The Festivities Begin...

The Jenkins Family Hotness! :) We are missing a few though!

Steffie Say "Hi" the the babies.

Steffie and Ashley...the family hairdresser. She makes sure everyone can look this good! :)

Zach and his new best friend Hillary.

Cole thought I didn't have enough for Christmas so he gave me his gifts.

Me and Steffie

The baby momma pics.

They tell me there's a baby in there.

So the year's Christmas Celebrations have started out with a bang! Frank and I have alot of stops at Christmas time. My Extended Family, His Dad and Wife, His Mom and Husband, His Sister, and the we usually end it with my Parents and Mom's side of the familly. This year is a little different though...we will be spending most of the week in the mountains! I really hope it snows! If it sounds like alot of driving it is! Fortunately our families are very close together...he grew up in Charlotte and I, of course, am from Greensboro. The Jenkins Family Christmas get together is always fun and FULL of people. These are just a few of the pictures from Saturday night. There are so many more pics, but they will have to come later. I had such a great time this year and can't wait for our baby to enjoy spending time with all their cousins! Frank never had a big family like mine so at first it overwhelmed him but I think this year he finally caught on. Hope everyone else is having a wonderful holiday! I promise to post more as the week goes on! Merry Christmas everyone!!!

HELP PLEASE!!!!

So I have been trying to research baby products lately. Trying to be ahead of the game and make sure that we get the products of the best quality and safety for our money so that they will last through more than just one baby. I have to tell ya though...MY HEAD IS SWIMMMING!!!! There is so much info out there!!!! I know that I am over thinking this, but I really want to make sure we don't end up with junk or things that we really could make due without. SOOOOOO......I was hoping that you more "experienced" mommies out there could offer some advice. Please let me know what products and things you have or had that made your life easier and lasted. From the smallest things like pacifires and bottles to Strollers and Pack n plays. Any advice would be GREATLY APPRECIATED. I know we are getting into this really really early, but Frank and I want to get things a little at a time so the cost doesn't give us a larger heart attack than is necessary. Always better to be prepared! :) Thanks for your help ladies!!!!

Oh Christmas trees....

I finally set up our Christmas trees!!! Frank really doesn't get why I even bother since we are never here for Christmas anyway, but I can't help myself! Our house looks so empty I know, but the trees look so pretty up! I wish I could leave them up all year! Plus I feel horrible because I am not sending out Christmas Cards this year. Not because I don't want to but I am just so BUSY! I promise next year I will send out cards, but I wanted everyone to know that I love you all and you are thought of!!! I hope everyone is having fun getting ready for the holidays and know that our hearts are with and we look forward to seeing some of you over the holidays!

Brianna Comes To Play...

Last night my very dear friend Gabby and her little one Brianna came over to invite me to a kiddie Christmas party. It was so much fun! Gabby's command's first class association planned it at a big balloon bounce place. Bri had SOOOO MUCH fun!!! She would kick and laugh to be taken down the giant slides again and she of course flirted with every boy and man in the room! She really has a thing for the fellas already. After that we all came back to our house and had a quick dinner and some more playtime. Bri really loved looking at the Christmas tree and getting into everything! She is just so curious! We also found out that she a really sweet spot for my husband Frank. Frank came down to say goodnight and he told Bri goodnight and went upstairs to bed and she started balling and crawling after him! Gabby and I were so suprised. So Frank being the sweet man he is came back downstairs gave her a little hug, smooch and tickle. She was so happy after that. She just need to be said goodnight to properly! :) Haha! She is not a princess or anything! She makes me so anxious to see our little one! I can see how she has brought so much joy to Gabby's life! I just love those two girls!

Thanksgiving....

This Thanksgiving is the first Thanksgiving in a long time that I have sooooo much to be thankful for that I just don't know where to start....so here are the top ten:

1. I am so Thankful for my wonderful Husband. He is so patient, loving and makes me laugh everyday. He is truly my best friend and I can't remember life without him. I can't wait to see what the future brings with him.


2. Our baby. I don't know why Heavenly Father has be so generous as to entrust us with such a special little person to teach and love, but I am so unbelievably thankful for the opportunity to be a mother! What an amazing gift!


3. Our families, even though we never see them...and in some cases are still getting to know them....I love everything about them and how different they all are. They each bring something special to our lives. I think that is the best part of marriage...all the new family you get!




