What life is all about...

Every now and then life faces you with a moment of realization- or questioning- of its real meaning. In my case it has happened more often in my 30s than ever before and I realized that it is because I am finally defining myself as a woman and human being.

For a long time I have been"shaped and molded" into the person I am going to be when I grow up. All the mistakes made, the good and bad choices, the people met and the friendships made. The multiple jobs, self taught endeavours and accomplished tasks. The leaps of faith, and brave choices believing in a change for good (like moving to a different country for example). They have all had a major role in who I am today, for better or for worse.

The good thing is that I am pleased! I came to a point in my life where I know what I like and what I don't like.

I decided to keep my life simple: Family, friends, traditions and a good cup of tea, snuggled under a cozy quilt, make me the happiest woman ever.

Nothing else matters. Live life the way you lkike to live it and give until it hurts.

Salud,
Ceci

Party at Applecrest

What a great party! Thank you Todd and Jen for opening your warm house to us last night. The Beef a la Maryland was delicious and so were the appetizers, side dishes and yummy treats.

Peter, you did a wonderful job in keeping the "magic alive". Justine, what can we say. So glad you got the special gift and not us!! Linda, so sorry for the loss of the moose, but I must say it was a funny move on Tami's part. Fun ending for a fun game.

We wish everybody a very mery Christmas and a healthy, happy and successful 2008.

Don't forget to check the photos from last night and an excerpt of Santa's visit.

Feliz Navidad!
The Crosbie-Villasecas

Here's a short video of Santa's visit to Applecrest. Good job Santa!!!