So, Jacob taught 5th grade today and said all the kids asked him to eat lunch with them. He opted to eat lunch alone in the quiet classroom, then go play football with them at recess. I found the funniest note written to Jacob by an admiring student (I mean who didn't have a sub crush?). The note read:
The meaning of JACOB
J - jawesome
A - amazing
C - cool
O - orange
B - best sub
From: Olivia J.
Apparently some of the letters are tough to think of adjectives for. Like, orange...what? But my personal favorite...jawesome. Look that up in the dictionary and there will be a picture of Jacob, courtesy of Olivia!
Friday, November 5, 2010
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Photos
So, Jacob mentioned we went to conference last weekend. We had a great time and I just wanted to give a shout out to the Ashton's and the Jorgensen's for being so kind! I'm sure they don't read this, but thanks anyway! We had fun being part of your families!
Here we are in the conference center. This is right before Music and the Spoken Word. AKA...Jacob's nap.
Jacob and Andrew wore matching ties...on purpose. Cute.
Jacob and I on temple square.
Jacob also mentioned he has been substitute teaching. I made him pose for a picture yesterday before he left. He's a pretty cute sub, don't you think?
Here we are in the conference center. This is right before Music and the Spoken Word. AKA...Jacob's nap.
Jacob and Andrew wore matching ties...on purpose. Cute.
Jacob and I on temple square.
Jacob also mentioned he has been substitute teaching. I made him pose for a picture yesterday before he left. He's a pretty cute sub, don't you think?
Tickets to Boston
Two posts in one night, I had to one up Deidre since she's starting to post more. That and I'm trying to stay awake. I'm still working nights on Fridays and substitute teaching when ever I can between classes. I taught Jr. high today and after teaching first graders last time, I think I'll stick with the older kids. First grade is rough. I almost retired.
We have some things coming up that have been pretty exciting for us. First, we bought tickets to fly to Boston and see Jessie and Chris next Wednesday. Were going for a week and going to Boston, New York, and Lake Winnipesaukee. Jessie just had her baby so we get to see our niece and then relax. We can't wait. In Boston Deidre has tickets to go see Wicked and we both have never been to New York so we are spending a couple days down there to look around. We will post pictures and this time no photo shopping.
Second, Deidre got her ticket to fly home in November when Tyson gets back from his mission. This has been two years in the making and hopefully the end of many tears shed by my wife. It will be interesting to see how she reacts when Logan goes. Logan, I will cry for you if she doesn't and guarantee you either the same or one more care package than I sent Tyson. (I sent him zero, my bad).
Last, were trying to get the Murris down for thanksgiving. Were hoping you guys come and I think you all would pay good money to see Deidre cook a turkey. She will do great and I'd promise you all a ride on my motorcycle. Jena I won't set you up this time I swear and Austin, I will set you up this time. (I know a cocktail waitress from mesquite who is really nice!)
That's what's new with us so whelp, see ya later.
We have some things coming up that have been pretty exciting for us. First, we bought tickets to fly to Boston and see Jessie and Chris next Wednesday. Were going for a week and going to Boston, New York, and Lake Winnipesaukee. Jessie just had her baby so we get to see our niece and then relax. We can't wait. In Boston Deidre has tickets to go see Wicked and we both have never been to New York so we are spending a couple days down there to look around. We will post pictures and this time no photo shopping.
Second, Deidre got her ticket to fly home in November when Tyson gets back from his mission. This has been two years in the making and hopefully the end of many tears shed by my wife. It will be interesting to see how she reacts when Logan goes. Logan, I will cry for you if she doesn't and guarantee you either the same or one more care package than I sent Tyson. (I sent him zero, my bad).
Last, were trying to get the Murris down for thanksgiving. Were hoping you guys come and I think you all would pay good money to see Deidre cook a turkey. She will do great and I'd promise you all a ride on my motorcycle. Jena I won't set you up this time I swear and Austin, I will set you up this time. (I know a cocktail waitress from mesquite who is really nice!)
That's what's new with us so whelp, see ya later.
Elder Packer
I am at work and have been reading about all that has been going on in Salt Lake City this last week. Last Sunday we went to general conference with Megan and Andrew and got to hear some great talks. One that has been a big issue here in Utah has been by president Boyd K Packer and his talk on over coming unnatural and impure temptations.
