So, we had our air conditioner serviced back in September and were told the our utility company provides a $50 rebate for having our unit serviced. Jeff said he'd take care of the paper work for us to get our rebate. Well, it's February and the paperwork is still sitting on our desk. I'd long since given up on the rebate since so much time has passed but reminded him about it this morning just in case. This was the email I received from Jeff later this morning:
"Hey lover, I owe you $50 because the GRU rebate had to be filled out within 30 days of the service. I can do chores to pay the debt, or you can give me 50 lashings (one for every dollar lost), OR you can be just like Jesus and just forgive me :-) "
I've been giggling ever since! I decided to be like Jesus and just forgive him. :-)
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Sunday, January 25, 2009
I've been tagged!
Sweetheart Tag
1. Where did you first meet your hubby?
We have different versions of this story! I say Jeff and I first met at the University of Florida institute of religion. We had both attended the Wednesday night class and while we were having refreshments, he was standing against the wall and as I was walking by, our eyes met and I smiled and said "hello." He'll tell you that I looked at him and didn't say anything but, I think his memory is questionable. I didn't introduce myself until a week or so later when my roommates and I went over to our friends house to watch a movie and he was there. He was studying his ballet vocabulary for his dance class and I plopped myself down on the couch next to him and introduced myself. After the movie, I had to ask him three times if I could give him a ride home before he finally consented.
2. What do you remember most about him?
His lips and smile were what stuck out to me most. He has such a great smile and big, soft lips...perfect for kissing! When we finally got to talking, I could tell that he was nervous but he persisted and always asked me about my day (and really seemed to care about what I was saying about it)!
3. Who asked out who first?
He asked me out while I was hanging out at the institute one afternoon. He walked into the room, asked me out quickly, and then left just a quickly as he'd asked me out! Apparently, he had been downstairs trying to work up the courage to do it and had come upstairs twice and chickened out. His roommate, Uncle Jesse, finally told him to man-up and ask me out. I'm glad he did!
4. What did you do on your first date?
We went on a double date with Chad and Janet. We went for Thai food and then Latin dancing downtown. Neither of us had Latin danced before. We had so much fun figuring it out together! It was so nice to be out with someone who liked to get out there and have fun. I especially like it when Jeff took my hand to lead me through the crowd!
5. What was your favorite thing to do together while you were dating?
I introduced Jeff to Gator football and after that, we really enjoyed going to the Gator games together on Saturdays in the fall. In the spring, our favorite thing was to go to the beach. Most of our weekday evenings were spent sharing dinner, studying (a little bit), and talking (a lot)!
6. When was your first kiss with your sweetheart?
On our third date, Jeff took me to the Gold & Green ball. We had a great time and when he walked me to my door his gave me a quick kiss and then promptly said goodnight and ran down the stairs. He came over the next day to kiss some more ;-)
7. Who said "I love you" first?
He said it first but, I said it back to him right away. We had known for a while that we both felt the same but, he waited until the eve of my bachelor's degree graduation to tell me. It had actually become a bit of an ongoing joke over a couple of weeks. We'd just look at each other, smile, and say something like "you know what I'm thinking." We took a picnic dinner over to the stadium and sat on top of the alligator and ate and talked. He finally said it and I quickly reciprocated. It was one of those perfect moments.
8. When did you first realize you loved him?
Jeff and I went on spring break together with a bunch of our friends and I think that's when I realized that I was going to fall in love with him. He was just so cute and so much fun! I don't remember one specific moment where the realization came. It just grew bit-by-bit every day. Now, I realize I love him every day!
9. How did he propose?
Jeff woke me up at about 4am on a Saturday and we drove out to St. Augustine beach. As the sun was rising, he got down on his knee and asked me to be his wife. I said "yes" of course and we enjoyed some croissants and orange juice on the beach. I had known it was coming but, I thought we were heading out there just so he could throw me off. I didn't think he would really propose to me while I was in my PJ's! As a matter of fact, I had gotten dressed up the night before and we had ended up at the stadium (where we spent part of our 2nd date). I told him, "I thought you were going to propose tonight!" Little did I know it was coming in the morning!
