looking back

I cannot believe I have already finished my first year of grad school or that I've been in California for nine months. The time has just flown by. Luckily, in the midst of all of the exhausting stress of reading logs, exams, and term papers, I have been able to have some amazingly fun times. As a way of celebrating, I thought I would post some pictures taken throughout the year.


The best way to end the school year is with a party. Good thing Phil and Amy were having birthdays so there was also an excuse for cupcakes. Because of these girls, my life has never been without fun or laughter.

(l-r) Amy, Erika, Charissa, me, and Tracy

The next few pictures were taken last weekend when we dressed up and went to The Ritz (see previous post). We had so much fun that night; I have a feeling we will do it again sometime.

This crazy group of kids drove out to Pomona to hear a band play. We got there just in time to hear the lead singer say, "Thanks for coming out. This is our last song." Oh well! As you can see, we still had a great time.

The Pink Party! Another birthday celebration, this time with a color theme. How often do you get to see a whole bunch of guys wearing pink?

Playing a little beach bocce during a road trip down to San Diego. It seems to be the game of choice among seminary students in California.

This is my kitchen. It’s hard to get good pictures of the things in my apartment because you cannot physically stand far enough away from it to get everything in the frame.