So today is Travis' birthday and he got the best present ever! Well, actually it is really for the both of us. Coincedentally, we were approved for the loan so we can get the house! I am really excited! After two very long weeks we found out this morning that we were finally approved! Now we get to sign lots of papers!
We are very eager to move in as soon as possible. We're not sure the timeline of things from here on out, but I don't expect it to be much longer now.
We are still having the yard sale this Saturday to sell most all our furniture. Also, videogames, clothes, etc. Travis' parents will be selling items as well.
I suppose that's it for now, exciting news!
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
I'm a huge nerd!
Ok, for those of you who dont know me very well let me introduce myself as a huge nerd. Yes, believe it or not, Kat married a big dork! I know its hard to believe, seeing how cool and stylish she is. Let me explain my dorkiness to you all; I lived with my parents until I got married. I went through a big Star Wars obsession phase, I could tell you all about the Star Wars universe and its characters. I like comic books and its characters. My younger brother calls me to settle arguments about battles between comic book characters, warriors throughout history, and mythological creatures, and i always give him the logic behind the answer. By the way, the new show Deadliest Warrior on Spike TV is awesome! I like to play video games a lot. I am a master at Risk. I used to own "Magic Cards." I read fantasy books. I can sit down with any group of nerds and immediately find common ground. I have a large collection of swords, knives, and medieval helmets. i have several Zombie contingency plans. the poster below really describes well why i want to own lots of guns.
All in all i just like a lot of really dorky things and i guess that makes me a nerd. But i am ok with it because i have a lot of fun and i have a wife who loves me and plays along with my nerdiness. she will always listen to my zombie plans, even though she thinks its ridiculous, she always acts interested when i tell her the storyline to my latest video game, even though she hates them. Basically i have the best wife ever for a big nerd like me! So thats me in a nutshell in case any of you were wondering what kind of a person Kat is married to.
All in all i just like a lot of really dorky things and i guess that makes me a nerd. But i am ok with it because i have a lot of fun and i have a wife who loves me and plays along with my nerdiness. she will always listen to my zombie plans, even though she thinks its ridiculous, she always acts interested when i tell her the storyline to my latest video game, even though she hates them. Basically i have the best wife ever for a big nerd like me! So thats me in a nutshell in case any of you were wondering what kind of a person Kat is married to.
Monday, May 25, 2009
a small blessing
About a week ago, one of my co-workers called me and said she was going to Lake Powell in June and wanted to trade hours with me for work. I told her I didn't really have any hours to trade her, but that if no one wanted to trade with her, I'd be willing to just cover the hours for her.
On Saturday she called me back and said that no one could trade with her, so she was willing to give the hours to me. What a blessing! It isn't much, but it's something! I am now working a total of 7 days in June. :) The shifts are a little longer too, so that's good. I just have to keep truckin along and keep my chin up!
Also we haven't heard anything yet about our house. Underwriting for loans is taking a really long time and even though we were "pre-approved" for a certain amount, it doesn't make the process go any faster. Our broker said it could take up to 2 weeks, but it could be as fast as 3 days. We are hitting the 2 week mark this Wednesday and still haven't heard anything. We are still pretty positive about it though. If we don't get the loan we'll have to start all over again, and of course that will be disappointing, but we are very hopeful for the future. As always, I'll keep you posted!
On Saturday she called me back and said that no one could trade with her, so she was willing to give the hours to me. What a blessing! It isn't much, but it's something! I am now working a total of 7 days in June. :) The shifts are a little longer too, so that's good. I just have to keep truckin along and keep my chin up!
Also we haven't heard anything yet about our house. Underwriting for loans is taking a really long time and even though we were "pre-approved" for a certain amount, it doesn't make the process go any faster. Our broker said it could take up to 2 weeks, but it could be as fast as 3 days. We are hitting the 2 week mark this Wednesday and still haven't heard anything. We are still pretty positive about it though. If we don't get the loan we'll have to start all over again, and of course that will be disappointing, but we are very hopeful for the future. As always, I'll keep you posted!
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
the best two years: a new film
(*this is cheesy, sappy and not your average "It's my anniversary blog post")
"The best two years"
No, this is not the mormon missionary movie.
This is a story about this boy:
...and this girl:
...and a truly original love adventure. They were married two years ago this 19th day of May.
One day... two lives.... joined together to form an inseparable bond.
Their mission: Stay newlyweds forever. At all costs.
They travel the world together...
