I've been busy spending time with the family [and therefore laughing, talking, goofing off, and anything else we can think of]. Here is a quick update of events via pictures, none of which are edited. Oh well. Hope you all are having a wonderful summer so far, I know I am!
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This is a public park in Rochester, MN. This is my brother about to jump into a public fountain. Welcome to my crazy family. |
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Boys and I spent the day in the Twin Cities |
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I want this Vespa. Predictably found outside of an Urban Outfitters in the Cities. |
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Since our birthdays are so close in June, we go to a Japanese steakhouse every year to celebrate. |
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Trooping out to a pretty spot for family pictures. |
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Me, Veronica, Hunter, Cole. I am the oldest sibling, and by far the shortest member of our family. WTH. |
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Awkward family photo...where's Hunter?! |
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Spent a day with my three best friends from high school. Love these ladies!!! |
P.s. I have been nominated for
two amazing blog awards from some pretty cool people. I'll be responding to those and awarding some of my own favorites when I have a chance! So honored and privileged, and can't wait to bestow the same treat on others!
Even without editing, these pictures are gorgeous. I especially love the family pic where your brother is sneaking in the background :)
ReplyDeletehahahah these were great! I love the pic with your brother in the background. I can see my friends and I taking pictures like that.
ReplyDeleteAnd my gosh how tall are you?? They make you look dwarf size! LOL.
Hope you enjoyed/are enjoying Uhmurrica!!!
Also I forgot to mention but your shade of red is just absolutely breathtaking. We all know how I feel about red hair. Yours may just be my favorite!!!
ReplyDeleteSuch great pics! That tall grass photo is awesome...but I'd constantly be paranoid of TICKS - call me weird.
ReplyDeletehaha! You are so much shorter! I cracked up at your caption! Oh, and that vespa is AMAZING!
ReplyDeleteGreat photos! You all look sooo grown up, I can't believe it!
ReplyDeleteI love that Vespa, and the awkward family photo is hilarious! It took me a minute to spot the guy walking up in the background! Ha!
ReplyDeleteDid you make it to the Mall of America? Not my favorite place in the world as I am not a retail shopper, but my kids LOVE Lego Land and Underwater Adventures. :)
ReplyDeleteThe "spoon" how very Minnesotan...lol!
I am SO glad that you are having fun on your trip!