Miranda . Rob

2010-07-09T14:35:00.000-04:00

ROB IS CANCER FREE!!!!

Thanks for all of the prayers!!!!!

God truly works miracles.

And the Winner Is...

2010-06-11T11:51:00.002-04:00

My last semester at William and Mary I decided to take an entrepreneurship class. I have had a business idea and thought this would be a great opportunity to learn how to start a business. And see if this idea had any potential. Well the class was phenomenal, and I was able to interact with Executive Partners and experienced businessmen. I had a great mentor and teacher. I entered a business competition where MBAs and BBAs could participate. I submitted an Executive Summary, and made it to the Elevator Pitch round. That went well and I had fun pitching my idea to 3 men! And then I made it to the very last round in which 3 judges were brought in to hear us present our business plan. After presenting our plan we had 10 minutes to take questions and defend our plan. After answering 2 questions, I spent the rest of the time listening to suggestions. i thought this was a good sign but i wasn't sure ...

Riley and Elisabeth, my niece, came to model for me!

My business OhSnap! is all about fashion accessories. I can't divulge to much info ... I am working on a Trademark and patent.

.... there was an award ceremony the evening of the presentations. Rob surprised me, and came down from D.C., and went to the reception with Riley and myself. Then it was time for the award ceremony. My teacher had positioned his chair so that he was facing me (which was strange with where he was sitting so I was a little curious). They announced the 1st place first. Before announcing the winner they spoke about the person and their presentation ... when they said this person had great financials I knew I hadn't won.

But low and behold ... I WON!

I was and am still stoked. I received $1000, that I am putting towards starting the company.

Here's an article the school did featuring the competition, look here.

Shrine to Schylar

2010-03-31T12:00:00.000-04:00

Happy "April Fools" Birthday!!!

I love you and am grateful you're my sister.

I love you for so many reasons.

These are just a few ...

You are Crazy! I can count on you for a good laugh.

"This is why YOU're Hot!"

You keep me looking Fashionable!

You are athletic!

Wakeboarding. Running.

You push me to try harder.

You are my sister!

You love to sing and jam with me in the car, and anywhere else for that matter!

You are Gorgeous!!!! S.t.u.n.n.i.n.g.

Because of you we are "the Girls".

We couldn't live without you.

I hope you have a wonderful day!

Families Can Be Together Forever

2010-02-27T12:50:00.008-05:00

I have always loved this phrase. It uplifts, gives Hope, and just makes me smile.

We are so grateful for wonderful family and friends. Though this week has been tough, we have had our testimonies strengthened. We know that families are most important to our Heavenly Father. He knows us by name and he loves us. We know that we go through trials for our own good. Most of all, we know that through the difficult times are Heavenly Father extends his tender mercies. He allows us to see His hand and He reminds us that he loves us and is watching out for us. We have seen these tender mercies this week and they have not been unnoticed.

I am grateful for a supportive husband. Who honors his preisthood and is sensitive to the Spirit. I am grateful that he is willing to be by my side and be my support. I am grateful for a mother who is still willing to take care of me (in ways she thought should have been done years ago), go to doctors appointments, comfort me, and share spiritual moments with me. I am grateful for sisters who step up to the plate and act so mature, and remind me that they love me. I am grateful for a loving Father who honors his priesthood, and reminds me that my husband is my #1 man and that he is #2. I am grateful for family and friends who are kind, loving, and willing to lend a listening ear.

The Ensign this months is filled with talks that I swear were written for me. Elder LeSueur wrote:

"Apostle Orson F. Whitney (1855–1931) of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, explained: “No pain that we suffer, no trial that we experience is wasted. It ministers to our education, to the development of such qualities as patience, faith, fortitude and humility. All that we suffer and all that we endure, especially when we endure it patiently, builds up our characters, purifies our hearts, expands our souls, and makes us more tender and charitable, more worthy to be called the children of God . . . and it is through sorrow and suffering, toil and tribulation, that we gain the education that we come here to acquire.”

