Another week of catching up!
I took Mel to a family wedding last weekend. We went for the reception and the dance. I laughed when she said that she found my family refreshing and was wondering if they’d adopt her. The wedding was for Wes and Kristi.
We had YP elections for the Dickinson YP this past week. I will be moving into the advisory role of past president. It has been challenging to be the president and felt relief to know that come October I will be handing the reins over to a team that holds a lot of promise. We are also starting a girls-only YP night where we will sharing books, movies, etc. We’ve had a lot of great feedback for the interest.
I’ve also been seeing a guy for a little bit. We met on July 4th but so far I’ve been enjoying his company and appreciation for reality television! Que sera sera…I’m not taking anything too serious.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
TonyDanza, I don’t think I’m in Kansas Anymore!
I struggled with the name of this post, it was that or “Surrounded by ears.....of Corn” Or “What do you mean I’m in Iowa” Or “4 Days 5 States”….needless to say…I’m back!
On facebook I posted my stats 4 days, 5 states, 1,978 miles, 3 aunts, 3 uncles, 5 cousins, 2 second cousins, 1 bag dill sunflower seeds, 1 ipod, thousands of dotted lines, millions of thoughts, and tooo much corn to count. It was a great trip.
I started it off with lunch at Schlotsky’s with Mom and Alaina. Great start! We caught up a bit and I took off for Madison to stay with Hope and Mark. I got there in just enough time to watch Coley play in the state softball tournament. It was exciting to see her be the first one to get around the bases and score the first run…she even stole second and third! Their team didn’t win but it had to go into double innings for the tie breaker. What was really cute was Hope made me a lunch complete with granola bar, ham and cheese sandwich, and fruit! I can’t remember the last time someone packed me a lunch!
The next morning I took off for Wheaton/Onaga/middle of nowhere Kansas! I got to see Tate for the first time; he’s the second of Kendra’s boys. They are pretty cute good little kids. Tucker had a little horse bucking off and was wearing a sling. I got a chance to see the horse Lisa wants Alaina to work and see the little yellow house that Harry and Lisa used to live in. I saw Kayla before she crashed after getting back from a wedding in Nebraska.
On Sunday, I drove to Salina to see Wendy and Trent. They took me golfing at their course. It was probably the nicest course I’ve been on hands down. I had a few bad swings but I got a few great hits and Trent complimented my swing. I’ll take that one everyday! It got to 100 when I was there! They also took me to the place where Adam used to serve at, it was fun to see.
Monday was drive day. I drove over 900 miles in one day…It wasn’t bad until I got to north eastern South Dakota…that is when the cabin fever got to me! I even got out in Sioux Falls and grabbed something for the road at Culvers. I had a few heavy storms that I went through between Jamestown and Bismarck, but I’m wondering if that was symbolic…afterall I got lost a few times, I went through a ton of construction, and maybe it was all appropriate!
A few health things…after 26 years I got strep for the first time. That took me by surprise. I was so glad that it cleared up before I left on the trip. The one thing that is in my head is that Grandpa Lavern was diagnosed with cancer. He’s 82 and has had a great life but that doesn’t make hearing that news any easier. He’ll be in my thoughts for awhile.
On facebook I posted my stats 4 days, 5 states, 1,978 miles, 3 aunts, 3 uncles, 5 cousins, 2 second cousins, 1 bag dill sunflower seeds, 1 ipod, thousands of dotted lines, millions of thoughts, and tooo much corn to count. It was a great trip.
I started it off with lunch at Schlotsky’s with Mom and Alaina. Great start! We caught up a bit and I took off for Madison to stay with Hope and Mark. I got there in just enough time to watch Coley play in the state softball tournament. It was exciting to see her be the first one to get around the bases and score the first run…she even stole second and third! Their team didn’t win but it had to go into double innings for the tie breaker. What was really cute was Hope made me a lunch complete with granola bar, ham and cheese sandwich, and fruit! I can’t remember the last time someone packed me a lunch!
