District opener

Tonight the Bulldogs lost to Heelan 56-88.

 T, TP, Devo-The three Tyler's

 and one...

This ends Tyler's high school sports. Very bittersweet.

Sunday Funday

Tonight we had a date night to celebrate my birthday! It's been a blessed month! I have so much to be thankful for:)

Rid in' Gear

Thanks to mom n dad, I'm going to be stylish while sitting on the back of our Rocket:)

Parents Night

Tonight the 5 senior boys and us parents were honored before the game. We've enjoyed our time watching Tyler develop as a basketball player and a young man(yes I've even enjoyed watching the beard come in;). Tonight was the last regular season game for the team. They played 4A Sioux City North. They lost 75-85 but the game was closer than the score shows.

So proud!

With "senioritis" setting in I am most proud of this. One more semester to go;)

Thank you so very much!

No matter how old he gets he always appreciates a Valentine's Day gift from grandpa and grandma Kneifl:)

Our newest addition

The newest addition to the Devos family arrived this morning. After months of research, ebay browsing, and craigslist shopping Steve found the perfect camper for us. Yesterday morning he left for Wheat Ridge, CO and arrived back home 26 hours later with our "Timeout." 

The first person for Steve to call and share in our excitement of course was "old skool trucking 24/7." 

Rich said we stole it. Which we agree we got a deal buying it in the off season. The only unfortunate part is now summer seems so for away:(. 

Battle of the Sexes

After 4 practices it was finally the day they've been waiting for. LCHS Dance Exhibition Day!

 The boys waiting to perform their co ed routine. First they had to sit through 35 other dance routines.

Warming up

Katie vs. Tyler

The boys

Tyler twirling Katie

Tyler and Zach showing the crowd their moves.

More moves

The boys kick routine

waltzing down the aisle

The boys post show pics

Tyler and Katie did a great job! It was so much fun to see Tyler doing something fun and enjoy himself. As you can tell by the smiles they had a great time. Tyler's flexibility on the other hand...  

Our "beeting" hearts

I've been attempting to cook more GF foods for our family and this one takes the cake. It is a delicious chocolate cake in a mug and it's made with two cups of puréed beets! I gave mom n dad a cup to share before their big date night. 

Last regular season away game...

...we traveled the short distance down highway 75 to Sioux City West to take on the Wolverines. The Bulldogs won 63-44. Tyler had a 3 from his sweet spot right before the half.

Date night

Tonight before Tyler's game we went out to eat with our best man and matron of honor (aka mom n dad) for our first valentines day as husband and wife. 

Happy Valentine's Day!

First thing this morning a client and his wife gave me a card and gift certificate to my favorite coffee house in Lemars. They are an adorable couple that has been married for 60+ years. My mother always made this day special for us kids when we were younger and I've continued that tradition with my own family. I know they say the greeting card industry made up this holiday but to me I like it. What a perfect idea to show those special to you how important they are than to celebrate that  love with a card, flowers, candy, or even a camper;). 

Last conference game

Tonight the team traveled to Spirit Lake for their last conference game. They beat the Indians 62-45.

It was also my 39th birthday. I had a terrific day! It was filled with many birthday wishes from family and friends. I am so grateful for all that I have. I couldn't ask for more...maybe except for one more cupcake mom made;)

Birthday Drinks

After the game we stopped at one of our favorite bars, Jake's in Aurelia. Another night of celebrating birthday month. We also found out they smoke racks of ribs and serve it with all your favorite sides. We now know where our first bike trip will be with mom n dad;) 

Last game in his old gym

Coach put Tyler in and told him to face guard Yach. That's exactly what he did. Yach only touched the ball once and he didn't score any points while Tyler guarded him. Job well done! The Bulldogs took home the road victory against the Tornadoes 79-64.

birthday supper and basketball

Tonight we met my high school friend, Sherry, for a birthday month supper at Texas Roadhouse. We had a great time visiting, laughing and eating. Afterwards, we went to East high, where she teaches, to watch the Bulldogs take on the Black Raiders. We lost 69-90.

Warm and cozy home game

Tonight the boys took on the Midgets from Estherville Lincoln Central. They won 79-53.

Super Bowl Party

We had a great time hosting the party for our family and friends. It was my first time  smokin meat and beans. They turned out delicious along with all the other food everyone brought. It was the perfect way to start off birthday month;)

Date night

With Steve in Texas for work and Tyler in Sioux City with friends, I spent the evening  with Emelia so Dan and Victoria could have a date night. I taught Emelia where her ears were and she laughed every time I said "ears."