Cancun, Mexico
Paris, France
Hong, Kong
"The best two years"
No, this is not the mormon missionary movie.
This is a story about this boy:
...and this girl:
...and a truly original love adventure. They were married two years ago this 19th day of May.
One day... two lives.... joined together to form an inseparable bond.Their mission: Stay newlyweds forever. At all costs.
They travel the world together...
Cancun, Mexico
Paris, France
Hong, Kong...and their mooshyness may cause you to have nausea, but they LOVE it.
Sometimes it's hard to tell which one is which.
They've been around each other so long, they act like one another.
It doesn't really matter though, one cook is as good as the other.
Here's a brief synopsis of the film: (warning, spoiler alert!)
"The plot of this film is exhilarating! You will laugh, cry, sigh, and giggle. As you soon find out, the couple has progressed immensely in the past two years. The boy quits working for a car dealership and lands a job as a Human Resources Assistant. He graduates from a University in Business Management and enjoys his time off from school. The girl continues her education, becomes level 2 certified as a sign language interpreter, always changes her hair, and works several wonderful jobs. The two are a dynamic duo and are unstoppable! They love to go on adventures together and spending time with one another is their favorite past-time. The best part of the film is the character development that takes place over the span of the two years. The two have changed and grown as individuals and as a couple. Travis Cook plays the witty light-hearted optimistic character while Kathryn takes the counterpart role of spunky, sensitive, caring and dedicated partner. Watch their lives unfold as new opportunities await them. This is a must see film for Spring 2009!"
"Siskel and Ebert gave it two thumbs up!"
**Special interview with the cast:
Kathryn says, "This has been the most amazing experience of my life. It is so odd, but it doesn't feel like acting. I am truly myself and we are actually married in real life. Travis is the best to be on set with, and off set, well... (*clears throat*) that's none of your business. I have truly loved every minute of being married to Travis, and it's fun to share our story with others. We really are planning to stay newlyweds forever and because we are each dedicated to one another more than anything in the world, that will happen."
Travis says, "It really has been a life changing experience working with Kat. She is an amazing individual and i've come out all the better for it! When the director yells action she is go go go the whole time! But then afterwards she does like to take a must earned break. Sometimes I have to really bust my butt just to keep up with her! She is all dedication! I cant tell you enough how great it is to just be with her day in and day out. Its amazing!"
Sometimes it's hard to tell which one is which.
They've been around each other so long, they act like one another.
It doesn't really matter though, one cook is as good as the other.
Here's a brief synopsis of the film: (warning, spoiler alert!)
"The plot of this film is exhilarating! You will laugh, cry, sigh, and giggle. As you soon find out, the couple has progressed immensely in the past two years. The boy quits working for a car dealership and lands a job as a Human Resources Assistant. He graduates from a University in Business Management and enjoys his time off from school. The girl continues her education, becomes level 2 certified as a sign language interpreter, always changes her hair, and works several wonderful jobs. The two are a dynamic duo and are unstoppable! They love to go on adventures together and spending time with one another is their favorite past-time. The best part of the film is the character development that takes place over the span of the two years. The two have changed and grown as individuals and as a couple. Travis Cook plays the witty light-hearted optimistic character while Kathryn takes the counterpart role of spunky, sensitive, caring and dedicated partner. Watch their lives unfold as new opportunities await them. This is a must see film for Spring 2009!"
"Siskel and Ebert gave it two thumbs up!"
**Special interview with the cast:
Kathryn says, "This has been the most amazing experience of my life. It is so odd, but it doesn't feel like acting. I am truly myself and we are actually married in real life. Travis is the best to be on set with, and off set, well... (*clears throat*) that's none of your business. I have truly loved every minute of being married to Travis, and it's fun to share our story with others. We really are planning to stay newlyweds forever and because we are each dedicated to one another more than anything in the world, that will happen."
Travis says, "It really has been a life changing experience working with Kat. She is an amazing individual and i've come out all the better for it! When the director yells action she is go go go the whole time! But then afterwards she does like to take a must earned break. Sometimes I have to really bust my butt just to keep up with her! She is all dedication! I cant tell you enough how great it is to just be with her day in and day out. Its amazing!"
Saturday, May 16, 2009
on the bright side of things
With every good thing there must needs be opposition, right? Well, here it is. During the entire month of June, I am working a TOTAL of 4 days. Yes. FOUR. I am super excited because the progress being made on our house is happening so quickly, but at the same time, that excitment is kiboshed when I think about only working 4 days in June. Might I add that the hours I AM working are such crap! It's like 3-10pm, or 6-midnight, and crazy hours on Saturday.
