Fall Break

So as much fun as college is, there's nothing like looking forward to a long relaxing break from homework, mid-terms, and the hectic life that comes with it! This was our first break, and it's been awesome!

Unfortunately, I didn't get to go all the way home to Texas because although we don't have school until Thursday, I have volleyball practice on Tuesday. However, I didn't have to stay on campus either- instead I got to go to my second home, my grandparent's house!

They live about an hour from Luther right outside of Lyle, MN. My Uncle Ted is here too which has made the weekend very special! It's been an awesome time for me to relax and to regenerate for the next half of the semester (I can't believe I'm already writing that!) And let's be honest, the only thing that can match being spoiled by your mother is being pampered by your grandmother!!! She's made all of my favorite meals, and even helped me with the loads of laundry I brought home.....ok, ok, she even did all of the laundry I brought home!

Another great thing about visiting my grandparents is that my boyfriend, Ryan's, hometown also happens to be Lyle, MN. Isn't that convenient? :) His brother was confirmed today, and I went over for the party this afternoon. This was a really exciting day, and I was glad that I got to be a part of it! All of Ryan's family was in town for the occasion. Now, I only have three first cousins. Ryan on the other hand has about fifty, so you can imagine when I say all the family was there that I mean it! It's always fun to be around a big family, and his is so much fun!!!

Tomorrow we're driving to the Mall of America in Minneapolis in hopes of finding a winter jacket. Evidently, it's been known to get a little chilly up here, or so the rumors go. And since I'm from- warm, lovely, doesn't get below 30 degrees in the winter time- Texas, it seems I'm not very well equipped to handle the next couple months without a decent ski jacket. Let's cross our fingers that our hunt is successful!

I hope everyone has had a great weekend like mine! And to all the seniors out there, I hope y'all can keep treking and working hard! It'll pay off next year- I promise!!! The college experience is totally worth it!

Bye for now!
Anna

"Rejoice in the Lord! I will say it again; rejoice!!!"-Philippians 4:4