Been a while...

I realize that I haven't posted any updates in a while. This is mostly because I've been busy and partly because I've been lazy in my "down" time.

I have been running solid for about two weeks. If I wasn't in NC, then I was committed to something every night of the week. Between dinner dates, the Pregnancy Center, and Leadership Group, there's been little time in the evenings.

Tonight is the last night that I have an obligation in the evening for a solid week! Yay!

I went to NC last weekend. About 75% of my time was spent with Michael. The other (itty bitty) percentage was spent with friends, family, and my pillow.

Mike took us to my favorite restaurant, Bianca's, on Friday night. I love it because of their fresh, rotating menu. The Italian food is authentic and the atmosphere cozy. Plus, it's one where acoustics don't interfere with conversation.

On Saturday, Mike and I spent the afternoon together. We mostly piddled in the yard and just enjoyed one another's company. That evening, we met Mallory and Dave before joining Mike's family at the fair. His sisters and brother in law were there. It was a fun evening! I've included a few pictures for your viewing delight.

On Sunday afternoon, after church, Mike and I went to lunch with his parents and sister, Jessica. We tried a new (to us) restaurant that was buffet style. The food was fresh and tasty. I enjoyed the company and casual conversation. After parting from them, he and I bought some flowers for his yard. We let the day cool, while passing time inside. Then, we got to work planting them in spots throughout the yard. Delicate touches were added around the mailbox and near the driveway.

"It looks like a girl lives here now," he said with a smile and hand squeeze.

I enjoyed that comment. My hopes are that THIS girl will live there one day...

After our hard work, we had a yummy meal and the evening was done. I'm looking forward to simple Sundays like that.