Christmas decorations for my mother in law.

Bob's mom gives ornaments out each year at our family Christmas party. This year we are spending Christmas Eve and Christmas day at Beaver Creek Lodge. She wanted a personalized ornament so I volunteered to help. I saw something similar to this at Swiss Days so this is my version of it. I don't know why my pics are blurry. I need to learn to edit.

I am back...I think.

This blog is not updated as often as I would like it to be but Bob bought me a new camera for my birthday and I am inspired again. It is a Cannon Rebel and as Bob asked me after I opened it, "Haven't you seen the commercial?" "No I have not," I said. Then Devon said, "Mom, even I have seen the commercial." No matter though, I love the camera. Whoa, it takes way, way ,way, better pictures so here are some of my favorites. I even used some of the creative settings. If I can only figure out how to edit on Adobe (Carly).

Also, I have been working on a craft. I think I will post it tomorrow. It is a Christmas craft so stay posted (wait..I think I am the only one that reads this thing).

AND...being a personal trainer and all, I will be posting a fitness challenge just in case I have any health conscious readers or reader. I don't know when that will happen. Hopefully soon.

Happy 4th Birthday Jack

Jack turned 4 years old yesterday. My kids are getting really old. Jack had to wait until Bob got home from work at 6:30. The anticipation just about killed him off. He was so excited to open his presents that his hands were shaking. It was so cute. He got a bike that moves by turning the wheel back and forth, money, a bank, and squirt gun. We then went outside to hit the pinata. It was going well until Devon hit it so hard that the candy became flying weapons. One which hit my mom in the jaw. Nice. Anyway...doughnuts are the cake of choice around here. Jack... thanks for keeping us on our toes. You are a darling, even when you yell at us to get your chocolate milk. Love you.

Happy Birthday BOB

Yes I am a few days late but that is my life. Happy 38th birthday to my handsome husband, BOB, on June 5th. Anyone who knows BOB knows what I am saying when I say that he is the nicest person ever. It seems like he and I were made for each other. Bob would do anything for me. Bob is caring, thoughtful, a hard worker, handsome, smart, and fun. I love you BOB.

We had Mother's Day at my house. My kids gave me an ihome for my cycling classes which I really needed. It was a really nice day. Kristi and her family, Mandy and her family and my parents came. I didn't even get a picture of my mom. Crap!

REFRESHING!!!!!

BOB and I decided to go on a cruise the end of March. Yes, without kids. Nine days without kids! I didn't have to get anyone a drink, bath, new underwear, cook dinner, clean, wash, wipe noses, etc, etc. We flew to Florida on a Saturday and boarded our boat which was Royal Caribbeans Independence of the Seas. We had a beautiful room with a balcony overlooking the Caribbean. ( Devon is 16 years old and I went on my honeymoon when he was 4 yrs. old but since then I have only been away for a few days here and there.) I had no idea what it meant to have no schedule. Time meant nothing unless we were wondering if the cafe was open for our 5th meal of the day or 6th dessert or just to know when Mr. Sprinkles the ice cream machine was still open. Did I mention how good the food was? Yes we gained a few lbs. Anyway, back to time meaning nothing, we would stay awake until 2 AM and wake up when we wanted to. It was wonderful. We stopped in Belize, Cozumel, and Costa Maya. The weather was beautiful. I loved spending so much time with my husband. I love him!!!

I just really want to get a book at the library.

I recently discovered that you can put books on hold at the library online. How cool is this??? With the economy so crapy, I am determined to not buy any new books. I have a book that I really want to read but apparently so does everyone else because there are no available copies of this particular book at the library. However, without leaving my own home I can be on the waiting list. I am currently 36th in line. I will wait.

My brother moved to Taiwan three weeks ago. His wife did not. It was her job to pack up the house and sell or dispose of all possesions, including a car and scooter. My brother, Scott, also gave her a list of things he forgot to do or did not get around to doing before he left. Did I mention she has 3 kids under the age of four (one still nursing)? Needless to say, she has needed help. If it has been at all stressful on me (maybe why I am wanting to go to the library so bad) I can't imagine how she feels. Poor thing, she looks exhausted. All I can say is that Scotty owes her BIG TIME. Wait, maybe he owes me big time. So off to the airport they will go tomorrow. They leave at 9PM and the pain will begin. Please let time speed by for Sidras sake. Please let the kiddies sleep.

Please let time go by fast so I can get my BOOK!