As I drove here to work on this lovely Saturday night, I grumbled and complained to myself the entire time. Even as I sit here, I'm not the happiest person. That being said, I should be grateful I even have a job, and that I am able to work this month. Next month is gonna be really tight, considering that we are buying a house!
It might just be a blessing that I'm not working most of June. Taking 3 classes and moving at the same time is bound to be hectic, so maybe it's a good thing I'm not working, so I can focus on my school work and setting up our new house. Yes, that's the bright side of things. We are still buying our first home (YAY) and I have so many other things to be grateful for. So what if we have to be a little tight with money for the next month? We can do it!
As I drove here to work on this lovely Saturday night, I grumbled and complained to myself the entire time. Even as I sit here, I'm not the happiest person. That being said, I should be grateful I even have a job, and that I am able to work this month. Next month is gonna be really tight, considering that we are buying a house!
It might just be a blessing that I'm not working most of June. Taking 3 classes and moving at the same time is bound to be hectic, so maybe it's a good thing I'm not working, so I can focus on my school work and setting up our new house. Yes, that's the bright side of things. We are still buying our first home (YAY) and I have so many other things to be grateful for. So what if we have to be a little tight with money for the next month? We can do it!
Friday, May 15, 2009
America's Next Top Model is...
RACHEL JOHNSON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
No joke people, I have the most gorgeous friend Rachel and she is hot to trot! Yesterday we did a photo shoot with my wonderful friend and photographer, Ashley Swapp. She is incredible, and I love her creative eye! Not that Rachel needed anything special though, because she was amazing to shoot.
I went along for friend support but also to help come up with creative ideas for the session. I loved it so much, and it really reminded me of America's Next Top Model, but without all the drama! Ashley was Nigel Barker, I was Mr. Jay (the artistic designer for the shoot) and Rachel, of course, was the talent/model. She is a NATURAL!! I was so impressed with the different looks she could pull off, and how she looked great doing everything! Wow!
I really got my creative juices flowing after a little while and I was unstoppable. I could never be a photographer, but I could definitely be the set designer! Wow! I didn't know I had it in me, and now that's all I want to do! It was fun to assist Ashley and hold up the shade and help get the sun on Rachel's face for lighting, etc.
So enough about me, let's talk about Rachel. She is so pretty and gorgeous and amazingly photogenic. I was amazed at the fun ways she could pose and how beautiful she looked. Plus, she has the cutest clothes for the session. She did 3 outfits and each one represented different facets of her personality.
I had the BEST time with those two girls. I can't wait to see what all the pictures look like! For a sneek peak, click here. Rachel posted about this as well, and you can read what she thought of it here.
No joke people, I have the most gorgeous friend Rachel and she is hot to trot! Yesterday we did a photo shoot with my wonderful friend and photographer, Ashley Swapp. She is incredible, and I love her creative eye! Not that Rachel needed anything special though, because she was amazing to shoot.
I went along for friend support but also to help come up with creative ideas for the session. I loved it so much, and it really reminded me of America's Next Top Model, but without all the drama! Ashley was Nigel Barker, I was Mr. Jay (the artistic designer for the shoot) and Rachel, of course, was the talent/model. She is a NATURAL!! I was so impressed with the different looks she could pull off, and how she looked great doing everything! Wow!
I really got my creative juices flowing after a little while and I was unstoppable. I could never be a photographer, but I could definitely be the set designer! Wow! I didn't know I had it in me, and now that's all I want to do! It was fun to assist Ashley and hold up the shade and help get the sun on Rachel's face for lighting, etc.
So enough about me, let's talk about Rachel. She is so pretty and gorgeous and amazingly photogenic. I was amazed at the fun ways she could pose and how beautiful she looked. Plus, she has the cutest clothes for the session. She did 3 outfits and each one represented different facets of her personality.
I had the BEST time with those two girls. I can't wait to see what all the pictures look like! For a sneek peak, click here. Rachel posted about this as well, and you can read what she thought of it here.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
takin care of business...
...and "workin overtime!!" Today we met with our loan officer guy, Dan Parkinson, (He's wonderful, if any of you need a referral, I'd suggest him) and we signed all our papers for the loan application for our house! I'm getting great practice with my signature and it gets better every time. :) I must say I had to keep from jumping up and down and giggling like a little girl while we were signing the papers. I figured that kind of behavior isn't appropriate for someone who is purchasing a home.