4. Friendship. Even though most of our very very dear friends live far away and spread all over the world and some are no longer with us, we are so blessed with wonderful friends. I think that I have some of the best friends you can have...the kind that forgive you when you never write or call and when you finally do you pick up right where you left off. That is a great friend :) You know who you are!



5. The military....I know I know it is a strange thing to have on my top ten, but I personally think it should be on everyones!!!!!!!! They go away from their families for months sometimes years on end, they work 24/7 in the worst conditions you can imagine, they see and do things that you would never wish on your worst enemy and get treated like crap for it when they come home. If you see a uniform you should get on your hands and knees and kiss the ground they walk on because they are brave enough to do what you couldn't. I love each and everyone of them like they were my brother or sister and am so thankful for their sacrafice. I am proud to have served and to have a husband serving now!


6. I am thankful for my Heavenly Father who asks so little and does so much. I really should let him know how appreciative I am more often!


7. I thankful that I was born in America, and hope that one day all the world can have the same freedoms that most Americans take for granted. I will work everyday with our children to make sure that they never forget how fortunate they are to have running water in the house, toys to play with, school to attend etc...


8. I am thankful to be an educated woman when so many women aren't even allowed to learn to read. To take classes, to learn new things, to spend an afternoon reading...all of this reminds me of all the women who simply aren't allowed by laws, tradition, religion, or family.


9. I am thankful to my new Ward family here. The Cape Henry ward has been so much more than just church. They have been my friends, my family, and helped me realize talents I never knew I had. I just love those folks!!


10. I am thankful for the holiday of Thanksgiving because it forces us to take a moment out of busy lives and remember all that we have that is important!

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!! We hope you are as happy and blessed as we are!

Happy Veterans Day....

Thank you Nick, Callen and Joshy. Without you I wouldn't be here about to be a mommy. You are forever friends, you are forever loved, and never forgotten. Thank you to my husband,
AT1 (SW/AW/MTS) Frank Marti for making me proud everyday to be your wife. To all the others Thank you for giving up so much for so little thanks.

Frank's Going to be a Daddy...

When we first found out that we were going to be having a baby it was really scary for Frank...for me to... but Frank was really scared! After we had the first initial talk about it we really didn't say much afterwards. I was really worried that he wasn't so happy about the baby. That it was just one more thing to worry about, but a friend of mine assured me that this was a normal male reaction. She said women become mothers as soon as we find out, but men become fathers as soon as the baby is born. So I decided to quit worrying about it and just hope she was right. As the weeks have passed and my belly has grown bigger and I get more uncomfortable Frank has been just amazing. He is so eager to please and help me in anyway he can to make me feel comfortable and calm. Frank has always been a very affectionate and sweet husband, but lately he has made me...I can't even describe. When we go to bed or when he leaves for work he gives me and my belly a kiss goodbye. When he just comes around to give me a quick bit of attention or we are snuggling on the couch he gently rubs my belly. I don't know exactly why but it just has made me fall so much more in love with this man. I have never felt so loved or cherished. I don't know what I did to deserve such a sweet and wonderful man or to be having his child, but whatever it was I am so thankful. Even though he is worried about what kind of father he will be I think that he will be just as an amazing father as he is a husband. I love you Frank.

Books, Books, and more Books!!

Frank and I have been trying not to buy anything for the baby until we know if this little one is a boy or girl. This has honestly been so hard (for me anyway!) so Frank and I came up with a fun little something we can do with each other. For each month of the pregnancy we are going to buy a few books for the baby. Frank and I love to read so much that we are hoping that we can instill a love of books in our little one. I LOVED this idea and we have had so much fun with it so far! I also asked my parents what their favorites were when they were young and have tried to include them in the budding collection! Frank is a huge fan of Dr. Suess so we of course have gotten a huge start on those fun ones! I, of course, am a huge fan of Olivia the pig's books! She is such a funny little pig...and I do love cute little piggies! I also love the classics like Curious George, Winnie the Pooh, and Babar...but we still have a few months to collect! I just love Frank for sharing this with me! It has been the most fun! We are so excited to read to the baby that we have already started! Who knows they may actually be enjoying story time in there!

Baby Belly Bump...

I had a few friends ask to see the belly bump. I know it is a horrible pic and I am half cut out of it, but I promise better pics soon. I can't believe my rump is the same size as my bump and this is only 13 weeks!! Ha ha!

New Recipes!!!

Since I have had an abundance of free time this past week...I put some new yummy stuff on my Recipe blog! Hope you guys like them! They are pretty tasty!


http://martiyummies.blogspot.com/

Thank you!!

