Tyson and Brandi

Tuesday, January 6, 2009

Snowmobiling Adventures

Our Snowmobile! Tyson's Pride and Joy!

Dad with JD

Brandi and Tyson

Tyson Dreaming he owned my Dad's sled!

Brittany and Brooke having the time of their life!?

Nic waving at the camera!

Jeremy, Melissa, and JD... Doing what they Love!

This Christmas Break definitely went way too fast! I would have to say it was probably my favorite Christmas so far! Tyson and I were able to go back to Colorado! We spent the first few days of our break with my side of the family in Breckenridge! This tradition was started by my Grandpa and Grandma Weaver twenty-two years ago and we haven't missed a year! We were able to snowmobile, walk around the shops, sleep in, eat great food, play games, and simply enjoy one another's company. I had tons of fun playing with my two nephews! They are seriously growing way too fast, but are cute as can be! I wish I lived closer to them! And of course we celebrated Christmas together (a day early!) We had our king crab and prime rib dinner followed by opening gifts with everyone! That night is always looked forward to all year! The next morning Santa found us at my parent's condo. It was a great deal of fun still having that experience with close family. I personally absolutely love Breckenridge. Many of my favorite memories are tied to that place. My family has spent Christmas week there for my entire life. And to make it even more special to me, Breckenridge is where Tyson Proposed last year! Let's just say Breckenridge will always have a special place in my heart!

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On Christmas Eve, Tyson and I went with his parents to Grandma Ruth and Grandpa Chuck's house in Denver for their big party! It was tons of fun visiting with them and getting to see some of their family traditions. We had a delicious prime rib dinner to start the night off and later the little ones dressed up and acted out the Nativity Scene while Grandpa Chuck read the story. So cute! Of course, we then exchanged gifts and in order from youngest to oldest each took a turn and opened our Christmas delights! We all had a great time spending time with one another and sharing in Christmas traditions!

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Our time in the valley never seems long enough! I miss home quite badly!! We made the trip down on Christmas day and made it just in time for Grandpa Harley and Grandma Janice's Christmas party. Once again there was tons of good food and lots of family to get to visit with! We also exchanged gifts there, but it was a little bit different. We each brought a gift and first the girls got in a circle and passed gifts left and right as a story was told, followed by the guys. Their party was also a great deal of fun!

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I was also able to visit my Grandpa Faucette while there. He has always been one of my very favorite people! Every year he gets a little weaker, but over all does great! I've been blessed to be so close to my grandparents. I only hope my future children have the same opportunity!

After going to church in my home ward and getting to see some familiar faces there, we packed up and headed to Grant and Tammy's house to spend a few days with them! I always love going to their house because we get to just relax and have a great time together without a care in the world! The little girls did their best to keep us entertained and busy and they sure were cute playing in the snow!

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Carving Pumpkins

After Tyson told me he hadn't carved a pumpkin since 2nd or 3rd grade, I decided it was a Halloween must for the two of us. We each chose our own patterns and went to work! We both had a blast! However, we are still debating who had the better pumpkin so if anyone wants to cast their vote and help us settle this feel free!

Vegas!

Vegas Here We Come! Tyson talked everyone into getting tickets the the US Open Supercross at the MGM Grand so we rented a minivan and were on our way! Besides the fact that I left my purse in an Arbys on our way, the trip was perfect! We ate till we couldn't eat anymore, rode the New York, New York rollercoaster until we couldn't ride any more, and walked till our feet wouldn't take another step! It was a busy weekend! We all had a great time!

Camping

Tyson and I went up Mapleton canyon for our first camping trip together. We decided to go very last minute so weren't very prepared. We grabbed our tent, blow-up mattress, and some food and headed for the hills! We were able to round up a few sticks and set up our tent before it got dark. It didn't take long before we realized we forgot a flashlight and our little fire soon turned to coals and we had to call it a night! All things set aside, we had a great time and love doing random things at the last minute together!

Sunday, November 2, 2008

Vacation at Gilleland's Cabin

Every summer, the Gillelands go up to the Cabin for vacation. This year was a great deal of fun! We spent most the time riding, relaxing, and visiting! And some spent time reading the final book of the Twilight series and I was jealous the entire time that I didn't have the book with me as well! Tyson wouldn't allow it! (Don't worry, I read it shortly after) The cabin is always a great place to spend time with family and escape life! We are already looking forward to going again next year!