So my friends and family can be up on life here in GR

'But be sure to fear the Lord and serve him faithfully with all your heart; consider what great things he has done for you.'
1 Samuel 12.24

Thursday, December 29, 2011

Well hey hey hey!

Not that I expect you to remember, but click here to see what I hoped to accomplish in 2011.  I was sorta dreading taking a look myself, but I actually did pretty well!!!

Here's the list I made: Check the Links for proof, the links dont lie!


Visit the Thumb (did not happen)
25k River Bank Run (YES! Go me!)
Triathalon (no...sigh)
Take a week off of work (YES! 11 days straight in Brazil!)
Send out a card a month (not technically, although I'm sure I sent 12 cards)
Tennis Reunion (YES! Livi's Wedding!)
Read 12 books (ahem. No.)

Not too Shabby!  On to 2012!

Saturday, December 24, 2011

Homies for the Holidays

My youth group girls came over for a partay!  Thanks Chuck for arranging everything and the CUTE gifts! :)






Thanks for coming over, let's do it again SOON!

Thursday, December 22, 2011

94 is a LOT of birthdays!

Earlier this month my Grandpa celebrated his 94th birthday - what a celebration, what a guy!

My Great Aunt once told me that I should look for a guy like my grandpa to marry, because he is so kind, thoughtful, and caring.  And my mom has always said that if it were possible for one person to not have a sin nature, it would be my grandpa.  Pretty good write-ups I'd say! :)

Happy Birthday Grandpa!



And many mooooooooore!!

Monday, December 19, 2011

Flowa Powa!

I had a few friends over to see my house and to make some flowers

 A little breakfast:

A little craft:


Thanks everyone for coming! Who's hosting next time?!

Saturday, December 17, 2011

U-G-L-Y you aint got no alibi!

I had a request to post more of these!  

It went from bad to worse! Great job everyone! :)





Have yourself a very Merry Ugly Sweater day!

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year...

When else do things like this happen?!

Holiday and Birthday gatherings with fam (this also included a surprise trip to Boyne!)


 

Downtown Tree lightings:


Living Room Tree lightings and decorations:




Planning and Executing Christmas parties and receiving shake weights for White Elephant gifts:




The Annual Meeting - which included a concert from MercyMe and Bebo Norman! (more to come on this!)

Ugly Christmas Sweater Parties:
 (I know it's hard to see, but my wreath earrings DO match my wreath buttons!)
(Jude and Jean)
And the fun has just begun!  What a great time of year! :)

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Bridesmaiding 101

Recently I was looking through photos and found a number of me as a bridesmaid. Which got me to thinking about being a bridesmaid.  I think I have some sage advice, for no one in particular, except the blog world at large.  

First, and this is probably the biggest one: Shut your yap and smile. It's not your day. Someday it will be, but today's not it. It's her's and you said yes. So zip it.

Be attentiveWhatever she wants; whenever. AND it's the best idea that her lips have ever uttered!

We know you didnt pick the dress or the color.  And even if you did get to pick your style, we know that there's no such thing as a 'great bridesmaids dress'  Fear not. I know it wasnt your choice, I dont blame you.

Shoes. Learn to walk in heels. She wants you in heels, so dont be difficult for her and say 'I cant wear heels.' Learn to.

Make-up. Another, very fabulous bridesmaid told me this: Wear just a little more than you usually do, and dont be afraid of your eyebrows with the eyeshadow.

Love it! Dance like you're wearing a matching dress with 6 other girls...'cause you are! This gives you certain rights and liberties for the day.  Kinda like a VIP pass. So dance dance yeah!  Keep the party real, be happy for them, and enjoy their day!

Saturday, December 3, 2011

Christmas is Here!

Christmas Party - check and check
See Downtown tree - check
Shopping - check
Decorations (all two of them) - check
cookies - check

Merry Christmas Season!

Thursday, December 1, 2011

Back in the Day!!

Throwback to the good ol' days the other weekend when Laura came for a visit.  Lots of hanging out and having fun!


Made it a true visit by going to THE REAL FOOD CAFE!