We had very fun surprise for the last day of the year...a new nephew! Gavin James will get to enjoy a festive birthday every year- lucky guy!
Cheers and until next year- Have a Nice Day!
LMK
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
New Years Eve!
One last post for 2013! I know I wasn't the best blogger for 2013, but heck there's always next year :)
Friday, August 9, 2013
MDK Guest Blog
Greetings Loyal Followers!
MDK here with a surprise guest blog, get excited. Never done one of these bad boys before so I'm just going to wing it and I guess we'll see what comes out.
First off: CABO! That's right, LMK and myself treated ourselves to very well deserved 1st anniversary trip to Cabo San Lucas. We took some time off of work and flew down the 1st of June. As usual, we hadn't done too much research or schedule any excursions so we didn't feel obligated to do anything. A perfect strategy for us because you never know when a lazy day at the ocean/pool will come calling.
We arrived to a terrible weather forecast of about 85 and sunny for the whole week we were there (Someone coin a sarcasm font already, seriously). Took a taxi to our resort and that's where the awe of our new surroundings really sunk in. Our resort, Hacienda Encantada, was built on a cliff overlooking the Sea Of Cortez and had incredible views of the ocean and all of downtown Cabo. We quickly checked into our room and decided to hit the pool and were greeted with a swim up bar. Needless to say it was easy to overindulge, and I seemed to have done just that. The rumor is that I ordered an expensive bottle of wine and a steak for dinner that I proceeded to eat with my hands. It's all hearsay as far as I'm concerned, it's a vacation, right!?
Throughout the rest of the trip we ate at some very good restaurants and strolled about town finding fun little shops to see. A couple of the places we ate were Salvatore's and Sunset De Mona Lisa. Salvatore's was an Italian joint that had the largest portions I've ever seen in my life. LMK and I shared a pork shank on a bed of fettuccine alfredo and asparagus... we didn't finish it all and probably could've been rolled back to the hotel. Sunset De Mona Lisa was our anniversary dinner and picked it based on recommendations and the view of, get this, the sunset. It's set up on another cliff overlooking the ocean and as the sun sets the play a gong and sea shell horns, a pretty incredible experience indeed. LMK got an amazing shrimp dish that Forrest Gump would be jealous of and I had some pretty tasty gnocchi. Great views along with dinner and good company, can't beat it.
As far excursions go, we went on a sunset catamaran cruise and had a blast. The boat wasn't packed full of people and the crew was extremely helpful and made sure you always had a full drink. We set out from the marina in downtown Cabo and made our way out toward the famous arch that Cabo is known for. We snapped from great pictures and saw some amazing things. We then got around the peninsula and traveled up the Pacific Ocean side of Cabo. The waves were crazy on this side and as we sailed we got to see the crazy waves crashing on the rocky shores. All in all is was a great time and wouldn't hesitate to do it again.
Have a Nice Day!
MDK
MDK here with a surprise guest blog, get excited. Never done one of these bad boys before so I'm just going to wing it and I guess we'll see what comes out.
First off: CABO! That's right, LMK and myself treated ourselves to very well deserved 1st anniversary trip to Cabo San Lucas. We took some time off of work and flew down the 1st of June. As usual, we hadn't done too much research or schedule any excursions so we didn't feel obligated to do anything. A perfect strategy for us because you never know when a lazy day at the ocean/pool will come calling.
We arrived to a terrible weather forecast of about 85 and sunny for the whole week we were there (Someone coin a sarcasm font already, seriously). Took a taxi to our resort and that's where the awe of our new surroundings really sunk in. Our resort, Hacienda Encantada, was built on a cliff overlooking the Sea Of Cortez and had incredible views of the ocean and all of downtown Cabo. We quickly checked into our room and decided to hit the pool and were greeted with a swim up bar. Needless to say it was easy to overindulge, and I seemed to have done just that. The rumor is that I ordered an expensive bottle of wine and a steak for dinner that I proceeded to eat with my hands. It's all hearsay as far as I'm concerned, it's a vacation, right!?
Throughout the rest of the trip we ate at some very good restaurants and strolled about town finding fun little shops to see. A couple of the places we ate were Salvatore's and Sunset De Mona Lisa. Salvatore's was an Italian joint that had the largest portions I've ever seen in my life. LMK and I shared a pork shank on a bed of fettuccine alfredo and asparagus... we didn't finish it all and probably could've been rolled back to the hotel. Sunset De Mona Lisa was our anniversary dinner and picked it based on recommendations and the view of, get this, the sunset. It's set up on another cliff overlooking the ocean and as the sun sets the play a gong and sea shell horns, a pretty incredible experience indeed. LMK got an amazing shrimp dish that Forrest Gump would be jealous of and I had some pretty tasty gnocchi. Great views along with dinner and good company, can't beat it.
