avia – Page 3 – Kumquat & Peanut

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Pumpkin Patch

October 22, 2017 No Comments

This morning, we went to G&M Farms for some pumpkin fun with friends.

Each family had a red wagon and Janie had fun picking out pumpkins.

There was a tennis ball shooting range that Janie and Sophie tried out with their dads.

There was a mini hay bale maze for the littles.

The popcorn pool was super fun too!

Janie rode one of the ponies around and around while Peanut watched from the fence.

The kids got measured at the pumpkin ruler.

The best part was riding the cow train. It goes really fast and they have a bunch of bumpy hills too.

There was so much to do and see at this farm.

This was the best we could do for a group photo of the kids.

Happy Fall!! This pumpkin patch gets an A+!

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Party for Mama

September 10, 2017 No Comments

Mama’s work friends threw her a party today to celebrate the work she’s done Children’s Hospital. It was hot in Pleasant Hill but the kids enjoyed the water table that was set up in the backyard.

The boys also stayed cool in the hallway together.

The kids had a blast playing together and the posse moved from room to room.

What a fun party!

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Fun Friday

July 28, 2017 No Comments

Peanut had a dentist appointment today and Janie tagged along for the day. Their favorite part of going to see Uncle Randy is the waiting area with old video game machines.

After the appointment, we stopped for bagels.

Blueberry bagels were a hit with both kids.

Then we met up with Avia and Sophie at Arbolada Park. They have a cool dual swing that’s perfect for these two.

After nap time, Janie went to Fenton’s with Mama to say goodbye to another co-worker.

The girls were delighted to have ice cream before dinner!!

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Auntie Stephanie’s Party

June 3, 2017 No Comments

We went to a house in San Leandro this evening to throw Auntie Stephanie, Uncle Nathan, and Vivian a going-away party.

They are moving to New Jersey at the end of this month.

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Busy Morning

April 25, 2017 No Comments

Today was a day filled with appointments. First stop was the dentist. Janie and Peanut played with the video games while we waited for Uncle Randy.

Janie did a great job getting her teeth cleaned and x-rays taken. No cavities! Peanut also had his first exam and he cried and cried just like his big sister did on her first visit.

We later stopped at Whole Foods for a snack and were pleasantly surprised to see a step at the sink for kids.

Sophie and Avia showed up a little later and we sat down for a snack and a little treat. They sell Bubbies there!!

Look at these two girls. Reminds me of the first day they met.

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Janie is the one in white. They met in September 2012 when she was 4 months old and Sophie was 8 months old. So cute!!!

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5th Birthday Party

April 22, 2017 No Comments

Today we celebrated Janie’s 5th birthday with friends and family. It was nice to have a house with lots of space outside to throw a party. This year, we had a Paw Patrol Party!

We set-up the warm food inside and the snacks and drinks outside. The front door was decorated with a big banner and balloons.

The kids brought their bikes and scooters to ride around the greenbelt.

We all ate outside together and enjoyed the nice weather.

We also had sidewalk chalk and a bubble station set-up for the kids to play.

Janie had one little spill and had to take a moment to get patched up. Then it was back outside she went!

The kids gathered around to sing “Happy Birthday” and then it was time to eat cake!!

Peanut still wasn’t so sure of what he thought of cake.

The rest of the kids loved it though. We even rounded them up for a group photo with faces stuffed with cake and frosting.

Janie scored a bunch of Paw Patrol loot today and had a fun time at her party.

Happy Birthday, Big Girl!!

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Party in Oakland

March 4, 2017 No Comments

This evening, we went to Mommy’s co-worker’s retirement party in Oakland. Everyone brought their kids so it was kid-a-palooza. Peanut hung out and shared toys with Hudson.

Janie played with Mako, Sophie, Henry, and Vivian.

By the end of the night, Janie took out her flashlight, turned off the light in the playroom, and the kids had their own little dance party. Miraculously, we also managed to get a group photo of most of the kids together.

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Brunch in the Creek

January 29, 2017 No Comments

This morning, we went to Walnut Creek for brunch with Sophie, Avia, and Vivian.

Janie packed her Legos and shared with her pals while we waited for the food to arrive.

After our meal, the kids got to run around and play together. Peanut was busy walking up and down the ramp while the girls took a really cute photo together.

We also took a short walk down the Farmers Market before going our separate ways.

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HNL > OAK

December 6, 2016 No Comments

We’ve been dreading this day but now it’s time to fly back to the Bay Area. Peanut sat on one of the lobby chairs waiting for Dada to bring the car around and it reminded me of a photo we took of Janie when she was 2.

Before returning the rental car, we had to stop at Auntie Yoon and Uncle Kurt’s office to drop off the gear we borrowed from them. We are so happy they will be in town for Christmas this year!