2010 in review

A little review of the last year. It's mostly for me to look back on and recall things, but if you want to read through a long post, I'll know you are either really bored or amazing friends!

Here's a little recap of 2010.

January-March

January began the new year with one of my goals for the new year accomplished, which was to learn how to ski. I finally conquered my fear and can finally feel like a true Utahn. Being the long winter months I entertained myself with one of my favorite winter sports, snowshoeing, went to lots of movies like Avatar and got even a little wild with getting bangs cut--my first time since being in grade school. February in the midst of winter gloom we brightened it up with a paella party, a girls night out for the big V-day to the most delicious restaurant-- Communal-- in Provo. Of course how could I forget the whirlwind wedding that was organized and took place at my parents place with 4 hours notice. March was a blur to be honest, probably because I was in such desperate need of warmth and sunlight.

April-June

April began with my family's traditional Easter at my uncles home. I had been in dire need of a little rest and relaxation, so a couple of friends and I decided to head south for some sun and fun in St. George. We hiked Angel's Landing in Zion and did some fabulous shopping in Las Vegas. It was just what I needed before starting summer school in May for my last math class to be able to graduate. May was my brother's wedding reception{this time with more than 4 hours of prep time} and it turned out to be beautiful. For Labor day I decided to take a quick trip to San Diego to see my friend Leyah. We spent our time at the beach, driving the coast, going to a Padre's game and soaking up the sun. June was a very busy month with school, work, and a quick weekend trip to my friend's cabin at Fish Lake{my saving grace that month}, thank you Suz. I took my very last final for math and passed with a B, a miracle thanks to the wierdest{and smelliest}math teacher from New Zealand and the grace of God. I was done with school and officially graduated!

July-September

July started off with a family trip to San Francisco for the 4th of July. We made sure to cram in all my favorites while there, Muir Woods, downtown SF, Stinson beach and wine country. The lazy summer months were savored with tennis, bbq's, boating on Utah Lake, rodeo's, outdoor concerts, & hikes to beautiful water falls. August I got to visit a new city, a new found favorite, thank you Chicago and Cathy for being an amazing hostess to us gals. I loved the windy city, the pie pizza, the architecture and seeing all the security in town for Obama's arrival. September was the winding down of summer. I went to the Utah state fair, which I hadn't been since I was in grade school, learned how to make pie from scratch, thank you Mrs. Brett and went to a BYU football game, a first in a long time for me{thank you Peter for letting me know when exactly to cheer}.

October-December

October was kicked off with General Conference, the best way to start off a month. I love autumn and all it entails. The month was filled with drives up the canyon to see the fall foliage, corn mazes, haunted forests and all the yummy fall treats that I look forward to each year. The end of October I went to Washington D.C. for work with my friend Leyah. We definately mixed business with pleasure. We crammed in all the amazing sights D.C. had to offer in the week we were there. That weekend was Halloween so we hopped on a bus and headed to NYC for some more fun. We celebrated my good friend Malia's birthday and headed to the Cathedral of St. John the divine for a silent movie and a costume show of sorts. It was great to see the fall colors in central park, a first for me there that time of year. November came and went in the blink of an eye. But I was glad I got to spend Thanksgiving at home with family and all the traditional foods and activities. December also flew by with getting ready for Christmas, holiday parties, ice skating, Christmas concerts, reuniting with old friends, and lastly getting to see my dearest friend Brett get married{a big congrats to two amazing people}. I got to relax over the Christmas break, spending hours with my pj's on and not feeling a bit guilty about it.

And now onto 2011!