Cleveland Rocks

Andrew officially accepted his acceptance to Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Yipee!!!

 I know what you all are thinking..."Ohio? Really?" because I thought the exact same thing when Andrew and I were discussing the options. Because I am the best wife ever I told Andrew that I would go wherever he needed to go to get the best education and CWRU hits the target. So this August we are packing up our stuff and heading out on our biggest adventure yet! (wish us luck, we'll need it)

After many hours of googling phrases like "things to do in Cleveland" and "where exactly is Cleveland again?" I promise I passed 5th grade geography, it's just been a while. I have found a new love for the mistake on the lake (as the locals call it).

(It's got a number 20 on it if you're still having a hard time. Don't worry, I won't tell.)

So if you google Cleveland here are a few of the highlights...

Peter B. Lewis Building

This is CWRU's Business building designed by Frank Gehry. There are no right angles in the entire building. 

Sailing on Lake Erie

"I'm sailing!"

The food from Little Italy

For some reason a lot of Italian immigrants centered in Cleveland. 

Including Diane's family. I want to find out why...anyone know?
All I know is that I love pasta.

The Cleveland Botanical Gardens

Severence Hall

Where the Cleveland Orchestra plays

The Browns, Indians and Cavaliers

I've never lived anywhere that has a professional football, baseball and basketball team. 

Please destroy Kobe, LaBron. I will love you forever.

The Cleveland Museum of Art

These are some paintings from the Monet to Picasso exhibit that was here at the UMFA. Picasso, Monet and Gauguin all in one place, be still my heart. This museum is one of the best fine art museums in the country, it was destiny!

Museum of Contemporary Art

too much love in one place...

Kirtland

it's only 45 minutes away! We'll actually be in the Kirtland Stake. How cool is that?!

Cedar Point

This place is also about 45 minutes away. It's the largest theme park in the US. 

Aaron, John and James...get ready to party!

Amish Country

need I say more? I was Amish in another life, I just know it.

last but not least...

The Drew Carey Show

remember the theme song "Cleveland rocks, Cleveland rocks. OHIO!!!"?

They love Cleveland and now, so do I. You convinced me Drew Carey, you convinced me.

Sure gives Cleveland a lot of street cred.

Cleveland's a lot cooler than you thought huh?

Thank heavens for google or I'd still be having an anxiety attack.

scared sh*tless

Last weekend Andrew and I accompanied my dad ,Aaron and everyone who works at the State Hospital with my sweet father to Soldier Hollow for a little leisurely sledding. I don't even have the words to explain how I felt that first run down. Let's just say I had no idea what I was in for. You might want to turn your volume down before you watch this, especially if you're at work. My blood curdling screams are just as obnoxious as they are embarrassing.



One of the workers told us that we could get going up to 25 mph on those bad boys, I totally believe it. I obviously did not have full use of my faculties during that ride as demonstrated by my lack of filming skills.

Filet-O-Fish

Personally, I don't eat McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sandwiches but I think this is the most obnoxious/funny commercial jingles I have ever heard. Why can't I get it out of my head? Why?

The first time I heard this little ditty I wanted to immediately change the radio station but for some reason I couldn't bring myself to do it. Are you equally annoyed/satisfied by this as I am?

Another weekend with Yuki

Just in case you were wondering, (and I know you all are) this will be my second weekend with the little furball. My dad's in Saint George visiting my grandparents for the weekend and since Andrew's out of town I'm kicking it with my favorite little man in Orem.

It's nice to be home. It's not the same as it used to be but I'm getting used to it I guess.

Plus, I'm going snowshoeing with Diane as soon as my laundry is done!!!

Andrew is in Cleveland interviewing with Case Western until tomorrow. He said it's pretty nice, not Boston, but still nice. (Please Babson, please, please, please!!!)

Aaron just got his dealer's license for drugs...just joking, that was pretty funny though. Not for drugs, what kind of family do you think we are? Don't answer that. Anywho, for cars, his dealer's license for cars. He called me yesterday to let me know he found a orange and white scooter for $500. I wonder if Andrew would be mad if I bought a scooter while he's gone? Only one way to find out. :)

weekend with Yuki

Before we start I just want to gloat for a second. I made these chocolate lava cakes a few weeks ago and they were delicious! 

(please pardon the messy plate, it was the only picture I could get before they were devoured)

My dad and Denise went to Yellowstone this weekend so I get to dog sit my sweet little Yuki.

Good morning sleepy head!

Very attractive look, he really needs a bath

before a bath...BREAKFAST!!! Pancakes, syrup and kibble, yummy!

dun, dun, dun...the bath, I'm so sorry!

a little wet rat named Yuki (don't tell him I put this up or he'll kill me)

so much better!!!

next...the walk.

This was the position most commonly seen during our walk

little moments of Spring (hurry please)

and after a long drive to Orem, visiting Aaron and his new puppy, lunch with Diane, a baby shower and a long drive home...we simply crashed

Love

I love love.

For all you haters of love, I love you

take that!

Here are some of the things I love, if you dislike mushiness I recommend you stop reading here.

I love...

watching basketball with Andrew while I blog

Thursday nights with Sarah and sometimes Danielle and Michael

my primary class, even when they like to choke each other

the gospel

horses and dogs

Banana Republic

my friends

random days with Whitney

my sweetie (told you it'd be mushy!)

feeling needed

my family and friends

The Mentalist

Maui

Stacey and Clinton from What Not to Wear

Saturdays with Diane

Tai Pan and Gardner Village

my Yuki dog

old couples who are still in love with each other

massages

my journal

jewelry

Andrew's stories

Sawtooth saddles

baby animals

birth control

art

books

Milanos

water

my acne medication

spring

autumn

summer

a little bit of winter

glitter

fruit

Ruth's Diner

colby jack cheese

ol'blue eyes

my grandma's wedding ring

Italy

pink scooters

dog parks

Thai coconut rice with mango

Just Friends

flowers

underdogs

cooking

lazy Sundays

Andrew's chinks

the GR

salad

Sportsmall

Nordstrom

the Ensign

Harley Davidsons

sledding

graduation (3 months away!!!)

presents

Facebook & blogging

my camera

Honey Bunches of Oats

Subaru Tribecas

cardigans

our mac

pictures of my mom

Bernini

a clean house

Gmail

Utah

Dashboard confessional and Incubus

bonfires up Provo Canyon

squeezy hugs from Tyler

finding birds nests in the horse trailer

soft grass

dancing

dresses

peace

Victoria's Secret

squash, the sport

the violin

hot summer nights

swimming pools

English accents

our mattress, best investment ever

naps

Boston

nice people

cell phones

laughing

and so much more, you want me to keep going? I can...

tough decisions

My wonderful Howerton family is coming into town for a family reunion in June and I'm in charge of hiring a photographer for family pictures. We haven't had family pictures in a very long time. (and when I say very long time, I mean it) All I remember about them is that I was wearing neon pink leggings, when they were in style the first time around. (I told you so) So it is high time to redeem myself and move on with my life but I'm having a hard time choosing between 2 photographers, both recommended by my beautiful best friend. (HI WHITNEY!)

The first is Rusty Bucket Photography and the other is Elisabeth Kate Photography. (both about the same price) I need help, please let me know which you like best. I'm so indecisive...it's crippling, please help me or I may become like this guy. I wonder what he's thinking about...