Happy Holidays

Wishing everyone a safe, cozy and wonderful holiday this year!

Being Grateful

So I've been a slacker on the blog front, but did want to share some of our memories of the past Thanksgiving week. Dave and I were lucky enough to host Thanksgiving for 13 people. After having it at my house for the first time (even with lots and lots of help from mom and dad), I have to say it maybe an overrated meal. I am one of those "chefs" who likes to make the dinner look gourmet, but isn't above buying my homemade rolls, finding the shortest recipes and outsourcing to others. I'd say I'm a half motivated Martha Stewart and I definitely couldn't have done it without dad and mom in the kitchen. There is a lot of work that goes into that 30 minute dinner, but definitely some good memories. Dave and I are really grateful we had so much family to share it with. Monica, we missed you, but were glad to have Chase and Amanda there. We also had Ryan and Jodi over, as well as our good friends Tawnie, Ed and Kenzie.

Mom and Dad and Megan and Cameron came down and spent the week with us. We had a nice time mostly chilling, eating out and seeing a few movies. I'm not sure who was more excited to see Twlight- me or my mom. She even read the book again to get her in the "mood". Megan didn't find it very exciting. We also had a scare with dad. We went to breakfast and on the way, he started to act funny (slurring his words and than walking funny and stumbling to the ground). Good thing Miss PA, Megan was there. She made sure we got dad to the hospital and we found out he had a TIA aka as a mini-stroke. He's okay now, although we are all hoping dad takes care of himself so there are no repercussions from this.

As this holiday and crazy week came to a close, I realized that I have alot to be thankful for. I have such a wonderful, unselfish and giving husband with great kids. I also have a family I wouldn't trade for anyone's- chaos and all!! I realize at times like these, that love, family, good friends, and health are things we may take for granted, but I'm really blessed. Thanks to all who shared this great holiday with me.

Run Baby Run

Dave and Cameron were quite the motivated people, waking up around 4:30 am on Thanksgiving day to run a 10 mile race. It had been raining the day before, but the weather was pretty good and the boys finished in less than an hour and a half. I'm proud of you guys!!!!