I seriously love this man more than anything or anyone else in the world. Im so happy to call him my husband and Im thankful he has the patience and love for me. I look forward to our two year anniversary this year because we are planning on going to a very special place. Ill give you a hint.. We went there for our honeymoon right after our wedding. I can hardly wait.

I will always love and support my husband no matter what.

Proud Wife

My husband has been working for Qt for five years and since January he has been a manager. He started out in a Qt out on Power Rd way far south and then this month his supervisors told him that he was getting one of the new Qts on Val Vista. I am so proud of all the things my husband accomplishes and I know anything he sets his mind to he can do it. I can't believe how fast he moved stores I knew he would do it soon but it surprised me how soon he moved. He was only in the other store for about four to five months. GOod JOB BABY! Timothy and I are so lucky to have you. Love,

Fathers Day

Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads out there. You mean so much to your families. I want to especially thank my husband who sacrifices so much for our family. He is the best father I could've asked for. He is so perfect and loving to Timothy. My favorite part about being a mother is watching Chris and Timothy bond together. Well I have many favorite things but this is one of the many. Dear Chris(baby daddy), I love being married to you, the end! You brighten my days and you're very loving, patient, and kind. God truly knew that I needed someone patient and kind to be my partner. I honestly dont know what I would do without you. You are so perfect for me. As I watch you with Timothy I can honestly say that I love when you calm him down and put him to sleep when I'm running out of ideas. Timothy has a great example in his life. I hope he turns out to be a loving man like yourself. Thanks for all that you do babe and I am so glad we were able to become parents at the most perfect time. Timothy and I feel constantly blessed to have you in our lives. I love everything about you but I admire your talents for being the perfect dad. Thanks hun. Te amo siempre. Perla Rudd

Promotion

Even though this happened in the end of November/beginning of December I need to make sure I document how proud and how excited I am for Chris getting promoted to a store manager. He is currentyl an Assistant Manager (or 1A) as they would say. Basically he is right underneath the manager and he does a great job of taking care of his responsibilities.
The reason we are so excited for Chris is that he deserves this more than anyone I know. Let me explain.

He always goes out of his way to help others when he doesnt have to.
He loves going to work and loves to talk about how great QT is.
He is an amazing leader.
Is always on time.
We always get gas at QT (hahaha )
He has been Assistant Manage for about 3 years now and I dont know anyone who wants to be promoted as much as Chris did. He is tooo cute!!!
He looks good in a QT uniform of course!


I have to post about how his manager told me about his getting promoted. Last month we had some more truck problems (Oh joy!) and I drove him to work. It was the week before Thanksgiving and my husbands manager told me to stick around for the good news he was about to tell Chris. So I did I stood there for about ten minutes and then he pulled Chris and I off to the side to tell him he had an interview lined up for the week after Thanksgiving. December 1st is the exact date. :) It was so cute to watch how happy this made Chris. He had a huge smile and his eyes lit up. It gave Chris the perfect amount of time to prepare for his interview. He had a panel interview with a couple of supervisors (two of them he's personally had before). He had to practice a list of questions and make sure he hit some important points. I helped him by practicing with me and giving him my input.
Finally, the big day finally came and I had to make sure he had his pants super ironed as well as his qt shirt. I made sure he had a good breakfast and words of encouragement so that he would feel good about himself. He left very early and I told him to make sure and let me know how it went. His interview went much faster than I thought so we were able to meet up for lunch.
He told me he thought he did good and I could tell he did by what he told me. Later that day he got the good news that he is going to be promoted to manager. I knew he would get it and I am very happy for our little family. Just when we needed it and are about to have our first child it's all falling into place. I knew it would. I had to keep telling Chris it'll happen when the time is right just be patient. I'm so glad those words actually came true because sometimes you just don't know how long somethings might take.
Now we're just playing the waiting game. We have to wait for an opening in another Qt for him to be the manager. We're hoping it'll happen within the next month or two so we can start seeing that raise.
That's our big exciting news as of lately and although a lot has happened this month and last I've been too lazy to blog. I am going to try and play the catch up game before more exciting things happen.



