the merriest and brightest

Merry Christmas, my loves! 

We're having a ball here in wine country...details to come, but I couldn't let the day pass without sharing holiday wishes to each of you. 

My mom's Christmas card list was on the receiving end of this card this year, which I think captures my wishes for you guys pretty appropriately: 

Tee hee! I made this as a joke earlier this season, and my parents fell in love with it. As did the recipients, who have sent compliments galore Jodester's way. 

May your day be merry and bright, and may your Christmas be white (or red, or sparkling. Whatever you prefer!). Love you guys! 

Cab yourself a merlot little christmas...Schwegs in Sonoma!

Off we go! 

Last Easter, my parents and I were pregaming Mass at my old apartment when Jodester brought up the idea of skipping Christmas. Well, not skipping Christmas, per se...but skipping our traditional Schwegfam festivities in Lakeville in favor of an adventure in Pacific Time! 

My parents love wine country, and with three children of legal drinking age, what better way to spend the holiday season than in warmer climes, drinking wine and having adventures? Answer: there is no better way. Especially in light of the Schwegwomen's success in Champagne in May 2015!

We've planned a few outings, including a couple days in San Francisco and Christmas Day with the redwoods, but are largely going with the flow. 

I can't wait to sample California "champagne," sip sauvignon blanc in our house's hot tub, and act like I have a finely developed palate (slash, work on developing it!) at tastings. Most of all, though, I'm excited to reunite with these two: 

And spend some time with my four favorite people. I'll be posting from Sonoma, including more of our Scandinavia trip, some holiday adventuring, and updates on what we're up to, so pop by! Or make like me and pop champagne. 

Happiest holidays, campers. Love you all oodles and bunches!