San Diego 2016

We used the Cougars vs. Gophers in the Holiday Bowl as an excuse to escape to San Diego with the Feltons.  The game itself was a bust, but the zoo, Midway, LEGOLAND, pre-game show, dinner with cousin Paul, and the sunshine were amazing.  Alex: "San Diego is so awesome!"

Christmas 2016

We had another special Christmas filled with family and special experiences. As always, we went ice skating, built gingerbread houses, baked cookies, met Santa at brunch, hung out with the Feltons, and opened lots of presents. As a special treat, Grandma Brady came out to help celebrate. We also snuck in a trip to the science center and the Sounders won the MLS cup and John got to meet Zach Scott. Joanna also started a new job Nov 29 so we got a new nanny and new routines to manage. Feeling very lucky this year!

Alex got lots of awesome presents including a microscope, backpack, games, crafts, football, etc. His favorite is the latest Guinness Book of World Records. Apparently, he "likes reading it more than screen time".  He also got glasses which he was really grumpy about until he realized how much he'd been missing. 

Julia also got lots of awesome presents including a disguise kit, crafts/sewing, clothes, and clay charms. Her favorite is Fashion Studio where she designs and assembles clothes. She'd love spare fabric if anyone has some!