I've got mail...

I love checking my mail this time of year, anticipating Christmas cards from friends and family. It's fun to see how families have changed during the last year, and I like pictures. Today, I didn't get any Christmas cards...boo, BUT, I got something just as exciting! It was our confirmation and welcome letter from the Stephanie Inn at Cannon Beach. That's right, I have FINALLY felt comfortable leaving my kids overnight and am going on a vacation with my Hunny!!! It only took 6 1/2 years for me to realize that we NEED time away together, just he and I. We haven't been away together, alone for even one night since our Honeymoon, so ya, we're overdue! This year we weren't able to do anything for our anniversary because we were away for a dear friends funeral. Then we had planned to go down to Vegas with some friends for the NCAA tournament, but it didn't pan out. So, I told Shane we needed to do something else instead. I cannot even tell you how excited I am to go to Cannon Beach. It can be raining, windy, cold, sunny, I don't care, I'll take it! I just want to be away, alone with Shane. Some may think it's funny that I picked Cannon Beach. But there are a couple reasons why~First, it is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Second, there is not a lot do to there, it's a place where you are FORCED to relax, and that's exactly what we need. There is one other wee reason, it's still close enough for me to get home quickly if my babes need me! Lastly, this hotel sounds AMAZING! One of my dearest friends has stayed there and filled me in on everything. Thanks again April for helping us out with beach house, hotel, all lodging options! I can't wait to see you down there! I won't drag this on any more, and will definitely post some things about our trip, it won't be until February(Valentine's weekend.) I just wanted to share how excited I am =)
PS~I've included some pictures of our summer vacations down at the Oregon Coast...some are 4 years old, how time flies. Olivia looks like a teeny tiny baby girl in some, and I have a big ole' belly in others(little NJP was tucked away in there.)