Our Two Weeks

We hung out with the fam...
We took family pictures...

We took pictures...and for those who are waiting for house pictures these are taken at our house. I will post pictures soon, like you really believe me though!

Our cute swing hanging from our enormous tree...

We took lots of pictures of just the two of us...I don't have alot of pictures of us from 2008, but I will have alot from October of 2008.

We had people over for Rock Band and Pizza!

The bestest neighbors ever... John, Missy, and Brittney

We took family pictures...

Doug, Lisa, Phil, Katie, Dan, Grandma, Aron and me

We were able to hang out with his family and we had a great time. We love spending time with them. They always know how to have a good time.

We took lots of family picutres... LOL!

We went to Park City, we had a hot tub in our room...

And a fireplace...

And a kitchen...

I am sorry to all of those who check my blog, which is probably no one anymore, because I never update. It has been almost two weeks since Aron has left and I am just getting around to updating our blog. I am just the worse picture- taker- in- the- whole-wide-world! I just would rather enjoy the moment instead of always worrying about taking pictures. Aron has a few more to send me through email that he took on his camera.
We seriously had so much fun together. Seeing Aron at the airport was seriously the neatest thing ever, it was a moment that I will never forget nor could ever explain. It was so great to see him again, hug him, kiss him, talk to him in person, laugh with him and cry with him. We had such a blast and we are already counting down the days until he is done and will be home for good.

We did lots of fun activities while Aron was here we went to Park City, went on the Alpine Roller Coaster, the Alpine Slide, went shopping, went to a movie, ate at yummy places, had my favorite treat in the whole wide world Apple Pie Apple at Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, did work on our house, hung out with family, had people over at our house, hung out with our awesome friends, watched conference, and really just enjoyed every second we had together. I love my hubby, and I appreciate his service and example to others.

Thanks for the best two weeks. See you in just a couple of months.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JESSIE

Happy Birthday Jessie from Danny, Whitney & Mindi...

Happy Birthday Jessie from all the way up here...

Happy Birthday Jessie from Megan & Aaron...

Happy Birthday kisses from Dad & Parker...

Happy Birthday from the extended family...

Happy Birthday Jessie from the bath tub at Grandma's...

Happy Birthday Jessie from Grandma...

Happy Birthday Jessie from Whit and Mindi...

Well rehearsed birthday song for you from Whitney and Mom...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU, HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR JESSIE, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!!
hApPy BiRtHdAy Jessie from Utah to Russia, we hope you have a great 20th birthday! You are getting old, LOL! We miss you and have a great day! Party like a ROCK STAR!

Love, The Fam

Hey Birthday girl, I wish you were here to spank you 20 times, but I will do it upon your return. I love you and miss you every day but know that you are having the time of your life. Have a fun party and take lots of pictures!!

Love, Mom

Holy Cow Three More Days...

Meghann, Me, Chelsea, Erika, Michelle, Marianne

Chelsea's beautiful wedding!

Michelle, Marianne, Chelsea, Meghann, Megan, Little Whit

Chelsea's shower

I made that little wood block and cake for Chelsea's bridal shower.

Fun tissue pom poms

Party Favors and Advice for Chelsea and Zak

Me & Whit

"Aunt Megan, why are you smashing my face? It dosen't feel very nice!"

Michelle & Marianne

Meghann, Michelle, Chelsea & Marianne

Wow has it really been a month since I last posted? Well apparently it has. Life has been very fun-filled and busy. School is cool, I actually really enjoy it and for a terrific TRAXS moment I sat next to a drag queen on Tuesday night, yes that is right don't be jealous. He or should I say she, told me all about what he/she does. He/she had painted toe nails, fake nails and make up on and he performs downtown at a gay club, I am going to watch him/her on Saturday night if anyone is interested just let me know we can drive down together!LOL! I actually really did get a personal invitation to go and watch him! Okay that is a lie as well. Lets just say it was another terrific Tuesday TRAXS experience.

