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Happy Father’s Day

snuggles

We spent Father’s Day in town this year.  Last year, Jes celebrated his first Father’s Day in Cerritos so it felt almost like his first one all over again this year.  This morning Kumquat greeted him in bed and the three of us snuggled up together like we used to when she was very little.

IMG_3184Later we went to the Aquarium of the Bay, which is a small aquarium at Pier 39.  We’ve lived here almost 6 years and I was always curious about it.  Well, dads got free admission today and I had a 20% off coupon for my ticket so it was the perfect day to go.

fishThe best part of the aquarium was their underwater tube.  Schools of fish would swirl around and then zoom by like it was a water highway.

familyWe got a lot of outdoor time since we walked there and back.  We had really nice weather this weekend.

IMG_3196For dinner, we went to Hillstone for a fat steak for Jes and a surpisingly delicious and satisfying kale and chicken salad for me.  Kumquat also had her first taste of peanuts and I am relieved to report that she does not have Brother’s peanut allergy.  Yes!ninadaddyHappy Father’s Day to Jes and also to my Daddy.  And Happy Pre-Father’s Day to my brother!

Housewarming

DSC_1835 The Sokol-Juns recently bought a house in Orinda and we got to see it on Monday when they threw a BBQ for Memorial Day (and their 11th wedding anniversary!!).  The livingroom has lots of space and Kumquat had a fun time following Reese around all afternoon.

DSC_1842There’s a gazebo in the back and the boys had lunch underneath it.

DSC_1854We were also treated to a little puppet show put on by Jack and his friend Tessa.  DSC_1852 DSC_1850DSC_1857Reese joined in too midway.  Here they are backstage.   DSC_1848familyCongratulations on your new home, guys!  Too bad it’s no longer down the street from us.

Mother’s Day #2

mothersdayHappy Mother’s Day!  With some of the alone time I had today, I had the chance to sit and reflect upon all that has happened this past year.  Last year I was in a bit of a daze being a mom for only less than a month.  This year, being a mom has really sunk in and I couldn’t be prouder of my little girl.  I have to admit that I’m proud of myself too.  I’ve managed to keep up with breastfeeding for over a year and on May 7th we were done.  It was hard but it was time. I also cannot believe that I’m still sane after going back to work full-time and coming home everyday to take care of my little munchkin.  It definitely gives me a greater appreciation for everything that my mom did for us.

cookingThis morning, Jes got up early, went to the store, and came back to fix me a tasty breakfast.

DSC_1681He made eggs benedict with smoked salmon and paired it with mimosas.  Yum.

mimosasHere are the Mommy & Me Mimosas.  Tee hee!

tulipsI also got some tulips!  Aren’t they pretty?  Thank you for a lovely morning, Husband!

Once Kumquat went down for her nap, I got the chance to go out for run on my own.  It was so liberating to be out there without a stroller and leash.  I even had the chance to go to the gym to stretch and workout a bit more.IMG_2346

At 2pm, I met up with Michelle and Amy at Four Seasons to celebrate and got another tasty mimosa with a view of Market St.

brunch

It was a good thing I went for a run because we were treated with quite a feast!  Amy’s husband is now the GM of the restaurant and he hooked us up with a variety of savory and sweet dishes.  I felt so spoiled!

friendsI had a wonderful time and it was such a fun way to celebrate motherhood.

Birthday Dinner

birthdayOn Monday night, we went out to celebrate Jimmy’s birthday.  We all met up at Hillstone and the little girls came too.  It was a late evening but they both handled it well.

AgustinsThe Agustins are heading to Hong Kong for 6 weeks next week so it was really nice to hang out with them before they take off.

candleHappy Birthday, Old Man!

Congrats to the Bangs!

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I was so pleased to receive this text this morning.  The Bangs greeted their newest family member this morning at CPMC.

baby chiangBaby Girl was born 7 lbs, 3 oz and 20.5 inches!  Vyl looks good and she’s resting nicely in their post-partum room while Rowan is at home with his Grandma.

meetingWe went there tonight to meet the little one who doesn’t have a name yet and look how gigantic Kumquat looks next to her!

Congratulations to the Bangs and Happy Birthday, Little One!!

***Update: Her name is Isla Lillian!!***