Tram, Old Town, Families

1. It has been years since I have been up the Sandia Peak Tramway...the longest in the world. It was so much fun to go today with Jeremy and his family, I think we're going to have to do it more often.

2. All the years I have lived here in Albuquerque, my whole life, I have never been to Old Town to walk around in the shops. We didn't make it through them all but it was a whole lot of fun. I need to go back to finish going through all the shops.

3. Tonight was the night of blending families. Jeremy's family came to my parents house for dinner. Everyone seemed to get along very well, I hope this is an indication of what it will be like years to come!

Quilt, Warm, Cuddles

1. Today, my Mom and I went with Jeremy's mom Paula and her friend Darla to a quilt shop. It was so much fun and really got me in the mood to rekindle my lost love of crafting.

2. After a week in Mexico taking an ice cold shower it was such a treat to come home and have warm water. It was heavenly.

3. While in Mexico there was little time for cuddle time. I missed the talks. It is great to have that time back again.

Smile, Flush, Home

1. Today was the dedication for the house we built. The smile on the faces of the family members receiving the house really made the trip worth it.

2. In Mexico you can't flush toilet paper down the toilet. Driving back I was so excited to finally be able to flush everything down again...every time.

3. I had a great time in Mexico, but it is so good to be back to my own home.

Family, Testing, Future

1. Jeremy's youngest brother Jamie is in town to go with us to Mexico. It is so good to see him and see Jeremy interact with him.

2. Today I had testing for graduate school and although it was early it was a great start to my future.

3. Talking about the future can sometimes be discouraging, but it is good to do it, so I'm glad I had the chance again today to do so.

High Schoolers, Breakfast, Relieved

1. So tonight Jeremy had a progressive dinner with his high schoolers. Let me tell you there is nothing better than hanging out with a bunch of teenagers to take you back to the good old high school days!

2. What's the greatest breakfast besides cold pizza or tacos? You guessed it...breakfast burritos. I'm so glad there is a great little place on the way to work where I can pick one up.

3. What a long week it has been. It was so relieving to get on the shuttle after class to know I was done for a week!

Mi Casa, Mix, Rain

1. Ever since I was sick, Jeremy has been hanging out here at my parents house. Today we hung out at his house again. It was sure good to be back there!!

2. One of Jeremy's friends, and my new in person (FINALLY) friend, Sarah made me a mix CD while we were in Oregon. It was great to hear the songs on the CD at work today..it sure saved my day!

3. We had a rain storm today. As much as the cold wetness was a bit unpleasant, I loved it!! There is nothing like a good rain shower!!

Pass, Phew, Dessert

1. Today I got a test back from one of my midterms and found out I got a solid "B". For something I didn't think I did well on, I was excited to know I passed and with a pretty good grade too.

2. Today I got called into the Principal's office. We had a talk about not wearing perfume at work because it is causing someone allergies. I'm so glad it was about that and not about the messenger...

3. For some reason I have been craving desserts lately. Jeremy and I went to Subway for lunch today and they were out of cookies, I was so bummed. What made up for it, however, was going to Friday's after WEBS and getting dessert. YUMMMM!!!

Tuesday, ipod, BN

1. Can I tell you how much I enjoy Tuesdays? I really do, because I don't have class and I can just have an afternoon to myself.

2. My baby got an ipod, and as much as I am jealous that I didn't have money to get one too, I'm excited because I know how long he has been wanting and saving for one.

3. There is something about Barnes and Noble that makes me feel safe. I don't know if it's because it's quiet or just because I'm surrounded by my passion, but tonight at Barnes and Noble I was so excited to be there and buy a couple of new books.

Grapevine, Off, Together

1. I received an e mail today from a man I have never met in person, I have just talked to him on the phone. He is one of our vendors for appliances in Houston. The reason I am finding joy in him is because after a week of being out sick with strep throat he is the only one from work that asked if I was feeling better. Thanks Whirlpool man!

2. I took the afternoon off of school today. I was really tired and disgusted from work and just didn't think I needed to go to school. Rather I found comfort in Jeremy's office working on homework.

3. Jeremy told me tonight he's thinking of changing his schedule around so that on Monday's and Wednesdays we can carpool into Albuquerque. This excites me because I absolutely love our rides in the car and the conversations we have there.

Hogs, Teach, Home

1. Jeremy and I went with my parents tonight to see "Wild Hogs" and let me tell you it was a blast. Not only was I excited to see the movie since I spent some time in Madrid during the filming, but it was a freaking hilarious movie!!!

2. I know it was only Sunday School, and I know I didn't really do that much, but today I got to fill in for Jeremy to teach his Sunday School class since he was out of town. This was the first time I had really been alone with this age group, and let me tell you...I'M SOOOO READY TO TEACH!!!

3. It was only to days, but it felt like forever. I was so glad to have my love return home to me!!

Forgiveness, Lipizzaner, Katietime

1. Isn't it amazing when people forgive you. I mean, you can do something so "you", so stupid and when someone forgives you for that it's the greatest feeling in the world.

2. Tonight I went to see the Lipizzaner Stallions. I wasn't sure at first, but when it was all over I really thought of how amazing these huge animals were with what they did.

3. Although I may not always use it wisely, my alone time is very important to me. Today was a great day of that, and I feel refreshed from it.

