So yesterday my cousin Matt, living in Australia, got engaged, and today he got married (!) to his Brazilian girlfriend Thaisa, without telling even his family. WHAT ( Read more... )

Today will be a steady balancing act of benadryl and coffee to counteract the effects of five hours last night at our friends' place where there is a kitten. I may never understand the allure of cats ( Read more... )

Last night Casey and I were crafting at the kitchen table. :-)
Some things never change.

We had a lot of fun though. Our Star Wars costumes aren't going to be the best or anything, but we've definitely had fun together collecting bits of them and putting it all together. Can't wait til the wedding!!!!

Looking forward to a few days back at home. The beginning weeks of this semester are already stressing me out, so I think getting away and remembering how much more there is to life - good friends, family, jack russell terriers, hiking in the mountains - will be great. I'm really glad Casey's coming with me for the weekend; I hope he has a nice ( Read more... )

AAAAaaahhh omg Mark Doom's getting married!!!!!
What exciting friend-news!!

Another day, another way to wear my new orange wedges. And another afternoon spent in my office reviewing and learning French. I've been really throwing myself into creating lists and charts and review sheets to master the lessons we've covered recently. I think after taking so many language classes I'm really figuring how I learn best, what ( Read more... )

So Tuesday I had lunch with Carol, and yesterday, Thursday, my Mom was unexpectedly stranded at the St. Louis airport on her way back to CO from France. Huzzah for impromptu mom & daughter time! Her flight was cancelled so I had to pick her up to spend the night with me. Good chatting and visiting before sending her on her way this morning. ( Read more... )

Back from the weekend away in Bettendorf! I'm currently editing the few photos I took during that very relaxing weekend we spent swimming in pools, eating way too much, hanging out with the Bolands, reuniting with friends, and celebrating our one year anniversary! We drove back yesterday afternoon only to celebrate the 4th of July downtown at ( Read more... )

Back from Mexico! I'm still exhausted... But the trip was great. It was nice to break up the routine and spend some time in a tropical paradise with Casey and his family. The wedding was lovely, and our own excursions were a blast. It was perfect weather too - only rained the very last day, as we were getting ready to leave ( Read more... )

It's Wednesday already? This week is flying by. French is going well though, so that's good. Tonight I'm going to bake cookies to send in a father's day care package for my dad. I hope they turn out yummy! What are y'all getting your fathers for Fathers Day? I am at a loss for what to send him besides cookies. Suggestions appreciated ( Read more... )