Sunday, July 20, 2014

This Week

There are stressful weeks and less stressful weeks when you are a student. (actually when you are a human) This probably should've been a really stressful week with 2 substantially large research papers to write, a take home quiz, 3 weeks til my senior project, and a talk to give on Sunday.

I give credit to the sunshine for helping my week be less stressful. It's hard to be too overwhelmed when it is so beautiful outside. During my paper breaks, I sat on the porch and took deep breaths of wonderful summer air. I promise going outside and taking three deep breaths will make any situation seem more manageable. Plus, I married a really wonderful man who takes great care of me. He planned an exciting surprise date night and it was a perfect break to all the homework. 

I also realize that during stressful weeks I learn so much about the potential I have for accomplishing difficult tasks. I'm grateful for the stress that helps me grow and become a better person. 


Senior project rehearsal! August 8 & 9 is quickly approaching! 

We picked up our concert tickets in Sugar House then stopped by the Blue Plate restaurant.
We looked at the menu for a really long time and then when we finally ordered,
he got the chile verde breakfast burrito and I got the chile verde burrito. Great minds think mostly alike? 





Steve got tickets to the Twilight Concert Series from a very kind friend who is in his development class. It's been awhile since either of us have been to a concert and we were quite entertained from all of the 'energy' and 'character' that we were around. Illegal and non illegal substances make for a good side show. 





Music by TV on the Radio. Great jams. 










Sunday, July 13, 2014

Schramm Fam comes to Provo!



4th of July this year was a blast! I was so excited to have my family come visit us and spend some time in good ol' Provo, Ut. The 4th may be one of my top 3 favorite holidays. It's always nice weather (hot=nice). I'm quite fond of things that bring an entire community together. I love going to the grocery store and seeing the entire place filled with a red, white, and blue wardrobe. The sense of unity and pride when several blocks of a parade route are filled with people who salute the flag and cheer for men and women serving in our armed forces.  The collective oohs and aahs following a firework show. I love knowing that celebrations like the "Freedom Festival" in Provo, Utah are happening all over the United States. I love this country and the freedoms we have. I am proud to be an American.

Those darling twin siblings of mine make everything in life a whole lot more joyful. They both got their first upper teeth while visiting and Ethan made a new PR (personal record) in sitting up, :30. (pretty impressive) After their first 4th of July, I'm convinced they will be a couple of patriotic children.

Check out the weekend's highlights in my video: