SKY DIVING!

I know I'm kind of on a roll posting so many videos, I'm just thrilled we were able to download them on to our computer! Unfortunately for us, this is the last one!

This was on our third date three years ago. Before I left for Africa, Nate and I were casually talking and I told him one of the things on my "to do list," was to go sky diving. The week I returned from Africa, Nate surprised me by letting me know he made reservations for us to go sky diving. I was ecstatic! Especially because this would be our first REAL date. Our first 2 dates were more like group hangouts, considering his roommates were there.

This is our sky diving video. I realize I look overly dramatic when I was about to jump out of the plane, so you will have to ignore that part. I will admit, I wasn't nervous at all until we were about to jump. At that point, I questioned how crazy a person has to be to have the sense to jump out of a perfectly good plane! Nate on the other hand was nervous for a different reason. He wondered what he would say to my parents if something happened to me! It was without a doubt, one of the best things we've ever done!...Try not to miss Nate's landing!

Dec. 29, 2006

Nate and I had our two year anniversary a month ago and I never made a post about it. I was waiting because I wanted to do something fun for the post and have tried off and on to upload these videos. With the help of Nate, tonight we figured it out!

The first video is of Nate's proposal which we were lucky enough to have on camera. It's hard to tell exactly what's going on in this video so I'll try and explain...I threw him his birthday party with about twenty of our friends. He took the opportunity to propose when I least expected it. He had Lindsay in charge of the lights, Brent in charge of the music, and Glade in charge of the video. Other than that, no one else really knew about it! You'll notice he stops before blowing out the candles because for one, I tell him to make a wish, and two, everyone is chanting for us to kiss. Enough explaining, you can watch the rest!

The reason I dragged him across the floor was because I thought he was teasing me. Those of you who know Nate will understand why I might think that! If you can't tell, I was completely surprised/excited!

December 29, 2006. Hopefully you can make it past all the kissing!

Happy Birthday Momma Rooks!

Today is my mother's birthday. I can not express how much I love this woman! Besides being an extremely gorgeous mom, she's also an AMAZING lady! If I could describe my mom in one word it would be "classy." I'll never forget what Nate said in his speech at our wedding luncheon. He made a point to thank my mom for being the woman she is and for the principles she has taught her children. He particularly thanked her for the modesty she exudes and for the quiet dignity she exemplifies. I can honestly say that many of the greatest things I have learned thus far, have come from her. I have big shoes to fill and hope that I can follow in her footsteps.


One of the things I love about her is how much she LOVES BYU football. It's funny to watch how into the games she gets!

She is going to physically beat me for posting this picture! This was taken after a football game.

Single Ladies

For those of you who have seen Beyonce's music video "All The Single Ladies," you will appreciate this. I actually love the original music video. If you haven't seen the original version yet, watch it on YouTube so you can fully appreciate this! Nate and I just finished watching this! Sorry Cami and JR for my loud laughter, this time I was not upstairs laughing at AFV! Enjoy!

Sugar Coated Pecans

I got this recipe from my sister in-law Jess. She actually has it posted on her blog right now but I thought I would also post it for those who don't know her and check her blog. These pecans are SO good! They taste similar to the holiday nuts they sell around Christmas time! I made a batch today to put on our salads along with strawberries, mandarin oranges, green onions, and blue cheese; also with my mother in-laws homemade poppyseed dressing! They are also yummy just as a snack! Try this recipe, it's easy and good!

INGREDIENTS
1 pound pecan halves

1 egg white
1 tablespoon water

1 cup white sugar (I tried using 1/4 cup brown sugar and 3/4 cups white sugar and liked it)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

DIRECTIONS

In a mixing bowl, whip together the egg white and water until frothy. In a separate bowl, mix together sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
Add pecans to egg whites, stir to coat the nuts evenly. Remove the nuts, and toss them in the sugar mixture until coated. Spread the nuts out on a foil lined baking sheet (for easy clean up).

Bake at 250 degrees for 1 hour. Stir every 15 minutes.

Snowmobiling on New Years

Last few days in Washington:

Jacobs birthday party




I had to post this picture because I think his outfit is hilarious. Since it rarely snows it Seattle, they don't own a snow shovel.

Happy Holidays!

Our Christmas here in Washington was amazing! We have had so much fun with our family since arriving last Monday.

I never knew this but it rarely snows in the part of Washington Nate's family is from. Every year it snows a few times but normally doesn't stick. If you haven't been watching the news, the Seattle area was hit hard this year! There hasn't been a storm like this in over ten years. Before we got here, our family was actually snowed in. This picture is our attempt to drive to a mall on Christmas Eve. We were stopped in traffic for over an hour so we ended up turning around.



Christmas Eve




Nate and I set out cookies and milk and a note for Santa with our nephew Nick

Kaylee and I playing with her princess set we gave her for X-mas

Second guitar for our guitar hero Jason and Amanda got us for Christmas.

