Field Trip to the Academy of Sciences

I was fortunate to be a chaperone for the field trip to the Academy of Sciences. It was a treat to see the exhibits through their eyes, and really special to spend time getting to know more of his classmates.







All eyes on a butterfly.





Checking out the albino alligator.

Summer Fun 2012

With summer coming to an end, I thought we should reflect on some of our grand summer adventures and every day moments.

DJing with Daddy in the Mission and enjoying some sort of bubbly soda - an extra bonus treat.



Charlie just being his cute self after swim class.



His cow pillow. It's like his security blanket. It comes everywhere.



Meeting Max Katzin for the first time.



Bewildered by the nudging goats at the Noe Valley Summer Festival.



Making the most of a foggy and chilly summer day in San Francisco at Crissy Field.

Tahoe Summer Vacation 2012

We shared a house in Tahoe with Nana and Papa, with the Armisteads right up the road. It was a really relaxing and adventure filled 4th of July vacation week.

Beach time at Meeks Bay.





Pancake breakfast with the Tahoe Fire Department!





Sharing a gondola ride with Papa - one of Charlie's FAVORITE things to do in Tahoe.





Charlie playing monster!



Hiking with Papa and Shadow.



An afternoon at the pool.





Hanging out with the entire clan...

Charlie Starts Preschool - PKDW

Charlie started at his new preschool, PKDW - Potrero Kids at Daniel Webster. The school is FABULOUS and he is already thriving. Here are a few pictures from his first few days.



Charlie getting to know his new teach Clint.





Admiring the passing garbage truck during recess, of course!



Kick ball!




I think he is in for a really colorful and bright journey during the next 2 years!

Camp Mather 2012

This year at Camp Mather it was ALL about the bike for Charlie. At the beginning of the week he would 'ride' his scoot bike by just standing over it and walking. But by the end of the week he was sitting down, balancing & cruising everywhere. Living in San Francisco, it's challenging to find a flat road and a good chunk of time to really practice. THANK YOU CAMP MATHER!!!



Happily riding Sweetie Tweetie, the famous (and ancient) donkey.



One of my favorite moments of the week. I realize these will be far and fewer between as he gets older, and I so promise to revisit this moment often in years to come!

Charlie Starts Swim Lessons

I have been waiting and waiting for this day, but super nervous that it was going to be welcomed with tears and resistance towards getting in the pool. Charlie completely surprised me. By the second class he happily plopped down on his step and eagerly started to stick his face in the water. With a little convincing he put his goggles on and already is turning into a fish. I actually think he might just be the class clown!








Happily practicing at home in the tub.

Happy 3rd Birthday Charlie!

For weeks leading up to Charlie's 3rd birthday I had been plotting to have a huge birthday party in a park with a special appearance of a TACO TRUCK...but when I stopped and asked him what he wanted he only really wanted 2 things- a 'Banilla Bargage Truck' and Ivania & Maya. So to honor his birthday wishes, we had a small gathering at our house with a few of his favorite neighborhood friends (the Uttings, the Cohen/Halpern Family, Ivania, and Nini) and of course, a garbage truck cake!

his BANILLA BARGAGE TRUCK cake...





Ivania & Maya....



Opening presents with Nini.



Happy 3rd Birthday my sweet Charlie bear! May the next year be full of adventures, new beginnings, and loads of laughter. I love you sweet peach.