Trials give us opportunities to show the Lord and ourselves that we will be faithful. We can choose to feel sorry for ourselves and ask, “Why me?” or we can grow from our trials, increase our faith in the Lord, and ask, “How can I be faithful in the midst of this trial?” We can let adversity break us down and make us bitter, or we can let it refine us and make us stronger. We can allow adversity to lead us to drift away from the things that matter most, or we can use it as a stepping-stone to grow closer to things of eternal worth. Spiritual growth can often be achieved more readily by trials and adversity than by comfort and tranquility. Trials can teach us that faith in God the Father and His Son Jesus Christ is the source of inner strength. President David O. McKay (1873-1970) recounted the testimony of one of the survivors of the ill-fated Martin handcart company, who said: “We suffered beyond anything you can imagine and many died of exposure and starvation, but . . . [we] came through with the absolute knowledge that God lives for we became acquainted with Him in our extremities.”"

Though having a miscarriage my seem so small in comparison to what others face, I have learned so much. I know that we will be stronger and better for this trial. I know that God has a plan, and though I don't completely understand why we needed this and why we are going through this, He does, and it will be okay. And I am starting to see how this can be and why this is a blessing.

President Gordon B. Hinckley said, "Our individual testimonies of these truths are the basis of our faith. We must nurture them. We must cultivate them. We can never forsake the. We can never lay them aside. Without them we have nothing. With them we are everything."

How grateful I am for this knowledge. How grateful I am for my faith and testimony. How grateful I am for my knowledge of families and their divine role and importance in this world and in God's plan. Not only am I grateful for my family but for the one we will one day have.

The Stork ....

2010-01-24T12:42:00.002-05:00

... is arriving in September!

Christmas Time

2010-01-14T14:00:00.008-05:00

Christmas time is pretty crazy for Miranda and me. Having both families in the same area is great, but we don't get much sleep, and get WAY TOO MUCH food! I am not going to go through every little thing that we did with both families over the holidays. But I would like to share some highlights of the break.

This is our Christmas Eve "Bethlehem Dinner." It was fun to be able to experience what the people in the time of Christ could have been eating the night He came. It was extra fun for the kids (and for those of us who still have little kid inside) to eat standing up AND with our fingers!

The traditional Nativity Play. Chi Chi assumes his traditional role as the...well...you all know where I am going with that! I love this picture because Warren is wearing Chi Chi's old bath robe. It's the SAME we used to wear when we were kids when we performed the role as Joseph, as he is doing almost 30 years later! What a great tradition!

We have a fun tradition with the Robertsons in that each year we drive up to Washington DC to visit the temple and see the Christmas lights. We walk around (for as long as we can stand the cold), enjoy the beautiful nativity scenes from around the world, listen to some great music, and enjoy one another's company. It's wonderful to be able to bask in the lights of the temple, and know what a special and sacred place it is, especially to our family.

Probably the coolest thing that happened this Christmas break is Ryan was able to bless baby Quin Robert Dudley. It was a beautiful blessing, and a sincere honor and privilege to be invited to stand in a circle full of worthy priesthood holders, and participate as Ryan pronounced a blessing upon his son. It was a wonderful experience.

We love you baby Quin!

We have had an amazing break and great start to the New Year. As we all fall back into the rush of life, may we all bask in the light of Christ Jesus, the Babe who's birth we celebrate,

and the King whom will come again.

Jason Porter Clark

2009-12-05T04:46:00.004-05:00

We are an aunt and uncle again!

We can't wait to meet Porter.

Congratulations Jason, Angela, Elisabeth, Jared, & Ethan.

Can you believe this hair? All of the children have had thick hair but it still ceases to amaze me!

