What we've been up to...

Happy Birthday to me!! I am officially the big 2-4. Tommy and I had a great date night on my birthday! Things have been so busy it was nice just to have a calm night out. The rest of the weekend was great too- thank you to family and friends for making it great!!

Ah, I couldn't resist posting this pic of Zoey from the Higley football game. Tommy was a little upset I had the mascot wearing a skirt (which is adorable by the way, thanks Brie!!), but I didn't think there was a problem having her be fierce and feminine! This is the 21st century ;)

School's Out for the Summer!!

(You have to sing the title to the alice cooper song tune)! This is just a little celebratory post that the intense 5 week summer school is OVER!! I somehow completed 2 classes and clinic with adults. Thanks Tommy Boy for putting up with my grump, stressed-out self! Now time to celebrate in Cali- YAY! Happy 4th everyone!

Memorial Day

Memorial Day + Colorado River = a weekend of fun!

Tommy and I headed up for a weekend of relaxation and fishing fun. Here are a couple of his catches:

Nice Catch!

I love the facial expression here. Definitely NOT a good catch!

He almost caught a 50 pounder!

I'm not much of a fisher, but I found ways to entertain myself- mainly by taking random pictures:

Teaching Zoey how to swim

And, teaching Zoey to take pictures!! She's pretty good :)

Things I LOVE!

A few things that are making me smile this week, in no particular order:

This past Saturday, Tommy and I turned our regular old fridge into a CHALKBOARD FRIDGE- and I love it! It took a little convincing to get Tommy on board for this project, but it was worth it. And, it was surprisingly easy to do! It’s perfect for leaving little love notes in the morning :) I'm not sure this picture quite does it justice- we got a little carried away, so it's a little cluttered!

Our GARDEN! It’s been a few months since we planted, and we are now starting to see the fruits (and vegetables) of our labors! The squash have taken off, and I have had fun trying out some zucchini recipes- bread, muffins, baked squash- you name it, I’ve tried it! Don’t be surprised if you get some goodies coming your way- the watermelon, peas, tomatoes, and chilis are starting to bloom now…

SUMMER- of course that makes me smile!! Yesterday I took my last final of the semester!!! Although I still have a lot of work ahead of me, I am taking this chance to be SO grateful that I’ve made it through the first year of grad school. It’s definitely been a rough road, but with the help of Tommy and my family I’m almost halfway to getting my degree. Thanks for keeping me on track and not letting me give up!!

Darius Rucker, aka HOOTIE: is anyone else so delighted that he transferred over to country?? This song you’re listening to now is my new favorite!

Here's a little adventure that happened today that made me laugh at myself- sometimes I can be so embarrasing! Today, I had to go in to the doctor and get a few immunizations so I can work at ASU's speech clinic this summer. Now, I know that I have a wimpy stomach, and tend to get sick if I get my blood drawn. Today, I just had to get a few shots though, should be no problem, I mean kindergarteners get that done, right?? Anyway, I happen to look while the nurse is poking me, and see a little drop of blood. No big deal, I hold it together until I get out of the office, and then by the time I'm out to the waiting room, I'm really sweaty, and not seeing quite right. I run back to the restroom, and...Yep, I threw up. Is that not pathetic? I thought I'd eventually grow out of that, but apparently not. I better toughen up before I have kids- I can't imagine getting blood drawn every few weeks- yikes!!

Holy Moly!

Holy Moly! It's already been (over) a year! Tommy and I celebrated our 1st anniversary last Saturday, April 18th. It is so hard to believe we have already made it through one year of marriage- it seems like just yesterday we got engaged! This year has been full of so many exciting events, and I am so lucky to have such a hard-working, loving, fun, supportive and patient husband. I love you baby! Here's to many years to come!

So, a great way to start out an anniversary is with a 4.2 mile run, right? I thought so too! Brie and I decided to do Pat's Run, and it was really cool! There was one point when you are running slightly uphill on a bridge over Tempe Town Lake, and you can see THOUSANDS of runners filling the road ahead of you- it was all I could do to keep my sappy self from crying! The run organizers pay this company to take your picture as you cross the finish line on ASU's football field, but I think they should get their money back- the picture is definitely NOT of me! Haha, I guess you'll have to take my word for it that I actually crossed the finish!

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter! Hope everyone has an excellent holiday.

Time For A . . . . .

We were planning on waiting until

I was done with school

but

some things just can't wait.

Yes,

you guessed it, there is a

bun in the oven!

JK- APRIL FOOLS! No baby for a while :)