First of all, the summer started with Vanessa & Danny's wedding, which went very well. Lots of family was there and all the plans for the big day went as planned (except for the surprise mustaches that Vanessa wasn't expecting). It was also good to catch up with family and friends at the sealing, luncheon, and reception. It was a long day, but a very happy one, too.
The main activity for me during the summer has been get-togethers and ward activities. There is lots of fun stuff to do in Cache Valley, whether it's having a hot dog and marshmallow roast up at 2nd Dam in Logan Canyon, extra long sub sandwiches for FHE, or evening bonfires at the houses of ward members. It was a good opportunity to meet new people and take my mind off of school for a little bit.
The event of the summer that I followed religiously was the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. I was glad that the USA had a good showing, despite losing in the 2nd round to Ghana after extra time. USA's 1-0 win over Algeria is one I'll always remember. I was watching the game in one of the study rooms in the library and when Landon Donovan scored in the 91st minute, I yelled for joy. Shortly after, I was told that the room wasn't soundproof. I didn't care one bit. Millions of other Americans across the country were celebrating as well.
For Independence Day, I went home and spent the holiday with the family. We had the usual traditions of launching water balloons in the street, having a nice family meal together, and watching the fireworks in Grantsville at night. Lots of good times and laughs were had by all. It's too bad that this holiday doesn't come around more during the year.
Now that the summer semester is done, I'm now in the final stages of my college education. I have only 9 credits to take this fall and once those classes are finished, I'll be done with the Masters of Accounting program. There will also be lots of other things going on at the same time, with my calling in the IMA, attending school activities, and being involved the recruiting season with accounting firms. There will be lots of interviews, some local, some in other locations. It's really going to be interesting how things work out. Being finished with school also brings in the reality that my career is about to start and it can take me anywhere. Staying in Logan is my first choice now, but I have to keep my options open and take whatever is available. It's scary and exciting at the same time.
One thing that I mentioned in my last blog was how I started indexing for FamilySearch.org. Well, it's been a staple for almost every day since. I'm now close to indexing 30,000 names. I usually spend about 2 hours a day indexing, including Sundays before my church block starts. It's been interesting going over so many names and I can't help but think that some of them will probably have their temple work done because of this program. That's probably what keeps me attached to it. I do feel that blessings have come as a result, but the real reason is help people find their ancestors. If you feel like giving it a try, please do. (indexing.familysearch.org)
Right now, I'm enjoying my mini-summer break of three weeks until fall semester starts August 30th. It's strange to think that all of my siblings and I will be in school this fall semester, all of us studying for different professions and degrees. It truly is a blessing, considering that our parents only have one year of school between them. Hopefully in a few years, we will all still be making progress, whether it's our career or degrees.
That's all I got for now. Hopefully another post will come soon. Keep it real.
