January 2016

Dec 31/ Jan 1-

^New Years we were invited to my brother Neil's. Fun party. We came before the new year and Ed put the kids to bed. I went to the Parker's quick for a game and then to celebrate the new year together as neighbors with fireworks and all. :)

^Nothing better than starting out the new year right with a lot of rest. Me and Mads too a long nap. :)

Jan 2-

^We had a date night with Hanks and saw Jenn at sushi too. :)

^Mom came over to puzzle with us on Sunday. Grateful for these traditions being passed on. Quality time together is key. Puzzling is relaxing.

Jan 6-

^My sweet, sleepy girl already tired and napping in between our errands. 

^Poor Madison has some kind of rash on her face. It's not bugging her, but it looks bad. :(

Jan 7-

^Thank you Daniel Tiger. :)

^I appreciate the educational shows she watches that encourage good potty behavior. :)

^ Kai was invite to go sled with cute Ruby.

Jan 9-

^Superhero Super Saturday for work. Always super motivating and inspirational. 

^We got together to celebrate Mom, and went and did a little puzzle time together. Our gifts these days are time together. 

Jan 10-

^ This little peanut is now a SUNBEAM! And she definitely brings light and joy.

^For Mama's birthday I had to make her her favorite- sugar cookies. :)

^We are not big TV watchers. We have few shows we like anymore, but decided we would watch the last season of American Idol. :)

Jan 12-

^My pretty little girl all dressed up with nowhere to go. 

^Activity Days service activity. We made lasagnes for a few families in the neighborhood that needed a favor.

^We love how much he loves Karate. And he has a great teacher. We are not looking to outdo anyone or take it too serious. Kai just likes it.

Jan 13-

^Utah is so pretty! The skies beckon me for pics even if they don't do the real view justice. ;)

^Still doing hair. Fun set up. Looks a little complicated, right?

^Awesome daddy took the kids to ski!

^Yay!! Love to watch them learn and gain confidence. They are getting to experience some pretty great things.

Jan 14-

^This cutie usually wants the same thing as mama. Freshest jam I've ever had. :)

^So amazing! I earned a free cruise with my work for hitting my goals and helping people start their fitness journey. This job is really the perfect fit. I love how it's helped my focus and I love the opportunities it provides. Cruisin' in March!! Yay!

Jan 15-

^ Just like a little baby bird at Texas Roadhouse with peanuts. 

Jan 16-

^We have to get out and let these kiddos burn some energy. :) Love family outings.

Jan 16-

^Celebrating with Lisa. Friend support. Be the kind of friend you want to have.

Jan 17-

^Thanks for capturing this Ed. Sometimes bedtime can be stressful, but there are nights that I enjoy it. Prayers, story and song almost every night.

Jan 21-

^Bunko prizes to keep my toesies warm. :) GNOutlet. 

Jan 22-

^"Look mommy!" I did the whole puzzle! :)

^My sis is a magic maker. Lightened it up a little. Always love my hair. Thanks Cam!

Jan 23-

^ We got lunch for my Bday. :) Love Bday month! ;)

Jan 24-

^Maintaining loss and feeling healthy is pretty great! Except when your clothes get a little baggy!

^We hosted family dinner and made homemade chicken noodle soup and corn chowder. I substituted a healthier ingredient... :)

Jan 25-

^Fun to get together and jam with these guys.

Jan 26-

^These little buddies hang out while we exercise.  Cuties.

^I got spoiled today! Kristen came over and made me a homemade healthy lunch and acas bowl. Rebecca sent me chocolate fruit. Lisa brought me cookies and Kris brought me cake. They know me well! :)

^In the evening, Ed took me to dinner at Cafe Madrid with the hanks and surprised me with 2 major gifts. Tickets to Dixie Chicks this fall and a new computer for work! Wonderful gifts to be thrilled about!

^Then we played some games. :)

Jan 27-

^Ed got to go to career day at the kids school and teach about his job. The kids loved seeing a cow heart.

Jan 28-

^I got to be celebrated by these sweet friends at Cheesecake Factory. So nice!

Jan 29-

^It felt like time for a getaway. Short stint to Vegas should do the trick.

^The kids loved swimming in winter. It wasn't super warm, but they didn't care.

^We always got to Hash House. So creative. Giant portions though! Ed's face says it all!

Jan 30-

^We love Egg and I in Vegas. Staple.

^Went and explored the Hershey store.

^Hello vegas! We only had to shelter the kids eyes every now and then.

^More swimming. :)

^They love to be tossed!

^Good trip!

^Why Vegas in January? Why not?

^Pizza is always a family hit!

Headed back to chill, but ice cream first!

Jan 31-

^The weather driving home was pretty yuck! Ice crusted car, but we were just ahead of the storm luckily. Super slippery. Great way to end out January.