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Back in the Game

It seemed as soon as we landed in Detroit from Shanghai that it was time for a road trip. I got home Friday only to leave Saturday am for a great weekend planned out by Joe.  After doing some research, he brought up the idea of going to Detroit to see a Wings and Lions game. He was so cute, googling and planning it on his own and of course we said yes.  I had a little jet lag but seeing my boys have so much fun was worth all the jet lag in the world.

So I start out this week with a nice long list:  finalizing results of boys model search and mailing spread the love nominations (and notifying you if yours was chosen), finishing Xmas shopping for the 435 Xmas party on Friday, replying to the 40+ emails that have been waiting for some thought and attention, and getting all Fall 2012 details done as well as looking over Spring 2012 photos. It doesn’t sound like much but I am already overwhelmed. But as long as I knock out as much as I can each day I should be back in the game by Friday. So if you’re waiting on any of those listed..I’m working on it!

Off to see my dear friend Jenni’s baby first!~ Then game on.

    

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Jenni Broyles - December 12, 2011 - 8:47 am

Hang in there!!! I’m glad you stopped and rejuvenated with some family time before hitting your “to do” list!!! I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed myself and thought I would stop by the MJC blog for a pick-me-up. MJC always lifts my spirit!

Brandi Samm - December 12, 2011 - 8:51 am

Sounds like a busy week ahead!! Can’t wait to read the Spread the Love nominee info!!

pamela r. - December 12, 2011 - 8:51 am

make a list and keeping checking it twice- ask those sweet ladies at 435 to help you out. keep the holiday music going on in the background (michael buble” christmas playing here). know that what doesn’t get done today- there is time tomorrow.
i’m telling this to myself here also. just decorating our tree today and counting my blessing one at a time. hope you find reason to smile between your task. what a perfect way to start your day and week, kissing fresh new baby cheeks!! blessings!! happy holidays!!

Tiffany B - December 12, 2011 - 8:54 am

He is so amazingly cute, handsome, and a whole lot of awesomeness.

Gran - December 12, 2011 - 8:55 am

Goodness Denise I got tired just reading your list. I think that is wonderful that Joe planned the outing for your family. Let’s see is he going to be an event planner????? Glad you are back. Know the 433/435 gals missed you.

michelle yager-french - December 12, 2011 - 8:56 am

may not seem like a lot!! Really yes it does! I am always in the same position to much to do!! Glad u had a safe trip and I hope everyone gives u a break for few days! Merry Xmas to everyone at MJC!!!

Jamie Hicks - December 12, 2011 - 8:57 am

He is SO handsome!!!!

And I can’t cross anything else in excitement and hope for the boys contest!!

Kris Dub - December 12, 2011 - 9:08 am

He is SO so handsome. What a great dimple and smile.

Alison - December 12, 2011 - 9:12 am

WOW — Noah and Joe would be best buds… I can’t think of anything Noah would love more than to see the WINGS and LIONS in the same weekend. All he is wants for Christmas is tickets to games and Jersey’s. He takes his Stafford Jersey to school in his backpack for recess because you just “have to wear a jersey to be QB MOM”… and I won’t let him wear it every day :) .

R.Christie - December 12, 2011 - 9:15 am

Great pics! Welcome back and Happy Holidays!

Shanna S. - December 12, 2011 - 9:18 am

Look forward to seeing the results of the cute boy search! AND can’t wait for some sneaks of spring. . . .

Beth Killian - December 12, 2011 - 9:23 am

welcome back! make a list and start crossing things off, I like to be able to visualize that I have actually accomplished something!

Ky Pyke - December 12, 2011 - 9:36 am

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Leslie Click - December 12, 2011 - 9:40 am

It overwhelms me just reading your list!!! Remember to breathe!!! Merry Christmas- glad you’re back! :)

Melissa Allesi - December 12, 2011 - 9:42 am

Great pics! He is so handsome! Take care and have a great week!

mary sennhenn patterson - December 12, 2011 - 9:48 am

very cute pics. can’t wait to see the new spring line!! :) happy holidays!

Amber Vaughn - December 12, 2011 - 9:55 am

Thank you for that..now my crazy list of stuff to do doesn’t seem to bad..don’t forget to take time to breath:) by the way love those pics.. So much carefree fun and love for life .

Dawn - December 12, 2011 - 9:55 am

I love JOE, love the pictures, love his spirit! I’ve never met the kid, but I feel like I know him:)

Julie Divjak - December 12, 2011 - 9:59 am

Peace, Love, & Joy!

Melissa B - December 12, 2011 - 10:07 am

That is a TON to do when you’re jet-lagged! When we came home from China, it took me 3 weeks to recover from the “fog.” :) So I wish you luck on that list!!!

yoga_lat_te - December 12, 2011 - 10:24 am

Oh my gosh, all of a sudden, he looks *so* grown up … and *so* handsome! Hope you all had a fun time at the game!

Peggy J - December 12, 2011 - 10:34 am

Merry Christmas ladies

Kena S. - December 12, 2011 - 10:36 am

Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!

Rachel Kee - December 12, 2011 - 10:39 am

Love the pics! He is getting so big! Okay now…WHAT BOY’S MODELING CONTEST? HOW oh HOW did I miss that? Everyone says Collin needs to model..especially now that he is on meds. I know I’m his mom but he oozes ooey gooey sweetness even in pictures!

Skylar's Grandmother - December 12, 2011 - 10:58 am

Would love a hobo bag!

Lil - December 12, 2011 - 11:02 am

have fun!

Sandy - December 12, 2011 - 12:26 pm

Wow – so much fun! Have a great time with your guys! Praying that you don’t get overwhelmed doing so many things!

LQQME2 - December 12, 2011 - 1:04 pm

Glad you took time to breathe! Hopefully you have been rejuvinated to tackle your list. You have one handsome son! How amazing that his parents went with his plans too…he must feel awesome!!

Meghan Stowers - December 12, 2011 - 6:13 pm

Denise!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE these pictures of Joe!

Denise - December 12, 2011 - 7:05 pm

Thanks Meghan! He is so self conscious about his teeth he barely shows them. And when he does, I lOVE it cuz they are BEAUTIFUL

Vanessa Blevins - December 12, 2011 - 9:57 pm

This time of year has a way f piling up your plate when you blink! Don’t worry all will work out in the end.

Monika - December 14, 2011 - 10:35 am

Love these pics!!!

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