Where to start....

Okay,....it's taken me a couple weeks to talk myself into blogging again. After being gone almost all Summer, playing catch-up, and getting ready for school to start next week, I've had a hard time making the time. Not that I don't have plenty to post about. I have over 1,000 pictures I took from our trip out West. So,...... I decided I'm going to take baby steps.

One of our highlights out West was the Thomas Family reunion which took place in Washington close the town of Forks. All you Twilight fans are probably well aware of Forks. I have to say, I was a little disappointed. The town is not nearly as beautiful as I thought it was in the movie. In fact come to find out that the movie wasn't even filmed in Forks. I could see why. It's a tiny little town with not much to it. I do think the town is enjoying all the tourism though. It's got to be a major boost to their economy. They had Twilight shops at every block. I was shocked to see how many tourist came through. Cars would line up one right after another to take pictures in front of the high school and city sign. I was also surprised to see the drastic age differences of the Twilight fans, young and old alike. Who would have guessed a book series about teenage vampires could be enjoyed by all ages. To be honest, I often find myself feeling a little embarrassed to have succumbed to the Twilight phenomenon. What can I say though,... I guess I'm a sucker for a vampire/human love story. :)



I do have to say I think I have the sweetest husband. I'm still surprised he actually allowed me to talk him into posing for this picture. Just call him "Dr. Collins". :)