Guy Family Christmas

This year we had my dad's side of the family over for Christmas- usually we have it at my Grandma Guy's but she can't "do it all" anymore. We had fun being hosts for the day eating lots of food, drinking egg nog, and playing games with the family. Justin was a good sport throughout all the "family togetherness" :) Does he look a little tired? haha

Mom & I next to all the food....hmmmmm how'd that happen!?

All the guys got hunting hats this year- so it was only appropriate to take this picture! So funny!

I decided to humor Justin and wear his.....do I look like a hunter woman?

Everyone somehow fit in our tiny space by the fireplace! After several timed camera flashes and switching places many times...we got this picture! We were missing a few kids but it was a good day and everyone had fun being together. Right Justin? :)

We are now 2 days from London!!!! I may not have another post until my return....but you can bet A LOT of posts will come after. Merry Christmas to everyone & Happy New Year! Love, E & J

Britten Banners Rave!

This year Darcy Britten (we're in the masters program together) invited all of our WMU cohort to her annual Britten Banner Xmas party- this years theme: Rave! She and her husband Paul Britten throw a Christmas party each year for their customers and employees, and friends & family! We were "on the list" this year as Counselors. So cool! There were between 300-400 people there. Glowing necclaces, rings, and bracelets were handed out at the door along with flashing drink cups with your choice of festive beverage. Two bars, a very good DJ playing 80's music, snacks, and good company. The night was a total BLAST!

Justin was flashy in his shiny black shirt and pants :) He even wore the glowing ring!

Stacey Hiltz and I chose the necclaces and festive drinks! She drove all the way from Lake City to party with us!

Kim wore her festive green shirt to the Rave....I stuck with a little black dress which was perfect for the occasion. (though a little hard to dance in)

Here is Darcy. She is our unofficial Cohort 9 "mom". She is adorable, smart, beautiful, and SO caring of us all. I am lucky to know her and call her my friend :) Thanks for a smashing party Darcy! We love you.

You're looking at 5 future counselors! Starting from the top going clockwise is Mike (he's a great guy, and one of the only in our cohort-community counseling), Stacey- also community counseling, Me- school counselor, Kim- community counseling for now...maybe school later, and Jackie-Hollistic counseling. Look us up in a couple years! It was great to bring everyone together outside of the classroom- along with our signigicant others as well. A chance for everyone to meet and hang out! Good times were had by all- I danced almost EVERY song too! (shocking I know) Merry Christmas!