That's what I call bargain shopping!

Before we left for Florida, we had a garage sale so that we didn't have to take some of our furniture and random nicknacks. It was a HUGE success! As a whole, the sale made about $600, but some of that was for Preston's mom and cousin. So we got about $500 :D That was now our furniture budget when we got to Florida. I have been thrilled with what we've been able to get on our little budget. So thrilled that I just have to share with everyone :) So here's the pictures & prices so you can get as excited as me about all these craigslist bargains!!

hide-a-bed couch: $100

This was a bit more pricey of a purchase, but they were asking $200, so we still got a good deal :D I LOVE this couch. So comfortable, good lookin, and it's a bed! Awesome.

Radio Flyer rocking horse: $40

This will be Brayden's main birthday present ... Shhh ... don't tell.

High Chair: $10

walker: $20

this was only used twice and their son hated it. So, lucky Brayden gets a practically new one for half the price.

Futon bed/couch: $15

Can you believe it?? 15 BUCKS!!! Equally as unbelievable is that we drove this home on top of our car. . . it was quite the sight.

two bookshelves, a desk and a loveseat: $50

The desk isn't great, but it will work. The bookshelves are is great condition and really sturdy. Plus, they look great with our computer cart (purchased before we left for $10 at Target). The couch is in great shape too, but unfortunately wreaked of smoke until we sprayed it down several times with Vamoose. It really works!

shelves for games: $20

Kitchen table plus some: $85

The table came with 2 leaves and 4 chairs. Plus, she threw in a couple random plastic bins, a rug and a kitchen cabinet.

washer & dryer: $150

They work great and we are happy to have our own :)

Lawn mower: $40

TOTAL FOR EVERYTHING: $510

Now, that's what I call bargain shopping!!

9 Month Old Brayden

Little B turned 9 months today - the 9th day of the 9th month :D hehe. Kinda cool. Worth a blog post evidently. I didn't actually get a great picture of him today, but I'll put one up anyway. Along with some others to remember his fun life so far :) I love my little man!!

Where has the time gone?

I can't believe how bad I've been at updating our blog!! I've been a bit busy, but that's no excuse. Here's our update in a nutshell ...

Since getting to Florida, we've been busy looking for good deals for the furniture we needed on craigslist. I'm going to do a whole post of what we've bought because I'm so proud of us :D I have all the pictures just waiting to be uploaded. Soon ...

I took a somewhat last minute trip back to Utah to help take pictures for my cousin, Jess's, wedding and stayed for a week to also celebrate my grandpa's 80th birthday.

Preston started school last week. It's going to be busy for him, but it'll be worth it in the end.

We celebrated our 3rd wedding anniversary on the 25th!! Go us!! Still in love :D

We have unpacked nearly all our boxes. I think we could count the rest on one hand. Good feeling.

Oh yes, and now my Mumsy is here visiting and helping us to get things set up. Thanks for all the help and "housewarming gifts!"

There's the nutshell :) As a side note, we also got our pictures that my cousins took of us at the beach. The uploading wouldn't work and after trying a few times, I give up for now. BUT, you can check out some cute ones at their photography site :)

We Made It!!

Preston and I rolled in to our new home last night around midnight only to find a house that was probably 90 degrees with no water or electricity. We weren't jazzed about sleeping inside, so we all got back in the car for the night. BUT, we made it nonetheless.

We love our new home!! It's way too hot in Florida, but only for another month or two. Pictures to come!

Look how big my baby is!

Brayden is 7 months old today! Can you believe it? If you answered no, then join the club.

He can stand all by himself so long as he's holding onto something sturdy.


But, it only lasts until he lets go and then ...

DOWN HE GOES!

He sure is cute!

Beach Baby

Here's some pictures of our Beach Baby after a week in California.

looking at the water

feeling the water

evaluating what he thinks about the water

serious face

getting ready for a walk (with Pam & Caitling boogie boarding in the background)

All bundled in the stroller cuz it was cold

meeting Jagger in the kiddie hottub

Grammy & the boys

I love how they're holding hands! They would do this all the time.

Looking at cute Vienna

Cute sandy face!

Preston's sand dino

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!

There wasn't quite as much celebrating with the 4th being on Sunday, but I enjoyed staying in with my family and playing some Dominion and Phase 10. Having just come home from other countries, I realize that we actually have a lot more strict laws than some places, but that it's for our own good. Kind of like the gospel. It's the rules that make us free in the long run. Of course the government laws are nowhere near as perfect as God's laws, but I'm grateful to know that Heavenly Father helped to set up our constitution and wants us to be free. Happy 4th everyone!