Friday, November 21, 2008

He Shouldn't Be Eating So Much Pizza....

As humans, we have our parents to thank for most of our crazy ways. They pass off their characteristics and traits onto us, their innocent offspring. Though some traits are mimicked and perfected over time, others are passed on via genetics.

One such genetic quality that I would like to focus on is that of...dreams. Not dreams as in being a Sportscenter anchor or playing in the NBA but unconscious movies that we make up in our minds while we lay around.

My father has had some pretty crazy dreams, most of which make you shake your head and think..."what the?" Remember the infamous "black bull" incident? Case closed. My brother Jerry was a legendary dreamer. He had dreams about some of the most random events but what made his dreams special were the length and detail in which he dreamt. On more occasions that I can remember, Jerry would sit and describe his dreams to me and literally go on for 30 minutes or more at a time. I often encouraged him to write down his dreams so everyone could enjoy the organized craziness.


I, a descendant of Jerry Lee Sanchez Sr.,(above) also have the ability to dream up some funny stuff. Here's another dream that's short and sweet. Cheers!

I was working as a Little Caesars Pizza Man. I started receiving threatening text messages, from a number I did not know. The messages told me that I must deliver free pizzas to random addresses or physical harm would fall upon me. They were sent to me sporadically and went on for about a month. I began to get tired of the blackmail and refused to take the pizzas to anybody or any place. The texts kept pouring in, but I did not care.

Then! Amanda and I got home one night, to a luxurious house. A house that I couldn't believe I could afford on my pizza wages. In the middle of the living room sat an empty pizza box with a message inside...it read..."you don't want to do it like this. we need pizza." Amanda started to get angry and upset. She yelled..."just give them the pizza!" and stormed off. I was torn. I didn't want to live like this but somehow this random pizzaburgler knew where we lived, so I had to go through with it.

The next day...I was walking through a crowded city square when I received a text. It said.."75 pizzas." I yelled aloud, "75?!!" Just then...I thought I knew the phone number of the assailant. I walked up to a stranger and said..."Isn't this LeBron's number??!!" He looked at me and said, "yup." I couldn't believe it. LeBron James, the best basketball player in the world was blackmailing me for pizza!

Just then I shouted, "He shouldn't be eating so much pizza!" I began to get worried about his physical health and decided to start cooking him healthy meals instead of the greasy/amazing pizzas. I wasn't going to tell LeBron about my idea and just went out and bought a car-full of chicken and rice. I took the food to my mother's house for preparation. It was a disaster because I had never attempted to cook 75 chickens at once. My mom was freaked out and at one point was covered in rice. I apologized to her and got the meal ready. As I was driving to deliver the food.....I WOKE UP!

As I stumbled out of bed, I had this very un-easy feeling until I realized it was all a dream. I then felt relieved and happy. I quickly told Amanda the story and the entire time she was shaking her head with a look on her face that can only be defined as, "what the?"

I'm a crazy dreamer. Thanks dad! Here's the explanation...I was cooking chicken last night at about 9. I was also watching basketball as I fell asleep. and, I'm always thinking about pizza. There ya have it. :)


Friday, November 14, 2008

"That guy from Princess Bride was so big..."


It has been 6 whole months, to the day, since Amanda and I were married. Married life is great and I wouldn't trade it for anything! A lot has happened since May 14 nd we've learned a lot about each other. In honor of our half-year mark, I give you some insights on some things I've learned...

Top 10 things I've learned since being married...

10. I should learn to squeeze the toothpaste from the bottom.
9. When I get in trouble...all I need to do is touch my shoulder to my smile.
8. My jokes are not seen as jokes.
7. The TV in the bedroom is for looks. Not watching.
6. Not everyone shares the same love of 80's movies that I do. (sad)
5. Eating all the food is frowned upon. :(
4. Using the kitchen sink to get ready for church on Sunday is not that bad.
3. Ice Cream and Hugs can cure anything.
2. When Amanda is venting, it's ok not to speak up.
1. Sports isn't the ONLY thing on TV.

Top 10 things I love about being married...

10. Inside Jokes
9. No longer flying solo while performing a prank.
8. Having someone that will watch me dance. (I dance randomly when I'm happy.)
7. The opportunity to teach the world of sports each and every night.
6. Always having someone to laugh at my lame jokes.
5. Sleepover every night!
4. Vegging out, pigging out, laughing til it hurts then sleeping in can be a date.
3. Making and sharing the same memories.
2. Knowing that all we really need is each other.
1. L.O.V.E.

Ouch my side! Ok...now that we're all done laughing. I reiterate that the married life is good. I highly recommend it...it's so choice. (anybody know that quote?) but yeah...the first 6 months is in the books and has taught me a lot. Can't wait to see what happens next!

Monday, November 3, 2008

Celebrate Good Times...

This past Thursday, October 30, gave us a lot to celebrate.

First of all, we welcomed in the newest member of our family.


Brooklyn Kate Sanchez was born Thursday afternoon at a solid 6 lbs 8 oz and 19 1/2 inches long! She is the first girl to be born a Sanchez and has already upped the family's beauty factor. Brooklyn is the daughter of my brother and sister-in-law Jeff & Kristin. Good Work you two!

Manda and I love taking pictures with cute kids that are not our own. :) Here's the proof!
Mr. Goo

Samantha

Finn

Ashy (Sorry Stef) :)

Hayden...and my pretty green tie


The other great event that went down on Thursday was Amanda getting extended at her internship. Manda Bear is working for an Advertising Agency & Public Relations Firm, Richter7. The company is the industry leader in the state and is giving her amazing experience. Positions for this internship are ultra-competitive and very hard to come by. Positions for college students only last a few months and then they get passed on...BUT! Richter7 likes my amazing wife so much that they asked her to keep coming back. That's a great accomplishment and her hard work and dedication is paying off. She is one motivated chica and I know she won't quit til she's at the top! To celebrate...Amanda wanted to go to our favorite Italian Restaurant. The place where you go when you want to feel like family. The One, The Only...Olive Garden!

Here is a lovely snapshot of Amanda showing her approval


Til next time...