Happy New Year!

Here it is. The last day of the year, the 365th picture. I can't believe it. I can't believe I actually finished this and I can't believe 2010 is over. It really went by in a flash. Thanks for following along! I hope you enjoyed yourself.

a good day

Always includes Rosa's. A great break on a long drive.

we have a winner!

Cutest picture of the year award. Squeaking in at the last minute is sweet Abby. Pretty stinkin' cute right??

chalkboard worthy

Grandma's house never disappoints in the dessert department. This year is no different. Yum!

mamacita's

Tonight called for a little Mexican food, and it was awesome.

a very rockabilly Christmas

We went over to the next town today to see a Christmas show. The musicians were great and we all had a good time.

Merry Christmas!

I walked into my grandparents' living room to find this tonight. A perfect end to Christmas Day.

present time

The whole family got together tonight for a big meal and opening presents. A great time and lots of laughs as usual. It is SO good to be back home for Christmas.

over the river and through the woods

I love this little town and all their Christmas cheer!

secret recipe

Dad and I busted out the secret family recipe and made these today. It was a success!

soup and salad

I met up with a friend for dinner tonight. The food and conversation were both lovely.

moongazing

I stayed up late and caught some of the eclipse. It was a beautiful, chilly night.

yummy

Mom and I made some pretty rockin' Christmas treats today. I love the holidays!

beauty

Check out that sunset...just amazing.

round 2

I spent some time at a friend's house tonight. Just Dance made an appearance again. Always a good time!

packages, boxes, or bags

I finished my gift wrapping today. Just 9 days till Christmas!

stealth mode

My goodness, this show cracks me up. I am loving all of the Christmas episodes these days.

a night out

I had a wonderful time tonight with some great friends. We went out for dinner, dessert and Christmas lights. Lots of laughs and memories.

yes, friends

It's electric blanket time. A chilly morning was soon remedied by this. I am so thankful for warmth during these cold days.

Toys for Tots!

The day finally came! And it was wonderful. It was so great to be a part of this again this year.

Christmas party

I went to a Christmas party tonight and came home with these lovely items. It was a fun evening of food, games, and Just Dance :)

happy birthday, dad!

We celebrated Dad's birthday tonight with dinner, a movie, and pecan pie. Yum!

isn't she cute??

I took Josie for walk today for the first time in years. I think we both enjoyed ourselves.

toys, toys, toys for tots

Santa's workshop? Pretty much. We spent the day buying more toys for this weekend. It's going to be a great day. I can't wait!

sue the grinch

Genius. I love it.

Santa's view

I just can't get enough of Christmas decorations. I love how the house looks this time of year.

welcome Christmas

Today, we decorated the house and watched the Grinch--a family tradition for years. It is so good to be home.

home again, home again

I do love an Oklahoma sunset. I had a lovely drive home this afternoon. Great weekend!

livin' the dream

Oh my dear goodness, I love this family. I am having a great time catching up, laughing, and seeing friends.

road trip

This was my view for most of the morning. On my way to see some dear friends!

yes, that is a U-Haul full of toys

Yes, it was a great day. We bought over 900 toys in less than two hours. That's got to be some kind of record.

treat every day like Christmas

This is how I spent my morning. Shopping for toys to give to kids who otherwise may not get a gift this year. So fun!

freedom!

We picked Josie up from the vet tonight on the way into town. She got to ride in the front seat and loved it. Ah, the simple things. :)

show and tell

Today I got to talk about my other home. It was a good morning.

it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

I helped my Nana put her tree up today. So fun...I love Christmas!

Mac twins

I got to meet my cousin's little boys for the first time this week. They are so much fun!

preparations

Turkey is being carved, rolls and casserole getting ready to go in the oven. It's going to be a good Thanksgiving!

it's a wonderful day

...when it's cookie baking day. Yum!

on the road again

You know you're in West Texas when...you see cotton fields and wind turbines. This whole community runs on wind power. Amazing.

all packed up

Ready to celebrate Thanksgiving with my Nana!

best parts of my day

Enjoying lunch with friends and watching Elf tonight. Good Sunday!

mini reunion

Sara visited this weekend from Florida and Allison drove in from OKC. Lots of laughs...lots of fun. It was so great being with friends from overseas.

craziness!

I went to a women's event tonight at my church. It was a fun evening getting Christmas tips and hanging out with my mom and some friends. There were over 1200 ladies there...crazy.

dance!

I watched this movie tonight with my roommate who came in town. Dancing and drama...what more could you want?

the game of life

I babysat some pretty awesome kids for the first time since being home tonight. We had a fun time watching movies and figuring out Life.

finally!

I got to spend some time with this sweet guy and his momma tonight. Such dear friends...it was a fun evening.

the view

I am loving the view from my back porch these days. So beautiful!

church time

I love being part of a church this is so involved in the community. It has been great being back.

hey bison...

...go with Ka-Rip! I went to my university today for our 5 year homecoming. It was a fun day catching up with friends. 5 years...I can't believe it!

raindrops keep falling on my head

I enjoyed an afternoon at home listening to the rain. It is so peaceful and refreshing.