The next morning I took off for Wheaton/Onaga/middle of nowhere Kansas! I got to see Tate for the first time; he’s the second of Kendra’s boys. They are pretty cute good little kids. Tucker had a little horse bucking off and was wearing a sling. I got a chance to see the horse Lisa wants Alaina to work and see the little yellow house that Harry and Lisa used to live in. I saw Kayla before she crashed after getting back from a wedding in Nebraska.
On Sunday, I drove to Salina to see Wendy and Trent. They took me golfing at their course. It was probably the nicest course I’ve been on hands down. I had a few bad swings but I got a few great hits and Trent complimented my swing. I’ll take that one everyday! It got to 100 when I was there! They also took me to the place where Adam used to serve at, it was fun to see.
Monday was drive day. I drove over 900 miles in one day…It wasn’t bad until I got to north eastern South Dakota…that is when the cabin fever got to me! I even got out in Sioux Falls and grabbed something for the road at Culvers. I had a few heavy storms that I went through between Jamestown and Bismarck, but I’m wondering if that was symbolic…afterall I got lost a few times, I went through a ton of construction, and maybe it was all appropriate!
A few health things…after 26 years I got strep for the first time. That took me by surprise. I was so glad that it cleared up before I left on the trip. The one thing that is in my head is that Grandpa Lavern was diagnosed with cancer. He’s 82 and has had a great life but that doesn’t make hearing that news any easier. He’ll be in my thoughts for awhile.
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
KS plan, Tornado scares, NDYP opps, Floating on....
Well, I’m prepping for my personal pilgrimage to Kansas. I plan to lead Friday morning, meet mom for lunch, head to Madison and stay with Hope and Mark. The next day I will drive down to Harry and Lisa’s and stay there. On Sunday, I will drive up to Salina to stay with Wendy and Trent, maybe take in a little golfing. Then head all the way back on Monday. I’m planning on taking my camera, clubs, and a notebook to capture some of my thoughts. I’ve come a long way the past year but I know that I still have some shadows that need to be lighted up.
Yesterday we had sirens in Dickinson, kinda made me nervous, I won’t lie. Especially considering that the community just celebrated their year anniversary of conquering last year’s tornado. I found out that Dudley does NOT like storms while TD and Lola could care less. They seemed irritated that I put them in the downstairs bathroom, completely protected.
Today, I was nominated and elected for the North Dakota Young Professionals Network Secretary Position. I was nervous about it but excited too as I think it will continue to push my skills. I have a great leadership team that I get to work with so we’ll see how I grow from here.
This past weekend, Mel and I spent some time out and about. We ended up meeting a couple of guys last week and they invited us out to Patterson this week. Not exactly the lake I was expecting to see. It was an oversized pond with green floaties…good thing we had great company. We ended up sitting up on the boat all night, talking and watching shooting stars, sleeping and waking up to a glass lake with a beautiful sun. Mel and I both agreed that that was so refreshing to just laugh, not even drink, and have great conversation.
I’m constantly reminded that this summer is a summer where I get to define me and what I want. I want more. I want more sun, more laughs, more time, just plain MORE!
Yesterday we had sirens in Dickinson, kinda made me nervous, I won’t lie. Especially considering that the community just celebrated their year anniversary of conquering last year’s tornado. I found out that Dudley does NOT like storms while TD and Lola could care less. They seemed irritated that I put them in the downstairs bathroom, completely protected.
Today, I was nominated and elected for the North Dakota Young Professionals Network Secretary Position. I was nervous about it but excited too as I think it will continue to push my skills. I have a great leadership team that I get to work with so we’ll see how I grow from here.
This past weekend, Mel and I spent some time out and about. We ended up meeting a couple of guys last week and they invited us out to Patterson this week. Not exactly the lake I was expecting to see. It was an oversized pond with green floaties…good thing we had great company. We ended up sitting up on the boat all night, talking and watching shooting stars, sleeping and waking up to a glass lake with a beautiful sun. Mel and I both agreed that that was so refreshing to just laugh, not even drink, and have great conversation.
