ELLA JANE LOWRY!!

On November 24th, 2007 my niece, Ella Jane Lowry was born at 2:46 am. She is the most beautiful little girl. Ben and my sister are going to be the most amazing parents, and Jacob is going to be the most amazing big brother. I am so grateful that I was able to be with them in the room and watch this baby come into this world. I can't wait to get to know her and take her shopping.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving was hosted by yours truly this year. Since my sister was due to have a baby any day I figured that I would host Thanksgiving so that my mom didn't have to cook a huge dinner for a total of four people. We had Jer's grandparents and parents as well as my parents over for dinner. Jer's grandma cooked the turkey and my mom and I did all the sides. We just wanted to make sure that if we had to leave for my sister's (if she went into labor) we could just go. With that being said she didn't go into labor and we had a really nice Thanksgiving!

Sam's Town Las Vegas Bowling!

For those of you that don't know for the last 22 weeks Jer and I have been in a bowling league with our best-friends, Chris and Andee. Out team name was Three Friends and a Perv, and of course we were the last place team of the the whole league. The last game of the seasons was played at Sam's Town in Las Vegas. I was not looking forward to going but we actually had a really great time. We spent two nights at Sam's Town and then Chris, Andee, Jer and I headed over to The Venetian for two more nights. The rooms at The Venetian were fantastic. They were so huge, since the hotel is all suite hotel. Every night housekeeping came in to turn down our beds and left chocolate on the pillows. Jer and I hadn't been in Vegas for 4 years so we had fun cruising the strip checking out some of the new hotels. The Wynn is probably the most beautiful hotel I have ever been. Chris and Andee also celebrated their one year wedding anniversary while we were there.

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Freaking Fantastic

I feel so bad that I forgot to give you all an update about my hair appointment last Tuesday. I was so nervous. When I sat down in the chair for Kristen to start I literally told her "I am very nervous just so you know". I then explained to her exactly what I wanted and guess what when it was all said and done and I looked into the mirror I was so excited. My haircut and color were Freaking Fantastic. HOORAY!!!!!! I had to call Andee right away to tell her that it turned out great and I was very happy. I think that Andee felt a huge sense of relief. I mean I had put a lot of pressure on her since she did recommend Kristen. So I say THANK YOU Andee!!!!

Freaking Out

In about 30 minutes I am off to get my hair done by someone for the 1st time. Can I just say that I am freaking out. My hair is a big deal to me (as it is for every female). The gal that I am going to was recommended to me by one of my best-friends Andee, so I have already informed her that if my hair is not right I am coming for her (Andee you know that I am kidding =-) ). Anyway wish me luck. If is good then I will post pictures, if it is not good then no comment.

Saturday Night Fun!

So last night Jer and I went to dinner at Brie and Garon's. I always look forward to seeing Travis, Marissa, Brie, Garon, and the kiddos. As always good times and fantastic laughs were had by all. Brie is such a good cook. We made build your own Pizza's with real pizza dough. I wish I was more creative in the kitchen. We just have to do it more often, and make a point to make it a priority (are you girls reading that). And yes Brie you are right we should have taken the camera out and shot a few pictures. We also played a game called WHATIF...., which is hysterical. Thanks Smith family for having us down. So whose house is it going to be next month. Well there are only two choices me or Missie. Love you guys!

Maui 2007

Finally I am taking the time to sit down and blog about our summer vacation. This was the second year that the whole famdamily went to Maui, and I have to say that this year was even better than last year. Because my sister doesn't live very close it is always so awesome to be together for two whole weeks. Having Jacob wake us up in the morning, sharing my morining coffee with my mom, playing Skipbo, laughing, and feeling the the soon to be Lowry baby moving around in my sister's tummy are just some of the things that I treasure. I can't wait to go next year and do it all over again!!! I love you all so very much and am so grateful that we had another fantastic Maui vacation.

Good Friends!

I often don't get the chance to tell my girlfriends how much they mean to me. Nicky, Brigette and I have been friends since we were in the 6th grade. While our lives sometimes feel like they are going in a million directions we always try to get together and just catch up even if it's only for a quick dinner. We have been there for each other for everything; weddings, babies, break-ups, greatest loves, moving away, and moving home, happy times, and the saddest. They are truly special to me and I hope they know how much they mean to me. Thanks ladies for a great afternoon at a great mexican restaurant!