Classic Complexity

Wow, where does the time go.  I have an amazing little girl that is about to enter the 3rd grade.  Let me tell you some of the things that make my little girl so amazing.  When we had her 8 years ago we had no idea what we were in for.  For almost 5 years she was our only little kiddo so she obviously got a lot of solo attention.  When Lincoln came along that is when I realized what a challenge and blessing she really is. 
Averie is a very strong determined child.  She is our child that is so independent.  I believe if she had to she could actually make it on her own right now.  There is a reason she only knows her phone number and address because she would share with you any information that was given to her. 
She is crazy smart.  I actually think she outsmarted me in KG, seriously.  She absolutely loves to learn about the body and for an 8 year old she gets it better than most people my age, we tell her all the time that she is Doctor Smart. 
I know she is only 8 but I absolutely love to watch her dance.  She danced competitively for the first time last year and she has grown so much in a year.  It hasn't been without it struggles.  I always say if she was on the debate team she would for sure win, or like her dad she could sell a Popsicle to an Eskimo.  She pushes her teachers and I love that push and challenge her back.  She has found herself kicked out of class and now she is pushing herself like she has never done before.  I love that she has amazing teachers that care so much and not just when it comes to dance. 
It is hard to love all my little challenges with Averie because she can push so hard and debate so well.  But on nights like tonight where is curled up with Danton reading a magazine from our sweet neighbor and she is calm and cuddly it makes all those crazy hard moments with her worth it. 
I love when we get that side of Averie.  I love when we sing loudly in the car even when people are watching.  I love when we have dance parties in the house.  I love Averie and all her complexities. 

When I thought about the wine I wanted to share I thought about what reminded me of Averie a complex classic and something that is always a good choice.  This wine goes good with anything.  If you just want to sit down with a book at the end of the day and enjoy a glass of wine this a great choice.  It you want to have some brie and crackers it works well there too.  Or pair it with a great dinner and you will not be let down.  Like Averie it truly goes great with everything. The wine is  Old Vine Zinfandel.  It is probably my fall back when I just don't know what to get.  I know it is another Zinfandel but it is worth it, give it a try if you haven't already. 

Hope

One thing that I have been really trying to focus on is to not take things for granted and enjoy all my moments.  That was emphasized a couple of weeks ago for me. 
I got the phone call that no one ever wants to get.  My mom and dad were 5 minutes from being to their destination to see family out of state and they were in a very bad car accident.   I am so thankful to say that they are still here and getting better everyday, but now we make them check in more than normal and we monitor them!!!  My mom was pretty banged and bruised and my dad had to spend one night in the hospital.  Remember to tell someone you love them today.
Now about the wine!!!  The wine that I just tried I absolutely loved.  I paired it with a spicy pasta.  The wine has its own kick so the pairing was fantastic.  I also tried it with a spicy dark chocolate which was also amazing.  I recommend you give this one a try if you like food with a bit of a kick
The wine is One Hope California Zinfandel.  I am actually excited to try this one again. 

Why This Blog?

Recently this is the question that someone asked me to answer..  Describe what you want for yourself in "ALL" aspects of your life.  The question had to be answered in a couple of words not sentences. 
An example of the question was ...What do I want to be as a Person, Wife, Mom, Spiritual, Fitness, Enjoyment...You get the idea. 
As I started answering these questions it really got me thinking.  Something I enjoy is wine.  But probably like a lot of you who enjoy something, you don't always branch out.   I always got the same "type" because that was just easier.  What I have been learning lately is that I needed to branch out and try new things.  So I came up with my own personal "Wine of the Week Club". 
The Wine of the Week Club has only 2 rules.  Rule #1  I had to decide on the grape before I entered the store.  Rule #2  With the grape in mind I would just have to pick a bottle, just grab and go.   
The fun part is now Danton and I are both involved in my club.  One of us picks the grape and the other gets the bottle and we rotate our jobs every week.  We have found this to be something so fun and it awesome doing it together. 
I decided that I would share with you what I am enjoying at home and maybe it will be something you try and enjoy as well.  Or you will just have a suggestion for me to try. 
The reason for this blog is to not only tell you about things that I enjoy or enjoy doing but to hopefully to inspire some of you to go and find what you and enjoy.  Even if your club includes just you.  And you start learning how to enjoy the things you love even more.

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