It'll always be the Tim and Kelly show...

My best friend, Tim, moved to California this morning. After a night filled with pretty intense emotion and tears, I had to say goodbye to the best friend I've ever had. It's been about 23 hours since I last saw him and my heart is already starting to hurt. We did however have one incredibly awesome Tim/Kelly day. We went out to the dream, painted some pottery for each other, went to a movie, went to local boyz for dinner, went to Chip Ross Park to watch the sun set and stargaze, and of course watched FRIENDS. We had a blast and I'm so thankful we got to do all of that in one day before he left. I cannot even express how much this boy means to me. I've never had a friend love me so unconditionally and so selflessly. He's incredible and will never be replaced. I even remember him joking around with me when Greg and I started getting closer, saying that Greg was replacing him. I reminded him that he is entirely irreplaceable and it will ALWAYS be the Tim and Kelly show. =)

What Teachers Make

My friend, Emily, showed this to me a few years ago when I told her that I wanted to become a teacher but was being discouraged by some people. This teacher, Taylor Mali, is phenomenal. He speaks with conviction and really tells it like it is. There's something I find so cool about someone who isn't afraid to speak the truth and do so confidently. It's so encouraging to all teachers and anyone on their way to becoming a teacher.

Abeet and Isget

I went over to my friend Chama's house the other day and got to spend time with her and her two of three children, Abbey and Isaac. Her kids are so unbelievably adorable. Everyone says she just needs to keep making babies because if they're that cute, she can't stop. They're sweet kids too. Pretty rambunctious, but still so very sweet. My favorite thing is that ever since Isaac was born, Abbey has always called him "Isget."And Isaac calls Abbey, "Abeet." =)

I've waited my whole life for this one night...

I saw this on youtube a few weeks ago and now I feel like when I go to show it to someone, they've already seen it. It's become insanely popular, which I'm sure you can see why. It's probably one of the best things I've seen in a long time. How fun would a wedding like this be? And even though it isn't a serious wedding and definitely not traditional, I still get chills when I see the bride dance down the isle. Both the bride and the groom couldn't look any happier. =)

I haven't figured out how to post a video yet, so for now the link will suffice.

JK Wedding Entrance Dance

I want to live a simple life

This is one of my favorite songs by The Weepies and it's been stuck in my head the last few days. Good music, cute people, nothing not to like.

Can I get up in the moming
Put the kettle on
Make us some coffee, say "hey" to the sun...
Is it enough to write a song and sing it to the birds?
They'd hear just the tune
Not understand my love for words
But you would hear me and know

I want only this, I want to live
I want to live a simple life.

I dreamed you first
But not so real
And everyday since I've found you
Such moments we steal
Like little thieves, we rub our hands
We hold our hearts between them.
But will you hear me and know?

I want only this, I want to live
I want to live a simple life.

Move on, move on
Time is accelerating.
Drive on all night
Traffic lights and one-ways.
Move on, move on
Parking violations waiting
Turn off the car, breathe the air
Let's stay here.

I'll kiss you awake, and we'll have time
To know our neighbors all by name
And every star at night.
We'll weave our days together like waves
And particles of light.

I want only this, I want to live
I want to live a simple life.

What would summer be without summer school?

...probably a lot more fun. I started summer school this last Monday, which unfortunately has not been my most exciting endeavor of the summer. The good news though is that it's only 4 weeks long and will get me ahead in school. I have one 2 hour class, a 1 hour break, and then a 3 hour class. The reading for one of my classes is absolutely ridiculous. I can't even believe how much I have to read and remember. I guess that's all part of cramming all the work into 4 weeks instead of 10. I just have to remember that it's only 13 more class days and I'm done. When I think about it that way, it doesn't seem so bad. I will survive. =)

It's been too long...

It's been forever since I last blogged. Life has been crazy busy and chaotic. Between moving, vacationing to San Diego, doing housework, working, and trying to enjoy summer... I haven't found too much time to blog. But... I decided it was about time.

This beautiful girl is my good friend Emily. We've been friends for four years and I could not be more blessed by our friendship. She's been such a loving, understanding, and compassionate friend. I can talk to her about anything and never once has she been judgmental. She stands by me in whatever decision I make, even if she doesn't agree. She lets me make mistakes and helps me work through them. She's incredible and not only is she beautiful on the outside but probably one of the most beautiful people on the inside that I've ever known. I love you Emmy!

1st Birthday!

We celebrated Braden's 1st birthday this last Saturday. We had a lot of fun despite the unexpected chilly, windy weather. Braden seemed to enjoy himself as well but was a little overwhelmed by everything going on around him.




Auntie Em =)


My dad and sister...

Braden

I met my sister at the park today and took some photos of my precious nephew, Braden. He wasn't exactly in the best of moods, but we made the most of it. =)

Baby Love

I got to spend the car ride home from Eugene, sitting in the back with my nephew Braden. I snapped some cute shots of this beautiful, sweet baby. I am so in love with him! He has such strong Dietrich characteristics, I can't help but laugh. His BIG brown eyes are a quality we all have in common. I love it. =) Not only is he incredibly cute, but he has the sweetest little personality. He is just filled with joy and smiles. I can't wait to watch him as he continues to grow. We will be celebrating his 1st birthday on June 18th. I can't believe he's almost a year old!