Shadow Dancer

Fiona is so fascinated with her shadow. She dances with it. She jumps with it. She even talks to it. I love how easily entertained she is. She's my little pocket of sunshine. I wish she could be this age forever!

part deux: les photographs

Birthday Girl and her Sidekick
Excusez-moi? Fiona had the first bite! Who's birthday was it again?
Fiona wanted to help me blow out the candle!
my loved ones
Cheek to cheek at Cafe Chloe
One short day in Emerald City!
Far was able to snap a shot of the opening scene from Wicked. It's a map of Oz.

Happy 35

I had a head start celebrating my birthday this year. On the 15th of August, Far and I watched Wicked! And we met up with Angie, Ricky, Nancy, Lea, Christy, and Francis during intermission. I believe they had orchestra seats, while Far and I sat way up in the balcony. I didn't care. As long as I could hear the music I was fine. But we came very prepared with our binoculars, which was practically glued to my face the whole time. Believe me, I was so anxious to see it! My girlfriends ranted and raved about it. Seriously! I even went out shopping for a bright green dress to represent Elphaba. That's right! I have been changed FOR GOOD! It was so awesome!

But on my actual birthday, the 21st, of course, I had an intimate dinner at Cafe Chloe with my loved ones. You know, folks I love and love me back. The restaurant was a quaint French Bistro downtown, corner of 9th & G. I have this French obsession. I dream of going to France one day. But that's another story. I do HAVE to mention the dessert I had. It was the pot de chocolate. Super rich mousse, almost like ganache but thicker in texture. It was orgasmic, I tell you. Hehehe! And then we headed home early. I went home happy. There's nothing like good food, good company, and a good amount of sleep.

Le Bleu Tutu

The entrance to Neisha's Dance Academy greeted us with leotards and tutu's, majority of them being pink. I mean, the front of the room had wall to wall dance gear. To the left of us, I noticed a bright bleu tutu in the midst of lavender, pink, and classic black. It stood out like a sore thumb. And of course, Fiona Tess noticed it too. She started taking off her clothes and said, "Try it on!" She wore the entire outfit in the store. She twirled and danced around in the most darling pink ballet shoes. She felt right at home. Honestly, Fiona does spin around at home. So, I signed her up for a creative dance class on Saturday mornings. How exciting!

Her World Is Blue

At the moment, Fiona's favorite color is blue. Everything she points out is blue--the sky, certain clothes, toys, things in books, paints and colored pencils. She's jazzed about anything she encounters that's blue. It's amazing that she notices all the different shades, from navy to powder. Last night, we were watching Jack's Big Music Show and Laurie Berkner sang a song called, My Red Boots. Fiona says as she was marching in place, " I want blue boots, Mommy!"

Afternoon Dip

Just look at these two! Fiona and Isaiah are having the time of their lives. Isaiah loves to splash while Fiona pretends she's swimming like a fish. It's just so simple to entertain them. All you need is water, sun, and a swimming pool. Stay tuned for more water adventures. Next time, we'll hit the beach!

Meeting at The Mission

statue of Father Junipero Serra
( Fiona says, "Mommy, scare me!")

Fiona loves fountains!

We all fell in love with a French Bulldog and a Boston Terrier, church-going dogs

Strike a pose, Roo!

The Estrellado's

Papa and Fiona Tess sitting outside listening to the sermon

Look at those dimples!

Walking through the garden

James and Noey sitting at our favorite bench on the garden side of the church.

Noelle, 9 months old