We are moving to Washington D.C.

For the summer that is! Nic has been offered an internship with the U.S. Department of Justice. He will specifically be working for Interpol. I am so proud of him for getting this internship. It is so perfect for his interests, I really think he will love it. I am really excited for the opportunity as well. I am already planning out so many fun things that Sam and I will do during the day! 

Right now we are trying to finalize all of the details. We are looking night and day for a good apartment in a good area. That has been SO stressful for me, but I am hoping one of these places we are looking at will work out. If anyone knows of someone renting out a furnished apartment in the area, please let us know!

We would love company for the summer as well, so if you are planning a vacation keep D.C. in mind!!

2 more pics for you!

Samantha's Easter Dress

I had SO much fun picking out her Easter dress, that will be something I look forward to every year I think!

HAPPY EASTER!

We had such an awesome weekend! Friday night Nic and I went on a real date, dinner and a movie. Sam had a blast spending some time with her grandparents, and although I cried when we dropped her off I had a great time being alone with Nic.

Saturday was the start of the LDS General Conference which I always look forward to. Saturday night we had our traditional girls night with my mom, sisters, and the nieces. We went to Gardner Village, had a great meal and had a fun time shopping.

Sunday was Sam's first Easter. This is the first year the Easter Bunny has come to our house. The Easter Bunny really loved putting together the baskets and picking out some fun Easter books and stuffed animals for Sam. The rest of General Conference was so enjoyable and I loved the councel that we received. I hope you all had a great Easter weekend!

Elder Mills Is Home!!!!

Samantha finally got to meet her Uncle Daniel! We are so excited to have him home from Sierra Leone. We are so proud of his hard work, dedication, and service to the African people. We love you Daniel!

9 months old, I can't believe it!

I can't believe our little cutie is 9 months old. I thought I would give some updates of what she is doing. We had her check up yesterday and here are her stats:

18lbs 8 oz (44%)

28 3/4 inches (87%)

New Things She Is Doing: 

SAM TOOK HER FIRST STEPS THIS WEEK!!!

Starting to repeat/copy mum mum/mommy

Claps her hands

Waves (sometimes) 

Loves eating vegetables

Loves dogs and animals

Loves being around people

Summer Vacations

Nic and I set aside some of our tax return for a simple summer vacation. We are trying to decide where to go, so I thought I would ask you for your ideas and suggestions. We want to go somewhere that is close enough to drive to, somewhere that would provide opportunities to walk/hike and be outside, and obviously it has to be pretty cheap. Yellowstone seems like a perfect fit...but we have been there twice before and we are looking to try somewhere new. Our biggest concern is Sam, so we want to plan a lot of outside time. Have you been on vacation with a baby (she will be 1 when we go)? Have you been on any fun, cheap vacations? If so, I would love to hear your thoughts!!! Thanks.