First Party After The New Year...

Pre-Party At Kristi & Justin's House

Saturday night was the first big party our group has had since the new year began. What better way to party then to celebrate my cousin Kristi's 30th Birthday in Hollywood. Kristi's husband, Justin, coordinated a party bus to take us from the southbay to Hollywood so no one would have to drink and drive. We went to this fairly new club called The Green Door and Mackenzie was able to hook all 30 of us up VIP style. It worked out perfectly! After we left the bar the bus took us back to Kristi and Jmar's for the after party. Overall Kristi had a night to remember!!

Party Bus

my cutie on the bus...Party Coordinator (Jmar) with the ladies...

Our 2008 Christmas Tree

Before we took down this year's Christmas tree I figured I should snap a few photos. Not our best job but it looked very neat at night lite up bright. The weather has actually been getting pretty cool at night so it was fun to burn a fire and turn down the lights in the house. We try to change up the decorating style each year so this will be a good reference for next year.

New Year's Eve @ Ian's 2008

New Year's Eve is always over rated. I learned this many years ago trying to plan the ultimate New Year's evening because they never seem to amount to what you have anticipated in your mind. So over the years I have managed my expectations. No over crowded bars waiting to get an over priced drink for hours on end. We have now figured out house parties are the best way to celebrate with friends and family. Our friend Ian was sweet enough to host the party this year at his house and it worked out great.

Early in the night...

My hair looks short but no I did not cut it...

Man Love...

Christmas in Tahoe

Relaxing in Tahoe- Bailey & Wrigley Christmas Day was absolutely beautiful in Tahoe. From the moment we woke up on Thursday morning it snowed all day long. Corey, Justin (my cousin-in-law), Brian (brother) and I lucked out driving in on Tuesday night with clear roads. We were a bit worried it was going to be snowing but fortunately the weather held out for us. My aunt and uncle did an amazing renovation to the kitchen and living room over the summer that turned out amazing. The snow hikes were great and just hanging out playing games and watching movies was perfect!

Jakks Pacific Company Party

On Friday December 12th my girlfriend Mackenzie and her fiance Adam invited Corey and I to her company party in Hollywood. It was by far the best company holiday party I have ever been to. Mackenzie scored us a limo to the party so we didn't have to worry about drinking and driving. Mark Rau and Justin Bartlett also joined us in the limo. No, they are not lovers! Here are some photos from our night out at Opera...

Outside Our House Getting Picked Up

Limo Ride (As you can see this dress has been many places)Mackenzie & Adam

Fighting Amish & Just The Tip Holiday Party

This past Friday night my cousin Kristi organized the 3rd annual Fighting Amish Holiday Party. I guess because we added Corey's football team (Just The Tip) then the annual thing has to start back over with the 1st annual but either way it was totally worth having them join the party. The party was held at my brother's house and was potluck style which made it easy for everyone to contribute. The entire night was so much fun. Here are some pics of the awards ceremony. Corey got MRR (Most Reliable Receiver) and MVP (Most Valuable Punter). Kristi and Bartlett did the most amazing job with all of the awards. Everyone got one serious & one funny award and they were all so appropriate- it was hilarious! We also did a white elephant gift exchange which was when I got Tyrone as my gift. : )

Corey & His Award

My New Amigh BeanieJustin, Tyrone & CoreyParty Group Shot

Thanksgiving In Newport

Corey's sister Tiffany Rosenblum hosts Thanksgiving every year down at their house in Newport. I think I actually lucked out meeting an amazing guy with such a wonderful family because I still get to celebrate Christmas with my family every year- no debate! I love it! Tiffany is such a great cook too. I have gotten so many mouth watering recipes from her. The kids are so much fun to be around too. They are at great ages and into really fun things. Rachel is the oldest at 12 and loves to help out in the kitchen. I'm amazed but how smart she is and her writing ability. Ally is 10 and the basketball star of her school. She too is so responsible for her age and a joy to be around. Josh is the youngest at 7 and the only boy. He is into anything animals. He can tell you facts about the most random things all from watching Animal Planet. Here are some pics from our day down at their house.

Tiffany's Thanksgiving TableBob (Corey's Dad) and Tiffany

David- Carving the Bird (Corey's Brother-In-Law)