Triathlon Series 2011

My newest hobby with Jonathon has been to learn how to swim and bike to compete in a small triathlon series. It was so much fun! From January-April I got stronger and faster at each part. My only goals were: 1. Not to get hurt or drown. and 2. Not to come in dead last in any race. I succeeded!

Our bikes...Mine is the one with the pink handlebars....

Newest Nephew: Noah Christopher...

My first update is that I have a new nephew. He's growing, growing, growing, but here are a couple pics from when he was born. His name is Noah Christopher and he was born on my dad's birthday-February 9. How special is that? Kristen and Chris sure do make big, beautiful babies!

Can't Believe It....

I can't believe it's been since January 1 since my last post. I need to update....I'll start soon....

Christmas Weekend Traveling...

We spent a lot of time traveling around visiting for the holidays. Here's the recap:

Christmas Eve: The DeVore's

Growing up, Christmas Eve was just for the Hooser family. We didn't go anywhere or do anything. It was just the four of us eating snacks, watching movies, and opening presents. Those days are long gone, but Kristen and I always commit to spending Christmas Eve together no matter what else is planned or who else will be there. She hosted her in-laws on Christmas Eve so Jonathon and I joined them...

Sisters

My Aunt Jessie stopped in for a while!!

This is the ONLY UK item in our house. Jonathon always fights me for my IU blanket because it's awesome. Kristen made him one in his alma mater. Ugh.....The things we do for love.

Christmas Day: The Wesely's

We spent most of the day at Jonathon's parents' house. We had a lovely dinner and spent a lot of time visiting. It was nice. We only took two pictures. I need to get better at the "Kodak" moments!

December 26th-Step-Family and "Sticeville"

We still get together with our step-family over the holidays. I love keeping in touch with them since they were such an important part of Dad's life.

Kari loves her gifts.

Connor kept walking toward me when I was trying to take his picture. He wouldn't stand still.

Callie and Mamaw Marilyn

Jill and Kristen

"Sticeville" is what we lovingly call going to Brownsville, Ky to visit the Stice family. I didn't take any pictures!! It's always fun to visit them. We spend most of our time gathered around the kitchen table catching up on life. I enjoyed staying with my cousin and her husband, Kelli and Scott. They are the best hosts! Next visit....PICTURES!!