Baby Boy is here!

My sister had her THIRD baby today! I can't believe it. All boys.... she's going to have her hands full! I love being an aunt..... what can I say? I think I have some of the cutest nieces and nephews on the planet ;) 

As of right now, this adorable boy doesn't have a name yet, but, he is loved regardless. (UPDATE: His name is Waylen Ray James. I love my sister to death, but can't stand her name choices! [Yes, I've told her this] So, I'm gonna call him James.)

The crappy part about his birth: my sister had to have a c-section; it bothers me knowing my sister was cut open. 

The awesome part about his birth:

New Ford Family Members!

Here are our 4th and 5th new members of our family.

D'artagnan

 and

Pippin

Can't tell what Pippin is? He's a hedgehog. Why did we get him? Ask Dallin. He's the one that wanted him.

I am WAY outnumbered in this house now! Oh well, good thing I love all my boys. :)

WE'RE MOVED!!!

It's SUCH a relief to be moved and in our own place! *sigh* (insert happy/relieved face right here.)

DRUMROLL

*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*

Here's the moment you've been waiting for ..... PICTURES! 

The pictures uploaded WAY out of order, so, you can try tour best at figuring it all out ;)

Family room

Family room

Family room

Master

Master

Main bathroom

2nd bathroom

2nd bedroom - future childs room 

3rd 'bedroom'/office (which will actually be guest room/library/craft room)

Detached external garage and shed (SO much storage! I love it!)

Living room

Living room

Kitchen

Dining area

Family room

I love our house :) 

P.S. We added a new member to our family, too. I will eventually post pictures of him, too.

Stay tuned 

Halloween weekend

I know I keep promising posts, but, I just don't know when I will get to them. Anyway, this past weekend was SO fun! Best (pre) Halloween I've ever had! It started on Friday night. My wonderful aunt is in town from England and we had a Rasmussen Family Halloween party. We all dress up, stuff our faces, have contests and play games - it's always a blast! (Especially when you have some awesome extended family members, too ;) ) 

This year was the first time ever that Dallin and I matched costumes for Halloween. (and I think my 1st time ever [in many years anyway] that I've dressed up as a 'good guy' or something not scary - what can I say? I love my horror.) 

Anyway - this is how our night ended.... all the super heroes (and super villain?) had a show down with the zombies. You know you're jealous that your family never had a costume party show down ;) 

The next day:

We ran a 5K - our 1st one.

It was the Zombie Chase. We never trained for it - and I know we paid for it, but, it was a blast! 

Afterwards, Dallin, Todd, Coleton and I went to Trafalga and played laser tag for a few hours.

Then we dropped the boys off and went to Gato's to play 

Left 4 Dead and watched episode 302 of 

Walking Dead - we love this show! 

By this time, we were very exhausted! After we enjoyed our lunch from Cafe Rio, we went home to take a much deserved and needed nap. 

Afterwards, we got super heroe'd up again and rescued some civilians from the grasps of zombies! 

We went to the Zombie Apocalypse at the xsi factory in Lehi by Thanksgiving Point; IT.WAS. AWESOME! I love scary stuff and generally don't get scared. This creeped me out and I would TOTALLY recommend it! SO fun! I just wish it was longer! 

OK, to end the night, we attended a dance party that was also in the xsi factory. It was also a debut party for Alex Boye's new single, Zombie.

Oh, c'mon! You know Alex Boye' - Utah famous LDS artist who also happens to be in Mo Tab? 

 

This dude? OK, let's move on.

ANYWAY, Alex Boye' was there, and it was AWESOME! As we were getting in line, they told us to come back to hear him perform. By the time we finished, we missed it. We went back and asked if we could get a picture with him - and we did. :) 

Albeit not a good one, but, a picture regardless. After I asked him if he sang his song, and then that was when were informed that we missed it. I was bummed. So, we headed out to the dance floor - it was pretty empty, but, we tore it up anyway. Dallin was freakin' hilarious since he had his mask on and no one could see his face. We were apparently there long enough for Alex to come back out and sing his new song again. (Which was released today btw) As the music started, he said a few words about the song and then said that  'this song is dedicated to bat girl'; how awesome is that!?