As far excursions go, we went on a sunset catamaran cruise and had a blast. The boat wasn't packed full of people and the crew was extremely helpful and made sure you always had a full drink. We set out from the marina in downtown Cabo and made our way out toward the famous arch that Cabo is known for. We snapped from great pictures and saw some amazing things. We then got around the peninsula and traveled up the Pacific Ocean side of Cabo. The waves were crazy on this side and as we sailed we got to see the crazy waves crashing on the rocky shores. All in all is was a great time and wouldn't hesitate to do it again.
Have a Nice Day!
MDK
Friday, May 31, 2013
Leaving on a jet plane...
She's alive!! I have survived the longest winter and shortest spring in Minnesota. It has been a tough few months weather wise and with the career transition I have had little blogging energy. I do still read the blogs I follow at least a couple of times a week. So I firgured it was time to drop at least drop a quick line.
We have recently been doing a few house projects, gardening, and maintenance. We are learning with each and every project we start that it will cost more and take longer than we thought. I suppose that is what first time home buyers are supposed to go through...I just wish sometimes it was a little easier! My parents are very good about lending a helping hand and guidance, so we are not going at everything unsupervised.
It is pretty crazy that June is already upon us and our first anniversary is in just a few days! We are heading out tomorrow morning for Cabo San Lucas to celebrate and enjoy some sun!! I am horrible post-bride...horrible. I haven't made any books, only framed one picture, and still haven't done anything with my dress. I suppose now I have activies to take into marriage year número dos!
I am thinking I will try to get on a weekly link-up...I have a few favorites so look for that after vacay. I wanted to also wish Vanessa a very Happy 30th Birthday tomorrow :)
Have a Nice Day!
LMK
We have recently been doing a few house projects, gardening, and maintenance. We are learning with each and every project we start that it will cost more and take longer than we thought. I suppose that is what first time home buyers are supposed to go through...I just wish sometimes it was a little easier! My parents are very good about lending a helping hand and guidance, so we are not going at everything unsupervised.
It is pretty crazy that June is already upon us and our first anniversary is in just a few days! We are heading out tomorrow morning for Cabo San Lucas to celebrate and enjoy some sun!! I am horrible post-bride...horrible. I haven't made any books, only framed one picture, and still haven't done anything with my dress. I suppose now I have activies to take into marriage year número dos!
I am thinking I will try to get on a weekly link-up...I have a few favorites so look for that after vacay. I wanted to also wish Vanessa a very Happy 30th Birthday tomorrow :)
Have a Nice Day!
LMK
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Cabin Fever!!
I forget how quick February is over! Tomorrow marks a year since our move back to the midwest. It's fun to think about all the things that have changed since being back- married, house, friends again, new cat, and new jobs! But, I also miss that California sun...actually just any sun!!
Looking forward to spring and getting more and more settled into our new 'normal' life. Here is little Louis enjoying his new home :)
Have a Nice Day!
LMK
...and yes I hope to fit more blogging in!
Looking forward to spring and getting more and more settled into our new 'normal' life. Here is little Louis enjoying his new home :)
Have a Nice Day!
LMK
...and yes I hope to fit more blogging in!
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Changes for the K's
2013 started with an exciting change as I started a new job back in Mpls on January 14th. I was sad to say goodbye to my coworkers and think about the unknowns with a new job. The consulting company I worked for was very small, so making close bonds was easy. I will miss my coworkers that felt like family and it is likely I will never work with them again. But as they saying goes...when one door closes another opens!!
Things are definitely different and fun! We added to our family adopting a 7 month male cat from Iowa. He comes with lots of energy and our house has been adjusting. We named him Louis (full name- King Louis of Ulysses St) and Valentina is slowly adjusting to big sister life. Another perk of being home more is hanging out with little (actually pretty big) EAT. My mom and I took him to Macy's and he was such a good helper!
Things are definitely different and fun! We added to our family adopting a 7 month male cat from Iowa. He comes with lots of energy and our house has been adjusting. We named him Louis (full name- King Louis of Ulysses St) and Valentina is slowly adjusting to big sister life. Another perk of being home more is hanging out with little (actually pretty big) EAT. My mom and I took him to Macy's and he was such a good helper!
I am liking the weekly commute that doesn't involve an airport and even joined the gym again. Looking forward to a more "normal" 2013.
Have a Nice Day!
LMK
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