Introducing....

Nathan Picard. One of the most talented musicians we know. Nathan has been the leading force behind a couple bands over the last decade. Now, he is stepping out on his own. We are so excited! Now we believe that we will be able to see more clearly the honesty and depth behind his music. Check out his website. Disclaimer: Nathan may be our brother-in-law, but this review is unbiased.

New Kicks

It's been a few years, but I finally pulled the trigger and got a new
pair of shoes. I'm pretty sure multiple family members have given
money for new shoes for Christmas or a birthday for multiple years in
a row now, but their generosity never beget footwear. The day has come
and many thanks to those who gave :). What do you think?
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They're Engaged!

(taken with an iPhone) Nate and Amy. Nate is one of the greatest guys I know. He asked Amy to marry him over Christmas break. She said yes and we went and took pictures yesterday to celebrate it. So excited for them!

Our Current View From the Kitchen

And in case you can't tell... there is beautiful snow falling!

A More Mature Birthday

Our good friend Missy had a birthday yesterday. It was just her 30th. So we had her over for some authentic Mexican food, gave her a gift, and then headed into the Burgh with Mr. Ryan Holt.

The Gift: A popcorn maker! She was quite elated as you can see.

The whole reason for going into Pittsburgh was to go to the Melting Pot. Joanna and I had been only once before and this was Missy and Ryan's first time. She declared it a more grown up birthday celebration and that cakes will no longer due.

Ryan, always one to take it up a notch, decided to try and "roast" the marshmallow over the burner. It worked. He said it better that way.

Mmmm... a much more mature birthday ;)

A New Gold Standard...

Today was our last day for our old Gold Card. Personally, I will miss the 10% it saved us whenever we visited our "third place". Well... a new year, a new gold standard :).

My "Office" Window Today