Driving.

One thing I DID take pictures of on our little road trip last weekend was our drive down.

They aren't that exciting, but it made the drive much more enjoyable.

I took some video footage too. I'm hoping that I can figure out how to edit and put it together into a little movie to share with you all. :)

Any i-movie experts that want to help? Any advice is welcome!

 The Driver.

 The Passenger (those dang bangs).

 Approximate start time.

 Two bare feet on the dashboard.

 Some pirate pants, made especially for the trip.

 Sunglasses. Crucial for a road trip.

 Just me, you and the open road.

Road trip tunes.

you're only cool if you're in summer school. right?

 Today I purchased some flowers at Smith's Marketplace.

They are red and yellow ranunculus and they are beaut-i-ful.

I was a little too excited about purchasing plants, which makes me worried that I may like it when I have my own yard. I already know I'll love planting a garden, but flowers too? 

Maybe all those years of yard work are paying off. ;)

Basically, they make me excited for summertime.

Although, this summer will be unlike past summers.

That is because I will be in school. So I can graduate STAT.

At first, I thought summer semester wouldn't be too bad. 8 weeks of school, a couple of months for a break.

Well, I was WRONG-O.

You see, summer semester AT Utah State (in Logan) offers a few different summer sessions, but the main session is eight weeks. Mid-June to Mid-August.

But when you are doing distance education (like those of us down here in the Salt Lake Valley), it's a little different.

You start May 9th. Until Mid-August.

That means I'll have one whole weekend from this semester until next semester.

And a total break of two weeks where I will not be in school from now until December 16th.

IT WILL BE WORTH IT. Right? I think so. I am a bit bummed about this, but I am making the best of it and going to finish strong.

When December rolls around, I will be DONE, for the rest of my LIFE.

Plus, the way this year has already been flying right by, it should be here in no-time at all.

And in the meantime, I will try my hardest not be envious of all my friends who are graduating this semester... lucky ducks. I guess that's what I get for being indecisive. :)

I will still have a fun summer.

Number one priority: school.

Number two: having FUN.

I think I can, I think I can.....

Some photos of last summer, just to hold me you over. 

 Chacos, a campfire and the great outdoors.

*Someone's* favorite holiday.

 Boating!

 Thankfully this will come very soon.

Mmmm. Lion pups.

 His favorite thing next to the gospel, sports and his wife-- water.

Can you tell summer's been on our minds? 

:)

Red Rock and Red Faces.

We spent our weekend here:

 

 Saint George, Utah.

We basked in the sunshine.

Enjoyed some delicious grub.

Drove with the windows down.

Swam our hearts out.

Did a little shopping.

Spent time with fun friends.

It was a nice escape from reality.

Now we're back, but it's not too bad.

And you know that actually means it's pretty good! 

Since it is Monday.

 We like our day-to-day life.

Even if we are counting down the days until the next weekend. :)

More photos to come soon. Although I didn't take very many, I will post a few other favorites.

Berries.

One reason I can't wait for summer.

Raspberries from my in-laws backyard:

Oh and delicious, fresh blackberries too.

YUM.

I love fresh fruits and veggies.

Dear.

I got this idea from one of my favorite blogs, In the Little Red House.

If you don't read it-- you should. I want to be like her when I grow up.

Dear Biggest Loser-- You always make my eyes well up with tears and last night was no exception. However, there was not just teary eyes, but REAL crying as I watched my favorite go home. You knows just how to tug at my heart strings, multiple times each episode.

Dear Warmer Weather-- Come and stay for a while. How about five months? I would love that!

Dear Spring-- You have reminded me why Fall is my favorite season. 

Dear Pork Salad-- Your deliciousness eased my guilt of not making dinner tonight. Although, I always eat you way too fast and end up way too full. Still, you're worth it.

Dear Husband-- Thanks for putting up with my sick whiny self this week. You're too patient and I just hope that sticks around when the kiddos come along.

and this is what he does after refusing a "solo" shot and i say, "hon, just one cute one". 

how adorable.

Dear Photo Collage on my wall-- I really love you. Every time I look at you, I'm pleased, even though it was quite the process to get you up there. You make me smile every day.

Dear Saint George-- I hope you are ready for us! We can't wait to bask in your warmth and enjoy your beautiful red rocks. I'm bringing the camera, so be on your best behavior.

Dear Netflix streaming through our Wii-- How did I not do this sooner? I love you and you're kind of addicting.

Dear Life-- Stay like this for a minute. I know I hope and wish and dream and think about the future, but I know I'll miss these days when they are gone. So just hold still for a little minute.

Summer Young.

We're a little anxious for summer. Can you tell?

Our first summer together.

 Bike riding to Reams.

 Playing at the "fun" park.

 The Art Ball.

 Whip cream fight.

 Hiking the Wind Caves.

 Swimming in the Flume.

 Real life photo-booth.

 Our Feet + Lake Powell = Happiness.

 Rainbow Bridge.

 Jet Skiing in Lake Powell.

A little crispy. 

 Inside joke.

 Hogle Zoo on Rainy Day. :)

  Camping at Oneida.

 Fourth of July Fireworks.

Canoeing at Glendale.

 Swimming at the Logan Rec Center.

 Tyson's other true love: Bloomington.

Bloomington.

 Bee's Game.

Hiking up Logan Canyon.

 

The End. 

:)

The Walk.

Happy General Conference Weekend!
We've been loving all of the words of wisdom and inspiration these past two days! My brain is overfilled with such great knowledge and I can't wait to put some of that into action. I always feel so refreshed after conference.

I've also been loving the beautiful Spring weather, until I woke up this morning! But I'm not mad, because it will be gone soon-- at least it better melt soon.
 

Well while the weather was still good last week, we had ourselves a happy, little walk the other evening.

It was sooo nice. No jackets! Hip hip hooray!

I brought my camera along, which made our walk even more exciting. :) Even though Tyson kept saying, "There's a person coming. Katie, someone's coming", while I was taking pictures of him. Embarrassed a little? Get used to it Honey! I'm bringing my camera with me on all our walks and every other adventure we take this summer. HA.

 Now for the results:

 These are our normal-smiling faces.

And these are our the laughing faces. Ha!

Our lovely Jordan River right by our casa.