I just wanted to get on here and say "Thank You" for all the phone calls, sweet messages, and notes on here and on our facebook! I have the best family and friends! I promise pictures of the belly...and believe me there is one already...as soon as we can get them up! Hope everyone and their families are happy and well! Oh yes....for those of you that thought Frank's nicknames for the baby are funny....the latest is "babykins". :)

Sick Sick Sick....

So I got a good scare. The other day I woke up to drive back to Virginia from visiting my parents in North Carolina and was covered in sweat and felt HORRIBLE!!! My mom took my temp and it was 102! Being that this is my first baby I freaked out. Since Frank is active duty military I have to get approved before I can go to see a doctor....Those people kept me on hold for an hour and a half!!!! I was so upset!! Finally I got thru to someone who could help and she told my mom to take me to the emergency room. Let me tell you that group at Moses Cone was soooo wonderful. They took me in right away and I was only there for two hours running labs! For an emergency room that is pretty quick. Fortunately I didn't have the flu just a virus. I am still sick and still in NC, but my fever is down to 99. Everyone told me I would freak out and become super protective over my baby while I was pregnant, but I think that was an under statement. As ridiculous as this sounds I thought I was hurting my baby by having a fever! It of course is dangerous to have a fever that high while you are pregnant, but I could not stop crying!! Babies make you and bubbling idiot, but I do love my little bambino (that is what Frank calls the baby)!

Baby Stuff...

Oh I am sooooooo excited. So everyone has been asking me alot of questions...I will try to answer them all.

Frank and I have been trying for awhile. When I went in for my yearly physical I mentioned it to my doctor and she sent me to see a specialist. When we went to see him he told us if we weren't pregnant by December we would try some other options, but he said he had never been wrong before and that we would be before Christmas....MAN IS HE GOOD!! Hahaha!

When I took the test you could have knocked me over with a feather. Frank was so sweet....he told me not to worry about anything and just to think happy thoughts and he would do all the worrying! I think that is the sweetest thing he has ever said to me!

As for being sick...I haven't had any morning sickness!!! I know how lucky I am with that!! The only things that are kind of annoying is the tightness I am already feeling and being tired all the time! Plus Frank and I came down to NC for the weekend and it took FOREVER to get home because I had to stop and pee so much!! Haha! All this water drinking makes travel take so much longer! :)

It was fun telling our family! Everyone is sooooo excited about being Grandparents and Aunts/Uncles! I think that telling everyone has been the most fun! Especially when it was totally unexpected.

Frank and I of course are worried about money and being so far from home with no family near by. I think everyone worries about money, but from what we are told it all works it self out in the end. We are so thankful that this happened while Frank is on shore duty and will get to be here for the whole thing and will probably get a full year with the baby before he goes back on sea duty. I am scared for when that happens and having to do it all by myself while he is deployed, but I have been assured by all the three sets of grandparents that I will have as much help as I can stand!

Thanks everyone for all the nice messages on here and on facebook. It has been such and exciting thing to share with you all. I will try to keep you posted as I go through my appointments...our first is November 13th! Love you all!

We are having a BABY!!!!!

After quite awhile of trying we are finally expecting our first little one!!!! We are so excited! I found out Monday, but we waiting to tell everyone until we could tell our parents the exciting news!!!! The only info I know at this moment is that we are 3 and half month and due May 13th! I know I know 3 + months!!! I will write more later, just wanted to share our news!!!! We are so excited!!!!!!!!

New Blog...

I loved Ann and Gina's idea of posting receipes and thought I would share some of our favorites. Alot of them are Once A Month Cooking Ideas and just other things that Frank and I love. Hope you guys will take a peek. I will probably post new receipes at least once a week. Let me know what you think of the ones you try!

http://martiyummies.blogspot.com/

Sooooooo Much to Say...

WOW has this been a busy month!!!! We have had so much company and so many wonderful things going on up here!! I will try to do a quick overview so you don't have to read a novel!

First, My Dad and Grandfather came up for the Yearly Oceana Naval Base Airshow! It has become somewhat of a tradition for the family to come up for the festivities. The show was great this year. The Blue Angles were there, and lots of other fun stuff. I think they really enjoyed it!

