We have had a very full year indeed. I feel so grateful as I look over the pictures from this past year and marvel at how much we have managed to fit into 2015. Nicole enjoyed being part of a homeschool choir. She loves singing, art and music.
Brandon had a great time going to prom and especially enjoyed wearing a Tux! He felt a little like Gatsby.
We worked literally from sun-up till the last traces of available light painting our house on the hottest weekend of the summer. All of the kids chipped in tremendously and we could not have finished the huge job without their help! They helped us save $5000 with their combined labor, so we bought a new big-screen television to thank them for all their work.
Our home went from a faded rust to much more modern colors.
We have loved having family come visit this summer and enjoyed Crater Lake with the Cluffs. I finally made the hike down to the shore and was impressed with how fit Tyler and Susan are!
That hike was nothing compared to hiking Mt. McLoughlin a steep-sided lava cone that had a breathtaking view. Nathan and I were in charge of the 4th year hike and were happy to make it up to the top with all the girls...though it was close!
I enjoyed a quick mother/sisters weekend to attend Cami's choir with the Utah Chamber Artists. Happily, Nicole managed to make it to the lobby before she puked with the stomach flu! Poor girl had to lie on a bench for the rest of the concert.
Nathan and I enjoyed the annual ICMA trip to Seattle this year. We made the ride up to the top of the iconic Space Needle and enjoyed four bright, clear days. We especially liked the sights, sounds and smells of Pike's Market.
We sampled lots of delicious food and managed to have seafood every day of the trip.
We loved have Jeff and Jen Cherpeski and their family over for Thanksgiving Break. They joined us in some of our traditions and the kids had a great time playing together.
We found a gorgeous tree for our last Christmas with all of our kids at home.
I was especially nostalgic in being able to attend Connor's first Band Concert. It brought back a flood of memories from all my performances. I'm glad that he enjoys music!
After having almost no moisture, we finally have been blessed with huge amounts of beautiful, wet snow. Danielle and I got to build her first snow family and we made an awesome snow fort.
Danielle was fortunate to be a mouse in the Nutcracker, which was thrilling for her. We enjoyed the performance, knowing several of the dancers.
This has been a rich year full of wonderful memories and experiences. 2016 will bring many changes for our family. I liked a quote that one of my friends shared..."Change is inevitable and happy is the person who embraces it."
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