Well, last weekend was a ton of fun. Friday night, Alli and Kyle came to stay with us (and Zeus!). We stayed up eating popcorn and ice cream and playing card games. Alli and Kyle taught us a new game that was so much fun! We were all laughing pretty hard. Then on Saturday, my parents drove up so we could go to the Trans-Siberian Orchestra concert. Travis, Brooke, Josh, Trish, Jeremy and my parents and us were all there. It was amazing! I sat there literally in awe the entire time! I definitely recommend them to anyone! It was cool to be able to see the age range there. There were old old people, and kids and teens. I hope the TSO continues to tour because I will definitely be there every year!

I'm a Brunette!

So yesterday I did two things that I've never done before. I went and got a massage, thanks to a wonderful husband who demanded it and I got my hair colored brown! I'm not liking it right now but I think it's just because I'm not used to it. I'll post some pictures sometime in the future of it. It's definitely a change but one I think I was ready for. Anyway, it was a fun day.
Alli and Kyle are staying the night with us tonight and I'm excited to have visitors over! And then tomorrow's the Trans-Siberian Orchestra concert which I've already posted about 100 times but I'm way excited for that! Anyway, we'll work on getting some pictures uploaded.

Just a Quick Update

Well, nothing too exciting has happened since we last updated. We've just been working and going to school, as usual. I've got my next semester all planned out and it's going to be a busy one but I'll be done with my associates so there is some light at the end of the tunnel. Steven finished up his landscape job that he was working on and is probably disappointed that it's over. I know it was good for him to get outside and work for once. Anyway, other than that we're just having fun hanging out here at home. This weekend is the Trans-Siberian Orchestra concert so I'm real excited for that and then next week we fly up to Utah. It'll be nice to have a little getaway and see Amy!
Well, that's all we have for now. We'll update again soon!

The List Could Go On and On

So, I was just sitting here thinking about how wonderful my marriage is and thought that it's because I have such a great husband. It made me start thinking about all the little things that make him who he is. I know no one really cares about this but I do and I want Steven to be able to read this and know why I love him so much. I wanted to do a list of 25 things and when I got to 25 I still had so many more ideas but I stopped at 25.
1.He takes the trash out for me
2.He willingly helps clean
3.He accepts all the weird things I do—and there are a lot :o)
4.He’s open to try new things
5.He’s smart
6.He’s good with people
7.He’ll eat anything I make and not complain!
8.He’s a hard worker
9.He’s the type of guy that likes to be home and not have to watch sports 24/7
10.He’s romantic
11.He gives the best kisses and hugs
12.He’s not embarrassed to be sensitive
13.He’s good with kids and I know he’s going to be a great dad!
14.He takes me shopping!
15.He listens and gives advice even though that’s what he does all day!
16.He likes small towns…like me!
17.He has goals and knows what he wants in life
18.He’s goofy
19.He makes me laugh like no one ever has before!
20.He calls just to say hi
21.He’s understanding and accepting
22.He likes to cuddle and be romantic, even if it’s front of his guy friends :o)
23.He’s always himself
24.He’s athletic and cares about the way he looks
25.He’s my best friend

I love you Steven Michael Carbonneau!

Our First Time to the State Fair!

Both Steven and I had never been to the state fair so we figured we'd go this year! We left yesterday at about 3:00 and stayed until 10:00 last night! We didn't think there would be so much to do! We had a blast! We walked around, went on a few rides (Steven wouldn't go on very many :o) and we ate some very greasy but good food (Indian fry bread, curly fries, corn dogs). We went inside a "fun house" which wasn't so fun. It made me sick! Not really, but the stairs would move and we had to climb through a hundred ropes to get out and then walk through a spinning tunnel. We went to the demolition derby and I think that was by far my favorite part of the fair. It was like live-size bumper cars! We also saw the biggest horse, steer, and pig. The steer was just ridiculous--6'6 tall! I got some pictures of course! And we also had to visit the Harley-Davidson tent. We sat on all the bikes and talked to the guy there about them too. I have to admit, I want one now! I would definitely get one for both Steven and myself. On our way out we walked through the petting zoo which had more animals than I thought. They had a camel, zebra, pigs, mini-horse, ostrich, goats, a bison-looking thing, kangaroo and quite a few more that I can't remember.

Pumpkin Patch and Farewells

This weekend was such a fun weekend. But of course I think any weekend is great when I get to go back home to Benson! We kicked off the weekend by leaving for Benson late Friday night. My family was at the Gaslight Theater so we weren't in a rush to get to Benson. Saturday morning we got up and enjoyed some delicious pumpkin pancakes and buttermilk syrup that my mom and I cooked (if anyone wants the recipe,they're both delicious!). Then Travis and Brooke came down (and the dogs, Lucy and Rosie) and we, along with my mom and dad went out to Willcox to Apple Annie's pumpkin patch. We went last year and thought it be fun to go again!

We took a while choosing our pumpkins but that's always the fun part. It was so hot though! I was surprised for this time of year. Then we went to the produce "barn" and we bought a 15 lb. banana squash (which I LOVE) and some homemade apple butter.
Then all of us enjoyed shaved ice and kettle corn. It's definitely a fun place to go with family, all ages.
That evening we went down to my aunt and uncle's to have "Fenn Tacos." A lot of my aunt Carrie's family was there along with the Fenn side since it was my cousin Marcus's mission farewell that Sunday.
Later that night we stayed up playing the card game "Up Up Down" with our family. The mission farewell was good. Our "Fenn" family sang "Lead Kindly Light" and I thought we did pretty good. But maybe I'm just biased. Then after church we had dinner again at Mark and Carrie's. Except this time there were about 100 people (or at least it seemed).
After getting away from the crowd we went back home and played some more Up Up Down and then my mom taught us how to play Speed Scrabble. Thanks Mom! It was fun!
So, it was a fun weekend. Jeremy was there at home too. I love being with my family and being in Benson. The temperature was only about 55 but to us Mesa people it felt like it could snow! :o)

I Love Weddings!

On Friday, the 12th, Steven's good friend Loren got married and we were invited to the temple to be with them. The wedding ceremony itself was beautiful and it reminded me of when we got married. The spirit was very strong there as they were sealed. Afterwards we waited for them to come outside and hung around for pictures since Steven was one of the groomsmen. Unfortunately I had to go to class so I wasn't able to go to lunch afterwards but Steven had fun!
Later that evening we drove out to Buckeye to go to the reception. Steven just stood in a reception line most of the time and I kind of got drafted into the kitchen but it was good because it gave me something to do! After a long and exhausting night, we finally drove home.
Hopefully we'll get to spend more time now with Loren and Kylie now that they're together! They're a great couple and we're happy for them!