Where does the time go

After fourteen years, Lourdes and I reunited for Sushi and Christmas lights. We were college chums, neighbors and sorority sisters. We had a great time catching up. I find it so amazing that we are so much alike and it was really great reminiscing and getting to know each other again.

Thanksgiving dinner with family and friends.

Just a few pics from Thanksgiving dinner. Our Japanese exchange student, Shiori was able to join us as well as our fun cousins Katie, Brandt and adorable baby Claire. Carter had a lot to ponder that evening, mostly about all of the things that he was thankful for and what he wants from Santa.

My chubby bald headed baby turns 6

OMGosh,I cannot believe that I am writing this and I'm actually tearing up. Sophie is 6 now and growing up so quickly. She is such a joy in our lives and a constant source of laughs and astonishment. She is quite the little inventor and loves all things that her dad loves. She is the son that we'll never have in a lot of ways but she offers her girliness on occasion and amazes us. Happy Birthday, Sophie. We love you so much.