Saturday, December 31, 2011

12 for 2012

Go into new things {like a new year} with a plan. 
Clear Goals.
And a strategy for success. 

And, write it down.


Tonight, our family set a few goals for 2012. 
12 in fact. 

We each identified three personal New Year's Resolutions, and collectively decided on three for the family. Audrey's input was invaluable. ;)

Our group resolutions are no-brainers really, but worthwhile still:

1. Be more healthy as a family.
2. Save more money as a family.
3. Do even more together, create more lasting memories and family traditions.

Oooh Audrey.
Her goals for this year were adorable {as usual}:

4. Keep smiling.
5. Stay above the upper limit of the growth chart.
6. Be potty trained before 2nd birthday.

John plans to:

7. Learn to surf.
8. Procrastinate less.
9. Decide on a specialty.

And, I will: 

10. Learn to sew {thanks again John for getting me a sewing machine for my birthday}. 
11. Start a business.
12. Expand my knowledge of technology.


We're in this together!
And, we can do it! 
We can do anything!




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Ok, before there are too many questions...
My new hobby {sewing} is not only going to be fun, but will hopefully become a business for me too the year! 

Assuming I actually learn how to sew. 
And, am good at it. 
Good enough to actually ask people to pay me for my work...
I know. 
It sounds crazy... and crazier, literally as I type this post.

You'll be in the loop along the way, but I have a plan to make & sell a line of children's products. 

I know!

In fact, today I opened my beautiful new sewing machine and practiced making my first {the easiest} product within my line. Here's a sneak peak, but stay tuned for more details!!!





It's a rough draft, but I'm really excited!!!!

This is going to be a good year. I know it. 


love, kerry

Reflections: Twenty Eleven


For our little family of three, it was pretty major to relocate to Huntington Beach in June this year. 

We packed up our 3 bedroom house in Reno, made the long drive to HB {special thanks again to Judy and Steve for their help}, and were literally moved into our beach condo in about 48 hours total.

Packed and on our way!

Our second night in HB...Beautiful. We are so lucky!

And, I'd say that in the last 6 months- we've gotten the hang of this whole new beach way of life. 








AVP Men's Beach Volleyball Final Match

Our favorite spot to play!



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This year, I think we did a pretty good job of introducing Audrey to new things, experiences, adventures. So many opportunities to learn and grow. Of course, I'll always feel like I could have done more. But, we enjoyed this year. 


San Diego Zoo
Long Beach Aquarium
Nevada Discovery Children's Museum
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Audrey and I have traveled back to Reno every month since July for my work.

She's getting really good on planes. 



But, we had a few fun, real vacations this year too.

Our "Orange County Tour" was in May to find a place to live!

Audrey FIRST day at the beach!!!! Laguna Beach, of course...

John got to visit Mato and Amy in Austin!




And, I traveled to Denver for one of my best friend's wedding!

Emily & Matt,  July 3rd

In addition to Matt & Emily, we had a few other friends who made 2011 their year- 
Jesse & Erin
Kate & Jake

You all had beautiful days. Lots of love. 
So happy to have shared in your joy.
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And, BABIES were big in 2011! Our friends welcomed:
Baby Beckett,
Owen,
Thomas & Ryder,
Macy,
and Grace!
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But, we also said goodbye too.
After a tough, but fast battle with cancer, we lost Grandpa Al on Friday, November 25th.

Forever in my heart.


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Audrey has grown so much this year.
She's such a happy girl.

January


February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December


She had an AMAZING 1st Birthday Pawty too!


We are so proud of our little girl.

And, as usual, this year John was awesome. 

Internal Medicine Preliminary Resident of the Year


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Holidays are always so special to me. 

My Mom, and My Baby on Mother's Day
Audrey's 1st Easter
Pumpkin Carving




And, as you've heard...
We had a GREAT Christmas!!!



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Visitors are ALWAYS welcome in HB!!!
And, we had some great company in 2011!!!




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A toast to 2011- a year of change.

Good times, 
new beginnings, 
and lots of growth.

It's been fun, but 2012- I'm ready for you.



Happy New Year!

December 31, 2011


love, kerry