Here it is the end of June and I'm finally getting around to write about the summer. I must begin by saying this has been the HOTTEST summer we've experienced here in Little Rock. The temps have been creeping into the 100s and the humidity is like an invisible brick wall you run into every three seconds. I'm glad that I don't have a problem with heat. If I did, I would have a BIG problem living here. OK - with that out of the way, I will share our summer highlights.
June - Parish's best friend (Anu) got married on June 12 and he asked Parish to be his best man. Of course! We rented a car and drove (I know, we are nuts) to Colorado. The weather was surprisingly cool and we enjoyed catching up with my parents and family in Denver. The wedding was absolutely amazing. Since Anu is India and Ashley is American, they combined their cultures and had two weddings. The Indian ceremony was traditional, unique and like nothing I've witnessed before. The colors, costumes, fire, chants and atmosphere were mesmerizing. The second wedding was lovely too. We had an awesome time with Anu, Ashley and their families. Indian people know how to party! All the best to you both, we love you.
Towards the end of the month, we headed to Tunica, Mississippi. Oh yeah, I said Mississippi! The drive down was interesting - it's a blog entry in itself. Parish and I finally made it to Tunica, which is kind of like a mini-Vegas, Southern style. It's a fun place, if you like buffets and gambling. And who doesn't like gluttony?! The whole point of the trip was to attend the Arkansas Press Association's annual convention. We stayed at Harrah's and really had a great time. I'm really glad we really don't get into the whole gambling scene, but I don't mind playing video black jack and getting complimentary drinks. The convention was educational too - I attended a couple sessions and received an honorable mention at the award's ceremony. Clearly, June has been a busy month for the Brockmans, but we are thankful for the opportunity to travel, see family and spend time together. You learn a lot about a person during a 15-hour car ride! Good thing I love him so much.
July looks like a slow ride compared to June, but you never know.
