Orlando, FL

Well I figured it was about time I updated this blog. In May of this year I was promoted to General Manager at the Hampton Inn. Perfect timing after graduating with my Bachelors in Hotel, Resort and Hospitality Management. So far it has been the most amazing job and I feel so lucky to have it. Hilton requires a certain amount of training before I became an official GM so I got to travel a ton this summer. My biggest trips were to Memphis, TN and Orlando, FL. I went to Orlando in October and had the most amazing weather. It was a 5 day conference on new things for the brand and how to be the best leader I can be. I met a ton of amazing people including Marcus Buckingham!! They also closed down Sea World for us and had incorporated "Hampton" things throughout the park. It was such a fun week - the only thing that was missing was Derek : (. He surprised my by painting my wall purple - something I had been longing for for a while now and I just love it.

Infertility At It's Finest!

Well April is Infertility Awareness Month and it's quite ironic that three years ago on April 1st Derek and I decided we wanted to start our family... now it's 2011 and it's just the two of us. Our story is like most infertile couples. We fell in love and decided to wed on November 24th, 2006. We had big dreams for our life ahead... spend some honeymoon time with just the two of us, do some traveling, and then start a family. No where in our plan did infertility have a place. After a very long year of inconsistency we ventured to my OBGYN for some answers. We started a ton of tests until it was discovered that I suffered from PCOS a disorder that causes ovaries to not ovulate making it almost impossible to conceive. The one thing I feared most was happening to ME... INFERTILITY!! I cried... a lot. In public, in private it didn't matter. I was crushed and filled with anger, sadness, guilt, and hopelessness and many others. At that moment I had no idea what long road I had in front of me. The year to follow was the hardest of my life. We tried a few procedures on me and I started experimenting with many medications to see if any would help... but none did. We were going no where but deeper into medical debt. To make matters worse my insurance would not cover a thing.... not even my DR visits. Between the expenses and the painful procedures we decided to take a break. The great thing is that I married an amazing man who has not once blamed me, but I'm not gonna lie it kills me to think that because of me he may never be a father. Have we thought about adoption? YES! What about IFV? That too, but right now we are trying to find our path in life and see what option is best and how will we be able to afford it. I know God has a plan for us, but I'm having a hard time being patient... it is NOT one of my strengths. So far it's been a trying three years for us filled with heartache and despair and I know the road in front of us is not much better... I'm just glad I have my best friend to help me through the nights where all I want to do is cry. To all my friends/family members/and any other mothers I want you to know that I am happy for you and your baby even though I may not show it. It's difficult to express joy for others when you go through infertility, but I truly am happy for you and the miracle God has blessed you with. For now I'm an aunt and may always be, but I'm pretty lucky to have 5 nephews to help care for.

Looking Forward to 2011

Im excited for 2011 there is a lot to look forward to this year like the following:Celebrate 5 wonderful years of marriage
Go on vacation somewhere awesome
Possibly add another pooch to our family like this guy
Landscape our front yard
Welcome two more nephews to the Bulloch clan
Continue to Exercise

Spend some time at Lake Powell

Go back to California

And the biggest thing this year.... Graduate College... Finally!

You'll shoot your eye out!

Merry Christmas everybody! Hope everyone had a fantastic Christmas like we did. Derek totally surprised me with this little beauty. Meet Polly my Welther P22 hand gun in light pink. Oh I how I love her so much. I never was into shooting all that much until I got my own gun. She is really easy to shoot and handle. We have only been out shooting a couple of times but it has been so much fun. My sister in law got a pink gun also so together we are going to get our concealed weapons permit. We are both super excited!

CaliForNia

As a Hotel Management major we study a lot of hotel properties around the country. One class in particular studied the Hilton Costa Mesa hotel in sunny California. After the long semester I felt the need to go visit this property with my hubby for a little fun and relaxation. It ended up being such a fun trip. I'm so glad that we went. The first two days were so beautiful the sun was shining and it was in the 80's. We checked into our hotel which was very nice. The first day we went and visited some important things from my childhood in Newport Beach. We did a ton of shopping and walking around seein the sights. We went to Balboa island where my dad used to live. It's this cute little man made island that you get to by ferry that has little boutiques and these small million dollar homes. We also went to Disneyland... Derek had never been... it was a little cloudy and chilly but so, so fun. We also got to see our good friends that moved down there for school. The whole trip was so fun and exciting and such a good break from every day life.

CrAzY tHaNkSgIvInG!!!!

