I’ve literally tried for an HOUR to load all the pictures I have so I could show you guys what I’ve been up to, as well as prove that I really am in America. Today’s post was supposed to be a story told with pictures… but I have no pictures… so I can’t really tell the story. What a disappointment! Oh well.

I have really missed you guys. I’ve been reading, but I just haven’t had enough time to respond much.

Things always seem busier on vacation. Why is that? I swear we have spent literally spent about 96 hours just in travelling the past couple weeks. I’m ready to have a vacation darn it!

Here are a few notable happenings of the past week:

*We went to Possum Kingdom last weekend. It was beautiful. Will and I really love it there. Will would love to buy his aunt and uncle’s house one day. It has an amazing view of the lake. We had a good time the few days we were there.

The first day Will decided I should shave his head. I started the process, only his electric shaver died in the middle. I have some super funny pictures of his half shaved head for you guys- only because of the terribly slow internet connection I’m using, I can’t seem to share them. What a bummer. Trust me, they’re great. He kept saying, “It looks like I have mange!“ ha ha. It was pretty gross looking, and he DID look like a mangy (sp?) dog.

Well, since Will was half shaven and we had no electric razor, he decided he should just go all out and “Bic it.” That means truly shave every hair off your head so it’s all shiny. So- Will’s dad “bic-ed” Will’s head. Boy was that a sight. I’ll have to post pictures when we get back to Kuwait. His hair has quickly grown back and he now has dark brown stubble- thank goodness! I’m not sure if I’m ready for the Mr. Clean look!

*While looking through Will’s aunt and uncle’s fridge for condiments, Jenny stumbled upon a jar of mayonaise dated back to 20freaking04. That’s right- 2004! (seriously, they need to clean their fridge!) Instead of doing “the right thing” and saving her family members from explosive fiery diahrrea, she put it back in the fridge because, “She didn’t want to upset them if they wanted it.” Trust me. They did not want it. If you ever come visit me and see I have decade old mayo in the fridge, be a pal and toss it. Please.

*Will bought me tampons a few days ago. I know many of you have those sweet sensitive husbands that are totally cool with that, but Will is just not like that. We’ve been married two and a half years and this is his first tampon run.

“What kind do I get?”

“Tampons, Will.”

“I know, but what size!?”

“Super.”

“Okay- but WHAT SIZE?”

“What do you mean!?”

“SIZE!! Small? Medium? Large?”

“Sweetie, this isn’t The Gap. One size fits all.”

What a goof. Not only did he buy me tampons, but also got a huge box of chocolate peanut butter cookies. I swear the checkout person was probably thinking,
“Poor guy. His wife is a ravenous monster and sent him on a tampon and cookie run. I always feel for these guys.”
I promise I didn’t tell him to get the cookies. That was all him.

*I also got to meet Nestie Sarah last week. It was a very special day for me. It started with lots of laughter and fun and ended with me in tears that night to Will telling him how much I miss home! It was a great afternoon. I have been so blessed by my friendships here. I’m so serious when I tell you guys how much I love you! The nest has been so good to me. I’m so thankful for this place and the friendship it has brought me. I have pictures to verify that Sarah didn’t turn out to be a 63 year old man. She’s legit and checks out (love you). It was great. Like everything else, pictures to come later. Dubai 2007 or bust?

*Perhaps the biggest news in my life the last 2 days has been the fact that I am now the proud owner of a tiny little terror by the name of Boz- and boy does he fit his name! Boz was named after Brian Bosworth, one of the best football players throughout the 1980s at OU. Boz is already taking after his “mentor.” He’s all over the place and loves to terrorize his big sister, Lucy (that’s my sister’s dog). Yep. Two tiny dogs that have big personalities. My in-laws LOVE it…

NOT.

NOT.

NOOOOTTTT.

The pups have been really good considering this is all weird for them. Boz is one week younger than Lucy but about 2 times her size. He’s a chunk. They’re so funny to watch. I have pictures to share but… well- do I really need to repeat myself??

I know having a dog isn’t like having a baby, but somehow I feel like Boz is going to be like our baby. I swear, I think he thinks Boz means “No“ because everytime I say, “Boz!“ it’s usually because he’s pinned Lucy or is getting into something he shouldn’t. Maybe I should work on “no“ first and then name recognition. What a handful!

I have so much I want to post about 5 times a day I am laughing and thinking, “I HAVE to post about this,” but time just gets away from me. I thought our vacation would be extremely relaxing but it’s just been go, go, go! It’s been great to be home, though.
I feel so rushed and I know I have a million more things to say, but I better go for now. I miss you guys and look forward to catching up soon. Hopefully before I get back to Kuwait! I also hope I can post my pictures, but it’s looking doubtful.

Have a wonderful next few days!