I’m constantly reminded that this summer is a summer where I get to define me and what I want. I want more. I want more sun, more laughs, more time, just plain MORE!
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Dog Days are not Over!
Can’t believe we are into July now! A couple things happened this 
week including a new “roommate” moved in. Mel’s dog finally came to the house…welcome Dudley. I can tell I haven’t had a dog in for-e-ver, I forgot how dependant they are. I’m used to TonyDanza and Lola doing their own thing so it’s been weird to have someone else hanging out. The cats are not happy with him or Mel. They have gone into hiding (under the table or my bed) or have tried to demonstrate their superiority (hanging out on top of the cupboards or on top of the china cabinet). We’ll see how the “relationship” continues to grow. If anything it’s bonding the cats more!
I also got back to my 4-h roots…I judged (for the second year) some of the static projects. I was in charge of animal science. I have never looked at so many eggs, how do you judge eggs? It’s over and I faked it well. I am amazed at how the internet has changed how kids do their 4-h projects. I remember having things be more work to track down info and resources, now they just rip things from the internet! Wow!
Mel and I got a bit of golfing in this week. We are getting better. I realized I’m not too far out from my Kansas visit and I hope to improve my swing and distance by then. I’m going to go with Aunt Wendy, hopefully I can play on the top of my game!
I also spent a little time with the family, Aunt Descie had a summer picnic to celebrate Kemma and Carstyn’s birthdays. It’s amazing to remember how far these kids have come. They are pretty adorable and have really developed their personalities! It was good see all. I did have to follow Descie and Aunt Janie around and watch them pull plants. They just make me giggle. Janie wanted so many plants but I am curious where she’s going to put them in her yard! I guess I’ll see at the end of the month! Ha!
This summer has been wonderful, I’ve been busy but I’ve been laughing. I seem to have hit a little rut for some reason, not quite sure what brought that on but I know it’s a phase and I’ll pass through it. There is so much happening, I do think I need to work on a few home projects. There are some big things coming up in the next little bit! We’ll see how things move and shake out!
week including a new “roommate” moved in. Mel’s dog finally came to the house…welcome Dudley. I can tell I haven’t had a dog in for-e-ver, I forgot how dependant they are. I’m used to TonyDanza and Lola doing their own thing so it’s been weird to have someone else hanging out. The cats are not happy with him or Mel. They have gone into hiding (under the table or my bed) or have tried to demonstrate their superiority (hanging out on top of the cupboards or on top of the china cabinet). We’ll see how the “relationship” continues to grow. If anything it’s bonding the cats more!I also got back to my 4-h roots…I judged (for the second year) some of the static projects. I was in charge of animal science. I have never looked at so many eggs, how do you judge eggs? It’s over and I faked it well. I am amazed at how the internet has changed how kids do their 4-h projects. I remember having things be more work to track down info and resources, now they just rip things from the internet! Wow!
Mel and I got a bit of golfing in this week. We are getting better. I realized I’m not too far out from my Kansas visit and I hope to improve my swing and distance by then. I’m going to go with Aunt Wendy, hopefully I can play on the top of my game!
I also spent a little time with the family, Aunt Descie had a summer picnic to celebrate Kemma and Carstyn’s birthdays. It’s amazing to remember how far these kids have come. They are pretty adorable and have really developed their personalities! It was good see all. I did have to follow Descie and Aunt Janie around and watch them pull plants. They just make me giggle. Janie wanted so many plants but I am curious where she’s going to put them in her yard! I guess I’ll see at the end of the month! Ha!
This summer has been wonderful, I’ve been busy but I’ve been laughing. I seem to have hit a little rut for some reason, not quite sure what brought that on but I know it’s a phase and I’ll pass through it. There is so much happening, I do think I need to work on a few home projects. There are some big things coming up in the next little bit! We’ll see how things move and shake out!
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