August 30, 2009
May 19, 2008
May 03, 2008
April was full of busy-ness! School started up again with field trips for both kids in the first week, and an ice cream social with dancing. E's class had been taught how to do the YMCA dance, the hustle, and a line dance. E, in particular, really got into it, and got the idea to wear his policeman uniform from Halloween so he could look like one of the Village People. All the parents at the dance loved it, but it went right over the other kids' heads (which is probably a good thing).
Both kids started new sports classes too, with L giving karate a try and E finally getting to try fencing. He's been drooling over the idea since last year, but had to be seven before he could get into the class. Now he's in and loves it -- any excuse to hold a weapon, you know!
March 02, 2008
February 02, 2008
Christmas Past
Christmas pictures finally! Soon to come are photos from the Pasadena trip to see the Rosebowl parade, as well as some from Mimi and Papa's visit. Soon, my friends, very soon...
November 26, 2007
Thanksgiving 2007
Highlights of the holiday include Gigi's amazing cooking skills, Jamocha Almond Fudge birthday cake, plasma cars, devious collaboration during golf cart games and many massages in my future!
November 10, 2007
October -- Our Favorite Time of Year
Here are the October photos! We had a fun, busy month, especially while the kids were on their 3 week break. We got rained out while trying to camp near Pt Reyes, went to a pumpkin patch with a train and a gigantic hay bale fort, took a day trip to a working farm with a cornstalk maze and an indoor pool playground, visited with Gigi and Papa, went to various Halloween parties, and finally did some trick or treating! Now we're barreling toward Thanksgiving -- it's that time of year, I guess. Busy, but good.
September 07, 2007
Labor Day Weekend
We went further north about four hours to camp in Humboldt State Park for the four day weekend. There was hiking, forest exploration, bike riding, bug collecting and treasure hunting (geocaching). We came back smudged and smoky, but relaxed and happy.
August 25, 2007
August 18, 2007
June 15, 2007
June 12, 2007
Good Sports, Pt. 1
Outtakes from E's soccer class and video from L's tap class performance. Coming soon, still shots of L's tapping.
June 02, 2007
And We Thought Squirrels Were The Problem
We've been feeding several pairs of ducks that have beening regularly hanging around in our front greenbelt, and most of them are pretty friendly with us now. A few of them will even come up on our porch and make a sort of quacking-muttering sound while looking in the front door, apparently alerting us to the fact that more birdseed needs to be served, pronto. Then, J went to bring in the plate the other night and found this:
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We could actually see the snails sucking on individual seeds. I think the squirrels put them up to it.
April 25, 2007
To The Rescue!
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This little guy was found under the bushes in front of our place by a neighbor. Knowing the crazy animal people we are, she asked if we could hold on to him until the wildlife rescue arrived. While we were keeping him warm and calm, we did a little research and figured out that he's probably about 5-6 weeks old. He may have sprained one of his legs when he fell out of his tree, but the wildlife person said they'd get him fixed up and release him back into our neighborhood when he is old enough to fend for himself. L is hoping he'll recognize us when he comes back and that he might show his gratitude by having a tea party with her or something. Mostly we're just glad he's going to be ok.
April 15, 2007
March 11, 2007
March 02, 2007
February 19, 2007
E Learns Something New
What a birthday it's been! A full 3 days of partying, day trips and playing with new toys. In addition to that, E learned something new - he can ride a 2 wheel bike now WITHOUT training wheels! Lucy tried it too and is almost there. E almost had a triple feat when at bedtime, he (with John's coaxing) began to try to pull out his extremely loose tooth. Birthday, bike riding and missing bicuspids would have been too much to hope for. We're just really happy that the birthday party went off without any crying episodes! Yea us!
January 13, 2007
Pescadero And Beyond
Just before New Year's, we were lucky enough to be able to stay in a beach house belonging to one of John's friends. The house itself was wonderful, with incredible art, beach views and access to a private beach. From there, we had fun exploring some other areas on the coast. Not a bad way to end the year!
December 26, 2006
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