Love,

Im thankful for the gospel & more

I had a wonderful Thanksgiving last week. My husband and I were both off and we got the entire weekend to relax and see each other all the time. I'm so happy he got Thursday and Friday so we could spend lots of time with our family. On Thanksgiving morning Chris played football and I stayed home and slept in. I also picked up the house and did some cleaning. By the time Chris made it home we got ready for dinner at 1pm, (now dinner at one is a bit early for me specially since I'm Mexican and we're used to eating at 7 or 8 ish.) But we got there at around noon to help set up and by lending extra hands.
FOOD WAS SO GOOD. I loved the Turkey and mashed potatoes, then for dessert I had some homemade apple pie. It was a perfect afternoon with my Rudd family. They were even nice enough to let my small family come- my dad and sister.(MOm was working :( )
We were there until about six or seven and then we went to my parents and had dinner number two.

Picking up my slack

Since I've been pregnant it has been a billion times harder to stay on top of everything that life brings me. It doesn't matter what task it is I feel like I can't do it or I just don't have the energy to do it. I may sound a bit dramatic but these are my true feelings. I feel like I can never be on top of laundry and dishes. I am trying so hard yet I feel like it's not hard enough. I am so blessed to have the family and husband that I do have. They have all been nothing but perfect to me. Specially Chris he's been helping me so much and stepping it up to the plate more than enough. I honestly don't know what I'd do without him. Although this pregnancy has been a little hard for me to get used to it has brought Chris and I together more than I ever thought possible. He truly is the answer to my prayers that I kept praying about over and over again. This pregnancy is also another answer to our prayers.
I didn't know if I could have kids- truth be told and it took us eight months to get pregnant. Although I know that's not a long time compared to other people it seemed long to me. I figured if we didn't get pregnant in a year we would go see a doctor in that field. I can't express to you how excited we are to be pregnant and everything has been good. A little before we got pregnant we had been praying and praying for our future family and Heavenly Father answered us in such a special way.
So therefore my little complaints are insignificant I must endure whatever comes my way and we must be stronger than ever. It's not easy but I know it'll be worth it.





Love,

Weekend this last.

No doubt about it we all love weekends. Specially me. I am working working school school study and then trying to see my wonderful husband is quite the rush. So on the weekends we get some amazing alone time and get to go on dates, take naps, and just relax for a couple minutes.
I think we can get all caught up in our lives and not get to see the beauty in the small and simple things. Although we still both had busy morning-afternoons, we had decided since early on that we would go on a date. :) We went to applebees and a enjoyed a much needed evening together. The only bad thing was we had to wait about a half hour and I was hungry, and we were sorrounded by the most annoying-high maintanence people I have ever been sorrounded by. It was quite the eventful night, very entertaining. We then went and saw some baby things at wal-mart and it was sooo cute!! I loved looking at all the cute baby things with Chris. It truly feels like a dream come true to be pregnant and look around for our future baby things. As of right now we havent bought many things but just a crib--- haha I know right?? But I can explain. We got it super cheap and couldnt pass this opportunity. We got it for a fifth of the price brand new! We are so happy and excited to get the nursery ready in the next coming months. I am already coming up with some very exciting and fun ideas.
Then after grocery shopping and such we came home to watch some TV and sleep!!! DId I mention I cant stay up past ten and I feel very sluggish all day. Its funny I never thought Id be this way but I guess something had to slow me down.

