37 Days

I have not blogged in 37 days. Somewhere between ending the quarter and starting my summer vacation, I just stopped. I don't know what happened to my blog this past month, but I am appreciative for what has happened to my life. I have not blogged in 37 days. But, I have not stopped appreciating every moment. It is easy to let life happen. It is hard to always appreciate it. Today, I vow to get back. To get back to the project, to get back to blogging, and to get back to appreciating, publicly.

Over the past 37 days, I have been fortunate to experience so many things in which I am extremely appreciative for. Here are some photos to capture the highlights:

Love.

Summer morning breakfasts

Zip lining...thank god we survived!

The view from our room in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

Bowling on Father's Day

Watching fireworks on the 4th at SB West Beach

Drake Winery....love!

Inspiration

The chance to babysit and spend my afternoons being silly, playful, and getting my hair did...by a 7 year old.

Brian's baby photos

An afternoon at the OC Fair!

6.17.12

1. Today is Father's Day and I am lucky enough to be celebrating one of the best. My dad is far more than a dad. He is a hero. He is a motivator. He is an inspiration. He is a model. He is a source of support. He is kind. He is loving. He is compassionate. He is forgiving. He is generous. He believes. He lives. He creates change. He never gives up. My dad is my friend. One of my best friends. My dad has been at the heart of who I am each day and everything I am, I owe to my dad. I am proud to be his daughter and although everyday should be Father's Day, I'm thankful to be celebrating this day to the fullest.

2. My first strike in bowling....done grandma style.

3. My dad and I were walking on Rodeo Drive today pursuing all of the amazing cars featured in the Brittish car show. Amongst all the metal and heavy machinery, we decided to take a break from the scorching heat and wandered our way into the Dolce & Gabana store. Immediately, he spotted a gorgeous shirt featuring the one and only Elvis. Although I already had his gifts wrapped and ready to go, I decided to make an additional impromptu purchase. He was so excited and I was so happy to be able to do something like this for him. After all, he's given me 29 years of impromptu love and kindness.

6.16.12

1. Shopping for Costa Rica.

2. Running errands for Costa Rica.

3. Making final travel arrangements for Costa Rica.

What does this all mean? Costa Rica is in 4 days!

6.15.12

1. The OFFICIAL last day of the quarter! I love being in school, I love being a student, and I love doing what I do. But never have I been more excited for something to end (school) and something new to begin (summer).

2. The opportunity to babysit two adorable kids. It was fun to chat with them, play a pick-up game of basketball, and watch some movies together. No matter how old I get, babysitting never gets old.

3. South Coast Deli for what I like to call--luncher (lunch + dinner).

6.14.12

1. A productive research meeting. It's nice when we can feel accomplished and effective.

2. The chance to eat dinner at 6pm.

3. A day to get caught up on cleaning, errands, and enjoying life.