30.5!

Today is my half-birthday.

I am 30.5 before my husband even turns 30. I know this may sound silly, but I have always celebrated my half-birthday(It is also my grandfather's birthday-he turned 91 today! and our 15 month wedding anniversary!). Trevor and I grilled halibut and portobello mushrooms with corn on the cob for the half-birthday celebration. It was a wonderful dinner.

Just curious, does anyone else celebrate their "half-birthday"?

Eckel Family Vacation

Trevor and I just got back from spending a week with my family at the Eckel Family Vacation in Sandbridge Beach, Virginia. We had a wonderful time with aunts/uncles/cousins that we hadn't seen since our wedding over a year ago. We spent every day on the beach and even got to enjoy a very exciting summer thunderstorm. Here are some pictures from the week.

ENJOY!

Cute Little Rief

"I-Man"

Trevor and James going out for a sail

Carrie and Laura
The Eckel Family Bookclub
The Happy Lawyer
Girl party
Care-bear just being herself


Kate and Laura
Trevor and Laura
Audrey and Hannah
Carrie and Sarah
Laura and Martha(the mom to be)

Update...

In case anyone was curious...I ended up cooking Halibut with Asparagus for the welcome home dinner. But while I was cooking, Trevor was sitting on the couch, eyes slowly beginning to close. So, we had a quick dinner and then it was off the bed for him. There is something to be said for jet lag.

I did make the pesto pasta dish a couple of nights ago and it was so gourmet. We loved it! It is a definite dish I will make again. Here is a picture of the dish...

Trevor and I have had a wonderful time since his return from Iraq and have enjoyed our time together.



I finally downloaded some pictures that Trevor took over in Iraq...

The flight from Kuwait to Iraq

Trevor with some "guards"

A Sandstorm

The "courtroom" where Trevor did his work

The bomb shelter- just in case

Trevor at a wooden shoe store in Amsterdam

A windmill in Amsterdam

Trevor flew through Amsterdam on his way back from Iraq. He went on a tour of the city during his layover.

July 4th fireworks in San Diego

What's for dinner?

I am definitely ready for Trevor to be home. I know he was only gone for not even 2 full weeks, but the time sure did crawl by. I kept myself busy especially with work, but it is still hard to be away from your best friend and the person that you enjoy being around so much.

I am also ready to start eating better dinners. I find that I just don't cook meals when it is just myself at home. Tonight, I ate a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Now, don't get me wrong, there is nothing wrong with PB&J...I love it! but several nights in a row for dinner can get a little old after awhile. Trevor will be home tomorrow night and if he is home in time for dinner then I am going to cook a fantastic meal. Maybe salmon with grilled asparagus and cous-cous? How does that sound? I saw a great post on a friends blog about a recipe for pesto. I love pesto but have never made it myself. I think I may have to give it a try. Perhaps tomorrow night for dinner?? I will have to let you know what I decide.

For now, I think it is time to put my 3 brown bananas to good use and make some homemade banana bread for Trevor. YUM!