Tuesday before the Superbowl

The Tuesday before the Superbowl has never been the same since 2005. That was the day a love story began.....

It was a day I was really looking forward to because it was Media Day. I was able to go even though I wasn't assigned a specific story to work on. Everyone wants to go because it has turned into such a spectacle over the years.
The only Eagle I talked to was Derrick Burgess because he went to Ole Miss. When the Patriots came out, I tried to get close to to Tom Brady's podium and the view was well worth it. I also got to see Mike and Mike from ESPN eat lunch which was a big deal at the time because I was obsessed with their show.

There was also a media party that evening at TPC Sawgrass. None of my co-workers seemed to be too excited about it but I had made my friends take a pact that we were going out EVERY night during Superbowl week no matter what!! When I got there, a couple co-workers were there so I chatted with them for a little bit. There was a HUGE food spread and a giant cake but most important..... A CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN!! I called Maria and Allison immediately and told them they had to get out to Sawgrass right away. So while I waited for them I feasted from the FOUNTAIN and watched NFL mascots dance to Hootie and the Blowfish. (The REAL Hootie, not just a DJ.) So they came and feasted at the fountain too and then it was time to go.

Okay, okay enough background, onto the love story.....

We were standing outside of the tent overlooking the famous 17th Island green talking to several different people and I remember one of them was a PR guy from the 49ers so naturally as a 49er fan I was extra chatty and flirty. Then a guy came up to me and said, "I just wanted to tell you that you have a beautiful smile" but then he walked away.....

January Hike

The weather was way too nice yesterday to stay home and clean out the garage (yuck!) so we headed out on an adventure to Henry Coe State Park. We went in a new (to us) entrance with a fun drive from 152 instead of through Morgan Hill.

There were a lot of fun creeks to cross!

Eden wanted to ride in the pack on the way back so Anna had her first hike as a walker!!

As long as the rain stays away, we'll be back for more. We love it when everything is so green, green, green!!

December updates

Wow, I can't believe I didn't make a single post last month. Here are some random updates in a total random order....

• In the 31 days of December, we viewed and heard "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" about a thousand times. I recorded the cartoon version that played after Thanksgiving and Eden asked to watch it practically every night. I got the audiobook and Eden played it on her Ipod over and over and over. There is a house (mansion?) in Los Gatos, that has a huge Grinch display on their roof and in their yard that we drove by several nights. I wish I could say we are in Grinch detox for January but Eden listened to it twice last night and we've already watched it once today.
• I got my present early, the Iphone 4! It is so nifty. Now, Eden is able to listen to her stories on my old phone while we drive. Some of my other present highlights were an Ole Miss purse (Thanks Nana!) and a date with Steve where we enjoyed yummy Thai food and "The Fighter" (Thanks to my parents for keeping the girls!) Some discussion after "The Fighter" which we enjoyed: 

Me: I liked how Amy Adams wasn't so super skinny.

Steve: Yes, she looked real.

Steve: Wait, Dickie was the same guy that played Batman and had the tirade on the DP.

Me: Yes, all the same guy.

Steve: He is quite the actor. Like the next Robert De Niro.

• We had a great time at the Los Gatos Christmas parade. Eden marched with her preschool early on which was good because it gave us time to watch the rest of the parade. Eden is doing a great job at school. When I pull a craft out of her folder and ask her what it is she always responds, "I made it!" 
• Anna had her fifteen month check-up and I was shocked that she hadn't gained any weight since her twelve month check (20 lbs). She eats a lot and is on the go, go, go! The doctor wasn't worried at this age.
• We didn't know what Steve's work schedule was going to be for December and I was a little worried but there was no need. He worked two full weeks plus more days and four NFL games as well. After we got our Christmas tree, he surprised me with a World Series ornament which was so special since he usually complains about having too many baseball ornaments on our tree. Eden and I decorated the tree together. It was so much fun how she got excited about each ornament when she would hand them to me. For so many years, I was the only one that enjoyed them so it was so special to me that she enjoys them too.
• Christmas day was so much fun at Aunt Eileen's house. The drive to El Dorado Hills was filled with fun (except for the rain). The girls had a great time playing especially with Maggie the yellow lab. We missed Denver family a lot and tried to Skype.
• Eden loved eating, "candy cane canes", loved the Christmas lights at my parents house, Anna loved playing with Eden's toys. So far they share very well. A few items Eden lets out a "Babeeeeee, that's MINE!" but for the most part they are able to share. We hope to start a little band with a piano and drum as Christmas presents. Eden sings along with each note on her piano and marches with drum, singing "2,4,6,8!"

Getting psyched for turkey

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We are hosting my parents (and anyone else who would like to join us!) for Thanksgiving. I'm going to make the cranberry turkey again. I've made it two previous times and it is so good. Thanks Martha!

Giants Parade

We were so lucky to go to the Giants World Series Parade today in San Francisco. We got there later than we wanted so our spot was about four rows behind the barricade so it was kind of hard to see a lot. But I got a good luck at Buster Posey and Aubrey Huff. Before it started, I told Steve that Aubrey was going to look right at me. (He is my favorite!)  His cable car stopped right in front of us and he was on our side of the street taking his rally thong off around his neck! It was so fun! The battery on our camera was dead so here are a few phone pics.

We got there around 10 a.m. and it didn't really start till closer till 11:30 so the girls had to wait a long time and Anna was starting to lose it towards the end but they made it through! True fans!! It was so fun to be around so many fans. It was like a holiday. I mean who seriously went to work or school today, ha!

I love The New Evangelization

This is such a great idea! How cool would it be if it was here in the States too! I hope to visit it one day...

Faith of a child

Luke 18:17
Assuredly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter it.

I was reminded of this verse last night at Mass. When we went up to receive communion, Fr. Rick gave Eden a blessing and she hopped with excitement and clapped her hands. Fr. Rick was cracking up. It was pretty darn cute. We really needed some comic relief because I think once again we are the only people that EVER bring their kids to Mass. We had to take Anna out three times and Eden had a little accident in the potty. After Mass, we were able to go the Country Fair and have a margarita while Eden decorated a pumpkin. Good times!