Speaking of My Life

I have officially been in Portland for over a month. Wow.

I'd like to say that I've gotten a steady job, that running is going great. That I am making a ton of money, sometimes lucking out and seeing my friends, but mostly just loving working.

Well. I am loving life. Notice I said life (aka not working). Thats right, I still don't have a job. Still looking for a job. Very actively. Getting more and more active by the day.

So here is why I've been loving me life in the time not spent job searching!
Number One:

Rain - today there was a massive rain storm! I'd get excited when it sprinkled a little in Utah and loved falling asleep to the thunderstorms in Mexico. I've swam during hot, humid rain storms in Costa Rica and scurried for cover in Orlando. My point being? I've experienced a fair amount of rain, and today was possibly one of my favorite rain storms ever! It poured. And I mean, poured! Gavin and I were watching at the front window, in pure amazement of the storm, when I decided we really weren't enjoying it as much as we could. Yes, a challenge was in order. Pretty soon Janelle joined us out there too. We made a couple trips to the neighbors, played in the storm drains, and just enjoyed the weather. It was amazing. And yes, I lost. Both Gavin and Janelle managed to stay out there longer then me.


Number Two:

It might seem like a paradox but yes - the sun is next up on my list. When it hasn't been pouring here, it has been down right beautiful! And I mean, beautiful! We've been planning picnics in the park, urban hikes, and failed boating trips. Seriously, the weather has been amazing and everyone loves amazing weather, which makes me love amazing weather anymore!


Number Three:

Friends are my final thing on the list today! One of the perks of not yet having a job is my flexible schedule! My friends Amber, Ben and Cameron were all going to a concert in Seattle. So, of course, I tagged along and was able to hang out with them and our other friend, Kevin, for a few days. It was amazing to see those Washington kids again. The boys are all heading out for missions this summer, so Amber and I love spending every second we can with these studly boys below!

Life is good.