I love looking out our balcony windows and seeing the ocean on a clear morning. The ocean is a couple miles away, but it still is nice to see. I'm still amazed that I live in Southern California. I never thought I would live here, and we have been here for almost 7 years!

So our trip home was great (but not long enough). We were lucky and picked good days to travel. Christmas was like it is supposed to be...WHITE! The snow was awesome and Alden got to enjoy it skiing twice and snowmobiling. It was so nice to be with family for Christmas. Even if we did get sick with the kids germs!

Alden has officially started his new job. Here's hoping it goes well.

Rollie's baby came home from the hospital on December 30th and I hear she is doing well and gaining weight. I can't wait to see her!

It was wonderful to see Chrissy doing so well and adapting to her new life. It has been rough for her going through a divorce. The kids are taking things hard as well. But she has a beautiful new place to live and is working hard. She is a trooper. Divorce is never easy, especially when your family is against you.