10. What do you remember about your wedding day?
Our wedding day was perfect. I remember sitting in the celestial room of the Salt Lake temple just holding hands and smiling. I wasn't nervous until one of the workers came up to us and said, "Are you ready?" Then we were nervous! We walked into the sealing room and I just felt overwhelmed with love for my sweetheart and all of our loved ones who were there with us. I remember exactly how Jeff looked as we knelt across the altar. We were both beaming and I knew that it was right. I was (and am) so thankful that he was going to be mine forever. Our sealer was amazing and "celestial" is the best word to describe our sealing. We enjoyed our reception and just giggled as we pulled away from the Joseph Smith Memorial Building in our horse-drawn carriage. We spent that night at the Inn at Temple Square, which was just around the corner, and during our spin around the block we had tons of people cheering for us as we passed. It was so funny! We had our first family prayer, he in his tux and me in my dress, when we got to the hotel room. It was so sweet and we've lived happily ever after ever since! I married such a great man and I am thankful for him, and fall more in love with him, every day!
Thanks, Rachel, for tagging me! I tag Cassie, Hillary and Irene.
1. Where did you first meet your hubby?
We have different versions of this story! I say Jeff and I first met at the University of Florida institute of religion. We had both attended the Wednesday night class and while we were having refreshments, he was standing against the wall and as I was walking by, our eyes met and I smiled and said "hello." He'll tell you that I looked at him and didn't say anything but, I think his memory is questionable. I didn't introduce myself until a week or so later when my roommates and I went over to our friends house to watch a movie and he was there. He was studying his ballet vocabulary for his dance class and I plopped myself down on the couch next to him and introduced myself. After the movie, I had to ask him three times if I could give him a ride home before he finally consented.
2. What do you remember most about him?
His lips and smile were what stuck out to me most. He has such a great smile and big, soft lips...perfect for kissing! When we finally got to talking, I could tell that he was nervous but he persisted and always asked me about my day (and really seemed to care about what I was saying about it)!
3. Who asked out who first?
He asked me out while I was hanging out at the institute one afternoon. He walked into the room, asked me out quickly, and then left just a quickly as he'd asked me out! Apparently, he had been downstairs trying to work up the courage to do it and had come upstairs twice and chickened out. His roommate, Uncle Jesse, finally told him to man-up and ask me out. I'm glad he did!
4. What did you do on your first date?
We went on a double date with Chad and Janet. We went for Thai food and then Latin dancing downtown. Neither of us had Latin danced before. We had so much fun figuring it out together! It was so nice to be out with someone who liked to get out there and have fun. I especially like it when Jeff took my hand to lead me through the crowd!
5. What was your favorite thing to do together while you were dating?
I introduced Jeff to Gator football and after that, we really enjoyed going to the Gator games together on Saturdays in the fall. In the spring, our favorite thing was to go to the beach. Most of our weekday evenings were spent sharing dinner, studying (a little bit), and talking (a lot)!
6. When was your first kiss with your sweetheart?
On our third date, Jeff took me to the Gold & Green ball. We had a great time and when he walked me to my door his gave me a quick kiss and then promptly said goodnight and ran down the stairs. He came over the next day to kiss some more ;-)
7. Who said "I love you" first?
He said it first but, I said it back to him right away. We had known for a while that we both felt the same but, he waited until the eve of my bachelor's degree graduation to tell me. It had actually become a bit of an ongoing joke over a couple of weeks. We'd just look at each other, smile, and say something like "you know what I'm thinking." We took a picnic dinner over to the stadium and sat on top of the alligator and ate and talked. He finally said it and I quickly reciprocated. It was one of those perfect moments.
8. When did you first realize you loved him?
Jeff and I went on spring break together with a bunch of our friends and I think that's when I realized that I was going to fall in love with him. He was just so cute and so much fun! I don't remember one specific moment where the realization came. It just grew bit-by-bit every day. Now, I realize I love him every day!
9. How did he propose?
Jeff woke me up at about 4am on a Saturday and we drove out to St. Augustine beach. As the sun was rising, he got down on his knee and asked me to be his wife. I said "yes" of course and we enjoyed some croissants and orange juice on the beach. I had known it was coming but, I thought we were heading out there just so he could throw me off. I didn't think he would really propose to me while I was in my PJ's! As a matter of fact, I had gotten dressed up the night before and we had ended up at the stadium (where we spent part of our 2nd date). I told him, "I thought you were going to propose tonight!" Little did I know it was coming in the morning!
