Sometimes we have to act like teenagers again…

Sometimes I get stressed. Sometimes I feel like I am not having any fun in life. Sometimes I need a break. Sometimes it feels so good to let loose and have fun with a good friend. That is what I was able to do this past weekend. My good friend, Bridget Stowers, and I drove up to Minot to watch the State Volleyball tournament. The stress of the last three months melted away and I was able to just be me again. No angry parents, no late nights doing homework, correcting, watching game tape, or planning practice. Just relaxing and having a good old crazy time!

We had a ton of fun on the drive, exploring the town, at the mall, and in our hotel. We met a few new friends and hung out with our coaching buddies throughout the weekend.

Friday night we stayed up until 3:00 in the morning, managed to make it to our 8:00 coaches meeting on Saturday morning, and took in the new flick, Twilight. Great movie, highly recommend it! We made it back to Casselton around 3:00 Sunday morning and wow, were we tired. Looking back on the weekend I see it as a great memory to look back on when I am feeling stressed.

My senior, Kayla Nelson, was named to the All State Team and will play in the All Star Match next summer. I am very proud of her and her team this year. They were a great group of girls and I wish they could have been playing in the tournament this past weekend.

Sometimes we have to let loose and act like we are sixteen year old girls again and that is OK. It is OK to have a good time and relax after a long season.

Sad Gus

With our busy life schedule Gus has been feeling a bit blue lately. He has been moping around the house not wanting to play and ignoring us. VB has ended for me so I will be able to take him for walks and cuddle again. Bill's crazy 6 am to 1 am schedule continues. Gus is not just ignoring Bill, he will not listen when Bill gives him a command. He has serious resentment issues. Here are a few pictures of our sad little boy who needs attention.

Cool Pics of the Boys

It is a rainy day and I am waiting for the new furnace to be completely installed. Here is what I have been up to for the past hour:)

Hanging at the Maasjo's

After an afternoon of salsa making with Becky, the family got together for an evening meal and chatting. It was interesting having Gus and Sandy along and keeping Gus away from the boys. Sandy loves the boys but really just likes to rest. Bill had a few serious bonding moments with Gus, I know he loves him!

VB Life

This weekend was spent like I spend most of my weekends from Mid-August until the end of November, at a volleyball tournament. This weekend was the DLB Tournament, the top teams in the state take part in an invitational tournament that always proves to be exciting and a big challenge. The playing of the VB is important and exciting, however, the bus ride and the hotel time always proves to be interesting. In the past seven DLB tournaments that I have taken part in, I have never had an issue with the CC girls. Bill always gets a kick out of the crazy things they do and I always find that this is a memory that is created and remembered by the girls who have taken part in it. I have distinct memories from each tournament and this year will be no different. In fact I believe the "extra" part of the weekend is the most memorable of all. We ended up 4th in the championship bracket, not where we wanted to be but still OK with our showing. Here are a few pictures from the weekend.

Inside my house

Tonight is a first for me. I am sitting on my lawn furniture staring into my living room window wondering why my dogs are inside staring back at me while I sit out here looking at the stars. I would like to be inside with them but that is just not meant to be today. You are asking yourself "Why doesn't Dana just go inside?" The answer is, the deadbolt is locked and my key does not work in the deadbolt. Next question, "How did the door get locked with you outside and no working key?"
The answer is simple, Gus. Gus locked the door. I am sure it was an accident. He did not know what he was doing and locked it, right? Just like it was an accident when Sandy "fell" out the window or when the purple couch was in 4oo pieces on the floor. I honestly think it is his twisted way of punishing me for not being home. Bill is going to run home quick and see what he can do but he has to wait until he is at a point when he can do that.
Perspective, I guess that it really is not so bad. I have my health and husband that I love. I have a dog possessed by someone who likes to torture me and that is OK. He is cute and provides me with companionship, well at least he will if I ever get inside the house.

The Steph and Travis Wedding

My best friend Stephanie Lynn Johnson is now Stephanie Lynn Olson. Bill and I are very happy and excited for both Steph and Travis. We had a ton of fun at the grooms dinner, wedding, and reception. Maybe a little too much fun!