Swim Meet

We spent the weekend sweating to death in Phoenix. Any type of breeze would have been wonderful. But that did not happen. But Victoria had a great weekend of swimming. She added two new events to her list and ended up with two regional times for those. She also added 2 state times for a total of 3 now. Hopefully at Regionals she can add more.

Snow

Well, our winter blast was more than I expected. It snowed for most of the day. Only at one point did it start to stick, but that quickly melted. It was so pretty to watch.

Winter Blast

I really love stormy weather when you can stay home and snuggle in. Thankfully that happened today. We usually get one last blast of winter. Which living in the desert isn't "normal" winter weather. The wind was just insane. Rainy, rainy and cold. But I did quickly open the front door to snap this photo. Big difference to our normally sunny, bright blue skies.

Regionals

Last weekend Victoria had her Regionals Swim Meet. She qualified for her 4 events. Freestyle, breaststroke, butterfly and 100 IM. She did amazing. She finished in the top 3 for each event. And earned 2 Silver and 2 Bronze. She just missed state times, but was given a second chance. She was able to choose 2 events for Time Trials. And she made state times for freestyle and breaststroke. We are so proud of her. So we go to State in Phoenix the second weekend of March!!!

2nd Place

Gabriel's travel baseball team, Blackout, had a tournament this weekend in Tucson. Ever since the team got moved up to AAA ball, they haven't won a game. But all that changed this weekend. They played Sat and ended up as the 4th seed. Then on Sunday they win their first two games that sent them to the championship game. The boys played their hearts out. But it just wasn't enough this time. They had a 3-2 loss. But they did come in 2nd place which is just amazing for 11 & 12 years in the AAA division!!

Newsboys

Gabriel & I had so much fun at the Newsboys concert. There is just something about sharing the experience with your child. I loved listening to their music starting in Jr. High. And now Gabriel is the same age.

We started off the night with VIP tickets. We got early entrance in and got to pick our sears. 3rd row right next to the stage!!! Then we got a special Q & A with the band, they sang a song and photos and autographs. Michael Tait is now the lead singer who was a member of DC Talk. And can I just say that even with all the years of singing behind them, what pure, amazing voices they have!!!

Then we went back to our seats. And Anthem Lights opened up. That was fun as we both like their music. And the energy those guys have is amazing. Two other groups also sang who were really good. And then finally Newsboys. What a show they put on. But even more than that I felt like it was also a church service too. There is just something about worship songs that just make you forget about everyone around you!! There wasn't one thing that I would change. And you know your kid had a blast when he says he can't wait for them to come back!! I have more pics on the camera, but here are these for now.

Cleaning........

The number one thing I wanted accomplished before Winter Break ended was the dreaded scrapbook room.

After working all day on it, it looks amazing!! The floor is clear & clean. The surfaces are clear and my desk is ready to work at!! Oh and before I buy another book I must read all the ones on my shelf!!!

After finishing that room, I moved onto the rest of the house. I got all the Christmas decor down and put away!! Then, got the floors vacuumed and washed. Oh and fixed the vacuum cleaner.

The best part, I found $114 in gift cards buried in that room!!! Shopping and dinner in my future soon!!!!

Relaxation

Hubby and I had a great night of friends and laughter!! It's nice to spend the last hours of the current year and bring in the new year with some of our closest friends!

Today has been a day of just relaxing and hanging out.