{beauty}

One of the benefits of where I live is my view. I look out to see the mountains, BYU campus, the Y, and if you turn your head a bit you can see Provo Temple. It is amazing. I wake up everyday to seeing the sun rise up above the mountains. So lucky. I live in such a beautiful area and I love it. Today was extra special. Due to the 4th of July and Provo's Freedom Festival they have had a hot air balloon festival. Again luckily for me the field where they are were was right outside my window. I woke up this morning to see lots of hot air balloons all along the mountain side. It was great. I tried to get a picture, but it doesn't really capture the true beauty of it. Looking forward to a fun day outside. Hope you do something fun today too! Enjoy!

{summer}

Summer is in full mode here in Happy Valley. The sun shines everyday, the temperatures are rising, and I am liking it. I have been living solo for the last few weeks and have been enjoying it. Sometimes it gets a little boring, but its totally fine. My days consist of watching the Today Show, laying out, reading, and working. Occasionally I will do things with friends, but that doesn't always happen. Summer life is great!

A few weeks ago Courtney came out here for EFY. We were able to hang out, go boating with my friends, and get our toes done. Glitter toes are the best way to go!Then this past week Parker came out for EFY. He met some of my friends and we just hung out.Happy 4th of July!!! Gma and gpa were here this past week and I was able to hang with them. Always a favorite thing for me. We were all able to go to Stadium of Fire last night and it was awesome. 4th of July still remains to be my favorite holiday. Carrie did such a great job, great performer, and great music. Loved it! And the best part is always the fireworks. It is such a great show!!! And of course, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO GMA!!!