New Years 2008

For the first time in years, like 7 years Derek and I went out. We put the kids to bed at 8:30 and had Meg come over at 9. We went over to Jimmy and Nicole McEachrin's to just hang out. We ended up taking Vanessa with us. Another couple was there and we planned on playing some games. A few of Derek's other friends showed so everyone sat around and talked. I actually ended up playing with Vanessa until she had had enough. I hoped she would have gone back to sleep but no luck. We ended up leaving early and getting home at 11:45. Vanessa fell asleep and Derek and I just lounged and played Mario Galaxy. I loved it. I like doing things with other couples but feel out of the loop when it is Derek's single friends around. When we move we hope to host a lot of things so that will be cool. We should be moving in the next two weeks. I hope that we do since Derek has already invited friends over for the Super Bowl.

I did make a few resolutions this year. They are the same as always

• lose those last 80 lbs of baby weight that are still hanging on.
• cut back on wasteful shopping. I spend too much money on crap.
• Eat healthy with the kids. They have my nasty candy habit/addiction.
• Attend church every Sunday and for all 3 hours. I think it will help now that I have been called to teach the 6/7 year old class. I think it is really important that Xavier and Eli get used to going to their own class and not being with me all the time.
• And just work on being a nicer, happier, all around better person.