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Victor was resting up for the big night.

 

Marc hamming it up for the camera.

 

Marc anc Victor

 

Marc opening his first gift.

Fun with the dogs

 

 

Maddie surfing the web.

 

Brrr it is cold.

Merry Christmas!

Gilbert and I are back from the good old NC. We got back on Wednesday. Sorry it has taken me so long to post but my camera is practically broken, so I had to wait for my sister to send me some of the pictures. She is mailing the rest of the pictures so you will have to wait for the rest until I get them.

We had a wonderful and busy time. We went up to NC for Hannah's graduation. The ceremony was very nice and Hannah actually graduated. We are so proud of you lil sis! she was one of the few that graduated with honors. She attended Meredith College which I went to my first two years of college. Meredith is an all girls school, well was. Now they allow men in the graduate program. Hannah used to tell me I will never go to that school, there are no boys there. Little did she know, that she would end up there.

We went bowling that evening and had a fantastic time. Gilbert had never been bowling before. He did very well for his first time. I have to gloat for a minute because I won both games. I know my husband and brother loved loosing to me.

On Sunday we went to Wilson with my Dad. He is retiring this year from teaching and will be moving back to his home town. We had a nice time riding around and getting to see where my Dad lived as a child.

Before we knew it, it was time to load the car up and drive back to Miami. I thought we would never make it, the ride felt sooooo long this time.

I am off of work now until January 2nd! I am going to catch up some movies, reading, and cleaning.

We wish everyone a safe and Merry Christmas. May this season be full of love, laughter, and joy.

 

Mom, Hannah, Gilbert, and myself at Homewood Nursery. My mom works here and it is always a great place to take Christmas photos.

 

Gilbert and I at the bowling ally.

 

Mom, Hannah, Gilbert, and I at Cheesecake Factory for Mom's B-day

North Carolina, Ready or Not Here We Come

We have packed the car and are ready to leave for the good old NC. Never did I think I would be saying how much I miss North Carolina. Since I have moved, I have come to appreciate NC and miss it dearly. My little sister is graduating from Meredith College this weekend, and I wouldn't miss this for anything. I am also getting a well needed break from work. Gilbert and I are looking forward to spending time with family and friends. I will write about the trip when we are back and will be sure to include pictures.

Play Time

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This is how our mornings and evening are normally. The dogs love to play rough like this all the time. Sorry it is kinda dark.

Christmas is here!

 

It was very hard to get everyone to pay attention. Here is the best picture we took.

 

 

Christmas time

 

Maddy is hiding from the Christmas tree. She was scared of it when we first brought it in the house. Now she has no problem getting near the tree even though she not suppossed to.

 

I love my Santa in the canoe and just had to share it with everyone.

 

Please note the Dolphins Nutcracker.

 

 

Happy Thanksgiving!

 

 

 

We hope that everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. This year I fixed the turkey alone for the first time. It turned out to be delicious. We had a great day relaxing and watching football. Our team won, Go Dolphins! Then we went to have dinner with Gilbert's family. We had a wonderful time.

More Pics of Maddy

 

 

 

Random and Maddy spent the weekend running all over the house playing. They have become great friends and are wearing Gilbert and I out.

Left Behind

Those that know me very well, know that I love Christmas time and love to decorate. I always put my decorations up the weekend after Thanksgiving and have been told this is a bit early. However, this year as I drive around I see that a lot (and I am not exaggerating) of people have already decorated. Christmas lights on their house, trees up, the whole she-bang! Last night I saw that my neighbor had her tree up and get this: she had already wrapped gifts and put them under the tree. So I am asking myself, what is going on? It seems that everyone is skipping Thanksgiving this year. I feel the pressure to decorate for Christmas now. Last night I had to fight the urge to buy a Christmas tree on the way home from work. I have been left behind. So to all of those that make fun of me for decorating early, this year I am behind schedule.

Christmas Came Early This Year!

Christmas came early this year for me. Gilbert and I have been talking about getting another dog for a long time now. I know that you are thinking, are you nuts? you already have a dog. Well, you know it runs in the family. When I met Gilbert, he talked about getting a bulldog. Since then I fell in love with the breed. We were able to find a great deal and Gilbert bought me one for Christmas. Here are pictures of the new addition to our family, Maddy!

 

 

 

 

 

Random already gets along great with Maddy, and I can tell he is glad to have a playmate. They have been running all over the house together playing. They are so cute. Maddy has a great personality. She loves to play and chew. I have to watch her like a hawk, because I don't want her to chew my furniture. It was hard to get a good picture of her since she has not laid down yet. It looks like it will be a long nite.

Happy Birthday Victor

Victor turned two on November 5th. So Gilbert and I went over to celebrate his birthday. Here are some pictures.

 

Look at that serious face.

 

Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday Dear Victor

 

Umm, that cake tastes so good.

 

 
Gilbert and Marc

More Pics from Victor;s B-day

 

Well at least Victor was paying attention.

 

Vicky, Victor, and Marc

 

Victor on his new big wheel.

 

 
Those are nice pants Victor.

Dwayne Wade receiving his ring.

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Can you feel the Heat?

Gilbert and I went to see the Miami Heat receive their rings on Halloween. This was a very special event as it was the first title for this 18 year old franchise. All the players were excited to receive their 8 carat diamond rings. Clearly their heads were not in the game but focused on the rings they had just received. We are privileged to have witnessed this historical moment. They Heat put on a magnificent display for the ring ceremony. As soon as I figure out how to upload a video, I will show parts of the ceremony. We had a great time even though our team played like garbage.

Miami Heat vs. Chicago Bulls

Gilbert and I at the Heat game!
Dwayne Wade taking a free throw.
Gilbert chillin at the game.

This is the "Golden Oldies" dancers for the Heat. They are hysterical.

Let's Go Heat!

Jumbo Tron at the American Airlines Arena

This is the Heat lined up for the National Anthem.

I love this picture of Dwayne Wade.

The Heat in action.