Applebutter Bike Ride

So, a few weeks ago I signed Nick and I up for a 22 mile bikeride. It is a trip that is sponsered through Tech's Rec Center.Despite the fact that Nick and I have not rode our bikes in probably 5 years, I thought it sounded really fun! The ride began in Lubbock and ended in Idalou where an Applebutter Festival was taking place at an apple orchard. They had BBQ at the festival and were selling everything apple! Applebutter, apple turnovers, apple bread, etc. I can't say that Nick was as enthused, but we still had a great time. The BBQ was really good and Nick and I got home made apple turnovers with Blue Bell ice cream. It was amazing! We opted out of riding the 22 miles back from the festival and decided to take the van. Just to make sure we are all on the same page...I only rode the van back because Nick was tired. I could have gone 22 miles no problem! I think Nick and I both came to the conclusion that riding bikes is a fun activity when done at a leisure pace...in a neighborhood...for maybe 30 minutes. I always said I would try just about anything once, but this is just one of those things that probably will stay in that "only once" category. Thankfully I took all of the pictures at the beginning of the ride, so when Nick and I look back at them it will appear that we had the time of our lives!

After the bike ride we went and ate at a mexican resturant in town called Fuzzy's Taco. I know the name sounds scary, but it was so delicious! My only complaint wasthe wooden seats...I would have preferred some cushion after 22 miles on a bike! My butt was hurting!

School has officially gotten started, and Nick and I are busy! Nick is doing a great job of balancing his 18 hours and being in the singing group Best Friends. I have yet to see him sing because it seems like everytime they perform I am in class. His director said I could sit in on one of the rehersals, so hopefully that works out this week! Despite being so busy, I am really enjoying my semester so far. My classes are becoming more hands on and we get to go out into the community more this semester. Some of things I will be doing include a wheelchair simulation (where we get to experience what it feels like to be in a wheelchair with minimal independence) and going to a local mental health facility to observe the occupational therapist during therapy sessions.

I hesitate to even say anything, because I know everyone already considers me the "crazy cat lady," BUT Nick and I found a stray black kitten a few weeks ago. Nick named him Slink because he is so limp (just like a Slinky!). He is super sweet and has provided a lot of entertainment, but I am not sure that I will be able to keep him. Nick and I have talked to the Humane Society and we have a meeting with them tomorrow. Be praying that we find the right home for Slink! He is such a cutie and I would hate for him to not have a wonderful home. Also, if you or anyone you know would like a kitten let me know!

This is right after his first bath! He loves water!

I'm still alive!

Hello everybody!

This is Nick here, I know I know, it's been too long. Needless to say, the past 4 months have been some of the craziest so far. Where to begin...well first, I finished up my youth minister internship in Whitney at the beginning of August. And then, after only one week back home in Tomball to relax, I moved up here to my new home: Lubbock! I moved into my dorm here at Lubbock Christian University, and my roommate is my good friend from home, Jordan Meuse. We have a pretty sweet set-up if you ask me. We have two rooms, joined by one bathroom. In one room, we put the beds and desks and all of our study stuff. In the other room, we have a 48 inch plasma TV (thanks to Mara Bosch and her husband!), a fouton, surround sound, a microwave, a coffee pot, and many other wonderful items that every college student needs. So if you're ever bored and in the Lubbock area, come by our dorm for some entertainment!!!

Also, Katie and I have gone on an adventure since we have both been here. Seeing as she never took the time to come see me and my church family in Whitney, I dragged her down there last weekend!







So you might be wondering, "What do these pictures have to do with anything?" Well...while in Whitney, we visited my good friend Matt Bruce (big guy with glasses) who just so happens to have two donkeys! And on the way back from Whitney, Katie and I stopped in Dublin for some delicious Dublin Dr. Pepper!

Well that's about all there is too it! I'm sure if I missed any important details, Katie will be sure to point them out to you. :) As a quick sign off, I type in Greek, seeing as I am learning that in class: αγάπε. Cool isn't it!?