Recap of December 14-21

This week was such a crazy busy week! Hubby's parents, and little brother arrived Saturday morning to watch the kiddos for us while we attended his company Christmas party on a dinner cruise. We carpooled with another couple to Portland, stopped at the Wild Haire Pub for drinks, then headed to the boat. The food, and waitstaff was great, and the company was a lot of fun. We even behaved, and was home, and in bed by 11.

A lovely 6 year old took our picture for us

Love him!

Sunday we went into Chuck E Cheese after they opened to celebrate Missy's 6th birthday with a few of her friends, and our family. Everyone had such a great time. I even think they improved on their pizza. It was one of the most relaxing parties I think we have ever hosted. Since we had it so close to opening there was not a lot of people there, and two hours later when we were done, it was finally starting to get buys. Plus I didn't have to clean up so that was great. Ha! She got a lot of great things, and now Mr. Z wants to have his party there. We are so blessed that we were able to spend it with our friends and family.

On Tuesday E and I headed to Lake Oswego for a follow up eye appointment. It was at 8:30 when they first opened so it was nice to get in and out. Since the boys have been born, and visiting the eye doctor, Aunt (Kayla) has been meeting us there to help, and then after we go and have coffee. I really look forward to visiting with her, so much that I schedule our appointments not only around my schedule, but hers too.

 Tuesday evening Missy had her Winter Dance recital. So after supper we loaded up and headed into town to watch her perform. As always, she did an awesome job. We are so proud of her and how much she has progressed. Like both her parents, she takes it very seriously, and gives it her all. In January she will be moved up to the next class. I am very excited, and happy about this. I hope that it not only challenges her, but that she continues to grow, and enjoy it.






Wednesday Grandpa and Grandma Beasly went home. It was a pretty mellow day for us. My really good friend and her three girls came that evening, and stayed until Saturday morning.

Thursday I went and volunteered in Missy's kinder class as usual. That afternoon Nana kept the kiddos for a bit so that I could hang out at home while the Heater technicican serviced our system. That evening the hubby and I went to dinner before heading to a boot sale. I had some Christmas money I was dying to use, and had my heart set on a pair. I was able to get one of the last pair in my size.Woo hoo!!

Friday Meems and her girls hung out until that evening so she was able to hang out with the boys while I went in and helped with Missy's holiday party. They did their monthly awards after carpet/calendar time. Last time she received an award her teacher let us know, however, this time we did not receive any heads up so I assumed she was not receiving one. Well was this mama shocked! She not only received 1 award, nope not even 2. My little smarty pants received 3 awards; writing sentences, perfect attendance, reading 10 books. We are SO proud of her, and her eagerness to learn.

The party was a lot of fun, and I tell you what, kinder kids are the cutest! There is never a dull moment that's for sure. I was so thankful I was able to spend the afternoon with her. 

Whew are you tired yet? Like I said, we had a pretty busy week. It was a lot of fun, and I wouldn't change a thing. This next week should not be as busy. We plan to stay home for Christmas and New Years, which I am *SUPER* excited about. I cannot wait.