The waiting is over...

We found out Phil has passed all 4 sections of the CPA exam. I am so proud of my smart husband. What a great present for this relaxing holiday season.

FREE AT LAST!

I finished my last final today. Man does it feel good! I can't believe I am really done with school, amazing. Perfect timing for Phil to come to Utah tomorrow. I can't wait! Oh by the way Phil has now found out he has passed 3 of the 4 sections of the CPA, yay! One score left to go!

Christmas Time!

This is at the Ewell Christmas party. We were so lucky to have Santa come (the little kids were excited as well). I love the Christmas season. Here are a few of my favorite things about Christmas...

• My Nativity Set: I love the sweet reminder in gives us about Christmas' meaning.
• Family: I love being around our loved ones on holidays, I just wish we could be with all of them (too bad Utah, Texas, and California aren't closer).
• Christmas Mints: My mom has made mints since I can remember and I have made my own for gifts the past 5 years. Today between me, my mom, my sister Brittany, and my mom's friend Kim we made 14 batches which is 70 boxes and we are only half way done! Also, I get to teach my friend Bobbi on Wednesday which will be lots of fun!
• Christmas Lights: When else do you get an good excuse to put shiny, sparkly things around your house.
• Giving: giving gifts is one of my favorite things to do but it can also be considered a weakness because sometimes I spend a bit too much.

Oh Happy Day!

It's official! We closed on our house today after my sweet husband filled out papers for almost two hours. It’ll be so nice to drive to Texas after Christmas and move right into our home together. We’ll post pictures of it once we move in.

Thanksgiving Vacation

Phil and I went out to his Dad's in California last week for Thanksgiving. We had such a great Thanksgiving and it was so nice to see his Dad's family and his sister Heidi and her family. We don't get to see them often so we tried to soak up every moment. Thanksgiving is by far my favorite holiday. Family, great food, and fun- what more could you ask for? Here are a few pictures of the week. Thanks Harrison's for inviting us out! It was a blast.

At the tide pools
Harrison Family
Phil & Spencer Whetten Family
Andrew was the best buddy
Katy & Lauren

Lauren & Caleb

Cute Blake

Lauren loved the beach, can you tell?

I love all of these kids! They were so sweet and fun to be around. We miss you all already!