Last Day with Bestest!

JumpStreet Crew

Sunday was a sad day because my best friend left! Before she left we went to JUMPSTREET! It an an amazing place with a bunch of indoor trampolines! I hope I NEVER forget the pure joy that was on everyone faces when we first jumped on the Trampolines! I went with seven of my friends all ranging in the ages of 22-26.  There was plenty of Trampolines and we played a good old fashion game of dodge ball on the trampolines! The boys one but that is beside the point! We went for a late birthday fun for me and sure had a blast! It was a great way to end the amazing long weekend with Beth!

Somedays I Just I Miss My Dad!

Some moments in life I Miss My Dad! I naturally miss him everyday but some moments in my life stick out were I just wish he could come 'save' me right at that minute.  But instead, as he taught me to be a strong female I must figure it out myself even if I get frustrated or it takes me a few extra trips!

For instances today! I was just pushing a two very heavy boxes down the hall because they need to get into the car so I can mail them tomorrow.  I needed to take two trips to the car because I could not lift both boxes at the same time.  And I know I have another box and bag in the house that has to make it may down there tomorrow! Tomorrow I know that I will be a hot mess trying to carry my three boxes into the box office! I am just hoping that a sweet person sees me and I remind them of their own daughter and they are willing to give me a helping hand.  If not I might find myself with tears in my eyes!

I was raised to be a strong independent woman that can take on the world if she wants.  I truly know I can do anything I put my mind to.  Some days, I wish my dad could help me and I did not have to do things by myself.  I was spoiled for 21 years of my life with a father that took amazing care of his daughter until she decided to fly away! Even then he still takes care of me just in a different way!  

Born to Save the World!

This above pictures just makes me smile on many different levels.  I do believe I was born to save the world, it is as simple as that! Many of you may be overwhelmed by the thoughts of saving the world but not me.  I am not overwhelmed because I believe I can save the world with small acts of kindness.


I am a Social Worker.  Every day while I am at my internship or volunteering, I am working with individuals to help them see how they are strong enough to overcome the situation they have find themselves in.  I sit with individuals and listen to their hardness, their goals, and sometimes while tears run down their faces.  


But somedays I am able to save the world by a simple gesture of a granola bar and gatorade.  Let me explain.  I had to go to the health center to get a TB test.  After, I am walking down the stairs to find a girl sitting there.  I ask her if she is OK and she simple answers "I am dizzy." I sit with for a little while and we walk down the stairs.  Once we reach the main area she sits down again because she is dizzy.  Naturally, the first time thing I think of is she needs food.  I offer to get her some food and run to get her a granola bar and gatorade.  When I return, I am greeted with a smile that expresses gratitude for my gesture and she informs me if she seems me again she will return the favor.  I simply tell her, "Pay it forward to someone you see that needs a little help."


Even small gestures can save that save the world.  Never pass the opportunity to bring a smile or show kindness to a stranger! 

Bringing the Suburb Girl Hiking

There are no pictures to illustrate our adventures on Friday but did have a good time. We hiked Red Rocks and then took a mineral bathe in Idaho Springs, CO.  The Mineral Bathe was HOT HOT but it was amazing for my pores to open up and to sweat out all of the toxins!

We Made It!

On Saturday we headed up to Boulder and went to the Farmers Market and Hiking.  I simply love the Farmers Market in Boulder and am excited for it to get later in the season when there are more crops! 

Supporting My Sister's Friend Sister! 

Beth and I hiked Flat Irons which is about a 3 mile hike and you end up hiking about 2,000 feet up.  It is a hike I have done about 3 or 4 times but the views are incredible.  I am extremely proud of Beth because she has not really hiked before and did amazing! Also, she over came some of her fears of hikes while hiking! 

Micro Brewery

A Few of The Beers

Within moments of landing, Beth and I hit the ground running. I picked up Beth from the airport and with a quick hug we were off to the car.  

Mission Statement inside heart: "Making Our
Love and Talent Manifest" 

Our first stop on this adventure was to New Belgium Brewery. New Belgium is a local beer company who brews their beer in Fort Collins.  It all started in the basement of a man house and now it is a multi-million dollar company. The beer is in a hand full of States and will be appearing in the selfs of Michigan sometime this month.  During the tour I found the the CEO is a FEMALE and a Social Worker! You know with those two traits the company will be successful while keeping the best interest of their client and workers in mind. 

Dear Peace Corps

A year a go today I returned from the Peace Corps.  In this year, I have had a lot of time to ponder about my experience and how I have changed as a lady.  I thought it would be fun to write a letter to my 'Peace Corps Experience'

My Dearest Peace Corps Experience!

We spent two amazing years together where a lot of it was a love hate relationship.  Through those two years, you taught me so very much.  You taught me the power of family near and far.  You taught me how important a man hug was and brought two men in my life that provided "Michelle with a Man Hug.' You showed me how the sea can heal all things including sore muscles, a broken soul, and a restless mind.  You enlightened me how selfless individuals can be in many different situations.  My dearest Peace Corps, you taught me how to feel.  Feel all of those nasty and negative emotions I was running from.  You taught me that breaking down was OK and through those experiences I have become strong.  You gave me four individuals who have served as my rock, my ear, my joy, and my life.  For they will forever have a special place in my heart and will understand me unlike anyone else.

My Dearest Peace Corps, I hated you during the moments you made me be with me.  You forced me to sit with me and truly look at all of my nasty qualities I have and need to continue to work with.  During a low time in my experience, you brought 3 men into my life who had a love for Dominica that set my soul on fire.  My dearest Peace Corps, you gave me another Best Friend.  For our friendship started on a bench and the love for maps (her love, not mine!) and will end with sharing stories with our grandchildren about Dominica. My dearest Peace Corps, you gave me the Garaway Hotel and two lovely ladies I could ALWAYS count on to meet me there and share in a moment of breathing.

But most of all my dearest Peace Corps, you healed me.  You healed my soul and gave me an outlook on life that nobody can take away from me.  You healed my anxiety causing stomachaches and gave me the ability to role with any situation that may come my way.  I am now always prepared with a Plan A, Plan B, and half of a Plan C.  For some reason because of you I do better in situations where I am recovery from a hiccup then when I am fully prepared.  My Dearest Peace Corps, you have given me another family and experiences nobody can take away from me.  Many times I wanted to give up on you but My Dearest Peace Corps Thank You for pushing me to limits I did not know I could handle, endlessly showing me what pure joy was and making my soul smile!

Love Always
Meesh! 

Best Friend Lands in Denver!

Well, I had an adventures weekend with my Best Friend! I was thrilled and over joyed that Beth, my best friend was coming to visit! We had a jammed packed weekend (like all my guest do) with activities from Hiking, going to a Farmers Market, Vagina Monologues, Micro Brewery Tour, soaking in a Mineral Bathe, and ending the weekend at Jump Street! 


It always a lot of fun for me to show my friends around the new city I live in, introduce them to my friends, and have them experience the life I live! 


As the weeks go on there will be random blogs of what are adventures looked like and the fun we had!