Christmas at the cabin

Paul and I decided to spend a quiet Christmas in Sunriver, Oregon - just the two of us and the dogs. It was snowy, romantic, busy, adventurous, but most of all it was absolutely perfect!


We went ice skating...


took a dogsled ride...






went snowshoeing in the middle of nowhere...

and even relaxed in the hot tub (after Paul cleared a path through the snow).

Christmas date night!

A wonderful dinner downtown and tickets to A Christmas Story at the 5th Avenue. We are so blessed to be able to spend a romantic evening together!

Leavenworth Tree Lighting 2010

We were lucky enough to have some of our family join us in Leavenworth this year for the tree lighting! It was a beautiful, sunny day when we arrived and started snowing in the afternoon, creating the perfect ambiance for the tree lighting. I love that darling Bavarian town!

I love traditions

The Christmas season can get so busy and it's easy to lose sight of what's truly important. That's why the traditions that Paul and I have developed are so important to us, one of which is going to watch the Christmas ships. During our first Christmas season together, Paul planned a surprise date night to see the ships and it has been a very special tradition ever since.

Two down!

My goal today was to not only complete the Jingle Bell Run (without walking) but to beat my time from the Greenlake Gobble. I did it!! I beat my time by about a minute and there were A LOT of hills in this run. I am so happy that I have such a wonderful husband that supports me in every step (literally).

Note: We didn't get a picture right after the run because it was pouring rain and all I wanted to do was get home, shower, and dry off!

3 Generations

I am extremely lucky to have such amazing women in my life! My mom, Grams and I enjoyed dinner together followed by a Christmas program and dessert at Mom's church. It was such a great reminder of the true meaning of Christmas. I am blessed!