The Boys

Every year, most often during Christmas Break, I look forward to reuniting with some of my best friends. The crazy thing is that we've all been friends since middle school. Since 8th grade, we've been acting the same;). Usually we go up to the mountains and spend the day riding down them, but this time we decided to go visit Micah in Denver and attempt to do Denver on a budget. These are pictures of it.

Splish Splash

Bathtime with Aunt Joanna and Nana... These beautiful little girls have gone back home and we miss them already too.

Little Boy Bowling

With one last chance to spend time with my favorite nephews before they returned to snow-riden Iowa, Andy and I ventured out to Mr. Biggs to scout the boys bowling game. I'm pretty sure they bowl better than me. We had a great time and the boys did great. We already miss them. Max liked to slide into his release so he was in a comfortable position to watch the pins fall That's not bad form Daws! Quincy stayed like this for about five minutes....every time he bowled. Why? Because that's how long it took his ball to get to the pins. There's nothing like a father's help... ...especially when it brings him down

My Girls

We live across the nation...Washington, Oregon, Colorado, and Pennsylvania. None of us went to the same college, we haven't all lived in the same city since High School. But God has given us the precious gift of friendship that continues to grow in spite of distance. I am amazed by these woman. They encourage and challenge me. They have loved me unconditionally. Though it sounds cliche, I am a better person because of them. Thank you girls....I love you!

My First

I was kinda cheap this year. For Christmas, I gave Taylor my first painting.

See...Pictures...They Came!

A White Christmas

Back to 20 degrees and it's beautiful. We flew into Denver last night and found ourselves in the middle of a White Christmas. I love the snow...it causes you to make a choice...you can either get stressed and be in a funk or you can let the snow slow life down and give you a chance to inhale peace. We did our best to choose the latter. We spent evening at the Armstrong house, opening gifts and eating breakfast for dinner. When we returned to our bed at the Lorenzen House, the Landers family had safely arrived and were soundly asleep. We had a great time in Arizona and it was too short as usual. I'm sure this time here in Colorado will fly by just as fast, but you know pictures are to come! Merry Christmas All - The Spragues

Talented Husband

Taylor is hanging out with one of his close friends, and I am catching up on blogs in Starbucks. We are loving the weather and friends of Phoenix. I thought I would post some engagement pictures Taylor took. He is so amazing!

20 to 60 degrees

Headed off to make the holiday rounds. First stop Phoenix, then Yuma, then Colorado. So excited to see friends and family. And to catch up on restaurants that we have been missing. There are sure to be pictures to follow.

All my papers are turned in....we sent all the boys home for Christmas....and we are catching up on laundry.

Rain, Rams, and Remarkable Beauty

I love hunting. Ever since I was quite young, I can remember treading through canvases of dessert and being in places one doesn't go unless chasing the inhabitants of those beautiful paintings. Sunrises and sunsets, clouds and clear, I've seen landscape hard to put into pictures. All the while, I have got to spend time with God and good men...times I'll never forget. None were more memorable than this past...a perfect hunt! Here's a glimpse...

Home Safe

My husband is home from hunting! I'm so glad he is back. I know it is pathetic, but I kinda wonder around aimlessly when he is gone. Don't worry, I'm sure he will post pictures of the hunt soon. I know you can't wait:)

The Plan

Yesterday, I successfully cleaned our apartment, but did not work on my papers at all. So this morning, I am headed to Panera with my friend Sarah to do homework. The rules are that we can't small talk (which may be difficult for us). I have to bring a friend along when I go somewhere to study, because I always have to go to the bathroom and need someone to watch my stuff:) Wish us luck.