Back in Alaska!

It is always hard to come home after such an amazing vacation. Family, sun, runs, and my favorite foods... It was a perfect getaway. We arrived back just in time for Jake and my 3rd wedding anniversary.

We had Gavin scheduled to go to daycare that day so that we could have a "date day," but instead he had surgery!  Gavin has had 6 ear infections in the last 4 months, so after seeing an ENT specialist, we decided it was a good idea to get ear tubes placed.

Cutest little patient I ever did see.

He did GREAT in the surgery and was a champ all day.  We're now 10 days post-op, and although he has a cold, he has NO sign of an ear infection which is a first :)

Best Buds, Reunited. 

Making Mom Breakfast. One Omelet, coming up!

It's hard to believe we've already been married 3 years.

The first year of marriage we spent apart while I was in PA school. The second year we got a puppy, sold a house, bought a house, and got pregnant. The third year we were given the greatest gift... Gavin.  It's been an amazing few years, and cliche as it may be, I can't wait to see what else is in store.  Jake's pretty much the best.

I'm one lucky lady.
I thank God every day for this husband!

Jake, you are my favorite.

My sister and I rang in the new year with 15 miles for 2015.

It was a perfect way to start a new year of running!  I wish I could say I had big, lofty goals for the year, but my goal is to run strong, run long, and not get injured.  I hope to run more trail races, and hopefully a marathon or two.  Ultimately, I just want to have a fun time. (Wow, has becoming a mom changed me or what!)

I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas and New Year!  

Vegas Vacation!

Before flying back to Alaska from Las Vegas, Jake and I went on a date out on the town for our anniversary celebration #1!  (Having a built-in sitter was amazing... we sure miss my parents and so does Gavin!)

We walked down the strip and although we were both tired (when will Gavin sleep for more than 1.5 stretches?!) the energy was contagious! A certain husband told me for days that we should make diner reservations, but for some reason I figured it wouldn't be an issue so... it never happened. We arrived at the restaurant, Pampas Brazilian Steakhouse, and immediately saw a line out the door. Oops. 

I saw a man in a suit who looked important and asked him how long the wait was going to be. He said, "Eek, no reservations? At least 45 minutes." Did I mention it was 6:30 and neither Jake or myself had eaten since breakfast?

One word:

HANGRY.   

We politely asked if we could wait at the bar, and he said he could actually seat us there & eat off the full menu there. Best anniversary gift ever. 

If you've never heard of/been to a Brazialian Steakhouse, they basically are a carnivore's dream come true. Servers walk around with meat on giant skewers and shave off as much as your gluttonous heart desires. The Brazilian steakhouse was my gift to Jake because I don't really care for meat. They had a great "cold bar" with salads and vegetables... and the best part? They made me a huge skewer of roasted vegetables to enjoy. Heaven. 

Paired with decadent white Sangria, my wonderful date, and only a few belligerent Las Vegans at the bar... It was a perfect dinner. :) 

We wandered in the Planet Hollywood Miracle Mile shops for a bit to let our food settle, then we went to watch the Bellagio fountain show. Best 3 minutes ever. Stunning. 

Then the night got crazy. Jake gave us each a dollar to use at the slot machine of our choice.

Jake lost his dollar in one push of a button :( I chose a quarter slot - risky, I know.  

But.. it was my lucky day!

He even let me keep my winnings. We quit while we were ahead and called it a night.

10:00PM. We're getting old.

It was a perfect night with the love of my life.