Seeing protesters and news stations bombard temple square demanding apologies and demeaning apostles has been tough to watch. I'd almost rather be forced to watch a full episode of glee or see Kobe Bryant become the starting shooting guard for the Utah jazz.
This blogs mostly for me but I'm so glad we have leaders from the lord to stand up for what is right and fight against Satan. Moroni 9:6. I admire them and am amazed at their strength. When an 86 year old man can be helped up to a podium and testify against gay marriage, this can not be easy. While he changed his statements on the lds.org website from what he originally said, the point that we can all overcome our temptations was still there. Using excuses to avoid change will not work and while nothing he said regarding gay and lesbian behavior is new, his directness was.
I believe we all have things in our life that we need to repent of and I know I have felt overwhelmed at my imperfections. This talk gave hope that we are not doomed and there is a way out of sin and addiction. It has also made me think twice about my trips to mesquite and the 2$ craps tables. Goodbye friendly foreign blackjack dealer and immodestly dressed cocktail waitress. My new bi-monthly income and secondhand free smoke filled lungs thank you.
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Be Prepared for the Chance of a Lifetime
On september 18, me, Jena, and my mom met in salt lake for a girls weekend, and it was epic! We first went shopping which was highly unproductive and disappointing. Then I attempted to drive down town only to find out that it was the 'Dew Tour' in the Energy Solutions Arena. It literally took me 5 minutes to realize that was a bad idea and 40 minutes to get out of there! Once I made it to the hotel we got all dolled up for dinner. We walked to a nearby Italian restaurant. Once we entered we quickly felt out of place. This place was fancy. The average meal was $25-30 (which was way over the budget). The waiter dished up our sizzling meal right in front of us and there was one guy dedicated to keeping our water glasses full. Luckily, the menu offered half portions, so that's what we ordered. We all laughed when we got the bill and it was $38 for all of us. Hahaha. However, the best part was when the water boy came to the table and cleaned off all the crumbs in front of me! So embarrassing.
Once dinner was over we walked to the Capital Theater to see "The Lion King"! it was spectacular! Only thing that would have made it better is JTT himself!
Jacob believes that the people chanting during Circle of Life are saying "hemoglobin aphen hemoglobin" so that was running through my head the whole first scene. I tried to explain to him what hemoglobin is, but he doesn't believe me. He swears it's of African origin.
Walking home at 11 o'clock was a little scary. Jena acted tough, but I was openly nervous. We passed several pubs, one with a mostly naked guy dancing on the balcony. Mom opted to walk down the other street. The only time I really felt safe was in front of the liquor store and that's just because there were 4 policemen outside! We tried to go to McDonalds, but the lobby was closed, so we drove from our neighboring hotel to the drive through. It was entertaining teaching mom how to go through a double lane drive through. She didn't catch on very quickly! Ha ha ha.
Sunday we went to temple square to watch music and the spoken word. I heart the Mormon tabernacle choir. And the orchestra was there which made it that much better. My favorite song was "Over the Rainbow" from wizard of oz. It blew Katherine McPhee's version out of the water! Amazing. At the end Lloyd announced that President Monson had been there for the taping. So cool.
Jena was too cool for pictures, so she was the photographer!
Overall, I had a great time and LOVED the production of Lion King. It was also great to spend time with my mom and sister. Love them.
Once dinner was over we walked to the Capital Theater to see "The Lion King"! it was spectacular! Only thing that would have made it better is JTT himself!
Jacob believes that the people chanting during Circle of Life are saying "hemoglobin aphen hemoglobin" so that was running through my head the whole first scene. I tried to explain to him what hemoglobin is, but he doesn't believe me. He swears it's of African origin.
Walking home at 11 o'clock was a little scary. Jena acted tough, but I was openly nervous. We passed several pubs, one with a mostly naked guy dancing on the balcony. Mom opted to walk down the other street. The only time I really felt safe was in front of the liquor store and that's just because there were 4 policemen outside! We tried to go to McDonalds, but the lobby was closed, so we drove from our neighboring hotel to the drive through. It was entertaining teaching mom how to go through a double lane drive through. She didn't catch on very quickly! Ha ha ha.
