Christmas in July???

What started out as a fairly typical, overcast 4th of July barbeque, quickly changed. We were all out in the backyard playing games and eating dinner when it started to get cloudy.  Once I was finished eating, I felt a few raindrops on my head so I went inside.  Shortly thereafter the heavens exploded in a fury of ice-balls.  It was coming down so hard that the streets soon turned into rivers, and the deck was covered in dime-sized hail.  It continued to come down for about 10 minutes straight.  When it was over we went out to check the damage.  The tent we have been sleeping in had leaked and water was all over the floor, drenching the part of the blanket that had fallen there.  The temperature had dropped so much that I needed a blanket and a sweater to even attempt to stay warm while watching the fireworks.  Needless to say, this was a holiday to remember, it's just strange that it happened on what is usually the hottest holiday of the year.

p.s. the Hawaiian-themed outfit was created after eating sorbet from coconut shells.  We decided we needed to put these to use; and what better than a coconut bra? It was intended for my brother, but Brian thought I needed to try it out.

Carling Family Reunion

Saturday was fun for us. We were able to go to my family's reunion in Logan, Utah.  It was a get together of all of my aunts, uncles, and cousins that I haven't seen in years.  Brian was also able to meet some of my relatives that were unable to make it to our wedding.  It was interesting because so much has changed with my family as the years have gone by.  Many of my cousins have married and had children so there's a whole new generation running around.  Anyway, it was nice to get together. We were even able to fit in a game or two of horseshoes.

Hiking the Y

Since we've lived in Provo we have wanted to hike up to the Y together.  I have hesitated, however, because I am not in the best shape for a steep uphill hike.  Last week we finally decided to do it.  Brian had already hiked it once in the last 2 months so he knew what to expect.  He told me it was uphill the entire time, but I didn't realize how true that was.  We had barely started the hike and it was already so steep my shins were starting to hurt.  After 50 minutes and a few stops to catch my breath, we made it to the top.  It was great to know that I was able to do it.  Brian assures me that it will be much easier next time.  Our (my) goal is to beat 50 minutes.