Happy New Year to Everyone

Well, another year has gone by. I can't believe how fast time is going. I am overwelmed by what to write about, it seems like I haven't blogged since last year, which I guess is true.

We all got the flu two days after the George Canyon Concert. Vayda started first, then John, and Tessa and lucky me. It was so hard being sick and trying to take care of my family. Tessa probably had it the least. She was just very sleapy, and wouldn't eat. Vayda probably had it the worst. She wouldn't stop throwing up. Poor baby. By the time it was Christmas Eve, we were feeling much better.

We had a very quiet Christmas this year. Most of John's family lives out of town. So John's parents over on Christmas Eve. They always make the best dinner (They bring dinner to our house, yeah!!!) We had a really nice afternoon and evening. They love the girls so much, the girls don't stop smiling when they are playing with them. Thank you for all the gifts Babi and Deda, Vayda loves her Barbies, and Tessa loves her Babie. I can't wait to start golfing.

When we woke up on Christmas Morning, Santa had left the most perfect presents. I still can't figure out how he does it. The girls were so happy. Tessa had no clue why, but Vayda understood everything. She was so happy to see that Santa had drank the milk and ate the Granola bar (no cookies left, sorry santa).

We hung out for the morning and in the afternoon we went over to my parents house. Kelly and the kids and my Aunt and Uncle, and my cousin Christine were there as well. We had a fantastic time. We ate lots of great food and played some games. We always play Rummoli in the evening.

On Boxing day we went out in the woods with our friends for a fun day of fresh air and toboganning. 11 Trucks, and whole bunch of snowmobiles, tobogans, kids, dogs, and a great big fire. We dropped Tessa off with my parents (Thanks so much mom and dad). Vayda had such a blast, she only stopped playing when she was hungry, thirsty or when she had to go to the bathroom (behind the big rock). I actually got to sit and visit with everyone, which if we had brought Tessa, I don't think we would have stayed as long and I would not have been able to relax. I had such a great time. Going up on Boxing Day has been a tradition for the past 7 years. We all bring lots of food and have just a great time with our friends.

My brother Andy also came home on Boxing Day. Tessa and my parents went up to the Airport to pick him up. He had been in England for a week. They had a good day together.

The next day my family (except for my Brother Edwin unfortunately he had to work throughout Christmas, we sure missed him and we can't wait until next year, when hopefully all of us will be togehter) came over for brunch and we opened our presents. The kids had such a great time. All these new toys and games. Thank you to everyone.

On the 29th Andy and I got to go for our traditional lunch at Earls. Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad. It was so nice to get together and visit without the kids. Right after we were on our way to Apex for tubing. Tessa and I just watched. They all had such a great time.

New years eve, we went over to our friends house Jen and Rob in Penticton. Another night of great company and great food. We stayed until 1:00, the kids fell asleep on the way home. The next morning we all slept in until 11:30. The rest of the day we just relaxed.

It has been such a great year for us. Our girls have brought us lots of laughs and tears. They are growing up so fast. Every day I look at them and I can't believe that they are ours. We are so blessed. I will be posting some pictures tomorrow.

Happy New Year to everyone.