Sunday we went to temple square to watch music and the spoken word. I heart the Mormon tabernacle choir. And the orchestra was there which made it that much better. My favorite song was "Over the Rainbow" from wizard of oz. It blew Katherine McPhee's version out of the water! Amazing. At the end Lloyd announced that President Monson had been there for the taping. So cool.
Jena was too cool for pictures, so she was the photographer!
Overall, I had a great time and LOVED the production of Lion King. It was also great to spend time with my mom and sister. Love them.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Labor Day
We went to Sand Hallow with some friends on Labor Day to have a BBQ! (yes, we do have friends...shocking I know.) We had a lot of fun.
Jacob and the kids swam, the rest of us opted to stay dry due to the "swimmers itch is active" sign.
Andrew and Megan
Jacob and I
This is my favorite picture! Jackson just kicking back soaking in the sun! What a funny kid!
So you may be shocked that I updated so soon. The truth is I sat down to do my homework and have successfully found a dozen other things to do instead. Homework blows.
Jacob and the kids swam, the rest of us opted to stay dry due to the "swimmers itch is active" sign.
Andrew and Megan
Jacob and I
This is my favorite picture! Jackson just kicking back soaking in the sun! What a funny kid!
So you may be shocked that I updated so soon. The truth is I sat down to do my homework and have successfully found a dozen other things to do instead. Homework blows.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Bear Lake
A few weeks ago we went to Bear Lake with the Rasmussens. We first stopped in Park City to go shopping and take a picture by this sign.
Jacob also found this shirt that fit perfectly but was the wrong color!
Pedro and Nicole were down from Chicago so they joined us to go boating. It was so good to see them!
It was pretty cold this year, but that didn't stop us. We wake boarded and rode the water weenie, except for me I didn't because the water weenie is totally overrated. And Jacob likes to knock people off...not cool.
Saturday night we went to Pickleville playhouse and saw "Bandito rides again". (which didn't sense cuz he never rode nothing in the first place so how can he ride agggainnn?)
On Sunday Ryan, Annalyn, and the boys came. We went four wheeling and jet skiing with them. And Annalyn swore she wasn't good at tennis but I think that was all part of her strategy. She's pretty much pro. Over all we had great time!
Lee made his famous pancakes.
When we got home Jacob talked Jason into letting him buzz his head. They were both super excited about it. Sorry Carrie!
Next year we hope to have better attendance. Moving to the east coast and having a baby isn't a good enough excuse (Callie and Jessie)!
Jacob also found this shirt that fit perfectly but was the wrong color!
Pedro and Nicole were down from Chicago so they joined us to go boating. It was so good to see them!
It was pretty cold this year, but that didn't stop us. We wake boarded and rode the water weenie, except for me I didn't because the water weenie is totally overrated. And Jacob likes to knock people off...not cool.
Saturday night we went to Pickleville playhouse and saw "Bandito rides again". (which didn't sense cuz he never rode nothing in the first place so how can he ride agggainnn?)
On Sunday Ryan, Annalyn, and the boys came. We went four wheeling and jet skiing with them. And Annalyn swore she wasn't good at tennis but I think that was all part of her strategy. She's pretty much pro. Over all we had great time!
Lee made his famous pancakes.
When we got home Jacob talked Jason into letting him buzz his head. They were both super excited about it. Sorry Carrie!
Next year we hope to have better attendance. Moving to the east coast and having a baby isn't a good enough excuse (Callie and Jessie)!
Monday, August 16, 2010
To all our fans
Deidre let me know last night that someone read our blog and we still have some followers. I thought it was a lost cause seeing how Callie only commented on the last one and no one seems to be supportive of my twitter account idea. Ryan I'm looking at you. But now I know that some of you might want to hear about how we got ants last week or how i fixed the garage door opener with a pencil so be prepared for pointless updates on our lives...
This week-
I ate like 15 pies after finding this pie shop in St. George for Deidres birthday. Why didn't anybody tell me pies were this good? Randomly I have been sneaking out at night and asking our friends, "Is anyone else thinking about pie?" Deidre tells me I have an eating problem.
We missed the Murri family reunion. Ringtoss will have to wait another year and Deidre was really sad. She loves her job and her dentist and didn't want to risk losing that after just starting. She is by far the most responsible Rasmussen in the family. Annalyn you were up there until I saw Luke doing pop-a-wheelies on the four wheelers and mouthing the words to crazy train.
