Follow Me, I Know a Shortcut - A Running Story

I enjoy running. No really, I do!  I also love my friends, so it should come as no surprise that I love running with my friends.  After running with my friends I am cleansed.  I feel supported, heard and understood.  I guess I should also mention that I feel great because I've just exercised, too.

This morning we tried a new running route.  Sha boldly declared, "I know where we're going and there is a road that will connect us back with the main road if we go this way."  Like good little sheep, Anna and I followed her.

To make a long story short, we ended up trudging through a thicket of trees and spent a half mile running on abandoned train tracks.

It was a great time!  We definitely didn't end up where we thought we would, but I enjoyed every minute!

NFR Weekend

This past weekend, Nathan and I and some friends drove to Las Vegas for the NFR and Cowboy Christmas.  We had a great weekend.

We opted not to attend the rodeo the first night and instead went bowling at South Point and then watched the rodeo on the big screens.  We also ate at the cafe where I had yummy Pad Thai.

I beat Nathan on our second game, finally!

The second night, after a day of shopping, we were off to the rodeo.

Snapped a quick picture with Debbie.... too bad it's a little blury.

 And one with my HOT COWBOY!

 Actually snapped a picture of the arena this year!

Managed to get a picture of Kent's face....

Another picture with my cowboy after the rodeo was over.

Game face Harris and his beautiful wife Debbie.

The next day, we got up bright and early and headed to the Las Vegas Temple.

So grateful!

 Our temple group.

Then off to do a little more shopping before heading back home.  Sha and I snagged this lovely shot at Cowboy Christmas!

What a great weekend with some awesome people!

Maple Grove Campground - a photo summary

A couple of weeks ago we went camping at Maple Grove Campground with some friends from our neighborhood.  It is a beautiful area.  Huge red rock cliffs, lots of shade and tons of little streams and brooks running all over the place.

When we first arrived, we fished a little.

The kids played on a rope swing someone had made.

 

 We went on a few hikes and walks.

Doesn't that just look like the perfect little stream?

Of course there were plenty of games and talking around the campfire.

There was a sudden downpour of rain!

A lot of messy faces and hands.

And good quality time with family and friends.

Oh yeah, and this is why Sara and I are friends!

Thanks for the invite Jason and Sara.  We had a great time!

The Weekend Wrap-up - Birthdays, Mother's Day and an Anniversary

Last Friday was Isaac's birthday.  Nathan checked him out of school at lunch time and we went to Milagros for lunch.  It was the first time Isaac had ever eaten there and he loved it.  I love a kid who loves food!

After stopping at the store to get him his gift, I had to go back to work, but Nathan and Isaac hung out for the rest of the afternoon.

Later that night he had a bunch of his friends over for a pizza/night-games party.  I didn't snap any pictures. You'll just have to trust me on this one.  

The next morning, we got up early and went to +Kneaders for breakfast.  This is fast becoming a tradition in our family.  Since it was the day before Mother's Day, all the Moms got free french toast.  YUM!

Here are the three of us at breakfast.

Later that afternoon we went to +Texas Roadhouse to help Debbie celebrate her birthday. What a great couple!

Someone, not me, told on her and she had to "saddle up" for a Texas-sized Yeehaw!

After dinner, we hurried home for cake and ice cream with family for Isaac's birthday.

Which brings us to yesterday, which was not only Mother's Day, but also Nathan and I's 14th wedding anniversary.

The kids and Nathan made me a terrific breakfast in bed and cards and goodies that they had made for me.  Such sweeties.  After church we went to visit Nathan's mom and then my parents came over for roast and potatoes, which Nathan cooked.

It was a good day!

Not only was I spoiled for Mother's Day, but I am also spoiled to be married to my best friend for the last 14 years!  He always accuses me of acting like a princess, but that is how he treats me, so it's his own fault.

Love that guy I married!