It's TRUE....

In less than 3 weeks Nick and I will be moved to Brussel's Belgium for a three month internship!

We couldn't be more excited and feel so blessed that everything is falling into place with out jobs here, housing, and everything else!
We both got internships for a company called Obelis. That's right, I got one too :) Nick's is a business development internship and mine is a marketing internship.
We are looking forward to traveling (Nick's mission in Paris is only two hours away!), eating the greatest chocolate in the world (we'll start taking orders anytime), and creating some great new memories together.
Hopefully my blogging will be a bit more consistent when we are out there...let's just say the last few months have been a bit busy.

Help!

OK, so I started a post of the Hawaii pictures, but than I decided with all the pictures I have I would rather be able to put them all together like a pictures collage (like I have seen on alot of your blogs). Does anyone know what I am talking about? And how to do that? I am blog illiterate so any of your help would be appreciated!

Hawaii Pics...

Will be coming soon.
We just got internet set up in our new place today, and I have to sort through the 300+ pics I took of our vacation.
Hopefully I will get them set up before the school season starts (which is in two days) Ah, where did the summer go???

The Happenings...

This last week was a milestone in our lil Keiki's life. She took the big step (or rather we did) and got her spayed. On the way home from the vet Nick commented that he didn't know who to feel more sorry for...the dog or me. I felt so bad for our little pup, she was in quite a bit of pain. I know it was for the best though.


Here she is as a wee pup.

And here is the dog she has grown into today.
I really need to give a big shout out to Nick for being such a trooper with Keiki. He was a bit hesitant when I suggested getting her (ok, he was quite objective) but he gave in, and has been such a great owner. And in turn, I think he has come to see the joys of having a dog, and loves her more than he though he would.

July 2nd was the annual Kunz family reunion to Lagoon. Unfortunately that was the rainiest day in 2 weeks - and it was very cold. Nick had never been to the water park there before so I went with him - of course the hot tubs were shut down. It was still a great time, as it always is getting together with family. I didn't take many pictures except of my wonderful Grandma who was celebrating a birthday. I made a cake for her.

My grandma is such a wonderful woman despite the trials she has had throughout her life. I will always admire her and look up to her for her strength and testimony.


For the 4th of July my parents and Ashley came down and we dutch ovened up Logan Canyon. Later that evening we watched the "Cruise In" which apparently is a major event in Logan - I myself was a bit dissapointed. It was still a great day and we had fun relaxing together as a family.




This upcoming week will be a busy one - Nick and I are yet again moving on Saturday. Hopefully this will be the last time we move while we still live in Logan. Can't help it though, we found somthing bigger and cheaper - can't pass that up.
After the move we go on our two week vacation to Hawaii!

Cataract Canyon

This last weekend Mama and Papa Bahr took us on an adventure with them down Cataract Canyon! We left Logan Friday and arrived in Moab that evening. Saturday morning we met with our crew and took a 2 hour jet boat ride down the Colorado River. There we met up with our raft and guide. The next few hours we spent hanging on for dear life as we went over some pretty extreme rapids such as Big Drop 1,2, and 3. Satan's Gut and The Claw. The rapids were nothing compared to the cold. Only halfway through did we discover wet suits which probably saved our lives. Apparently this was the coldest June in Moab since 1890. After the rapids it was another 3 hour ride to the end of the river at Lake Powell. At Lake Powell we were flown back to Moab on a 6 passenger plane. It was an amazing view! Overall it was such a fun and adventurous trip. Thanks so much Kim and Damon for inviting us!!


Nick and I on the jet boat...at this point none of us knew what lay ahead.


Nick and I in front of the rafts during the Lunch Break.

Dad and Mom Bahr during the lunch Break...talk about true adventurers.

This was our guide Nielsen...also our personal chef. He busted out a mean
ceasar chicken wrap right there on the side of the river.
This is the plane we flew back to Moab. It probably made our
stomachs churn more than the rapids. We had a really good view going back over
Colorado River and Canyonlands National Park though.


Awesome trip, Awesome Parents, Awesome Life!

Welcoming Sydney Joyce Bahr

We are a new uncle and aunt!! We went to Orem on Sunday for the beautiful blessing of a beautiful baby. Tyler and Missy once again did a great job, and now have 3 adorable kids!

Congrats Ashley!!!

My little sister, the baby of the family, graduated from High School this weekend.
The whole family made the trip to see her commencement. It was a great weekend! I can't believe lil Ashbutt is all grown up. She is taking after her big sister and attending BYU-Hawaii this July. Way to go Ash-We are so proud of you!!!

The traditional PHS all night non-alcoholic party took place later that night. Somehow my mother roped Nick and I along with Mark and Jenny to take her place as Chaperone at the party.
So the four of us followed Ashley to her graduation party to "chaperone." We pretty much just ate a bunch of food, and played guitar hero all night. It was a blast.

