Random Favorites

Given my struggle to post over the last year, here are a few favorites of mine... actually, favorites may take up a few posts. Wow, I struggle. Enjoy!

Enjoying Our First Backyard!!!

Granted, these were taken in September, but I am going to try a New Year's wish to update and post some of my favorite pics. Wish me luck... and if I don't post more, at least I got my once every six months post in for the year. :)

First Day of School

I know it's not much in the picture taking department, and it's been a month now, but you can see Jackson's missing tooth if you look close enough!!

It's Official!!!

Well folks, the day we never thought would arrive is here - we bought a house!!!  Chris ventured out on his own this March, so we were no longer tied to Santa Monica and the west side.  Prices drop considerably when you move out about 30 miles....  We weren't really looking, but a trip to Magic Mountain led us to the Valencia suburb in Santa Clarita and we fell in love.  It is a great area, a brand new home, good schools, family friendly, and - if you time it right - only a 30-40 minute drive back to the city. Most importantly, what we needed and what we could afford were a little more in line... We are so blessed - thank you so much to all of you who supported our dream of finally owning a home.  Come out and visit!

Front of house - door is around to the right.

View from family room through the dining room, front door, and living room (aka Chris' studio)

Master Bedroom

Loft

Master Bath (the closet is unreal....)

Kitchen

Family Room

Our First Backyard!!!  Not very big, but we are excited all the same. :)

I am sure more pics will come as we move in and get settled.  Wahooo!!!  It feels so strange!

Little Lady Elora

Day One

Year One

Four Years Old!!

August 2, 2009 - We love you, Elora!

Our Little Man

Day one...

Year one...

Five Years Old!


July 6, 2009 - Our little man is all grown up!  We love you, Jackson!

Patio Nightmare

So -

We have this great big enclosed patio on one side of our little pink house, and I am clueless.  Indoors, I have ideas to go all day long.  Plants and such stump me completely.  Thus I have decided to make my own version of "Rate My Space" and get all your ideas!  Keep in mind that it has to be kid friendly and client friendly at the same time... tricky, I know.  I look forward to hearing from you!