Happy Birthday, Drew-Drew!

Pure sugar and spice!

Our firecracker turns 6 today,

and I simply can't believe it.

Drew has the biggest heart and a FIERCE love for her family.

She is a true friend and kind down to her core.

I can't think of anyone better suited to being in the middle - 

she is the perfect cream in our cookie sandwich.

We love you something big, Drew Kathleen!

Happy 6th birthday and here's to many, many, MANY more!

Best Of: 2018

I can't believe 2018 is OVER. Overall, we had a really great year. We transitioned schools for the big kids, Brent started a new job, I changed roles at work, and we all rocked it. It wasn't a perfect year {hello flu for 4 of us and strep 4 times for Drew!}, but considering 2017 had death, more illness {physical and mental}, I'll say 2018 was a winner. It also represents 10 years of blogging for me. I started in 2008 newly pregnant with Trent - WOW!

I also did another 'faves' post a few weeks ago that has some other favorites of 2018.

Best Book

Guys, I had SUCH a hard time picking a favorite this year.

I could easily have a 10-way tie. But I made myself pick a winner...

When you're an amazing book AND movie...it's kind of a no-brainer.

Runners up:

The Secret Life of Violent Grant by Beatriz Williams

The Readers of Broken Wheel Recommend by Katrina Bivald

Educated by Tara Westover

Nine Women, One Dress by Jane L. Rosen

Goodnight From London by Jennifer Robson

Worst Book

This book was so weird and annoying. The only good thing was it was short!

Best Movie

I remember seeing a preview for this and thinking it looked dumb.

My sister told me I'd love it, and she was right!

I also showed it to the big kids and they loved it too - and we LOVE the music.

Worst Movie

Allison and I expected this to be awful, and it wasn't, which was a huge surprise.

That still doesn't mean I loved it and would be happy to never see it again.

Best TV Show

I really love having a show to watch with Brent!

Best Trip

Our trip to Lost Pines with Nana!

Best Album

Golden Hour - Kacey Musgraves

This girl can seriously do no wrong - her music is magic.

Best Experience

The new school for the big 2!

While I LOVE where Paige is {and the big kids were there for 4 years},

it wasn't feasible to pay tuition for 3 kids.

I knew our current school would be a good option,

but I didn't know how good!

Trent and Drew are having fabulous years,

and I am genuinely excited to be a part of this school!

Worst Experience

Definitely lancing that pesky chalazion!

Favorite Family Picture

I'm so looking forward to what's in store in 2019!!