Fall

2009-11-13T19:36:00.007-05:00

I love the fall. I love that in Virginia we get to have four seasons. Each season brings with it its own excitement. I love the vibrant colors of the leaves, the crisp air, and the feeling of fall. It is homey, its like falling in love, I feel like I am in a romance movie. I just love it.

As I drive to school everyday I try to stop and take in the moment. I love the amazing colors. It reminds me of how blessed I am, and to be grateful for all that I have. It reminds me to be grateful for the simple things and the beauty of the earth.

We went to a William & Mary football game with my parents {a really fall thing to do}. We won! We loved spending time with my parents. After the game we walked around Colonial Williamsburg with them. We went to the Bookstore, my mom and I shopped for clothes, while my Dad and Rob perused the books {they were like kids in a candy store}. We then hit William and Sonoma. Rob got us all samples he thought was dessert, but turned out to be turkey and dressing. Mom and I enjoyed looking through the store at all the wonderful things and going through cookbooks, while dad and rob got asked if they needed help in the baking section! We ended the night in the candy store, and left with chocolate covered oranges. It was great to be with Rob and my parents enjoying this wonderful time of year, just relaxing and taking it in.

Tender Mercies

2009-11-05T12:43:00.003-05:00

"We should not underestimate or overlook the power of the Lord’s tender mercies. The simpleness, the sweetness, and the constancy of the tender mercies of the Lord will do much to fortify and protect us in the troubled times in which we do now and will yet live. When words cannot provide the solace we need or express the joy we feel, when it is simply futile to attempt to explain that which is unexplainable, when logic and reason cannot yield adequate understanding about the injustices and inequities of life, when mortal experience and evaluation are insufficient to produce a desired outcome, and when it seems that perhaps we are so totally alone, truly we are blessed by the tender mercies of the Lord and made mighty even unto the power of deliverance (see 1 Ne. 1:20)."

Rob was in a car accident this morning. He is fine. I won't go into the details but things could have been much worse. It was clear to me that we were experiencing one of those tender mercies. One in so many. We are always quick to ask why, and say that we just can't take one more thing. But, it was evident to me that we were being blessed. As I stood and looked at the car I realized Heavenly Father was watching over Rob. The way all of the events played out, there is no doubt in my mind that Heavenly Father was in charge and kept him safe.

"Lord’s timing of His tender mercies helps us to both discern and acknowledge them."

"May our hearts always be filled with gratitude for His abundant and tender mercies."

Today I was reminded that my Heavenly Father knows me. He knows what I can handle. He knows how to comfort me. He loves me and is always showing me that, if I but stop and look. I know He extends tender mercies, and that we all can receive them as we follow Him.

* all the above quotes are from The Tender Mercies of the Lord," David A. Bednar. Click on the link to view the entire talk.

Pumpkin Patch

2009-10-31T19:09:00.000-04:00

On Halloween Rob and I went to a pumpkin patch. This was the first time that I can remember going and picking a pumpkin {I know that I went when I was in preschool but I don't remember}. We had a great time looking for the perfect pumpkins - the right color, shape, size, who knew there were so many options? I was bound and determined to actually pick one off the vine ... after quite a search we found one!

Quin Robert Dudley

2009-10-06T23:47:00.000-04:00

Quin "Robert" Dudley

October 6, 2009

7lbs 10 ounces, 20 inches

Stephanie and Ryan had their second baby boy. This sweet baby is named after Rob (pretty amazing person to be named after). Congratulations Dudley's, we can't wait to meet him!

2009-10-06T11:31:00.002-04:00

So, I have a confession. I couldn't figure out how to do this blog thing for the life of me, which is why I haven't had an representation on it! But, here I am.

So, Miranda has been super busy with her senior year at William and Mary, and doing a great job keeping everyone up to date on what we have been doing. But, she coincidentally missed a HUGE event in her life, and so, without further delay, here is...

MIRANDA'S 23RD BIRTHDAY

yep, she is getting older, much to her dismay. On September 14, we celebrated her birthday.

