mary lou who?!

Our niece rules at gymnastics.

She placed in every single event.

She could barely hold her neck up she had so much metal on it.

Lo, you made us proud girlfriend.

Thanks for letting us embarrass you with our cheering.

christmas boats.

We went to Nana and Pa's boat...to see the Christmas boats.

But we missed the Christmas boats.

Because we got lost in conversation, warmth...and booze.

Which was just fine with us.

And we made no fewer than 12 gingerbread cookies...a piece.

Which was just fine with them.

Win/win for all ages.

he's baaaaaack.

Now lets just hope he doesn't have a few cocktails each night, fall asleep, and forget to find himself a new spot.

He has a bad reputation.

honey do list.

I was being a total jerk (I'm putting that politely for the blog) and Hadley called me out on it...and then reminded me that Santa was watching.
(She stole my line).

I said "It's just a stressful time of year pal, I've got A LOT to do, and Santa is only one man!!!."

She said, "I can help you.  Just make a list Mama.  Check off what you can do, and he will do the rest.  Here...you can borrow mine."

Ummm....

Is it weird that I want to marry your own kid?

I wish my list was that short.

I'll continue to be a cranky.

But I do like her effort.

And I also like whatever she erased.

I need an eraser.
That would make my list a lot shorter.