Hi there fellow Happy Mom,

Happy Monday and Happy New Year 2018!

I hope you had an amazing holiday week! As for me, I'm still on my family trip. We started off in San Francisco, where we enjoyed roller coaster rides at Great America, shopping at Union Square, Christmas eve dinner at my favorite restaurant Olive Garden, viewing the seals at Pier 39, and bread bowls and crab at Boudin at the Wharf. San Francisco was amazing!
We then ventured down to LA where we enjoyed the sun and rides and Santa Monica Pier. My daughter who has been in Utah the past four months was sure to dip her toes into the ocean. We also got to eat at Jojo's Grill-A-Dog in Redlands. This cute little gourmet hot dog restaurant is a must-have if you're ever in the greater Los Angeles area. I ordered the Western Bacon dog which consisted of jalapeno bacon, cheese, crispy fried onions, and their secret MOJO sauce. I never thought a hot dog could be so amazing! You can check out the menu at jojosgrilladog.com 
Also, they have a very creative dessert called Funnel Cake fries. I tried a funnel cake when I traveled to Maine last summer. But these were way better! Be sure to dip your fries into one of the special dips. After spending the night in Yucaipa, we hopped in our rented suburban and headed to Vegas.
The last time my family visited Vegas was ten years ago. Back then my husband and I rode the Big Apple roller coaster at the New York-New York hotel. This time my husband and the four older kids rode it. They said it was well worth the $15 price. We shopped at M&M's World, walked the strip, and watched the Bellagio fountain show. We also shopped at the outlet mall and of course, it just wouldn't be Vegas without eating at a buffet. After spending the night at our cousin's home, we headed to Utah.
Our first stop was Zion National Park. It was breathtaking! And very cold! We then found a Costa Vida in Cedar City. I love Costa Vida! We don't have any in Hawaii. Also in Cedar City, my daughter saw and touched snow for the first time. As we ventured more into Utah, the snow-capped mountains appeared. So much beauty! While in Utah we've gone sledding, bowling, shopping, and visited Temple Square. We are freezing our buns off, but still having so much fun! We are making lifetime memories as a family. I don't think any of us will ever forget this trip. 
Well, I'm off to ski for the first time in my life. I also get to scratch one more thing off my bucket list. Tune in to my live Coffee Chat this Friday to find out what it is. 

This week I want you to focus on your Goals and how you will work towards them every day. Let's avoid the common fizzle that occurs around February 1st.

Make time! Get Happy! You are worth it!!!

What's happening at Happy Moms?
I'll be posting a new article this week! Also, join me for my live Coffee Chat on Friday at fb.me/happymomhappyfamilycom

What's happening in my home?
We are having a blast in Utah with snowball fights, sledding, skiing, and so much more!

What's on the Menu this week?                                  

MONDAY: Leftover NYE food (brisket, steak, shrimp, chicken)
TUESDAY: Chipotle (Mexican food)
WEDNESDAY: Salmon and Green Salad
THURSDAY: Tuna or Chicken Lettuce Wraps
FRIDAY: Japanese Curry
SATURDAY: Turkey and Cheese Paninis
SUNDAY: Saimin (ramen)

Have a Happy first week of 2018! Please let me know if I can be of help in any way with creating a Goal Poster. Feel free to email me at mahele@happymomhappyfamily.com

Happily Yours,
Mahele