August

I have just wrapped up the Summer semester at school and have four weeks off before the next installment of art madness.

We've been at bike races nearly every weekend as Joel keeps knocking off the requirements to reach the next racing category. These excursions have taken us up and down the state and inland to Lake Tahoe and into Nevada.

When not racing we've spent some glorious days on the beach and picnicking in our area. I've been slowly working up my stamina trail running

We've become pretty involved with our little community. There have been BBQs and impromptu driveway gatherings. Kids bring Joel their bikes for a tune-up when he's outside with the workshop door open and a new neighbour has been sending us loads of veggies from their garden.

We've also taken in town festivals, music down at our local pubs, outdoor movies in the park and are looking forward to seeing Radiohead at the Outsidelands Festival in two weeks time. We also have our first wedding anniversary on the 25th of this month. Hard to believe it was that long ago already.