friday I'm in love.

When Jared is working, and I'm rollin solo at our place. I get so bored. Thus, a few pictures.

First, my new Anthropologie shoes. Let me just show them off a little... because, I love them.

around the apartment...

I picked up almost 3 lbs of peaches at the store. Still waiting to find the right recipe to make with these. If anyone has a recipe for a rich, creamy, peachy heavenly goodness.. let me know!

mr. hooters, the guardian of the spice cabinet.

stovetop collection. salt and pepper squirrels, second hand, wooden pepper grinder from mom (thanks mom!), and my Anthro container that holds kosher salt (thanks Trevlyn!)

dinner.

original idea for this meal came from my brother and his wife, Andy and Annette. their recipe found via. we do this often, and I just throw in whatever I want! add a little kosher salt, olive oil, and my favorite, monterey chicken seasoning.

baking cookies from left over dough kept in the fridge. can't beat that.

I stopped at the Gateway Mall today to pick up soaps. Jared loves Bath & Body Works soaps. I can handle that. Somehow wandered into Anthropologie. Don't know how... Last time Jared and I were there together, he showed me a monogrammed mug that he loved and thought we needed. We convinced ourselves we didn't "need" it. Well, I spotted it this time, without him and decided to surprise him with it after he got home from work. The darling checkout girl (she recognizes me... that's not a good sign) gave me a gift box and a little envelope that she said contained wrapping decor. I'm sure they give it to everyone, but I felt special...

I picked up Good & Plenty's (one of his faves) from the store and filled the mug with candy before wrapping it.

how darling is this?!

surprise! he saw the present on the bed, looked at me and asked if this was a special day or anniversary that he spaced on. just an "i love you" gift, baby.

so, how simple is this... basically felt circles strung onto a strip of canvas. would be so easy to make. I snagged it and looked for somewhere to put it. I'm now thinking I should probably make some more to use as a garland on our Christmas tree this year.

right next to the hanging yarn balls (the felt colors coordinate well with the yarn colors) and Jared's framed look alike, I put the felt circles around a lampshade. I wasn't totally serious when I put it around the lampshade, but I ended up thinking it was fun, so we'll see how long I keep it here.

yes? or no..

the end.

we love our family.

I had a couple days off of work and finally got to spend some time with the fam. I did miss out on a trip to the This is the Place Monument, which... I have never gone to. Guess I need to do that. I was super envious that everyone got to see horses while they were there. I LOVE horses. So much so, that I always ask (like a child), if I can pet them. When really, all I want to do is give them lots of kisses on their velvety noses. I love kissing horses. Gross? Get over it. It's wonderful. (again, thanks to Jared for taking the vast majority of these photos)

See? Dori's got the right idea. Must be in our blood.

My brother Andy and his wife, Annette, graciously hosted the out of town family at their home and made an amazing smoked pork dinner. YUM.

chef.

Jared picked me up after a twelve hour shift and took me straight up Millcreek to meet up with the family. We roasted mallows and had a grand time.

the Knight ladies.

Trevlyn and Jake.

mallows. yes please.

dad.

hot mallow.

Dori, teaching the little ones to shoot mini mallows out of their nose. awesome.

The following day was spent in Utah County. Always an adventure! First, we went to BYU to go bowling. My nephews especially love BYU, so of course we needed to make a stop there.

Jared and I. When a mustache is part of your life, you notice them... everywhere.

I'm guessing he didn't get a strike on this one.

don't judge him. the bumpers were for the kids.


After bowling, we went to a family reunion in Orem. I met so many relatives that I've never met before and it was WONDERFUL. We are related to such awesome people. Not gonna lie... I think people are generally hesitant about family reunions, but this night was great. Thank you for fantastic memories everyone!

we're special.

water balloon festivities.

Dad and his father, D.O. (Dear Old Dad)

Next day... Onto our final destination of the family's trip... Lagoon! Jared and I were equipped with Dramamine, so... it was great!

the momma.

dad.

my mom, such a rockstar.

maybe sometimes I need cotton candy. thanks honey.

cute Owen, and that's my little cousin Thomas, behind him.

Thomas and his momma, Deborah, joined us for the day. We loved their company!

did I mention this was Dori's birthday?! happy birthday D.

so tired.

back to Dori's for her birthday cupcakes.

thanks to my sweet family for making the long drive. as usual... wonderful seeing you. sure do love and miss you all. so much.