Summer's On Its Way

Aaron and I have really been enjoying the weather here now that it has started to warm up. FINALLY! The winters in Erie last FOREVER and we welcome the end to the depression:) Last week, we took our Pug, Jax down to the beach. Jax loves to go down and race with Aaron alongside the water. We have to spell out B-E-A-C-H when we talk about it, cause he knows what it is when he hears the word. We take a frisbee and his leash for he is always wanting to interact with other dogs, but its best to hold onto him. Jax has this thing where he thinks he trys to intimidate bigger dogs - much bigger dogs - its bizarre because he is not a big dog, but he'll bark at other dogs as if he is the King. Its pretty hilarious. There is this fun old-fashioned diner called Sara's that has burgers/fries/shakes, etc. The base of the countertop is an old car. Fun, huh. We ordered yummy orange serbert cones before going down to the beach. I like that place.

As we get closer to leaving this place come the end of the summer, I have reflected on the time that we have been here and the things we have learned. Graduate school is a heavily demanding program and at times life is not fun, frankly because you don't have one. While Aaron has been studying away, I have passed the time by having brain surgery, radiation, church callings, meeting new friends, sharing the gospel, taking pictures, reading the scriptures, seeing history sites, working part-time, and growing closer to my Heavenly Father and Savior Jesus Christ. The thing I will probably miss the most is watching the sunsets with my husband. I never appreciated sunsets until I met him. This summer, we plan to go to South Carolina, Gettysburg, the Hill Cumorah Pageant, Niagara Falls (third time), Toronto, and the Sacred Grove. Looking forward to sharing our pics and stories. So grateful to have a wonderful companion to share my life with. Love you Aaron, looking forward to a fun summer!