But what can I say... I AM FREAKING EXCITED!!!!! I did tone it down a bit while we were there at Dan's office but you better believe once we got in the car I was singing with joy! Everything looks good and he said underwriting for the loan is taking about 3 days (which is REALLY good), but it could take up to 2 weeks max. We'll see how everything goes. Our closing date was pushed back to June 19th, and at first I wasn't too thrilled about that, but I'd rather have more time as a buffer in case we need to meet any additional conditions from the underwriter. BUT... that being said, if everything goes well, we could be looking at getting the title and moving in sometime the first week of June!
That is still really soon! We have a checklist of things to accomplish before closing, but they are just tedious items of business and aren't time consuming, it's just that no one wants to do them. However, I am glad we have some sort of checklist at all, because it makes me feel like I am doing something and contributing to the workload, even though there are so many people who work a lot harder than us so we can get the loan and move in. Plus, if I have things to take care of, it keeps me busy and not thinking about how badly I just want to move in now!!
What am I saying... to keep me busy? I'm already taking 3 classes this summer block and working about 5 hours everyday after school til late at night, and I want to add more on top of that?! Yes, I am crazy! I can't wait to pack up all our stuff and organize and PURGE! I say this 100% sincerely and not at all sarcastically. I am a freak when it comes to purging and getting rid of stuff and organizing. I LOVE moving. I have moved 6 times since I graduated high school and I have loved it every time. It's a fresh start, a change, and a new opportunity!
Wahoo! Things are progressing quite well! Now we just sit back and wait for a while... and that's the hardest part! :) Oh Oh, speaking of the meantime--
Much to my chagrin, I have succumbed to Travis' request to have a Yard Sale, and we are thinking about doing it on Saturday, May 30th. We'll be selling off a lot of dresser drawers, clothes, knick knacks, small appliances, other fun items, and possibly our upright piano. (My parents are considering giving me the baby grand piano since I'm the only one in my family who plays. My mom is all a go, but my Dad is a little apprehensive. We'll see.) Travis' parents will be selling items there as well. We're not looking for racking up moolah from this yard sale, we really just want to get rid of some stuff before we move, so things will be fairly inexpensive. More to come about this later...
Anyway, that's all for now! What a wonderful time! We feel so fortunate to be in the position we are and we know we are being blessed. Hard work pays off!
But what can I say... I AM FREAKING EXCITED!!!!! I did tone it down a bit while we were there at Dan's office but you better believe once we got in the car I was singing with joy! Everything looks good and he said underwriting for the loan is taking about 3 days (which is REALLY good), but it could take up to 2 weeks max. We'll see how everything goes. Our closing date was pushed back to June 19th, and at first I wasn't too thrilled about that, but I'd rather have more time as a buffer in case we need to meet any additional conditions from the underwriter. BUT... that being said, if everything goes well, we could be looking at getting the title and moving in sometime the first week of June!
That is still really soon! We have a checklist of things to accomplish before closing, but they are just tedious items of business and aren't time consuming, it's just that no one wants to do them. However, I am glad we have some sort of checklist at all, because it makes me feel like I am doing something and contributing to the workload, even though there are so many people who work a lot harder than us so we can get the loan and move in. Plus, if I have things to take care of, it keeps me busy and not thinking about how badly I just want to move in now!!
What am I saying... to keep me busy? I'm already taking 3 classes this summer block and working about 5 hours everyday after school til late at night, and I want to add more on top of that?! Yes, I am crazy! I can't wait to pack up all our stuff and organize and PURGE! I say this 100% sincerely and not at all sarcastically. I am a freak when it comes to purging and getting rid of stuff and organizing. I LOVE moving. I have moved 6 times since I graduated high school and I have loved it every time. It's a fresh start, a change, and a new opportunity!
Wahoo! Things are progressing quite well! Now we just sit back and wait for a while... and that's the hardest part! :) Oh Oh, speaking of the meantime--
Much to my chagrin, I have succumbed to Travis' request to have a Yard Sale, and we are thinking about doing it on Saturday, May 30th. We'll be selling off a lot of dresser drawers, clothes, knick knacks, small appliances, other fun items, and possibly our upright piano. (My parents are considering giving me the baby grand piano since I'm the only one in my family who plays. My mom is all a go, but my Dad is a little apprehensive. We'll see.) Travis' parents will be selling items there as well. We're not looking for racking up moolah from this yard sale, we really just want to get rid of some stuff before we move, so things will be fairly inexpensive. More to come about this later...