So this year for Thanksgiving we celebrated with Derek's family up north in Lehi where Desi and Jared and Dusty and Emmi live. The first night up north Derek and I celebrated our 4th anniversary which was Wednesday. Cant believe it has been four years. It seems like just yesterday when we were dating. Later that night or morning I guess, Derek's sister Desi went into labor and our newest nephew was born around 3:30 am on Thanksgiving!!! He is such a doll and such a joy to our family. Soon two more nephews will be born and Derek and I couldn't be more happy or excited. So since Desi had little Treven we ate Thanksgiving on Friday which was actually really fun. The whole weekend turned out to be a blast hanging with family and friends. Hope everyone else had a great Thanksgiving too.

This Time of Year

I absolutely love this time of year. All the leaves are falling off and the air is crisp and school is almost out. Our fourth anniversary is coming up on the 24th and I feel like four years have flown by. We have been so blessed to do some amazing things together. I can't wait for school to get out so that we can take a vacation to Cali to relax and see our friends. I'm getting way excited for Christmas... even thought it is a couple months away. It's hard to not get excited when you walk into Walmart and they have isles of Christmas decorations and are playing Christmas music already. I promised Derek I wouldn't start decorating until December 1st. Hope everyone has a great thanksgiving!

Worst Blogger Award!

I must say that I am the worst blogger ever! Basically my life is the same every day: wake up bright and early and go to work, half way through work change in my car and go to school for several hours, get back in my car to change and finish work, after work drive home to hours of homework, make dinner, occasionally clean something or do laundry, then back to homework. Seriously this is my life. I have turned into a big loser. The only exciting thing is that Derek and I love our house. We moved in at the end of June and have loved every minute of it. We still have little things here and there that need to be put away, but its really starting to feel like home. We have the best neighbors and we just love our ward. Der works with the young men and is soooo good at it. My brother is doing great at the MTC. He has been there officially two weeks, but I'm ready for him to be home. Well I must stop blogging so I can finish my homework. Hope everyone is doing good!

Mission Call!!!!!

My brother Ethan is going on a mission!!!! We opened his call last night and discovered he is going to the Kennewick, Washington mission and he will teach in the Spanish language. I cannot believe that this day is finally here. Im freaking out a bit. I dont know if I am ready to have him leave for 2 years, but he is super excited and ready to get to work. I am so proud of him and cant wait for this amazing experience to bless his life. Love ya brotha!!!!

Feeling Thankful

Today I am feeling thankful. Im thankful for my family. I have some of the best siblings and parents. One of the great things about being married is that I get to have more parents and more siblings. Im thankful for my husband. He is so perfect for me and he works so hard so that I can get the things that I want. I love him very much. Im thankful for my dog, Harley. She is the best dog ever and we love her soooooo much. Im thankful for my house and Im thankful for all those who have contributed to building it. Im thankful for our friends. Im thankful for my job and Im even thankful for all those guest who feel it necessary to complain to me. It makes me work harder to fix any problems. Im thankful for my husbands job and the fact that he can provide for us. Im thankful for trials in my life. Right now its hard to see why I have to go through some things but I know that I will be blessed in the end. Im thankful for our new neighbors who are extremely nice and Im thankful for our new ward. Everyone has been so welcoming. Im thankful for all other things that I cannot think of right now!!!!!!

House Update.. The only Update

The only exciting thing for us and that we close on our house in about 5 weeks. Im and so excited and anxious! Thanks to all my family members for you love and support. We could not have done it without you.

House Update

Well things have been coming along just great minus some crazy Cedar weather that has set us back a bit. We cant believe that in just a couple months we will be in our very own home. Its hard to believe. Derek has done such an amazing job. I love him so much and am excited for this new chapter in our lives.

Mohey Tawa

My little sister Shannon tried out for Cedar Highs Drill Team Mohey Tawa and made it!!!!! I have never been so proud. I had tears in my eyes when I saw her number on the board. She basically is an amazing dancer and such a fast learner and soooo talented. I cant wait to see her progress. Its so shocking to me that she is old enough for high school. Its crazy how fast time goes. My lil sis is growing up so fast it makes me sad and excited at the same time.

Mi Casa

Everyday we get closer and closer to finishing our house. I really feel so blessed for the amazing husband I have and how dedicated he is to his work. I love him so much and would be lost without him. Thanks babe for all you do!

Framing

I cant believe how fast Derek is haulin on our house. Its finally starting to take shape. The pictures are of our walkout basement. This week they will start the main floor and the garage. Im soooo excited.