Day 107: All Grown Up

Today was my niece’s first day of Kindergarten and I got to hear all about how excited (and tired) she was over Skype. It is unbelievable that she is already starting Kindergarten, considering I was a sophomore in high school when she was born. I still remember texting my mom in my biology class to get live updates–quite appropriate in retrospect. This is the picture my sister-in-law sent as Aubrey headed out the door for her first day!  As Aubrey is the first grandchild in the family, I think we all got a little emotional hearing about her many adventures out on the playground.

And now some more pics of Sterling, where I am currently hiding from the blistering heat and humidity.

The stacks, where all 4 million books are kept, is one of the best, creepiest, coolest, and quietest places on campus.

September 1, 2014: 258 days to be the cool aunt in college

Day 85: Chasing the Sunset

I spent the day saying goodbye to my favorite munchkins.  Going to miss these kids like crazy. Especially all their adorable selfies…

Models

Zac was upset because I painted the girls’ nails but wouldn’t do his. His dad made me promise that he would not be subjected to any sparkly nail polish of any color.

The sunset on my way across town. I decided (or so suggested the closed exit ramp) that I skip by my house and chase the clouds into St. Paul.

St. Paul in the setting sun

The Cathedral during sunset. One of my favorite buildings in St. Paul, the Cathedral is now a Catholic pilgrimage site and the site of all confirmations in the city.

Something else I will miss desperately… Not looking forward to going back to the world of Starbucks.

August 11, 2014: 281 cups of coffee to be consumed (and then some)

Day 61: Babies and Butts

The view from the Open Book rooftop where I spent my morning doing work from my computer. MUCH better than a stuffy office

Playing hooky from work on a Friday to hit the beach with my adorable nieces and nephews? Yes, please.

July 18, 2014: 305 days left to pretend at real life