The Big 4 0!

Can hardly believe it!

Today is Greg's 40th birthday -- seems like just yesterday he was 28 and we were getting to know each other.

Time sure flies when you're getting older!

We'll celebrate when I get home today -- too early to party at 4:45 a.m. He wants to go to his favorite chinese buffet restaurant tonight so we're there!

Happy Birthday Handsome!

Now you're officially a raisin.

I love you,
V

Fun Weekend

Friday:
Had a great time visiting with Erin at lunch. Thanks Erin for lunch, the great conversation, and reminiscing about old times! So happy you loved the photos.

Had a great BBQ with Mona/Peanut - always great laughs and yummy food.

Saturday:
Spent the day in Chico celebrating Mandy's 21st birthday. Had a good lunch at Sierra Nevada Brewery - the food wasn't that great but the atmosphere was very nice. They have a great gift store and they even give tours of the brewery.

Mandy gave us a tour of the spa she works at - very high end and beautiful. Went to Bidwell Park to capture a few snapshots of my girls. It was a great visit! Hard to believe Mandy is now 21!

Even had time at the end of the day to squeeze in the move "Fame". It was fair - not outstanding.

Sunday:
Spent the afternoon with Renee at Valerie's soccer game in San Ramon. So good to visit - the three of us had lunch and then we watched her play soccer. It was a warm day and a perfect setting for lounging. Great conversation and friendship fun!

Had a BBQ at Mona/Peanut's -- BBQ'd riblets, spring salad and fresh homemade french fries -- so yummy! I think I gained 3 lbs.

ENJOY THIS DAY!

21

So hard to believe my baby is 21 today!

HAPPY, HAPPY 21st sweet Mandy!

Of course it seems like only yesterday you were starting school, riding your bike, rollerblading, talking back, scarying mom, going to prom, getting grounded, and giggling non-stop!
A new chapter begins today (that of drinking of course). You are legal and will make it known to the world today!

I hope you have a fantastic day filled with friends, love, presents, and laughter. Can't wait to see you on Saturday!!!

Enjoy this special day!

I love you,

Mom

Happy Fall!

Hi all,

Yep, although it's going to be 102 degrees today, it's officially the first day of fall. I love this season and so look forward to:

- Color

- Homemade soups

- Crisp, fresh air

- Pumpkins

- Baking

- Sweaters

- Cool evenings

- The crunch of fall leaves

- Casseroles

Enjoy this day!

V

Kodak Moments

Hi there,

I had a great time doing a photoshoot on Sunday with my friend Erin and her family. Using our local resources, I took 250 snapshots. I am weeding through all the pics and selecting my favorites (which total out to be about 50).
Erin: I will soon hand them over - in the meantime, here is a quick peek. Let me mention these were not my top picks -- just saving the best for last!

V

PBR

Hi all,

Had a great time on Saturday at the PBR. Those cowboys are something else! I don't think I could ever get tossed off a bull like that - however, I think I would try. I've always had dreams about being the first female bull rider! And now, presenting, direct from Antioch, a little frenchie - Veronique!! I can hear it now!

Anyhow, had a great time with friends. The evening passed too quickly though. Thanks Renee for setting up the dinner reservations -- I always miss you and am so glad we were able to get together. You owe me our monthly dinner!

Enjoy your evening and happy trails all,

V