Monday June 28th

This weekend was ours alone. We made reservations at a hotel in the Dells and left right after work. We made it there with about an hour or so left at Mt Olympus. Just enough time to hit a couple roller coasters. It has been soooo long since I've been on one, I was actually kind of scared! Of course it's more of the anticipationg that gets me. I'm usually fine once I get on. The next morning we hit the park again to catch some more rides and check out the waterpark side. It was PACKED!! Thousands of people had the same agenda making long slow lines all over the park. On the bright side it was hours upon hours Eric couldn't escape me in line as I picked his brain about life or gave him the full head-to-toe details on someone I thought seemed interesting. HAHAHA!! I'll admit, not an ideal guy conversation, but he's patient as always and at least humors me with some interest. What a guy! Our favorite part of the whole thing was the 2 hours we spent floating on the lazy river. I think we're getting old. Hehe!! It was great!

We headed down to Madison to spend the night at Eric's brother and sister-in-law's. They have only been married now for about 2 months, and I'm pretty sure they are loving it. They have a nice little place on the West side of Madison. Eric and I are definitely jealous of their permanent arrangments. We're looking forward to being settled, long term. Only a few more moves to go!!! :) We always enjoy getting time with family. It was good to catch up with them and just get to know them better as a couple as well as individuals. The next morning they made us a delicious breakfast before we headed out.

We met up with Eric's co-worker and friend Nick on the edge of Madison that morning. They were heading to St. Louis for the Christian Businness Association conference. This is an amazing opportunity for them to make some great connections. I know Eric would really like to stay with Christian businesses as his career continues. I think that's a pretty good plan too. :) I haven't heard much from them so far. The opening night seemed to be preety fun. Jeremy Camp led worship and a few other quartets performed. Phil Visher, the creator of Veggie Tales, spoke. I'm excited to find out more!!