A New Year

We spent another New Year's Eve at home with some of our family and enjoying the heavenly food my mom made. At midnight we watched a ton of fire works light up the sky all over the city, thanks to the advantageous view we have. 

The highlight of the night for Alina was the two sips of apple cider that she had. Oh, right, and the "roasted pig". I had gone out earlier for a manicure and I arrived home to a happy Alina rinsing lettuce for her grandma. When I asked her where grandma was she replied, "She went out to roast the pig for our feast tonight!"

For Laura the highlight was watching the fireworks on TV and seeing them from our window at the same time. She excitedly exclaimed "Dois fire quacker!" pointing to the television and outside.

2011 was a year with plenty of progress, both personally and as a family. I pray that 2012 will be better in every way for us and all our loved ones, that we'll reach our family's and personal goals, and that we'll all remain safe and healthy. Cheers!   

Alina wanted to take pictures of us, so here are some of her shots.

Waiting for the special dinner that grandma prepared to be served:

Simply divine! The "porco pig" as Laurie called it.

Yum!

Cutie pie!