I'm Back!

And the world's worst blogger of the year award goes to... :)

I apologize.  I wish I had a great excuse but the truth is that I have been L.A.Z.Y.  Okay, maybe I haven't been 100% lazy, it's probably 50% lazy and 50% very busy!

Summertime in Alaska is unlike any other place in this world.  Sunlight 20 hours/day, mountains begging you to explore them, trails to run on, parties to attend, friends to see, and camping trips to go explore our giant, beautiful state.  So, if you really want to know where I've been?  I've been enjoying and savoring every single moment of summer!  And what a summer we've been having!

I wish I could say that is normal to be in the 80's in Alaska, but unfortunately the highs usually stay around 65, maybe 70 if we're lucky!  I'm glad Alaska rewarded me with a wonderfully beautiful summer after 2 years of being away at school. :)

I am adjusting well to being a graduate and living back in Alaska.  I won't lie,  the first month was pretty rough... but it was to be expected.  Jake has been amazingly patient and understanding as I've settled into our home and started to find my way in the world as a "non-study-aholic-normal-person."  It is our first time living together since our wedding on December 30, 2011!  And forgive my cheesiness, but I am more in love with him now than I was a year and a half ago.  There is nothing quite as amazing as being married to your best friend.

Diego, aka the best puppy in the world, is doing great.  He is growing like a little bean and is currently 7.5 pounds!  Every day is such a joy when you have this face to look at.

Don't get me wrong, he's still a puppy and likes to chew on sandals, my favorite running headband, and iphone headphones...

Luckily he is a great listener, loves to snuggle, and 90% of the time he just wants to be near you.

I appreciate all of the love since I've been gone - all the comments and e-mails are appreciated!

I hope all of you are well!  How has everyone's summer been?