Sunday we went to church and it was uplifting. We made it early to church and you'd be proud. Lately we havent been too good on being prompt but we are going to make it our goal to be early to Sacrament every Sunday. We need to be the best we can be specially with this baby inside of me, we've got to be good examples and stay on our toes. May I add that our nursery class consisted of three amazing little ones. It was fun we played, we sang, we learned, we ate snacks, and we played dodgeball!! Ha ha . Perfect calling for Chris and I. During our nursery time we had these subs with us and they were lots of fun. Theyre a sweet cute couple and they shared some stories with us. They touched me and I wish I could help out others like them. I wont get into too much detail but they cant have babies & theyve been married for eight years.
And here I am almost married for a year and pregnant. LIfe is too good to be true sometimes. I know they'll be parents someday specially with heavenly fathers plan. I know that whatever happens I have heavenly father and an amazing family to support me. :) Life is good and although it's been a little hard for me I know I can do it and Ill get on my knees as much as I have to. I feel very blessed. I feel loved.

Life is too short to be upset or angry about. I will enjoy everything that comes my way and I will do the best I can to be a wonderful wife to Chris. He has been taking such good care of me. Our love has matured in so many ways with the past year and half that I've been with him.


I love him sooo much!

Monday birthdays Pt2

This past Monday was my husbands birthday and it went a little something like this.

I couldnt sleep. I had a pretty emotional weekend but I woke up ready to do something. I got on the computer and made my sexy husband and homemade card. It was lovely. YUP i copied him but I woud've done it anyways since we now have PHOTOSHOP on our comuputer I designed my own card. After that I made him an awesome breakfast and it was very YUMMY YUMMY. My husband was very grateful and he thanked me so much and I just kept telling him that he deserves it. I dont think there's anything better than spoiling my baby. I love surprising him left and right. It was too bad that we both had work and didnt get to spend it as much as I'd like. I had school school, work and then back to school. I got to sneak in a dinner with our friends Amy and Drew at Firehouse subs. I got off work a little early and got to sit and talk for about an hour but then back to school I went. I didn't get off until 9:30pm!!!! TOO LATE. When I got home Chris and I decided to run to store where we bought what he wanted. I told him to get anything he wanted but there he was trying to please me and asking me what I wanted. I told him- ITS YOUR BIRTHDAY SILLY! You get whatever you want. We got a vanilla cake with lemon topping, and ice cream of his choice. We got back home where I realized we bought no candles. FAIL. Oh well we still sang happy birthday and Chris said he had a really good day.
I wanted to give him the best day that I could've with the little time that I had. He was happy and I was happy, therefore we had a great day.
I cant wait for our birthday party we are having at our house. Its going to be fun. The theme is black&white with lots of yummy food. ! Can't wait. I am happy its almost the weekend.


Love,

IM in love and I dont care who knows it

Best nine months I've ever lived.
Thank you for making me feel beautiful and for being mine.
I love it when you come home after your ten hour shifts and you gave me a bigggg kiss!!!
You amaze me in ever way possible.
I am so excited to get a couples massage tomorrow and then a resort next weekend to celebrate our birthdays.
Life is so much more fun when you have someone to love and share it with.
And here's the good news we've made it further than most hollywood marraiges HA HA .

Te amo Christopher.
Love,
Perla Rudd

Going back...

In case you haven't heard.
Chris and I have decided that we are going back to school!!!

Since we don't have any kids or things in the way we decided that we need to prepare ourselves to have a back up plan. Plus we believe we're both very smart and we're determined to fnish something we should've done a while ago.
I am feeling very good about this decision and I know it'll benefit us in the long run.

We'll get to exercise our brains and challenge ourselves. After all we are feeling kind of stuck where we're at its time we expand our horizons. I am going to keep going after my dream and I want Chris to go after his. We are capable of accomplishing good things, specially if we have the Lord on our side.

Have a great day after all its almost the weekend !!!! WOO HOOO..


I have so much to look forward to this weekend. We are planning on doing tons of chores around the house and then Saturday afternoon we are getting a couples massage!!! My very first professional one I can't wait it'll be such a good fun time.

Ill let you know how it goes.





