Farewell 2007

We had our friend D.J. over the other day to play Wii and hang out. We had a blast!! Luke loves the Wii and would play 24/7 if we let him. He's pretty good but he hates to lose, I think it's a man thing. So here are a couple pictures from when D.J. was here. The last picture is of the sunset I saw on my way home from Bradenton on Christmas evening, it was beautiful.

Happy New Year!!

Christmas break

I can't believe how long it's been since I've blogged, I've been very busy. Matt had a nasty cold that knocked him on his backside. He's feeling much better now but he was too sick to go to his mom's on Christmas. I took the kids and we had a great time. The kids love hanging out with their cousins. They will all grown up one day so I treasure each moment I spend with them. Well maybe not every moment but most. We also had family in town from Michigan; Aaron, Sam, Leah and baby Elijah. It was Elijah's Florida debut!!

Today is Matt's b-day and we have dinner plans with family. I had a party last night at our friends house for him and we had a great time. I made him a book for his birthday, and he loves it. He said it was the best gift he's ever received. In our house, the person that's having their birthday gets to celebrate all week. We don't really plan it that way but somehow it always ends up that way. So this is Matt's week.

Matt been off work all week and doesn't go back until Wednesday. It's been great having him home except for the part about him being sick. I think he's a bit spoiled!! He has also spent many quality hours with the boys playing their Wii. That video game is like crack but more addictive. I like to watch everyone play and get so into it. Of course the men that play can't stand to lose. I like the bowling and golf but I don't play enough to get good. I would recommend the Wii to anyone thinking about buying it, it rocks!!

We have some big changes coming in the New Year for our family. The biggest will be how we eat. We are going to be eating a more organic diet with whole grains and the good fats. I know we will all feel better without all the extra chemicals in our bodies. We haven't been eating so great since my surgery and I haven't walked in a while. All that will change very soon. I know that I've put a few pounds on but I know I'll get rid of it soon enough. I feel like I've laid the ground work on becoming more healthy in 2007, and 2008 will be even better.

Merry Christmas

Savannah opening one of many presents Christmas morning.

Luke getting into his stocking.
Austin was pleased with his gifts.
Luke with his Dale gift set.
The dogs got goodies too.

Christmas Eve

(the kids got to open one yesterday)

Nana LOVED her Dora Magical Carriage!
Yes, we got Austin numchucks!! (soft)

Austin, Grandma Connie, Nana & Luke.
Nana at dinner last night at Tony & Kelly's!!

Santa

I braved the crowds yesterday to take Luke and Nana to sit on Santa's lap at the mall. I put a pretty Christmas dress on Nana and she was very excited to finally meet Santa. We usually don't do the Santa thing but Nana really wanted to go. We waited in line for an......HOUR!! I took my camera planning on just taking my own pictures but you aren't allowed to take pictures unless you buy a package from them. The packages are $20 & $22 and that only allows you to take two pictures. What a rip off!!

I would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I love this time of year. I always look forward to spending time with family and friends, and of course the food. We will be busy the next few days. The kids can hardly wait until tomorrow morning. I'm making a huge breakfast for everyone.

2nd Place!!!

That's right; Austin got SECOND PLACE in the Science Fair at school!! We just got home from checking out all the projects on display. All the kids in 3-5 grades have to do a project every year. Some of them were really nice and others, not so much. But my boy got second place!!! Way to go Austin. It was a lot of hard work for everyone, so I'm very pleased.

Paramedic of the year!!

Here are some pictures of David recieving his award at the City Council Meeting. And the tall guy is our Mayor, Rick Baker.

A Real Hero...

This is my brother-in-law David. He is the 2007 Paramedic of the Year in St.Petersburg, Florida!! We are so proud of you David. We are going to watch him receive his award tomorrow afternoon. I will be sure to post some pictures of the event.