preparing for Alaska

Packing and doing end of the month tasks as we are getting ready to leave for Alaska. Grouted my stepping stone, went on my end of the month hike and updated my carry on address that I inherited from Mom ❤️

To finish the day, I went on a 5.5 mile hike at Willow River with three great friends. We celebrated with ice cream at Knoke’s 

staying cool on a sweltering day

Hanging out in my classroom to beat the stifling heat and humidity! My classroom is getting close! 

prairie morning

Kurt hosted us on the farm after the wedding and we got some golden opportunities to spend time seeing the beautiful animals and land. We also had lunch together and saw Kent and Eden going through the drive thru at    A & W. We then went over to visit Grandma B. She knew us and visited for quite a while! It was a gift. 

hello Mr & Mrs Blomgren

A lovely day on the prairies of southern Minnesota celebrating the love and marriage of our handsome nephew Evan to the beautiful bride Brooke. Anders, Ally, Brad, Osten and I were able to attend together (we missed Katie and Christian). We were star struck meeting a Vikings legend, Paul Krauss, who was a guest of the bride. So excited for Brooke and Evan as they start their marriage! 

little treasures

Shutterfly memories, concert photos released on social media, walks with friends. Precious memories to savor. 

porch dining

 

Cavatappi with pesto, garden lettuce with apple dressing, chicken sausage, fresh zucchini and tomatoes. YUM!