Headaches and Heat

Today I found myself standing in a cow pasture, in my gold ballet flats, swatting giant flies away from my head as I stood staring at a dead and decomposing alligator.  The sun was hot and pounding down on my already aching head and I looked down, wondering how in the world this fit into my job description.

It wasn't accidental that I was here, a coworker thought I might like to look at this lovely animal to see if I wanted the bones for our comparative collection.  I couldn't even begin to think about how I would transport this smelly thing back to the museum.  No thanks, I'll pass. 

My twin sister is coming to visit me in a few weeks.  I can't wait.  It will be the recharging that I need, to be around family and to have someone know me perfectly, exactly how I am.  No pretending or tired smiles.  We are going to sit on the beach, eat macaroni and cheese and peaches, and snuggle.

Goin' to the Chapel

After being gone for a whole week I am finally home, in my pajamas and ready to sleep in my own bed tonight.  I am exhausted and was in dire need of a Bobby hug.  Don't you just love the feeling of being home? I have so much to share, the first being our wedding weekend.

We arrived at St. Pete on Friday evening, checked into our hotel (on the beach!) and caught up with all of our friends.  It was so good to see everyone, listening to both the new and old stories.  Saturday was spent at the beach, enjoying the sun and sand. We people watched from our homemade sand chairs.  Little kids splashing in the ocean, parasailers, men with big bellies, gold chains, and a perfectly red tan. 

It is nice here.

 

Kenzie and I

The wedding was Saturday at sunset and was BEAUTIFUL.  Melissa looked stunning.

Mr. and Mrs. Buckley!

Enjoying the sunset

 Bobby and I

My beautiful friends from college

We had a great night filled with eating, drinking,dolphin ice sculptures, laughing, and dancing (well..I tried to dance).  It was a perfect evening and I am so happy for the newly weds!

Busy Bee and Mini Vacation

I have been so busy that I haven't even had time to blog.  Sorry to my 12 followers for the lack of updates!  Work has been Crazy and I have been preparing for a week long trip to N.C. to visit the Eastern Band of Cherokees for our annual Strategic Planning meeting.  I leave on Monday and for the most part am excited about going.  I will be in the Smoky Mountains and enjoying the cooler weather.

But what I am most excited about is our mini trip up to St. Pete Beach this weekend for my friend Melissa's wedding.  It going to be a wonderful reunion of friends, laying on the beach, and getting gussied up.  I am doing some last minute cleaning and packing before Bobby gets home from school and we hit the road in a few hours.  

Tonight I will be watching the moon over the ocean and sticking my toes in the sand.