Then last week my brother Jason and his wife Liz came up for a long visit! It was so fun to have them up here. It was their first visit up here to see us! We don't get to spend alot of time together so it was wonderful, but the timing was bad and good. The day they came up we were expecting a North Eastern (really bad storm...lots of rain and wind) and it was really really really COLD!!! It was also the weekend of the Neptune Festival which is the BEST!!!! It is like City Stage back home, but with huge sandcastles!!! Later in the week we actually were able to get a little sunshine and were able to make it down to the beach to get our toes in the water and check out the crafts and venues at the festival. We even took their babies (Puppies Colby and Oscar) down to the beach for the first time!!! I don't think they liked it much! Mainly we stayed around the house though playing Playstation and visiting. It was nice. Since my Brother and Liz have been married I really haven't gotten to know Liz very well so it was nice to have some time to just talk and do some fun things...just the two of us. I loved having them up and hope they will come to visit again soon! We have some pictures to post from the weekend, but I have to wait to get Liz's pics.

Our other big news is that Frank passed his test for Master Training Specialist!!!!!!!!! This is such an accomplishment. This means that now he, as a Naval Instructor, can teach any courses the Navy offers in ANY subject!! I was so proud of him!!! He has worked so hard on this. The studying doesn't end there though....he has already began studying for the next Chief's exam in January. We will have to start our prayers and finger crossing again now! :)

News from me...I just got my first calling at church! Guess they really do snatch you up quick when you are in a small ward. I got called to be the Relief Society Secretary. When the Bishop called me into his office I thought I was just there for a "Welcome to the Ward" talk, but when he said he had a calling for me I was nervous, but this calling doesn't seem so bad! Also I have started taking Yoga four times a week. Let me tell you....after class you feel great...on top of the world...the next day....PAIN!!!! I hope it is all worth it!!

Visting Teaching for the First Time...

So I was totally excited last Friday. Since I have been going to the Cape Henry Ward I have been so overwhelmed by everyone's kindness and just how they have really gone out of their way to make me feel welcome. They all have been so awesome, but there is one family inparticular that just immediately put me at ease...The Palmers. Rachel came up to me the first Sunday and we chatted like we had been friends for ages. It was so nice because that Sunday was so difficult. So Friday I get a call and find out that Rachel is my Visiting Teaching companion!! At first when they asked if I would be up for it I was so unsure. Just the idea that I was just coming back to church getting used to things, and the fact that I am super nervous around new people had me feeling sick. When I found out Rachel would be my partner I thought well maybe. Well...Rachel and I decied to meet at my house write some notes just and drive around and see if anyone was home. It was rather unsuccessful because only one person on our list was home, but it was enjoyable all the same. We also found out that we are a good fit and that we have gifts that the other is lacking. She can't cook...I can, I am not extroverted, she is, but we also have so much in common. I have been praying for friends who have the same goals and standards as myself since we moved to Virginia. We have been here for quite awhile and friends have been few and far between. I know this sounds corny but I have never felt so heard by our Heavenly Father. I pray for courage to meet new people, I pray for friends that are good people, I pray for opportunities to use what gifts I love, and the opportunities fall right into my lap neatly wrapped like a present. How can you not just feel comforted and loved then? Just had to share how greatful I was.

WHAT IS WRONG WITH PEOPLE...

I am not usually an Oprah watcher, but I saw a show yesterday that broke my heart...I sat on the couch and could not look away and I just cried and cried. The show was on child molestation and a new bill you can encourage your state senator to vote for. The bill will allow more funding to much needed resources to programs fighting this issue. Right now they can only act on 2% of the leads they receive because they just don't have the money or the people. TWO PERCENT PEOPLE!!!! I really hope that you all will take the time to look at this link and cut and past the letter given to your states Representative. I have never felt so motivated to make a move on something in my life! It will only take a few seconds out of your day, but that few seconds can save children across the US!
http://www.oprah.com/article/oprahshow/20080911_tows_predators

Back To Church...

For the first time in 10 years I have started going back to church. I went in active due to alot of issues I would rather not go into, but I was very angry at alot in my life. I felt alone when I needed people the most, but unable to find people that could understand what I was feeling. I seemed to have forgotten that through it all I was never alone. There was always one person there with me through everything...Heavenly Father. It is funny because all through the trials I would ask myself "What more do you want from me?". It turns out he just wanted me at church. This past Sunday was the first time I have felt whole in a really long time. I felt a release of so many burdens and so many wrongs. As soon as I sat down I knew I was were I was supposed to be. I have never felt the spirit so strongly. When I came home Frank was so happy that I had finally worked up the courage to go and is very encouraging. For a non-member I really thought he would feel akward, but he is so supportive. Not to mention a missionary favorite now! He really respects what they are working to accomplish which really moves me. He even started talking about the church at work and found out one of his co-workers is a member. I know it will be a struggle at first to figure it all out, but I am so grateful for this Sunday and the people of the Cape Henry ward.

