An Ode to You: Gudren, Josaphine and Maude!

Today, we found out that our 2 favorite hens and rambunctious rooster would be making the move with us to our new home in Panama City. We were worried that the home owner and city ordinances would prevent our sweet chickens from coming along, but alas, we were wrong! Here's to you Gudrun, Josaphine and Maude!

Road Warriors

Wow! It has been an incredibly busy week/weekend. I feel like Jim and I have driven every stretch of highway in Florida over the last 4 days. On Thursday, we made our way down to Bradenton to see some of my amazing friends. I am so happy that I keep in touch with these guys, they are all wonderful!

We spent also some time on the beach at White Ave. while we were there and I am happy to report that bp hasn't spoiled the pristine waters there...yet. We saw this cute little Gopher.

We unfortunatly had to leave Thursday evening to be at work nice and early Friday morning.

But that wasn't the end of our adventure, after work on Friday, we hopped back in the jeep and cruised down to Orlando to see Screeching Weasel. They are one of my favorite bands. Jim got tickets for us as an early birthday present for me. They were AMAZING! Best birthday present EVER!!!

On Saturday morning, we started off for Panama City to look at a few potential houses to rent for our BIG move. We found one that we like! It right on the water in West Bay! Jim is excited about being so close to the intercostal water way. We move in on July 9th!

After signing our lease paperwork, we went west to Niceville for Jim's 10 year highschool reunion. We got to see some of his friends and catch up. On Sunday, we went to Marianna for the 1st day of camp, before heading back to Gainesville.

Whew...what a full weekend!

Viva Las Vegas!

Jim and I just returned from a whirlwind week in Las Vegas, Nevada. It sure feels good to be home. I know the saying, "What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas", but I thought I'd let you in on a little of the fun that we had. We arrived on Saturday, checked into our hotel, and immediately headed for the strip. We visited Paris, Caesars Palace and the Bellagio. At the Bellagio, we saw the Chihuly hand-blown glass flowers, botanical gardens, and of course the amazing Bellagio fountain.

The following day, we rented a car and went to see the Hoover dam and Lake Mead. We took the dam tour and enjoyed the desert scenery.

On Monday evening we went to see Jubilee, the strips longest running topless review. It was amazing.

Tuesday evening was spent in preparation for Jim's STLE talk...which was the whole reason we were in Vegas in the first place.

Wednesday we visited the Venetian, Wynn, Excaliber, and NYNY.

While at NYNY, we rode the roller coaster. It was AWESOME! The view was great. The ride was great!

While at Planet Hollywood Wednesday evening, I won $200 at roulette!!!

Thursday was spent recovering from the previous evenings adventures. Jim played roulette at Stinky Bill's and won $10.

We went to Planet Hollywood for lunch and stumbled upon a red carpet movie premier and saw Jonah Hill, Holly Madison, and Russel Brand.

We caught a red-eye flight that evening. The weather was awful and we experienced a lot of turbulence, as well as being struck by lightening mid-flight. It was one of the most frightening things that I have ever experienced! Needless to say, we are happy and relieved to be back on the ground safe and sound in Gainesville. Vegas...it's been fun. Thanks for the memories!!!

Gone Pro!

As of yesterday, I am a PROFESSIONAL anthropologist! That's right, I am getting paid for my contribution at the Florida Museum of Natural History! YAY!

Apple Blossoms and cotton candy

My favorite orchid,

our "apple blossom" orchid, is in bloom. This thing is AMAZING to look at and it smells like heaven!

We are also lucky enough to have this guy,

right next to our front door. It's the craziest thing, this amaryllis smells just like cotton candy!

I am blissful today with all of the wonderful sights and smells!

Midnight Madness

Last night, Jim and I ran a 5k...at midnight! It was so much fun. We both set personal bests with our time! I clocked 0:25:31, which is amazing. If you know me, you know I am a slow runner. Jim clocked just a smidgen over 25. Next on our list of things to conquer: a 10k.

Welcome Spring!

It has been a looong winter. We are enjoying every moment of this beautiful day. Take a look at what's been springing up in our yard :o)

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