Spring is in the air!

Well Spring is def. here. My allergies have welcomed it with all kinds of delightful responses :)

However, as it was bluntly stated to me yesterday, I was laying in the grass at the river to get a tan...probably not much help! This leads to my fabulous Spring Break experience that I am so greatful for and partially wishing it wasn't over.

I spent the first Friday-Thursday in Breckenridge, CO on a mission trip with the Baptist Student Ministries! I loved the trip, it was very productive and a swell group worked hard to get things done for the very hopeless Summit County. I was amazed at how many people trek out that way, running from their problems or realities only to find they follow them... Man, what a community, and encouragement to be sensitive to those around me right here in S.M.!

The last three days of my break were in S.M. getting ready for the weeks to come. I spent two of the days at the river (that conveniently runs through our campus) sunbathing and reading. This was nice time for me to just be alone and wind down from the week. However, all of this was nothing compared to the fabulous day I had yesterday!

I was able to spend an hour or two (remember I live in an apartment) gardening! I found a new love for flowers and such last Spring when mom/dad bought me blueberry plants! I had to learn different things about them to keep them alive and it sparked a great interest in spending time outside with plants. My blueberries have began to re-bloom (yay, for keeping them alive through winter!) and I planted some beautiful lillies etc. on my patio yesterday.

Oh my, for a long time to be away I sure have tons more to add. I'll wait until I'm at home able to add pictures, since they are not only worth, but better than a 1,000 words:)

Happy Spring!!

P.S.-Breaking news, I just got a text from Chelle. Seems as if she just found a pigeon nest/egg on her backdoorstep...does this mean anything exciting?! lol

(Pics. linked to the title!)