My mom starts the best traditions. All to spend time with her daughters and her family. On our birthday - or around that day - my mom treats us to lunch. Birthday girl picks the spot and we enjoy some time together. We all have busy, crazy lives, but a few times a year, we get together and enjoy some sister time.
(Sis #3 needs to come down from Utah more often!!)
This scene is a weekly one that I shake my head at every single time. This is Aly's study regime. She lays it all out and conquers it one pile at a time. I'm always amazed at what she starts with - her scripture reading and her 3 institute classes. Her spiritual nourishment is always first. She sets a great example to me. But even in studying, this daughter is one organized person!
Jacque is not quite as organized, but she studys constantly. As she completes her last semester at ASU, and prepares to take the Nurse Exam, studying is critical. Jacque has many friends that she studies with, all different, all unique, and all very special to Jacque. This is Brooke.
On a Sunday evening, you will find various cousins giving back-rubs to each other. It's a ritual they all look forward to. I love that they are all so close and share so many fun memories and moments together.
Tonight, we were ALL over at Grammy and Grampy's home for a birthday dinner and of course to watch the Super Bowl. Not that anyone had a favorite team, we all picked one to cheer for and the fun began. In the end, most were happy with the results!
Since Aly's been home, we finally remembered to "treat" our family to a delicacy found in Teahuacan. They are Mexican Worms and when we were introduced to them, were told they were expensive and an "acquired" taste. We introduced our family to them tonight :)
