Holiday Season

As 2009 is beginning, Andrew and I feel blessed to have had such an amazing 2008. We spent both holidays in Redwood City. We really enjoyed cooking both Christmas and Thanksgiving feasts, although we missed being with family! We have done a little bit more work on our house--installed a gas fireplace and added a front railing to our porch. We feel even more settled in our home, and have spent many cozy evenings in front of the fire! We also recently went down to Santa Barbara to see family--the Shannons who live in SB and the Arps who came out to visit from Atlanta. As always, it was wonderful spending time with the family--picnicking, playing games, and lots of laughter!

The new front railing


Next project: Painting the new railing

Ugly Sweater Party--we look like crazy elves!


Our Christmas Tree


Arias playing with his new toy from cousin Carolyn


Arias sound asleep in front of the new fire


At the Beach in front of Granny's during our recent visit to Santa Barbara


Andrew, Meggan, and LeAnna


Arias stayed in Briana's lap during the picnic


Arias checking out the sand



The Newest Family addition--little cousin Sebastian


Cousin Brooke making Sand Angels


The BEST photo EVER: Brooke joyous while covered in sand!



Brooke & Brody petting Arias


Cousin Brody


LeAnna & Brody at the zoo


First picture of 2009



View of SF from Treasure Island, New Year's Eve


Fireworks over the Bay-Happy 2009!