It was a fun night. She went to school that day and i went to work. We then got back

together and went to Felini's in Norfolk

where we enjoyed...

good food, topped off by an ice cream cake from Dairy Queen that was devoured

in a matter of minutes...

great company of her family (minus Shy) and my parents...

and the most beautiful girl in the world to celebrate!!!

Miranda is the most amazing person! She has taught me so much, and I am so grateful that she is part of my life. Every day with her is special, but September 14 is always extra special because of what it represents. Happy Birthday babe! I love you!

Baby Ella

2009-09-03T12:45:00.002-04:00

Girls Rock!

We are excited to be an aunt and uncle again!!!

Congratulations Turley's! We can't wait to meet ella!

Brad Paisley Concert

2009-09-01T00:06:00.004-04:00

Rob and I went to see Brad Paisley with my mom and dad. It was awesome to go with my parents! I even made sure we got there way early and bribed Rob with back scratches to run and get us good lawn seats. Aaron and Stephanie, friends from the Bank, also met us there.

Brad is amazing and his concert was wonderful. He sang all of our favorite songs (TICKS, Alcohol, and many more). My Dad thinks he's hot (which he still denies saying) and we love reminding him of that!

The weather was great, the hicks quite a sight, cute cowgirl boots and dresses, fantastic music, and the best company!

This was the only picture we got before the camera died.

Notice the shirt, " Huntin Bucks, Drivin Trucks". This was the shirt my dad picked out for Rob! They both enjoyed picking out crazy shirts all night.

The Beach.

2009-08-31T23:57:00.004-04:00

We love the beach!

This year we had our first fire on the beach party. We have always wanted to do this! We had the Slavens, Sasses, Kerrs, and Walkers out for a hot dog roast and smores. It was a little windy so we (Rob and Ronnie) had to put a contraption together so that we could get a fire going. It all worked out and we had a great time eating, socializing and playing games.

This was definitely a get together we need to do more often!

TowneBank Softball

2009-08-31T23:27:00.005-04:00

Rob loved playing softball this summer. And I enjoyed going to his games and taking pictures. It was great for him to get back on the field, be a little competitive, and mostly have fun. It was a perfect hobby to pick back up.

Rob's hitting (Batting) skills!

The TowneBank Team!

Rob considers a game a success if he is really dirty. He would be very upset when the game was over and his clothes were only slightly dirty. He would say that he should have slid more. There were plenty of days where I had to wash his shirt multiple times to get that orangy dirt out of that shirt! Oxi-clean spray works miracles!

Aaron is a great friend of Rob's and he really enjoyed being able to play softball with him.

I thought this was very fitting.

Rob had many fans this season. We had a cheering squad from nieces, nephews, mom, dad, brother, sister, mother-in-law, and sister-in-laws! I must say I am his #1 fan! I love watching him play, cheering him on (even though my cheering is lame), and being at the ball field!

I definitely got a first round pick!

Shelby's Graduation

2009-08-31T23:17:00.001-04:00

Shelby graduated from Great Bridge High School!

We were excited to be able to be there to support her. Shelby, along with the other seniors from Chorus sang the Alma mater at the end. Then we went to Outback to celebrate where she got to have a grown up drink (some fruity lemonade) and macaroni and cheese. Talk about moving up in the world! Sad part is that Riley and I both ordered macaroni (it is best)!!!!

WICKED

2009-05-21T10:43:00.003-04:00

Ahhhhhhh! I can't even begin to say how absolutely fantabulous this show is. For anyone who hasn't seen it it is a must see. The actors and actresses were brilliant and had amazing pipes, I mean a-m-a-z-i-n-g. I wanted to jump on stage and sing with them. It is times like this I wish I could sing like that and I would be on a stage in a heart beat ... maybe in the next life!

I couldn't help myself with the festive attire. It was way to much fun and what can I say? I love the music and now the show! I thought it was very fitting. I was out done by a young lady who had sprayed her hair green.

