Thankful: Day 18

Today is my cousin Amanda's birthday!

She is one of my El Paso cousins, and years go by between the times we see each other. Still, every time we get together, we pick up right where we left off. She has always been one of my closest friends.

For the past several years, Amanda and her husband have lived in Yuma, AZ. Matt and I basically promised we would come out for a visit and drive over to San Diego to see the zoo and the ocean. Unfortunately, we will not be able to fulfill our promise, because very soon, Amanda and Paul are moving to Texas!  She will definitely be close enough for weekend road trips which I plan to take full advantage of as soon as school is not dominating every waking moment of my life. I can't wait!

Happiest of birthdays to you, Amanda!