Hello, Boston

Paul had the exciting opportunity to interview at the Boston University School of Dental Medicine last weekend, and I had the exciting opportunity to go with him! Other than its chilly temperatures, we loved Boston- there were so many things to see and do. It was neat to see hundred-years-old buildings integrated with massive skyscrapers.

After his interview, we drove to Rochester, New York to visit Paul's sister Dakin and her growing family. It was so much fun to visit them. We especially liked playing with Dakin's little boys, staying up late to talk to Dakin and John, and eating the delicious food they made us. The night before we left, Paul and the boys made up a game where Paul would launch them into the air and they'd land on the love sack. I've never heard these little boys giggle so much!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BERT!

On March 26, Paul officially achieved old man status... he turned 24!!! It's funny to think that by that age, my dad already had two kids and Paul's dad had one. But don't worry, this isn't a post to announce a pregnancy, it's just funny to think that Paul could be a daddy right now. Sadly, Paul had to take a Biochemistry exam the night of his birthday, but as soon as he was done we raced over to Red Robin to redeem his free birthday burger and have their "Mountain High Mudd Pie." YUM! After we got home, Paul opened his presents...

Here's Paul opening his birthday card and birthday cash-ola from his parents.

Here's Paul trying to sing on pitch with his guitar tuner.

And here he is with his new capo.

RUN FROM (or for) CANCER!!!

Last Saturday Nate (aka Kojisan) (aka Boo) (aka Boo Bear) Itoga made a sizable donation to fund cancer research. Although paying to run doesn't appeal to most, Nate couldn't help but throw money down. He also paid Paul's entrance fee for the Rex Lee Run. Paul finished in an amazing time of 22 minutes (give or take a few minutes... the times aren't actually up yet). Nate won the race in the category of Hawaiian-Asians-Wearing-Nike-Shoes. Paul's friend and future USC dental school alum, Bradley Thompson, motivated every runner with his sweet faux-hawk and massive calves. We have confidence that this financial contribution will cure at least five cases of cancer.

THE REAL ELECTIONS 2008

As the official assistant to the south of campus regional campaign manager, I feel it my utmost responsibility to publically pledge my support to Brother Steele Kizerian and Sister Amanda Kizerian. If you have any sense of dignity and self-worth (and a BYU net ID), you as well would rally behind this pillar of integrity by casting your vote. As a long time leader at this university, and a longer-time dear friend of ours, the choice is clear. Head to byusa.byu.edu and vote before Friday at 5pm. PS As an official in the campaign I can promise free tuition to all and world peace if Steele becomes president.

Snowshoeing

The risks of contracting lung cancer and emphysema have been rather threatening in Utah Valley this week due to inversion factors. To avoid getting smoker's lungs we were forced to scale Provo's bordering mountains in a quest for pure oxygen. The climb was strenuous and often arduous but the rewards of health were... well, see for yourself. Paul was so excited he could finally breathe again, he could hardly contain himself.

10 Things Before Spring

10 things we want to do before we leave Provo

1. Hike the back of Timp
2. Eat dessert at The Roof
3. Go kayaking
4. Go hiking at Zions National Park
5. Go snowshoeing under a full moon
6. Go mountain biking in Moab
7. Run in a 5K
8. Eat at the Skyroom
9. Spanish Fork Canyon Hot Springs
10. Farewell to Temple Square

**If anyone has ideas of fun things we should do before we leave, please let us know!

Baby Chloe and Sweater Fun

Chloe Fjeldsted is probably the cutest baby I've ever seen. I know that Peter and Amber are going to great lengths to make sure she is also the most stylish baby around. I thought I'd help them out a little, so I made Chloe this little sweater. And by little, I do mean little. It looks like it would fit a doll. So here's to Chloe! We love you!!!

Here's Chloe swimming. (She's very talented.)