Back to the Grind

I started school in mid August and we have all been adjusting to the new routines of a busy work week. I am now appreciating the beauty of a short commute (5-10 minutes) to work and having a parking spot to pull into after a long day at work! Todd on the other hand, has been trudging along slowly in Bay Bridge traffic. At least one of us is happy (and it's me! ha, ha)!

We headed to Santa Maria in early August for Grandma Flo's 80th Birthday. Aunt Elena and Uncle Brent hosted a wonderful party-- centered around all the things that we love GREAT FOOD and wine (Grandma over supplying the wine). It was so great to see everyone.. especially those we have not seen in awhile. We feel so blessed and lucky to have such a wonderful family, and wish that we got together more often.

Grandma Flo and Cousin Matt with Gracie

All the adorable kiddies: Natasha, Sam, Logan, Isobel and Ellie

Aunt Flo and Gracie

Isobel giving Grace a big SMOOCH! She was such a good little helper. She helped feed Grace her cheerios.

Siena, Aunt Shahna and Sam

Dalia and Siena




Grace and Sybilla playing with their toys

Here are some recent pictures of Gracie being a silly girl!

Here she is after a nap on a very hot day.

If I could just get this tub over here.

This is what happens when you mix pureed spinach into pasta.