animal lover, gardener, knitter, and gourmet cook
 

the 3rd day of xmas

This morning started pretty early–6:30 AM to be exact. Jake couldn’t contain himself any longer, so we all got up and opened presents. I got an iPod touch, so that has kept me busy for most of the day. While Jake and I played with our new toys, Brian finished …

the 2nd day of xmas

Because we work for an awesome company, we had Christmas Eve off work. After not having much time off this year, I was definitely looking forward to the long weekend. We spent the morning wrapping up some Christmas-related stuff, then Brian and Jake played the role of Santa and delivered …

the 1st day of xmas

Brian’s sister and her family came in this weekend so we headed to my in-laws for an early Christmas dinner. It was quite riotous with all of the kids opening gifts. The weather was definitely Christmassy. This is the only time of year I don’t mind having snow–it doesn’t seem …

jingle bells

I’m not quite ready for Christmas, but almost. I hit a number of milestones today. For one, I put the last of the Christmas cards in the mailbox this morning. I used to actually go to the post office and mail them, can you believe that? Now, I put a …

thanksgiving, part 2

Brian’s sister and her crew came in yesterday, so we headed to Brian’s parent’s house last night in order to visit. There was good food, good wine, and good conversation to be had. Plus, we got sent home with some leftovers, so I don’t have to cook today!