Tuesday, January 20, 2009

Holiday Adventures



We were lucky enough to enjoy our holiday adventures in Utah again this year, surrounded by family and loved ones! We didn't know if it would happen because of the huge snow storms that hit the northwest, but we were blessed to have 4wheel drive and decided to brave the snow and the 2 day driving adventure. (The first we've made since living here and the kids did indcredibly well, thanks to the dvd player, a pit stop at my cousin Leslie's, and the coolest McDonald's playland ever in Pocatello. I seriously dislike micky d's, but would live in Pocatello just to go to this one!)

We were a little torn leaving our cozy, decorated home with presents under the tree, (which is a first for us because we are normally packing for a flight and you can't wrap anything) and leaving the gorgeous snow covered wonderland behind, but boy howdy did we have a great time!

We had Christmas at Brian's parents first, then spent time at my parents for New Years. We had great adventures playing games, eating great food, chatting with family, lots and lots of playing in the snow, including tubing, sleigh riding, knee boarding (the best time ever!), and way too many presents!

We also had a job interview while we were home!!! (Actually the excuse for us to go to Utah in the first place.) That's a whole other blog to come. Let's just say we are thrilled about what the future has in store for us. Here's a little hint.....We will soon be Colorado-ites. Crazy huh!?!

Here is a plethera of photos from our adventures. Kick back and enjoy!


12 comments:

Heidi said...

Oh my goodness! Colorado is so lucky to have you!

Steve, Meghan, Elena, Sebastian, Ariana said...

Congrats on the job....we will miss you but Colorado will be fun adn lots closer to your families!!

The Belnaps said...

What fun we had...can't wait for the move and more fun adventures

Beth said...

It looks like you guys had so much fun. I wish we could have been around to have a big Peterson party!

Amy B. said...

I just love that little Isaac...he makes my feel so silly! And, I am soooooo proud of Brian, he really did it and I can't wait for him to reap in the benefits of all of his hard work...aka...the MOOLAH! He really has worked his butt off and deserves an awesome future! Both of you do!!!!! Love you!

Casey * Haley * Avery * Owen said...

Cute pictures... looks like you had a wonderful christmas! That Lilly is growing up way to fast. We are so excited about you guys living in Colorado... you will LOVE it! Congrats to you guys... how nice to be at the end of the road... YEAH!

Michael & Lindsey said...
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Michael & Lindsey said...

Yeah Lisa! You did it! I love the look of your new layout. I'm sorry I wasn't much help, but it looks great. Congrats again on the job, it's so exciting that you will be closer to all of the family. I hope the move/transition goes smooth for you and your family. It was great to see your family over Christmas break.

The Bredensteiners said...

WE ARE SO GOING TO MISS YOU GUYS!!!!!!! Congratulations on the new job- I wish you guys the happiest days ahead!
(P.S. When's the good-bye party?)

Barlow Family said...

Congrats on the new job! That's so awesome! We are going to miss you guys a lot! When's the big move?

angela said...

Hi Belnaps! We miss you SO much it actually hurts. I loved watching your slideshow, Lisa you are one HOT momma! I love your longer hair. Those kids are all so beautiful.
And a JOB? What is that? Now we know where to try and get an interview (in a few more years...).
Love you,
The McKellars

The Mrs said...

Lisa! We live in CO! Larry has 1 more residency year and then (hopefully) a hospitalist year. I need to know where you are moving to. Email me at peggy_peterson@hotmail.com