Triathlon Training

I have been training for a triathlon since the beginning of the new year! For those who don't know it is a race where you swim, bike, and run. No worries, I don't look as sexy as the racers in the photos! I have been wanting to do one for years now, but never really pursued it. I decided that there is no better time than right now, since I'm not prego and I only have one child to push in the jogging stroller!

I got online to register for my May 24th race, and it was already sold out! I am so bummed! Luckily there is a triathlon going on in Richland, WA July 5th! If i can't find one sooner, you will see me swimming in the cold Columbia River in July!

-k

Cheers to College Days

Laura with Benjamin (Feb 2008)
Char and Seth (March 2008)
Michelle and Me (April 2008)


So here we are, saying cheers to the girls of Windgate 12 (our apartment/memories for 2 years in college). Michelle, Laura, Charlotte, and I were roomates for most of my college days until I got married. Since then, Laura has gotten married and had a baby and now lives in Texas, Char got married and now lives in Ireland, and Michelle went on a mission to Chile and just graduated from BYU and is going to work in DC . In June, I will be the last to pack up my truckful of memories and say cheers to our college days! Thank goodness we have Julie (our sudo-roommate) to keep us grounded in Utah!
I know the Lord led me to have these amazing friends! It's amazing to look back to where we have been and where we are now! I learned so much from thier examples! I can't wait until our reunions!

-k

Stinker

The following is a conversation we think Grant had in his brain:I can't believe how bored I am!

I've gotta find SOMETHING to do!

This plan is amazing!
I am a freakin genius! This is awesome!
Just up and over and the work is done!
Daddy just doesn't have quite enough to read in the bathroom!

Walking Maniac!

Once the piles of snow melted outside of our door, Grant would climb on top of the couch to look out the window and just point to the yard. We have spent as much time as possible on our "spring" feeling days outside! He loves to walk around the yard, find new treasures, and chase the cat that lives here. We didn't think he could get any busier, but he has proved us wrong!

More Classy Little Details

Here's a few more projects that I've been working on! There is still more to come!

PS My business is going really well! I can't wait to get up to Washington to see how it goes there!

-k

We're Moving to Yakima!!

Downtown Yakima with Mt. Adams in the backgroud (we believe!)

We're headed to Volcano Country!

http://www.visityakima.com/

Rob, Grant, and I are ready for the next new adventure in our lives! Rob will be attending medical school in Yakima, Washington, so that means we get to pack up and head north in June! We are so excited for the upcoming change and ready for the new attractions to see!

I have done some research about Yakima, and despite some people's opinions, there IS a lot to do in the Yakima Valley. Let's be honest, most places are much more happening than Payson, UT where everyone lives for Onion Days!

So, here's our list of things and places we want to see while we live in Washington (aka our mini tour brochure of the Yakima Valley!)

• For you cliff note people (like me!) just pay attention the the bold type! :)

In Yakima and surrounding cities:

• Floating down the Yakima River



• Yakima Canyon: wildlife viewing, fishing, camping, and river rafting



• Plenty of farms to get some canning done (asparagus, eggplant,berries, pumpkins, and all other kinds of fruits and veggies



• Yakima Greenway: A 10 mile paved path along the Yakima River. Great for running, biking, rollerblading, etc. There are parks, lakes, and playgrounds along the way.



• Historic North Front St: Along the boardwalk of Track 29 there are fun shops in railroads cars to browse!



• Hop on an Airplane at the Yakima Airport to go visit TN!!!

• Fly Fishing: Ask Rob...there's too many to list :)



• Golfing



• Great white water rafting in September



• Capitol Theatre: If you in a mood for a broadway play this is the place to go!



• Meadowbrook Family Fun Center : I don't really know what this is but sounds fun!



• Hillside Desert Botanical Garden: I don't know about his one either, but sounds interesting!



• Home of the minor leauge baseball team the Yakima Bears



• Yakima Valley also as the 13 miles of yard sales in Klickitat County (June 14-15)



• U-pick Cherries: Many farms offer thier produce for you to come pick free of charge! So get a canning! See http://www.johnsonorchardfruit.com/ for some cherries (june 20th) Washington cherries are my favorite!!



• Don't miss the Yakima Valley Fair (Aug 6-9) and the Pear Fest (Sept. 20th)



• During July and August a family movie is played outside in park on a big blow up screen each Sunday night.



• And of course you can't miss eating at the the famous Miner Burger!



• Also, i must mention that there is a Target and Costco in the area (plus a mall or two and a craft warehouse!)



• In Ellensburg (Central Washington University) there is the Chimpanzee and Human Communication Institute where the longest running reasearch on 3 ASL Chimps are.



• In Selah: Go see where Tree Top Apple Juice is made!



• In Prosser: We won't miss the Scottish Festival (June 21st)



• In Sunnyside: You can visit the Darigold Cheese/Ice cream Factory! YUM!



• In Toppenish: Also known as the city of murals (most buildings are covered in amazing murals..very cool!) Also, at Christmas time they provide train rides to the "North Pole" to get your picture taken with Santa! We are for sure going to visit this one with Grant!

• And of course it is wine country, so if you like wine there is plenty of that to taste!
  

In about an hour you can get to:

• White Pass and Chinkook Pass: Great places for skiing (White Pass only), biking, hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing.

• Richland: To see our family and all the cool fairs/festivals down at the river!
  
• Levenworth: A really cool "city in the Alps" barvarian town! A must see!
  


• Mt. Rainier: We will hike/climb it!!

• Other Volcanos (I'm still gathering more info)
  

In about 2 hours you can get to:

• Seattle: Zoo, Aquarium, Space Needle, Science Center, Fisherman's Warf, and all the other cool Seattle stuff!

If you know of any more attractions/events, or if I need to make corrections, let us know! We'd love to hear from you!
-k

Classy Little Details

Classy Little Details
Gifts & Home Decor

I've started my own very small business. I am making vinyl signs/blocks and other home decor! I've decided to call it Classy Little Details, because that's what I want them to be in someone's home. I have really enjoyed it so far! I have even gotten a few of my items in my hair dressers salon (she is running a consignment shop too!) Rob and I are seeing if this will bring in some grocery money to see if it is worth doing while he is in medical school, and let's be honest, it will keep me entertained! So, if your looking for a gift or just trying to add some spice to your home, I may have a solution!

Above are just a few things I have made, but lots more to come! The one's with bows are how I wrap them to put them on the store's shelf! Sorry for the glare of the celophane!