That's 2, Better, Home

1. I have been reading the book "Marley and Me" for...well lets just say a LONG time. Tonight I was finally able to take the time to finish it. Although it was a sad ending, it was a great accomplishment. That's 2 books down in a week...I'm on a roll.

2. It's great that after a week in bed trying to get over this yucky throat thing I am FINALLY better. I wouldn't say I'm 100%, but I'm getting there. I think I'm up to 92%.

3. My Daddy had to go to Houston for business Wednesday night. I know it was only 2 nights he was gone, but it felt like forever and I was so glad to have him back home.

New, Sprite, Mac

1. Ohh it was so great to see new Smallville and Gray's Anatomy tonight. LANA!! What are you doing??

2. I don't know what it is about Sprite, but since I have been sick its been the only thing that I have wanted to drink. Oh how I love thee Sprite.

3. Just like Sprite has been all I have wanted to drink...Mac n Cheese has been all I have wanted to eat. Blue box...shells...from Outback. It doesn't matter. As long as it's noodles with cheese I'm a happy camper.

Jeremy, Knowing, Movies

1. Yes...you get your own heading. I have the greatest boyfriend. He is so amazing he has spent 2 whole days with me while I have been sick and 2 hours at the Dr. I don't know many guys who would do that.

2. When you're sick there's nothing better than knowing what is wrong with you...even if it's yucky strep throat.

3. What's the next best thing to the PIR when you are sick?? Movies!! I love to watch movies when I'm sick!

Sites, Return, Bed

1. When flying into San Francisco today we flew right over the Golden Gate bridge and Alcatraz. It was so exciting to see these things I had been searching for from the air. Next step...see them up close.

2. It was such a relief to get on the plane this evening knowing I was returning to Albuquerque.

3. My bed always feels so good when I return from a trip. I love it!!

Strollin, New Friends, At Work

1. Jeremy and I walked a few block up the street today to get Subway. It was really a great time since this is something we couldn't do in Albuquerque.

2. I hear all the time of all of Jeremy's friends through Youth Encounter. It was great to get to meet some of them.

3. One of the best things for me has been to see my Man up on the stage doing his thing. I am always so proud of him, and even more so when I can see him at work.

Leavin, Golden Gate, Oregon

1. Today Jeremy and I left for the Oregon quake. It was such a great feeling knowing that today, Thursday, was my Friday.

2. I had a long layover in San Fran...3 hours to be exact. So when we flew into the airport I was searching all over to see the Golden Gate bridge. I didn't find it, unfortunately, but it was a great time looking!!

3. I'm in a new state!! Wohoo...add Oregon to my list!!

Hump Day, Chillin, Back In

1. So not only is today hump day, but it's also hump day and that makes me smile. Wednesday are always great to get through and get over the hump to the end of the week. But today I also had 2 mid terms. What a great hump to get over and prepare for the downhill slide to graduation.

2. I'm sitting here at the deli on campus just chillin. This is something I don't usually do, and it's actually kind of nice to sit here and take this break.

3. After a couple of weeks off I was back at it with the Elem. kids at the Wednesday night programing. It was great to be back with those little people.

Break, Catch up, Nap

1. I had to take a break from work today to do some studying. I have midterms tomorrow and needed to stay home and prepare for those. It was a needed break from work.

2. Since I was at home today, I got caught up on my blogs. Although I do seem to have writers block, I am able to still talk about my day.

3. What a great thing a nap can be. Today I was able to take one and boy did in rejuvinate me!!

Off, Bed, Carside

1. Jeremy wasn't feeling well last night so he canceled the Monday night bible study. Although I was sad, it was a nice break with just the two of us at home!

2. After 2 nights spent on the floor of a hotel room, it was nice to wake up in my own bed!

3. One love Jeremy and I have found is Carside to Go. There's nothing better than calling in an order at Chili's, picking it up, and eating it over a great conversation in the comfort of our own home!

Chipotle 2.0, FINALLY, Waiting

1. Since we were leaving Denver we decided to stop for one last Chipotle before heading home. Oh...how AMAZING!!

2. When you're in a car with Mid-Schoolers there's nothing better than FINALLY getting to your destination. In today's case it was the church.

3. When Jeremy and I got back to my house there were amazing meatball sandwiches waiting for us. After a long day in the car it was just what I needed!

Infomercials, Chipotle 1.0, Run

1. Crazy how vegging out in front of a TV watching infomercials can be so...well....relaxing.

2. We were on our own for lunch today at the Quake, and guess what was only a couple of miles away? That's right, Chipotle. We went for lunch and you wouldn't believe it but I finished my first WHOLE burrito from Chipotle. It was an amazing feat.

3. The speaker at the Quake signed to the song "When God Ran" and it was AMAZING. If I had head this song just on the radio or at church it wouldn't have had the same impact as her doing sign language to it.

Destination, Free, Snow

1. After 8 long hours of driving with the middle schoolers, it was a relief to reach our destination in Denver. Now here comes the fun weekend...

2. It's fantastic to have Free Wi-Fi. Especially in the least likely of places, a McDonald's in po-dunk Trinidad, Colorado.

3. I find spectacular beauty in snow, I just wish I could watch it from the comfort of my home, not from the windshield of a car on a mountain pass.