first time skier.

The sunsets are to die for. The hikes are amazing. The skiing is usually awesome (although it was perfect for two first time skiers). Bailey did amazing for her first time on skis. We were all so impressed. We are hopeful that there will be fresh powder upon our next return. We are loving the mountains this winter!

time flys

Every year. Same time. Same two girls. My bestie from college (and still), Sara and her daughter Avery come for a visit. My girls and I love it. We laugh, we have mini photo sessions (well, Sara does the picture taking and I wait in the background), we make and eat pizza and we just catch up. The girls kept saying "your just like my mom" to each of us and really it's true! We are crazy together...just as it should be. Just like it was and still is.

2012

I'm looking forward and 2011 is in the rear view mirror. No resolutions for me. No big things I need to accomplish. No time I need to fill. My mom asked me what I want to have happen this year and I responded with, "NOTHING, I think we had enough craziness for 1 year."

Happy New Year!

Two Thousand Eleven

The girls and I managed to squeeze in 1 last trip before the end of the year! The American girl store never disappoints however this time it was much better than the last when I had a mini-mom-meltdown with one of Grace's twins.

I'm not really reflecting on twenty eleven because I know that although this year great it was not without worry, pain and sadness. In the end we came out better and stronger and realize just how good we have it! I can't wait to see what's in store for 2012!

skating on ice

Ice skating with the girls...definite Winter must-do!

Merry & Bright

Santa came to our house and we all had a glorious Christmas enjoying family, friends and the true meaning of the season! We are more blessed this year than ever and we continue to give thanks to the one that really matters. Hope you're feeling as merry & bright!

On the eve