Love,

Reminded me of when we were dating

This week we had an amazing Tuesday. And no I'm not trying to blog about it to show off but Im doing it because I wanted to document it for me. It's been a while since we went out to dinner and drove around town all evening long. On this night we did so much and it reminded me of when I dated Chris last year (while we engaged). We would always go out to movies, out to eat, visit friends, go run errands together and be together 24/7. I'm not saying we don't do that now but being married bring more bills and more bills with a side of responsibility. We really enjoy our relaxing stay at home and watch a movie time. Honestly though I didn't realize how much I took living with my parents for granted. I had no real worries or big bills. Now that we have a house and some toys and each other to care for, it all adds up. I must admit though Chris and I make such a good team. We always help each other out and protect each other.

Back to my story... Sorry Im feeling a bit talkative today with lots of energy. We went to a friends baby shower, Chipotle & Cold Stone, visit another friend and her newborn baby, and then we finished the night with some good ol shopping.

This was all after Chris got off work! So as you can imagine we had tons to do with little time. We went to baby Sophies welcome baby shower, which was so cute! I loved that they used lime green with pastel pink, those are some of my favorite colors together. I went and dropped off the gift and of course said hi to everyone. Then, we went to dinner because we were starving!! Chipotle was delicious... YUMMM and there wasn't that many people. After that, my hubby and I shared cold stone cone although it took us about 15 minutes to finally decide on what we wanted. I must say I didnt feel as bad eating both these things because I worked out for two hours at my 24 fitness gym. I was sweating like I never have before. I did boot camp & Yoga so yesss I deserved some good food.
Then, we visited Gaby and her three day old baby girl. It was a blast we ended up visiting her for about an hour long. Since it was getting a little late and the baby was getting hungry we said our goodbyes and went shopping. :D you know I love me some shopping. Now get this we bought these things all for $30.00:
*Chris got a new T-shirt
*Two new ties- a hot purple striped one and a grey & black striped tie
*Tongs for cooking
*A frame stand.
So I would say we did spectacular. I didn't find anything for me but then again we only shopped for 15 minutes. If you don't want to spend too much money I would say take your husband/boyfriend with you. Men don't have any patience for shopping. It's funny.
Anyways so once we got home I fell asleep as soon as I laid down and Chris ended up watching a movie alone :/ I was suppose to watch it with him but I just crashed.
(Now this is the funny part)
After the movie Chris very carefully put me in a comfortable sleeping position because I was all kinds of everywhere on the bed and upside down.. HA HA and he didn't want to wake me up but I did. When I got up he was squeezing me telling me not to leave him.. I was like whatt????
I WILL NEVER LEAVE CHRIS. EVER.
But we had rented the movie "BONDS OF SILENCE" and let me warn you right now. This is based on a true story and it is a lifetime type of movie. So it is a bit depressing to watch. To make a long story short theres this family of four and the wife and husband were super happy and then he gets in a comfrontation with teenagers and he ends up passing away. WAY SAD but good movie.
I didn't know this story line until I watched it the following day so it did surprise me that he was saying that. Chris is such a soft caring husband, I couldnt have asked for a better life. I am glad we have the relationship we have. We know it's not going to be easy but we're going to give it all we got.

FHE this past Monday

I gave the lesson :) And I thought I planned it very well and it led to an amazing discussion that my husband and I had and spent hours talking about.

My lesson was titled "I am a child of God", I think I needed to remind our family that although it is just Chris and I for NOW... We must always remember who our spiritual family is. We sang the hymn "I am a child of God" without any instruments. We don't have a piano nor are we musically talented but we felt the spirit. It was amazing. I love being able to have so much fun with my husband when its just us two and we're just relaxing at home. We are so blessed and happy to have each other.

Then, I went on to talk about how importan it is for us to know how we are very different but yet we have my similarities to our Heavenly Father. It's amazing how the small and simple things go a long way. We are trying to do better at all those primary things the church teaches and we have felt them change and impact our lives. I am so much more happy and I can deal with the little things that get in the way so much better.

