Cousins

Cousins....
Who else can make you laugh like crazy? It's like having more sisters!
I love you guys!
XOXO

Blayne Duffin Bird

Grandpa, I love you and will miss you.
I will miss the yearly travels to the huge metropolis of Blackfoot to visit you and Grandma in the summers. Some of my fondest childhood/family memories were in your basement or in your backyard around the fire pit.

This potato is a couple blocks from Grandpa's house. Great photo op for tourists!


You supported me in everything I did. You were at my high school and college graduations, and you were quick to tell me how proud you were of me.


I will miss your stories, your opinions about life, our phone calls, and your love for me. Thankfully, those sweet memories will continue to live on. I will treasure those memories forever. I will continue to try to be patient and flexible too. :)

Happiness is...

Happiness is not having to hop out of bed right when you wake up.
Happiness is a good surprise.
Happiness is a beautiful sunny day in Yosemite.
Happiness is Nathan calling and saying "Auntie Hoot, can you come over and play?"
Happiness is a good laugh (I mean the one that makes it hard to catch your breath and you are just crying it's so funny!)
Happiness is knowing that my grandparents are together and happy too.
Happiness is good sourdough bread.
And happiness is good friends sending amazing flowers to cheer me up. (just when I thought I might fire you and get new friends!) I really do love you guys!

It's that time of year again!

That's right... it is the time for the outdoors and loving every minute of it!
I made my first trip to Yosemite for the year. It was fantastic! Great weather, good friends, and good climbing! I can't wait to go back again soon (4 weeks and counting!)
Happy outdoor season to you all!


First outdoor climbing experience! Yahoo!


Good friends and a good view of Half Dome


Is that a bear? No... check out that gorgeous view!