Day 244/365

     Today I took Kip to a local park where he got to see the lake for the first time. He. Loved. It. Out of all the dogs my family's had, none of them have been water dogs. To say I was excited to see that Kip seems to love water is a major understatement. Next summer should be interesting. 

Day 76/365

     My brother graduated from high school today! I can't believe it; four years ago I was doing the same! So much has changed over the past four years, some for the better and some for the worse. Despite everything that's changed though: my mom, brother, and I have stayed close and gotten through it all together. Ryan and I have talked about our dad a good deal the past few days, and while he was sorely missed today as he always will be, it's pretty clear that he'd be immensely proud of the young man his son's turning out to be. Congratulations, Ryan!