The Time Has Come...

We are half-way through our Summit Series and will face our first big challenge this weekend.

Halfdome.

We will also be camping for an extended amount of time so should I not come back, you will know who "misplaced me." His name is Ryan Thompson. He is tall, slender, nice smile. He's in banking but likes the outdoors on the weekend. (he has recently been referenced in Up In The Air, the movie).

Anyhow, please say a little prayer for us that we arrive safely, don't get eaten by black bears who are wandering the campgrounds (we are two severly meaty people), successfully hike the 16 miles up and back, and maintain our sanity.

Should be complete this adventureous weekend, I will post pics next week.

Happy 4th!

Struggling for Words

I realize that I have neglected my blog this week. To be honest, I haven't been all that busy. I think I am just severely drained from last week. I spent some intense time writing. Writing for the book, blogging, doctoring up work docs, and scribbling love notes to family and friends.

My brain clearly needed a break.

I have even been having a hard time completing my nightly French lessons. I rushed through the workbook pages last evening, but I am not sure I retained anything other than un champignon (which mean mushroom).

Nonetheless, I hope to have my creative juices flowing by next week. I am sure the camping trip this weekend will be helpful in assisting my writing flow.

Wedding Season is in Full Bloom

As the summer is coming to a point, so are the weddings of the season. The question is being popped, registries are being viewed, and I Do's are being said. I admittedly stalk many a registry because I love seeing what different people desire for a home.

Many years passed when I was boycotting attending weddings, but due to recent loved ones in my life, I am back on track. Kendahl & Peter had the destination/Christmas wedding which was an amazing time. Shane & Amanda's engagement happened just before we returned home for Bishop's Baptism so it was fun to celebrate with them. Now, Jennylynn & Davis are engaged and getting married in October. The first of my best friends to get married! So exciting!

I am so honored to be a part of so many special days. One of the most exciting and cherished things is to be along side two people who are making a life-long commitment to love one another in front of the Lord!

To JL & Davis, thank you for letting me celebrate with you!

Corked!

On a gorgeous Thursday evening, a few of us girls headed up the PCH to Malibu (I do not endorse this city for one key reason but it has its moments with me). 30 minutes later we arrived at Malibu Family Wines, a small hidden gem tucked off Mulholland Highway.



Theme: Girls Night accompanied by wine, cheese, gossip, and roaring laughter



Activity: aside from stuffing our faces and increasing our 6-pack abs via chuckles, watching the Indie film Corked



Review: a comical satire about the NorCal wine industry including rednecks, snobs, tourists, and all other random classifications



Highlights: Shizzle Creek wine, "And I'm from Sherman Oaks", wanting a "newer" bottle of wine, snootie all white tux guy, and enjoying an evening with the ladies




If you have a chance, pick up the DVD online. $15 for a well-deserved laugh is worth it.

TAGline, You're It

A few weeks ago, I received an email from Mrs. T. She was passing along an inspirational piece that she had received via her daily TAGlines. Given our recent talks on spirituality, my RCIA classes, and the annoying obstacles that we have been "dealing with", she thought it would be beneficial to me and give me a sort of boost.

TAG is an acronym for Think About God, a Christian organization that is dedicated to providing its members with a thought provoking message daily.

I immediately signed up for these thought provoking email messages. They come every other day, stimulating my mind, heart, and soul. Topics include but are not limited to character, anxiety, and love.

I am fully endorsing this great organization. And I highly recommend subscribing to their daily thoughts. TAGline, you're it...