This Sunday Aron, my super awesome husband, is coming home on his R & R (Rest and Relaxation) for two weeks. I can barely stand the anticipation any longer. I can't sleep, eat or concentrate my stomach is in knots just thinking about seeing him after five long months. Oh man thinking about it brings tears to my eyes. We are going to Park City for a couple of nights and then we are coming home and just relaxing and hanging out with family and friends. WOW, can't wait!!!
I have done alot this month and some of the highlights would be: Chelsea & Zak's wedding, had a bridal shower for Chelsea, had our Canyon Rim primary program, and did lots and lots of homework. I am just glad I had things this month to keep my mind off of Aron coming home, because to be honest that is all I think about. Well I am sure some day after Aron leaves I will post pictures of what we did. I hope you all have a great weekend and pray that I will get through these next couple of days, I am going CRAZY with excitement!

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun &"Goodbye" Jessie

Cute Russian doll cupcakes, complaments of Megan

Yummy, Yummy Spin Cafe in Heber.

Me, Gabi, Madie, Jess

We even rode on a carousel

Madie, Me, Gabi, Janie, Jess

"Oh this is what I call a good time"

Me, Jenny

Me, Jessie, Little Whit sleeping, Mindi

Three of my best friends.

Jessie's goodbye cake at her goodbye party, complaments of Costco.

Dinner in Park City

Mindi, Me, Suz

Jessie, Mindi, Little Whit

At our hotel room in Park City

Me, Suz

Getting ready for our Heber Creeper adventure

Jess, Gabi, Mister Conductor, Madie

Cookie, Me, Gabi, Madie, Jess, Suz, Grandma Donna


What a great, fun-filled weekend I had. On Friday Me, Ali, Gabi, Mindi, Little Whit, Jess, Suz, Madie, Gabi and Grandma went up to Park City to have one last girls weekend before Jess left to Russia. On Friday we went to dinner, ate yummy apples, and giggled all night in the hotel room. Saturday we went on a three hour train ride on the Heber Creeper. It was a lot of fun and I even had a very enjoyable nap. The scenery was beautiful and the company of course was great. After that we went to the yummiest cafe, "Spin Cafe" delicious! I am craving it as I write. Then we went to hang out with Janie and Jenny at the resort they were staying at, which was beautiful! That is when we got to ride the carousel, so much fun. It did cost $2 dollars, but it was well worth it. Then of course we went to the outlet malls. It was a great weekend and it is always fun to get together with family.

Sunday we threw a "Goodbye" party for Jessie before she left to Russia. We had it in my parents backyard and a ton of people came and we had tons of yummy desserts. It was neat to see how many people love and care about Jessie, she has such a fun personality and everyone just loves being around her because she is so positive and has such a great attitude. I just love her and I already miss her so much, she left this morning and I already want her to come home. I do know that it is going to be a great experience for her and she will learn lots and lots.

Monday was my first day of school and what an adventure. I am taking the TRAXS up to the U to save on gas and man I had no idea what kind of people rode on the TRAXS, in the nicest way possible they were "crazies" for lack of a better term. I don't mean to be rude by any means but what a culture shock for me. I was sitting next to a guy that kept saying, "I need to get some more crack." he kept asking me for some and of course I said, "Ya let me just pull that out of my back pack for you." I mean come on, do I look like I have crack. You might also be wondering why I was sitting next to him well lets just say he smelt nice, well okay actually he did not, but anyway the TRAXS were packed and I was the only person left with an available seat so of course I let him sit down. Well anyway it made me really grateful for the great life that I have. At least I will be entertained on the TRAXS. I love school and I had a great first day, I really enjoy to learn and I love being able to stretch my mind and really think. Hopefully life will not get too crazy! Also that night we had a family night with just my immediate family and it was a great experience for me we each shared our favorite scripture with Jessie and gave her some advice for when she is gone, the spirit was so strong and it was a really nice bonding experience for all of us. Then my dad gave her a priesthood blessing which was really neat to witness. Thank goodness for family and for the priesthood. I love this church it brings forth great blessings to me and my family. Well it has been a great weekend and a great week so far. Good luck Jessie, I love you! And of course I have to end by giving a shout out to my hubby, Aron, "I love you and miss you."

