The New Tomorrow

My promise of a post 'tomorrow' did not actually come. But we can all pretend that my last post was yesterday, then this one would be right on time.

I have had two very lovely weeks. Last weekend my cousin Courtney's wedding. It was nice to have some family come out for that. My Mom flew in on Thursday night, and my Grandparents, Stage & Amelia, Dawson, and my Aunt Marilyn & her boys came in on Friday. Quite a nice mini family reunion. I got to use the hot tub at their hotel Friday night, and it reminded me of how much I love being warm, and smelling pool. A magical mixture I'd say.

Saturday was a wonderful day. Everything seemed to go smoothly for the wedding. And everyone involved looked so happy. The ceremony was in the morning and the family dinner wasn't until 4:30. This left ample time for us to go to Costco and eat a hot dog. Actually, Amelia introduced me to the delciousness of the polish sausage. I had no idea it was even an option. Indeed it is, and at no extra charge. So if you are feeling crazy this week, then perhaps you may venture to try the polish sausage at Costco. I also got to do some shopping with my Grandma. She was on the hunt for the Downton Abbey DVDs. Turns out we are both big fans. More about Downton later though. :)  The family dinner was delicious, and the program went well. Really the gym was decorated to the nines. My Aunt Francine did an amazing job in completely transforming the gym. I told her that she could adopt me as her fourth daughter so that she could plan my wedding. But I think in the middle of it was probably the wrong time to bring it up. All the work and decorating she did was a bit to recent....haha. The reception was great as well. i certainly ate my weight in delicious sweets. Mostly cupcakes really. In fact, I wish I had one right now.

The rest of the weekend was a lot more slower paced. I got to enjoy my Mom's company until she flew back on Monday. It was nice having the long weekend, I wish we had more of those throughout the year. Like maybe every other week. After my Mom was heading for home I went to the Silver Skate Festival at Hawrelak Park with some people from the ward. I love Edmonton! So many great festivals. This one included skating, bannock roasting, maple candy rolling in the snow, cross country skiing, ice sculptures, demonstrations, and horse pulled sleigh rides. The best part was that all these things were free! Can I hear a woot woot!!

This week passed by quickly and last minute I decided to go down to Stirling for my Grandpa Lybbert's 80th birthday party. It was a quick trip, but so worth it. I stayed with my dear friend Kaci and her family. It was most entertaining to visit with her four year old son Coen. Quite the logic. Saturday I got to see another friend, Brittani, and her family as well. I cannot believe how big her kids are getting. It really doesn't seem like that long ago that we were roommates right after graduating high school. 17 and enjoying all the first experiences that come with living on your own.

The birthday party was a great tribute to my grandma. He is so amazing. Here are some things I learned about him:
-As a boy he tied a goat in the girls outhouse at school. I guess the girls weren't too pleased.
-The strangest pet he ever had was a bear. They found it abandoned as a cub, and raised it for quite a while before selling it for $10
-He was born in Cardston.
-On his way down to Africa on his mission they had a big 'crossing the Equator' ceremony in which he was King Neptune.

He has done so many amazing things, and I am so grateful to have him as my grandpa. Makes me very proud of my heritage. And he always make me feel so special. I do love him!

I mentioned before that I am currently completely taken by the show Downton Abbey. Its so good. And I could talk about it for hours with anyone who will listen. I am finished the first and second series. And I am waiting for the third series from the library. It won't be long now I'm sure. I can't wait! I have an ideal vacation idea. It involves one going to a place in England, like Downton Abbey. Almost travelling back in time. And you can live there for a week, and everything would be as it was in the early 1900's. You would dress up in fancy clothes and go to dinner parties. During the day you could occupy your time by going for horseback rides, strolling around the garden, or reading a book from the library. And if that didn't interest you, you could venture into the servant quarters. A grand idea if I do say so myself. And I must insist that if you have not seen Downton Abbey yet, then you should watch it. I've yet to meet a person who has seen it and not liked it.

This week will bring many many choir rehearsals. Followed by a big concert this Saturday, March 2. Anyone around in Edmonton should come, performance times at 2pm and 7pm. Talk to me about tickets. It will be quite the show!