2010 in Review...
Well, since I didn't get Christmas cards out this year I figured I would make some use of my blog and do it electronically. I haven't made my blog a priority lately but we have had some fun things happen the past couple months which I will incorporate into our year of review.
This year Adam lost an incredible 100 lbs! He did it the old fashioned way with lots and lots of exercise and watching his calorie intake. He biked, walked, ran, oftentimes working out up to 4 hours each day 6-7 days per week. 
He also picked up an old hobby of creative writing and started 2 blogs....Vanishing America & Scribbles. He also continued to take photos throughout the year and write stories about them. Although the economy has presented its challenges with his work, he is still employed which we are very grateful for.
He also picked up an old hobby of creative writing and started 2 blogs....Vanishing America & Scribbles. He also continued to take photos throughout the year and write stories about them. Although the economy has presented its challenges with his work, he is still employed which we are very grateful for.I, Shelly, also shed some much needed weight by simply trying to keep up with Adam all spring and summer. In the spring I picked up a new hobby and learned how to tat which has proven to be a fun stress relieving hobby that keeps my hands busy. 
I, my Mom and sister Kindra finished our block of the month quilt class in June. We worked for months afterwards hand sewing on the intricate appliqués. The quilts all turned out beautiful and it was a fun project to accomplish together. 
In July I crossed over the half way mark to retirement and began my 15th year with American Fork City. Only 15 more years to go...I hope they go as fast as the first 15 did!
I, my Mom and sister Kindra finished our block of the month quilt class in June. We worked for months afterwards hand sewing on the intricate appliqués. The quilts all turned out beautiful and it was a fun project to accomplish together. In July I crossed over the half way mark to retirement and began my 15th year with American Fork City. Only 15 more years to go...I hope they go as fast as the first 15 did!AJ turned 16 in February and it was a year full of firsts for him. He got his drivers license, got his first job, had his first date, first girlfriend and first car accident (only a minor accident luckily). In October we sold his jeep which was a bitter sweet event. 
He is a Junior this year at American Fork High School. Every other day he goes to Lone Peak High School for one class where he gets to spend lunch with his Grandma before class which he loves. He is currently working at Dicky's BBQ pit and is saving up his money so he can play football his Senior year.
He is a Junior this year at American Fork High School. Every other day he goes to Lone Peak High School for one class where he gets to spend lunch with his Grandma before class which he loves. He is currently working at Dicky's BBQ pit and is saving up his money so he can play football his Senior year.Mike turned 13 in February and started his 8th grade year. In January he was involved in an unfortunate event at school and suffered a broken shoulder. He spent the next 10 weeks healing and going to physical therapy. He was given a clean bill of health just in time for the track team to start which he excelled at. 
In the fall he played the position of defensive tackle for the 8th grade football team and dominated the defensive line. He was a valuable asset to his team and they made it to the second round of the playoffs. He is very self motivated and likes to keep in shape for football. He goes to weights three times a week at the High School and has set big goals for his 9th grade year.
In the fall he played the position of defensive tackle for the 8th grade football team and dominated the defensive line. He was a valuable asset to his team and they made it to the second round of the playoffs. He is very self motivated and likes to keep in shape for football. He goes to weights three times a week at the High School and has set big goals for his 9th grade year.Family highlights for 2010....
Adam & I celebrated our 17th wedding anniversary. Adam & I went on another cruise in the spring and as always, had a wonderful time. In May we added Colonel Leonard Boots to our family. 
He keeps us entertained and is such a fun addition to our family. In June we all ran the running with angels 5k at Thanksgiving point, which was Adam & I's first 5k. In July we enjoyed a relaxing vacation in Bear Lake. 
We took our bikes and enjoyed riding them into town. Adam (the over achiever that he is) rode his bike to the Idaho boarder one morning while everyone was still snoozing away. The fall always keeps us busy with football, football and more football. In November we flew to Illinois for the Utah vs Notre Dame game. We were able to drive into Chicago for a day and ever since, AJ hasn't stopped talking about the deep dish pizza from Giodano's.
He keeps us entertained and is such a fun addition to our family. In June we all ran the running with angels 5k at Thanksgiving point, which was Adam & I's first 5k. In July we enjoyed a relaxing vacation in Bear Lake. We took our bikes and enjoyed riding them into town. Adam (the over achiever that he is) rode his bike to the Idaho boarder one morning while everyone was still snoozing away. The fall always keeps us busy with football, football and more football. In November we flew to Illinois for the Utah vs Notre Dame game. We were able to drive into Chicago for a day and ever since, AJ hasn't stopped talking about the deep dish pizza from Giodano's. 
We then drove to South Bend, Indiana and enjoyed going to the College Football Hall of Fame and the Notre Dame campus. 
After the game we traveled the entire width of Indiana to Sandusky,Ohio where we met up with my sister Alison and her family for a day of fun at the Great Wolfe Lodge. 
It was a year full of firsts and fun. We feel blessed to all be in good health, employed and under the watchful care of our Savior.
After the game we traveled the entire width of Indiana to Sandusky,Ohio where we met up with my sister Alison and her family for a day of fun at the Great Wolfe Lodge. It was a year full of firsts and fun. We feel blessed to all be in good health, employed and under the watchful care of our Savior. 
