The Madison Adventure

Go Badgers!!!

Here's hoping everyone has a wonderful & safe Holiday Season!!!

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Super excited about my Nextec tool! Now for some seriously fun projects in the studio!!!

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Wonderful winter driving! Actually it wasn't so bad. But really would have prefered not having to drive back in it anyway!

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Merry Christmas to us!!! Anyone want to take a guess at size?!

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Brewing beer on the back stoop with Otto's new propane burner!!!

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Our beautiful new couch and coffee table!!!

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We were ambitious this evening and decorated! Finally I have a proper place for the tree to be displayed!!!

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A night filled with family, food and beautiful Holiday trees!!!

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I'm thankful for an education, and the opportunities I've been given to expand my knowledge! I will forever keep learning!!!

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I'm thankful for pho, egg rolls and vietnamese coffee with sweet milk!!! It's good for the soul and whatever ails you!!!

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I'm thankful for the game of baseball!  And of course, GO TWINS!!!

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I'm so very thankful for good chocolate!!!

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I'm thankful for creativity!

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I'm thankful for windsheild wipers!!! Without them I'm pretty sure no one would drive in the rain or snow... at least those of us without a death wish.

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I'm thankful for a Country who protects its citizens, and for those citizens who step forth to take on that responsibility! Thank you Veterans, past and present!

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I'm thankful, hardcore, for Chipotle!!! Yummy burrito coma!

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I'm thankful for games! Board games, cards, video games, computer games, games, games, games!!!

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I'm thankful for warm fuzzy blankets to snuggle down into!

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I'm thankful for booklights for those long drives at night!!!

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I'm thankful for good food, good friends and good beer all together in one place!

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I'm thankful for short Fridays!!!

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I'm always thankful for alarm clocks! As annoying as they can be in the morning...

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Bowling, bowling, bowling!!! So thankful for bowling!

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I'm thankful to live in a country that believes in Democracy! GO VOTE!!!

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I'm thankful for my husband Otto! I can't believe we've been together for 5 years now! But have known each other for almost 7!

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7Gypsies is having a giveaway. Check it out!!!

Enter the GIVEAWAY on Michelle's blog! You could win one of my necklaces!!! Read through the post, and at the end leave a comment to be entered! Hurry, you only have until Sunday, October 31!

Otto got tickets to the UW Hockey game tonight for my Birthday! Totally crushed Alabama, 7 to 0! Now time for free ice cream because they scored over 5 goals!!!

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Time for some UW Hockey!!! Talk about an awesome bday gift!

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Not a terrible night for bowling. 199, 183, 176 for a 558. Wish it would've been better, but could've been worse.

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Totally enjoying a coffee ice cream brownie sundae!!!

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Noodles & Company with Heather!!!

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Woke up and I have no yard! Happy Birthday to me!

At least it's better than last year when I woke up to a yard of snow!!!

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REUSEIT.COM recently had a contest, and of course I entered. I ended up winning 4 cloth napkins, reusable snack bag, reusable sandwich bag and a cotton lunch bag proclaiming "I'm not a paper bag"! Awesome!!!  Thanks REUSEIT.COM!

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I'm honored to take part in The Crazy Elephant's Holiday showcase this year! Take a chance to go and check it out!

It might be worth the while... ;)

Best pizza ever! If you're ever in Rochester, MN be sure to hit up Mr. Pizza! Might I suggest ordering the Mr. Pizza Special, but be sure it has american sausage and leave off the beef in place of a good dose of black olives! PERFECT!

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If ever you're on the West side of Madison be sure to hit up Granite City and order the Grilled Asian Chicken Salad with salmon instead of chicken; you won't be disappointed!!!

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You know what I like about league bowling?! When your team strikes out you get a free drink!!!

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During this Summer Archiver's held a one-of-a-kind wall art contest. I entered and won at my local store, which means my tray went onto the Nationwide competition at the Mall of American in September. Ultimately I didn't take a place at the big competition, but my tray did make it into their most recent email!!! My tray is what demonstrates the 4x6 opening tray! It's the white tray with the words MADISON faintly visible across the middle!

Here's the link!

This morning I decided to try my hand at making an apple oven pancake, basically a dutch pancake with apples. I would definitely call it an epic success!!!

Then I went on to hitting up the Re-Art Swap at Absolutely Art and The Scrapbook Superstore's Garage Sale for some super awesome deals! And it's only been a half day so far!

Here it is! Apple cake!!!

After the orchard I tried my hand at making an apple cake! Upon taste testing I would have to call it a SUCCESS!!! Anyone wanting a slice better get over here fast! ;)

Totally hit up the apple orchard for the second time already this year! Time for some more baking!!!

Took Otto out on a date last night since it was my turn. I've been meaning to take him to Joey's Seafood for some time now, so I decided last night was the perfect opportunity! It also happened to be the night of their all-you-can-eat fish fry! Otto & I love a good serving of fish & chips, so this was beyond perfect for us! And to top it off? They had Capitol Oktoberfest on tap!!! They had some wonderfully beer battered haddock with piping hot fries and coleslaw. We fully enjoyed our meal, but that wasn't the end. Turns out Quivey's Grove wanted to help us celebrate our Anniversary by sending us an email for a free dessert for each of us! Otto ordered another Capitol Oktoberfest while I decided to try the Peppermint Patty! Both we good! For dessert Otto ordered the turtle cheesecake which turned out to be a no-bake chocolate cheesecake on top of caramel & pecans all resting in a pie crust! Definitely creamy and rich. I took my chances on the chocolate steamed pudding covered in a thick, sweet frosting like sauce sprinkled with walnuts. Wish it had a better chocolate flavor, but the sauce was tasty!

Came home from work to a very pleasant surprise! I definitely have a wonderful husband!

I love the new sign that I found today!

It's been quite the interesting day...  I didn't know a tooth could fall out like that, and I'm not talking about mine. :(  Rough day at work.

Our annual family baseball game! Perfect day!

Totally rockin' out the IKEA!

Just enjoyed the of wild mushroom burger at Cheesecake Factory! Now I'm extremely full!

See! It is a really big noodle! LOL

That's what she said!

Beautiful day for a Cubs game!

How we cool off after an afternoon at the zoo!

Minnesota Zoo!

Out getting ready for this evenings wedding and what happens? Tornado sirens while at the mall! Now I'm chillin' in the back corridors with Chelle, Tami, Kayla and Trygg!

Totally rockin' the Cherry Limeade Cupcakes!

Beautiful day for a walk!

Just got a free lunch! Hamburger, baked beans, cookie and chocolate shoppe ice cream!It's called the High Tech Hotdogger!Luckily it's in our lot!

A movie, bowling and beer! I think it makes for a great date night!

Finally bought the new crocs that look like converse all-stars! They are so comfy!

Delivery + Asti = Awesome Date Night!