We made it to the next year! Not that it was really questionable, but it's always nice to see the crossover to a new set of 365 days. The kids and Scott kicked off the new year the right way, and had a four-day weekend. I went in to work on Monday, Dec 31...and it was pretty darn quiet. They let us leave around 3pm, which played well with our evening plans.
A snowstorm had rolled in on Monday afternoon, and we were debating if we should head south to our friends' house. We decided to go for it, and I'm so glad that we did. As soon as we got south of the cities, the roads were clear and there wasn't even a hint of snow in the air. Scott had everything pretty much ready to go during the day, so I think we got on the road around 4:30, and were there by 6pm.
We had so much fun ringing in the new year with our friends. Ava and Isabel always have fun together, and Evie does a good job making sure that G is included in the fun. He always ends up coming home with little toys that she gives to him...and he loves them!
All of us, with the exception of Scott, managed to stay up until midnight to see the ball drop. There was champagne and hugs, all around. G was pretty excited to be up that late, and it was a bit challenging to get him to go to bed, but when he finally did, he was OUT!
As usual, we had yummy snack and drink concoctions, and even some fun shots. Tiffany, Annie, and I attempted to watch Bird Box, and about halfway through, we took a break, and never resumed. It was so dark and disturbing...and I don't believe that I'll finish watching it. I did read a spoiler on the ending, so I know what happens, and I think that's good enough!
We all went back to school/daycare/work on Wednesday, and it's been a bit tricky to get back into a normal routine. I'm putting together 2019 goal folders for the kids, and am looking forward to working towards some goals of my own. The first one is to get our house put back together, and to purge unnecessary items. The holidays are such a time of glut, and it's easy to slip into bad habits of not keeping things tidy and slim...so it's time to change that!
Ava's working hard on playing her trumpet right now...we're excited for her first band concert in a few weeks, followed-up by a performance baton show. I asked G if he wants to start any activities, and he pretty much ignored my question, so...we'll see what piques his interest as he gets older.
For now, it's Funday Sunday, but also a day to get stuff done!
A snowstorm had rolled in on Monday afternoon, and we were debating if we should head south to our friends' house. We decided to go for it, and I'm so glad that we did. As soon as we got south of the cities, the roads were clear and there wasn't even a hint of snow in the air. Scott had everything pretty much ready to go during the day, so I think we got on the road around 4:30, and were there by 6pm.
We had so much fun ringing in the new year with our friends. Ava and Isabel always have fun together, and Evie does a good job making sure that G is included in the fun. He always ends up coming home with little toys that she gives to him...and he loves them!
Evie and G zooming around the kitchen!
As usual, we had yummy snack and drink concoctions, and even some fun shots. Tiffany, Annie, and I attempted to watch Bird Box, and about halfway through, we took a break, and never resumed. It was so dark and disturbing...and I don't believe that I'll finish watching it. I did read a spoiler on the ending, so I know what happens, and I think that's good enough!
The strawberry puree was supposed to stay on top, but physics dictated otherwise...
Tequila!
We all went back to school/daycare/work on Wednesday, and it's been a bit tricky to get back into a normal routine. I'm putting together 2019 goal folders for the kids, and am looking forward to working towards some goals of my own. The first one is to get our house put back together, and to purge unnecessary items. The holidays are such a time of glut, and it's easy to slip into bad habits of not keeping things tidy and slim...so it's time to change that!
Merry Christmas to me! Time for a new watch...hello, Fitbit Versa!
Ava's working hard on playing her trumpet right now...we're excited for her first band concert in a few weeks, followed-up by a performance baton show. I asked G if he wants to start any activities, and he pretty much ignored my question, so...we'll see what piques his interest as he gets older.
For now, it's Funday Sunday, but also a day to get stuff done!
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