Riot and Frolic

– first trip of the summer to my gramma's pool.  Thanks, Gram!  

– several loaves of bread made in the breadmaker my gramma gave me.  

– one weird pan of ice cream.

– seven invitations to air-conditioned houses.  Thanks, friends!

– another awesome trip to the river.  Raspberry Island was the destination this week (Harriet Island's less popular sister).  Amphitheater= dance stage.

– one kiddie pool blown up and ready for more 100 degree days…  Or not.

– a cute hairbow ready for production.

– pancakes for breakfast with some delicious peaches on the side.

– a million questions answered in preparation for our studio's Showcase and the big local competition, Twin Cities Open.

– two days of teaching that flew by.  Good job, students!

– my first Book Club experience!  You might remember the book I was reading in anticipation for being accepted into, what I can only imagine is, a very exclusive group.  Not that I'm socially awkward (*nervous laughter*…), but I don't meet a lot of people outside my job and nerd-out when I'm out of my comfort zone.  I was a bit apprehensive meeting a bunch of new ladies, but everyone was way cool and I think I only stuck my foot in my mouth once.  Okay, maybe twice, but it was a good time.  I think I'm still in the Club.  Time will tell…

– walk down Grand Avenue with a trip to My Sister's Closet.  Mae Cake brought the money. 

Besides actually driving down Grand Avenue on the weekend, the street is a good time.  Many good places to eat and shop.  I finally ventured into MSC, as mentioned above, after hearing about it from friends for years.  Tons of great second-hand clothes at amazing prices and a great vintage section.  I found an Anthropologie hat with the tags still on for $10, and it turned out to be 30% off!  $50 hat for $7?  Okay.  

– super congrats to my bestie on her second place finish at a ballroom competition this weekend.  She also has a cute new dress.