we're still alive!

Yes, we are still here, just amazingly short on time! So what's new?

Ella turned 3!
I went back to work
Ella started preschool
Aiden is almost potty-trained
I'm still the Primary President (not new, but never-ending)
We became foster parent "ambassadors"

Well that's it in a nutshell. Obviously, I don't get much rec time on the computer anymore, but I'm going to get back to blogging! Keep an eye out for us!

boy meets girl - TAG

I was tagged a while ago by my friend Kathy, and I'm finally getting around to doing it, so enjoy!

This tag is called "How I met___."
1. Where did you meet? Puert Rico, San Juan Mission
2. What was the first thought that went through your head when you met? Poor little "green" elder!
3. Do you remember what he was wearing? White shirt, black name tag. He was probably wearing a really nice suit. He worked at Macy's before he went on his mission and had some really great suits!
4. Where was the first time you kissed this person? On the sofa of my apartment in Las Vegas.
5. Where did you go for your first date? I honestly don't remember. We hung out a lot as friends before we "dated" and I can't remember exactly where friendship ended and dating began!
6. How long did you know this person before you were a couple? 6 years
7. How did he ask you out? Refer to question 5 (sorry, don't remember)
8. Has this person ever proposed to you? Of course!
9. Do you and this person have kids together? 4 little monkeys and counting!
10. Have you ever broken the law with this person? Not that I know of.
11. When was the first time you realized you liked this person. Sometime in February of 1999
12. Do you get along with his family? Most of them.
13. Do you trust this person? Usually (of course I do!)
14. Do you see him as your partner in the future? FOREVER
15. What is the best gift he gave you? Too many to name, maybe not: Anthony, Luca, Ella, and Aiden!
16. What is one thing he does that gets on your nerves? Bites his nails!
17. Where do you see each other 15 years from now? Hopefully in a little bit bigger house!
18. What causes the most arguments? Kids
19. How long have you been together? 9 years
20. Are you married? I sure hope so! Of Course
21. Who do you tag? Kirsten, Elisa, Natalie, Lupita and Sabra

ours eternally!

On November 15 we had the blessing and privilege of taking Aiden to the Salt Lake Temple to be sealed to us! What an amazing experience. When we were sealed to Anthony and Ella in March, Aiden wasn't allowed to be in the temple with us. When we came out for pictures, he was happy, but the minute we had to go back into the temple to change, he began to cry and call for "Papa". He didn't stop crying until we had come back out in our regular clothes. It was so special to be able to go into the temple this time as a family! Aiden was wonderful! He's such a good little guy, I wasn't worried about his behaviour at all, but I wasn't expecting to see him so happy. He glowed! From the moment he walked in to the sealing room with his brothers and sister, he didn't stop smiling. I am so thankful for our family and for this amazing year we've had! I can't wait to see what next year has in store for us!

adventures in sewing

I made a dress this weekend for Ella. I love the fabric, and the dress pattern. I'm not sure how I feel about the two together, but Ella seems to like it.

an evening at home with the Ramos'

I went into the livingroom after dinner tonight and found this. And believe it or not, it didn't end in tears or fights or anything. Just another family activity at the Ramos household.

we're off to see the wizard!

We are home from Trick-or-Treating, candy has been sorted, and costumes have been put away. We have survived another Halloween! When I was a kid, if we were lucky, we got to wear our costumes twice; once for school, and once for the actual night of Halloween. When did it turn into a week long celebration? We have been to 2 trunk-or-treats, Ricardo's work party, a Lil' Feathers party, a school parade and the actual trick-or-treating. I'm exhausted! At least they got good use out of their costumes!

Rio Tinto Stadium

After 4 years of loyal support, dare I say fanaticism, we (and ReAL Salt Lake) finally have a home! Rio Tinto Stadium opened for the last two games of the regular season on October 9 and it is amazing! The stadium is gorgeous and we have super seats. The crowd is as fun as ever and we are looking forward to next season! Not only that, but if we can pull a win or a tie this Saturday, RSL will make it into the finals! Yes, we already have tickets for that possible game!