Angel Game

St. John got a group of tickets for employees and a bunch of us went to the game today. It was a fantastic game and so much fun!

Me & Valerie

Maria & I

Jenn & Naya

Maria & I enjoying our ice cream sundaes

And the Angels win after being down by 2 with 2 outs in the bottom of the 9th!
Buffy sporting her new Angel's cap :)

Relay for Life

Last night Dave and I walked our 2 hour leg for Team St. John at the Relay for Life in Costa Mesa. I ended up raising over $1,000 (I ranked #9 of all 517 participants for fund raising) for the American Cancer Society and the St. John team raised over $10,000!!! In all the event raised over $61,000!!!! Thank you so much to all who made donations!!!!

We walked from 9pm to 11pm and got to enjoy the Luminary lighting ceremony.

In all there where 400 bags that lined the track in memory of or in support of those who have battled or are battleing cancer. Me with the bag I made for my late Grandma June
Me with the bag I made for a friend recently lost to cancer
Dave and I at the end of our leg of the relay

Sarah's Bridal Shower

The bridesmaids and MOB arrived early to set up

We played the toilot paper dress game
The paper brides line up for judging

The winning team with the judge of honor

The gifts
The bride-to-be opening her many gifts while I took notes. The bridesmaids with the bride-to-be

Happy Mother's Day

Hollywood Charity Horse Show

Had a fun show this weekend. 2 solid rides. I feel like I've built some confidence in Zeke & I.

Here's a video of our ride on Sunday. I late lead change put us out of the money, but overall a good ride.

Relay For Life

On May 30, 2009 I will be participating in the Relay for Life event held in Costa Mesa at Orange Coast College. I will be participating as a memeber of the St. John relay team. Please check out my page to find out why this is so important to me and see all the ways you can support me and this wonderful event. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society and are tax deductable.

Relay for Life

Easter Sunday

He is Risen!!!

Hoppy Easter

A Bag & A Balloon

Who knew such simple items would provide such grand entertainment!?!?!

Trip to Seattle

Day 1 - Rest & Relaxation

Dave dropped me off at Josh and Laura's house straight from the airport so that he could go to his client's office to begin the install he had come to do. It was only 2pm so Josh and Laura were still at work. As I entered the house and began to walk around I instantly felt at home. The house is perfect; beautifully decorated, completely imaculate, and incredibly homie. As I sunk into the sofa in the family room, book in hand, I gazed out the large bay window to be greeted by robins and blue jay's in the back yard. Relaxation came immediately.

By 5:30pm Laura was home and another hour later Josh, Dan, & Dave had also arrived. We had a tasty home made Tortilla Soup dinner followed by a rousing game of Ticket to Ride. As I recall I think Josh won.

Day 2 - The Adventures of Laura & Kristin

With Josh & Dave off to work, Laura and I had the day all to ourselves. No time schedule and no 'have toos'. So we got ready at a leisurly pace and headed out to explore Seattle. The only things are the agenda were to take pictures and have fun. And we did both for sure!

First we went to Pike Place Market.

We strolled the market place talking to venders about their craft and genrally taking it all in. After walking thru nearly the entire market there was still one vender that stuck out in our minds so we decided to go back and make a purchase. We each got a handmade ring of wire and handmade glass beads. The lady made Laura's ring as we watched. There was an amazing vocalist street performer singing not far from there so we were in no hurry to leave as we watch in awe. Then we crossed the street to visit the very 1st Starbucks and Laura intoduced me to my new favorate drink; the Chai Tea Latte.By this time we were getting pretty hungry for lunch so we headed back to the car taking advantage of any photo opportunities along the way. We had lunch at Maggie's Bluff Cafe, which was quite yummy and a fun atmostphere. After lunch we toured Magnolia Hill and Queen Anne Hill. So many beautiful homes and amazing views.

We also toured Freemont and Golden Garden Beach before heading home to regroup.

We ended up going to the cute and quant downtown Edmonds for dinner. After dinner we caught the tail end of an art walk.

Then dessert (key lime pie & creme brule) on the water at . It was the perfect ending to a perfect day!!!

Day 3 - Urban Underground

Josh & Dave got to join in the fun this time. 1st we visited the troll under Aurora Bridge.

Then to down town Seattle for dinner at a Brazilian BBQ place for lunch. Then for a 6 block swift hike to Pioneer Square to catch the Seattle Undergroud Tour. It was so fun to learn about the begins of Seattle.

Then a quick drive thru the University of Washinton campus. And then back home to pack up and head to the airport.

It was such an awesome trip and so full of wonderful memories I couldn't possibly capture them all in a blog post, but above are just a few of the highlights.

Thank you Josh & Laura. We love you both so dearly and so treasure the time we got to spend with you.