So when we moved in, this is what we saw across the way. How lovely. It was a brand new model home and no one is really sure how it happened. We've mostly heard arson. There were a few rumors that the builder was going under and he set it on fire to get the insurance money. The house was torn down after I took this picture. Most of the other homes around us are being finished and we don't have many neighbors yet. So once in awhile a cop will come drive slowly by and shine his spotlight all over in the empty houses. I didn't realize that this was a bit scary until I forced my lazy bum outside in the dark one night to go running. Okay, jogging. Okay, most could probably walk faster but I digress... So there I am in the dark quiet, jogging along, and see all of the empty houses and can just imagine the creepy arsonists hiding out in the unfinished houses just waiting to pounce. Then I realize I am breathing pretty loud because I'm not quite to the athletic level I should be. So then I try to breathe quiet so I won't be noticed. That didn't work. I have to have oxygen apparently to exert myself like that. So I had to run really fast to get home. Wow long story. Anyway, moral: if you need motivation to run faster, go somewhere spooky. That was a good workout. And lets hope no arsonists are lurking around my neighborhood anymore.
Yesterday, Easton and I went to lunch to catch up with some great friends! We got to see Laura whom I haven't seen in ages and her little boy Cameron. We also got to see Em with little Brenley in her tummy, who is coming May 6! We are so excited, we can't wait! We were talking about how crazy it is that it seems like just yesterday we were in high school having a blast and then there we were with our own children! Laura was a senior class officer and reminded us that our 5 year reunion is this summer! Holy cow! Sounds like great motivation to get my rear in gear and get into the best shape ever! Anyway, we had great time at good ol' IHOP.
We had a great Easter. Easton even slept in! Hooray! We went to my parents ward and enjoyed seeing all of my old friends there as everyone was home visiting. My mom made a huge feast of a meal. I'm so full...I probably gained all of my weight back. :) Of course Easton has no idea whats going on, but he got a couple new toys that he likes. Hopefully next year we can start some traditions. Randon and I were talking about each of our family's traditions. Isn't it a funny thing how you can do something so random and come to expect it every year? At my house, the Easter bunny always trailed candy all over the floor to our baskets. Randon said they used to take their eggs to a grassy hill and roll the eggs down the hill. Who knows what we'll come up with. I am glad though for the real meaning of Easter and for our Savior. The choir sang beautiful songs during sacrament meeting (good job, Graham family!) and it was wonderful to feel the spirit today.