Yes, that is Mark dancing in the background



It had been a long time since I had stayed up that late,
so I needed a little caffeine boost.
Rockstars


Nick was the first to Kareoke all night. He sang "Twist and Shout"
by the Beatles. I refused to sing, so I just twisted.
We had a great weekend, and it was especially nice to hang out with Mark and Jenny. Because they live in New York we rarely get to see them! Once again, way to go Ashley - We are happy you are our little sister and are excited to take you out to Hawaii :)

A Texas Weekend

Nick and I had the opportunity to go to Dallas TX this last weekend.
Nick used to worked with a guy who was getting his Eagle Scout and asked him to speak at his Court of Honor; so we flew out for the weekend.
Neither one of us had been in Texas before (outside the airports) so it was a real treat.
Friday night we went to our friend's little sister's play. It was about the holocaust. It was truly amazing and inspiring. The play was based on the book: Eva's story. (It is similar to Anne Frank's diary. In fact Anne and Eva were the same age during the Holocaust. After the war, Eva's mother married Anne Frank's father, making Eva and Anne stepsisters). I highly suggest you read it.



After the play, the main character, Eva, now 80 years old, was actually there for an answer and question session. She truly is a remarkable and inspiring lady. It took her 40 years to be able to talk about her experiences as a survivor of the holocaust. Nick and I were able to get our picture with her after the show.



Saturday morning we visited the Dallas World Aquarium. It was a bit different than what we expected for an Aquarium. It had birds, insects, and even a jaguar.

This bird was definitely use to humans. Later a saw a toddler pulling on his feathers, but he didn't seem to mind.

Nick and Cooper

Nick and I in front of the waterfall


Nick's fishy face


Flamingo Frenzy


Nick, Cooper, Katy and Katy sitting in the shark tube.

After the Aquarium was Coop's Court of Honor. We ate some real good food that night, and finished the night off with another visit to The Orange Cup, a really good frozen yogurt place.
Sunday we flew back home to find Keiki not too traumatized. I was probably more traumatized than she was leaving her home alone for the weekend. Thank goodness we have great friends to help us out!

Nick says I treat Keiki too much like a human...I don't think so.

Although it was a short trip to Dallas it was so much fun. We both fell in love with Texas and the Southern Hospitality!

Buh Bye Savings....

...Hello HAWAII!

We bought our tickets for Hawaii today. I am super excited. Only three months until I get to lay on this.....

And Nick gets to do this.....

For you Rachel...

Here's a quick catchup of what we having been up to lately.

* Nick has completely finished remodeling our bathroom except for a few odd end jobs (like painting and putting up the shelves). I found a cute white cabinet for $30 that goes perfectly in the corner.
Needless to say, the project - although long and tedious - was well worth it. Nick did an amazing job! (the pictures really don't do it justice)



* Lil Ashley T is going to BYU-Hawaii for school in July. We are trying to save our pennies so we can take her out there and reminiscence our first dating months in paradise....if anyone wants to donate to the cause.... :)

* The Transtrum Family is moving to Morgan UT - goodbye Wyoming!

* We went to Orem City for an Easter dinner and egg hunt with Nick's family. Very fun - and Keiki was able to have a play date with her good friend Dixie - thanks Rachel and Joel!

*I am trying to keep up with my ball skills by playing city league basketball every Tuesday night...it is so fun. Nick is a loyal fan, cheerleader, and sometimes coach :)

*Nick only has a couple weeks left of school - hallelujah! We'll be staying in Logan over the summer - no more summer sales for us!

Other than that, we are just anxiously awaiting spring and the warm weather - we're tired of the cold and snow!

~Giveaway Tag!~

I couldn't resist! My super cute friend Carly posted this and here are the rules. . .

The first five people to respond to this post will get something made by me! My choice. For you. This offer does have some restrictions and limitations:
1- I make no guarantees that you will like what I make!
2- What I create will be just for you.
3- It'll be done this year.
4- You have no clue what it's going to be.

The catch is that you must repost this on your blog and offer the same to the first 5 people who do the same on your blog. The first 5 people to do so and leave a comment telling me they did win a homemade gift by me! :)

A Bit of Renovation

We are renting an older house in the "Historic District" of Logan.
Because the house is older, it comes with a lot of quirks. Most of these quirks are easily dealt with, and add character to our home, but the bathroom and it's quirks were just not practical.

Nick, being the thinker that he is, struck up a deal with our Landlord. Nick would provide all the labor to remodeling the bathroom if the landlord provided all other expenses. Although Nick had never done any construction or major home remodeling before, he took advantage of this opportunity to learn a few things. He has become quite the handy man. He's learned how to change electric, how to plumb, how to install tile....I am proud of my husband and all his hard work. Although this project has taken a little more time and effort than we initially planned the results are going to pay off! Thanks Nick for making my showering and bathroom activities much more comfortable!!!

Here is Nick hammering away at the walls.

The "Assistant"

Look out for pictures of the end result coming soon!

PS: Special thanks to all those who have helped us during this Renovation including:
Nick's parents for sacrificing a weekend to help out,
Jake Gadd- for lending us some tools and valuable home improvement knowledge,
The Gadd Family: The use of their bathroom - ours is definitely not in working condition.
The friendly workers at supply stores.

BIG NEWS....

.....Keiki graduated from Puppy Class!
She is now much more Obedient.