The Graduate.

I recently graduated Magna Cum Laude from Utah Valley University with my Bachelor's in Legal Studies and Minor in Criminal Justice.
It's been quite the long and exhausting journey, and I'm just so incredibly grateful for my husband. 
There have been many times over these past six years that I have been near insanity between work and school. However, he has always been there offering me support, helping with assignments, being patient and understanding.

I love this man so much, and I definitely could not ask for a better husband and friend.

For some reason, I wasn't really expecting this chapter of my life to end. I am once again outside of my comfort zone trying to figure out what's next. 

Hopefully, I will have that answer at the end of June by the presence of a LSAT score worthy of an in-state University.

We will see.

No matter what happens in the next few months, I'm looking forward towards the future; Whatever it may hold.

-Jess.

Petty.

While in Denver, Blake and I went to see Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers perform.

I've attended a show every time he tours since 2002, but I've never seen a show quite like this one.

Regina Spektor opened for Tom. And in case you don't know, she's amazing.

During her performance, Blake and I were able to get nearly right up against the stage. It was probably the best opening act I've ever seen for any show.

When Tom Petty appeared, he was as incredible as ever, and put on an extremely unique and brilliant show.

He reached deep into his track history and played some tunes I have never heard him perform before; songs dating back to the very beginning of his career; songs not often heard.

I am so happy that Blake and I were at this show. It was amazing, and I somewhat doubt we'll ever see and hear these songs performed live by him again.

I just love me some Mr. Petty.

He's pretty phenomenal.

-Jess.

Botanic Gardens.

Last week, Blake and I headed out of town for a few days to Colorado. 

During our visit, we spent a day at the Denver Botanic Gardens; the absolute perfect way to welcome the Spring Season.

The Gardens are so amazingly beautiful; each individual plot housing unique plants and flowers from different climates and countries throughout the world.

The Asian Gardens were our favorite.

The Chinese plots are designed around fantastic entryways and covered bridges. To walk through them, created a sensation of being transported into another world. I loved it. 

We lingered for a bit in the Japanese Gardens. Blake absolutely loves Japanese art and landscaping. I'm pretty sure he was in Heaven during our time there. 

And the Cherry Blossoms...Perfection.

We had such an incredible and relaxing day.

-Jess. 

Spring.

Better late than never.

Hello, Spring.

-Jess

{See Above - Cutest Nephew Ever}

UVU Awards Night

Tonight I attended an awards ceremony at Utah Valley University. 

I was one of three students selected from the Legal Studies Program to receive this award for academic achievement. 

Although I felt somewhat silly leading up to the ceremony, I have to admit it was pretty flattering to receive this recognition in front of my husband and family, classmates and faculty. 

I cannot believe I'll be graduating with my Bachelors Degree in just over two weeks. It feels surreal to close this chapter of my life and begin moving into the next.  

Cheers,

Jess