Oh my how time seems to just fly by…

I cannot believe it is already December. I am in awe that Christmas is less than a week away. I cannot wait for Christmas and to see all my family! These past couple of months I have been busy with Junior League of Charlottesville Meetings, Junior League Volunteer Opportunities, Volunteering my Mondays in the Women’s Place at UVA, babysitting for three different families and book club. With all of that in the mix I still manage to try and spend some time with my hubby and Abby of course.

Where I left off was back on the weekend of October 24th Ryan and I went to the Georgia Tech vs. UVA game. UVA did win. We stayed with the Moore’s at their house. It was a very nice weekend and we really enjoyed our time down there. Caps was our driver, oh wait jk, we drove Caps down there and back. I met a few of Matt’s friends which were extremely nice.

The following weekend, October 31st, Friday was free burrito day at Chipotle as long as you were wearing a piece of aluminum foil. So, I got a free burrito for lunch! That weekend we were also invited to the Weaver’s Halloween party. They made terrific Stew with deer meat, moose meat etc. It was great! We took Abby there too – she enjoyed herself, but didn’t know what to do when she saw their pet dear, Baby. Baby is a big dear who comes up to you and lets you pet it and we were able to get a couple photos with my phone. It was so dark; they didn’t turn out too well, but if I can figure out how to get them off my phone, I will show you.

The following Weekend Ryan and I got to drive down to the Wake Forest vs. UVA game. That was nice because we tailgated a little before and were able to stay at a hotel, which I love staying at hotels with my hubby and then after the game we had dinner with a friend of Ryan’s who works for the Deacon Club and I got to meet his wife too.

The next exciting event was the weekend of the 21st of November. Brian and his wife, Kim, came up to visit us from Raleigh. They came for the Clemson game weekend. Kim is a Clemson grad and I introduced her to Katie who too is a Clemson grad. All six of us including Michael hung out that day and night. We had a great time!

Before long, Thanksgiving snuck up on us. The Monday prior to Thanksgiving Ryan and I decided to do a date night with just the two of us. We went to Fluerie a restaurant we hadn’t tried. We both enjoy our meal; it was very good and a nice quaint atmosphere.

For Thanksgiving we drove Grammie and Abby down to Ryan’s parents. We spent a day or two there before we headed back to Charlottesville. Then the following morning Ryan and I drove to Blacksburg, to see my alma matter play Virginia. I was able to catch up and see a lot of friends along with my boss and his family. It was a really nice time a great long weekend which went by way too fast! The following weekend - first weekend of December. Friday night Ryan had his Christmas Party and Saturday morning Ryan and I volunteered for the toy lift which was a great experience. Then that night we went to my work Christmas Party at Alice’s house. That was very nice, catered with great food! The following weekend Ryan and I left for Shane’s graduation, with Kyle and Abby of Course. We had a nice dinner with Ryan’s mom and my mom. Then we were at Shane’s UNC graduation all day Sunday. We got to see family which was very nice too! If I get any pictures back from Family I will add them too.

I am a few weeks behind so had to think back on where to start….

Saturday the 4th, Ryan had the work the pre-game. In the meantime I took Randy & Meredith to King Family Winery in Crozet and then we went to Starr Hill Brewery in Crozet as well. We too tried some Crozet Pizza (very good) and then headed to tailgate for the Maryland Game. After the game Ryan, Randy, Meredith and I tailgated for a little longer. I will have pictures up soon from this day.

Friday the 10th, Renee came into town with Jay. I connected the two of them. Jay flew into Richmond Airport where Renee picked him up on her way into Charlottesville. We went to a late dinner with Katie and Michael.

Saturday the 11th, Ryan and I woke early. I went to a ropes course for Junior League and Ryan had to work the pregame as usual. Once I returned Sarah drove me, Renee and Jay to the game. After the game all of met Katie, Michael and Caroline! Yea, Caroline was in town too, a mini high school reunion. We all tailgated together, then came home to re-group and head to McGrady’s for dinner where we was a good time, too bad I couldn’t spend more time with Caroline.

Sunday the 12th, I attended Suzanne’s baby shower. She’s due with Baby Owen in December, sooo exciting. She is my friend, neighbor and hair stylist, cannot beat that! After her baby shower Ryan and I headed to Alice’s house for a fun country barn work party where we learned how to square dance!