We went with Rob's brother and his wife and had a great night.

It was great to be able to put the music to the show and now everything makes sense!

I LOVE WICKED!!!!

The Weekend

2009-05-16T12:57:00.001-04:00

Rob and I had a wonderful weekend. We went to D.C. Friday night and stayed with Josh and Sandra. We woke up early Saturday morning and spent a few hours in the temple. It was wonderful to be in the temple with Rob. I am so grateful we are able to go and worship in the house of the Lord.

After we left the temple, we rushed home to see Shelby off to prom. We got incredibly lucky and hit minimal traffic. Shelby looked beautiful and I was glad to be there. All of my sisters have always been there for me and my big occasions and I am glad I live close enough to do the same for them.

After we saw the kids off we had a great date night with my parents. We went to dinner at Bakers Crust, where the tomato soup is to die for! We couldn't have a asked for a better day.

Dance party?

2009-05-13T09:46:00.004-04:00

Dear Schylar,

I am in serious need of a dance party. You need to come home for just about an hour. You can manage that, right? The mirror just isn't cutting it.

Can't wait till you come home. The lake is going to rock this year, dance party all week long. I miss you!

* I wish I could dance *

I am DONE !

2009-05-13T09:31:00.002-04:00

So I guess it is official ... I am a SENIOR! The semester came to a quick STOP. I thought my last exam was today and to my surprise (at 9 p.m. Monday night, having not even begun to study) I decided to look at my syllabus and realized the exam was the next morning at 9 a.m. I couldn't believe I did this. So needless to say I stayed up all night, had about two hours of sleep around 5 a.m., one coke, and a lot of prayers.

It is times like this I truly see God's tender mercies. After a sobbing plea to the Dean of Students to allow me to have more time, my teacher saying I could have more time, the Dean not approving it, I was given a few hour delay in starting the exam. It is amazing to me how I was able to stay calm and remember so much. I was and am so grateful.

So I took the last exam, for 4 1/2 hours and could have used more time. But I am DONE. Done ...done. Okay so it hasn't completely sunk in yet but it will. Now it is time to look for a job, catch up on much needed sleep, and de-toxic my body with all of the horrible things I have been pumping in it to survive the end of the semester. I think Rob and I will be enjoying our fair share of salads in the coming week. So here's to summer, the beach that is calling my name, and my husband. It is time to relax!!

Mothers Day

2009-05-10T11:04:00.011-04:00

We both have wonderful mothers. They have both been stay at home moms and taken care of us throughout our whole lives. Best of all they have always been their to support us in all of our endeavors. We know they love us and we love them. We look up to them and are grateful we were sent to them . Thank you Mom and Michelle!

My Everything

2009-05-05T15:40:00.000-04:00

"I wanna be the wind that fills your sails &

be the hand that lifts your veil

be the moon that moves your tide

the sun comin up in your eyes

be the wheel that never rusts

be the spark that lights you up

all that you've been dreaming of & more

so much more

I wanna be your everything"

-Keith Urban

This is our song! I love the words. Rob is all of these things and so much more. He is my everything. I can't believe it has been four years since we were married. Time has flown. We have been through so much and it is amazing how we have grown. I love Rob so much. He is an amazing man and I am so grateful he chose me.

We always try to do something on our anniversary that we did the day we got married. So this year we had dinner at the Seasons in Williamsburg, where we had our wedding day dinner. We even go to sit in the same room that we did four years ago. Dinner was great and the company unbeatable.

I love him so much!!

Isn't he just so dang cute?

I would apologize for all the kissing pictures but it just shows how much we love each other. They are the best.

I love you Rob!

