What I did on my summer vacation

Classes started yesterday, so in my mind, summer is now over.

Here's what I did on my summer vacation, 2013, which was so busy, I am reluctant to call it a vacation!

I passed my comprehensive exams for my PhD program.

I got my dissertation topic approved, and started research.

I taught four summer session math courses.

I wrote a STEM camp course for kids college.

I taught the STEM course, and two sessions of LEGO math for kids.

I ran. A lot. Everywhere. Almost everyday.

I passed the 20 pound mark of weight lost since I started running.

I read books.

I threw a party for my daughter's high school graduation.

I travelled to CO and PA.

I climbed a mountain.

I wove a basket and made a tile mosaic.

I got a massage.

I helped Mia adopt a new cat.

I went white water rafting.

I went to concerts and danced.

I cleaned Rob's office.

I grew two tomatoes.

I made friends with local farmers.

I caught mice.

I laughed, and I cried.

I battled my inner demons.

I walked the entire IHRT. 

I renewed my wedding vows.

This is okay!