Cold Winter

We've had an unusually cold and wet winter. It was so cold our pool iced over...Ryan had fun while Casey tried to break it up so the weight of the ice didn't pull the cover off. Good times!

Like I said...

I'm ready for spring already!

Poor Blueberries

When we moved into our house we inherited a nice patch of 7 blueberry plants. I was extremely excited to enjoy our very own blueberries this summer! I've never had my own blueberries. We also inherited a very deep and long burn pit, which Casey has put to good use. He has spent many of his weekends trimming trees and burning debris from our yard. I have always been here advising him to be watchful/careful. He has a history of burning and letting things getting a bit out of control. Well, I went out for a few hours one weekend and came back to find a yard that was partially parched, as well as 3-4 blueberry plants. Ryan came outside just in time to help Casey in putting out the fire that was spreading quickly throughout the yard. The grass will grow back, but more than likely we've lost the blueberries - so sad.

New family rule = no burning unless you have a spotter!

We are thankful nobody was hurt. Lesson learned. Again.

#fireflashbacks...

Hey Casey...

Hot Spot

No, he's not praying. He's actually trying to take a nap. It's everyone's favorite place at certain times of the day. It's been cold this winter, and it's the warmest place in the house when the sun is shining through the windows. Apparently it's better than finding a soft place to rest your head☺

SNOW DAY

We had a snow day today. Living in Georgia it's not something that occurs all too often, so we don't know how to deal with too much of the white stuff. Thankfully at the sign of anything they will cancel school and shutdown government offices. It's one of the reasons I love living here(special occasion and doesn't last forever). This time we actually got two days off, because the temperature is staying pretty low and the snow that's melted will make the roads a slippery mess in the early morning. Ryan's not complaining.

It's been an unusually cold winter season. Thankfully this weekend we will have a high of 65 degrees, and that makes this girl really happy!!

DECEMBER

December came and went so fast. It's hard to believe it's already over.

Before everyone arrived Ry, Casey and I went Christmas tree hunting.

Cody and Amy were first to arrive. Cody always pre-arranges a Sr. Sol pickup(with us), so there is food when they get in late at night. This time is was 1:00 am before he was able to eat his beloved Mexican meal.

It was such a fun time with everyone here. We had a busy week, but made sure we had time for our annual gingerbread house competition. It's always fun and pretty intense.

This year we added a couple secret ingredients to the competition - gummy bears and pumpkin seeds. Everyone presented their houses to the judge(Casey).

Top 3 were: 1st place - Kaitlyn, 2nd place - Alex and 3rd place - Cody/Amy...But like I always say, everyone's a winner! Great job to all!!

We spent the rest of our time shopping, playing games, cooking, eating, watching movies, visiting, and enjoying our time together!

It was either very cold or raining during the break, so there was a bit of cabin fever at times. We decided to take the boys to a trampoline jumping place to expend some of their pent up energy. It worked, and they had fun!

Christmas morning...

We lost power during the night at some point, but thankfully it came back on in time for us to enjoy the holiday festivities.

A few days after Christmas both Cody and Kaitlyn left to go spend time with their in-laws. Thankfully they are close and not a far drive away(especially Kaitlyn - just a few miles). Cody is a little farther in Tennessee but still drive-able. We loved our time with everyone while it lasted, but alas - (sadly)all good things must come to an end.

New Year's Eve was another party! Andy's family was still here to help bring in the New Year. Janelle prepared a yummy feast - We played a few games, ate and let off some fireworks. We all managed to stay up until midnight and enjoyed the celebration!

Wishing you all a Healthy and Happy New Year!