appraisal

The house appraisal came through today without any set-backs. Just waiting to close on the house the beginning of May, and then it'll be time to move!

craft day

Rachel and I spent the evening crafting away. I made an accent pillow for my bedroom and finally finished my fabric chandelier while Rachel worked on a couple different sewing projects. It was great fun! We enjoyed some In-and-Out burgers with some Pepsi Throwbacks while jamming to my latest favorite band, Fun.

Rachel and I have designated on of my future rooms as our 'Craft Room' as long as I get the house. I am looking forward to more craft days.

buying a home

I am in the process of buying this home, as long as the appraisal comes through okay! House hunting is quite an experience. I have reviewed many MLS listings at http://www.real-estatearizona.com/ --- and thanks to Zac Coplan, my brother-in-law, for putting up with all my days walking through homes! It is an emotional roller-coaster trying to buy a home. Crossing my fingers that all the last minute details work out in my favor! 

Mexico 2012

A couple friends were taking a trip to Riviera Maya, Mexico. I invited myself along for the adventure. It was a much enjoyed vacation. 

First day adventures

Playa del Carmen port -- we took a ferry to Cozumel

Derik and I at Alberto's restaurant

Fantastic seafood right on the beach

Amazing views of the ocean

We rode scooters all around Cozumel

Ocean view from our resort, Hacienda Tres Rios in Riviera Maya, Mexico

Second day

We drove down to Tulum to see the Mayan ruins

Yes, I have an amazing tan line from the prior days activities! 

Mayan temples overlooking the ocean

Derik and me

Me and Steve

Derik and me

Another view of the ruins overlooking the beach --- we almost went swimming, but decided to wait until we returned to Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen restaurant view of the beach 

The guys swam in the beach while I guarded all of our stuff

Afterwards we all got a beach side massage --- amazing

Third day I spent at the resort pool and spa while the guys went scuba diving

This was our night out at the resort

Self portrait on the pier

View of the resort from the pier

Ocean view

Great place for contemplation

Fourth and final day spent at the pool and kayaking down the river

Dinner at Porto Bello, Italian restaurant --- mixed seafood dish, for our last night

Overall, it was a great trip! I enjoyed the resort, the views, the company, the food, and activities! 

visit to Parker, CO

Lego time

Date night with Ian

Spending some time with Ava

Pretending to be a giant spider

Touching the snake! Yuck!

Watching the fishes 

Hiding in the bamboo

More Lego time...

I had a great trip visiting JP, MA, Max, Ian, and Ava.