Love Some Singing and Dancing...

So I just got through watching the movie Hairspray! I know it took long enough huh. I know people will think I am a total dork, but I love me some Musicals!! This movie was GREAT!!! I thought it was sooo funny and loved the songs!! John Travolta as a woman...too much!! I tell ya people bring on the song and dance and I can stay infront of the stage or tv for hours!!!! My husband is slowly coming to the "dark" side as well. Since we have been together we have gone to see several broadway shows. Frank's first show was the Lion King....he hated to admit it but he loved it. I love that we have this to share. Now we just have to work on getting him to the ballet and the opera....what do you think ladies....do you think it will happen???? I guess I will just have to make due with him watching Gigi and Singing in the Rain with me! Hahaha!

Major Bummer...

So we finally heard the news...Frank didn't make Chief this time. It is really rare that some one makes E-7 first time up, but we were really hoping. I know he appreciated all the "well wishers" and is positive about his next time up. I am so proud of him. Making the board to even be thought of is quite an achivement and I am estatic for him! So keep your fingers crossed for next year for us! As Peter pan says....Think happy thoughts and you will fly!

A Lucky Girl...

I just had to give my sweet husband some love. Tonight while we were in the kitchen and he was making us some chocolate milk...We just looked at each other and were suprised. I tell ya'll I always love my husband...even when mad at him...it just sometimes catches you by suprise how much you can truely care for a person. I just looked at him and started crying. I know some of you, along with Frank :), probably think I am nuts, but I am just so lucky to have such an amazing man in my life. I just wanted to tell him thank you for choosing me to be his wife. I love you!

Our DC Trip...

Soooooo....I know this is long over due! Frank and I took a great trip to our Nation's Capital a month ago with his mom and Step father. It was so fun!!!! We took the train up there. What a way to travel...I highly recommend it! While there we did so much fun stuff! We stayed within a few blocks of the White House, went to the Air and Space Museum, Native American Museum and even took a Segway tour! Thanks so much for an amazing time Vickie and Mark!!!

Silly Questions...

1. Where is your cell phone? In the floor, never gets used except on trips
2. Your significant other? In the next room gaming
3. Your hair? Annoying and crazy
4. Your mother? Best listener EVER!
5. Your father? Such a softy
6. Your favorite thing? Laughing with Frank
7. Your dream last night? I have really strange dreams
8. Your favorite drink? Sprite and Pomagranate Juice
9. Your dream/goal? To find out what I am supposed to do with my life
10. The room you're in? My bedroom
11. Your hobby? Reading and Cooking
12.Your fear? My husband getting deployed to the Middle East
13. Where do you want to be in 6 years? More comfortable with myself and a mother
14. Where were you last night? Hanging out with friends playing Mario Kart on the Wii
15. What you're not? Confident
16. Muffins? Yummy...lemon poppy seed!!!
17. One of your wish list items? A personal trainer!!!
18. Where you grew up? Greensboro
19. The last thing you did? Made a doctor appointment
20. What are you wearing? Long black sweatshorts and a seal team t-shirt
21. Your pets? No pets, but I am hoping for a dog soon!!!
22. Your TV? Samsung 42" LCD with HD....Franks latest electronic
23. Your computer? We have 5 in the house but mine is a new 15" HP...I love it!!! We are totally Geeks!
24. Your life? Honestly...pretty boring right now
25. Your mood? Laid back
26. Missing someone? For sure...Most of my friends and all of my family are several zip codes away!!!!!!
27. Your car? Honda Accord
28. Something you're not wearing? Makeup
29. Favorite store? J.Crew or Potterybarn
30. Your summer? Lots of Beach time
31. Like someone? Lots of people
32. Your favorite color? Green
33. When is the last time you laughed? Everyday most of the day
34. Last time you cried? Last night
35. Who will resend this? Who knows
36. Done something stupid to entertain?Who hasn't!

The grades come rolling in...

