Rappelling!

Last month I went rappelling and it was a blast. We were 60 feet up at Red Rock Canyon one early Saturday morning. Our guide/instructor, Greg, has been doing this for about 30 years so he has the experience (thank goodness!) and the skill (even better!) to make sure we are safe. The tough part is going over but once that's done, it's fun! They say just don't look down! Here are some pictures of me and the others having fun in the canyon.

My mom

My mother was in the hospital recently for 12 days. It was the first time for me to see my mom in such pain and illness. I was scared. She was in the hospital on Mother's Day but we made the best of it to celebrate with her. Fortunately she is slowly getting better; she's back home now and eating!

This whole experience got me thinking about my relationship with my mother. She is one of the most strongest women I know. She has the most kindest heart. She puts everyone else first. It is a scary feeling to realize she will not always be around. I cherish every moment with her. I want to thank everyone who said a prayer for her and sent me well wishes for her. I appreciate it more than you know!

Happy Birthday Bisquit!

Today is Bisquit's birthday! She is 9 years old today. I adopted this Lhasa Apso last July from Craig's List. I guess I was feeling a little lonely without Roxie and I wanted to provide a dog a good home. Bisquit and I have come a long way. It was a rough transition at first for us. She has taught me alot about patience, understanding, and love. She is a very playful, loving dog. She, too, has taken a part of my heart. This is a recent picture of her. Isn't she a sweetie?!

Happy Birthday Roxie!

Today is Roxie's birthday! She is 4 years old. For those who don't know about her, she is our English bulldog who lives with her father. But I helped raise her since she was 8 weeks old to about 2 years old and consider to be her mother. So even though she lives with her father (my ex), he and I remain friends and stay connected for her. I know some of you may think I am crazy talking about this "mother/father" thing, but she will always be in my heart even though she is with him. This picture is a recent photo of her.......isn't she cute?!!!

I did a 5K Race today!

Henderson libraries held its 2nd annual Read & Run for Your Health 5K Race this morning. It was a little chilly at 7 am but good weather for a 5K run. It was in downtown Henderson starting & finishing on Water Street.

There were about 400 runners including the Henderson Police Academy recruits (gotta love those young men in uniform). It was my first 5K race in 8 years and I finished in 32.13 minutes. Not shabby for an "old lady." My goals were to finish without stopping and in under 30 minutes (one out of two is what I did). The last half mile got me as it was a slight uphill.

In my age division (45-49 years old female), the best time was 24 minutes and that's not shabby at all! The best time was in 15 minutes by a male runner who I believe is in his 40's! Good job to everyone who participated!!

Snowshoe Fun!

Went snowshoeing last Saturday at Mt. Charleston. Had a blast!! Some guys from work, their family members and I went on a 4 mile snowshoe hike. It was not that cold and the scenery was awesome! I fell a few times but no worries cause that's part of the experience. Nature, the peaceful feeling, and good times are what it's all about. If you never done it, you have to try it.

Happy Birthday Brendan!

Today is my nephew, Brendan's, birthday. He is 12 years old today. He lives in Phoenix and I miss sharing life's moments with him. He will be all grown up soon and I'll have missed out on seeing him grow up day-to-day. We see each other a few times in the year, but it's not the same as if we lived in the same city. So.....I'm just an aunt missing her nephew on his birthday. (This is a picture from his 10th birthday. I'll post one from today's birthday later when I get it.)