I DID IT!

It's official...I AM AN ADULT! Thanksgiving dinner was a hit. The turkey was the perfect golden brown and juicy, everyone loved it. Talk about a feeling of accomplishment. Thanksgiving was a fun day too. All the family was here except for my dad who wasn't feeling well and Jim & Ang. We laughed, watched an awesome Green Bay game (GO PACK!) and enjoyed spending time as a family. I'm so thankful that my families get along so well, are close by, and enjoy eachother.

Jackson oh how I laugh at him. He is learning textures so he's constantly touching and feeling. It is so funny to watch him discover something new, like the stubble on Rich's face. He isn't quite sure what he thinks of it but he just sets there are touches then gives Rich the funniest look. I can't believe how well he is doing. Either the teething tablets that I got for him are working or the fussy baby that appeared for a few weeks decided to leave and I have the cutest little cuddle bug who just smiles and laughs (I greatly prefer the later...).

We are planning a date night Saturday. Jackson is spending the night with GramsZ and Pa while mommy and daddy do Christmas decorating and dinner on the town. This will be only the second date that Rich and I have had since Jackson. I firmly believe that we need time for eachother as much as we do spending time with him. Plus it also makes Jackson aware of being ok with other people and not totally dependent on us. I love the fact that he doesn't know a stranger, doesn't cry, that anyone he meets he just smiles. Of course when he is older we will have to change that a little bit but I'm sure he will adapt just fine.

With the year winding down we are making some changes. The biggest one is setting a budget and paying off debt. It seems like a never ending battle but Rich and I both have dreams that we know the only way to accomplish them is with hard work and getting rid of the debt burden. So we have been realistic and decided to tackle the dreaded credit cards first. I wish there was a magic potion that would take them away but there isn't so I guess overtime it is for him and I.

Pictures to come of our Christmas Tree!