Goodbye to 2007

These are some of my favorite photos from 2007.

Our 5th anniversary.

2007 was a great year in so many ways, it started with a family trip to Kauai, maybe that is why. G started the 5th grade, last year in elementary, and Wy started preschool both of them grew not only physically but intellectually.We are so blessed to have such smart and funny children. Garon and I never have a dull moment. From cheer practices to cheer competitions we almost never have a second to catch our breath. What is in store for us this year? Not sure but I hope it is as fulfilling and action packed as 2007.

Merry Christmas!

Christmas for us was was magical this year, both kids were very excited about Santa coming and we had loads of family events to attend. G and Wy got exactly what they both wanted and mommy and daddy were both very spoiled.

My two sweethearts!

Daddy and G with the

WII!

Just a few shots from our bountiful Christmas.

Wyatt just loves his new guitar that sounds so real.

Amazing Women

For the past few years I have been struggling with trying to make every Christmas as good as it was when I was little. Grandma and Grandpas house, Grandma in her Christmas caftan and good old Grandpa with a glass of creme de' menthe sneaking me a little sip or two. The Christmas tree sparkling and shiny and mountains of gifts under the tree. Not only all of that but every year Grandma and Grandpa tried very hard to decorate the house as festive as can be. The nativity in the corner with little bits of hay around baby Jesus, I swear I sat and moved the shepards and animals around for what seems like hours. Grandpa always hung a piece of mistletoe under the doorway leading to the kitchen and never hesitated to kiss his girls whenever they found themselves under it. Did I mention the sweets? Peanut butter balls, my favorite, decorated sugar cookies with frosting and little silver balls (come to find out they had lead in them so they stopped selling) and the creamiest fudge I have ever tasted.



Well, as the years have gone by the tree didn't seem as sparkly and the nativity was too much for my grandparents to get out, and then they sold the house I grew to know and love. I thought I would never feel those childhood feeling again, but all of that changed last night thanks to three very amazing women. Karen, Marissa and Alicia....the queens of party giving.



I finally scored an invite to the most coveted Christmas tea in my circle and I now know why everyone loves it. An old victorian house decorated to the "T" with Christmas trees and ornaments, even a really old pair of ice skates by the front door. We started the evening with the most delicious food and tea. Then headed out into the chilly weather where they set up fire pits and invited guitar players to accompany us for Christmas carols complete with an acted out version of the 12 days of Christmas, thank God I was the drummer drumming, only had to get up once. Did I mention that Sage was sitting right next to me during the sing-a-long and we sang together, god I love people who really sing not just open thier mouths. After singing our hearts out we headed inside for warm homemade drinking chocolate and the most beautiful Christmas goodies I have ever tasted. Next was the gift exchange..........insane!



I alot of great women, connected with a few and had a fabulous time. I left with a renewed sense of Christmas spirit and excitement. Thank you Karen, Marissa, and Alicia, you are amazing women!