Nina's Visit

Nina was here most of the month of July, and it was wonderful.  It was almost a realization of my dream of having a lady's maid, Downton Abbey style. We had so much fun, and the extra help with Clara was great.  Nina went on trek with my stake, traveled to Banff with us, and dragged me through a 5k, among other things

This was the picture I sent to my mom from the airport to prove Nina got here safe

Nina Beena holding Clara for the first time

We cooked....

Or tried to....

Nina in Banff

Shanna and Erik in Banff

Yummy food in Banff

Whitewater rafting.  It was a little chilly.

Taking Clara swimming

We look happy, but we actually both had colds the day of the race.  Nina had to drag me the last mile, and we definitely got passed by grandmas and 6-year-olds

Nina has grown up a lot in the past year or so.  One thing I really appreciated was how positive Nina was during her whole stay.  It was a great example for me, especially since I tend to get a little snappy when I don't get enough sleep.  She is also fun to be around because Nina does everything full-out.  I want her to move here, but since I don't foresee that happening, all I can do is look forward to next summer.