Shoeless Nate

This past weekend the whole family stayed a couple days in Leavenworth, a Bavarian Village. It was my first time there and I loved it. It was such a quaint little place.

They are the best!




We are still in Washington until Wednesday. We'll post the rest of the pictures then!

Christmas With The Rooks

Since we are going to Washington for Christmas this year, we spent this past weekend celebrating Christmas with my family. It was fun being able to spend an early Christmas with them, and are equally excited to be in Washington for the actual thing.

We went out on a limb this year and surprised my mom with this cute little puggle dog. Let me just say that I'm not the biggest animal lover. (I know, I'm a jerk.) However, I absolutely love this little dog, especially since he will always be little.



If you can't tell, my dad is not as excited about the dog, but being the good husband he is, he went along with it.



We love all of you and hope you have a great Christmas! We'll be back on New Years Eve and will post then!

Brent and Jen's Wedding

Yes it is true, Brent Skipper has officially tied the knot. This past Friday he married Jen who we absolutely love! The wedding, luncheon, and reception were all well put together. Congratulations Brent and Jen!

Thanksgiving

This year we spent Thanksgiving weekend at my parents condo in Salt Lake. I'm seriously the worst at taking pictures. My pictures are always so random because I hardly ever think of taking them. When I do think of it, it's usually during something boring like sitting on the couch!

The boys played in a turkey bowl with our friend Robbie and some of his family and friends.




For those who love pizza, we went to the best pizza joint in downtown Salt Lake. It's called Settebello Pizzeria. I highly recommend it! To prove my point, I took a picture.

All of us with our cousin Jayde from California. She's a hoot!

The Big Two Three for Lynlee

Yesterday was my beautiful wife Lynlee's 23rd birthday. Since it fell on a Sunday this year we decided to celebrate early and make it a weekend long celebration. The highlight for her (besides being with me at every moment or course) was watching Twilight not 1 but 2 times! I will admit that she's not overly obsessed with Twilight but she did enjoy it enough to watch it a second time. We also visited the Body World exhibit in Salt Lake, ate some sushi, watched the BYU/Utah game (ouch), grabbed a bite to eat at Little America, and spent time with her great family, as well as Cami and JR.


Those of you who know Lynlee will agree that her best quality is her ability to love people. She shows a genuine interest in others and holds no guile in her heart. Lynlee, in a single word, is innocent. She carries a tender heart and has a loveable, child-like nature about her in all that she does. She's a strong example of one who simply refuses to see the flaws in others. I couldn't ask for a better companion and friend. And to show that I'm not just a biased husband I've included a few comments from my sister Jen and my mom.


"Happy Birthday to my amazing sister-in-law Lynlee!
I have been blessed in my life with the most wonderful in-laws on both sides of my family. My sister-in-law, Lynlee, is no exception. From the moment I met her, I recognized something extra special about her. Shortly after she and my brother started dating, I told my brother Nate, not to let this one get away. Not only is she gorgeous on the outside, but there is an equally beautiful spirit on the inside. Lynlee is one of the most down-to-earth people I've ever met. She could be dressed from head to toe in designer duds (because she does have quite the eye for fashion), while carrying a crying niece or nephew in one arm, and throwing a football with the other arm. I love her sense of humor, her positive, out-going personality and her love of the gospel. She LOVES BYU football, which makes her a perfect fit in our Cougar loving family. More importantly, I know she makes my brother completely happy and treats him so well. You are a fantastic aunt and you will be a wonderful mother some day Lynlee. We love you and are so glad you are a part of our crazy crew! We hope your day is extra special. Wish we could be with you to celebrate. Love, Jen Carver"



And my mom wrote this in her birthday card for Lynlee, "As your birthday is approaching, we have paused to reflect on the great blessing you are in our family. We want you to know how much we love you and what a wonderful and thoughtful daughter you are. Nathan has always been a very special son, and we hoped and prayed that he would find someone-- a wonderful young woman who had been preparing herself for him as much as he had been preparing himself for someone just like you. We love you in every way-- especially your soft and gentle approach to life, your innate ability to nuture, and your sensitivity to others. Happy birthday and we love you, Mom and Dad Price "


Lyn and her bread maker. She loves this thing.


HAPPY BIRTHDAY LYNLEE! I LOVE YOU

BYU Co-Ed Volleyball

Nate and I are on our ward intramural co-ed volleyball team, along with Nate's sister Cami, and some of our other friends in our ward. We play once or twice a week. I haven't played volleyball since I was in 5th grade so I was a little rusty. Nate on the other hand is quite good.


Team huddle

Nice bum where ya from?

Clearly the ball is over my head. I have no idea what I am doing!

Cami was the one taking these pictures so next time we'll get some of her!