Up

Last night Craig and I went to see the new movie "Up." We are fans of pixar movies, always cute. We go to a cheap theater and only pay $8 for 2 of us. I think Craig really liked the movie, but I can't give it a full review. Unfortunately, it didn't pass the "Jessica test." I can never stay awake for the full length of a move unless it is REALLY good. So I do know that the first half of the movie was very cute, but I didn't get to see the end!

Master Bath Shower

This master bath shower project started so long ago that I don't know where the true "before" pictures are. The shower was originally a fiberglass shower insert. We thought it would be a great idea to put tile in the shower and picked out some beautiful tile. Then life got in the way (mainly school) and the project has been on hold for quite a while.

Craig finished installing the tile earlier this spring

The drywall was finished in the entire bathroom

Our contractor was very quick at grouting everything

We bought shower doors...not the ones that we thought we bought, but we installed them anyway. The doors that we thought we bought were advertised as very easy to install with compression fittings - no tools, no cutting, no drilling. However, as soon as I started reading the directions, I realized that we would need to cut the top and bottom track and drill into the tile on the sides. We made another trip to Terre Haute and two store later to realize that they don't carry the easy install shower doors in-stock. However, they could order them and arrive in 26 days! We were nervous about it, but the doors installed pretty easily.

Thinking...maybe a little too hard

It was easier to read the directions when I was comfortable

The shower has officially been used for the first time! I really thought we would never get it done. I am glad it is finished in time for us to use a little before we move.

In the end, I am very impressed with Craig and the project.

Laundry Area

Before: The laundry area was a messy storage area.

Probably hard to tell in this picture, but the laundry area is now a nice shade of light yellow.

To hide the mess and hopefully a better storage option, Craig installed cabinets.

Ta-da!

New floors

Before: Preparing the floor for the laminate wood floor

After: Progress!

We thought the floor couldn't go without our personal touch...

We have a lot of memories in this house. This is where we started our marriage. A lot has changed over the past 4 1/2 years. We picked this house because it would accomodate Craig's landscape business. Now after 3 years of education later, we feel our lives are moving in a totally new direction. We know that God is in control and directing our path. We are grateful for Craig's job and we just found out that I also got the position that I interviewed for. We are once again working hard on the house to get it on the market so we can focus on finding new housing and starting new in the Bloomington area.

I am very blessed to have Craig in my life!

Congratulations Craig!

The Graduate!!! with his favorite Italian Creme cake made by his favorite coffee shop!
The graduate with his favorite mother-in-law!

Katie and Craig

They had many classes and projects together. Katie is a member of the ISU track team and was always a hard worker in their projects together.

Eric, Craig, and Sarah

They were nice enough to come and endure the 2 1/2 hour ceremony!

Aunt Trudy, Craig, and Uncle Chuck

They were so sweet to come from Colorado for the weekend!

Craig and his favorite sister Cori!

Carol, cheesy Craig, and Dave

Craig with his favorite wife

Getting ready to turn their tassles to the other side!

Craig and Blake - Good friends

Jarod, Craig, and Blake at the College of Business reception

Keep praying

Update Saturday May 9th:

Body of missing ISUstudent found
VINCENNES, Ind. (WTHI) - Police confirmed they have found the body of Gerald Smith in the Wabash River near Vincennes.

“On behalf of Indiana State University, Cheri and I offer our deepest sympathies to Robin, Billy and all of Gerald’s family and friends,” university president Daniel J. Bradley said. “We are proud of the way the university came together during the past week to search for Gerald.”

Smith was set to graduate from Indiana State University on Saturday. University officials said they will honor Smith during the ceremony with a moment of silence.

This wasn't the news we were praying for, but at least we know where Gerald is...Please keep praying for his family and friends. We have a big day ahead of us with graduation.


Wednesday May 6th:
There is little new news in the case of Craig's missing friend. It has been a rough week. Please keep praying.

Mini 09

Before 6:30 am

(L to R) Linda (Eric's mom), Jess, Sarah, Christiann and Alex (friends of Sarah and Eric)
(Not pictured: Eric...in the Starbuck's restroom)

6:45 am: Walking to the starting corrals as the sun was coming up

After 2:30-ish: After 13.1 miles, long walk back to the car, and lunch at a great pizza place...ready for a nap!

Please PRAY

One of Craig's classmates has been missing since late Thursday night.

http://www.indstate.edu/geraldsmith/

Craig and other volunteers will be participating in another search this afternoon. We don't know what else to do besides ask for prayers.