Monday, August 31, 2009

Goodbye August Hello September!

We are now on the last day of August, can you believe it. August went by so quickly. The funny thing is that the hot weather that we have been having comes at the end of summer. Hopefully this means that summer will stay longer and winter will come later. Wishful thinking I know.

Recently I was able to go to a musical in the town of Cardston. This was the first time I was able to attend there summer musicals and I must say it was not to bad. I attended the fun musical "Singing in the Rain" which is always a classic. There cast consists of mostly local people. Most of them are pretty young but pretty good. So if you have not attended the Cardston plays you should put this no your to do list.

Speaking of a to do list. I have been pondering buying a house for a long time and the other day I finally decided that it was time to see if I could do it. I made an appointment with the mortgage people and I was on my way. Let me tell you it is not as easy as it looks. There is so much that goes into buying a house that I had no idea about. So I was approved for a certain amount of money and it is really hard to find something decent that is in that price range. I don't want something that I will have to put a lot of money into but I can't afford brand new. So as you can see the selection is very slim. It's such a big purchase that I want to make sure I make the right decision.

On the weekend I didn't do to much because I had to work the whole time. I am very excited as I get the next two weekends off. What will I do with all that time! If the weather is as good as it is now, I will be a happy camper.

For all you tennis fans out there, the US open starts today! I am so excited!!! Andy Rodic all the way!!! As for the girls I just don't know who to cheer for maybe Serena. Any who watch it, you won't be sorry!

I hope you are all enjoying this wonderful weather as much as I am! Here's to September which I have a feeling will bring on some new adventures!!!

Mary

P.S. There is nothing better then tennis!!!

Monday, August 24, 2009

Summer all year round!

Sorry that I have not been around I have not had my computer for some time and now have it back. It's amazing how well I have done with out it.

Well we have had our share of rain this summer. This week has finally been rain free so far. Don't tell anyone its a secret or it might rain. I have been enjoying my summer even with the rain. It is my favorite time of year! It just never seams to last long enough. Why is there not enough summer months!!! Summer all year round! Spread it around and it might happen.

July went by way to fast. I attended some weddings, enjoyed the sunshine and said goodbye to a dear friend. There is only one good thing about someone dieing is that it brings friends together. I am a firm believer of this now. My August has also flown by. I did however get to go camping one weekend which was a lot of fun. I was able to attend some city festivities recently which in my opinion is always a good time.

Recently I have taken up running which just so that everyone knows is very hard. I find that it is a good workout and it gives me a change from my usual routine workout. I have come to the conclusion that you can never work out enough. No matter how fit you think you are it is always good to work out. I try to work out a few days a week, however sometimes that doesn't work out.

This summer has been great for the sport of golf. In the spring I was able to by some golf clubs and I have so intensely enjoyed this sport. I have been able to go several times with friends and each time I go I have gotten better. The other day I got my first birdie! There is something about having that one great shot. You can have a million bad shots and have one good shot and it will make your day. I know I am rambling but I think everyone should try golf at least once!

I have also had the privilege of going to the wonderful Waterton Lakes National Park a few times this summer. Every time I go I just love it there and don't want to leave. Just a suggestion to all of you who are tourists and think that wild animals wont hurt you they will. There has been so many people this summer try to feed deer. Yes they are nice to look at but come on they will attack if you feed them. That is just my hint for the day. I was so very lucky to see about 10 bear this year. I just love bears. I am not stupid and go up to them they are just so cute to look at!!!

I hope I will remember to update everyone on whats going on! Jenn Easthope this blog is for you!!!!

Love Mary

P.S. There is nothing better then tennis!!!