Ringing in the New Year

The end of 2010 brought snow and cold to the Denver area -- just in time for my return from Wisconsin, joy! Higgins and Byrdie loved frolicking around during our late afternoon run, but they were not please with me trying to take pictures of their ice beards afterward. Brrrrr, they said!

I gave in and let them inside to enjoy cuddling up next to a nice cozy fire at B.'s feet.

We'll be celebrating the new year at home with a few close friends tonight. The year 2010 was a great one for us and we're happily welcoming another. Here's to a happy, healthy and adventure-filled 2011!

A little time in Milwaukee

 

Thanks to Jess and Brad for wining and dining me while I stayed with them in Milwaukee. Brad... I never seem to get any pictures of you when I visit. Next time. :)

Brielle: Napping with Grandma

Can you see what she's doing here? She's tickling herself on her blanket, "B.".

She likes her feet tickled, too.

Brielle: Play time with Grandma Sheyla

Kroll's

My grandma, Aunt Sue, mom and I all went to Kroll's for some chili, cheese curd and butter burger goodness. Kroll's is one place I always have to visit while I'm home -- after all, my mom worked there as a teen, I worked there as a teen, and and the chili is to die for. Seriously. Kroll's chili and Los Banditos CCQ. The staples.

We left happy with full bellies and perhaps a couple of extra pounds on each of us. Totally worth it.

By the way, that's my eighty-seven year old grandmother. Eighty-seven! Amazing, right? Love her.

Rise and Shine, Sunshine

My Sister the Jewel

Here's a video (from my iPhone, sorry for the quality) of my beautiful and talented sister singing a Jewel cover. Guitar played by her friend, Ben. Enjoy!