Loye Family X-mas

Here is our self portrait from the Loye family x-mas. Back row is Jon, Susan (mama Loye) and Ed (papa Loye). Front row is Abra, Dylan (future brother-in-law), and Gretchen (Jon's sister). Somehow we kept the 3 crazy dogs from jumping on us or the camera.

First ski of the year!

The last 24 hours have given us almost 12" of snow. It would have been much to dangerous to drive all the way to work in Hastings! Instead, Jon, myself, and our friend Dag decided to drive across town and go x-country skiing. I forgot how hard it is to break trail! I can't wait for more hours on my skis and training for the Birkie.

A Wonderful Husband...

I am a lucky woman! Jon and his friend Chad spent many hours getting cruise control installed in my car. Jon's reward? Breakfast in bed!

The Sweetest Boys

Jace and Beau are the sons of my wonderful friend Rachel and her hubby Matt. They are the sweetest little boys and absolutely love my dog "Afton". Jace's way of showing love to "Afton" is to sit next to her and gently stroke her head or belly. Beau's version of lovin' is to tackle Aspen or come at her with a toy drill (check out the picture). Either way, Aspen is lucky to have these little guys in her life.

3rd annual wild game feed

Last month we put on our 3rd annual wild game feed in Duluth. This would not have been possible without our fantastic friends Leah and Jere who did at least 50% of the cooking AND hosted it at their home. The menu this year was the best so far:
BBQ Pheasant and gouda pizza
Venison Stew
Marinated duck breasts wrapped in bacon
Pheasants in a mushroom cream sauce
Grouse and woodcock
French wild turkey salad
Hopefully Jon will continue to have successful hunting seasons so we can do this in the future!


The Spread


Marinated duck breasts wrapped in bacon with a rhubard dipping sauce


BBQ pheasant and gouda pizza


Wild turkey salad