Welcome Back Blue Angels!

I just LOVE the Blue Angels that come each year to Sea Fair in Seattle! I don't know what it is about them....that you see them before you even hear them coming, their history, patriotism...whatever it is, I just love them! And our office in Bellevue is the perfect location for watching them practice all day long- they are AWESOME!

Sweet Dreams

All my life, probably until the day I moved out of my parent's house, I insisted that my mom and dad "tuck me in." Each night when my dad would close my door, he wished me "sweet dreams".
Today I woke up from such a sweet dream...

We were in what must have been Leavenworth...it was definitely in the mountains somewhere, and since we spent so much time there in the summers growing up at my Uncle's property, I have to assume this was the location. All of my dad's side of the family was there....my grandparent's were in their motorhome that they used to drive up each summer from Louisiana, all my Aunt's and Uncle's, and all my cousins. My grandparents were scooting around, healthy and active like they always were (my grandma now has Alzheimer's). The funny thing about my cousins was that they were all really little....like early-mid grade school ages, but I was the same age. It must be the time in their lives that I always picture them at (kind of like Kevin Gwinn...he will ALWAYS be 6 years old to me!).

I can't even really recall what we were doing or if there was a plot to my dream...but I just woke up with such a peaceful feeling, such a loving feeling of family and memories.

I knew that dad must have sent me that dream.
Thanks dad!

Mr. Fix-It!

Yay for Nick! He has successfully fixed our leaking toilet! For only $23 we were able to fix the leak ourselves...as opposed to calling a plumber at the first sight of a leak (this was my initial solution to the problem).
I feel so fortunate that I have a hubby who balances me so well. There are certain things that I get way more worked up over than he does i.e. plumbing problems, finances, plans. There are also certain things in which I am the calm one for him: traffic, ailments, patience, more ailments.
It is an amazing blessing to have found someone to go through this balancing act of life with...who helps me, and I help him. Leaks and all.

Wallingford=Celebrity Sightings

I have officially decided that if you want to see some celebrities in Seattle...Wallingford is the place to be! Unfortunately for me, it is only my husband who gets to partake in these sightings and not me. sigh.
Today he and Dave saw Robin Williams along 45th street shooting a movie...we tried to look it up and see what movie it was and what it was about. I won't even write the topic here, too absurd to even repeat...
The have also seen Dave Matthews numerous times....at the QFC, the coffee shop, teaching his kids how to ride their bikes (cute!). He lives literally 3 houses away from our church and STILL I have never seen him!
I know there have been other B-listers, but neither Nick nor I can think of who they are right now. But get yourself on over to Wallingford and I'm certain you may bump into one!

"The 80's were rough....." -Jamie McQuary

Thank you for being born!

Saturday night was definitely a reason to thank Michelle for being born....her 80's Prom party in our backyard was one of the funnest parties ever! Everyone went ALL out with their ensembles, it was quite impressive! Good looking dudes! Sporting our 80's stance My prom date was totally awesome!

Happy Birthday Michelle, such a fun night and fabulous way to celebrate you!
Check out Kris's blog for more great pics of the night!

BizX Networking

Tonight Nick had a networking event put on by BizX (a business trade organization), and since Dave couldn't go with him, I was runner up! BizX hosted the event at Portage Bay Cafe's newer location in South Lake Union. They serve really delicious, mostly organic food...so I was really excited for the morsels.

No joke, I had about 10-12 of these delicious bites...roasted red peppers wrapped around a tiny bit of goat cheese (my fav cheese)...so good!

The event was pretty interesting...you meet people from all kinds of work who offer their services on BizX, and then in turn use services from other BizX businesses. I did see the crazy who did my wedding corsages and boutonnieres and hid...he was just too much! To quote, "Oh there you are angel!" when I originally went into his store. I just wasn't up for it tonight.

I also met this fella who told me to thank my parents for being so beautiful, wow. Check out his tie! I had to get a pic with him...look at those beautiful giants! I also met maybe the most annoying guy ever. Thought he was way too cool, you know the type...suit, Belltown-type, just FULL of himself. I actually kind of got into a disagreement with him regarding annuities- ha! Margo would be so proud!

Fun, interesting evening with yummy bites and wine AND a free 15 minute chair massage...not bad!

