New Toy 96/365

On Sunday, we headed back to Charlotte so Tyler and Ethan could go to the Big Brothers/Big Sisters Chirstmas party at Great Wolf Lodge, a resort with an indoor water park. Ethan had a ball and was excited to open a remote control car as a gift from BB/BS. We tried a new place for dinner and settled in to enjoy the end of our weekend and play with our new toy.

The older we get, the more our toys change. Or does our taste in toys really stay the same? At the holiday party for Tyler's office, everyone opens gifts from Santa, 3 people at a time. I always make sure Tyler and I have front row seats, because year after year it continues to be my favorite part of the night. Each employee gets to make a list and send it to Santa. Everyone pretty much knows what they are opening, but I still love watching!

Tyler has always been a very selfless gift asker. He asks for grocery store gift cards and vacuum cleaners for our house. This year he asked for things that he and Ethan can to do together. Super Mario Brothers was on his list and every night since he opened it, we have played it. I love that compared to some of the other games he plays, this one is simple enough that I can play with him. I love that it reminds me of playing nintendo with my sister when we were growing up and again with my college roommate in our dorm room. I love that whether we are playing with one player or two, we both love getting through the boards together. It is something our 8 year old selves would have loved...and I think that's what I love about it the most. :)

Festival of Lights 95/365

We woke up early on Saturday morning and headed to Greensboro. Tyler had lunch with my mom and dad, while I met with Maggie and George and their families to start discussing wedding details. I'm glad we all got to sit down together because we are definitely more on the same page after our meeting!

Afterwards, it was back to the house to celebrate Hannukah with my family! We enjoyed briscuit, chicken, latkes and even chocolate chip cake. We lit the menorah and opened gifts. It was a quick trip, in and out, but it's always nice to spend the holidays with our families. My wine loving parents now have the most fitting menorah I have ever seen. It's a cork :)

Fancy Family 94/365

On Friday we hurried off to Tyler's holiday party for his office. It was at the same location as last year and we had a great time again. The food was great and there was a photo booth set up with holiday props to play with. We can't wait to see the pictures!

We got home and attempted to re-create one of our favorite family photos from last year, taken after the RSM holiday party, in front of our tree. Tess was a little more willing this year. If you ask me...I think she's starting to warm up to the camera. And just in time for Day 100...her 6th birthday! Stay tuned :)

Below is the picture from last year...

Need a Refill 93/365

On Thursday night, my Project 365 juices decided to take an early vacation! The photo below took about all I had left...

Super Skyline 92/365

Yesterday was a GREAT Wednesday! I had my photography class AND Tyler came back from Ohio. We are officially one business trip away from our holiday season together. Our entire class has been looking forward to this class session. We met on a bridge with a great view of the Charlotte skyline. We learned about silhouettes and night time shooting and car trails. We had a blast lined up on the bridge practicing. Afterwards, we finished up class at Thomas Street Tavern. Then I got to head home to cuddle up with my amazing husband and sweet pup. This shot is one of my favorites and I think it is just magical in black and white.

Falling Into Winter 91/365

I think we have officially moved into Winter weather this week. We have been getting little teaser winter days, but now I think we are done with the 70 degree day treats until spring. It's all winter weather. In good news...I LOVE winter garb! It's time for cute hats, colorful scarves and warm winter coats :) I say this...however, I am beyond excited about spending the holidays in Florida. I can't believe they are just around the corner!

Triple Time 90/365

It was back to work on Monday, and then home to enjoy a night in together before Tyler headed to Ohio on Tuesday. Tyler was getting packed up before bed and I decided to play around with these funky mirrors that hang over our dresser. We haven't done a self portrait in a while so I figured I would throw one in there. I seem to be loving everything in black and white much better than color this week...ENJOY!