Baseball. We have played so much baseball that I'm considering trying out for the salt lake bees. If you're playing baseball when it's 104 degrees outside you deserve a 10 day minimum salary contract with a triple a feeder team. Too bad we only have 12 baseballs to hit right Ashley?!
Wipeout. We have been watching this a lot. Does anyone else want to be on this tv show more than I do? It's like Americas funniest home videos but just the crotch shots. 30 min of just crotch shots! Genius.
Welp that's probably more than you wanted to hear about us but to the faithful followers of our blog we thank you. Oh and we take requests if you want to be in the "things I owe my ___" column.
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This week-
I ate like 15 pies after finding this pie shop in St. George for Deidres birthday. Why didn't anybody tell me pies were this good? Randomly I have been sneaking out at night and asking our friends, "Is anyone else thinking about pie?" Deidre tells me I have an eating problem.
We missed the Murri family reunion. Ringtoss will have to wait another year and Deidre was really sad. She loves her job and her dentist and didn't want to risk losing that after just starting. She is by far the most responsible Rasmussen in the family. Annalyn you were up there until I saw Luke doing pop-a-wheelies on the four wheelers and mouthing the words to crazy train.
Baseball. We have played so much baseball that I'm considering trying out for the salt lake bees. If you're playing baseball when it's 104 degrees outside you deserve a 10 day minimum salary contract with a triple a feeder team. Too bad we only have 12 baseballs to hit right Ashley?!
Wipeout. We have been watching this a lot. Does anyone else want to be on this tv show more than I do? It's like Americas funniest home videos but just the crotch shots. 30 min of just crotch shots! Genius.
Welp that's probably more than you wanted to hear about us but to the faithful followers of our blog we thank you. Oh and we take requests if you want to be in the "things I owe my ___" column.
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Saturday, June 19, 2010
Things I owe my sister Callie for
* Introducing me to skipping school
* Telling me when I was dating crazy girls
* Marrying and introducing me to Shaun
* Being the first person I go to when I have a question (besides Deidre)
You are like a human google search
* One wasted year working at tgifridays and living in your basement.
* Being dads 2nd favorite. I could have been first. pre New Orleans.
* Helping me joke about things at inappropriate times
* Youre one of my best friends
Don't stay too long in South Carolina. We are too poor to go see you. Everyone else is rich and can go visit. Love you
Friday, May 21, 2010
Trip to the library and California
Deidre forgot to mention she tripped at the library a couple of weeks ago and is still healing. She got up too fast and her foot fell asleep and she went crashing in to like three computers. It was pretty bad and she was in a lot of pain.
She kept looking at me from the ground and for about half a second I really thought about pretending not to know her... Then I could tell it was bad and she was trying not to cry so I picked her up and carried her to the car. I think that makes up for the half a second of almost turning to the guy next to me and asking if he saw that and who that girl was.
After Graduation we went to callies and watched Jordan, kailey and Carter while they went to South Carolina to find us a house to live in when we move there with them. Callie I don't want you to move so were going with you if you find me a job. Seriously, I will miss you guys and your kids were easy and fun to watch.
After that we went to California for moms and carries birthday.
Mom and dad always go all out when we come home to make sure we have a good time and I couldn't ask for better parents. Thanks guys.
Having seen all four of my sisters the last week and two birthdays they all did a lot of shopping. I felt kind of gay so this is me coming out of the closet on carries bday.
My sisters are awesome and it was fun to see them all again. Jessie came from Boston and told us about her having twins, Hadley and Heather harrison. She always makes going home more fun. Love ya Jess.
We went to San Juan Capistrano, the Newport beach temple and saw our new nephew Finn on this trip too. Lily had her first tooth pulled and Kevin was always wearing the hat Jessie got at the angels game. It wasn't really a hat it came with jessie's fries in it but he loved that thing.
At the end of the month summer classes start up for me and Deidre is taking her boards. Were hoping that she passes so wish her luck on the 27th and 29th.
She kept looking at me from the ground and for about half a second I really thought about pretending not to know her... Then I could tell it was bad and she was trying not to cry so I picked her up and carried her to the car. I think that makes up for the half a second of almost turning to the guy next to me and asking if he saw that and who that girl was.