Anyway, that's all for now! What a wonderful time! We feel so fortunate to be in the position we are and we know we are being blessed. Hard work pays off!
I'm a big kid now!
Hey, this is TravisSo I recently graduated from Utah Valley University, first graduating class of the new UVU I might add. Its pretty cool to finally be done with school. I always hated homework and studying so its nice not to have to do those things anymore. I've been working in the field of HR for almost 2 years now, so I didn't have to go through the usual after-graduation job search. Although, I also didn't get the usual after-graduation lazy days, where i would just sit around the house and "say" that i was looking for a job. The up side is that because I already have a steady job, and Kat has one too, we get to buy a house! Kat already mentioned that we put an offer on a house and so far its going ok. Wish us luck! Some might say that these are all adult things and that I'm an adult, but anyone who really knows me, knows that I'm really just a big kid! "I don't want to grow up, I'm a Toys R' Us kid! There's a million things at Toys R' Us that I can play with! From bikes and trains, to video games, its the biggest toy store there is! Gee Whiz! I don't want to grow up because if i did, I couldn't be a Toys R' Us Kid, Ya!" How many adults do you know that know the whole Original Toys R' US song? ya, thought so. Plus, if you've seen Kat and I playing together we spend half the time being the others' child. One of us will throw a tantrum, or be pretend pouty and the other has to be the parent and take care of them. Its really quite silly, I love it. Well that's just a little excerpt from me. I'm going to try and get on this thing more frequently to say stuff and be social. peace out for now!
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
I'm a big kid now!
Well that was fast! We heard back from the owners of the home and they counteroffered. It's right in our price range and we said before we offered an amount that if they countered with a certain amount back, we'd take it. And that's exactly what they did. SO, WE'RE TAKING IT! We signed the acceptance papers this morning and I am running over to take the earnest money check to our real estate agent right now!
YAY! Our closing date is set for June 5th! That's really soon and we have a lot to do in the mean time, but I'm really excited! We will be moving in before this summer block is over!! Yipee! We will have a GARAGE, and a walk in closet!!!!
Today, we bought a house. No big deal. :)
YAY! Our closing date is set for June 5th! That's really soon and we have a lot to do in the mean time, but I'm really excited! We will be moving in before this summer block is over!! Yipee! We will have a GARAGE, and a walk in closet!!!!
Today, we bought a house. No big deal. :)
Monday, May 11, 2009
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
treadmill
I started school again today, and while I was excited to start new classes, I also felt the weight of homework fall upon my shoulders again. There are reasons why I chose to do summer school... shorter classes, I can graduate earlier, usually a little easier... etc. However I am quickly regretting my decision to be in classes during the summer. I have recently been having feelings of extreme inadequacy in almost every area of my life, and I don't like it. What do I have to offer that no one else has?
I do not feel qualified for the challenges that lay ahead of me in the future. I have been asked to do something in which I have a lot of knowledge, yet little experience. People have very high expectations for me right now, and some people love it, and those are the people who always rise to the occasion or exceed expectations. As for me, my skills are not up to par, and it scares me to death.
I also have been feeling like I don't know where I fit in, or where I belong. I have hopes and goals. While I do have high expectations for myself, I know that those dreams must be accomplished step by step, and in a certain order. I have no desire to skip steps, rush, or climb faster than I have strength. My fear is that I won't be able to accomplish all I have set out to do.
With my chosen profession, it is impossible to have one foot in, one foot out. Yes, I can be a mom and still interpret, because of the flexibility of deciding my own schedule. However with what I know and how involved I have been in my program and in the Deaf community, I cannot be half in half out. I will get a BA degree in Deaf Studies, and I also want to get a Master's and hopefully someday a PhD. How can I make all this possible and still have a family?
I beg you to show me an example of a successful career woman who has a family and does not neglect her husband and children. I beg you to show me how it's done, because I have yet to see a great model of how this is done. I refuse to sit by and do nothing for 25+ years while my children grow up and move on, until I can get back into the field. I cannot simply work a little here and there throughout the week. I feel I am meant for greatness in this world, and not to "make a difference." No, my intentions are not that pure. I want to leave a legacy, a mark.
