munsinger gardens.

this is my favorite place in st. cloud by far.
the gardens are ever-changing by season, but are always beautiful.
it's a little slice of heaven.
xoxo.

i can't believe it's been three years...

to my love,
it feels like just yesterday we were graduating from high school, and yet next year we'll be seniors in college. time goes so fast that it's scary, but in the end i'm just glad that it's been spent with you. you are my best friend, the one that i can confide in, and the one that i know will be there for me forever. i love you so much, luke. happy three years babe.

love,  your dweeble

these are the good old days.

summer is here.

xoxo.

quote

"Love is a verb. You have to do it." - Steve Ward

life updates!

This past week has felt like my life is in fast-forward. I'm always going going going, and yet I feel like I'm getting nothing done. I'm currently working 40 hours a week at a job that I tend to have a love-hate relationship with. Thank goodness it will only be another year until I can finally start my career in a job that I will love. Good thing for awesome coworkers that make even the slowest shift interesting. Aside from work, Luke is currently packing up and getting ready to move into his new house, and my roommate Alexa is doing the same while Laura, Megan and I get ready for our new roommate to move in. Life is so hectic.

This past weekend was a great break from reality. I spent Saturday relaxing and watching a marathon of Ancient Aliens on the History Channel. (Don't judge. You know you like it.) On Sunday, Luke and I headed to one of our friends, Bobby and Charlotte's, wedding. I can't believe he's married! It was a gorgeous wedding. Luke played classical guitar. I almost forgot how talented a musician he really is. He did an amazing job. The reception was a blast, and it almost felt like being back in high school. We saw all of our old friends, and it became a reunion of sorts. I had a great time. :)

Here are a few pictures from the reception:

the whole group!

my boys clean up nice... :)

or do they?

best man and i

luke and the groom

gregggggggg 

hope everyone had a great week!!

xoxo.

in two weeks...

i will be heading back to colorado, with my two very best friends, to visit my family. i love colorado so much, and it has finally started to feel more like "going home," despite the fact that i have never actually lived there. i can't wait to go up into the mountains. i truly believe it is one of the most beautiful places on earth. i could sit and stare for hours on end.

xoxo.

it's about time.

it has been so gorgeous outside these past few days.

i feel like summer is finally here.

what are you doing to enjoy the weather?

xoxo.

i had an amazing weekend.

my amazing friends. :)

he's legal! ;)

mexican village for luke's birthday dinner.

this is why i love them. (note the flying chip in the corner)

overall, the weekend was wonderful. luke had a successful birthday. the weather was perfect, and i didn't have to go into work. 

pretty perfect if you ask me.

xoxo.

I love you babe. :)

Love it. Love it. Love it.

 

Kathy, you are hot.

I bet she was just hilarious during the shoot.

Do any of you watch My Life on the D-list?

Great show.

xo.

Happy Mother's Day, Momma.

To the best mother in the entire world. I love you so much. :)

xo.

Ok, my obsession is a little bit sick.

All of you know that I'm obsessed with all things retro, especially pin-up girls. I've finally decided on what I'm going to get for my first tattoo. I probably won't be able to afford it until after summer, but I'm super excited. I won't say what it is, but I will say that these lovelies were part of my inspiration, as well as the World War II history class that I just finished...and received an A in, thank you very much. :)

xoxo.

Book Suggestions

Now that summer is finally here I actually have time for fun reading, rather than textbook reading. 

I'm open to anything really! 

List away, friends.

xoxo.

Totally in love...

Please watch this video! It's all retro pin-up girl style. I love love love it. ♥

Summertime Playlist

All of these songs bring me back to previous summers, and it puts me in such an amazing mood. :)

What is wrong with the world?

I am currently finishing up my third year of college. Many of you already know that my major is Secondary Social Studies education with an emphasis in history, and with a Human Relations minor. I am working my ass off for this education, and couldn't be more excited for what I'm going to be doing for the rest of my life. I'm obviously not doing it for the money, since teachers make a pathetic $35-50,000 a year, while professional sports players and actors make millions. Doesn't that seem a little wrong to you? Aren't teachers the most important job there is? It pisses me right the f@#$ off. Seriously.

So, on top of all of that bullshit, Minnesota legislature is trying to pass a bill that would allow people to get their teacher's licensure in 5 weeks, lowering teacher standards. Why do they think this is a good idea? Don't they want their kids to be taught by teachers who are well prepared, and who KNOW what they are talking about? Additionally, it will make it even more difficult than it already is for teachers who do have an ACTUAL education to find a job because no one wants to pay teachers what they deserve. Schools would rather hire an unexperienced teacher who they can pay less, than an educated teacher who they would have to pay more. I AM SO PISSED.

If any of you care, here is a link that goes a little more into detail about the bill. If any of you are from Minnesota, there is a link on the website to email the legislators. Please do it if you have the time.

I'm sorry to write such a negative post, but I feel so strongly about this topic.

Are any of you teachers? How do you deal with all of the crap that comes with such an amazing occupation?

I love this song.

Life Updates...

I am now approaching finals week, and I feel so incredible. After this semester I only have three left! This is both nerve-racking and exciting at the same time. Aside from the stress, life has been pretty good lately. I had a few crazy nights last week with a few minor headaches as a consequence, but it was definitely worth it. If there's one thing St. Cloud is good at, it's partying. I love all of the people in my life, and couldn't ask for anything more. I still don't have much to blog about, but I figured I'd at least say hi. :)

Here's a picture from Thursday night. I really really love my girls. :)

Dear Robert Downey Jr,

I am madly in love with you. Please don't tell Luke about our love affair.

Right back at ya hotstuff.