After our two hour discussion, which was amazing!!! We then went on to the computer togo and work on our vacation we've been trying to plan. We've been struggling with planning our California trip and as much as we want to it didnt work out. Everything was pointing no and we could'nt agree on anything. So then we decided to look at different resorts in Arizona and guess what???? WE FOUND ONE we both loved. We are going to Talking Sticks in Scottsdale and I'm so excited. :) We're going to get to relax and just pretend we're rich in a nice resort. I can't wait to just be with my baby and no one else to bother us. It'll be our second honeymoon, besides camping and such.

I think that this was a very successfull FHE. We learned, we talked, we booked and paid the resort, and last but not least we grew closer together.

I COULDNT HAVE ASKED FOR A BETTER HUSBAND. THANK YOU BABY



Love,

Weekend details

Friday- I was working all morning to finish editing these pictures that I had to turn into the couple that I photographed on their wedding day. I did their bridals, family temple pictures, more bridals, and their entire night of the wedding reception. It was lovely and I got many priceless photos that I'll be able to save for my future website someday. I am so happy with the finished product. I am going to post some of my favorite on my other blog. (perlamariapics.blogspot.com) I burned the cds and then put them in envelope. Next thing I know it is already 4 and I started getting ready for the gym. I went to TWO Zumbas, it was so much fun. I was pretty excited that my mom got to join me. My mom is seriously the COOLEST. I dont know many Moms that will go dancing with their daughter. She is so cute, we went to the house and she was showing the family her new dance moves. Ha ha She cracks me up. After eating some dinner I bought the family some Ice cream from Dairy Queen. It was fun!!! We had a good time with my mom, dad and sister. Being with all four of my family members is nice, I just wish my hubby was able to make it but he was working until 11pm. That pretty much sums up my day. It was a nice Friday and by the time my husband came home we both just watched TV for a little bit and then headed to bed.

Saturday- We woke up very early to go to help my parents with their yard sale at 5:30 am. WOW thats early considering Chris and I fell asleep around 1 or 2 AM. SO I was very sleepy. We were there helping them out and selling things and then I had to leave at nine and help out a friend with some work things and i didnt get done until 5. BUSY BUSY SATURDAY!!! Chris finished helping my mom and then he went off with he Rudd family. MY LOVE IS SOO FUNNY. When he was visiting my family and they decided to all get pedicures, with his sister & Mom. He is silly. I never thought I married someone who likes pedicures. ha ha I know have uglier toes than my husband. When I came home he told me about it and I was very shocked and a little sad because I havent gotten one in foreverrrrr so i was a bit jealous i was working while he was having a nice relaxing day. But after I expressed my jealousy Chris told me I would be happier after he gave me my birthday present. Then as we were getting ready he gives me this $30.00 gift certificate to a nail salon. WOW I felt like a jerk, after giving him a hard time for about half an hour he then hands me a gift card. WOOPS. But then I apologized and you know what Im only human. I make mistakes and I can be a bit bratty sometimes but I love Chris unconditionally even if he wants to get his pedicure. After we finished getting ready we went to my friend Ana's house to dinner. She made us some delicious lasagna and we had such a blast with our friends. We all got to catch up and socialize for a couple hours. We also played a fun game called something like URABN MYTH. It was so funny!!!!! We spent like three hours laughing our heads off. Then, by the time it was 10:15 we were getting so sleepy and decided it was best to go home. And that was all folks.

Sunday- was perfect. I love the Sabath day. It reminds me of what our purpose in life is and what truly makes us happy- church and family. That's all you need to be happy. We slept in a little bit and then got ready for church. We got to teach nursery with a very fun sub. Her name is Sister Griner, we loved her very much. She truly inspired me to be better. She prepared a very cute lesson to our kiddos and we had a very good class. We had a total of six kids yesterday. This is how we run nursery, or at least try to. For the first hour we straight up PLAY!!! It's so much fun we color, we build things, we play with cars, we play with babies, and we just run around and play with all the other kids. Then we all clean up, we have the children help us and they do a very good job. We usually pray before snacks, have a lesson, sing, and then we sometimes play with bubbles. Belive it or not two hours with 1 1/2 - 3 year olds flies!!! We have so much fun and we love our calling. We have been so blessed to have the calling that we have. I have learned so much more about Chris and I, and how we deal with children and all the different situations that come up. Yesterday I was told I will make a very good mother by Sister Griner and that just made my day. I hope she's right because I love children they light up my life. I am blessed to have all the people and friends in our life.
After we watched a very good movie :) very intense.

