New Year, Less Mess...

Okay, I officially started cleaning out the leftovers from the last year. I am starting with my bedroom. (Hello, things I haven't wore in over 2 years!) It seems like all I have been doing this morning is sneeze. Who knew things laying around collected so much dust? ;) I am waiting until the kids go back to school on Monday before I tackle their rooms. Then I can secretly throw things away. I think I will save the kitchen for last, because I really want to organize my cookbooks and magazines, and the last time I did that, it took me almost 3 days. So Happy New Year to everyone, and let's make it a good one!

Gifts

My dad made these for the kids-they are so cool. He is a big Lewis & Clark and Sacagawea collector, and has got the kids hooked, too. He got the coins, stamps, and pictures, then made the mat and frames and put them all together. He is so talented!

Four Generations at Christmas

I am so thankful all of my family lives near and we can be together on the holidays. Here is a picture of us girls-4 generations! We had dinner Christmas Eve at our house, then everyone came back for breakfast in the morning. We played Wii games, put puzzles together, and hung out. I think it was one of the best Christmases I've ever had. Especially since I got three new books to read! Thanks Jen, Mom, and David.

Bunko at my house

I just hosted bunko for December. Can I just say that I love to host parties? I love the whole thing-what's on the menu, how do I decorate, is everything clean enough? I could totally do this all the time. What more could you ask for than 15 of your coolest friends hanging out, having a meal, playing a game, and then getting to take something home for your efforts?

Tagged

Cyndee tagged me, so here is my picture. This is the fourth file, fourth picture. It is of Chase at 2 asleep in his crib at our old house. Looks just like Ryan, huh.

Halloween Decorations

As you all know, Halloween is my favorite holiday. Here is my house all decked out-during the day. At night I have lights around the door. In front is my graveyard, (pretty easy to make when you have an unfinished flower bed!) and the ghosts playing ring around the rosie.

Happy Birthday

Sunday was David's birthday . I think he still looks as young as the day we met (he was only 23). He is still so handsome! Artie took this picture of us at the wedding last weekend, and I love it. David is a generally happy person, but this is the look I see and love the most. It means he's content, even if he isn't smiling. So happy birthday David, and here's to many more.