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12.08.2009

Ready-Set-Graduate!

I know, I know, I just posted about school, right? Well I now have 30 minutes to kill before I turn in my VERY last final and it occurred to me that this is the only time I'll ever get to experience this feeling. From where I'm standing, it would be silly not to write about it while I have the chance.
My LAST FINAL EVER!! Can you even believe it?! It has been a lot of work, tears, and sleepless nights, but I'm finally here. Was it worth it? Maybe not. But either way, it's time to open a new chapter in my book of life.

Here is a list of things I'm excited to pursue in my post-student life:
1. Reading for enjoyment- I've discovered that I'm a total nerd. I love reading about words, yes words, and psychology, and spiritual topics, and of course, the classic escapism books. Regardless of the subject material, it'll be nice to read the occasional educational book not because I have to, but because I want to.
Speaking of which, has anyone ever read Word's Worth or Write Tight? They are great books for word nerds like myself.
2. Gym visits- Before getting married, Tyler and I were both in excellent shape. Pretty soon school caught up with us and now we rarely get to go. I plan on enrolling in either a zumba class or a belly dancing class. Seriously. People are often surprised by this, but belly dancing is one of the best ab workouts in existence. You should all try it and see for yourselves.
3. Cooking- I love cooking and trying new recipes, but rarely have time to do it. This is one thing I absolutely will not settle on; cooking will be pursued regularly at the Grange house from here on out.
5. Scrap booking- I finally get to do more digital scrap booking and it is going to be fantastic! Now if only I had really great adventures to scrapbook about...
6. Holding cute babies- Okay so this is not school related, but I'm about to become an auntie (courtesy of Stacie and Kelly) and I can hardly wait. She is going to be an absolute doll!
7. Brushing up on my dirt bike skills- This list is sounding way too girly; I just had to throw something a little less frilly into the mix. In all honesty though, my Kawi has been rather neglected over the years and it's high time I rediscover my need for speed.
8. Last but not least, Driving by students walking through ice next semester and laughing- A little mean I know, but that's one of the things I dreaded each spring semester and I can't think of a better way to appreciate the moment. To all of you students out there, it's all in good humor :)

And with that, I'm going to brave the icy weather and close this chapter of my life. So long readers!

Our Wedding

Vwala! Here are our pictures as promised. They're miniscule looking on here, but you should be able to click on the link to enjoy them in a more big and beautiful state.

Temple Day

Temple Day
We took this on the day of my first temple visit

The Great Outdoors

The Great Outdoors
Pre-Marriage Camping trip