And finally I have caught up to this past weekend. Friday Ryan flew to Cincinnati to hang out with Kyle and my dad and see the Bengals vs. Steelers game today. Friday night I babysat and Saturday day I babysat as well. I love babysitting. They are all so cute, each have their own personality and are just so adorable. Saturday night I had Dinner at Sarah’s and then came home to finish watching my Hokies loose (sooo sad). I slept in this morning which felt great! Then I just did laundry, took Abby on a jog, and went to church. It was a nice and relaxing day, but I did miss my hubby this weekend! I cannot wait till I pick him up at the airport tomorrow!

This week, I have Junior League on Tuesday and Thursday I have book club, which I am looking forward to since I missed the last one. Friday, Ryan and I will be driving to Atlanta for the Georgia Tech vs. UVA game. We will be there for the weekend. Hopefully I will get some pictures from there too.

And now for this week, I have been a busy bee again.

· Monday, I volunteered and then had dinner with my hubby

· Tuesday Abby and I went to cheer on Ry at his softball game and they won!

· Wednesday I had a jewelry, drinks and fun party with some junior league girls

· Last night, I babysat and….

· Tonight I am babysitting too then going to meet up with Ryan and Meredith & Randy who come into town tonight for the Maryland game.

· Tomorrow we will be chillin and then headed to the 7PM Maryland vs UVA game at Scott Stadium.

Well I guess that’s it for now. I will be back blogging soon. I hope everyone has a great weekend!

Sara's Wedding

· Monday, September 22nd I volunteered after work.

· Tuesday, I had a junior league meeting, so had to miss Ryan’s softball game.

· Wednesday, we had dinner with donors at MAS http://www.mastapas.com/; it was very yummy! I loved it!

· Thursday we left for Sara’s wedding weekend. Abby stayed at Grandma & Grandpa White’s while we drove my mom to Wilmington with us. Our weekend was packed with great events.

o Bridal luncheon

o Rehearsal dinner and reception followed at the hotel

o Wedding day with make-up, food and helping Sara get dressed and then the beautiful wedding at Airlee Gardens http://www.airliegardens.org/

o Sunday had a goodbye brunch.

· All the food was amazing!

· Now Sara and Chris are on their well deserved honeymoon in Maui! CONGRATS!

NC State Game

• Monday, Spetember 15th was Ryan’s Birthday. We went to dinner at a new Japanese Restaurant not far from our place. • Tuesday, Ryan had softball and Abby and I went to cheer him on. • Wednesday night I babysat • Thursday we had friends over for some grilled chicken. • Friday, Ryan picked up Grammie and we drove down to Raleigh for the NC State game on Saturday. They beat ECU and it was amazing. I like to say we are good luck for State. Sunday we went to church with Grammie, Harriet and Jay and then lunch at a hiabatchi place. It was a good visit. Then we had to get back to get Grammie home and make it to another softball game.

Weekend Abby & I are on our own ...

Yesterday, Ryan left with the football team for the game in Connecticut. Last night I took Abby running and then got ready and headed up the street to Kristin & Scott’s place. They were hosting a Mexican theme night. I had a good time, but of course missed my honey! Today I slept in, took Abby running which she was way too tired so I had to bring her home sooner than I wanted. Instead I just took my bike out and rode around for a while. Then I finished up some laundry and now I am about to go babysit. I rented a couple movies for me to maybe watch over the next couple of days. Late tonight (early morning Sunday) Ryan will be coming home, but I will be sleeping. I am looking forward to spending some time with him tomorrow.

Hope all our readers are doing well! More to write in a week or so.

2nd week in September

Saturday the 6th, UVA beat Richmond and I went to the game a little late since it was raining and I had things to get done around the house. Then Sunday Ryan left to go watch UVA’s women’s golf in Maryland. Sunday night after church I went to the Brooks and Dunn Concert with three of my neighborhood girlfriends. I got free tickets from Ryan’s boss, so I was so excited to see that!

Ryan came back on Monday evening and Monday evening I Volunteered at the Hospital. Tuesday, I had my first provisional Junior League of Charlottesville Meeting. It was good and I met a few more new Charlottesville girls. Junior League is all about forming new friendships, connections along with the big part of helping out our local community by volunteering. I am looking forward to a fun year. Wednesday Ryan had a Richmond Social to attend and I just ate at home and watched the movie Juno I really liked it!

Labor Day Weekend

On a very hot day, UVA did lose to USC. Following the game, Trevor took Ryan, Kyle and I to a nice dinner at The Upstairs in Downtown Charlottesville http://theupstairscharlottesville.com/index.html. The next day, Trevor and his friend left very early for the airport and Ryan and I left in the morning for the Hodge’s lake house. We had a nice time and it turned out to be a nice couple of days.