Summer 2018 is one for the books!

I have always thought it was funny how people think summer is less busy than the school year. In my 23 years of experience I have found the opposite. Summer is full of things from camp, family vacations, weddings and everything in between. This summer has been one amazingly fantastic whirlwind for me and my family!

Whirlwind #1:

The Brother, Paul, got married in Tucson, AZ to my awesome sister-in-law, Leslie! I had never been to Arizona and it was a week full of new sights, hiking with friends and being with family. 10/10 recommend family weddings and everyone should visit Arizona! It’s breathtaking!

Whirlwind #2:

The Fiancé, Austin, on August 11th, asked me to marry him, I said YES! I’m still in shock (a good shock) and so unbelievably happy! I had no idea it was coming and he surprised me at my families lake cabin, which is my favorite place in the world. We were fortunate to be able to celebrate with family the whole weekend. It was perfect 🙂 My heart is full!

Whirlwind #3:

The Trip, in May, Austin and I decided we wanted to go France and travel around Europe to visit friends and learn more about viticulture (aka lets go try yummy wine). In order to make this happen, we have been busy working, working, working! Austin was full time at Calico Skies Vineyard and Winery and I worked at the Catholic Community Foundation of Eastern South Dakota, Marie & Marie Bridal and Minnehaha Country Club. It sounds crazy busy but all of my jobs were so great and everyone I worked with was so nice! Somehow, Austin found time to plan our whole 3 month trip to Europe and I can’t believe we leave Sept. 2nd (that means tomorrow). Austin and I will begin our trip in France, and then onto Greece, Morocco, Italy and so many places in between! I will be posting here every week with updates on where we are and what we are up to!

PS – We are only using carry-ons for our 3 months of travel – here’s to hoping I didn’t forget anything 🙂

Needless to say I will NEVER forget summer 2018 “The Whirlwind”

“Travel is never a matter of money but of courage.” – Paolo Coelho

*Stay tuned!! I can’t wait to share our travels with you!!