• Travel & Vacation: Sledding in Vermont

    Brina got some air on that ride down!

    The girls were excited to make up a trip North to Vermont this winter.  They have been waiting to go sledding all winter and with us being in South Carolina we haven’t had any good sledding weather.  The girls spent hours outside over the long weekend playing in the snow and sledding.  We found some great places to go sledding!

    Karlie kicking up some extra snow on her trip down the hill

    Brina is ready for sledding

    Karlie had some interesting stops on the sled

    Going for a sled ride, the girls are really excited!  Oh my, I  think Karlie is getting ready to throw a snow ball right at me.

    Here comes Brina!  Look Out!

    Here comes Karlie!

  • Travel & Vacation: Heading Up North

    Brina hanging out at the airport

    Our family had the opportunity to fly up to Vermont recently to visit Jake’s Mom and grandparents.  The girls were very excited to spend some time with family and to have some fun time in the snow.  They did great at the airport despite the delays.  Thankful for kids who travel really well (and who can sleep pretty much anywhere, even in a busy airport).

    Karlie and Brina watching the planes coming and going.  Our first flight was on time, we actually arrived at Washington Dulles early.

    Delays at the airport so the kids are starting to crash, at least they are getting some rest

    Karlie snoozing in the airport

    Brina crashed in the airport

    Waiting in the Burlington airport for Daddy to get the rental car

    Driving in a snow storm

    Road trip…

    The “Travel and Vacation” series is an insight into our trips together as a family and ways we relax.  Life is short and we were thrilled to have the opportunity to build memories with family and explore of of the most amazing places during our time away.  Explore with a good attitude, look for fun, and it will be an awesome trip jammed packed with positive memories.  It is refreshing having some time away from the regular routine.  Make it a once in a lifetime opportunity to meet new people and learn.  You just might see or try something new that takes your breath away!

  • Vacation & Travel: Vermont Fun & Celebrations

    Karlie, Daddy, and Brina putting together their lego creations!

    Thankful for a husband who invests time in the lives of the children.  The girls adore their Daddy!  I love all three of you so very much!

    Writing and drawing on tree bark.

    It is amazing the cool stuff you find in Vermont.  As Daddy and PopPop were splitting wood these pieces of paper fell off  of the tree and the girls thought they were the neatest “craft” paper.

    Daddy taking Brina for a short ride on the four wheeler.

    Brina all smiles after her ride on the four wheeler with Daddy.  So much fun!

    Karlie's turn on the 4-wheeler

    Karlie is pleased with herself for “helping” Daddy drive the four wheeler!

    Karlie and Brina riding with PopPop on the tractor.

    The tractor was out so the girls enjoyed riding for a few minutes with PopPop!

    Fun times in Vermont

    It’s the little stuff that make them smile.  Thankful for opportunity to spend time with Nana and PopPop.

    Celebrating Nana's Birthday!

    We were able to celebrate Nana’s birthday during our visit.  The girls helped make and decorate the cake for the party.

    Blowing out the candles!

    It was a blessing to share Nana’s birthday with her!

    PopPop and the girls!

    Brina admiring the butterfly plates while PopPop and Karlie watch Nana cut the birthday cake.

    Nana enjoying her birthday!

    Nana is a beautiful lady both inside and out. We love you Nana!  Thanks for sharing your birthday with us.

    PopPop getting into the festivities!

    Fun times with PopPop.

    Karlie target practicing with Daddy.

     Karlie did pretty well hitting the target.

    Brina had a blast practicing.

    Brina thought is was a lot of fun to sh0ot and find all the empty casings.

    Boutique of fresh and wild flowers from Vermont!

    Brina and Karlie loved picking the beautiful flowers from PopPop’s garden and along the trails.

    Enjoying some sparkler time!

    Standing on the rocks spelling out their names with sparklers!

    Brina and Karlie saying goodbyes to PopPop and Nana.

    Time to head home.  Saying goodbye and ready for the final leg of our long road trip!  We are thankful for our time with PopPop and Nana in Vermont.

    A Vacation To Remember series is a reflection on our recent trip and ways we relaxed.  Life is short and we were thrilled to have the opportunity to build memories with family and explore of of the most amazing places during our time away.  Explore with a good attitude, look for fun and it will be an awesome trip jammed packed with positive memories.  It is refreshing having some time away from the regular routine.  Make it a once in a lifetime opportunity to meet new people and learn.  You just might see or try something new that takes your breath away!