Note that I do not degrade the calling of motherhood for anyone. I look forward to participating in the joys of motherhood someday. However if I am not meant to continue on in my profession and obtain higher degrees, do fieldwork and research, then what was all this for? Why did I take 2 years off from obtaining a BA degree to specialize in interpreting? Why did I lay the foundation for my career and why am I getting a degree anyway? Did I do all this work to just stay at home with cranky children and poopy diapers? Was I born for greatness, or simply born to breed?
I know that having children is in the cards for me. I also know that I will enjoy being a mother, just not right now. The pressure I am receiving is ridiculous. People I don't even know try to tell me what to do, and that I should be having babies right now. I'm sick of their officious advice.
I have dreams, I have aspirations, I have some serious goals. I can't give that up right now. To all of you who read this post, please do not ask me when Travis and I are planning on having kids. Call me selfish, smart or stupid, but now is not the time, and I don't care about your opinion of when that time will be right. I don't want to hear you quoting prophets or citing scriptures to me. I, too, am well versed in my responsibilities as a married woman, and member of the church. Show me quotes or scriptures that says I am supposed to take into consideration my friend's or family member's opinions about when we should have kids. It is between Travis, me, and God. I'll leave it at that.
I have dreams, I have aspirations, I have some serious goals. I can't give that up right now. To all of you who read this post, please do not ask me when Travis and I are planning on having kids. Call me selfish, smart or stupid, but now is not the time, and I don't care about your opinion of when that time will be right. I don't want to hear you quoting prophets or citing scriptures to me. I, too, am well versed in my responsibilities as a married woman, and member of the church. Show me quotes or scriptures that says I am supposed to take into consideration my friend's or family member's opinions about when we should have kids. It is between Travis, me, and God. I'll leave it at that.
Running on this treadmill is getting old and tiresome. I do not shy away from responsibilities and I am very eager and motivated to obtain my degrees. But I want to track my progress. I want success in words and accomplishments, not numbers. I want to pass each landmark, take a breath, and keep running. I want to get somewhere. Not just anywhere, I have a destination.
I know, I know, "It's joy in the journey, not in the destination." If you were just thinking that, you get negative 17 points. I COULD enjoy the journey if I knew I was going somewhere, and not just running in place or running in circles.
Monday, May 4, 2009
here we go again
I am still trying to force myself to relax after the recent tidal wave last week of finals and other crazy events going on! I keep thinking that I have so much to do, homework, papers, etc, but I don't. Not yet anyway. The craziness begins this Wednesday and I will be frantic yet again for another 7 1/2 weeks. I'm taking 3 classes this first block. I'm excited for new classes, but not for a crazy schedule. I go to school from 8:45-1:00 and work from 2-8:30 in Salt Lake. I am determined to graduate and equally determined to save money to purchase a nice home.
Everyone keeps saying how excited they are for summer and warmer weather... and I used to join in on the complaining. I since have stopped because I realized the other day... I'll be inside everyday, all day so what does it matter? BRING ON THE RAIN!!!!!
Everyone keeps saying how excited they are for summer and warmer weather... and I used to join in on the complaining. I since have stopped because I realized the other day... I'll be inside everyday, all day so what does it matter? BRING ON THE RAIN!!!!!
Friday, May 1, 2009
goals
Both Travis and I were able to accomplish important goals of ours today. For Travis, he was able to participate in Graduation ceremonies at UVU and walk with his school. It was so fun to see him graduate! Yipee! Even though he technically was done with school in December, he was able to walk today.
I was able to fulfill a goal I've had ever since I learned how to sign/interpret. I was able to interpret for a living prophet today, President Thomas S. Monson. He was the keynote speaker for the commencement ceremony this morning and I got to interpret for him! It was a wonderful experience, and I'm so excited to be able to check that off my list! :) To some, these goals may seem insignificant, or common, (been there done that) experiences. For us, it was magnificent. I loved walking with Travis hand in hand as we left the commencement and later Travis' individual convocation. We are accomplishing our goals together, and it feels great! Couldn't do it without each other. :)
I was able to fulfill a goal I've had ever since I learned how to sign/interpret. I was able to interpret for a living prophet today, President Thomas S. Monson. He was the keynote speaker for the commencement ceremony this morning and I got to interpret for him! It was a wonderful experience, and I'm so excited to be able to check that off my list! :) To some, these goals may seem insignificant, or common, (been there done that) experiences. For us, it was magnificent. I loved walking with Travis hand in hand as we left the commencement and later Travis' individual convocation. We are accomplishing our goals together, and it feels great! Couldn't do it without each other. :)
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