Contrary to popular belief...

Yes, I'm still alive. I could blame my lack of blogging on having to readjust to real life but truth is it took no time at all. I just haven't cared enough about my faithful readers to update you. Well, that's not totally true.

The problem is that I just spent 17 amazing days in Europe and took over 1,400 photos (seriously...) and I want to tell you all about it and show you all the photos but I'm overwhelmed at the thought of actually blogging about it. But, I promise as soon as I sift through the photos I'll give you the run down on the travels.

Suffice it to say, it was AMAZING! Consumer and I had tons of fun, ate more food that any human should consume and delved (is that a word?) into the rich history of every city we visited. I returned enriched and rested and well... it basically changed my entire perspective on life (ok, not really but, if you watch "The Hills" you'll get why this is funny).

I love to travel. I love seeing new places and peoples. But, inevitably, at the end of the vacation I am always happy to come home. Until you are without it you take for granted the luxuries, comforts and conveniences of everyday American life.

The good news is that my jet lag really worked to my advantage. Before leaving I was in the habit of staying up until 2am and waking up at 8:30am. Not a good schedule. I basically could have used the bags under my eyes to pack for my trip. The night I got home (one week ago today) I fell asleep at 10:30pm and was wide awake and ready to take on the day (which involved sitting at my desk with nothing to do for 8 long hours) at 6am Monday morning. I've tried to be diligent about keeping this schedule and am happy to report that it has stuck. I feel so well rested everyday. I feel so much better in general. Someone once told me that the hours you sleep before midnight count for twice as much as the hours you sleep after midnight. It's the whole "early to bed, early to rise" concept and I am now a firm believer.

And on that note, I'm up past my bedtime and ready for sweet dreams.

PS - Can I just add two things?
First of all, Wasatch Back is in 12 days and I'm in serious panic mode. Totally not ready. That whole "running in Europe" thing didn't really take. I was too exhausted from all the walking, etc we did to even think about doing it... and then it was too cold and then I was too lazy. Oops. Sorry team.
Second of all, I went to see "What Happens In Vegas" last night and loved it. That's the good thing about going into a movie with low expectations. Anyway, just wanted to tell you that.