Love always

Getting better at this..

It feels so good to accomplish good things and to make time for really important things. Chris and I have been doing so much better at reading scriptures. We've read almost every day for the past week. I can see how it brings us together and how it really protects us against the adversary. Throughout the year and half that we've been together we do read scriptures from time to time. I would say sometimes a few times a week and sometimes we just fall asleep before we know it. There's one thing that we score a TEN out of a TEN at and that is praying. We have been so good at that. We pray at least twice a day if not more. That has helped us out so much with everyday trials and decisions that we have to make. It makes a huge difference and I promise that if you do this with your partner you will feel the love stronger and it will help you overcome anything. It's amazing we dont have to have any money or be popular to communicate with the Lord it's amazing. He loves us all and I know that as you bring him into your family and marriage, or simply your life he will be there guiding you and holding your hand when things get tough.
I know that the more we try to be better at attending church, listening and taking it in unto your own understanding, praying, reading scriptures, committing to your callings, doing what is right, paying your TITHING, and serving others; we will be happier and find a greater meaning of why we are on earth.
I know that we can't stop life from happening and giving us a hard time from time to time but when you build a strong foundation you will be able to overcome anything. Keep Satan far away from you as you can, and invite Heavenly Father into your life. It's the best thing you can do. I am so thankful that I married Chris in the Temple and that we are sealed for time and all eternity. What a beautiful blessing. It feels so good to know that if we do what is right, the promises Heavenly Father makes will all come true. I miss going to the Temple just within these two weeks that it has been closed. Next week I am going to try to go at least once if not twice. I am so excited.
I've missed the Temple so much you have no idea. Temple dates with your husband or your family are the best.

love this pic

See what I mean? She's so precious and I couldnt get enough of baby Sophie. Merik and Chris were playing, singing and just playing rough like boys usually do. While us girls were busy talking and relaxing. It was such a good Tuesday.
Enjoy the cute pictures. More to come stay tuned.
Chris is such a natural with kids. I've been noticing that more and more as I see him play and interact with children. There's no doubt in my mind that he will be the best father in the world someday.
Love you baby Chris. You amaze me.


LOve,

Yup its true!

I love my husband soo much that I think it is very important to let him know every day how much I appreciate him. If you love someone let them know every day.

Here is the message I sent him today. :) And I mean every word. Hes so amazing.



Thank you so much for being my rock, my love, my sweet tender loving man, I appreciate so much everything that you do. I am going to try so much better to make you a happy husband every minute of every day. I don't know what I would do without you. You are the reason Ive been able to accomplish so much in the last couple months thank you babe. I am so happy and thankful to be with you. I cant wait for our vacation next month. I know it'll happen and it will all work out. I fall in love with you a little more each and every day. Thank you for being the most hard working man that Ive ever seen. You do so much and I wish I could keep up with you so that I can give you what you give me and continue to give me. I love you Christopher,..



I'm in a good mood today! Its been a great day and only going to get better once I hit the gym for an hour. I'm so excited! I went on Tuesday to a really good class and it gave me a really good work out. I was able to attend a class called SET 24 and my legs are still soar from it. I love it when you work out so much that you wake up feeling like a truck hit you. :P

Have a great day! My weekend starts now.. Time to go party at baby Hailies birthday and then go to the gym.

I will see my hubby at 11! only four more hours till i get my kisss .. xoxoxoxo
haha

gratitude

love,