Pulling Weeds

Went on a walk with Chêz, Eliza, and our miniature schnauzer, Taco, who just received a much needed haircut.

Our other dog, Queso, is a certified mutt and he's on vacation with my in-laws, who have ten acres of land for him to run on. He's a very hyper and nervous (but lovable) dog, so today's walk was quite a bit calmer than usual.

Don't be fooled by that cute face. He's crazy.

Pulled LOTS of weeds from the backyard. For months, those weeds have mocked me through the window of our living room. I would see them every time I sat down to watch TV and think, "I really need to pull those suckers. They're starting to take over." Today was the day. Plus it gave me the opportunity to use the new weed puller my in-laws got me for Christmas. In your face weeds!

Kick started a top secret project I'm working on.  I'm excited about it and will post more after the official reveal.

Swept off the back porch. 

Tried (and failed) talking my dad into taking the no tv challenge with me.  He balked at the idea of starting a TV fast during bowl season/NFL playoffs. I see his point, and I'll probably miss some good games, but I'm afraid that if I don't start now, I won't ever find "the right time".

Celebrated the incoming new year!  I'm sure I would have done that anyway, but I wanted an excuse to post this picture:

Happy 2012!  It's going to look much different for me than 2011.