74 - Sunflowers

I just got the new Better Homes and Gardens magazine. I really like getting this even though I don't really do much with it besides read it. This time though, I saw sunflowers. They are so pretty.
I'm seriously considering planting some in the backyard. They're easy to grow and like sun light. How challenging could it possibly be?
Tell me what you think? Should I plant some or not?

73 - Colors

I named this picture colors purely because the purple is so beautiful. I was being silly yesterday taking pictures of myself and accidentally snapped one of my chest. I really didn't mean to do that. When I saw the picture though, I knew it was the picture for the day. I really think it's a neat perspective.

72 - A Girl's Best Friend

Taj is just so sweet! I was doing homework for hours on end and he just wanted to spend time with me. He obviously got bored waiting for me to finish.

Here is the Taj Mahal, snoozing on my chair looking like the happiest cat in the world. I would have to say, my cats ... well they gotta be a girl's best friend!

71 - Golf Class

Golfing is fun. I've been a few times and I really enjoy it. I'm so excited that I get to take a golfing class this summer that counts as my P.E. credit.
This picture is of the balls I'm about to kindly toss down the green with my 7 iron. I learned that your legs give the ball distance, that proper hand position keeps your hands comfortable, and that if you are nice to the ball it will actually go far.
I had a great time at class. I even got kudos from the teacher on my skills. Woo Woo! Tiger Woods watch out!

70 - Shipment to Joplin, MO

Wow! People really pulled through and donated a lot to this family in Joplin. I couldn't believe how much stuff we were able to send. The total box count was 25 boxes. On top of that, my mail room at work offered to pay the shipping.

It just warms my heart to know there are so many people willing to help.

We plan on sending another shipment out there in a few weeks.

69 - Neighbors are moving!

I know this is awful, but I'm really thrilled these people are moving. When I first moved in, these neighbors kept a dog outside 24/7. The poor thing was mean and barked ALLLLLL the time. They were fined several times before actually losing the dog. Then they got a wiener dog, and did the same thing.
Now that the wiener dog has been gone for awhile, they exchanged the wild animal barking for noisy teenagers that like to party during the week.
These neighbors have been nice to my face, but cruel to friends as well. One of them egged some of our friend's cars and possibly gave a flat tire to another friend. They just are nasty.
So needless to say, I was thrilled to see the U-Haul trailer there. I wanted to cheer as they drove off down the road. I'm so bad.

68 - Closet full of food

The recent tornado disaster in Joplin, MO has me on "appreciate everything I have" mode. I was just grabbing a snack and when I opened the closet door, I knew that I needed a picture of this.
People in Joplin lost everything in the F5 tornado. I can't imagine what that was like or how they are feeling. So to try to help, I mentioned to a few people I was sending a care package to a family out there that lost everything plus 3 family members.
There just isn't enough we can do. It breaks my heart.

67 - New Shoes

I love getting new shoes! There is just something about wearing them that make me so happy. I ordered a pair from online at the beginning of the month. When they showed up, they were too big. I shipped them back and exchanged them for these adorable flats.
I've worn these a few times now and I will say they are very comfortable. They go with everything too.
I can't wait to get another pair. I want some fancy summer sandals now and some heels for the dress I'm wearing to a wedding coming up. Shopping time!

66 - Ladies Night Out

Bunco...one of my favorite nights of the month! I have been playing for over 2 years now and it is still as fun as the first time I played. I truly have wonderful girlfriends. The girls that I play with are completely and genuinely some of the greatest women I know.
Another bonus...I won a $15 gift card to Target! Now that makes for a great night with the girls!

65 - Weekend Relaxation Technique

Ah, Blue Moon after working. There is nothing like relaxing to a nice beer after some tiring days.

After work, I met Rob and friends at a local pub for dinner. It was nice. I had this great jalapeno burger with this beer. I was so relaxed that I almost fell asleep at the table. Talk about ready for bed at 7. Geez!

After I ate and finished one more beer, I headed home. We sat by the cast iron fire pit outside for a bit and then I was done after that. I slept great that night. Thank you Blue Moon for chillaxin' me after a exhausting few days.

64 - Granny

I forgot to post this picture before the Konk picture. This is my grandma. She's a very happy and lovable grandma, the best ever to walk the earth. This woman is kind, loving, knowledgable, strong...so many things. She is someone I hope to be like. I love my Grandma!

63 - Rainy Day

Well, we've been having lots of rainy days, which is fine with me. I'm happy as long as it isn't snow. This pictures is the wet driveway before I was getting ready to leave. Most would think this is an odd picture...but honestly I love it. Rain is intriguing to me. It is beautiful and refreshing. I am enjoying this wet spring we are having. It will be a short time before summer hits and it is hot.

62 - The Grand Casino

My dad said that The Grand (Casino) has great alligator. So of course we had to try it. I was impressed. Alligator actually is good. I only had a bite though, not a whole meal. Instead I ordered their catfish. It was AMAZING! I wanted to walk around the casino and check it out. Here is a shot from above. I thought the glass, flame statue thing was pretty neat too!

61 - Day at the Pond

Going on vacation should generally be relaxing. And this time, there was one full day of relaxing. My dad, Rob, and I walked over to the pond near his home. We hung out there for a little while enjoying the scenery, trying to fish, and appreciating the time we have together. It is days like these I want to hold on to the memories forever, simply because I don't know how many of these I will get. Life is short and sometimes we waste time not making enough memories with the ones we love.

So enjoy! I am sharing lots of pictures for this day because I was having fun with the camera.

My Dad and Rob

Turtle swimming

Rob fishing

Is that The Incredible Mr. Limpet?

The camera was stolen from the photographer. I don't know why I look so mad. Maybe because I was super focused on fixing the tangled line.

At least the fishermen caught one! Yes, the both caught one each. This is flippin' Sebastian...just because that's what I named him!

60 - Man's Best Friend

I'm happy to say that I finally got to meet this character, Konk. He is absolutely adorable and is very loving. He meets guests with excitement and love. I will say that I fell in love with him after a few moments with him.
His fur is soft, his kisses are sloppy, his face is squeeshy, and he is very happy. Konk, the next big thing!