Monday, December 17, 2007



Singing "Happy Birthday"



After painting at the art studio, we went to McDonalds for Happy Meals and cupcakes. Kelly had fun opening her gifts.

Tuesday, December 11, 2007

Only 9 Days Left!


Kelly made a paper chain to count down the days until we leave for Pennsylvania. On Monday there were only 9 days left! We are so excited to come home.

Friday, December 07, 2007

Kelly received a certificate of achievement at her school during a special "Thinker Reception". It was special because only 2 children from each grade were nominated.

Kelly receives her certificate.

Kelly holds her certificate.

Thursday, November 29, 2007


Kelly loves to ride the motorcycle with her daddy.

Happy Thanksgiving



Thanksgiving was low key this year. Mandi made the meal. We had turkey, stuffing, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce and yams-yum!

Kelly loves her American Girl, Felicity

Thursday, November 22, 2007

Kelly's Early Birthday






Meme, Jonathan, Uncle Mike, Aunt Kelly and Kelly's cousins sent her birthday present early. Kelly opened it yesterday and was sooooo excited. Now her American Girl doll, Felicity has some pretty dresses. Kelly says, "Thank You to everyone". She absolutely loves them!

Sunday, November 18, 2007

Making Pasta






Tom picked up a pasta maker the other day. He and Kelly made fresh spaghetti for dinner. Mandi made her yummy sauce. It was lots of work, but well worth the time.

Enjoying our homemade spaghetti!

Friday, November 16, 2007

Marine Corps Ball 2007


This year's ball was coordinated by Tom. It was held at a resort called The Bahai, located on Mission Bay. Here we are before the ceremony.

A Marine Band played for the ceremony.

The Color Guard

Wheeling in the cake for the cake cutting ceremony.

Tom played The Marine Corps Hymn on the bagpipes while the cake was wheeled in.

Tuesday, November 13, 2007

Sleeping Beauty


Kelly loves to read. She always has her nose in a book. Some of her favorites are Junie B. Jones, American Girl and A-Z Mysteries. This particular night she feel asleep while reading.

Friday, November 02, 2007

Our Horse Girl


Kelly wore this outfit and riding hat on Halloween for school. It took some chiding, but she finally wore it.

Friday, October 26, 2007

Happy Birthday Tom


Tom celebrated #35 this Wednesday. We had a delicious dinner at our friend's, despite the fires. This was Tom's yummy cake.

Is That Raw?


Yes, here are Tom, Lou and Rob chowing down on raw ahi.