Copy Cats

Tonight Nick and I made the delicious "brinner" pizza that Jackie had posted the other week....and let me tell you, it is AMAZING! So easy and so yummy! Thanks Jax for the great recipe idea!

So-Do Mo-Jo!

Today Nick, Diggy and I headed down to Safeco Field for an M's game! I'll be honest...I don't even really pay that much attention to the games (maybe if they were good, but they are just so darn bad this year!) but it was just the perfect afternoon for a game!

We kept moving seats so that we could stay in the sunshine...it was lovely!

The highlight of Nick's afternoon was as we were leaving the game, he noticed that walking a short distance behind us was the new WSU Football coach, Paul Wulff. I think he wasn't 100% sure that was him, so we slowed down and right as he was right by us, I yelled "GO COUGS!" When he turned around smiling, we knew it was him! I then asked if Nick could get a picture with him...I love his little boy hiding behind him! Those Cougar fans can be pretty scary sometimes, and I realize I was one of those crazy fans today...but we couldn't miss an opportunity like this!

It also makes me REALLY excited for Cougar Football this year, though not so excited that I want the summer to be over....I'll take this sunshine as long as I can get it!

Summer Saturdays...

Today was such a great little Saturday, one where nothing was really planned...but the day turned out lovely! Nick, Crystal and I started the day out with a walk around Greenlake, some coffee, then Nick made us a yummy breakfast, headed downtown so Crystal could start getting ready for the wedding she was going to, checked out the Nordstrom sale (found a few deals!), Jamie came over and we lounged in the backyard, fell asleep in the sun, and then got some pizza and wine to take over to Mike and Erin's new house that they are moving into this weekend!

I love summer Saturday's in Seattle!

"I have a dream...

A song to sing..
To help me cope, with anything...
If you see the wonder, of a fairytale...
You can take the future, even if you fail...
I believe in angels, something good in everything I see..."

I screamed the first time I saw the previews for this movie as Sophia started singing, "I have a dream..." The girls and I are headed to see "Mamma Mia: The Movie" tonight and I couldn't be more excited! This is one of my absolute favorite musicals and I can't wait to see how the adapt it into a movie. And the bonus is: Crystal is in town for it! I'm running to the airport to pick her up in approximately 10 minutes...gotta scoot!

2 things are official...

1. I am a Juhl now!! YAY!!
2. I am the biggest clutz I know....boo.

I went to the DMV today at lunch (probably one of my least favorite locations ever) and finally got my name changed! I am officially Courtney Ann Juhl now! Well, I guess it isn't 100% official until I change my Social Security card, which my co-worker Heather tells me is also quite the experience....but I'm one step closer!

On my way to the DMV however, I was racing down a few steps and my heels got caught on my pants and I went flying to the concrete, complete spread eagle. The worst thing is, this isn't even close to the first time this has happened. I always seem to fall!!
My knees are all banged up now, and my pants are torn.....excuse for some new work pants?? I think so.

Favorite Jimmy Song!

The funny thing is...you can mostly only hear me singing along, ooops! And the guy at the end telling me to stop videoing or he would snatch my camera-

"Chase this light with me...."

Tonight Nick and I are off to a Jimmy Eat World concert, and I must admit...I'm quite excited! Who is Jimmy Eat World you might ask? I would have asked this same question about 2 years ago, but Nick introduced me to this band he loves quite a lot...and I am now a lover as well. I never really even knew any of their songs except one REALLY annoying one..."It just takes some time...little girl you something something something...everything, everything will be just fine.." You know the one.
Well...the rest of their music is a LOT better. I promise. Though, we may be surrounded by a bunch of 15 year old Punk kids from what Nick tells me....

A Day of Addie/Addy!

I got to spend time with my two favorite Addie's today...Adelaide Lovik and Addison Elhardt! We met Dave, Amy and Addie at Peso's this a.m. for breakfast/brunch...totally a tradition we have started with the Lovik's it seems. We ONLY breakfast at Peso's.Later, I met up with Cabester, Ruthie, Jeff, Terry, Matty and Addy Mae at the Greenlake baseball field to watch Todd play some softball. Truth be told though, I really mostly just played with and stared at Addy! Sorry Todd, she's just TOO cute!
I just love these precious babes!