Sunday Social 1/6/13

Is anyone else still worn out from all that celebrating we did a couple weeks ago?  I'm still trying to get back in the swing of things!  My house still looks like it's been hit by the Toy Tornado, but at least the tree is gone.    
Here are this week's questions!
1. Do you plan to change any of your eating habits in the new year?
Yes!  Especially since the last couple of months have been filled with nothing but holiday treats...I always eat salads and we grill vegetables and fish or chicken at home.  There's always room for improvement, so I want to stop eating out and add some change to my wallet as well as my eating habits!  

2. Any work out tips to get us back in shape after the Holidays?
Portion control is the most important part of eating at all of those work parties or family meals, so I think that if you don't go crazy, and stay active, you will be okay!  I love walking and taking the kids out when the weather is nice, so our jogging stroller is awesome, but there is so much you can do in your home!  I think as long as you get off the couch and drink lots of water, you will start seeing positive changes.  

3. Favorite thing you did of the Holidays? 
Every night we could, we took Chandler and Jake out to look at Christmas lights.  They loved getting to see the pretty displays and the occasional Christmas cookie that we let them enjoy while we were out.  I really enjoyed getting to spend some much needed time with all of our family.  The Hanging of the Greens at my aunt's church is always a fun night to start off the Christmas season.  It's also a great spot to possibly get a picture for our Christmas cards :)  

Here's the 2 seconds they both decided to look at me.

Our favorite trees this season!

Skip got a major surprise at his Christmas party for the Fire Department this year.  He had no idea that he was going to be named Firefighter of the Year and from the picture below, you can see how excited he was! I'm so proud of him!

Sorry it's a little blurry, I had no idea they were doing this and didn't bring my camera!  These are pictures that someone sent to us.

Here is Chandler and Jake's official Santa photo for 2012!  We've always gone to the Santa at Phipps, so I'm just a little partial to him, but I do think he is by far the prettiest Santa in all of the land!

We had lots of fun hanging out with friends this year!  Chandler and her friend Hadleigh are 4 days apart and they love each other so much!

My little elves were so patient on Christmas Eve.  We were sad that Skip was on shift, but Santa stopped by and we were so glad that he got to spend Christmas Day with everyone!

The craziness that arrived!  Any tips on toy organization would be greatly appreciated!

Skip surprised me with an awesome gift that he picked out all by himself!  I must brag a little and show these beauties off!  I'm officially obsessed!

4.  What is something you hope that you accomplish in 2013 that you did not in 2012?
I would love to regularly participate in 5K's...I think that I need to find someone who is really interested and can hold me accountable for doing the work.  It's always easier when you have a friend to participate with you!  
5.  Name 3 things happening this year you are excited about and why:
Jake turns 1 on February 9th, and I'm already in party planning mode.  I love getting everything organized and made and then seeing how great everything comes together!  
Skip will be turning 30 on May 20th.  I can't wait to see how we celebrate!  
I'm already looking forward to our annual beach vacation in August!  
I hope that everyone had a happy Holiday season and got to spend a lot of time with those you love!   I'm glad to be back!  Sorry for such a long but needed break!

Here are the questions for next week:
1.  What is the name of your blog?  How long have you been blogging? 2.  Why do you blog? 3. What is the first blog you ever followed? 4.  What is your favorite post you wrote in 2012? 5.  What are your blogging goals for 2013? 6. Top 3 favorite blogs to follow?
Have a great week everyone!

Sunday Social 12/2/12

This week's questions are all about our favorite parts of the Holiday Season!
1.  What is your favorite Holiday Season Tradition?
I love getting together with our family!  We always go to the Hanging of the Green that takes place the first Sunday in December and has a precious Christmas Program filled with adorable children dressed as lambs, cows, shepherds, wise men, angels and of course Mary, Joseph and Baby Jesus.  It always promises cute moments, whether the little lambs wander away or they sing at the top of their lungs, it is a great way to remember the excitement of children learning about our Savior's birth!
Here's a picture from last year's service.  

2.  Do you have a certain Holiday Movie you watch more than others?  If so, what is it?
We always watch National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation any time it's on television.  I own the DVD, but it's not the same.  The best part is Cousin Eddie and his Dickie drinking eggnog out of the moose mugs!  

3.  Show us your favorite decoration or Pinterest decoration you wish you could have.  

I decided that this year, I wanted to make a garland.  I had so much fun picking out all of my embellishments at Hobby Lobby...even with 50% off all the Holiday items, I did some damage!  It was so much fun to do, and I loved how it turned out!  

Here's how our tree turned out this year!  As you can see, Chandler was very excited with the results!

4.  What is your favorite Holiday song?

This is a hard one!  I love Eartha Kitt's version of 'Santa Baby' and anything by the Rat Pack is wonderful!

5.  What is your favorite Holiday dessert?

I love to bake and I've almost mastered the Chipped Walnut and Chocolate Chip Cheesecake...I've made them the last few holidays and have so much fun baking them while watching Christmas movies!  

6.  What's on your wishlist this year?

I can dream, right?  I am obsessed with these Deborah Studded tall boots from Frye!  Ahhh, they are amazing!

xoxo,

Lyndsey

Next Weeks Questions:

1. Favorite Holiday Movies/TV Specials?

2. Do you do any volunteering during the holidays if so what? If not what would you do?

3. Favorite toy received as a Child for the Holidays?

4. What was your must have item in high school for the Holidays?

5. Item you begged for the most and never got?

6. What do you do on Christmas Eve? If you are Jewish what does your family do for Hanukkah?