William and Mary vs. Old Dominion

2009-02-26T15:49:00.005-05:00

Last night Rob and I went to the William and Mary vs. ODU mens basketball game. My Dad took the family to Chili's and then to the game. This was a particularly interesting night seeing as it was a home game for ODU, my mom graduated from ODU, and I am attending William and Mary. Needless to say I was one of the only people in our section cheering for William and Mary, except for a few older people, very older. Oh, and Rob (he's smart). The game started off slow but we were all on our feet by the end. The score was so close and it looked like we pulled it off in the last 1.3 seconds, but the shot barely missed! ODU ended up winning by one point. The score was 64 to 63! Even though we didn't win, it was a great game! And in the end it was only one point, right? Yes, I know a win is a win, but it was still close! Thanks for great night Dad!

An Experience to Cherish

2009-01-26T14:44:00.000-05:00

We were so privileged to have Elder Richard G. Scott come to our stake conference and teach us so richly. He is an amazing man who is sweet, tender, loving, funny, brilliant and humbled in his calling as an apostle of the Lord. Rob and I both learned so much from being in his presence and this is an experience we will never forget.

We were so blessed to be able to spend a few hours with him over dinner and family time. He is humorous and delightful. I learned that he is a real person, who has been chosen to serve the Lord in an extraordinary way.

Most beautiful to me was the love he radiated for his wife, who passed away several years ago. It is as if she were still with him, in everything he says and does. It is my aspiration that my relationship with Rob can be that strong and beautiful. I think Rob will oblige.

First Day of School

2009-01-23T12:13:00.006-05:00

Even after what seems to be millions of first day of school pictures, I still have to take them. I realize now that there will only be two more of these, of which I am grateful, I think.

I am looking forward to this new semester. Only four days of driving to Williamsburg. I also am taking 3 accounting classes, which I hope to enjoy since it is my major and I just can't image changing it at this point. I am also taking Organization Behavior which I am stoked about! Rob loves this stuff, and I am so excited to discuss it with him. And after one class I think it may be my favorite!

I am also taking Linear Algebra since I failed it last semester. It is the first class I have ever failed...and that is failed with an F. After a lot of crying I decided it was kinda cool. Not to become a habit, though.

So here goes a new semester, new experiences, new opportunities, and a girl who is excited to see what it has to bring!

*PS - I love you Rob!!! And I am apologizing now for the stress that is sure to come. Just remember I love you and I will remember to relax!

This is way over due

2009-01-12T12:32:00.000-05:00

kandyce is my best girl friend. We have so many similarities and she just thinks the way I do {which can be strange but it makes us who we are}. I am so glad my parents made me go to orientation my first day up at BYU-I and that the Lord saw it fit for us to serve in the Relief Society presidency so that we could meet and get to know each other. She is AWESOME!!! I only wish she lived closer {Andrew you need to get on that}. We can go, for what seems like forever not chatting, and then pick right up where we left off. She amazes me and I feel so lucky to have her as a friend.

Happy Birthday!

Julia

2009-01-11T11:58:00.000-05:00

Julia Michelle

Born January 9, 2009 to Laura and Joel.

Congratulations!

We were able to stop and see Julia on our way home from D.C. She is so sweet.

{Unfortunately, we forgot our camera, but I am sure we will get a picture with her soon}

Turley Bed and Breakfast

2009-01-11T10:46:00.000-05:00

We planned a weekend trip up to D.C. to visit the Turley's, the Temple (turned out to be closed for cleaning ... 2nd time this has happened to us), and Ikea. Here are some of the highlights:

We got in town early Saturday morning (2 am) and were greeted with chocolates on our bed, flowers, and an itinerary. Sandra is awesome!
We had gourmet french toast for breakfast, played with Ava and Davis, and then went on a run.
We had a great time together exploring Ikea and picking up our furniture ... which all of it wasn't available, turning into us having to visit another Ikea, frustrating, but in the end we got what we needed.
We had a spice filled dinner with the Turley's. I love visiting them because I come home with so many great food ideas.
Sunday we went to church, had another wonderful meal and more wonderful conversations. The kids are a blast.
Sandra and I put together a flower arrangement for the McIntyre's, which I must say was impressive {Sandra, I think we could go into business!!}.
Ate oodles of Josh's famous chocolate chip cookies and then headed to Richmond and visited the McIntyre's.