During the song there is an instrumental interlude; in the pick up to it, I slowly realized that through the darkness and the flashing lights that Alex was walking closer and closer to me. Then, he grabbed me and we started dancing! It was SO fun! I got a picture with him, a song dedicated to me, & I got to dance with him?! I can't think of any better way to end the evening. 

You should watch the video. Like. NOW. 

Our Zombie filled day was perfect and so fun! Hope you had an awesome Halloween weekend, too!

Blessings

Things over the past few weeks have been answers to prayers. My prayers have been more prayers in my heart; I'm making a goal to do better with personal prayers. So, I'm sure for those who have been praying for us - those have been answered as well. I've been meaning to blog for awhile, but I've been so busy. I guess everything starts back at the start of August, but, I think I'll hold your attention captive and save that for another time. 

The past few weeks, I can see the Lords hand has been involved in my life; I can only hope I can be humble and give the gratitude he deserves. My 2 vacations were much needed and memorable. My job has been a HUGE blessing! My mom moved back home, and I feel many things fell in place for our house. 

First off, I can't say how perfect my job is; it's everything I've wanted in a job and more.

Our house. *sigh* Can I tell you when my Realtor called and told us that we got the house - I can't believe I didn't cry! This-house-is-PERFECT! Yes, it's in Magna, but, it's the nicest neighborhood I've seen in Magna. It's the perfect size, a central location between both of our jobs, and everything I wanted in a house. My biggest 3 things was I wanted an open floor plan, a 2nd bathroom, and a fenced yard. The sellers also let us keep the fridge, stove, microwave, and dish washer - the ONLY thing we need to buy is a washer and dryer. The house is move in ready. I can't think of a better place to start our first ever home together. :) 

P.S. This wasn't as detailed as I wanted it to be because it is getting late and I am tired, so, hopefully I will add on later. :D goodnight. 

EXCITING NEWS!!!

I have been working on this idea I've had for months and I am finally ready to announce my new website! (blog) I want this to become a positive outlet and a place where friends can come together and a place where I can share my thoughts and ideas and to inspire others. Please feel free to come visit! 

Hope to see you soon!

I LOVE July!

July has always been my favorite month! This year has some EXTRA perks that I am excited about. To start off the month, it's my best friends birthday. Then the 4th of July, I LOVE celebrating the birthday of our country! There was much sacrifice to make this country free back then, and there is still sacrifice today. Then it's my birthday! I have been VERY spoiled when it comes to my birthday - I have NEVER been in school or had to work -EVER! With my parents being divorced, I had at least 2 parties! and it would go all weekend long usually; and sometimes I would have up to 3 or 4 parties! Then it's my little brothers birthday, then Gizmo's birthday. PERK #1 HARRY POTTER COMES OUT JULY 15TH!!!!!! I'm SO excited because I have been waiting for this for 5 YEARS! I am also very sad though because I have to re-live the ending of the series once, I am not excited for it to end a second time. I'm going to cry for sure - Harry Potter has been a major part of my life since I was what, 11 years old??  He was my friend when no one else was and has been a major part of my life for more than half my life! This month also consists of my brother-in-law, Jae's, and my step mom, Tammy's Birthdays as well. And as all Utahn's know, we have the 24th of July to celebrate our Pioneer heritage. PERK #2 MY MOM IS GOING TO VISIT THIS MONTH! I would assume by now that most of you know, I am a HUGE mommys girl. She is driving down this time so, I get to see my step dad, and Peaches!!! Peaches is my moms dog who is the mother of my dog :) AND I get to see her sexy new Mustang! We just need to make sure that Dallin doesn't steal it ;) 

So, how could I NOT love July?