The Sawtooths

I have lived in Idaho now for two years and to many peoples amazement have never seen the Sawtooths, some of the prettiest mountains in Idaho. The sad thing is I have driven past these very mountains on my way to Montana several times. For my part it is usually dark as we travel and I am either asleep or preoccupied with seeing my mom and other relatives.

So over the Labor Day weekend I finally made my first trip to the Sawtooth Mountains. They are absolutely beautiful, and I have no idea how I missed them before, they're huge! Brandon thought it would be funny to point out three little mountains and say, "There they are.." I was obviously not impressed and didn't know what all the hype was. Just as I was getting done saying I had pictured higher more jagged peaks we turned the bend and there they were.

The hike was fun, beautiful, steep and rocky. We ate lunch up at Sawtooth Lake, our destination for the hike. I sat and enjoyed the views and may have fallen asleep for a minute. Food coma, what can I saw. Brandon continued on to hike to the top of the peak, I was not brave enough for that one which was probably a good thing.

The whole day made me very grateful for all the beautiful places I have been blessed enough to see or live. I also couldn't help but be grateful for my body and that I had the ability to make the hike. Some things just can't be admired from the side of a road or in a car.

The Fair & More

The last few weeks have flown by with the usual summer activities. Last week I went up to Lake Cascade with Brandon and all his family for their summer trip. It was an activity packed few days and so much fun. Unfortunately I forgot my camera at home, so don't have any pictures to document the fun we had. Wednesday was a marathon of events with boating first thing in the morning, followed by biking in the afternoon and rafting that evening. I don't know about everyone else but I enjoyed the next few days of relaxing to recover. The Kellers are all wonderful and I had so much fun getting to know them.

Last night was Ben, Becky, and my annual trip to the fair. Maybe it was just a part of living in Montana, but the fair was always the main summer event and what we all waited for as kids. It meant the end of summer, time for school to start again and a last chance for the yummy summer food, and I ate plenty last night . This year we brought along Brandon, his brother and sister in-law and their two adorable kids. It was really hot out but we managed to have a lot of fun hanging out with everyone watching Lindsey and Gavin pet and feed all the animals and play around. Even Quincy had a few brave moments and stuck her little hand out to the animals. Thanks everyone for the good time!

The Library?!

Yesterday I had to go to the library to find some books for research I am doing for work. As I was approaching the doors I tried to think back to the last time I entered a public library. I am a little embarrassed to admit it's been almost a decade. Don't get me wrong I read plenty of books, but since high school I have opted to buy books rather then check them out. Prior to entering the building I had assumed, for some stupid reason, that everyone else was also buying books these days and doing research on the Internet so I thought the library would be pretty dead.

As I went upstairs to the reference section (I had to ask where that was) I started getting nervous. Would I remember how to find a book? At the book store you just tell them what you want and they get it. The library is a whole other beast, you have to do this yourself. Luckily I discovered that the library is much like riding a bike, at least for me it was. I found my books with out a glitch and gave myself a pat on the back. (Wahoo Sarah!)

I am happy to report that I am the proud owner of a shiny new library card and that the library is anything but dead. There were people of all ages and sizes scurrying around trying to get their hands on a good book. Now that I remember the joys that are the public library I plan on making good use of my new card.

Owyhee Reservoir

A bunch of us went to check out the Owyhee Reservoir in Oregon last weekend. None of us had been there before and weren't really sure what to expect, but I think we were all pleasantly surprised. The scenery was pretty and the water was great. When we got there we loaded up the boat and went searching for a perfect camp spot, it took a little while but finally all the chiefs in our village agreed on a spot and we dropped anchor.

Friday night a few people skied or wake boarded to the backdrop of a beautiful sunset and glassy water. By the time Saturday afternoon rolled around I couldn't help myself, I had to get in. Don't tell the doc. but I only gripped with my fingers on my right hand, that's safe right? :) I was sore Sunday and my cast was wet for a few hours afterward, but it was worth it. Hopefully I didn't do too much damage. I didn't take a lot of pictures so hopefully the shots below do the trip justice.


The Owyhee Reservoir

A little dance break in between skiing

Brandon driving, he's pretty cute if I do say so myself :)

Brandon impressing us with his sweet skills

Ouch!

I went mountain biking two weeks ago and as usual, took a couple spills. This is normally nothing to report. But after my fall Saturday my wrist was hurting and I kept telling myself that I had just jammed it. Well, last weekend I helped my mom clear out our storage unit down in Provo and bring the remnants back to Boise. After a weekend of sorting, packing, and unpacking my wrist was really hurting and throbbing. To make a long story short I broke a bone in my wrist. Yippee! I go to the doctor today to find out if I have to have a hard cast or not.

My dreams of biking, tennis and wake boarding this summer have now all been dashed. I might as well go get my nails done or something. And my handwriting at this point is nothing to be desired. Oh well, anyone got any one handed activities I can take up for the next 4 to 6 weeks.

Tagged! Thanks Becky!

One Word Tag...

1. Where is your cell phone? desk
2. Your significant other? :)
3. Your hair? brown
4. Your mother? loving
5. Your father? great
6. Your favorite thing? family
7. Your dream last night? sweet
8. Your favorite drink? milk
9. Your dream/goal? mom
10. The room you’re in? office
11. Your children? zero
12. Your fear? oceans
13. Where do you want to be in 6 years? a mom
14. Where were you last night? home
15. What you’re not? patient
16. Muffins? blueberry
17. One of your wish list items? kitchen aid
18. Where you grew up? Missoula
20. What are you wearing? heels
21. Your TV? old
22. Your pets? zero
23. Your computer? mac (love it!)
24. Your life? awesome
25. Your mood? content
26. Missing someone? girlfriends
27. Your car? dirty
28. Something you’re not wearing? contacts
29. Favorite Store? Target
30. Your summer? beginning!
31. Like someone? yup
32. Your favorite color? red
33. Last time you laughed? yesterday
34. Last time you cried? May

I tag Michelle, Rachael and anyone who cares to join in the fun!

Thanks for the help!

Thanks for all the help ladies! It seams no one knows what I should do with my hair. There were a few of you that were a little more vocal than others and like it short. Well, I still don't know what to do so I guess I'll figure it out when the time comes to cut it. Vamos a ver!