What are the Odds?: June 2010

Almost Caught Up

I'm not sure if anyone has noticed but this is my something like my 5th post for the day. I am desperately trying to get caught up. It has been an enjoyable morning of seeing the wonderful things I have done in the last couple of months. This post is simply an eclectic mix of the odds and ends that are left. Then in an hour or so I'm off to create new memories. Yellowstone with Emily! As much as I may belly ache about being single still.... There are a few perks-

First Hike of the Year

Awesome co-workers
Heather Hinz, Melissa Wilson (AKA miracle worker), and Me

Lake Blanche- yes there was plenty of snow to traverse to get there.

Over flowing spring run off

I can run but I can't hide

Why not have dinner in Wyoming?

Fun with chickens- and yes we hypnotized it.

The girls get together to celebrate Andrea's B-day.

I am so lucky to be such good friends with my sister-in-laws

UMMM... I love that girl

My movie date with Jacob!

And I really enjoyed "How to Train Your Dragon"

My Retreat

Last month I was going a little stir crazy and HAD to get out of town. I knew that my mental health was at stake if I spent another week off at home. So on Tuesday I called my grandma and asked what she was doing that week and if I could come-ummm... tomorrow. then I hopped in my car and took off 10hrs to Redlands California. NO, I didn't go to the beach. YES, I do love the beach- but that wasn't the objective. I went to be with my grandma. I slept in, went for a 2 morning runs (enjoyed thoroughly how my lungs didn't burn with asthma there), argued and lost with my grandma about who was paying for what, got a little sun, bought a bunch of the freshest sweetest oranges from the tree, Lion King, a trip to the apple orchards, my first apple dumpling, introduced my grandma to Red Box with a rental of Young Victoria (highly recommended!! amazing film) and then Saturday I turned right around and came home. It was just what the doctor ordered. Love you Grandma!!
We are 2 independent women steadfast and immovable (that is what my grandma says instead of stubborn) and it is an honor to be your granddaughter.

California Poppies- growing wild on the side of the road.

Roses Roses Roses

A few weeks ago I took a class on Roses for Beginners at the Red Butte Gardens. I must put a little plug in for the Red Butte Gardens. If you have never been- you must go! It is amazing.
The teacher is a rose fanatic. If you think I'm exaggerating just wait- you will agree with me I promise. I can only describe him as Occidental/Guernsville meets West Side SLC. I do realize that means nothing to most- but for the people who do know those two places it means everything.
This man and his wife bought a corner drug store and turned it into their home and office. In place of the parking lot and side lots he has planted roses. Almost 500 different rose bushes. He said his rose garden was peaking and that anyone was welcome to just help themselves through his gate and have a look. So I took him for his word. I rode my bike down to 880 W 200 S- Emily drove out to meet me and this is what we found.

PS- I learned a lot of great things about taking care of roses which I am very excited about! I have been wanting to learn more about caring for roses for years. It was a great class and now my roses will be even greater.

Spiral Jetty and The Golden Spike

Emily planned a great Saturday escape to get out to see the wonders that are so close- yet sometimes so far at the same time. A 2hour drive out to The Golden Spike State Park and a view of the Spiral Jetty. A few cars, a bunch of girls, a party sack complete with a wooden train whistle and snacks (because Emily is just that great), an incredible dynamic sky and you have a great adventure.