Snowflake Lane

I flew into Seattle on Thursday, December 23rd. We ran some errands, went to sushi for lunch (one of my favorite things to do when I get here and one of Gracie's favorites too), ran some more errands, and then met some fabulous people for dinner. Those fabulous people included the Kwocks, the Eggers, the Hogans (including Rick who had just flown in), the other Romneys, and my parents. We missed Chad (who had not flown in yet), Blake (who had to work), and the Johnsons (who stayed home for Christmas this year). We ate at the Cheesecake Factory in Downtown Bellevue and then watched the program they put on down there called Snowflake Lane. They have drummer boys, reindeer, and fairies that dance down the sidewalk. They also make it snow using bubbles. It is a magical time for all!

Miss Attitude!

I am lucky enough to be here in Seattle for Christmas. It has been a fun one with Gracie here. Here is a video of her. She tells a story over and over and over again about a lady walking on the sidewalk. This was after about 10 minutes of telling that story and "checking her email" on her new "laptop." She shows a little of her attitude at the end...so funny!

P.S. I couldn't get the video to rotate...sorry! Oh and pause the music so you can hear her...she is so cute!

My New House

As many of you know I sold my townhouse in Draper in May. I have been living with my grandparents since then. I finally found a house in Herriman to buy and moved in last weekend. I was able to just move my stuff in and I will be able to unpack when I get home from Christmas...I can't wait!

Painted It...But Not a Fan!

So I forgot one more thing I've done in the last week. I painted an NFL logo on my friend Laura's son's wall. Unfortunately, Austin really likes the Broncos. I am NOT a Broncos fan, but had fun painting the logo and am so excited that he likes it!

Easter and Birthday Celebration

Easter was combined with some birthday celebrations this year. Gracie was born on Uncle Brent's birthday and Scott has an April birthday too. I made a Spongebob cake for the celebration because he is one of Gracie's favorites. She loved it! She got some fun stuff...like the cute party dress that she's wearing in one of the pictures from Aunt Susan and Uncle Brent. She also got some fun coloring stuff from Uncle Craig...she loves to color and draw. I am grateful my extended family is as close as they are, and it's always fun to get together for celebrations like this!

Michael Buble Concert!!!

I was fortunate enough to go to the Michael Buble Crazy Love Tour concert in Seattle with my good friend, Kim. It was on April 3rd at Key Arena. I had been looking forward to this concert for a long time and it was definitely worth the wait!

The concert started out with this awesome a cappella group from New York called "Naturally 7." As with all a cappella groups, all of the sounds were made vocally. "Feel It" (originally by Phil Collins) was the song they came out singing. It was amazing how they could make their voices sound just like "real" instruments! They have an album coming out on June 15th and I will definitely be looking for it!

Then the guy we came to see came out! He sounds just as amazing live as he does on his album. This was the first Michael Buble concert I have been to, but wouldn't hesitate to go again! I love all of his songs! One cool thing about the Seattle concert was that his whole family was there. He is from Vancouver, B.C., so they all traveled to Seattle to see him there. It was fun to be there while he was also performing for his family. There was such a range of people in the audience...from young girls to crazy old ladies drooling over him and from men who chose to come to men that were dragged there by their ladies. We had a few crazies around us that kept us even more entertained (if that was possible). There was also a lame lady that stood in front of the stage the entire time. Michael referred to her as his "crazy a** fan" and I'm sure she loved that. However, I am pretty sure he was very annoyed by her. It was a great night and I am so glad I got to share that experience with such a great friend! :)

April Trip #1 to Seattle with Gracie

I am off-track right now. I love being off-track because I get to come home to Seattle. This time was even better because Kristen and Gracie got to come too! Here are some fun pictures of Gracie from this trip.

She loves getting in her doll's stroller...so cute!

Here she is riding Topper...named after Papa Richard's horse that Gracie loves!

She's also a good little mommy to her doll with Aunt Vanda's shoes on (this girl LOVES shoes!).