A Wonderful Weekend with Chris Clark

What a great weekend! My cousin Chris went through the Mt. Timpanogos Temple on Saturday preparing to go on his mission. I am so happy that he chose to come up here to Utah to do this. On Sunday in Sacrament meeting, Chris gave an awesome talk. He is going to be an amazing missionary if you ask me (though I may be a little biased). He talked like a return missionary, not like one just ready to leave. Chris has so many family members, and friends who love him, including me. I don't know what I'm going to do without him for two years, but Brazil will be blessed to have him. Chris, you are going to be awesome, and I'm going to miss you so much!!! Have faith, not fear. I love you!!!

Chris and his wonderful parents

Chris and his amazing Grandma Clark

Chris and his awesome family

Chris and his truest friends

Chris and his loving former Bishop

Memorial Day

Memorial Day is a time to remember. A time to remember those who came before us and paved the way for the life we live today. Ever since I can remember, Grandma and Grandpa has instilled the tradition of going around to the graves of our loved ones. What a wonderful tradition. I think I learn something new every year from the stories Grandma and Mom tell, and of course the ones Grandpa used to tell when he was here with us. Happy Memorial Day!!!

Grandpa

My cousin, Doug

Uncle Stan

Grandma's sister, Donna

Leslie's Grandma and Grandpa Huntsman

Alaskan Cruise

We are back...actually we got back last Friday, but I haven't had any time since then to post on my blog. Alaska was AMAZING!!! What a beautiful place! We cruised to Ketchikan, Juneau, Hubbard Glacier, and through the Inside Passage, then to Victoria British Columbia Canada before heading back to Seattle. The Hubbard Glacier was incredible! We were plowing right through all the ice, in between ice bergs, and watched a family of seals. On Juneau, we loaded Grandma on a little float plane (sea plane) and flew over five glaciers and landed at an old hunting lodge called the Taku Glacier Lodge where we were treated to a fresh Salmon dinner and just enjoyed the beauty of real Alaska. The whole experience was so awesome and Grandma did really well. Here are some pictures of our Alaskan journey.

Sailing into Ketchikan

Creek Street in Ketchikan

Mom & I awaiting Hubbard Glacier

Hubbard Glacier & our ship Celebrity Infinity

Grandma is so excited for the flight

What an amazing experience!!!

Mom, G-ma, and I at the Taku Glacer Lodge

Somewhere over the rainbow...what a view over Juneau!!!

A ship with a view

Back to Seattle

Graduation Weedend

What a fun weekend!!! I took my last final on Thursday....yay! Afterwards, at work, Kerri surprised me with balloons and a beautiful platter of chocolate covered strawberries...thanks Kerri! On Friday, Mom & I went to watch some of the UVSC convocation for the School of Business. On Saturday we had the dinner party. We made homemade "Cafe Rio". Paul, Leslie, and the boys were here preparing their home for rent. I am so happy it worked out that they could plan it this weekend. Kim, Eric, and the kids came from Salt Lake, and Kerri from across the street. We had a great time. We had key lime cheesecake and chocolate covered strawberries to top it all off. Thank you everyone who has been so supportive, for all the cards and the well wishes. In August it is on to my Bachelor's!!! Love you all.

Thanks Kerri!!!

Do you see my empty seat on the platform?

Homemade Cafe Rio...YUM!!!

Leslie, Paul, Justin, & Chris back where they belong.

Eli loved the "dirty" strawberries!

Poor Amara only got to suck on dry cereal.

The Key Lime Cheesecake was awesome!!!

Finals Finale...

Well, I just finished my last final. This one was much easier than my Macroeconomics final. I am so happy to not have to worry about that Macro class anymore!!! I should have known it would be bad when I found out my professor's name was Gooch! Anyway...its over. I'm so excited to have a few months off before I continue on for my Bachelors Degree in the fall. Thank you everyone for your support, love, and prayers. Now lets PARTY!!!

Achievement Award

Well, last night was my Achievement Award Ceremony. I think it went good, but mom says I'm too modest to tell you about it. So, I am turning this blog entry over to mom against my better judgement. Mom......

What an amazing night!!! Kim was honored and presented with an achievement award for being the top student in her field. The School of Business Dean called the 15 students the "Cream of the Crop" of Utah Valley State College. Kim is graduating with her Associates in Hospitality Management with a 3.98 cummulative GPA. She really deserves this recognition. I am so proud of her! Sniff, sniff.

This is craziness!!!

Mom & Grandma...my two greatest supporters

The Award

Finals

One down, one to go. Thanks for all the encouragement and love....gotta go study now!!!