Jan. 19, 2015 - A Lit Bit of Lovin'

Sawyer is our little snuggle bug.  He's been known to say things like "Mom, I just love squeezing you and hugging you".  Tonight, it was Dan's turn to be squeezed and hugged.  Sawyer was in the living room playing and Dan was in the kitchen.  Out of the blue Sawyer said he just needed a hug.  Dan was more then happy to be of assistance.  Moment captured!

Jan. 18, 2015 - Go Seahawks!

There's something just not quite right with this picture.  Sawyer has always said he was a Packer fan, much to our dismay.  And since we were at the Zimmerman's for the Packer/Seahawk game, there just happened to be an extra Aaron Rodgers jersey laying around for Sawyer to wear.  He wore it quite proudly, loving the cheers he got from the Packer fans in the house who couldn't believe there was a Sydow with a Packer jersey on.  I'm glad we could help make those Packer fans happy for a little bit I guess, since the game ended up being a pretty rough one for them.  What a crazy game, one to remember for awhile!

 Jason, Rebecca and I all squished ourselves into this two person spot on the couch.  It was actually not too uncomfortable.  And Jason wouldn't let any of us move as long as the Packers were winning.  I ended up moving at halftime....sorry Jason. ;)

Jan. 17, 2015 - It's 38 Degrees!

In Wisconsin, in January, we call this a heat wave!  So we had to get out and enjoy it.  What does one do when it's almost 40 degrees and still snowy?  Play football of course!  And take down the Christmas lights (much less exciting). 

Jan. 16, 2015 - One Crazy Friday Night

Is there a better way to spend a Friday night then at the grocery store with your whole family?  I think not!  We had to pick up a few things on our way back from practices and everyone got in on the fun.  Sawyer of course had to get his own cart, which I could always feel on my heels just waiting for it to clip me.

Later, when we got home, we decided to play a friendly game of Skip-Bo.  It's really hard to find a game that we can all play and enjoy, but this one worked out great.  Bryce had a rough go of things, he just wasn't getting the cards he needed.  I was really close to going out but Ethan played his last card right before I could.  Oh well, can't win them all.



Jan. 15, 2015 - Action City

Jake Zimmerman turns 6 today so we had to go help him celebrate at Action City.  Sawyer has been wanting to go there for quite some time now so this was perfect.  Sawyer and Jake had so much fun playing games, driving bumper cars, riding in Go-Karts, bowling, attempting the rock wall (their little legs made this one difficult) and playing Laser Tag.  Rebecca and I got in on some of the fun too.  Who can pass up a game of Laser Tag afterall???

 

Jan. 14, 2015 - Volleyball

Every Wednesday night I get to go play volleyball with 5 other great ladies.  I love playing, I think I'm still pretty ok, although there are nights that I realize I am not in high school anymore and my age shows in how slowly I move.  But we always have fun, win or lose.  Not to mention it's just a great stress release.  After a long day at home there's nothing better then getting out there and hitting a volleyball.  I didn't manage to take a picture while we were playing, which is a good thing I think.  I don't really want to see what I look like when I play, I prefer the deluded mental picture of my awesomeness much better than reality.  I did get down on the floor to take this picture though, that may have been the only time all night I was on the floor.....not a good sign. 

 

Jan. 13, 2015 - Brotherly Love

Steve and Kelly are replacing all the carpet on their main floor and Dan got the call to help move some of the heavy furniture.  Steve has helped us with plenty of moves so it was only right that Dan go help and a brother always helps a brother out.  Although he did make sure to clarify that the piano wouldn't have to be moved down or up any stairs.  That's a whole new ballgame afterall.  Here are our movers, hard at work.  Good thing they got so much experience working at Bester Bros. Moving Company in high school.  If you ever need help moving, these are two good guys to ask. Don't tell them I referred them.  ;)