Random Pictures...

Little Whit & Mindi

Mindi is the such a great, sweet, hardworking person. I am glad she is my sister.

Little Whit is such a spit fire, she is so fun, strong, happy and a great baby. She is by far my favorite neice.

Me

This was taken right before my talk at Brighton Girls Camp

Big Whit, Grandma Donna, Me, Suzy

Whit is the greatest dad ever he is so kind, hard working, funny, loving and always willing to help.

Grandma is the sweetest, most thoughtful, loving person I know. She is such a great example to me.

Suz is the greatest mom on this earth. She is the greatest painter ever as well. She has been such a big help to me since Aaron has been gone. She is so creative, thoughtful, sweet, loving and always giving a 100% Big Whit, Grandma Donna, Me, Jess

Jessie is the funnest person I know. This picture tells you all. She took about 30 self portraits of herself on my camera. This one just happens to be my favorite. She is so funny, loving, creative, adventurous and I just love her personality. I am going to miss her when she is in Russia. You are the bomb.

Jess- (Don't be mad I posted this on the world wide web!)

Me at Girls Camp! Oh man I love camping, getting dirty and not showering. LOL!

Well those are just some of the events of my summer. Can't believe the summer is coming to an end. I start school in two weeks and I am very excited. I am also counting down the days until Aron gets to come home for two weeks. It is going to be great. I hope the rest of you out there enjoy the rest of your summer. Oh and a shout out to my bro Parker, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY! I hope you have a great 15th birthday. You are super cool. I am so lucky to have you as a brother, you are so good to those around you! You make me laugh too!

Also a shout out to my mother-in-law Lisa, HAPPY BIRTHDAY YESTERDAY! You are a great person and I enjoy spending time with you and the fam. You are thoughtful, kind and funny! Hope you had a great day!

The Proof...

Jenny, Turk, Me, Lori
Jenny, Turk, Me, Lori
Pictures from the 1/2 marathon.
Good Job Jenny, Turk and Lori you did great and I think you guys are great!

I did it...And lived to tell the tale

So it is Monday and yes I am alive. I ran my first 1/2 marathon on Saturday in Provo. What a cool experience. I ran it with my super cool cousins Jenny and Turk and my awesome aunt Lori. I do have pictures to prove my attendance and if you saw me walk you would know. I can't believe what 13.1 miles can do to your body, I even trained quite a bit and I am still so sore. I really enjoy running and I am proud of myself for accomplishing one of my goals. I am very good at setting goals but very few of them ever get fulfilled and for once I followed through.
I woke up on Saturday morning at 4:30 AM which was not too bad because I could not sleep because I was excited and nervous. Then we drove to Provo, used the restroom, got on the bus and arrived at the starting point. I could not believe how many people were there, it was a pretty neat thing to see. It was really fun running down the provo canyon, Bridal Veil falls is quite beautiful, I will have to go visit it again when I am mentally capable of enjoying it.
I did run the whole 13.1 miles which was what I was hoping for, I was hoping to get this big burst of energy at the end but in fact quite the opposite happened. I finished in 1 hour and 55 minutes and my goal was 2 hours so I was happy to get under what I thought I was going to do it in. I really think I will be a 1/2 marathon runner in the future and I am playing around with the idea of running a full but I am not sold yet.
After the race I went home and painted one of the extra bedrooms with my mom all day, went to a reception, went grocery shopping, came home with my mom finished painting the room and went to bed at 1:30 PM, it was a long day. I am glad that I did keep my body moving so I would not get to stiff. But that night I could not sleep very well because I kept having nightmares that I could not move because my body was so stiff so I kept waking up to keep my body moving. Kind of funny.
Thank you to all the emails and text messages of support and encouragement, it really means alot to me that so many people care about me. I don't know how I got so lucky to have such great friends, it is the greatest blessing to have such a great support team while Aron is gone. So thank you, thank you, thank you!
Also I would like to thank Burgandy for her sweet blog post wishing me good luck so now it is my turn to wish her good luck. GOOD LUCK BURGANDY, you will do great. You are awesome and can't wait to hear how it goes. I know you have a couple of weeks, so when it gets closer I will wish you GOOD LUCK again.
Pictures of the event to come soon...

