My company Christmas Party Pics

Cas and Pamela


JenLeo and me!

My Lab peeps :)

Casino night! Betting big at blackjack :)


-We had our work Christmas Party at the Gaylord Texan. We had appetizers, dinner, casino night, and an open bar. So, yes, it was fun!!!

Thanksgiving Fun!

My sister Megan (19) came to visit us for her Thanksgiving break. She is currently going to college in Buffalo, NY and studying Architecture. She hopes to transfer to Parson's in NYC next year!
We went shopping on Black Friday and again on Saturday at the Southlake Towncenter. I love love love the towncenter. I could spend 2 days there. James was sweet enough to drop us off at the mall on Friday so we didn't have to park.
Lauren (17), our other sister, is currently modeling and living in Japan. They both will go home for Christmas to see their dad in Hawaii.



Our First Christmas Together (married) !!!

Trying to get our "child" to take a good picture! :)

This was the best one!

To buy or not to buy...

So, I have been curious about these Debbie Meyer Green Bags. I started by looking for the best price so that I could try them out. Then, I started reading the reviews... it seems for every one good review there is 2 bad ones. Has anyone out there actually tried them themselves and loved them? Do you have to follow strict instructions to get good results? For example, some people say that moisture bulid up in the green bag will cause things to spoil. So just put papertowels in the bag and keep the produce dry. AND there are some reports that the pretty yellow 9 day old bananas look great but are rotten on the inside! Huh?? And while we are talking about bananas, I have heard not to put them in the fridge, so I never have. Is that true? I don't see why you would need to put them in the fridge anyway. That seems strange to me. But I do put other fruits in there... I don't know.

If I can get the bags to work for me (extend the life of my fruits and veggies) then it is worth buying.
So friends and family, post me a comment and gimme some feedback.
Thanks!

San Francisco!

Pics from my trip-



Golden Gate Bridge

Yummy Crabs!

Alcatraz! It doesn't look like too far of a swim to me...

On the trolley

Yummy Dirty Martini!

Me, Jen, and Michelle

-Just got back from San Francisco. I went for our annual 'reproductive medicine' convention. It was my first trip to SF. I have to go back and take James. We didn't really have that much time to sight see, so that's why my pics aren't that exciting. I didn't realize there were so many Filipinos living there! They are everywhere :) I love it! The food was great - but man, it's like twice the price. We stayed at the Marriott Downtown - very nice. The 'View' bar at the top of the hotel was great. It had such a beautiful view of the city -clever name huh? They have this window in the bar that reminds me of Star Wars...so we renamed it the Millenium Falcon Bar.

Not in Alaska Anymore.

Halloween Party!

We rule at Flip Cup!

A Forwarded E-mail...

Today on my way to lunch I passed a homeless guy with a sign that read "Vote Obama, I need the money." I laughed. Once in the restaurant my server had on a "Obama 08" tie, again I laughed as he had given away his political preference--just imagine the coincidence. When the bill came I decided not to tip the server and explained to him that I was exploring the Obama redistribution of wealth concept. He stood there in disbelief while I told him that I was going to redistribute his tip to someone who I deemed more in need--the homeless guy outside. The server angrily stormed from my sight. I went outside, gave the homeless guy $10 and told him to thank the server inside as I've decided he could use the money more. The homeless guy was grateful. At the end of my rather unscientific redistribution experiment I realized the homeless guy was grateful for the money he did not earn, but the waiter was pretty angry that I gave away the money he did earn even though the actual recipient needed money more. I guess redistribution of wealth is an easier thing to swallow in concept than in practical application.

I VOTED TODAY!!

Yes, I am proud to say that I voted today. I am sad to say that this was my very first time to vote ever. I guess I decided to grow up and pay attention. Voting early was so easy. I was in and out in 5 mins! No wait. So all you people go vote early (for McCain) and make it easier for yourself.

