a-ha!

So, a couple weekends ago Steve and I flew to LA to see a-ha, on their "Final Fling" tour - we were lucky enough to see the last concert they say they will be playing in the United States.   I didn't know much by them, like most of the bands we go to see, but I have to say it was awesome.  We saw them at LA Live - near the Staples Center - it was an awesome venue, we had great seats and a great night. 

Since we were going to Southern California, and since Disney was doing the Give a Day Get a Day promotion, I was also able to convince Steve to go to Disneyland for a day while we were there.  It was a great day.  I was worried because of how much Steve professed to dislike Disneyland, but we really had a lot of fun.  It was a great weekend!

It even looks like he was having fun!

Cabin

So, we have a bit of catching up to do...

Two weekends ago, we went up to my Grandma's cabin with Steve's brother and sister-in-law as well as their family.  Steve's parents came up for one night and my Dad and Mark even joined us for a short visit.  A great time was had by all, we certainly appreciate the opportunity that my Grandma Johnson has given us over the years to make great memories at the cabin.

Can you believe that there was so much snow on May 1st?

Also, in April, our little nephew turned 7, we were luck enough to get to take him to the aquarium as well as to dinner at Tepanyahki.  It was a great evening. 

Who wouldn't want to ride a bullfrog?

Maryland

So, last Wednesday I flew to Dulles airport, and then drove into Walkersville, MD to see my friend Kathleen and her cute little family... we had a great week, and it was hard to say goodbye, but I am also glad to see Steve today when he surprised me by picking it up from the airport.

This picture was taken as I careened down a crazy slide in the middle of nowhere, that ripped my shirt and Kathleen's as we slid down it...
Kathleen & Tyson with their three little ones
Devon, Tyler and Katelyn - aren't the trees beautiful

Frederick Maryland - Canal

Cherry Blossoms in DC

Arts Week

So, the past week has been a week filled with the arts for Steve and I. First we started by seeing Legally Blonde the Broadway Musical - on Thursday. It was great, probably my favorite of the Broadway Across America Season so far - thanks Steve for such a great birthday gift.

Monday, we went with Steve's parents to see HMS Pinafore at Rogers Memorial Theatre, also a good show, and great company - thanks Dave and Margaret for taking us along this season.

And then, Tuesday night as I was trying to finalize all of my work prior to leaving for Maryland for a week, I heard that "Five for Fighting" was at The Depot - Steve and I love live music, and we love concerts at The Depot, because of how intimate it is and how close you can get to the music. So, when I heard they were playing I called Steve and said, hey if I can finish up here by 7:30 do you want to go? He being the great loving and supportive husband said of course and ran down to buy tickets. As you can see from the picture above we got very close to the music, and the concert was awesome. It was a great date night prior to my leaving.

All in all it was a great week, filled with fun & a variety of artistic talent.

Update

So, it has been too long since I blogged. There isn't too much to update except for how quickly my little niece Aurora is growing... isn't she precious?

Anyway, other than that we are just hanging in there, getting by one day at a time. Thank you to all my friends and family for your support over the past couple of months I/we couldn't have done it without you.

One final comment ... isn't this about the sweetest picture you have ever seen... Not only is Aurora growing up quickly it looks like Mark is as well.

We'll miss you Debbie!

Jill's mom, Debbie Silver, passed away on Thursday February 11th, 2010 at 10:44 a.m. after complications from her long battle with Muscular Dystrophy. Since most anyone who reads this blog is probably already aware of this, I'm going to keep this blog entry short. I just want Jill to know how much I, along with her family and friends love her and will be there for her as she goes through this difficult time. Your mom was an amazing woman who loved you, Mark, and Kent so much. Her spirit will be watching over your family until the day that we all return home to our heavenly family.

Debbie, you will be dearly missed by all of us that are left behind. Do me a favor and say "hello" to my sisters for me. We'll see ya on the other side!

(Pictured Above: Jill and Debbie after a day of baking a Johnson family favorite: Green Mint Brownies)

(Pictured Above: Jill and Debbie walking along a dirt road near the Johnson Family cabin)

Where's the Beef?

So, do any of you remember this commercial... it was exactly how I felt last night after Steve suggested we go get a burger and fries for dinner. We decided to go to Pace's Dairy Ann, supporting a local business, and try something different.

This was my hamburger... seriously it was smaller than a McDonald's burger and about twice the price.

Final comment if you are going to serve a burger that small... get a smaller bun!