New Years Eve v. 2

For the second year - we were thrilled to rent a house with some friends to celebrate New Years. Having little ones certainly changes you definition of a 'vacation' and this time away was the most restorative and fun we have had in a long time.

We were able to find a large home to rent just outside of Yosemite. It was perfect, there was no snow at the house- but it did not take us long to find some of the white stuff to play in. We ate great food (too much!) and the kids had a great time just running and playing. Tanner was especially funny - he LOVED having all the guys around. Often times if you could not find him, he was down stairs in the 'man cave' playing fooze ball, ping pong and air hockey.

Thanks to everyone - we can not wait to do it again next year!

Building a their first snow man...

Tanner was not so sure about the whole snow thing - but Reese, she got into it! Going sledding with Mommy.

The Weiss Family -

The Merlet Family

The Pickens-Francios Family

The Kerwin Family

Reese off and exploring

Finding their inner monkey and tree climbing

Tanner posing for the cover of "Sharing Nature with Children"

Self Portrait - group shot. Not the best of anyone -but we sure did have a great time!