A VALENTINES SKI TRIP

It was a week of skiing for Erik & Kristin and a good time was had by all. They are both fierce skiers and so it is one of their favorite things to do. Here's what Erik wrote.

 We called it our Valentine’s day weekend get away at mammoth mountain.  We had the good fortune on the way up as we received word of a water leak at the condo we were going to rent and they upgraded us to a 5 star condo for free.  Weather was great and the time alone with Kristin was better.  It snowed on our last day which made for some nice powder skiing (my favorite – as it feels as if you are floating down the mountain).
 

A WORD ABOUT DAVIS

Something you should know about Davis.  Not only does he carve a mean turkey . . .

BUT
We forgot to mention that his winning "stick" was for his Martial Arts and in his report he said, "I have been training for a martial arts tournament in South Korea his coming summer." Way to go Davis.

AND THE WINNER IS . . .

Our February drawing has been held.  Dad did the honors this time (I'm having a bad hairday).

Also, Ashlee is feeling better now, and has reported what she did with her prize money.  She spent her money on a 2 year subscription to the magazine Running, and a camel pak--like a back pack but for water. Thanks Ashlee for letting us know. 

TOMORROW IS THE REPORTING DAY!

At last we have a full month to see how we have done on our goals.  From what I'm hearing, the odds are going to be better this month for winning the "Grant". (Some of you found the month went too fast!!!!) Reporting will be accepted up until midnight Sunday on the 12th. We have to have a cutoff time to make it fair for everyone. Drawing will be held Monday and Dennis jr. will video it again. Fun, fun, fun.

Remember the winner is to spend the money on themself and to report to the group what you did with your winnings.  We wan't to enjoy the win vicariously if nothing else!

It would really help me out if you would report in a manner similar to this:
Grandma (or Mom)  I get 3 sticks this time.  One for losing weight.  One for doing an act of service this month.  One for reading a complete book this month.

That makes it easier for me to select the 3 sticks and the specific goals.

Good luck to all of you.  It's exciting.

Aria's softball season starts next Friday.  She'll be playing outfielder. Watch out for the power arm of hers. Good luck to her and her team

LITTLE CLAIRE GETS A SHOT!

She's all smiles now, but when she gets that shot . .