Monday, December 26, 2005

I know, I know Holly!

We need to update...
I am desperately behind on getting photos, but I promise I will soon! In the meantime, how about some good old-fashioned words?

Thanksgiving was a blast, we went to see Will's family in Arizona. We had a lot of fun, I met some new family members, and the long weekend included.....gambling in Laughlin, Deer Farm, Shopping in Williams, out on the quads with cousin Gary, Heather, and Rhiannon (pics coming soon), yummy dinner, and card game (girls won!). Can't wait to go back. Will's leg just healed, so it's about time ;)

We just finished up Christmas with Tessa's family (that's me). We were VERY spoiled, and did pretty well on the present take-home. We had a fun-filled weekend of brunch at Tavia's, Troyan side dinner, Early-rise Christmas morning presents under the tree, Breakfast by Bob, and Griggs family dinner up in Auburn...oh, and just a little bit of shopping. Will received just about an entire new wardrobe, along with some DVD's, and the good cold hard cash. And I can't stop looking at my new diamond necklace in every mirror I pass! The cutest was the 2 watches I got from Will, because he just couldn't decide which one I would like...that's because I love them both! We are both excited about the new Kitchen Aid mixer I got...there will be a lot of baking in the next few weeks!

Will is on his way back to SD right now...probably still stuck in traffic...and I am still in Sacramento. I will return on Wednesday with my parents, and Aunt Cathy for a fun San Diego visit for the rest of the week.

Lastly...I am taking suggestions for the name of my new fish (photo also coming soon). Will got me one of those fish tanks that hang on the wall, and my fish has been a no-name for almost a week now! Holly...I am counting on you for some good ideas!

Thursday, November 10, 2005

A Few More Walk Pics....



That is NOT a respectable time.......but considering...we had fun!

Breast Cancer Walk Continued.....





11/6/05 Breast Cancer Walk






Tessa, Will, Crystalline, Javian, Sara, and JP all walked for the cure. It was a nice stroll through Balboa Park, on a gorgeous Sunday morning. As you can see, we stopped a few times....for Javian to give his legs a pep talk, and for the shoulder hoist up, and for the piggy back ride, and for photo opps.......etc. So, needless to say, we were beat uphill by a (very strong) man in a wheelchair! This was followed by breakfast at Denny's where our waitress (I will call her Melba) did a nice rendition of the 'Nilla Chilla dance for us. Too bad the camera was in the car.

Tuesday, November 01, 2005

Wedding Weekend Part 2 of Many





Arkansas Wedding Weekend Part 1





More Pumpkin Pics

The finished pumpkins
Will's Pirate Pumpkin
Yummy popcorn at the pumpkin patch.

Pumpkin Patch and Carving With The Connolleys

Mummy by Tessa
Javian's Firetruck Jack-O-Lantern
The Pumpkin Selection Process
Javian and Will build their cat pumpkin in Sacramento.

Pumpkin Patch - too bad the blur was on the top of the lens!

Tuesday, October 25, 2005

We love this kid already!!!




Tavia & Jason's little one is half way done brewing...

Wednesday, October 19, 2005

Wednesday, September 28, 2005

Arizona Trip 09/05





We took a road trip to see Will's Dad and Stepmom in Golden Valley, Arizona. We made stops in Oatman, and Laughlin. Can't wait to go back for Thanksgiving when there will be snow!

My Daddy, My Daddy...My Daddy and Me


Me, My Daddy, and My Matching Martini

Johanna & Grant's Wedding


It was a gorgeous downtown wedding, and I caught the bouquet. It was totally rigged! But this is my favorite picture of the day...

Tuesday, September 06, 2005

Aunt Tessa & Uncle Will!!!


There will be a little one around March 15th! And I will finally be an aunt! ;)

Friday, September 02, 2005

Dodgers Game...


...which is why Tessa is wearing a Giants hat.

Naptime


Charlie and Javian share a nap...

San Onofre


We had a breakfast picnic at San Onofre State Beach. Will got in the water, but it was too cold for Tessa.

New Year's



Well, it wasn't Dick Clark, but it was rockin'

More kids....



Charlie says hi. Squeak says why?