Hi Everybody!!!
School is finally over!!! (at least till the 16th) I was so excited yesterday that I went to the beach with a peopel magazine and stayed all day!!! It was wonderful! It seems school this sememster was a bit more difficult. I got a "C" in French, but I think that I may take up Spanish...so much more useful. Other than that I have done well.
So it has been a while since I have had a moment to get on here and keep everyone posted.... so here is whats new in VA...
So I left my job...the crazy boss lady finally got the best of me! Turns out I am good at leasing but not so hot a dealing with brickwalls! :) It turned out not to be a huge deal, but I wish it could have worked out. I miss the girls I worked with but I am sure we will keep in touch.
Frank is doing great he finally finished his Chief package and will know something around the end of June. It is so cute how anxious he is. Frank never gets nervous so it is kinda nice to see another side of him. I am sure he will do fine. Not everyone makes it their first time to board, but I am sure with his record he will give a great go at it!
So we have finally made some cute adjustments to the house!!! Finally the livingroom is painted!!!!!!! It is finally starting to look like a home and not some college dorm!! We have even taken some time to do a little landscaping! It really has been fun getting everything together...alot of work but fun! I will put pictures up when I can. My dad the handy man will be up in July and we will be doing some big changes then. I just love my dad...good work for a low cost! It is nice having him come up! Hopefully now that our house is not such a construction zone we can have more of you up!
This weekend should be intresting. Not only our my in-laws coming up, but we are taking a trip to DC with them. We are taking the train up which will be fun. I have never taken a ride on a train. We are taking a segway tour of our nation's capital...if I come back with injuries don't laugh. I promise good pictures! Hope everyone is doing well and your familys are happy! Much love to you all!

Exciting News!!!!

Hello!!!
So I know I have been MIA lately, but I have very exciting news!!!! For all of you civilians out there you might not get how big of a deal it is, but for my military peeps out there you will get it. Frank just found out that he made board for chief advancement!!!!!! Whoooo Whoooooo!!! He of course still has to get his record and evaluations together, but he has a VERY strong chance! He has been a recruiter and is now an Instructor so that will look fantastic! I am such a proud wife!!!!!! He is gonna look so good in that Khaki uniform!!!!!! Everyone keep your fingers crossed for him. He has worked so hard to get there he deserves it!
As for me I am doing great. The new job is crazy stressful and my boss is a mess, but my co-workers are great. They really make it fun to be there in the chaos. Pray I get lots of leases people!! :) As for school I am doing great. Straight A's just the way I have to have it. Yes I am bragging my butt off but as my girl Heather knows...we deserve to brag on that 4.0!!!! We work our butts off to be there! I have started going to the gym four days out of the week and I tell you it is so hard for me to get my sorry self there, but I am starting to feel the reward. Frank being the darling husband just took me on a shopping trip to celebrate my first 5 lbs....nothing gives motivation like J.Crew and Burberry! What a wonderful husband I have!
Other than that things are just running along like a well oiled machine. Can you all believe that Frank and I will be celebrating our second wedding anniversary next month!!! Where does the time go! God definitely has blessed me with an amazing husband. I tell ya girls (and guys) I live a charmed life.
Hope everyone is happy and their families safe and in good spirits! I love you and miss you all!!!

Spring Break is over...

So last week Frank and I both took off of work for Spring Break!!! Tons of fun!! We were going to try to go to his parents mountain house, but we got snowed out...instead we went up to Williamsburg. I love going up there because not only do we get to hang out with our best pals Jason and Kim and their kiddies, but we also go to the best shopping place ever!!! Other than that we just sat around the house watching movies and playing scrabble. You know it sounds boring, but it is really so nice to just be together.
Other than that things are pretty boring. Just living life, going to school and working. Frank is really happy with his job. Teaching has really suited him. If only every duty station involved teaching. However we don't have much longer till he retires and we choose where will settle down. As for my new job it is strange. I have a really "weird" boss, but the job itself is alot of fun. I have met so many people!! We are actually getting renovated too and the finished product has lots of appeal!
We hope all of our friends out there in cyber space are well and their families happy! We love you all..till next time....Samantha and Frank

Our Family Blog...

So my cousin Jennifer emailed me her family blog and I thought it was sooo cute! So this week I was sitting around bored to tears being off work and school for Spring Break so I decided to start a blog for Frank and I. Being so far from home and not one to just call people up to chat...this could be a great way to keep intouch with the people we love and they can keep up with us. Not to mention what a fun way to keep a journal. So keep checking back to see what is going on with us...I will try to keep this up better than my other sites! Much love to you all!
Samntha & Frank