I think every now and then we all need a reminder that sometimes love isn't about cupid. Love isn't always a war. Love isn't always feelings, sometimes it's moments. I've really been reminded lately in little ways how although Ian is often gone, I still have great summer love happening. Would I prefer for him to be here for it, absolutely...but that isn't our life so I choose to love my life no matter where the one I love is.
Here's a look at how lovely this summer has been.
I took Ian to Seattle for his 30th birthday to see the New York Yankees (yes, he is a real, life long fan who attended games as a kid. No bandwagon comments, please) play the Seattle Mariners. We had 4 days of fun in a city he had never been to doing some exploring but mainly eating seafood.
The flower stands are always my favorite at Pike Street Market.
A perfect night on the giant Ferris Wheel over the water. We timed it perfectly and saw a stunning sunset. (Also, I cannot handle how cute that bearded smile is!!)
The perfect all-American birthday. Beer and baseball. (Don't ask which one we spent more money on.)
Celebrating my birthday on the viewing deck of the Space Needle. It was incredible to actually spend our birthdays together (this has never happened for us so we soaked up the celebration time!)
We ended our time in Seattle laying in the grass by the fountain, listening to music and thanking God for 4 uninterrupted days together during fire season.
Sister time! Both Emma and I have had a lot happening over the summer and most of it hasn't been on the fun or easy side of things. We snatched up the opportunity one night for some quality time together which resulted in the picture below which clearly needs no caption. I am always so thankful for God giving me this one as a sister. She is all together lovely, hilarious, wise and so fun.
Spontaneity.
My incredible friend Serrah is a wild land firefighter and so summer for her is usually spent away from home, sweating profusely and lacking free time so this past weekend we grabbed the rare opportunity of both of us having a day off and ventured to Sun Valley for an incredible outdoor symphony. And the wine was ALMOST as good as the music.
Home Improvements.
I've loved spending time making our house feel like more of a home than a bachelor pad. I feel like we've reached a middle ground that suits both Ian and I. Knowing that our bookshelves are mixed with books we both love, our yard was a project we did together and seeing the antlers he's collected mixed in amongst our decor just makes this space feel like our stamp as a couple is on it.
Birthday Flowers and Celebrations with my "Net"
What girl doesn't love a gorgeous delivery at work from her favorite florist?
(I value and appreciate these women like no other! They have been such needed parts of my life this year. They are the net that catches me when I fall and I'm ever so thankful for them. My birthday dinner overlooking that canyon was unforgettable.)
Husband with my favorite 3 year old. What more do I need to explain??
LOVE
Tupper Lee.
My best friend Whitney gave birth to sweet Tupper Lee last September. I remember Whit placing Tup in my arms a mere 3 hours after she was born, introducing me to Tup as "Auntie Kate". I was instantly taken with this blue eyed babe who has always had major cheeks. This summer both Whit and Tup have been a huge source of love for me. I love loving them!
These balloons were a part of a fun project I did with some kids. We wrote love notes to their mom and dad, tied them to the end of the ballon and then let the balloons float to the ceiling in their living room. I love this picture simply because it just looks like happiness but also because at the end of each string was a declaration of love.
I hope no matter where you are today that you take just a minute to find the love that's all around you!
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