Pageant Debut

Mud sticks. Though this may be an obvious statement, it was futher engrained in me when I made my Pageant Debut cast as Chester in the Mud Scene of the Castle Valley pageant. Filling in at the last moment as one of the "mud boys" was a dream come true from the first day I saw the pageant 5 years ago. This dream soon turned into a nightmare as I froze under the lights and demonstrated my inability to act, even though it is all recorded and body movements is all that is required. The best I could do was to lose both of my boots and get mud in every possible place. After my debut I cam home a little discouraged, thinking I had ruined the pageant and had come to the conclusion that mud really does stick but what I need to stick to is anything but mud, especially if it is under the lights.

Below is my 2 minutes of fame (I'm the one on the far left, the one that can't dance):

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEVO!

On January 30th Devin finally caught up to me in one thing... age!  We are now both 29 years old together for about 6 months when I hit the big 30, but that's another story!  Anyway, I am happy that he is still around and still putting up with me!  I often wonder if I am the wife I need to be to this man, but I know that Devin is with me thick and thin and I am sure some of those gray hairs are attributed to me.  He is a very patient and kind man even though he doesn't understand me or my issues at times.  He is a wonderful father to Parker and Parker loves his Dad.  I do love him and hope for another wonderful year for him!  Thanks for being the rock because ya know what?  You ROCK!

 

Husband Tagged

What is your husband's name?  Devin Arnel Esplin

How long have you been married?  4 Years

How long did you date?  Dated 7 Months, Engaged 4 1/2 months

How old is he?  27 (will be 28 January 30th)

Who eats more sweets?  I think I win, but he is a close second especially if its sour sweets!

Who said "I love you" first?  I did

Who is taller?  He is and it's a good thing!

Who is a better singer?  I am. but he sings with all his heart!

Who is smarter?  It depends what we are talking about :)

Who does the laundry?  I do most of the time, but he is willing to do it when I can't.

Who pays the bills?  It's a joint effort most of the time

Who sleeps on the right side of the bed?  He does

Does he snore?  Depends on how tired he is, usually it's a heavy breathing

What does he do in his spared time?  Spends time with Parker and me, works in the yard, blogs, and reads

Who mows the lawn?  He does because he loves yard work.

What is his favorite candy bar?  He likes sour candy like Sweettarts, Lemonheads, etc., but also loves chocolate too.

Who cooks dinner?  Depends on how ambitious I feel that day, but he helps me out sooo much!

Who drives?  We take turns, but I love to drive

Who is the first to say they are wrong?  He is because I'm always right. :)

Who kissed who first?  He definitely kissed me first with some work. I'm not that easy to catch.

Who asked who out first?  He asked me out first on my first day at the bookstore.  That's a great story. :)  It was a challenge after his Dad said I was too good for him.

Who wears the pants?  We share the responsibilities, but he is the Patriarch

Does he say he love you every day?  Yes, every time we talk!  

My hubby is the sweetest, most patient man ever.  He has to be to be with me.  Thank you honey for all the you are and everything you do!  I love you so much and couldn't ask for a better husband and father to Parker.  You are the best!

I tag Nykelle Pollastro, Cammie Pollastro, Shadoe Wankier, Allie Mower, Laura Jones

Horse Halloween??

Howdy Ma'am

Parker with the Yost Princesses!

Dad with Parker 

It wore Parker out to get his first "treat" but it sure was worth it!

Cowboy Family

Parker and Ty

Mom & Parker with the Yost kids

Horse or a cow, you tell us because apparently Wal-mart has difficulty distinguishing between the two when it comes to Halloween costumes.  We learned this upon going to a ward Halloween Party and people telling us he is such a cute "cow".  We learned quickly that trying to convince the native Emery County residents was pointless because they know their horses and we sure don't.  Regardless of what Parker was for his first Halloween he didn't seem to care and was as fun as ever.  His first Halloween included Carmel apple making with friends, a ward Halloween "bash" and trick or treating in his car seat.  Parker scored big time in his first visit to the Peacock home with his first treat, a "Baby Ruth" (fitting I know!).  Here are some pics from the Halloween Happenings!