Okay so it's been awhile...

Miss me? Yeah I bet you did. My handsome husband said that I need to update my blog, because he checks it every day to see if I write something and he's been disappointed that there hasn't been anything for almost a month. Well, the reason is that I wanted to add pictures to my posts and that little extra step always makes me not want to update. It's been one crazy summer.
We took Amelia out for her Bachelorette party a few weeks ago. We tried getting her to wear a crown and sash, but she would only wear it for pictures. At least she wore it, so good job Amelia! :-)

David's aunt, Lori, got married at McMenimin's Edgefield and we partied the night away. (If you have never spent the night there you should it was so much fun.) Adam even claims to have seen a ghost in our room! Jon and Amelia's shower was just this past weekend.

Today at work we were treated out to the movies because it's been mildly warm lately. :-) We saw Tropic Thunder which wasn't my first vote, but it did have a few chuckles. I don't think it's theater worthy, but it's kind of funny for a late night rental (Robert Downey Jr. was the best). Also, we are going out for a Hayes anniversary dinner tonight. There are 4 anniversaries with a four week period, so we celebrating that with a nice dinner.

There is more craziness coming down the pipeline, but I'd rather not spoil it and just give a recap as they come. :-)

Doodle...

Just a drawing I did of Lilo and Stitch...

Happy Birthday TO MEEEEEE!!!!!!!!

Today is my birthday. I'm going to take my check and just blow it all today. :) Tonight I have a group going out to dinner in Portland and we'll probably hang out there for awhile. So far I've been treated out to ice cream, Starbucks (and received a mug a gift card from there) from my office, a birthday card with some $$$ from Grandma and Grandpa DeHart, a couple of birthday cards, received a Disney t-shirt and a Stitch cookie jar from the Hayes. Thanks Guys!

Oh FYI go register your Starbucks card online at www.starbucks.com/card and when you order a drink all the extras (i.e milk, syrup) are at no extra charge when you pay with that card. And you get free refills on your drip coffee.

Farewell to Squatter Joe and other news

Our favorite squatter has decided go back to school. He moved out last week and plans to attend school out east for the next year and a half to earn his Masters with hopes of returning here. We had a good time with him and I hope we didn't freak him out too much (a little bit is okay). Now we have an empty room that I actually have to do something with!

In other news, the 4th of July is this Friday and we are planning on going to the Wilson's annual BBQ. Steve and Angie are planning on a post 4th BBQ on Saturday, so we will probably be going to that.
David is quite excited, because he gets a 4 day weekend.

The 11th is my birthday. I'll be turning 25 which I guess is a some-what significant birthday. I don't know exactly what I'll be doing for my actual birthday, but I'm pretty sure it will involve shopping for some much needed clothes.

Our annual Women of Hope Camp that Masha and I put together has been canceled for this year due to lack of attendees. Now I'll need to fill that time with something else. I've already asked for the time off, I'd hate to waste a perfectly unpaid vacation day. :)

Oh, check out Grace and Amy's New York Adventure here!
Adios!

Cabin Fever

Well, the sun has finally decided to peek out from behind the clouds and the weather seems to be almost decent now. I've been suffering from cabin fever since about, oh July of last year. I'm determined to spend a lot of time outdoors this summer and I thought I would try to recruit some help. I'm looking for fun things that involve walking (i.e. hiking, climbing etc.), water (swimming, kayaking etc.), and NOT INDOORS. I would like things that are day trips and a few overnight spots are good too. So far I'm planning on going to Multnomah Falls, Ape Cave and possibly Belknap. I would be so grateful for anymore ideas or places to try. This is Carpe Diem to the max! ( I warned you that I've been feverish :-D ).

Curtain Call

David and I are currently discussing window treatments for our home - particularly the living room and dining room.







We both agree that we don't like valances and we want it to look simple and elegant. We're trying to go for a "rustic farmhouse" look, but not necessarily country (does that even make sense?). Last night we looked through books, magazines and the internet for ideas to show each what we the other was thinking.

Here's what I picked out:

This one is my favorite. I have never seen any window treatment like this before.

I liked the simple yet unexpected look of the asymmetrical tie back.

I liked the unique way the sheers were pinned.

Here are David's picks:

He thought this gave more of the rustic farmhouse feel we wanted.

He liked the airy look the sheers gave and the tabs were different.

He had an idea to put in white shutter-like blinds.

As anyone can now see, our vision for simple elegance are different. What do you all think? Any opinions or ideas?

Massahhhhge

Yesterday morning Mom treated me out to a girls spa package at the Wellspring spa in Woodburn. This was my first ever professional massage and it was wonderful! David warned me that I would come home addicted, but I didn't believe him. :)

The girlfriend package starts out by changing into robes and sandals and then you are guided into a dimly lit waiting room where they soak your feet in a warm water solution and place a heated neck wrap around you. After a small time frame of waiting you are taken separately to your room where you are treated to your massage. After 50 minuets of bliss you are guided back to the waiting room where they place another neck wrap around you and serve you a glass of champagne and gourmet chocolate. Mom and I just sat there talking for an hour and enjoying each others company. It was so nice. An interesting thing was that after my massage I was looking at myself in the mirror and there was this glow around me that I had never seen before. It really reminded me of the movie Stardust where Yvaine glows from happiness and relaxation after her massage. Thank you mom!!