We got Maya early this morning & she gets to meet Alo at the Pt. Loma Library for a Magic Show, then Nati’s with Bill! I’ll have photos tomorrow.
Blogged on Amma’s iPhone with LOVE!
Hey! That’s my pillow!
Don’t let me wake you up… Sheesh!
Sparty didn’t seem too upset about Jen going back to work Monday.
He’s such a beautiful baby, and check out those chunky legs.
We have a new orchid in bloom.
… and some other orchids that’ve been blooming for a while.
The bloom just above smells like pina colata.
If I get reincarnated as an orchid, I want to have this view:
It was a little overcast, but still not too bad to look at.
Today’s my Friday. Tomorrow, something to look forward to – lunch with Bill! Akuch … are you going to join us??
Blogged on Amma’s iPad with LOVE!
It’s a bird. It’s Superman. It’s …
… an airplane! I think this is one of Alo’s favorite past times, watching airplanes fly over. While sitting on the deck last Thursday, there were plenty of exciting things to look at – airplanes flying over, cars & trucks (of all colors) driving by, people walking dogs. Lots to see and talk about.
Then on Friday during our regular “Alo Time” we spent much of the time in Hogan’s yard. Alo walked up and down the walk holding onto the house and gate exploring, enjoying being independent in the yard, and making raspberry sounds with his mouth – I wish I could take credit for this new sound, but Robb, I did not teach him this.
He found the blue tag lock to the breaker box quite interesting and tried to figure out how that thing works using great dexterity with his fingers and hands …
And Alo’s newfound friend Hogan entertained himself by following Alo around. Alo isn’t the least bit afraid of Hogan.
Such a cutie!
Blogged on Amma’s iPad with LOVE!
You’re not a baby anymore …
Poor thing. There’s really not a lot that can be said about these pictures, except they’re pretty damn funny and Maya sure looks BIG.
Jen goes back to work today. I wonder how she’s going to cope dealing with adults ???
Blogged on Amma’s iPhone with LOVE!
It’s challenging …
… to get all three grandkids together in one photo looking at (or near) the camera!
While I was teaching yesterday morning, I looked out the window and saw the neighbor took down his work of art. Whew! As of this morning, it’s still gone. We’re hoping it stays that way. Already prospective buyers are looking at the house today.
Blogged on my iPad with LOVE!
Happiness is …
… a happy baby,
being in Daddy’s arms …
… being on Pappa’s lap,
… being in Mommy’s arms,
… a cookie!
… and having these beautiful babies in my life!
Blogged on Amma’s iPad with LOVE!
Alo meets Hogan
Alo spent some time with us yesterday. We sat in the yard a while playing and watching airplanes fly over, then we ventured over into Hogan’s yard. We first gave him a good aerial view of the 4-legged desert wonder.
Then he got to sit and interact with him at ground level. No fear …
Afterwards, we played in the yoga studio for a while where Bruce and I tricked him into walking 3 steps and a few minutes later he walked 4 steps. Walking toward me both times, he had a look on his face that said “Yo, Dude, check me out. I’m walking.” Then when he finally figured out he was being tricked he played the “cling-on” game and he wouldn’t let go of his death grip. Watch out everybody! Alo’s well on his way to be a 2-footed traveller! Watch for videos here.
Our neighbors’ realtor held an open house yesterday, and sure enough they set up a cozy little wine & view corner, utilizing the plywood piece of junk overlooking our deck and yard. I like the way they used a scarf to conceal the unfinished seam in the two pieces of plywood.
Watch out for those splinters!
Blogged on Amma’s iPad with LOVE!
It’s a bird. No it’s a plane!
Alo loves looking at airplanes. I think it’s one of his favorite pastimes. We get to have him today for a couple hours, so you can guaranty we’ll be spending some of that time looking in the sky.
These pictures Robb took when he came to pick Alo up on Monday.
So our next door neighbors (the ones to the north) this week put their house on the market. They’re asking $859k. As part of the “fix up” to make the property more appealing, someone, either the owner or an agent for the realtor, constructed this beautiful outdoor “bar” for sitting, talking, drinking, eating…
Among the many problems with this addition eyesore is the fact that it overhangs about 8 inches over the property line, above our deck. You can see from the photos that it’s ugly, unfinished, and poorly constructed. Interestingly, our neighbor works in … construction! The photo below is from the street. Our property line is 3″ on the left side of the block wall, making this block wall entirely on our property (aka, our block wall on our deck). The “eyesore” comes out almost to the inside (our side) of the block wall.
You may be thinking I’m not very happy about this. Well guess what? You’re right.
But on a happier note … Who’s up for Nati’s at 11:30???
Blogged on my iPad with LOVE!
Restore
My class last night – Restorative & Pranayama. The last class of each month at the home studio is dedicated to inversions, chest openings, and learning how to release, relax, go inward & focus on the breath. This pose is called Supta Baddhakonasana (reclined bound angle pose). My students go home after a class like this completely blissed-out and stress free.
Jen sent me the next photo – Maya & Sparty’s first Padres game (I think last night?). I wonder if Maya also got to taste cotton candy???
Today’s my Friday!!! Woo Hoo.
Blogged on Amma’s iPhone with LOVE!
Hand holding siblings
Yesterday – Maya and Sparty hold hands while trying to decide what activities to plan for the day. Maybe just lay around in bed all day???
Friday – Alo at the park. I wore him out pretty good.
Today is just another day at the office. I can think of a lot more things I’d rather be doing. But it’s hump day for me…
For those of you who subscribe by email, your email will show the blog posting. What it won’t show is the featured image at the top of the post. In other words, if you’re viewing this from your email, you won’t be able to see the picture of Maya and Sparty at the top. You’ll have to click on the blog link to see it.
Blogged on Amma’s iPhone with LOVE!