The Little Things.

I was so happy to see the holiday blend at Costco.  Of course, I picked up a box (or two).  I immediately started singing Christmas Carols in my head, specifically "It's the most wonderful time of the year".

Hildi is simply amazing.  I just feel like a million bucks when she cuts my hair.

Our Bee Hive Meals have been simply amazing.  I am hooked.  We have not let a tiny bite go to waste!

The first sunset was mine to enjoy and share.

The second sunset was for Kendall to enjoy and share.

Kendall went to art in the park and bought me this stunning Hydrangea leaf dish.  It has been a perfect companion to my coffee station.

I know this may come as a surprise, but I can be quite particular.  For years, I have been on the hunt for the PERFECT dog bed.  One that has a zip off cover that fits the kennel perfectly.  These are standard kennels, so I cannot fathom why there are not crate mats that fit them perfectly.  They are either too big or too small.  So, I talked my mom into helping me make some custom dog beds.  I must say, they turned out perfectly!

BSU Football

With Bentley attending BSU this year, she and Kendall have been attending some of the football games.  It has been fun for sure!  They attended the record breaking sold out game the week before homecoming.

Then they attended the orange out homecoming game.  Bentley is in the dance club and performed in the homecoming parade.  I did not get any pictures of that.

This shirt was quite hideous before Kendall took her scissors to it.  I think it turned out pretty cute.

Visit to University of Idaho. Go Vandals!

Kendall and I took a trip to Moscow to tour the U of  I campus and meet with the Business Department.  My sister came down to spend the weekend with us.  My niece Heather is attending school there and she picked out her favorite stomps for us to visit.

The campus was beautiful.  Hilly for sure.

Kendall thought the tree growing in the middle of the CNR building was quite fun.

Heather took us to a delicious Italian restaurant.

Then we went axe throwing.  She totally kicked our butts, but I did have ONE moment where I was in the lead.  It was the first throw and I had a lucky one:).

At the end, they gave us the giant axe to pose with.  We thought it best that Heather handle that one.

Then, all heck broke loose.  We were lucky to get out there alive!

On the way home the next day, Kendall and I stopped in McCall to eat at My Father's Place.  I just love it there.  Kendall had a sweet tooth and grabbed a sundae before we left.  It was giant!  She definitely needed help eating it, and I obliged.

HOCO.

Sidney is attending math at Borah this year.  It has been fun for her to experience traditional high school life.  She participated in spirit week, attended the football game and the dance.  It was a lot of fun for her.

On 'anything other than a back pack day' someone brought their dog to school.  Sidney had used a traffic cone.  After seeing this doggo, she was convinced she should have brought Pigeon with her.  Um, I think the school might have frowned on the idea of having a horse in the classroom.

Sidney made the school Instagram in her cookie monster pants for pajama day.

Hoco football game.

Half the fun of the Hoco dance were the endless trips to the mall to try on dresses with friends.

The other half of the fun was actually getting ready for the dance with friends.

I was on a college trip with Kendall, so my mom was awesome and came and took all of the amazing pictures.

What do I love the most, that these girls relished every moment of the evening.  They danced the night away and stayed until the very end.

Afterwards they went to IHOP for some food.  I had to giggle, when I asked Sid if they went to the one by the mall, she said "No.  I took a wrong turn and ended up on the connector so we just went downtown."

Then they did a quick stop at the store for items to make pancakes in the morning.  Good times!

The Pony Express.

Cowboy Campground hosted their second annual Pony Express Race.  In case you are not sure what that means, here is a definition.  The Pony Express Race is a timed event that explores the partnership between a horseperson and their equine mount. A cross-country obstacle challenge, the Pony Express Race tests the courage of the rider and confidence of the horse, demonstrates the versatility of the team and their ability to conquer the unknown, and finally is a testament to their physical and mental endurance as they battle through a multitude of challenges interwoven through a beautiful cross country track.

Sidney missed last year's event and was not going to make that same mistake again.  Her and Jayde woke up at 5 am to head up to Idaho City.  They were going to compete in a three person team with Noel.  Sabrina had the place all decked out, of course!

The participants got to walk their horses together through the course, before the race began.

The girls were in it to win it.  They wanted the buckle so badly.  There were nine teams competing.  Noel looked at the list and told the girls that the competition was fierce that they should compete hard but know that there were some very intense riders.  

The race starts with the first rider ringing the bell and ends when the third rider rings it at the end.  Jayde and Kaycee went first, followed by Sidney and Pigeon.  Noel and Maize took up the final leg.

At the awards ceremony, Sidney said she was literally shaking with anticipation.  When Sabrina called out the scores, she started with the lower scores.  When she got to second place and Sidney's team was not called, she could not contain her excitement.  Yes, they took first place.  It is Sidney's first buckle and Jayde's as well.  These girls were so excited, and it was extra special that they earned it together.  Neither of these girls grew up in horse families.  They have worked hard and played a lot of catch up. Well earned ladies!