Dear Mom.

Dear Mom,

Even though I just saw you, I wish we were still together. You are my best friend and the woman I look up to the most. I pray every day that the Lord strengthen my walk continually, bless me in his entirety and keeps my family walking on the straight and narrow- just the way he has for you. I love you so much and miss you ALL the time. I cannot wait to see you and Dad in December. Hope you have a great day today. I love you!!!

The better part of October was spent hanging out with my Mom who flew up here for a 10 day visit! The morning of her arrival I woke up with butterflies- I know, I know... I'm almost 26 but it's my Mom! She's my best friend and I hadn't seen her since July (which is the longest I've ever gone without seeing my Mom) so, I was just a TAD bit excited to see her.

She looked SO cute coming off the plane in her bright pink fleece (which I'm pretty sure she bought for me and remained mine until she found out how comfy it was) :)

There were no real big activities planned out for her visit, instead we did everday stuff- cooked meals, shopped, went wagging, saw movies, had drinks, ate WAY too many sweets, had bible studies and celebrated her Birthday- which is today, so HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM! I did my best not to hog all of her attention, even though I could have.. easily.

I cried when I had to say goodbye. It doesn't matter how old or young you are- saying goodbye to your Mom sucks. plain and simple. I speak for everyone when I say, It was the BEST having you here Mom and we cannot wait for the next visit.. coming up soon!

Happy Birthday Paul!!

Paul's Birthday Celebration!!!!!

Well. Paul turned the big 2 8 on Sept. 30th and I have to say- it was a celebration for everyone! Shellea and I planned a small surprise birthday dinner/party for him consisting of a prime rib dinner, ice cream cake, great friends and lots of gifts!! The celebration continued on with a weekend spent in Anchorage- we had the most yummy dinner at Orso's followed by a night of darts and shuffle board. Paul is the best brother in the world and I love him. I am so thankful Kevin and I are here in Alaska and able to spend these fun times with him.

Cheers Paul!.. to a wonderful 28!!!

Awe...

Dr. George and Paul checking out his sweet new gifts for his 30-06.

Abbie made sure Paul got every candle..

Paisley and Rambo having fun! ha.

Rambo, not so impressed with a balloon tied to his tail.

ANCHORAGE

Love this Picture. Love you Kevy.

The Look Back. Classic.

I love these three.

That's our hotel in the background.... obviously :)

And to close off... one last photo of the BIRTHDAY GUY!!!!!