Every day...

Every day I get to see you smile, is a great day to be alive.

I wish it would start to cool down in Las Vegas. I was just meandering through pictures from the passed year on a friend's facebook (stalking, creeping, lurking, whatever you want to call it....yes, I was doing it) and realized how bizarre it was to see myself and others in heavy thick jackets in Las Vegas.  It was really hard to comprehend that the weather will actually get cold enough for such things.... It seems so surreal. 

We have survived our first summer in Nevada and let me tell you, it was a struggle at some points. It's weird not really being able to go out much but I think we've managed to do pretty well.  Malia will slowly be released earlier and earlier to the parks, we'll be able to take nightly walks with the dogs. Hiking and camping are now possible (for a short while til it gets to cold).   Going down a slide at the park and not worry about third degree burns is now on the horizon.  Lack of hydration wont be a constant stress and we'll know that 4 gallons of water will no longer be required a day. 

I cannot wait for the weather to cool but I do look forward to our trip to the East Coast and back to Colorado, where when the weather changes so does the surroundings. I don't think the leaves will fall off the tree or snow will cling to our bushes this winter (anything IS possible) but we'll be able to get the fresh crisp air on the many adventures in store. 

I really look forward to this time of the year, just like every season.... At first, it's like opening a fresh batch of cookies... the first few are the best and by the time you've reached the bottom of the bag, you've had your fill. 

Welcome, Fall.... we've been waiting for you.