Happy Valentine's Day!

Happy Valentine's Day to you all! I gave my niece, Addi, her Valentine's Day present a little early since I wasn't going to see her on February 14th. Below is a picture of her with one her presents from PP (yes, that's what she calls me . . its a long story).

Vegas Volleyball!

We are here in Las Vegas to watch my cousin, Chelsie and her team play in the 23rd Annual Las Vegas Classic. For the past several years, we have attended this tournament as the older "V" sisters, Krystie and Brandie, have played in it, but this year is Chel's turn.

Chel and her bestie, Sissy (her "real" name is Chelsea too)

Chel blocking! ... She's #73

Chel going for a dig!


Chel did not have one service error!

Chel is a super smart player on the court!

Chel, you were a super star this weekend. We enjoyed seeing and watching you! More pictures to come soon!

CWU Volleyball Banquet

Last weekend we traveled over to Ellensberg for my cousin, Brandie's volleyball banquet. Brandie had an awesome season winning several awards. She is still awaiting her 1st Team All American Award, which hasn't arrived yet . . .but, here is a picture of all the hardware she picked up that night!


We took her a cookie bouquet, which was a huge hit with not only Bran but her teammates! YUM!














It was fun to see all the ladies dressed up as we are used to seeing them in uniform!

I also took some video on my small camera (that is shaky and all over the place) that I will upload soon. Fell free to also check out Mom's site . . . she has uploaded pictures from Bran's Freshmen and Sophomore years.

We got belayed!

My awesome boss, Alex, set up a fun event for our team (aka Team Converse) to go rock climbing this afternoon. We had so much fun and I'm sure we'll be paying the price tomorrow, but it was definitely worth it! We all had a blast . . . thank you Alex (and Projectline) for setting up this fun outing for Team Converse! Ann, I'm sorry you weren't able to join us . . . we missed you!!

T-Fab and Diva-D climbing like pros!

Adventurous Alex trying the auto belay thingy!

Alex and I climbing like Spiderman!

"Spiderman, Spiderman, Does whatever a spider can Spins a web, any size, Catches thieves just like flies Look Out! Here comes the Spiderman."

Watch out down there, Tena and I are coming down! Down, down, down!

Tena and our fantastic Belay, George taking a candid picture!

Proof that we made it to the top . . . sorry, the picture is a little "soft."

Go D Go! Check out her superior form . . . both legs and arms attached to the wall!

Alex getting his climb on!

Ocean Extravaganza Part II

Ocean Extravaganza

This year we spent the week in between Christmas and New Year's at the Ocean with family and friends. There were twenty-two of us that played games, went bowling, played Wii, watched movies and the Seahawks game, encountered gale force winds, changed and dealt with flat tires, played at the beach, looked at the Pacific Ocean and enjoyed each other's company. The kids also went on a treasure hunt and found a pirates chest full of goodies (coloring books, crayons, candy, necklaces, lips, gum, etc.). It was a fun time!

The Nutcracker

Some dear friends invited me to the 25th Anniversary of Stowell & Maurice Sendak Nutcracker performed by the Pacific Northwest Ballet. Despite the snowy weather we made it safe and sound to McCall Hall. Before the Nutcracker began, we were able to take a few pictures, get Paige a booster seat and check out the live symphony warming up. Susan (aka Grandma Susan) also made sure our tummies had a delicious snack . . . then, it was curtain time.

One of my favorite quotes that day was, "Grandma, do they talk in this movie?" So innocent! Paige by the way was awesome during the hour and half car ride to McCaw Hall! :)

It is always so much fun watching Wendy (aka as Aunt Wendy and Grandma Wendy) with Paige and all of the other lil' ones - Gracie, Carter, Ella and Addi.

At half time (aka intermission), some delicious cookies and hot apple cider were awaiting us that Susan had pre-ordered for us.

Thanks for inviting me to join the Romney/Johnson afternoon o'fun!