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Scott suggested we did a make-your-own pizza night on Friday, and it was so much fun! It had been a while since we had done that (early pandemic, I think?) and it certainly wasn't a quick process, but it was a great family bonding activity.




We had conferences for both kiddos this week. I enjoy the opportunity to check-in with their teachers and see how both of them are doing in their classes, as well as socially. So far, so good this year! The kiddos also look forward to checking out the book fairs at each school, and getting some new stuff to read. We picked up a book that Ava's English teacher recommended, so I think it's great that she's expanding her genres.

Ava was the Chinese Student of the Month for January - way to go, sweetie!


Ava finished up the last afternoon of Art Club for a few weeks. This was her final drawing for Art Club...love it!


Our sweet little Pria is feeling more and more at home with every passing day. She's just such a sweetheart! She loves to sleep and be with the family. We're so happy that she's feeling safe and secure with us. She made her first appearance in one of my meetings this week...and then she got bored and fell asleep, lol.



A bunny hopped its way onto our deck, and once Pria spotted it, she froze in place and wouldn't take her eyes off it. They had a little stare down, and I think Pria won...? She used her voice for a few min and barked. It was pretty exciting since she's usually so quiet!




I joined a church last weekend, so I'm excited to see where that journey leads me. It's not a local church, so I've been worshipping online, which is pretty great. I've attended several different churches since I've lived in MN, and I'm happy that I finally found one that is a great fit for me. A big thanks to my parents for introducing me to Church of the Resurrection. 

We're looking to a little family fun this weekend with a game night on Saturday, and then an air fryer dinner while watching the Superbowl on Sunday. We don't care which team wins, but are looking forward to the commercials!

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