The holiday plans went off mostly fine after all. I saw everyone but 2 of my nieces and I even got to sled with Ethan, which was hilarious and short-lived. Some gifts include: HP Boxed Set, matching necklace and earrings, pajamas, Drawing for Dummies, The 3 A.M. Epiphany, and a lap desk.

New Year's was low-key and sleepy fun. I think if I'd been ( Read more... )

I had an excellent break. On Saturday Jordan, Mandy, Chris, and I went to Huntley for a few days before driving to Mount Vernon, Ohio to visit the Kate. Before we got to Huntley we stopped to visit Mandy's aunt and also met her grandmother. She kept mentioning that Roxy is a burlesque name and just knew it wasn't my real name.

( The Huntley Experience or How to Get Your Laundry Done Free )

Have you missed me ( Read more... )

Set in Decorah over the 4th of July weekend, I found the chain of events to be very satisfying. There was rest and relaxation as well as adventure. Movies were watched, ice cream was eaten. There was War of the Worlds, Ronnie's Rolls, the most excellent cinnamon and sugar twist ever, a delicious breakfast, decorating discussions, Skip-bo, Uno, ( Read more... )

Okay, so my weekend was good times. I got to see my brothers and my half-sister and my newest nephew and one of my neices. I also got to spend time with Jordan and some of his family, which was really great. They just make me feel so welcome. Anyhow, I don't feel like talking about that anymore, so if you really care about the details, ask me ( Read more... )