After Graduation we went to callies and watched Jordan, kailey and Carter while they went to South Carolina to find us a house to live in when we move there with them. Callie I don't want you to move so were going with you if you find me a job. Seriously, I will miss you guys and your kids were easy and fun to watch.
After that we went to California for moms and carries birthday.
Mom and dad always go all out when we come home to make sure we have a good time and I couldn't ask for better parents. Thanks guys.
Having seen all four of my sisters the last week and two birthdays they all did a lot of shopping. I felt kind of gay so this is me coming out of the closet on carries bday.
My sisters are awesome and it was fun to see them all again. Jessie came from Boston and told us about her having twins, Hadley and Heather harrison. She always makes going home more fun. Love ya Jess.
We went to San Juan Capistrano, the Newport beach temple and saw our new nephew Finn on this trip too. Lily had her first tooth pulled and Kevin was always wearing the hat Jessie got at the angels game. It wasn't really a hat it came with jessie's fries in it but he loved that thing.
At the end of the month summer classes start up for me and Deidre is taking her boards. Were hoping that she passes so wish her luck on the 27th and 29th.
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Where to begin?
Obviously we are horrible bloggers...but still better than Jessie. With that said i'm not going to attempt to catch you up on the happenings since November (assuming someone is still reading this) so, I'll hit the major points. In April We celebrated jacob's birthday. His mom came all the way to spend the day with him, which was so sweet. He got all sorts of things, including the iPad that I am currently blogging on. (which is not pictured). Basically, he is spoiled.
May marked the end of a great era...Dental hygiene school! I still cannot believe that I made it through. Sometimes I wonder if it's a dream and soon I'm going to wake up back in first semester! Thursday may 6th we had a pinning ceremony. Basically we ate dinner while awards were handed out. Then we are 'pinned' which is suppose to mark the moment we become professionals, no longer students! It was a very exciting night.
My bestie Megan was in charge and did an excellent job!
Megan and I after the ceremony
My parents and Austin came down
Jacob's parents also came. It was great to have so much support!
My instructor, ms. Wilson, gave me the nickname Dider. She found it hilarious! I even got a shout out in her pinning ceremony rap! "go dider, go dider!"
This is the Dixie state college dental hygiene class of 2010! I'm sure going to miss these girls. I won't know what to do when Leslie isn't in the chair next to me answering all my many stupid questions!
The next night was graduation from DSC. Jacob and I both received our associates degrees, however, he thought it was lame to walk. I, on the other hand, thought I deserved some recognition for all my hard work! Thus, I walked...with pride!
My BFF Ashley surprised me and came down from Idaho for my graduation! I was so happy to see her! she came with her parents (who practically helped raise me!) and her adorable baby. Love them!
Megan and I were quite disappointed to discover that our diplomas were EMPTY! WHAT?
Jacob and I. The DSC graduates!
So, basically, I've conquered Dixie. Now what?
May marked the end of a great era...Dental hygiene school! I still cannot believe that I made it through. Sometimes I wonder if it's a dream and soon I'm going to wake up back in first semester! Thursday may 6th we had a pinning ceremony. Basically we ate dinner while awards were handed out. Then we are 'pinned' which is suppose to mark the moment we become professionals, no longer students! It was a very exciting night.
My bestie Megan was in charge and did an excellent job!
Megan and I after the ceremony
My parents and Austin came down
Jacob's parents also came. It was great to have so much support!
My instructor, ms. Wilson, gave me the nickname Dider. She found it hilarious! I even got a shout out in her pinning ceremony rap! "go dider, go dider!"
This is the Dixie state college dental hygiene class of 2010! I'm sure going to miss these girls. I won't know what to do when Leslie isn't in the chair next to me answering all my many stupid questions!
The next night was graduation from DSC. Jacob and I both received our associates degrees, however, he thought it was lame to walk. I, on the other hand, thought I deserved some recognition for all my hard work! Thus, I walked...with pride!
My BFF Ashley surprised me and came down from Idaho for my graduation! I was so happy to see her! she came with her parents (who practically helped raise me!) and her adorable baby. Love them!
Megan and I were quite disappointed to discover that our diplomas were EMPTY! WHAT?
Jacob and I. The DSC graduates!
So, basically, I've conquered Dixie. Now what?
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