John Mayer Concert

Jessie & Mindi
Love this picture every time I look at Ali I can't help but laugh. Oh and I must say so myself I look pretty goofy as well.

Rock on, party on and bring on John Mayer.

Me, Ali, Jess, Mindi

Three of my favorite people EVER!

Me & Ali
The picture speaks for itself
Me, Whit, Mindi

No little Whit did not come to the concert with us, she wishes she could have.

Me, Ali, Jess
My Celebrity Crush John Mayer

We are allowed one Celebrity Crush, right?

Well I am a little behind on bloggin but I will get caught up. On July 21st Me, Ali, Mindi and Jessie went to the John Mayer concert at Usana. Aron bought me four tickets for my birthday and he told me to take three people and have a fun girls night out, and believe me we had a blast. The concert was great, John Mayer was fabulous and the crowd was a hoot. I am such a people watcher, I love watching those around me, I was so entertained by the music and those around me. Thanks Aron for a great birthday present, we had such a blast. I love just laughing and goofing off with those I love.

Life after John Mayer has been great. I have gone to Girls Camp,I have had school orientation, I have been training for my half marathon which is on Saturday (YIKES), I have painted our whole upstairs of course with lots and lots of help from my family, and I have been completley wrapped up in "Breaking Dawn." So nothing too exciting, I must say though that Girls Camp was exciting and it was a really good experience for me, I had a blast. I did realize that I really do not like to go camping for longer than a night.

I am just grateful that the summer is going fast because at the end of September I get to spend 2 whole weeks with my husband. I really just can't wait, I thought that this whole deployment thing would get easier but to be honest it has not been easy and it is not getting easier. I am grateful for the other Army Wives in Aron's company because they have been a huge support and it has been fun getting to know their familes and spending time with them. So thank you! Life is busy and is going well.

Thanks again Aron for the John Mayer tickets we had FUN! Thank you to Jess, Mindi and Ali for going with me you gals are just simply amazing.

My turn...

Hello everyone, my name is Aaron Hilton, Megan's husband, and I felt like I would just leave a quick little message to you all. I some how suckered her out of her log on, actually I didn't really sucker her I just called and woke her up at three in the morning and just asked for it, so I'm now just sitting here and decided that I wanted to take a second, well a couple of minutes and leave you with a message. Everytime I log on and check out Meg's blog it seems like her friend list just keeps growing. It's now up to 52 friends. The thing is though, I don't think that I'd want it any other way. Megan is a very amazing woman, as I'm sure most of you know, and it just gives me comfort knowing that while I'm gone she has so many people in her life to keep her company. I also just want you to know that I'm coming back so you better get as much "Megan" time as you can because once I get home she's all mine. Sorry ladies, maybe after a couple of months I'll be able to let her leave my side. So just plan on being one short for the first little bit. I really do love the support that she get's from all of you, especially you Shan. You can always read my mind and you know exactly what I'm thinking when it comes to Megan and how she looks. Thanks you for always saying something to her because you know what, she does look so good. I don't even need to go into the family because you're all basically sisters anyways. I'm also thankful for our new super sweet neighbrs, the Burton Bunch. Thank you for your help and for always sending Morgan over to hang out with Meg. Megan needs more mature people to hang out with and Morgan is exactly that, I'm still convinced that she's just a really small 16 year old. And for those of you who are sad that I didn't throw your name out there, get over it. You know that you're amazing people and that I'm talking to you. I just don't have the time to list all 52 people on Meg's friend list. Again, I'm just trying to say thanks. All of you rock and if you come over some time after I get back I'll make you a root beer float or coco if it's winter. So keep on keepin' on and please remember to keep Meg in your thoughts.

