28....Happy Birthday to me...

Mike planned a surprise birthday lunch which really did catch me by surprise. Just a few friends and family. And they all came with such thoughtful gifts. These elbow pads were compliments of Stacey, and are to cushion my elbows while working so my joints don't ache. Apparently she listens to more of my ranting than I realized. So thoughtful! Not to mention the sand box birthday cake that Tracy and Everett made for me. Thankfully there was real birthday cake, which by the way was my favorite. Thanks Mike!

Every year we try to make it to our mission president's farm for a hay ride and some treats. We went with mission friends and Naomi and Jeff. After the hay ride we went to Jenn and Dave's for a delicious dinner and some games. Aside from getting pulled over in Provo it was a great night. I look forward to next year!

Blue Darts Never Get Old!

Over Labor Day weekend we headed up the canyon for a night of camping with the Boliingers. We got to off road up to the camp site(courtesy of Mike)...and got there just in the nick of time as Leesa and the kids were just seconds away from getting terrorized by a black bear...or what others might call a deer.

We spent the night getting kicked by kids but it was a lot of fun. It rained all night so we woke up early and broke camp. We headed home and had a delicous breakfast..and a much needed nap.

A few weeks ago my brother and a few of his friends took a road trip from New Hampshire Northern Canada. On their way back they surprised us with a visit. It was great to see him, even if it was for only a few hours.

While they were here we BBQed and played a mean game of Blokus and "beans." I don't think he realized how happy he made me by stopping by. I hope he takes another road trip soon.

Park City Resort

Our work party was at the Park City Resort this year. Mike, Leesa, and kids came with which made it that much more enjoyable! Tracy loved the "speed racer" so we went on the Alpine Coaser a zillion times.

The kids got their faces painted. Tracy was the black spider man and Everett a panda. The cutest panda I've ever seen.

Aside from the alpine coaster we did the alpine slides and the kids did the carousel and the airplanes ride.

Three Years!

It's hard to believe that three years has already passed, yet at the same time it seems like so much more than that. Mike and I were happy to get to spend the evening together without the normal work/school agenda. He surprised me with flowers(we weren't doing presents since we went to Mexico in June) and then we went out to dinner. Since I couldn't think of anything better to eat then steak(I am my father's daughter) we went to the Outback for dinner. It was delicious! After dinner we made a pit stop at Cold Stone(another personal favorite) and then spent the evening watching old episodes of Friends. It was so nice to spend the night at home relaxing together. August 6, 2008

Breaking Dawn Release Party!

It's finally here!! It's amazing what one will do to get a copy of a good book. Friday night Liz, Leesa, Rachel, and I headed to the local release party for Stephenie Myers new book. The party itself was entertaining to say the least. Lots of prom dresses and the occasional guy dressed up as Edward. I was amazed at how many people showed up for their chance to get a head start.

We got our copies just after midnight and ran home to start reading. I was up til 4:30 AM Friday night and then picked it up again on Sat night to finish at 4 AM. The weekend resulted in a loss of sleep but it was so worth it. I loved the book and can't wait to read it again!