Scott and Katie

Two years ago... I was hurrying to finish typing a paper for my class that started in a few minutes when I noticed Scott walk into the computer lab. I knew him from church and secretly really liked him. I wanted to talk to him so badly, but I had to get to class, so I left without stopping to say hello. All throughout the class I sat there thinking about him, hoping he was still there. Luckily the professor turned on a movie so I decided that was my opportunity to slip out.
I ran downstairs praying he was still there and was excited to see he was, and also that there was a seat available next to him. From there we got to talking and exchanged numbers. He text-ed me back that very night, we set up a date for a few days later and the rest is history... we were married nine months later.

Two years ago TODAY Scott and I went on our first date. I love to reflect over the past two years and what I would have thought if I could have seen my life now, back then. I am grateful everyday for my "Scottie" and for his fun-loving, passionate personality. I'm so glad he didn't give up on me when I showed up three hours late for our first date. I'm so glad he loves me and that he lets me know it every single day. He's the biggest blessing in my life.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

As fall approaches it becomes more and more ominous that we need to get our butts in gear and apply for graduate school! We've filled out applications for the University of Utah and Arizona State University, but are contemplating other options as well.... here is the list of possible schools:

So it's nearly 2 am and I am wide awake. Not sure why..... but anyway, I haven't posted in a long time so this is very overdue. July has to be one of my favorite months. I love summer time and the fun holidays and occasions that happen to come around each year. This month started out with Cousins Camp, which for those of you who aren't familiar with Frederiksen family history, is a BIG deal! My grandma Thompson started a tradition with her daughters during one week each summer, all the families gather together and have a big reunion-type of get together. This always includes loud talking and laughter, and lots and lots of food! All of the kids enjoy playing with thier cousins while the grownups chat. Some of my favorite memories as a child took place at Cousins Camp.
Anyway, this year cousins camp began on July 4 when we went canoeing at Causey Reservoir. We divided 22 people among 8 canoes and headed out on the water. The weather was perfect! Regretfully, it took some boats longer than others to get used to rowing in syncronization.....ahem....Camille..... :) but once we got going, it was super fun. Some of our other fun activities at Cousins Camp 2009 included boating at Willard Bay, Lagoon, Fireworks, Family Reunion at Roy Aquatic Center, Lava Hot Springs, and Jamie's Baptism.

Among all of this fun, my sister Sarah left for eighteen months to serve a mission in Lubbock, Texas. My family and I dropped her off at the MTC on July 8. Just over a week later, we received a call from Sarah telling us that the mission doctor reevaluated her mission call and decided it would be best for her to go to a cooler climate. She is now assigned to the Billings, Montana mission.

Last weekend Scott and I went with his parents, a couple of siblings, and a handful of neices and nephews to Rexburg, Idaho to see his sister Kelley, and her family. It was so much fun to have a mini vacation and to spend time with family. Kelley and David have their own farm complete with chickens and goats. We had fun at the waterpark, ate at Craigo's Pizza, had super yummy snow cones, played with a parachute, swam at the hotel and line-danced the night away. I love spending time with my in-laws. They sure know how to have a good time!!

Lastly, this week is the countdown to the one year anniversary of my wedding day. Today is my 24th birthday, and Saturday will be August 1.... one year from the day I married my eternal sweetheart. I cannot explain how grateful I am to have Scott in my life. He brings me happiness that I've never experienced before. I love him so much and I'm excited to celebrate one year of wedded bliss!!

Yesterday, my sister Sarah gave her farewell talk in church. She leaves on July 8 for the MTC in Provo. It's been really fun to be able to attend the temple with her and experience her excitement in preparing to serve a mission. I am very proud of her.

On Friday, June 26 Scott and I attended a surprise birthday party for his sister Katie. It was held at a park in South Ogden. Many family members and friends were there to show their love and support to Katie on her birthday. We were all watching some dark storm clouds approach hoping they wouldn't spoil the party. Alas, right as the birthday girl pulls up to the party, it starts to downpour. The rain wasn't going to spoil our fun. There was cake and ice cream and the kids played with glow sticks and bubbles. The adults socialized and had a great time. It will definately be a birthday party I'll never forget!

Lastly, on Saturday, June 20 our neice Megan was baptized. She looked so beautiful all dressed in white. She is such a good girl and a great example to her cousins. I am so proud of her!

And as always, I forgot to take my camera to each of these events.

The last two days of our vacation were spent in Yosemite National Park.

We scheduled a trip out onto Monterrey Bay with Chris' Whale Watching Company and took to the sea in search of sea creatures. The tour is three hours on the water, and it was a windy day so the water was choppy. We started the tour with a lot of enthusiasm and excitement about the possibility of seeing whales!! Our tour guide told us there had been grey and humpback whale sightings that day and took us out really far into the ocean. We all kept our eyes peeled as the boat drifted further and further out to sea. We got so far, we couldn't see land, and yet, no whales were found. We really started to get discouraged when the captain came on the loud speaker and told us it was time to head back to the bay.

Our second day in the city started out really slow, but once we got going the day turned out to be one of the best.


In the morning we scheduled an afternoon bay cruise and then hopped on a cablecar into Chinatown to have lunch. Little did we know, that this part of town could be so rough....

My most memorable moments in Chinatown include:
-The homeless woman who yelled profanities at Camille while we were stopped waiting to cross the street.
-Watching Camille constantly look over her shoulder to avoid said homeless woman.
-Exploring all of the different shops.