A Cabin in the Woods...

After a long few weeks and to celebrate our 16th Anniversary we decided to get away for a weekend to the Dells. We stayed in a vacation cabin in the woods which was PERFECT for us. It was a quiet home away from home.

We spent every night playing games. It was great to have no TV on, no phones or any worldly distractions. The kids found a new game they love...Pictionary! We had a blast and played it every night. What would family game night be without Settlers? This is a version called Zarahemela we borrowed from our friends, and this is Carl plotting his strategy.

The kids switched off staying in the loft. It was a great getaway for them to read and have some quiet time.

This was our first getaway with our dog Cora. While she was unsure of what was going on, she had a great time and even relaxed after the first night.
We LOVED the natural fireplace. We have a gas one at home, so we had one going almost the whole time we were there. I love the smell and crackle of a good fire. It made the days warm and the nights cozy! This is Kaitlyn, Cora and I.
Carl and Scott

We built many fond memories and will defiantly do it again. Thanks Carl for the wonderful time, and for taking the kids to the Kalahari for a day so I could have quiet time of my own!
Bye! Until next time...

"We are all at our best at a cabin in the woods"

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

The Holidays this year were very nice. We had Thanksgiving at Carl's sisters new home. We had a house full which made for a wonderful afternoon! On Christmas Eve we went to visit my Grandma Deglman. It was a nice visit.

My Mom was there with us. She sure is on her toes!

Christmas morning 2009. It was a great day. Mom, Grandma Sullivan, Uncle Rick and Aunt Joanie came over for dinner. Really they did, I just did not take a picture, darn!!
For New Years we always go to Carl's parents to celebrate Christmas. We actually took pictures this year! These are the cousins: Aaron, Kaitlyn, Kyle and Scott. They sure are growing up!

Carl's parents AKA Steve and Mary. Love you guys! Oh yea, and their dog Happy, too!

Our family on New Years Eve. Our first family photo during the Holidays not in front of my Dad's fireplace in a long time.
What would our celebration be without Fondue! We had the spread out to graze on for 2 days! Ugg, we were full! Cora chillin...
A new one this year, Settlers! Carl introduced it to his family. They actually liked it. Hopefully we can play with them again soon. It is our family's favorite game.
It was another wonderful Christmas with the Meyers'. We ate well, exchanged gifts and laughed in the New Year.
Outside it was cold but we even got a look at the Blue Moon New Years Eve. It did not photograph well, but it is a rare event and looked great out the picture window.

Happy Holidays and here is to a wonderful 2010!