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Thursday, December 11, 2014

Isabelle - Our New Family Member

Lance and I weren't ready for a new dog since Rookie's passing 2 years ago until just recently.  It was so hard when we lost Rookie that it took quite a bit of time to be okay with getting another one.  I am so glad we decided to adopt again though because our newest member of our family is perfect!!  The girls named her Isabelle, though we call her Belle or Bella mostly and she's between 2 and 4.  She came from a shelter in Missouri (after she was dropped off with her litter of puppies in someone's driveway) to Coco's Heart Rescue in St. Paul in October.  We saw her online and after researching the breeds decided she would be a great fit.  She's Italian greyhound/beagle mix and you can definitely see both in her.  She's got the beagle coloring and a bit of the face, but her body is all greyhound, with super long, skinny legs.  So we completed the adoption paperwork and did our meet and greet at her foster's house in Stillwater.  After meeting her we knew instantly we wanted to adopt.  After a week we set up the home visit on 12/9 and Jesse, her foster, brought her over and we finished up the paperwork and she has been with us since.  She is a huge cuddler and such a  sweetheart.  She's still getting used to the girls and Stoli, which may take time since she's not big on loud noises.  We couldn't be happier with our choice to adopt her and are so glad we did.
 




Hopefully these two become best friends.

Look at those long legs!

The girls make sure to give her space for now.


Playdate Time!

The girls had their friends Cora and Elin over for a playdate this last weekend and I snapped a couple of pics.  It's funny that they separated into two groups, Elin and Aftin spent most of their time together dressing up and Bailee and Cora spent most of their time exercising.
Aftin as Snow White

Bailee being a good mom to her baby.

Elin as Elsa

Cora working out on my elliptical.

Up North Time!

We went up north to Justins' house in Beaver Bay the weekend after Thanksgiving for a mini vacation.  It was fun being with the family and again lots of food, drinks and down time. 
Relaxation at its best!

Aftin wanted a picture of herself.

Love these pics!




A little outdoor time with the family.
 

Thanksgiving 2014

We hosted Thanksgiving again this year and it was a nice day of eating, drinking, looking at ads, watching football and hanging with family and friends.  Oh and for some of us there was a little Black Thursday shopping too. I love holidays like this.
Some of the ladies.  Gotta love Alexis's smile/face.

 
The other ladies and Brandon.  Checking out the ads after dinner.

  
Cole and Buddy - Buddy was on the tired side.

Justin and Jeremy watching football

 
Had to get Alex in the picture.
 
My family is special.






As you can see we all thought this was hilarious!

The three musketeers


Arynn and her boyfriend Mickey



 



Two peas in a pod!



Friends!



We went to a special dinner at Janet and Addison's house a few weeks back that Janet's parents put on.  Unfortunately Aftin wasn't feeling well and wasn't able to hang out with her friends.  It was a really nice time and I am so happy I was able to be a part of it.
Azlynn, Bailee and Addison






Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Birthday Party Time - Lauren

The girls went to their friend, Lauren's, 5th birthday party at Messes and Masterpieces a few weeks ago.  They loved the Teenage Mutant Ninja themed party and came home with some great art projects.
Daniel, Bailee, Lauren and Aftin




Snow Time!

The girls love playing in the snow and making snow angels.  Here's a couple pics of their recent angels.  Aftin got out of hers and left her hat on top.




Birthday Time - Grandpa Lenny

We  went to Grandpa Lenny's to celebrate his birthday right before Thanksgiving.  We had a great breakfast that included potato pancakes (Lance's favorite).  The girls had to give Grandpa his birthday spankings so that's what the first three pictures are of. 



The guys - Jason, Lenny, Blake and Lance

Tiger Party Time - The Centre

We went to another 4K event or Tiger Party as the girls call it.  This time it was at the Centre, so I only got a few pictures before we headed to the pool for the rest of the time.  Aftin liked the climbing wall but I think she liked the kyuki-do the best.






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