Mount Everest and Flip Flops

Sometimes I feel like God's challenges are so great, like I am climbing Mt. Everest with Flip Flops.

Lately I have been super worried and nervous for my job at Mills. Just really struggling with the confidence to know that I can do the job . . . that I can effectively lead a group of young women. . . .a group of young women looking at ME for answers, guidance, support, and leadership (overwhelming and SCARY at times . . . right!?!?!)

However, after expressing these apprehensions to Joe I have realized that while I may feel like I am climbing Mt. Everest with Flip Flops, God at the same time has provided me with the world's most caring, encouraging, supportive, patient, and knowledgeable Sherpa. . . My Sherpa Joe :)

Joe (Sherpa Husband) I love you, thank-you so much for you love, patience, and encouragement as I tackle this new challenge, and as we take on this amazing opportunity to grow. I feel so lucky everyday to have you.

San Fran Disctricts

I love this poster!



Points out all of the districts in San Fran in such a creative way! Whenever Joe and I are driving, I'm always asking myself, and Joe, "what district are we in?, I wonder what this district is known for?, I love getting lost. . etc" There just seems so much to explore!!! It's so fuN!

For anyone wondering, Currently, Joe and I live in the Sunset District with Pagra :) From my understanding the Sunset district is known for Golden Gate Park, the Cliff House Restaurant, Fog (read no Sun in the Sunset), and the Zoo. :) We sorta live in the boonies for the city, but loving every minute!

Giants Game

So, yes, it's true when you live in the city there seem to be a lot of things to do!

Joe and I got some sweet (read nosebleed) seats at the Giant's game last weekend. The park is absolutely outstanding and beautiful. All I could pay attention to the whole game were the advertisements and promotions taking place, I guess that is what 2 years of working in athletic marketing do to you. I swear I will never be able to watch a sporting event the same way again! Too much to analyze. . haha.

Anywho, Joe and I felt really proud of ourselves because we took the Muni downtown to the game. It was amazing, literally two blocks from Pagra's we hopped on the N. Judah Muni/Train/Bus (I'm confused as to what it actually is. . . it goes underground, but also on streets, and can definately be mistaken for a BART train when underground in downtown. . .I have never rode on anything so versatile!) rode for about 40 mins (lots of stops), and VOILA we were dropped off it off directly in front of the ballpark! Amazing I say! It reminds of something like the elevator featured at the end of Willy Wonka's chocolate factory movie. . .no? Don't beleive me, then come and visit! ha.

Anyway, here are some pics.



p.s. Rachel you see that Big Coca Cola Bottle in the background, well that happens to be a slide. . I'm envisioning Drew and Sierra going down the slide. . . I'm envisioning a visit to San Fran with fam?!?!? Think about it! :)

Incredibly Inspirational

This quote just seems so perfect for the time

Flowers from Pagra's Yard

These flowers are from Pagras backyard. . .arent they pretty? He really has the most amazing plants back there. Just yesterday I went out and picked some fresh blackberries. Every week the scenery seems to change back there with new plants/flowers blooming, and others going. It is so well planned, Pagra is amazing. Anywho, I think I should have looked for a job as a florist, rather than a coach. . hahah. Don't you think ;p

For Katia

Katie, I know you love this song :)

Joe and I are trying to take full advantage of living in the city. . . It seems like there is always something to go do and see. . .On Sunday we walked across the street to Golden Gate Park to enjoy the sunny weather and a free concert! How cool is that? We brought a blanket, plopped down on a spot of grass, and enjoyed the tunes :)

Donner Lake = Happiness (Pt. 2)

Joe and I had the amazing opportunity to go up to the cabin again! We went up after spending five days in Stockton to finalize my thesis. Thesis is finished! Well almost, waiting to hear back from my advisor, most likely I will have to revise once, but, at least I have all my chapters done. Anywho, so no one in Joe's family was using the cabin so we were able to go up again. It was a great trip. A little chilly for the first couple of days, but so nice. We made fires every night and BBQed our brains out. Nothing beats the cabin charcoal grill. I thought I would finally post some pics of the cabin. . . isn't it quirky and charming?