January 23, 2011

Best Birthday. . .EVER!

This past weekend I was able to celebrate my birthday with the entire family! It was the most perfect weekend ever. I reconnected with my favorite girls on Friday for a game night. Then Saturday we met up with my parents and brother and (soon-to-be) sil over in Dubuque, Iowa. We went to my favorite winery and just spent the entire day catching up, laughing, and eating. Can I day be any better? The weekend finished with a Packers win! This would have to be the best weekend I have had in ages. Don't you just love sitting down on a Sunday evening and reflecting back on a relaxing and fun weekend? Ah, there is not much better!

On another note, what is this game above? I use to play it all the time at my grandma's house but now cannot think of the name of the game. It has to be one of the most addicting activities ever. The best I have ever done is two pegs left. . .grr. What is the trick to only having one peg?

January 14, 2011

Happy Birthday, Jon!


To celebrate the occasion, we made our annual trek to Steak n' Shake (his favorite restaurant) and I made his favorite cake--with homemade frosting. How easy is it to make frosting? Just beat the heck out of some whipping cream, add a ton of powdered sugar, vanilla, and cocoa. He LOVES it and it sure is super simple to make!