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rock ‘n’ roll!

Posted on October 4, 2011 by cvc

Last weekend, Tom and Assaf rocked the SJ half-marathon. Since they carpooled, I let the kids sleep in a bit before hustling them out the door to the Light Rail Station. Both kids were so excited about riding the train … Continue reading →

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spooning good singing gum

Posted on September 22, 2011 by cvc

Dylan has become one of those few kindergartners who learn “Ring of Fire” in school. He’s been pulling out his ukelele every night lately, and tonight, after he put it down, he started singing, “the taste. of love is sweeeet. … Continue reading →

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and now the good stuff (pics!)

Posted on September 18, 2011 by cvc

The last couple of weeks have been fun as well. Other preschool buddies were also adjusting to their new schools and they were sorely missing one another. So much so, we set up a dinner and play date with Nate … Continue reading →

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a wordy post about school

Posted on September 18, 2011 by cvc

We’ve been busy these past couple of weeks since school started. Dylan is still adjusting, but now that he’s met a sweet friend (Marlon, Jr.), it seems like it is getting better. To be honest, we thought the kinder transition … Continue reading →

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and just like that, we have a kindergartner!

Posted on September 3, 2011 by cvc

proudOriginally uploaded by coffywoman. This was a pretty whirlwind week for Dylan. He finished his last day of preschool on the same day we went to the Kinder Open House, started school the next day, and started his new after-school … Continue reading →

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bday fun

Posted on August 30, 2011 by cvc

Taking a day off from work is always more fun than working, but my bday was awesome for more reasons than just that! I spent a leisurely morning with the kids playing trains, building train stations out of dollhouse pieces, … Continue reading →

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Camping Butano

Posted on August 29, 2011 by cvc

We did our second camping trip of the season at nearby Butano, one of Tom’s favorite state parks. And, for good reason. The place is beautiful–there aren’t too many campsites, they’re all nestled in redwoods, and despite the relative nearness … Continue reading →

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bday pics

Posted on August 26, 2011 by cvc

birthday kidsOriginally uploaded by coffywoman. As promised, here are some photos from the joint bday party celebration with Kaden. Just like last year, Kaden’s family hosted at their beautiful house. We brought Tofoo Com Chay yummies and mint chocoloate, cookies … Continue reading →

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Cameron turns 2

Posted on August 26, 2011 by cvc

It’s hard to believe Cameron is already two! When I see pictures of her as a baby, I’m still stunned at how quickly time went by…it seems like it went more quickly with her than it did with Dylan. To … Continue reading →

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dylan graduates

Posted on August 10, 2011 by cvc

dylan and teacher laurenOriginally uploaded by coffywoman. Last Friday, Dylan’s preschool hosted a sweet little graduation celebration and lunch at a nearby park! Dylan chose to wear his Hawaii shirt–we love this shirt on him. So glad Fred and Julie … Continue reading →

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