What does your name mean?

I found this off of Shannon's blog and I thought it was pretty cool, thanks! Of course I disagree with all of the negative aspects of my name. LOL!

{What Megan Means}

You are confident, self assured, and capable. You are not easily intimidated. You master any and all skills easily. You don't have to work hard for what you want. You make your life out to be exactly how you want it. And you'll knock down anyone who gets in your way! You are friendly, charming, and warm. You get along with almost everyone. You work hard not to rock the boat. Your easy going attitude brings people together. At times, you can be a little flaky and irresponsible. But for the important things, you pull it together. You are deeply philosophical and thoughtful. You tend to analyze every aspect of your life. You are intuitive, brilliant, and quite introverted. You value your time alone. Often times, you are grumpy with other people. You don't appreciate them trying to interfere in your affairs. You are usually the best at everything ... you strive for perfection. You are confident, authoritative, and aggressive. You have the classic "Type A" personality. You are very intuitive and wise. You understand the world better than most people. You also have a very active imagination. You often get carried away with your thoughts. You are prone to a little paranoia and jealousy. You sometimes go overboard in interpreting signals.

What's" Your Name's Hidden Meaning?

Newport Beach

Janie, Me and Michelle

Featured at the Pantages

Wicked Night

Madie, Gabi, Me

Enjoying our delicious Gelato!

Jessie, Suzy, Me

Dinner at Charlie's Chili

Parker, Mindi, Whit
Jessi, Jenny, Little Whit, Me, Suzy, Sara, Elaine
Me, Little Whit
Suzy, Me, Jessie, Whit

Angel's Game

One more year has come and gone. Seriously, going to Newport Beach every year is one of my favorite things in the whole wide world. Okay lets face it, I have not been very many places. But still what more can a person want then spending a week with 62 of their family members on the beach? Well I don't know about you, I enjoyed every minute of it. So now I am experiencing some vacation blues! I want to go back! Every year I also tell myself that I am going to take alot of pictures and once again I failed, maybe next year! LOL!

It was a great week! We relaxed, went running, ate lots and lots of yummy food, went to an Angels game, went to Wicked, Rodeo Dr, Hollywood, Beverly Hills and played at the beach. I could not face the ocean this year, it was too darn cold. I put my feet in one day and quickly retreated back to the sand, nice and warm. I am kind of having some regrets for not going in the ocean, but just thinking about it gives me the chills.

I have to admit my new obsession: WICKED! Holy Cow it was amazing I listen to the sound track every time I am in the car. It just puts me in a good mood. It was so clever, I often wonder how some people can be so darn clever. It was incredible, 2 thumbs up!
It was Aron's birthday on Sunday, so I would like to wish Aron a Happy Be-lated Birthday! I hope you had a great day! Wish I could have spent it with you, but we have next year! Can't wait! Aron is seriously such a sweet heart and I feel so lucky to have him as my husband.
Well tonight I am speaking at Brighton's girls camp and I am so nervous, but I am excited at the same time. I will let you all know how it goes.
Well another Beach vacation down and I am already counting down the days until we go next year. Here is a list of some of my favorite beach activities.

Favorite Beach Activites

Angel Games- Love the Baseball "Spirit"

Cheese dogs and french fries

Wicked

Reading on the beach

Running on the strand

Going to breakfast at Ruby's

Playing Tennis

Goofing off

Talking with my cousins

Playing in the Sand

Eating

Getting lost and having a breakdown in HOLLYWOOD

Laughing

I am excited for the many more beach activites to come!