Natural Sceptre

So! A little weekend update. I tend to stay away from my computer on the weekends, these days. Probably has something to do with being on one all day, every day, every other day of the week. Friday night we went to see the new Harry Potter. It was refreshing! Well, it was dark and a little scarier than I expected, but what I loved SO MUCH was that it didn’t go on for 45 hours trying to fit every nuance of the book in for the “die hard” fans. I feel like the story was represented in a way that was interesting and fun, and I didn’t feel tired at the end. Good job..er, Harry Potter people. Saturday I had a fabulous Bridal Shower. Megan and Alicia made wonderful food and came up with fun games to play. Some mission girls showed up, and some of the locals. It was odd being the center of attention, but it was a lot of fun. I’m so grateful that these girls are here and willing to do that for me! We’re having round two on the 1st of August, when all the moms and sisters will be in town. I’m excited for everyone to get to meet everyone else! The rest of Saturday…um, I don’t remember. I think John and I went for a walk? We’ve been walking up in the canyon quite a lot lately. Watched a movie on the futon? Drove around with my brother? I’ll give it a think and let you know if I have any recollection of what we did. Sunday, however, I remember. Picked up my Mom at the airport in SLC- she’s flown in earlier than expected (she was originally coming on the 27th for the wedding) because her oldest sister is dying. It was kind of sudden, and we’re not sure what happened, but she’s probably got a couple days left. It’s been hard to watch my mom go through the loss of another sister, and then there’s all the family politics and craziness that play up during times like this- but I’m glad we’re here for her. She’ll be staying with us now until the wedding…which is (hold on let me check) 17 days away! So, needless to say, the plate’s a bit full at the moment. Although it’s sad circumstances that brought her out, I can’t help but be glad my Mom’s here now. I’m excited for her to have some more time with John, and to see some things in Utah. Plus, it’s just nice having her around to talk to about stuff. I’ve got a good one