Day 27

Call me Claire...(if you are a fan of the TV sitcom Modern Family you know who I am referring to). Anyway, my family thinks I am a "Claire", especially in the 'stop sign' episode. To summarize, after two very long years of campaigning, emailing and meeting with city officials, we FINALLY got the stop sign at the corner of our street and the busy St. Hubbins TODAY. I will gladly come to a full stop and look forward to see traffic slow down along St. Hubbins Drive. Woo Hoo! A tiny victory to some, a large one for Claire! (and me)

Day 26

Game night with Ben ~ a little "speed" Trivial Pursuit with us. We played the "speed" version (ie: you land on a color and if you get the answer right, you get a triangle). Ben, the smartie pants that he is, whooped his parents! Go Ben!!

Day 25

Our sweet puppy Boomer LOVES to play! He will bring us a toy, drop it at our feet and sit there looking at us through his long bangs. He loves to play with Ben because he will run up and down the hall with him, throw toys and let Boomer chase him. I'm not sure who loves it more ~ Boomer or Ben. But one thing is definite, they bring me joy ~ and although this picture is not top quality, it captures the moment!

Around Here...

around here we've been busy with indoor soccer, IHS fundraisers and basketball season.

around here I've been spending enough time on HOA issues, phone calls and meetings that it feels like a part time job.

around here we have had a sugar fast ~ sort of. Sarah gave it up for the month of January and I have cut mine back significantly.

around here we have a new neighbor and our entire family is in love with him! We had hosted a party to introduce him to everyone! xxoo for you sweet Maxim!

around here I have started drinking La Croix sparkling waters and love them!

around here Vince is going into his Mount Juliet office more and working from home less.

around here we haven't seen my brother in awhile as he opens a new Buffalo Wild Wings in Tupelo.

around here we have been playing more games as a family since the weather is mostly crummy, wet and cold.

around here I am trying get time in my studio to paint more and create.

around here we have had several "family meetings" about our big summer trip we have dubbed Planes, Trains & Automobiles.

around here we are looking forward to spring!

Day 24

I am back from my girls trip. Fairly recovered. Tired, but refreshed. Sounds strange, huh? I have spent the good part of the day catching up on emails, HOA stuff, jewelry orders, laundry and unpacking. Nothing too exciting. I lit this candle in the kitchen while I worked. Sometimes the scent of a candle just makes doing the mundane life stuff a little more pleasant for me. This one is a Tyler Candle - High Maintenance is the scent. Funny how I gravitated to this scent when purchasing! :)

Day 23

As I spent most of my day traveling and being delayed due to problematic weather, I really should have posted a photo of an airport or plane! But it was nice to arrive at home and as I was relaxing on the couch last night in my exhausted zombie state I looked outside the window to this scene that welcomed me home. I love these Tennessee sunsets - they are stunning year round. Welcome home!

Day 22

Wrapping up a great weekend of girl time and scrapbooking. Here is my "work" station in the end. I will show the final products of the weekend when I put some finishing touches on them. Thank you Michelle for hosting even though you didn't feel well! Love you!!