Year: 2010
Happy New Year 2011
December 31, 2010

Well 2010 is coming to a close and I want to take the time to wish everyone a VERY For me 2010 was filled many great ups and down moments which has made me a stronger and in some ways a more open person. I turned 40 […]
A New Year’s Tradition – Happy New Year!
December 30, 2010
A tradition for New Years that Mark and I started last year is something that is very special to me. It is a takeoff from the Chinese for their New year (or weddings) where they give a Red Envelope or Red Packet to children and […]
Volunteering
December 29, 2010
A couple of weeks ago I was looking for a volunteer opportunity for the family and I came upon the San Diego Food Bank . I signed us up for today for the whole family to volunteer. I thought it was important to show the […]
The Spirit of Christmas
December 27, 2010

Somewhere along the way this past month I had lost the spirit of Christmas. Sure I did the necessary steps to bring it together like the decorating, the shopping, the cards, etc. but in my heart that spirit was lost in all that hustle. There […]
Puttin’ on my Tool Belt….
December 26, 2010

It is that time of year again when I strap on that tool belt and put my construction degree to good use. Christmas time is the time to build houses……Gingerbread Houses! I try to squeak out of it each year but yet again Joey kept […]
Christmas Cookies 2010
December 25, 2010

We did it! Thursday we baked Christmas cookies and I survived the flour, sugar, baking, etc. Grandpa pretty much took charge and the decorators were on hand to assist. The kids and grandma all got into it too. It was a nice way to spend the […]
Merry Christmas 2010 and Happy New Year!
December 23, 2010
This year I am particularly Thankful for my family, my friends and those who cross my path. I am one who believes that everyone who comes into your life leaves an impression on your soul and came into your life for a reason. I am […]
Rain Drops Keep Falling on my Head!
I know from being from the Midwest that when Californians complain about the weather no one wants to hear it but we have not see the sun in nearly a week! And these weird wet drops are falling from the sky constantely. When those weird […]