It is a great time of year. School is almost over, work is very slow, and Christmas is coming. Emily came home, and she’s the same as always. It was nice to actually have my whole family together for the first time ever. Joe finally met my lost missionary sister. The weather has still unfortunately been very mild. I’m hoping for snow storms so that I can go snowshoeing. I’ve got to try out the new snow boots I bought.

Finals this week should be fun. Joe is studying almost as much as he can. I’m not too worried, but I do want to get as good as grades as possible, so I have been studying. Also spend my time getting mad at computers that never seem to work, and reading a little. Lately I’ve been planning out my days, and trying to stick to the plan. I’m actually getting a lot done. Highly recommend it.

I’m almost done with Christmas shopping. Only have 1.5 presents left. Kinda fun to spend money without worrying if what you bought was really worth it. I’m also excited for a three week break: not sure what I’m going to do with it, but it will be nice between hectic school semesters. Any ideas, feel free to comment.

And for your viewing pleasure, random pictures: