Holy Smokes

Saying that I took a break from blogging would be the understatement of the year.  Hopefully this is me getting back into the swing of things.  So highlights of my summer.  Here are some pics of things we did.

Some pics from our cruise:

Rock climbing on our cruise ship

Us with the cruise ship behind us

Visiting the Kennedy Space Center before we leave

Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney Concert Pics:

Jake Owen starting the show

Grace Potter and Kenny

Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney

Misc. Summer Activities

Before Warrior Dash

After Warrior Dash

Labor Day Bike Ride

We did also climb another 14er this year:  Mt. Massive and let me tell you it was quite the hike.  It took approximately 7 and a half hours and was a lot harder than I thought it would be.  Anyways I have much more to say so hopefully I will start making some time for blogging again.

Until next time,

Krystal

The Hunger Games (Series) - Suzanne Collins

I finally listened to all the people telling me that I needed to read the Hunger Games.  I absolutely loved the book and the rest of the series.  This story is about a dystopia in which the government oppresses the citizens with the Hunger games, in which 2 children from each district are sent to fight to the death.  The books are cleverly written and each chapter tends to drop off with a shocking revelation that leads you wanting more.  My favorite was the 2nd book and that had to do more with the development of Katniss' resolution to her problems as well as plenty of surprises along the way.

These books were quick reads and definitely written in a way that had you desiring more.  I love the transition of her feelings for each person in her life as things progress from book to book and chapter to chapter.  It seemed to mirror reality where in life we change based on our situations.

Anyways I highly recommend this book and hope that you will all give it a chance even though the subject matter can be depressing.

Yours Truly,

Krystal

Office Pranks

Oh you got to love going on vacation just to come back to work in tin foil.  No joke, my coworkers carefully tin foiled everything in my cubicle.  My favorite was the phone....here are some pics.

Alan Jackson Concert

So last night me and Jeremy went to the Alan Jackson concert.  I have seen him before and I swear he is just awesome to hear perform.  On top of that, the concert was held at the Red Rocks Amphitheater, which is my absolute favorite concert venue.  There really is no other way to see a performance.  Gloriana opened for Alan and I have to say I was very impressed with their performance as well, considering I only knew one song.  The are a very talented group and I am sure they will go on to do many cool things.

Shot of downtown Denver from Red Rocks

Red Rocks stage

This is the video my husband took with his Go-Pro camera.  This is one of my favorite songs by Alan Jackson.

Hope you enjoy,

KP

Bolder Boulder 10K 2012

Today I ran the Bolder Boulder and while most of the time I probably wouldn't really brag since I usually don't finish it that great, I felt the need to brag today.  I finished the race it a whopping 1 hour, 5 minutes, and 25 seconds.  I could not believe it.  I finished ahead of Jeremy, although I will say I am impressed that he finished since he did get sick this weekend.  Anyways here are a few of my stats:

overall place:     19663 

division place:   277 out of 655

gender place:     7856 out of 24482

mile 1:               10:29.44 

mile 2:               11:12.39 

mile 3:               10:38.32 

mile 4:               10:50.77 

mile 5:                 9:46.91 

mile 6:               10:22.56 

net time:            1:05:25.86 

pace:                  10:32  

Anyways I hope we all remember what Memorial Day is all about and pay a tribute to our fallen heroes and the ones that are still here.
Yours Truly,

KP