Blessed!

Today and every day I am blessed to be an aunt to two amazing boys.  This weekend I was blessed with a little extra nephew time.  Seth was in Ellensburg, so I took the weekend to be with him.  I spent hours laughing, running around the house, watching Elmo, loving up on Seth, playing Play-doh, and reading books.  The joy that I feel around Seth is indescribable.  I wish they lived closer, but I was able to cherish every minute with him.  Although he is a busy boy that is going 24/7, he still enjoys cuddling and giving hugs.  One of my favorites is the fact that he recognizes me and calls me "Bawie".  What a blessing he is in my life!

                                      Aunt "Bawie" loves Seth!

                                    Isn't he just precious?

                           

                                  "Jus", Pop, Seth, "Bawie", and Bop!

Our First Christmas Together!

Christmas break is coming to a close for us teachers (well, besides our cancelled "snow days" that are already taking place this week).  We had a wonderful Christmas break with family and friends, along with crazy travel adventures.  Our break started out with a cancelled flight out of Seattle due to stormy blizzard conditions, and after many hours of standing in lines and re-booking flights, our Christmas plans changed from Visalia to Ellensburg.  

We ended up spending Christmas with my family, which ended up being a wonderful time with my family and relatives.  Although we began to learn that it is hard adjusting to new "traditions" as a married couple, we both had a very Merry Christmas.  We were able to experience an authentic sleigh ride, lots of snow, wonderful family time, and yummy food.

After spending a week in Ellensburg we finally were able to fly out to California.  We spent about 4 days with Aaron's parents and had our own "Christmas celebration" a few days late.  We loved being in 50 degree sunny weather, and it was great being with his parents once again.

We returned to Ellensburg for a quick New Year's celebration before returning to our cozy apartment in Spokane.  Not only did we return to our cozy apartment, but we also returned to approx. 3 feet of snow, with more to come.  As we spent our first Christmas together as a married couple, we were reminded of the continual blessings that surround us, not only in the blessing of our Lord, but with our incredible families that love and support us.

                                         Our first Christmas together!

                                          Christmas in Ellensburg

                                              Aaron and his mom!