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April 7th, 2012 @ 1:15

I cannot wait to spend eternity with Clinton!

Content and Smiling

Here I am sitting in my living room with my sweetheart just relaxing after church. I just had to let the entire world know how happy and content I am. I love feeling this way and I can't stop smiling. I can't wait for the day when I don't have to leave and head back to my parents and I'm here at my home in CJ's arms forever!!

Love is in the air

I ended my last entry not knowing what would come of CJ's visit, well now I know what his trip was all about.

<3 Love <3

Sunday night we had family dinner and celebrated Granny's birthday. This dinner was Clint's first family dinner with many more to come. The family is just laid back and relaxed and it was nice having him there to spend time with us. At the end of the night Papa asked CJ if they could have lunch the next day so I got a little nervous for them both lol.

Monday seemed like the longest day at work ever. As noon arrived I wondered how the lunch between the 2 most important men in my life was going. I wanted nothing more than for them to get along and to find out what was said.

The walkway at work seemed endless as second shift came walking down to relieve us for the day. They finally got there and I was out the door quicker than I ever have been before and was on my way to the hotel. I got there and grilled CJ on how everything was with Papa. I was reassured that it went well and they had a good time.

I had already bought CJ a ring and was letting him try it on when he dropped to one knee and told me it was my turn to try mine on. I just looked at him and couldn't believe him. There was the most amazing man and ring right before my eyes. He asked me to marry him and I of course said yes!! I love him more than anything and I know he feels the same way. He'll take good care of me and I him and the kids.

the RING!

Beautiful Right?!

I love my family and I can't wait for CJ and the boys to be apart of mine forever. (For you all who don't know he has 3 boys that are adorable) Cody is the oldest and is 11. Then there is Cole and Carson, the twins which are 5.

My little family
Clinton (CJ)
Cole, Cody, and Carson

Isn't CJ handsome?!

Oh how I love him!!

There will be more details to come on the wedding. Feel more than welcome to keep up with things as they come together!

Road Trip

Last Monday after work I decided to take a road trip. I had called Clint on my lunch break and told him I had thought about driving up to see him but I wasn't certain. While the day hurried along at work I knew I was going to make the journey. I went home and packed rather quickly and told mom where I was going and I'd see her later. We talked for a few minutes then I headed out the door.

All of a sudden I felt like a race car driver. The need for speed was pumping through my body, however I knew I'd rather not get pulled over so I held back. The drive up to Elwood really isn't too bad and is only about 3 hours, give or take some depending on traffic. As I got closer and closer I began to think I had gone to the wrong place. Clint lives in the middle of "Nowhere-ville" as I called it while talking to him. Finally I made it to the house! I was HOME!

That night we went on a drive around town to show me things. Elwood is an older town and not what I'm use to, but change is always good right?!

The next morning he took me to breakfast and it was amazing. Breakfast is my favorite food and I could eat it for every meal almost. That was a good way to start our day off before heading to Indianapolis. The mall is always a good place to take me, plus I needed a new phone cover. I broke mine so what other place has the selection than what's at the mall?!

We ran around town for awhile, and got some lunch before heading to what might be a shock to some of you. You sitting down?? Ok here you have it... we went to David's Bridal. That's right, I went and tried on wedding dresses. Most of you are more than likely thinking..."but he can't see your dress!"... well I'm not that type of girl. I don't mind, after all I want him to like the dress as well. In the end I of course will get the dress I like and he won't know which one it is, but this way I know what kind he likes and doesn't.

That night we went and hung out with his Mom and Step-Dad. It was good getting to know them some and just feel right at home. They are sweet and kind people, even to someone as crazy as me ;)

Wednesday was my last day to spend up there with him before I left. We just spent time together and had lunch at an amazing Italian restaurant. I must say it was amazing! I had more food put in front of me than I knew what to do with.

When it came time for the ride back to Louisville my heart ached. I didn't want to leave this place, nor him. Clinton is one of the best things that's happened to me. I love him with all my heart and it broke my heart to drive away. I was at least glad to know that I would see him real soon as we had already made plans for him to come down and visit that Sunday (yesterday).

Clinton is down here and I'm more than excited to see what this trip holds for us!

Best "weekend" ever

My weekends are a little different from most peoples, mine is Tuesday and Wednesday. I really don't mind having an odd schedule however a social life is out of the question pretty much.

Well last weekend on my Friday (Monday), I was working visitation so I didn't get a lunch break, no biggie. Just means I get to leave about an hour early...

(Clinton had taken my weekend off and drove down to spend it with me)...

The idea hit me to head up to LaGrange and surprise him. So I go to the hotel he is staying at and knock on his door and boy did I love the smile that welcomed me!

We spent the night just being us and going out on the town. All I know is this man MUST love me because he went and sat through Breaking Dawn with me :)

Tuesday we spent the day together and man did we have a blast! The morning started off with me going to pick him up and being his wonderful chauffeur for the day. After I finally decided what we were going to do we headed to Louisville. It's amazing how being in his presence make my day ten times brighter. We can ride in silence or be rocking out to the music and be content and happy with just being together.

First stop of the day was the Louisville Science Center. That's right... I'm a geek... gotta love me right?! For those of you who have never been it's a cool place, check it out sometime. It has lots of hands on experiments you can have fun with. We spent awhile there and built a tower out of blocks to see if it would withstand an earthquake. One of the experiments you can do is building an arch. I must say it was VERY nice to have such a tall man around to help me. I am soooo short that I couldn't put half of the blocks where they belonged. Clinton had to hold them all while I did I best to put it together, we eventually got the arch together just to watch it crumble to the ground. We did a few other fun activities then headed on to the next adventure of the day.

Lunch was next on the agenda and Subway was what I craved. We sat down and ate then just talked for awhile. We really were just enjoy our time together. Then the phone call came... Papa called to tell me some news. Alan Tyler who was like a second father had passed away that morning. My heart sunk as I held back the tears. He had been sick for years and in the last 4 or 5 months had taken a turn for the worse. I know he is better off and in no pain, it's still hard though. I am grateful for my knowledge of the plan of salvation and the role it plays in this life and the hereafter. Clinton was so sweet to me and he made all the difference in my day and how I reacted to the news. Knowing I have a man that loves me unconditionally is more than I could ever ask for.

Family is important to Clinton and I so I decided it was time he got to know most of mine. The next stop was Laura's house. Dom was at the door ready to let us in when we showed up. He is such a cutie at times! Bethany and Laura were inside waiting to visit with us also. After we spent sometime over there we went over to Amy's. Claire and Nick had been over the first time Clinton came and Claire was scared of him, more like shy almost. We had a good time and after awhile Claire warmed up to him.

That night we went out to dinner and while we were there mom called and asked me to take Grandma to the doctor the next morning. I wasn't too excited about that knowing that in the afternoon Clint would have to leave to head home, but I agreed anyway. When I got off the phone and told him he simply asked what time to be at the house to go :) Such a simple thing to show me he cares. Of course the next morning Grandma and he met as we headed out.

Before Clint left I took him to a few of my favorite stores around LaGrange. My favorite book store (once again I'm a geek) and the arts and crafts store. While there he got me a few new items for making my watches. I like to make watch bands so I have one to match most outfits I have. Overall we had a good time.

It was sad to watch him drive away but I knew I'd see him soon!

Us in front of the weird yet cool mirror at the Science Center

Me of Course

Man we're cute!

Working on our little tower