The Siler family

January 19, 2012

Lots of things going on!

As Most of you know by now, Chris was promoted to Chief on January 1, 2012. So far, he has made a successful transition and is very dedicated to doing a great job. I have NO doubt in my mind that he will continue to excel and do great!

We have had LOTS of amazing sunrises and sunsets here lately.... Unfortunately (fortunately?) we are surrounded by lots of trees so it's been hard to get a good picture. I have been meaning to go to my special place (I call it the edge of the world) to get a great sunset picture... but by the time I remember, it's too late! The rain is here for now... But I'm certain I'll get another opportunity in the near future.

The girls LOVE to bounce on these new work out resistance bands that we have. I use them to help me with pulls ups.... :-)

I have renewed my licence once again.... I am officially a paramedic for another 2 years. :-) My paramedicine background has helped me tremendously in nursing school, and I suspect that my previous knowledge will continue to help me through the rest of the program.

Ice cream bliss.... LOL

We have all had a blast watching the football games lately. I'm a Patriots fan, Maddie and Ava are Bronco fans, and Chris loves Green Bay.... So happy that my Patriots are doing so well!!! I am certain we will see them on Feb. 5 for Superbowl!

Now this is what I call dedication.... This is Chris before church... LOL

Ava learned to climb the redwood tree all by herself... Yay Ava!!!

Lucy drew me this beautiful picture... how sweet!!!

Another sunrise.... :-)

December 29, 2011

New outfits from Christmas!

Thank you Grandma! We love our new outfits!! :-)

It's offcial, Chris is a Battalion Chief!!!

It's time so say good-bye to the red helmet...

I took this photo of Chris right before his BC interview on December 21st... Although he looks happy in this photo, I know he was nervous about his interview. (And probably annoyed with me for taking photos!)

And here is the notice!!! It was a long 7 days of waiting, but the e-mail finally came out yesterday!!!

Chris picked up his helmet and badge today from the fire Chief... I told him the helmet is way white... He definitely needs to go get it dirty! :-) Congrats again Chris... All your girls are very proud of you!!! XOXOXO