well...we have a third of the summer left. it seems so long, yet so short.

i would like to share with you, my top five of the summer, so far. in no particular order.

1. the steak and shake experience. i admit, it is quite humbling working a drive thru for Jesus. i'm so glad i've done it. other perks include, the magical dishwashing machine you can get a facial from through the flying food particles and steam, thin and crispy fries, and the fun pins we get to add to our uniform as we get certified in different areas. sewiously. i have three, and they better not want them back.

2. campus prayer. i'm so spiritual for including this. it's been really neat learning about the lives of students around the country and knowing that we all share in the same struggles, yet are unique in our own way.

3. shan and dane. i wonder what will happen to dan and shane when the have to break-up at the end of the summer? you guys are a funny pair, though, and i'll always appreciate the time after amber's surprise party when we shared "special stories".

4. deep dish pizza goodness. i couldn't make a top five and not include this. it has forever changed my life and is the passion of my heart and the theme of my praise. not unlike the holy spirit, cheesecake and kite flying.

5. the amazing two-story carousel at the st. charles mall. it was the best dollar i've ever spent. enough said.