HELLO 2011!!!

I finally figured out what the problem was with uploading pictures. Turns out, it was me. :) I'm pretty sure I have it all under control now! One of my resolutions is to blog more often. I'll admit, we are not incredibly interesting, but I think those of you that read this might appreciate occasional updates and pictures.

We got married on July 23, 2010. It was the most perfect day. It was pouring rain a few hours before the wedding (which was outside!), but cleared up beautifully! Trevor's brother-in-law, Logan, said it best..."That was just God showing off, right there." Yes, it was! Our photographer, Amy Rose King (www.amyrosekingphotography.com) was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. Here's a small sample, you can see more at her website above. Just search for Trevor and Melissa at the bottom.

We left the next day for a fabulous honeymoon, a 7 night cruise to Mexico! We stopped in Cabo, Mazatlan, and Puerto Vallarta. It was 8 days and 7 nights of complete relaxation and bliss. Since then, we marvel every day at the incredible blessings God has poured down upon us. He answered my prayers far greater than I ever expected. Married life is fabulous!

Our first Halloween was spent here at the house, passing out candy to the neighborhood kids. I wasn't sure how many kids we would have, but we actually had several! Next year, we'll have to dress up and get a little more into it.

Trevor was an incredible sport and helped me decorate the house for our first Christmas together throughout the first week of November. Many people asked me how I managed to talk him into letting me decorate early. My response was simple. I had more than forewarned him of my Christmas obsession while we were dating, so he knew what he was getting into.

Thanksgiving was celebrated with us both working overtime and ordering pizza on Saturday. Maybe not ideal, but it ended up being perfect. Our sweet neighbors did invite us over for a full Thanksgiving dinner. We went next door and felt extremely welcome. For Christmas, we headed south to Portales, New Mexico where Trevor's family lives. We were there for about 5 days before having to head home and back to work. Then we rang in the new year with incredible family and friends at our house!

That brings me to now. All the Christmas stuff is down and we are settling into our regular routine. We strongly believe that God has incredible things planned for us, and we can't wait to see what 2011 brings! Stay tuned for the happenings of our lives together! Happy New Year!!!