Pictures of the Week -- Week 47

We had a nice time in Iowa & Illinois for our Thanksgiving vacation.  We were able to spend time with our family and some friends.  We ate (a LOT), played some football, watched some football, went to Michael's Fun World, played cards and watched movies.  It was a relaxing time.  We also did our Christmas exchange since we are staying in Colorado for Christmas this year.  The kids got spoiled like they usually do.  Thanks to everyone for the wonderful gifts!

Pictures of the Week -- Week 46

Mattea was on a cupstacking team with some friends from her school.  Her, Caitlin, Sami & Caleb practiced for a month and then participated in a tournament at Liberty Middle School.  They didn't take home a trophy, but they all did their best and that is what matters.  Mattea got totally into cupstacking... she was always practicing and even got some cups, a mat and a timer for her birthday this year!

Happy 7th Birthday, Mattea Marie!!!

Today, our sweet, lovable, sassy, smart and full-of-personality daughter turned SEVEN!  Mattea started off her day being serenaded by all of us singing Happy Birthday to her while she sat in her bed smiling from ear to ear!  We brought her breakfast in bed and gave her presents.  She was so easy to please... when I had asked her what she wanted for her birthday, she said "I don't know.  Anything... even a toothbrush!"  We didn't actually get her a toothbrush, but it was nice to know that she didn't feel that she needed much.  She even told me after she opened her presents that what made her the most happy was being with her family.  Awwwwwwww... what a sweet girl!

Mattea celebrated her birthday with her friends at Sweet & Sassy.  The girls got to pick out a costume, got their hair & makeup done and their fingernails painted.  They practiced walking the catwalk and then had a dance party.  After that, it was time for the runway show!  The girls totally rocked the runway.  They showed lots of personality and it was SO much fun to watch.  The party was such a huge hit with Mattea and her friends.  It was a very memorable birthday!!!

Pictures of the Week -- Week 45

Jeff took Mattea to the Girl Scout Father/Daughter dance.  We had a fun time picking out her dress... it was all about how well it twirled.  She found the perfect dress, we got her hair all curled and she was ready for her date.  Jeff & Mattea met up with Hannah & Hailey Robinson and their Dad, Rod, and Sami Gordanier and her Dad, Troy for dinner at TGI Friday's for dinner and then went to the dance.  They all had a great time!

Pictures of the Week -- Week 44

We got more snow!  This time, it caused a school cancellation and the kids were SOOOOO excited.  Alex was even excited enough to help shovel the driveway at 7am!  Cody enjoyed romping around in the snow and Indy was content to stay inside on his bed!!!

All of the neighbor kids ended up at our house for hot chocolate after playing in the snow for several hours.  Since it was lunch time, I fed them spaghetti, too.