Go to this site to see if you are registered and to find your polling place:
https://voterinfo.sos.state.tx.us/voterws/viw/faces/Introduction.jsp


A few reasons I voted for McCain:

- his 'family first' outlook
*supported the Family Medical Leave Act
* co-sponsored the Family Friendly Workplace Act
*proposed a new 'Home Plan' - would give homeowners the opportunity to refinance their home for a manageable mortgage that reflects their home's market value
*believes that this rescue plan should be focused on keeping homeowners in their homes and not on bailing out other irresponsible financial institutions.
*proposes a one-year spending freeze to evaluate effectiveness of programs
*believes it should be our decision which doctors we see and what health care is best for our family. Doctors and quality of care should not be determined by the government.
*pro-life - wants to overturn Roe v. Wade, giving the abortion question back to each state.
*believes the institution of marriage is a union between one man and one woman.
*believes all parents should be able to choose what school their child will attend.
*served in the military -experience in the military-P.O.W.
*is an actual parent of military children in war




I mean where is Obama getting all that money? Where has he always had money from? How could he afford all that college and school loans? And still live in a big ol' house right after college? How do we know he isn't getting money from America's enemies? It can't all be from Oprah. The guy has his own cable channel. Have other candidates done that and I just didn't notice? It's just strange for him to be so calm and collected ALL the time (almost inhuman). I guess he has so much money, he doesn't mind spreading his wealth around and wants us all to do the same. I know he is popular with our young culture and in Hollywood, but our culture and especially Hollywood, doesn't determine what is right and wrong. Just because certain things are "acceptable" in our day and age, doesn't mean it's right. There is true right and wrong - and it comes straight from the word of God. As the new and next generation, we need to stand up for what is right. We need to hold on to our values and morals and teach them to our children. Culture and government just keep blurring the lines and then crossing them one at a time. We need someone with those good values and morals. We need someone who is honest, decisive, and experienced. Nobody is perfect and no one can make everyone happy, but I truly believe that he has this country's best interest at heart, we know where his loyalties are, and he will do the best job he can for us. Well...you get the point.

-Just say no to B.O.-

OK, I'm done.

Late Night at the King Tut exibit!

This past Friday, we went to 'Late Night at the Museum' and saw the King Tut exhibit. Every 3rd Friday of the month, the DMA stays open until midnight. They serve free starbucks! (only about 3 kinds that are pre-made) I recommend getting there earlier, like 6:30. They have a lot of cool lectures at 7pm, which we missed. I just love learning about the Egyptians. The exhibit takes about 1 1/2 hours to get through. I also recommend getting a drink, using the potty, and not going really late at night. If you are tired, it takes away from enjoying all the artifacts and history. And, FYI, Tut's actual sarcophagus isn't there. But, there are many other cool things to see. Get the audio tour. Oh, and borrow someones membership card if you can. You can get discounts and free parking.

Pics to get you up-to-date

I should have started this blog back in May but better late than never!
Here are some pics to catch-up:

Our First "Home" :)




















We had to get pics while it was still clean!

Baliey Ann in our 'office'!

May 3, 2008 - Our Wedding Day!
Riviera Maya, Mexico - El Dorado Hotel and Spa Resort

I know I have shown many of you these pics, but for those of you who haven't seen them... She did such a wonderful job and I am so happy with the way everything turned out.

Wedding Photos by the lovely and talented Heather Essian.

http://www.heatheressian.blogspot.com/

These are just SOME of my favorites. Sorry there are so many, I just love them all!

Thank you

I just want to thank you all for your kind words and encouragment. I feel blessed to have wonderful friends and family like you!

I just love 'old' pictures and I just have to share them with you. These are some of the ones we came across last week...

A very young and handsome Glen Crane-

When my grandparents were dating-

On their wedding day - December 7, 1941

Dad got a train for Christmas!

In Loving Memory of my Papaw 10/6/1917-10/5/2008

Glen Roy Crane, my grandfather, passed away today. Dad was with him as he died in his sleep late this morning. He would have been 91 years old tomorrow.

Papaw-

Today you are finally home. I miss you so much already. You mean the world to me and I can't wait until we see each other again. I have always admired and loved you more than you could have ever known. I believe in my heart that soon you will have a glorifed and perfect body and now you will never feel pain again. Thank you so much for all you did here on earth for me and our family. You filled our lives with so much joy. Until we meet again, have an awesome time hanging with Jesus. I love you.