppy I have met (I am a bit bias).

She has enriched our lives more than ever imagined. Even without words you know your are loved and I never doubt that. I love that she still has some puppy in her even though she is mostly out of the puppy phase. It's hard for me to not call her a puppy since I have always called her that. She is one of a kind that can and will never be replaced. With the recent scare It made me realize even more how much our hearts are intertwined, I would do anything for her just like a child. I am so glad I took time off work to take her to the vet last Thursday I don't want to know what could have happened and I am glad I don't have to find out.

We are blessed to have such a special family member.

First Ever...

First ever camping trip as a married couple. I know some of you may be surprised since as you know Adam loves the outdoors. I love it too but not nearly as much. We have been wanting to go camping for along time actually ever since we got married, we even got a nice tent for a bridal shower gift. But alas no camping had taken place until the weekend of the 24th of July. We went up to the Unita National Forest to the Ponderosa campground. Our site was great, out of the way, close to the river and they allowed dogs. It was a short trip but we had a fabulous time. It was just the 3 of us until Saturday night when our besties Matt and Beckie Mabey came up and kept us company. We had amazing kabobs, baked beans and cold watermelon it was delish. We roasted marshmallows and chatted until the stars came out! This was only my second time camping ever in my life so I was a little nervous. I didn't sleep to well the first night and since Nala wasn't to sure about the tent she slept right next to me. Everyone slept better the next night. We will for sure go back at some point hopefully soon but since it took us 3 years just to go camping once i'm not holding breath about a second camping trip in the same year.

Enjoy some pics from our outdoorsy adventure!