Can't. Stand. Any. Longer. - June 10, 2010

Today was the tech/dress rehearsal for two recital shows. I was at the theatre for over 12 hours helping out backstage and by the end of the night, I was beat. My feet were so physically exhausted I could barely stand when I got home. But somehow the day was still fun because I got to spend it with my old family, The Dance Company!

This is a picture of the dance "Mr. Blue Sky" that Stephanie and I choreographed. I am so proud of these girls and love the way the dance turned out. Can't wait for everyone to see it at the show!

My little Sari- June 9, 2010

My little sister Sari is such a beautiful dancer! (She's actually taller than me now, but I'm still in denial.) Tonight I watched Sarah and all the Dance Co girls dance in their company show dress rehearsal. I'm going to be at a wedding for the actual show, so I decided to get an advanced preview version of it. I also got to see both dances Stephanie and I choreographed performed on the stage, and they look great! There were definitely dances that made me miss dancing up there with them. But it's also nice to be able to actually see the show. I'm so proud of her and all the Dance Co girls! They look beautiful! :)

Student Travelers- June 8, 2010

Our student travel cards have arrived and we are ready to go! Woot Woot...Europe 2010 is sooooo soon!

Battery Acid- June 7, 2010

For a quick trip to pick up some lunch, I decided to take my sister's car because it was more easily accessible. After picking up the meal, I cranked the keys to start it up...and...it didn't start. After unsuccessfully asking everyone around if they had jumper cables, a miracle truck driver drove by with help! He stopped and popped the hood open to reveal a bright blue battery acid atop of the battery. He went on to point out everything else wrong under the hood of the car, but was able to easily jump start it in the end. He left us with some car tips and said "you can always tell a woman's car." I like to think that I keep my own car in better shape, but I'm not quite sure. Thank you random man for your help!

Daddy's Bday- June 6, 2010

Happy Birthday Daddy!

Here's a picture of the cake we baked and decorated just for him. It was decorated with a Tigger figurine, a moose toy, and a pirate treasure chest...my dad's favorite things? Not so much, just random decorations. But he loved it all the same, even when my little brothers blew out his candles before he could. But that's why he's the best dad in the world, because even on his birthday he puts all of us first. Love you dad! :)

The Hyppo- June 5, 2010

There's a new popsicle store in town! Check out The Hyppo!

One of our friends just opened a paleta (posicle) shop in downtown STA and we got to try it out on opening day. The pops are delicious and made from real fruits.

Spread the word and everyone go support this new shop. It's a refreshing, yummy, and healthy snack for summer!

Dog sitting Mali- June 4, 2010

Today I pet-sat my aunt's dog Mali. She is probably the most well trained and well behaved dog I've ever seen in my life. She spent the day with my dad at his office and then rode home with us and spent the afternoon at our house. She even cooperated when Chrisitain insisted she wore a seat belt on the ride home. Hanging around Mali definitely shows me that Prince still has quite a long way to go to really be a trained dog.

Short and sweet...the new trends of my blogs :)

Pool w/ the Boys- June 3, 2010

I love my boys! ...Even when they turn my relaxing on a float time turns into a splashing bonanza of craziness.

I can't even describe how much I'm going to miss these boys when I'm away for so long! Having these brothers makes me never want to leave the house because they are so entertaining and adorable. I sometimes forget to spend time with friends because having so many brothers and sisters make it so the house is never empty and is always entertaining. I can't even imagine how bored I would be without the craziness of a huge family. I wouldn't trade it for the world!

Gradbaggers- June 2, 2010

The Gradbaggers Blog is official, and here is my first post:

After years of talking and dreaming about going on a European excursion, the day is finally approaching. It’s hard to even think about how all of this got started; well not hard, just embarassing.

We were in our living room filling out one of those silly facebook questionaires when I read one of Lauren’s “25 things about her” saying that she was going to travel Europe after she graduated. I immediately was interested and asked her to please give me details.

Knowing her, of course she didn’t have anything planned or decided, it was just assumed that after she graduated she would go on some sort of celebration backpacking trip.

By the end of the night, I had invited myself along on her trip.


From that point on, it was “our” European trip. I’m not sure how my sister Stephanie got added on to the trip, I probably just called her five minutes later and invited her or assumed all along that she would come too. But soon we were all teamed up and ready to take on the world!
We are all ecstatic to go on this adventure together. It’s basically combining every one of our hobbies and interests together to create one amazing vacation. We can’t wait to share all of our adventures and stories with everyone because they are sure to be funny and outrageous. When the three of us team up, we have a blast no matter what. I know I’m going to have the time of my life and can’t wait to share it with you all!

(We went our photo shoot today for our blog and website, and this picture was taken by my 4 year old brother...he's quite the photog!)

Puss In Boots- June 1, 2010

Puss In Boots costume...what I was talked into ordering online for my brother while babysitting him. But looking at how adorable he is when he wears it is totally worth it! Geez, I feel like my blog has been nonstop about these boys lately, but I've kinda been spending every day with them and they are definitely the most entertaining part of my days so it's difficult not to use their pictures. I don't think I realize how much I miss them when I'm away until I get to spend time with them at home. I love my little Puss in Boots!