True Wit.

Imagine the receptionist of a very respectable accounting firm exploding with laughter from the front desk and completely piercing the tranquil quiet that had settled on the office.

What made her laugh? You may ask. Just this...

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I love this little piece of funniness because it makes me laugh on so many different levels. But I'm not going to try to explain the reasons it makes me laugh. I'll just say it's the kind of funny that makes my insides giddy.

Wit:

The keen perception and cleverly apt expression
of those connections between ideas that awaken
amusement and pleasure.
(Dictionary.com)

Ten On Tuesday

1. In 6 days, I get to go to California to visit John's family and my family!! I'm so excited!!!

2. I'm not lonely but I am alone right now. John is down in Salt Lake until Friday for training. It's strange coming home from work and not hearing his "Hello!!" as soon as he hears the door open.

3. October 1st. Three words. Pushing Daisies Premiere.

4. October 1st. Five words. Start of my favorite month.

5. Why am I thinking about October?! Oooh, Hot apple cider.

6. That reminds me. Does anyone else start thinking almost continually about Christmas in the middle of summer? It's true! I started mulling over carols and cards and ornaments the other day at work. John says I'm obsessed, but I promise it's perfectly healthy. I just have a very strong appreciation for that certain holiday.

7. I'm about to put on a peeling face mask. I just love when I can peel it off in one piece.

8. One of my plants bloomed for me! The mini Hoya plant that my mom gave me went crazy with it's cute little white flowers.

9. I'm hungry. Kiwi anyone?

10. I saved the best for last... ... I GET TO FLY TO CALIFORNIA! And I've NEVER flown before! I've heard people say that it's not that spectacular, but I'm excited anyway! I get to join the legions of Americans that traverse across the friendly skies to destinations that I would have normally driven to. But this time I'm Flying!

Don't Forget the KIDDOS!

I thought I would take a moment to mention the special children that have graced us with their presence recently. I was looking through these pictures and thought they were too cute to be missed. I' am lacking a photo of Israel, though. But even still here's your "Awe of the day"...

GREAT FALLS and BUTTE COLLIDE!

This was SO great! We had a bunch of our friends visit us for the 4th of July! Here in Butte! I was so BLESSED that they would come here just to hang out with us. The Cotto Clan and the whole Swanson brood drove the two and a half hours to stuff into our apartment for TWO NIGHTS! We watched some fireworks, observed the parade, had some awesome barbecue, (Thanks all you men) and generally just hung out. And we got to introduce some Butte friends to these Great Falls friends! I was in heaven because it was so refreshing to me to spend such a large chunk of time with everyone of them! I just hope that everyone else thought it was a cool as I did to share your living space with 10 human beings for the weekend. Thank you Nate, Rachel, Isaac, Isabelle, and Israel, AND Josue, Debra, and Eliana, AND Andy.

My First Drive-In!

Have you ever been to a Drive-in Movie Theater? I HAVE NOW!! It's always been my dream to go to a Drive-in, and there's one just a few minutes west of town. It's exactly like what I've always imagined. You pay at the entrance, pull up to a spot, and as the sun goes down and the sky grows dark, you get to watch a movie from the comfort of your own car. And my favorite part is that you tune your radio into the frequency that they broadcast the movie's sound on. (That's so COOL!) We've also added an extra special touch by backing into our spot and opening up the back of our Tahoe. Once the seats are folded down, we have an excellent reclining lounge chair, with room! So does any of this make you want to come to the movies with me? Debra? Marissa?


There's John and Andy during Leather Heads. (It was a little slow.) So far we've watched that and Kung Fu Panda. By the way, I thought Kung Fu Panda was a very fun movie. Funniest line... "I wish my mouth was bigger." Second Funniest line... "Schadoosh." Jack Black did a really good job as the Panda.



This is a Angela and Curtis, and they are really nice. Angela is Andy's sister and Curtis is Angela's boyfriend. They are both going to be Pharmacists when they grow up. For real! They are currently going to school in Missoula to do just that. And I sound kind of like an I-Can-Read book during this part. . . or like Kevin on the Office.

I Just Love Road Trips

Well, I've finally taken a little time to sit at the computer. And since it's been so long I thought I might as well show some old photos. This was John and Andy in Bozeman about a month ago when we had the first break in the winter weather. We went on a hike near there and then went into town and had Johnny Carino's and Cold Stone Creamery! (What a GREAT combination!) It looked like the sky was on fire, so I had the guys stop before getting back in the car. They kept making faces and this is my favorite. It's a pretty funny picture if you look at the different elements.
I JUST LOVE ROAD TRIPS!!! Even if it's only for a day long, like this trip, hopping in the car to go explore somewhere is definitely one of my favorite things. Thanks guys.

I accidentally snapped this photo. I think it's fun.

Six on Sunday

1. I've never done a "Ten on Tuesday," so I thought this would be my first jump into the blogging of random thoughts. I don't know if I'm allowed to make up my own day, though.

2. I wonder when Christel will go into labor. And what will it be???!!! I'm so excited!

3. I'm missing home, so I really hope that she goes into labor soon! Then we'll drive up.

4. I need to cook another meal soon. John's been really nice to me lately because his school has been easier on him than work's been on me. Actually, works not that bad, John's just being really nice and he either puts together something or we go into the kitchen and graze like cattle. But I sort of miss successfully putting together a good meal. There's such a sense of accomplishment when I do that.

5. I'm craving hiking. I really want the weather to get just a little nicer and then we'll just walk off into the mountains. I remember how much fun it was when Dan and Amber took me backpacking into the Bob Marshal, so we need to invest in some nice packs and we can do it too!

6. I wonder if Emily will have to share her birthday with her baby brother or sister? I guess we'll find out soon! HAPPY MOTHER"S DAY!!

My Friend

I know that some of you may have been worried that I fell of the face of the earth, (as far as blogging is concerned) so I thought I'd assure you that, "Yes, I'm still alive!" And I wanted to show you who I've been spending all my time with recently. This handsome man to your right has been hanging out with me a lot. In fact, every evening when I get off of work, we eat together and then hang out for most of the night. Sometimes we do physical things like go on walks or play Frisbee. Other times we watch shows like The Office or find funny videos on the internet. Lately he's even been making me chocolate covered strawberries since Safeway keeps running great deals on that sweet, succulent fruit for 4 lbs for $4.99.

I guess I'll just tell you, I really like this guy and I have it on good authority He likes me too. So I think I'll go spend more time with him.

I Love You John!

(By the way, he's been doing all the dishes for me!)

The GANGS of BUTTE!

It's true. We have encountered a problem with gangs here in Butte. And no one is doing anything about it! Everyone I ask about this acts like it's not a big deal. I've even thought about writing a letter to the editor asking the authorities to get involved and crack down. John and I look out our windows and we're surrounded. When we drive in our car, we fear rolling the windows down! So I decided I would start taking my camera with me everywhere I went to try to catch some of the riff-raff in their horrible antics. Here's what I've documented so far...

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... We ask that the authorities do something quickly, before the problem escalates!

Now for real, WHO LET THE DOGS OUT?! What is with all these dogs walking around, acting like they own the place? Either Butte's humane society isn't run very well, or they just don't mind dogs running at people's cars without regard for their lives. Or maybe, all the dogs got together with their glocks and brass knuckles and rioted at the pound until the humans ran away in fear.

That's probably what happened.