Summer.. is.. over...?

.....September 8th? .....Seriously?

**I originally started writing this blog on 9/8.. now its 9/21!!! Perfect example of this post!**

I don't even know where to begin! Looking back at this blog I can't believe I haven't even posted since our trip to San Diego, in MAY, which not only "seems" like forever ago, but really IS forever ago!!! So many amazing and fun things have happened in the last three (four) months! I will try to do a quick re-cap of our life this summer, and post pictures to go along, but I know I wont be able to put into words what a great summer it has been.

"Time flies when you're having fun" has never been proven more true than this summer! We literally had something going on every weekend - whether it was camping, Eagle Crest, the Oregon coast, Steph's bachelorette weekend and wedding, hiking, rafting in Southern Oregon, Bri's wedding, Lake Billy Chinook, Whit and Matt's visit, our engagement party, Linda and Larry's party... I could go on!!! We literally pressed "go" at the beginning of the summer and haven't slowed down since.

Most recently, we were blessed with THREE FULL WEEKS with Whitney and Matt! Being able to spend three weeks with them was an absolute blast, but again, it will be difficult to put into words how much fun, laughter, and great memories we created and shared while they were here. And the fact that THIS TIME we got to throw in ultrasounds and shopping for the little baby boy bun in the oven made it that much more exciting!

Derek and I both feel so thankful that we have such awesome families. How often can you say that your family members are also some of your very best friends? We are so thankful for our parents, brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. We are so lucky to live in such close proximity to our family and share such great times any day of the week.

Here are a few random pictures of the last three months.

We love you guys!!!!!!!

Kels and Derek

Catching some rays, and reading my book while camping over forth of July near Mt. Hood with Mom, Tim and Curran. It was so hot, I had to sit in the river!

Derek and I hiking with Denali at a park near our apartment

Out to dinner, downtown San Diego

Lil' family camping trip! Derek, Denali and I

Eating lunch at Tin Fish, before the Padres game! Good thing Whit didnt enjoy one of their gigantic beers! She was... about a week pregnant here! ; )

The boys enjoying their gigantic beers at Tin Fish!

Derek and I hanging out with Preslie in Eagle Crest.. such a doll! I want a pair of those PJs (but they wouldnt look as cute on me!)!!

D and I at the Padres game.. we had such awesome seats! Thanks Whit and Matt!

Steph's wedding... such a fun night!!

D and I at the beach in San Diego. What a great trip! Pretty sure we could both live there!

****These are just a few random pics, I have so many more I want to share! Next I will post some exciting updates re: wedding planning, and pics from our engagement party!****

New Post and Pics Coming Soon!

Hey guys!! Derek and I have been so busy lately, we haven't had a chance to post... but have lots of fun stories and pics to share!! We had our trip to San Diego, followed by a trip to Eagle Crest the next weekend..and I am wrapping up my nutrition class on Tuesday! YAY! So in a few short days its SUMMERTIME for me! Which equates to..lots of time to keep up on our blog! Thanks for checking in... we will have a new post up soon!

PS -- Here is a new picture just for fun! :)

I am doing it!!!

For those of you who do not know me I am Kelsey's better half and partner in crime. Later this week we are headed out to visit Kelsey's sister Whitney and her brother in-law Matthew. Two of my favorite people. We are very excited for the trip. A lot of firsts for Kels and I on this one. First flight together, first time to San Diego together for us, finally going to put a name to the spots Whit and Matt are always going to. I can't wait to see the Padres play (thanks Matthew, my special cheerleader, love ya buddy) and the famous Zoo and many other things our gracious hosts have planned. Can't wait that's for sure. Thanks Matt and Whit, we need it... See you guys later this week and hello to any others who read this, I guess if anyone really does read this. Dunno...

New To This....

Hey guys!!! Derek and I finally jumped on the bandwagon and decided to start our own blog. Since we are new to this, you will have to bear with us until we get the hang of things! I know how much we check Whit and Matt's blog and love seeing new posts, so we will try to do the same!

We were recently engaged and are now planning our wedding -- for those of you that are married, I'm sure you remember all the millions of ideas, changes, and decisions that come along with that! As we buckle down and really start our planning, we will post updates along the way! Along with all the other goofy stuff we do from day to day.

We are excited to start our blog, and happy to have friends and family to follow along!

~Derek and Kels