tales from a far-land

For the third year in a row, I have created a vision board to assist me in keeping my life's goals on track.  This year my goals are specifically centered around turning the big 4-0  in October.  As I focused on what I wanted to include on my board this year, I started to realize that I would like to "re-frame" myself.  What this means to me is that I want to "re-frame"  what kind of person I want to be and what kind of person I am for others as I enter this new decade of my life.  As I grow older, I think it is important to appreciate who I am knowing that I can still strive to be a better person daily. I want to "re-frame" my mind.  I would like to start being more grateful for all the wonderful things that I have in my life.  I want to have less stress in my life, in general.  I want to be true to myself more.  And I want to enjoy the little celebrations in our lives more. I want to "re-frame" my relationships.  I want to make sure tha

Josh and I spent New Year's Eve in Flagstaff, Arizona with our friends, Megan and Greg.  It was a fun adventure -- four adults in one car traveling through a snow storm to ring in the new year.  We spent the evening beer bar hopping, walking from one place to another in freshly powdered snow. It was so beautiful (and a little chilly).  We finished the evening with a six-course meal and wine pairing at Tinderbox Kitchen.  Sadly, after dinner, most of us were ready to retire back to the hotel and missed the chance to watch the infamous "Great Pinecone Drop". Here's to hoping that 2015 is as full of friendship, love, adventure, and happiness as it began!  On our way up to Flagsraff, it was snowing Our first stop -- Lumberyard Brewing Company Second stop -- Mother Road Brewing Company Greg and Megan Josh and I Photos in the snow on our way to our third stop A picture with the infamous "Great Pinecone" Third stop -- Pay

Yesterday, Josh took the kids to the Children's Museum to play and expend some energy.  Here is the artistic piece Madilyn created for me.  I love the eye lashes and the squiggly arms.