10. What do you remember about your wedding day?
Our wedding day was perfect. I remember sitting in the celestial room of the Salt Lake temple just holding hands and smiling. I wasn't nervous until one of the workers came up to us and said, "Are you ready?" Then we were nervous! We walked into the sealing room and I just felt overwhelmed with love for my sweetheart and all of our loved ones who were there with us. I remember exactly how Jeff looked as we knelt across the altar. We were both beaming and I knew that it was right. I was (and am) so thankful that he was going to be mine forever. Our sealer was amazing and "celestial" is the best word to describe our sealing. We enjoyed our reception and just giggled as we pulled away from the Joseph Smith Memorial Building in our horse-drawn carriage. We spent that night at the Inn at Temple Square, which was just around the corner, and during our spin around the block we had tons of people cheering for us as we passed. It was so funny! We had our first family prayer, he in his tux and me in my dress, when we got to the hotel room. It was so sweet and we've lived happily ever after ever since! I married such a great man and I am thankful for him, and fall more in love with him, every day!
Thanks, Rachel, for tagging me! I tag Cassie, Hillary and Irene.
Saturday, January 24, 2009
Two New Favorites...
Jeff and I like to support our local restaurants and we have two new ones to recommend for our fellow Gainesville residents (or visitors):
(1) Mexico Lindo - delicious and cheap! I recommend the golden enchiladas...yum!
and
(2) Momoyaki - Not my favorite for sushi but, we think they have the best rice bowls in town!
(1) Mexico Lindo - delicious and cheap! I recommend the golden enchiladas...yum!
and
(2) Momoyaki - Not my favorite for sushi but, we think they have the best rice bowls in town!
Friday, January 16, 2009
Ending on a good note...
I received a bunch of good news today to end a work week that has not been my favorite. Here's a quick recap:
1. It looks like we'll be getting some more money from NIH to finish surveying our 6,000 kids in Chicago. I thought it was a long-shot for us to get this additional $40-50K for our project so, I'm pleasantly surprised and glad that we can keep going!
2. I submitted my dissertation, in its entirety, to my committee chairs for final review before my defense! The printed copy is massive!
3. The new faculty position that I'm going to "compete" for was approved by the Dean! For those of you who saw the extent of UF budget cut next year ($75 million), I'm sure you can understand my relief!
4. The first paper from my dissertation was accepted for publication in the Journal of Community Health.
Now we have a three day weekend and I'm going to do some shopping for a new outfit for my defense! It's definitely a good way to start the weekend!
1. It looks like we'll be getting some more money from NIH to finish surveying our 6,000 kids in Chicago. I thought it was a long-shot for us to get this additional $40-50K for our project so, I'm pleasantly surprised and glad that we can keep going!
2. I submitted my dissertation, in its entirety, to my committee chairs for final review before my defense! The printed copy is massive!
3. The new faculty position that I'm going to "compete" for was approved by the Dean! For those of you who saw the extent of UF budget cut next year ($75 million), I'm sure you can understand my relief!
4. The first paper from my dissertation was accepted for publication in the Journal of Community Health.
Now we have a three day weekend and I'm going to do some shopping for a new outfit for my defense! It's definitely a good way to start the weekend!
Just One of Those Weeks...
I saw this picture on Natalie Copeland's blog and thought...that's exactly how I felt this week! I'm grateful for a three day weekend!
Sunday, January 11, 2009
He'll Be Back!!
YAY! One more year with Tim Tebow! If you're not on the Gator band-wagon yet, you might want to seriously consider it! Go Gators!!
Friday, January 9, 2009
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Can't Wait!!
I've been swamped at work this week so I haven't had much time to really get excited about the big game tonight. But, now that the day is here and I'm at work in my orange and blue, I'm so excited! It really is great to be a Florida Gator!
Go Gators!!
Go Gators!!
Friday, January 2, 2009
Good Reads
I was able to read "The Shack" and "Outliers" while we traveled to/from Washington. I recommend them both!! They were very interesting, thought-provoking books! I'm now searching for my next read...
The Tobler-Family-Christmas Extravaganza!
Jeff and I have been home for a few days and have enjoyed being back in the sunshine (and sleeping on a real bed)! We had a great trip to Dupont, WA for Christmas. We were essentially snowed-in for 10 days with 15 people...space was limited but, the fun definitely was not!
We arrived a little late but, were thankful to have been able to arrive at all given the snow storm that was pounding Seattle. We had to wait an extra hour or so outside to catch our bus to Dupont...we missed the warm weather right away!
This is Jeff trying to stay warm while we waited
The next morning, we spent some time getting re-acquainted with our nephew, Charlie, and our new niece, Greta. Charlie and Jeff started playing right away. Although, Charlie called Jeff "Daddy" for most of the week. The Tobler boys do all look alike...
