Jack

Be jealous. Yes, you should be extremely jealous. I have wanted a dog for years now. I grew up with labs and couldn't wait to have my own. However, due to my small little house, a lab wasn't really an option. I have never thought of a small dog. Not until I met Max--an awesome yorkie my parents know. This dog changed my mind about small dogs. After searching for a while and going through different breeders etc, I came across an add on KSL. A lady up in Ogden was selling this cute little puppy. I instantly fell love but had to wait weeks before I could bring him home. March 30, 2013 I drove up to Salt Lake City and met her. This little black fuss ball was in her arms shaking to death. My heart instantly melted and he immediately won me over. 

Carrie was a little hesitant when he first arrived. Trust me that has changed. 

Kevin immediately fell in love. This guy is such a pushover. 

Jack has been a bit of a challenge with potty training but I have hopes he will catch on quickly. Other than that people are surprised when i bring him around. "HE IS SO TINY" Jack weighs 1lb 5oz. He is so tiny that he has to bounce like a bunny in order to really get somewhere.  He loves my lap and has even gone so far as to growl at Carrie when she tries to sit on it. He is a curious and "ferious" little guy and will attack if I ask him to. I love that he follows me around the house and will cuddle on my lap at night. While his 0500 whimpers are not my favorite and I would LOVE him to stop pooping in my house-though bathtime is my payback. I think I will keep this little guy. 

Carrie Turns 1!

To be honest I think I was more excited than Carrie was for her birthday.  She is one and probably wont remember it anyway but I had her presents wrapped up for weeks before. I took work off and just played with her all day.  I think the only difference she noticed is that she got away with more than she usually does. 

I don't know what I would do without this crazy girl's giggles in the morning. I come downstairs she grunts and whimpers until I pick her up.  Every morning she "helps" me fix and eat my breakfast. She loves to pull out my credit cards and find my pens. She giggles and laughs as I chase her. She has discovered how to scowl. Is it horrible that all I can do it laugh? Carrie has a little defiant streak in her and I love it. Poor Heather.  I love watching Carrie learn, discover, explore, and enjoy her crazy little world. Happy Birthday Babes! Now lets eat cake!

Kiddos

Have I mentioned I have the cutest nieces and nephews? I do. I really do. I already miss seeing those kiddos everyday and watching them discover the world. Weston is still so sweet and Catherine everything a girly. 

Dixie RRR

Racing Season Has officially begun for me this year. The first was the Dixie Red Rock Relay with the Woodwards. I loved the Zion relay in September and couldn't wait to do it with these girls. The Woodwards have been my neighbors for over 20 years and they continually make me laugh. Lets just say I may look up to them a bit. The race started bright and early for us at 0700 but that was only the beginning. The celebration began the night before as we sang Happy Birthday to Reanne. Hence the name of our team Party Like Your 55! Mckell went all out and decorated the truck in full party form. The decorations came in handy along the way a few times inspiring me to run just a bit farther.

We started out by getting our Tattoos in place. There was a lot of loved shared in those moments when faces were licked and spit was used. Lets just say we bonded. Reanne was the first to run and she took off! Did I mention that St. George is not so warm! The weekend of the race we had snow, wind, and cold temperatures. Sunny St. George my foot. However, it did prevent us from overheating. Which, compared to last year's adventure was amazing. Camille, Reanne, Mckell, Dawan, Tiff, and I had a blast riding in the car! Though the course did have a couple EVIL hills. My favorite was running 7.49miles in the snow. Who would have thought I know!

We even had a few additional friends join us on the run. These poor dogs join Reanne and ran for 20miles before we convinced one to hope in the truck. I'm pretty sure Mckell was as blue as her jacket by the end. The wind had picked up. The poor dog became the Mascot and drooled all over the place for us!

Reanne had a lot of people sing and say happy birthday to her along the way! My family was even in St. George to watch Kristi play tennis that weekend! We had a lot of support and a crazy schedule. I am pretty sure my legs were jello and stairs became the devil after the race but I loved it! Great food, no sleep, lots of support and random conversations. What else do you expect when you stick 6 girls together for so long?

I can't wait to do this again next! This women are amazing and inspire me to run better!