Reunion

Becky and I have not seen each other for 5 years and we have known each other since we were 6 years old. During our visit we realized that Jaden is the same age as we were when we became friends. How freaky is that. And our mom's were younger than Becky and I when they started hanging out. It was fun getting together. It was just like old times. Love ya Becky. You have great kids and you are a great friend and mom. Keep up the good work.



Becky's oldest Chloe (8) and my oldest Jaden (6).




The kids hanging out. It's as if they have always been friends too.
Laura, Becky, and Liz. Maria my sister hung out with Liz growing up. Becky has 4 kids, Liz has 4 kids and Laura has 2 kids.




Mom and Beth haven't seen each other for about 20 years. They are determined to see each other more now that they live within a few miles from each other. But they visited like no time has passed them by.



It was great getting together and I hope we see each other sooner than 5 years.

Graduation

We are so proud of Jake!!!! He graduated from LACC on Saturday December 13, 2008. Jake, you have done a great job at being a student, father, and husband. We are so proud of all your hard work and dedication during your education. We love you and know that you are going to be a great doctor. A picture of Jake right after he received his diploma.
A picture of the entourage with spouses. We are going to miss this group, but I'm sure we'll work in some reunions. Best of luck to everyone!!
Entourage photo. Good memories with this group. They all pulled through and have great memories.
Family photo with the graduate. We are soooooo proud of Jake.
We both made it to this point with love and faith. It has been memorable and worth it. More memories to come. I love you honey. You are the best!!!! Congratulations.

Chiro Dinner & Pinks'

On Saturday Jake and I went to his Graduation dinner and reunited with his classmates. The dinner was held on the beach in Huntington beach. Good food and good company. Following the dinner our friend Phil was feeling spontaneous and suggested that we go to Pinks' for a hot dog. So off to downtown L.A. we go for a hot dog. This was my first time going to Pinks' and who would have thought at 12:30 a.m we would have to wait in line for an hour for a hot dog? Jake ordered us the "Today show" hot dog (which had guacamole, chili, cheese, onions, and two hot dogs in a bun) to share. So by 1:00 am I was clogging up my arteries and having my second meal of the night. Good times!!!! (For those that don't know, Pinks' is a famous hot dog joint where famous people are spotted. The film Oceans Eleven also had Pinks in the movie. Several items on the menu are named after famous people that eat there.)

S.L.C Temple Lights

Before leaving back to California, we had a family night out and went to see the lights on Temple Square.

Thanksgiving

We are grateful for our two healthy, active, and loving boys. Jaden gave us notes he wrote at school and he wrote to us the following:

* I am thankful for the wrd becus you liv in the wrd.
* I am thankful for food becus you cat liv whef aot it.
* I am thankful for my fanle they help me.

He also wrote, "Dear Mom and Dad, I want to thank you for doing my chrs for me. and helping me. and loveing me. and geting me pesins on my B-day. love Jaden

David and Clare, thanks for the wonderful Thanksgiving meal. It was great spending the day with you guys.