Girl Rides Horse

While I was babysitting my cute niece Hallie Kate, I found that she absolutely loves Jack.  She could not keep her eyes off him.  So we decided to let her sit on him and she thought that was hilarious.

I know this looks like Jack is about to attack, but really he was just sneezing.  We all thought Hallie might have an allergy to Jack, but it looks like just the opposite is true.

Hallie thought it was hilarious!

Hallie's Photo Shoot

You know I can't resist a fabulous shot with Jack and Hallie

She is so beautiful

Smiley baby today

So Cute

Love that little face

Look at those huge eyes!

Happy Birthday Imo

Happy birthday Imogene!  Today I took one of my favorite nurses out for her birthday.  She turned 58.  We had yummy breakfast for lunch at Ruth's diner up Emigration canyon.  It was a gorgeous day and we had a fantastic time.

Me and Imo

She was a little surprised at the demdaco figurine that I gave her for her birthday.

No birthday is complete without cake....

So Cupcake was So average. Oh well.

We both had a complete blast!  Who cares if the cupcakes were totally average.  The company was fabulous!  Thanks Imo for a great day. 

Coolest Chick Ever!

I just can't get enough of Hallie Kate!  Isn't she just the cutest thing ever?  I love this kid!

I couldn't resist.  So cute.

Our little photo shoot was a complete success.

Cute Hallie Wallie.

Girl Meets Dog

I thought it was about time that Jack and Hallie met.  Hallie was very intrigued with the dog, and absolutely could not keep her eyes off of him. 

Jack, of coarse was just as intrigued by Hallie and tried desperately to get a taste of her.  We however prevented any dog lickage.

They finally were content to just sit and stare at each other. It was a success!  Now maybe the parentals will let Hallie come and play more often. 

Chinese Torture

They claim that it is called Jacobs Ladder and that it is a great workout tool.  But, I think they are CRAZY!  I believe it is a form of Chinese torture.  Honestly, the US government would just have to stick someone on one of these and they will spill their guts.  Trust me. 

So basically, you belt yourself in and once you start climbing, the machine starts to move.  The higher you climb, the faster it moves.  I am not going to lie, it is really hard!  For punishment, they tell us that we will have to do 1000 steps.  I have never been punished that way, and honestly don't think that I could actually do the 1000 steps if I had to.  It is sooooooo hard. 

I wanted you to get the full effect of the torture device.

Jacobs torture ladder.

Snowshoe run at Soldier Hollow

My friend Christy and I did a snowshoe run at Soldier Hollow in Midway.  It was a beautiful day.  The weather was perfect and the course was really great.  We had such a great time. 

I finished in 12th place.  I had a great time and will have to plan on doing this again next year.

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Merry Christmas

My new hat and scarf that my mom made

Merry Christmas Everyone!  Christmas was so much fun this year!  It is always so nice to spend the holidays with family.  I absolutely love the tradition of having sticky buns and souffle for breakfast.  They were delicious!  After breakfast I went to Reid and Val's to see their kids.  I loved these pics of Val and Jack. I think it is funny to see the look on Jack's face as he is trying to get some caramel popcorn from her. 

Yum, that looks tasty!

Jack is licking his chops!

Eagerly waiting for a dropped taste

Reid, Chevy, and Jack having a Christmas nap.

Christmas Eve

I got an early Christmas present from Santa Claus!  He gave me some snow shoes.  So today, I went out in Eden to try them out.  I think they are fantastic! It was such a beautiful day and Jack and I had so much fun!  Thanks Santa!  Of course Jack found himself a rock to play with on the trail!

Cute Jack and his favorite toy....rocks!

Cute Hallie getting a Christmas Eve bath at Grandma's

Christmas Eve party is about to begin!

Cute kids

T.C and Melanie

Reid is supremely confident!

Hallie with her favorite Aunt Kim

Allison performing the Christmas song she wrote

Proud parents watching Alli sing

T.C and Mel with Hallie

Night out at Tuscany

Snowing outside Tuscany

My friend Christy and I get together every year and go splurge on a really nice place to eat for Christmas.  This year we chose Tuscany.  It is a fantastic little restaurant that has the best ambiance.  It was decorated so beautifully for Christmas.  I had the most delicious chicken picatta- lemon butter sauce with capers, mashed potatos and asparagus.  It was absolutely delicious!  Then for dessert, we shared a piece of banana cream pie.  I am not going to lie, I normally do not eat pie.  In fact, I hate pie.  But, the way they described the pie with a toasted coconut crust and then the banana cream filling.....I could not resist.  It was fantastic!  It was the most unique combination, but so incredibly delicious.  What a wonderful night.  It was snowing all night as well, which made for an absolutly beautiful night. 

Christy and I at our table