Estes Park

We took a little day trip to Estes Park. The dog loved the snow. However our plans were a little derailed because it was incredibly windy. It was absolutely freezing. We are outdoors people and can handle the cold but it was pretty bad when all four of us opted for a short hike and got coffee in town instead. 

(Backup) My Pets

I literally have the prettiest kitty ever and our puppy is spaz! They are the best additions to our family!

Christmas

We had probably the sweetest and most simple Christmas yet. Christmas Eve was spent at church. And Christmas morning with family and Christmas night just the four of us. We do not give each other tons of gifts rather we have found such enjoyment in traditions leading up to Christmas and give through Compassion and United Way. I for one was in momma heaven for the last two weeks. My heart is so full. 

Dates

Gary and I are beyond fortunate that we have two mostly responsible kids that like and can be left home every once in a while. Over the last two weeks Gary and I have shopped, coffeed and sushied together. I love him, he makes me happy, I’m so thankful for my little family. 

Bass Pro

What would Christmas be without Bass Pro! We were so thankful Gary was finally off! 

My Kids

My kids are amazing people. They help whenever needed! Don’t get me wrong they have their moments but they are mostly amazing! 

Freezing

The kids and I went to Garden of the Gods. It’s was so cold! We literally were there about an hour. We planned on being there for several hours to hike but we were frozen. We had a good laugh and enjoyed each other. We made it home to soup and hot cocoa! 

More Baking

Oh my, I don’t even eat the garbage I bake and I feel like I’m gaining weight! I have a cleanse I’m going to do Tuesday through Friday next week. But for now and the next 24 hours I’m going to eat the shrimp, chicken and cheese! Praying my tummy can handle it! Lilly and Owen have baked and made a ton of fudge! All delivered to our neighbors. They are good hearted kids!

Awe

I’m so ready for Gary’s work week to be over! I’ll settle for some cuddling on the couch with him and my puppy. 

Hiking With My Bestie

Enjoyed a quick hike and the last 60 degree day here for this year with my bestie Melissa! The best type of friend is the one who will pray and hike with you! 

Long Winter Naps

My kids have found the joy of sleeping in and naps! I remember those days! They are quite the pair, my heart is full! 

LOL!

This is what happens when we are off!! 

Star Wars

We went to see Star Wars! It was so good! We then went to dinner and looked at some of the Christmas Lights in town. 

My little People

Zooed

We visit the zoo each year at Christmas. The lights are so pretty the way it’s decorated. My family loves to put me on that dang sky ride, I lived once again but am far away from my fear of heights. I love these people and doing life with them.