It was an much needed vacation!

On Rob's many trips to pick up roses he brought Ava one of her very own. I think she liked it!

A Look Back

2009-01-06T21:48:00.002-05:00

I was just rummaging through some old photos and running back through time. I can't believe we have almost been married for four years. Time flies when you are having fun.

It makes me smile and giddy looking at old photos. I love remembering those times and the sparkle that comes with the different moments. I also couldn't believe how young we looked. For that matter, everyone else too. Four years doesn't seem like a long time but it sure shows. I don't quite understand it ... I guess I am just getting old.

Christmas 2008

2008-12-27T09:57:00.000-05:00

We had a wonderful and relaxing Christmas. We woke up extremely early at our house where we opened presents from each other. I stocked Rob up on all of his favorite foods which included a huge can of hot chocolate (he loves it!). I am not crazy ... I did get him some fun stuff other than food.

We then went to the Robertson's where we watched the girls open their gifts from Santa and then we all opened gifts from each other. This year we decided to get my parents something they would really use. We decided to go in together since we are all earning money and get something cool (i.e. something they wouldn't expect). Dance Lessons! My mom has mentioned how fun it would be and we figured my Dad would be a good sport so we did it. We may have to sneak in and watch, my dad is sure to be a sight to see. Rob and I got a couples massage from my parents. Not to be done by my parents (awkward) but to go and get one. We can't wait! They also gave us a beautiful collectors edition of The Holy Temple. We had the Robertson traditional breakfast of sausage and gravy with biscuits and then had a quick nap.

Then we went in our pajamas to the Dudley's to spend time and open gifts. We gave a group gift to his parents . Dancing lessons! Both of our parents will have all the moves when we are done with them. Then they will have to teach us, who desperately could use it. We got a date night from Matt and Heather to Guadalajara! We received a lot of date nights for Christmas, they are the best gifts. Rob's parents gave us cash to redecorate our extra room. We plan on visiting IKEA and getting a desk and shelves ... a real study! We ran to my parent and showered and then back to the Dudley's for dinner.

Next, we then went to my Grandparents to see some more family. It was a great time. We played games and enjoyed spending time together, which doesn't happen to often. Then went home to sleep from our wonderful Christmas day.

The next day we went with the Robertson's to Washington D.C. On the way we stopped in Williamsburg to visit the pottery (a Robertson necessity). And then headed to D.C. to see the temple and lights. We have a tradition of going to dinner at a hole in the wall Chinese restaurant, which may need to change next year as it seems to get dirtier each year. Then we go to see the lights and a performance at the visitors center. The temple and grounds are beautiful and it is a fun time to spend with family.

TowneBank Christmas Party

2008-12-24T19:59:00.000-05:00

Rob and I went to his Christmas party the Saturday before Christmas. We got all dressed up and enjoyed the night. Rob was a greeter, which means we froze for the first hour. The decorations were gorgeous, the food fantastic, and the dancing ... well it is Rob and me, what do you expect, haha! (but we had fun ... and luckily everyone else was drunk!)

We love food. Here are some of the highlights. We started in the lobby with hors d'oeuvres: cheeses, fruit, vegetables, and olive tapenade (green and black). Then we went into the hall where we had meat (with horseradish sauce), pasta, and much more. Then to finish off they brought out dessert. The best was a chocolate bowl filled with mousse, and then you topped it with shredded chocolate, real whipped cream, and so much more. The cold white chocolate strawberries were also amazing. The night was wonderful and we had fun with friends and dancing the night away.

Here we go!!

2008-11-04T13:01:00.001-05:00

Hopefully this works!