Reading his big truck books...
Greta and her Grandpa Tobler
Charlie loved being on Jeff's shoulders and really loved when he got a hold of his "coke."
We went on a nice hike down to the Sound. The girls slid through the gate...
The boys went over... (Clark needed a little extra help)
It was cold but very beautiful!!
On the "beach"...
We couldn't go anywhere in the car so, we went for a few walks.
We made another graham cracker house. This time we went for the skyscraper.
We decorated sugar cookies (they didn't last long!)
Jeff liked to build fires in the outdoor stove
We spent a couple of evenings singing karaoke
Kyle wanted to have a more classy reunion. So, at his request, the boys dressed up for dinner.
Jeff and Clark in their Christmas ties (Thanks Dad & Betsey!)
The boys and their off-spring...
Charlie loved to rough-house! There was a lot of wrestling and "bombs away."
Charlie spread his cold germs successfully. Jeff's still sick...
Christmas Eve, we had a nice steak dinner (Jeff was an excellent cook)
and did a "living nativity." I think this was one of the highlights for me. Kyle directed it and had it all set to music.
Our director...yes, he's in all black spandex :-)
The shepherds and their "lamb"
Jeff was a shepherd
I was a wise woman
Jan was the angel
On Christmas Day, the Aldersons (Kim's family) kindly had us to their beautiful home in Enumclaw for dinner. The way up the mountain was treacherous and we all got stuck. Charlie learned a new phrase as we watched from the window as the boys tried to free the cars, "stuck in the snow."
Jeff dug through the ice and snow so the cars could get some traction on the steepest part of the drive
Bob had to get the tractor out to pull Kyle out of the ditch
But it was worth it. It was a picturesque place to spend Christmas!
On our last day there, the Alderson's had us back to their house for the shooting we didn't get to on Christmas. Jeff was so excited to be able to shoot clay pigeons right off the front porch.
It was a great trip and we're so thankful to Kyle and Kim for having us!
We arrived a little late but, were thankful to have been able to arrive at all given the snow storm that was pounding Seattle. We had to wait an extra hour or so outside to catch our bus to Dupont...we missed the warm weather right away!
This is Jeff trying to stay warm while we waited
The next morning, we spent some time getting re-acquainted with our nephew, Charlie, and our new niece, Greta. Charlie and Jeff started playing right away. Although, Charlie called Jeff "Daddy" for most of the week. The Tobler boys do all look alike...
Reading his big truck books...
Greta and her Grandpa Tobler
Charlie loved being on Jeff's shoulders and really loved when he got a hold of his "coke."
We went on a nice hike down to the Sound. The girls slid through the gate...
The boys went over... (Clark needed a little extra help)
It was cold but very beautiful!!
On the "beach"...
We couldn't go anywhere in the car so, we went for a few walks.
We made another graham cracker house. This time we went for the skyscraper.
We decorated sugar cookies (they didn't last long!)
Jeff liked to build fires in the outdoor stove
We spent a couple of evenings singing karaoke
Kyle wanted to have a more classy reunion. So, at his request, the boys dressed up for dinner.
Jeff and Clark in their Christmas ties (Thanks Dad & Betsey!)
The boys and their off-spring...
Charlie loved to rough-house! There was a lot of wrestling and "bombs away."
Charlie spread his cold germs successfully. Jeff's still sick...
Christmas Eve, we had a nice steak dinner (Jeff was an excellent cook)
and did a "living nativity." I think this was one of the highlights for me. Kyle directed it and had it all set to music.
Our director...yes, he's in all black spandex :-)
The shepherds and their "lamb"
Jeff was a shepherd
I was a wise woman
Jan was the angel
On Christmas Day, the Aldersons (Kim's family) kindly had us to their beautiful home in Enumclaw for dinner. The way up the mountain was treacherous and we all got stuck. Charlie learned a new phrase as we watched from the window as the boys tried to free the cars, "stuck in the snow."
Jeff dug through the ice and snow so the cars could get some traction on the steepest part of the drive
Bob had to get the tractor out to pull Kyle out of the ditch
But it was worth it. It was a picturesque place to spend Christmas!
On our last day there, the Alderson's had us back to their house for the shooting we didn't get to on Christmas. Jeff was so excited to be able to shoot clay pigeons right off the front porch.
It was a great trip and we're so thankful to Kyle and Kim for having us!
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