Janis Concert 2019

This year sports REALLY put a kink in our Janis tradition. Only Frances and I could go as Maggie had a futsal game...coached by Henry...at the same time.

IT WAS INCREDIBLE. One of my favorites. I cried at the beauty and emotion and it always makes us so happy to see our Janis. 

It was also an occasion of sorts....Frances is now taller than Janis......geez louise......

We didn't get our tree up until late Sunday as Frances had a basketball tournament.

One of the kid's favorite traditions is to put their letter ornaments up - from Janis - at their height. Henry is really getting close to the top.

Wine Country

This year we decided to switch it up and go to the Wine Country instead of the beach. The Reulands wine tasted, I got to play games with the girls, and Henry.......you guessed it......golfed.

It was so much fun -- lots of festivals and great views.

Then went to a super cool hotel in downtown McMinneville that I LOVED called the Atticus.

Such a memorable experience.

Sunny Black Friday

Black Friday was stunningly gorgeous!!!!!!!! So we spent it outside on hikes, golfing and I got do a long run on the river in this city that I love so much.

Thanksgiving 2019

We were so fortunate to have another wonderful Thanksgiving with Mark's family. Kris was in town all week, which was a special treat. The weather was incredible and we got walks in with the kids before the food was ready...and there were lots of sides! The girls ended the night with their annual performance, which this year included breathing and meditation exercises.