first things first

hello friends! this is my first posting on my blog and i feel a little bit of pressure to make it interesting. so, to remove that pressure from myself, i'm just going to say...the purpose for this blog is #1...to keep friends and family updated on the happenings in my life...and #2 to give me a place to "journal" all of the adventures this road takes me on. so, i hope you all enjoy the journey with me....