Summatime

Okay, I know I'm not the only one that feels a little jipped this year on summer play time. Boating season was way too short due to a long rainy season. But that is okay, it was still a lot of fun, and I'm excited for the fall colors. Mitch is in his third week of law school and I'm glad to say that I think he has found his little "niche". I'm just working and taking advantage of any time with family and friends. I still don't know if I'm actually going to go through with the Master's program or just stay working. But for now, we are happy in this little life of ours.

2 years and counting

Two years ago was the best day of my life up to that point. Every day since then has consequently been the best day of my life, thanks to Mitch. Happy Anniversary babe--I love you.

Tomorrow. . . .

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Guess what tomorrow is . . .

July

Besides the warmth of the sunshine, Summer is a favorite because there always seems to be a family party. July was a great month this year for family parties.


Raspberry shakes and four-wheeling at Bear Lake with cousins is always one of my favorites.

Fun nights out and delicious dinners with siblings.

Tyson and Keera had their baby girl--welcome Ivie!!

Fun activities with friends--we are going to miss the Jacks come school time. :(

Okay--boating has probably been my favorite thing we have done so far this summer. There is nothing like smooth water to water ski on; or play on the tubes with my cute nieces and nephews.

Naturally, any month that includes Harry Potter is one of the best!

And birthday outings to get dessert is always wonderful.

July--you have been great.
I've got mixed feelings about August. It includes my birthday and some fun family parties . . . but school also starts--ending summer.

25

This handsome man turned 25 this weekend. We had a wonderful time that included crepes for breakfast, Thor in 3D, P.F. Chang's, Spark with Tyson and Keera, Apple Pie Apple from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, and Market Street Grill with Mom, Dad, Kate and Kyle.

Happy Birthday Mitch! I'm so glad I got to spend it with you.

Babies, Birthdays, Rocks, and Such

I've been totally lazy about blogging lately. I apologize. And I still haven't started studying for the GRE. I really should get on that. But I have had a wonderful summer break thus far.

Recently Mandy and I threw a baby shower for the beautiful Rachael. It was small and intimate--such a blast with close friends. It was so fun to see Tia fresh off her mission as well. We love having her home!

I've also been trying to get in loads of baby time with Oliver and Elliott. I especially need a lot of Elliott before Adrienne and Nathan abandon us for 3 years.
We have also been enjoying birthday parties. First was Mitch's sister Lauren. She got to share her birthday with Memorial day which meant we could go to Vernal to celebrate it with her.
Then it was my father's birthday. He is the big 60 this year. We surprised him with a children and spouse dinner party at Thanksgiving point. It was absolutely perfect and I think he loved it.
I love my dad so much it makes me cry just thinking about him.
Also Nathan and Adrienne blessed baby Elliott last Sunday.
And yesterday, since Mitch was gone camping, Ali went to a wedding with me and slept over and got out of bed with me to go cheer on Christa during the end of her MARATHON! So proud of you Christa!!!!
Then last night my sister Megan graciously took us rock climbing up AF Canyon. It was a blast.

Here is Karren

Me

Dillon

Mitch

And the pro--Megan.

Thanks so much Megan!!!! We had so much fun.

I love my sisters!

Settling Down

Graduation is over, Florida has past, we're staying put for three years, and we don't have anything big planned for the future (besides law school) yet. I'm in a completely different position this summer than I was last summer when I was anxiously awaiting an internship in BELGIUM. Even just three months ago I had weeknights of no homework to look forward to as I barely pushed through till finals. But now the no homework nights are here, and as much as I love them, I'm ready for something new to anticipate.

Baby hungry? Yes. But it is not quite time for us.
How about a trip to Thailand or New Zealand? Absolutely. But I've got to work hard and save to put Mitch through school.
Start a Master's degree in a year? Hopefully yes. I guess I can look forward to studying for the GRE . . . maybe I am not ready to give up my evenings again quite yet.