Perspective

Before I begin, I just have to encourage you to read my friend Rotorheads blog post. After I posted about A few things I think are just snazzy, he made his own version of what he would stuff in his man-purse. Hilarious!

It's all about perspective:
I sent a text to my friend Sommer today. She is a stay-at-home mom of 3 young kids who lives about a mile from my house. I told her I was enjoying pretending to be a stay-at-home mom this week, as the weather has prevented me from working. She sent me a text back that said, Funny- I am over here wishing I had a job.



At first glance, it may appear that we have cloned Rain, our dog. No worries, that's just "Uncle Biscuit", a gift from Santa.







We headed outside to practice for the Olympic trials...we couldn't agree on Summer or Winter Games.

Here's Megan, practicing her free throw shots...

We are wondering how many points you get when the ball becomes stuck in the ice-covered net...

I made a music corner in the playroom for Emily and all her instruments, cowboy hats and bandanas...

2 questions are on the agenda tonight. Can you write a few lyrics for Emily's song and can you guess who is on the TV behind her?

Have fun!

How I Spent My Winter Vacation

Tonight you get a glimpse into our Christmas...Santa came and then we headed out for an 8 day adventure.
There was a whole lotta jumpin' goin' on when Megan saw her presents

Emily got her wish...Biscuit the Fur Real pup...In cryptic talk, he was known as Canine Pastry.
I tried a new look for the holidays, compliments of my nephew Dylan.

After a few days in Arkansas, we headed to Branson. Along the way, we played Cash Cab, our new game show obsession. Haven't seen it? Go watch it NOW; well, finish reading my blog first.

Scott does a good job playing Ben...he even drives like Ben.

We saw a comedy show full of almost-famous actors. Emily got all of their autographs. The guy in green is Apple Jack.

Then we shed a few tears watching the famous dog...

We snagged some hikers to take a family pic...

Megan took some nice pics.

We saw evidence of a long ago love...a heart carved in a tree.

Saw a sign named in Emily's honor...

Then we all braved the 30 degree weather and sat in the outdoor hot tub. We did NOT enjoy it, as you can see from the pic.

This was NOT the most relaxing vacation we have ever taken.

Hope your holidays were merry and bright.

Next post: Greta Garmin, my new best friend.

Much ado about nothing...

Just wanted to add a few pics today. We had Christmas with the Loennekes a few nights ago. I told the kids they could exchange gifts after they performed a Christmas song.

The song turned out to be a little non-traditional.

Then we promised they could open gifts after posing for a picture.

They were so patient with us.

Now I leave you with another pic I took. First person to name this picture with a quote from a famous holiday movie is the winner. Sorry, no prize this time, just the honor of having your name typed on my blog with a few exclamation marks after it.

Happy Holidays...

Love,

Michele;

Sunday in St. Louis

Today was an interesting day. Scott and Megan had a place to go so Emily and I took a little side trip.
First we had to decide who would drive...

After arriving, we had a little lunch...

Then we checked out future job opportunities...

Then it was off to the bank to withdraw large sums of money...

Your challenge is to tell us what Emily would do with a large sum of money.

Big hair, leg warmers and tight-rolled jeans

It was 80's night at the skating rink this weekend for our first It's No Monkey Business fundraiser. What, did you really think my sisters and I routinely dress this way?

Make note of my tall hair and tight-rolled jeans. No one can roll their jeans as tight as me (with one exception- our buddy D.L. does run a "tight" 2nd). And before you ask, No I did not skate, are you kidding me, my blood doesn't clot and I can't feel my feet. Which means I would fall down and bleed to death. Not to mention, I had just been under anesthesia 48 hours before. Are there any other risk factors we can throw in there to make the situation more dangerous?

Speaking of medical issues, Scott's only words when he found out Megan would be skating- "Michele, remember- broken bones in Arkansas are out-of-network."

Did you really think she would be doing anything else at the party?

It was a fun and successful night. In case you've been living under a rock, go to http://www.itsnomonkeybusiness.com/ for more info.

I set a new record this year. CHRISTMAS CARDS ARRIVED TODAY!!! So maybe I'll have them mailed even earlier than Thanksgiving! Seriously, I do know someone who mails her cards out in July. Not a bad idea! (Jen and Steph, I read your mom's card every summer when we visit Jenni, it's always on the fridge).

I just realized tomorrow is Wordless Wednesday...hmmm...it may be late again this week.

Write back. I love your comments!

Love,
Michele;