19 years
I would say “I do,” again in a heartbeat. Married life has definitely been full of joys, sorrows, and plenty of unexpected events, but I can’t imagine navigating it all without this guy by my side.
Happy Anniversary to my grill master!
Tag: Veronica
2021-2022 Ski/snowboard season here we come! 🎿🏂
Trollhaugen had a ski swap and other activities today. One of the things we did was ride the chairlift up and walk down.
We also picked up our passes and Jake bought some new gear. It’s been over 20 years, so we figured he was due!
Visit from the Schmidtshow
My cousin and his family came to visit over the weekend. 8 kids, 4 adults, lots of laughs, and new memories made. The kids connected like they were old friends, which was awesome to see. The adults enjoyed sitting around the kitchen table and catching up over Crown Royal peach with sweet tea. We took in a Twins game (unfortunately, they did not win,) but it didn’t matter. It was just great to get to spend time with family.
This is what family looks like.
Duluth day trip
I haven’t seen my aunt and uncle (my godparents) in over two years. A lot has happened to all of us during those two years. Seeing them today and being able to catch up in person was so good for my heart.
My aunt Deb gifted me a cedar chest that my grandfather made and several knitted items that my grandma and her twin sister made. I had asked her to write up a brief history of the piece, which will be a treasured piece of information about the chest that I will keep with it.
Here it is in its new location in our home.
Aunt Deb introduced me and the girls to diamond dots. (The peacock in the photo of the two of us was done by her.) She sent home three mini kits for us to try.
Family wedding 🥂
Weddings are often the only time we get a “fancy” family photo. Today we attended the vow renewal and reception for one of Jake’s cousins. It was a beautiful day and a fun reason to celebrate with family.
No, Jake isn’t shorter than Shecklet #1…yet. He’s leaning forward a bit in the above photo, so it looks like Shecklet #1 has passed him up.
Temporary fix
My driver’s side mirror was damaged and the whole mirror arm needs replacement. In order to find the exact product number, Jake had to remove the mirror glass. Unfortunately, the glass couldn’t be reinstalled while we waited for the new arm to be delivered. This is my temporary fix (a blind spot mirror) until the new one arrives and Jake can install it.
I can’t wait to be able to see using a real mirror again!
First day of school – 2021
Here we go! Returning to the school buildings for in-person instruction for the first time since March 2020.
Love these crazy kids so much!
Painting…again
While Jake was on the road, I decided to repaint the basement bedroom (that I have also wanted to repaint for years!) Finally made it a priority this weekend. I also had a helper 😊
Before and after:
Moving to FL
Our good friends are headed back to FL. We are going to miss them so much!
Jake is helping them drive down and will fly back on Sunday.
