Ice Ice Baby

Stopped to watch some ice-fishing on our way to Park City. Dave kept trying to get me to say "the mountains are pretty," but I was being a stink and wouldn't admit it because I was so over the cold and snow! Now looking back at these pictures I can say that they are indeed pretty. Ha!

Provo Castle

We had a little family outing. Dave took us to this cool castle-amphitheater against the hills in Provo. I've lived here 5 years and I had no idea it was even there! It was a pretty neat place, and gave great views of the city. Sally tasted some snow. She wouldn't crack a smile, she really doesn't like the cold!

Sally 6 Months

Scooting. You put your head down and use it as leverage to scoot toward what you want.

Spent 2.5 weeks in California this month! You were loving being outside so much. You got to play in the sand and on the back of a surfboard.

You got your legs dipped in the jacuzzi with Grandma Facer and Auntie Clare.

You had your 4^th flight! You were a dream! Much easier than the last flight.

You started sitting up on your own right before you turned 6 months.

We started solids a couple weeks ago. Oatmeal, Sweet Potatoes, and Butternut Squash are the staples.

We are getting antsy being inside all winter – you dislike the cold as much as I do. Putting on a coat is a s-t-r-u-g-g-l-e. So we are trying to get creative with fun things to do. We go to the library for story-time, walks when it’s not to bitter, trips to the mall and target (which is actually still enjoyable without spending money - everything is so shiny, and organized, and pretty :), baby-dates, and we go watch dad in his diving class. The first time we went to the diving class, you were a little unsure of the noise of the splashing and the bang of the diving-board, you were clinging to me so tight. I loved it.

Sometimes when I'm holding you and you don't want to get put down, you grab the sides of my neck and hair and jump up with your legs so they are tucked under. You only do this with me. It's like you've got your reins and you're not letting go!

I hold you in my arms and dance and spin you around – this brings a big smile to your face. You like music and always try to touch the radio.

2013 Review and New Years Resolution

I am making a 2013 family memory book, and I wrote out a list of pictures/events to remember, so I thought I would include the list here. A big year for this little Facer family!

JANUARY
   Started the year off with surfing, of course!
   Played on the frozen Utah Lake with Clare
FEBRUARY
   Valentine's Day - Found out we were having a GIRL!
   Ske + Rox Wedding
   Dave went Cat Skiing
MARCH
   Mason Jennings Concert
   Sleepovers with Steve and Clare
APRIL
   Hike in Provo Canyon
   Goodbye Escort - you were good to us, but you died
   Preggo Surfing
MAY
   Ellen Mother's Day Show!
   Memorial Day at Trestles
   Walked to Uppers with D and watched him shred
   3 Year Anniversary
JUNE
   Birthdays
   Laguna
   Dave San O BBQ and longboard session
   T-Street with Tyler & Sarah and baby Trey, Luke & Kari
   Dave goes to Mexico to find surf
JULY
   Sally is Born!
   4th of July - in the hospital, then home for fireworks from the window
AUGUST
   Beach Days with Baby
   Camping at Leo Carillo
   Colorado for Darren + Corinne Wedding
   Sally's Baby Blessing
SEPTEMBER
   Squaw Peak Hike
   Deer Valley Exploration
   Yellowstone
   Drive-in Movie
OCTOBER
   Alpine Loop
   Big Red Barn
   Vegas for Interview/CA trip
NOVEMBER
   Thanksgiving
DECEMBER
   Shan + James Wedding
   Sally 1st Christmas
   Ended with surfing, of course!


MY NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION
It seems past resolutions quickly fade or guilt trip - so this year, I'm trying something different. I am focusing on two quotes to help me become a better version of myself by 2015.

"Try a little harder, to be a little better."

"Decide who to be, and go be it."

This gives me the choice each day to focus on something different, and not to be weighed down by not hitting a specific goal or "missing a day." Each day is a chance to renew and reflect. It has been working great so far!