Our Trip to the Beach

Hannah and the Sleeping Bear

Tight rope walking on the beach

And for her second act, Hannah will jump from one log to another!

Me and my Banana!

Steve and I took Hannah for walk on the beach. She actually walked us, but that's besides the point. This is Port Susan, between Camano Island and the mainland.

Spring Update

OUR FIRST HOME!

MASTER BATH

MASTER BEDROOM

GAME ROOM

MAIN BATH

GUEST BEDROOM

LIVINGROOM

KITCHEN

STEVE TAKING CARE OF THE LAWN!

HANNAH BANANA

HANNAH PLAYING BALL WITH STEVE

HANNAH

So, it's been about 3 weeks since Steve and I bought our home and it's super awesome! Mostly everything is unpacked. We are living farther from work, but it's well worth it. It's a 3-bedroom, 2 bath with a fully fenced in yard and beautiful landscaping. The best part is that it is so quiet out here!

Steve bought me a great birthday gift! A gorgeous German Short Haired Pointer, 2 y/o, named Hannah. She is still a bit of a pup, full of vigor, but she is very smart. She starts her Good Manners training next week!

Michigan 2009

Mikey finally owns his own vacuum!

Mom and I

Aunt Cathy and I

Me and my Shorties, Colleen and Elyse

My bros, Andy and Mike

The family! Dad and Mom, Andy and Sara, Steve and I, Mike and Ashley, and Jonas

Steve and Jonas ready to play in the snow.

Super Jonas!

The Polar Bear at Michigan State University campus- Physical Chemistry Building

Steve and I by Sparty at MSU

Yup, it was about that time that I headed back to Michigan for some good old fashioned freezing cold, snow, and endless rounds of Euchre. I took Steve along with me to meet the family and, since I'm such a kind person, I wanted him to be freezing cold with me. :) Here's some pics of the week. It was nice to just hang out and relax and even cooler that both my brothers were there since Andy, Sara and Jonas decided to drive up to Michigan from Tucson! I got to see Mikey's new apartment, my parents new home and visit with a few friends and family. It was great to visit, but I'm glad to be back in warmer climate!

Thanksgiving 2009: The Oregon Coast

Pacific Ocean just south of Cannon Beach, OR

Whale skeleton at Long Beach, WA

Steve and I at a light house in Ilwaco, WA

Steve and I at Cannon Beach, OR

Haystack Rock, Cannon Beach, OR

Steve and I at Haystack Rock, Cannon Beach, OR

Steve and I headed to Seaside, OR for the holiday. It was a very nice and quiet vacation. I think we were due for a little adventure!

Happenings of Summer/Fall

Puget Sound from Marine View Dr., Everett, WA

The stunning Olympic Mountains through a break in the clouds

View of Puget Sound in Everett

The big tree slab

Downtown La Conner

Sunflowers while heading into La Conner

Dana and Tim preparing for Skee Ball!

Steve and I in Ballard

Dana and I in Ballard playin' Skee ball!

Well, I've been crazy busy at work and trying to enjoy the most out of my weekends. Thought I'd share some pics from the past few months. I'm ready for time off at the holidays for sure!

Sailing to Sucia Island

Yet another awesome summer adventure to the high seas; sailing to Sucia Island (pronounced "susha", not the Spanish "sucia" Andy!) part of hte San Juan Islands in the Puget Sound. My friend Liz's parents own a 32 ft sailboat and were gracious enough to let myself, Steve, and my other co-worker Rick and his wife Sarah join them on an overnight trip. It was more than I imagined it would be! We all went for a small hike on the island and enjoyed a gorgeous sunset while eating salmon and steak for dinner! This was a trip I'll never forget!