Hump Day!

September now. What?! As you can see, we are down to 5 days before Melia starts K. We are so ready for the big day. Clothes, supplies, mind-set & all. K-Orientation is tomorrow night & "Meet the Teacher" day is Fri. Even though Melia already knows her teacher (small school) we will go to visit her.
Tonight, Melia & I are having dinner with Susan & hopefully, Oscar (her fiance). They will be married next Friday the 12th & we are so excited to see them. Although, we do not see each other very often, Susan is one of my oldest & dearest friends & I'm so grateful to have her in my life. She deserves every happiness in the world...they both do. It should be a fun wedding. It will happen on a yacht out of Newport Beach & most of our "old school LB" group will be in attendance.

Angels Baseball Game

Last night we attended the Angels vs Oakland baseball game with some co-workers of mine. We had a great time even though they lost. I was trying to remember the last time Melia had been to a game & I believe she was less than a year old. Nah! That can't be right?! Any who, let me take this time to thank everyone who insisted on loading her up with sugar last night! It was so much fun when we got home. I guess it wouldn't be a true baseball game without "junk food," right?

Coming to an End

Summer, that is. Can you believe it? You wouldn't know it with the constant hot weather. This weekend is Labor Day...the last hoorah before school starts. She begins Kindergarten on Sept 8 at Brea Friends. She can't wait! I think her summer has been packed with so many activities & field trips that it's starting to bore her. I mean, c'mon?! Knotts Berry Farm, Aquarium of the Pacific, bowling, rollerskating, swimming, Pump It Up, Chuck E Cheese - boring is NOT the first word that comes to my mind, but whatever. I will have to say that the girl is really looking forward to doing school. I really hope that lasts for a long time.
Tomorrow, I have jury duty for the very first time. I'm going into it with a positive attitude because all I've ever heard were negatives about it. Crossing my fingers.

Back from the WILD!

This past weekend was a success! We were able to surprise my mom Thursday night at dinner. She had no idea we were going to be there for her birthday. Sashimi was to die for...salmon melting in my mouth! Yummy!
Friday, Melia & I endured the heat at the Wild Animal Park. It's always so darn hot & this time was no exception. Last time she was there, I think she was 18 mos so basically it was her 1st time there. As you can see, she had a great time.
Saturday was a day of relaxation & then the Charger game in the afternoon. Well, tailgating starts at least 4 hrs prior to the game. It was a lot of fun, especially since I was able to hang out with a dear friend of mine who happens to have tickets down near the Charger families. It was great to see him.
Sunday is church day & it was no different for me in S.D. Hung out with my mom, Anna, Aunty Regina & Uncle Richard. Tutu & Granny began school shopping for Melia. Thanks you two! I had to peel myself away from the Olympics so we could get on the road. Finally, arrived back in Brea around 10 p.m. Yikes! It was a great time!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MOM/TUTU!

Today, Aug 7, is my mom's birthday. If you get a chance today, please wish her a Happy Birthday at bkakalia@qualcomm.com - she would absolutely LOVE IT & it would make her day!!! Melia & I have something special in store for her, but she doesn't know it yet. So mums the word if you talk to her or if you email her. We are going to the Wild Animal Park on Friday & will be going to the Charger vs Cowboy game on Saturday. Whooohooooo!! Can't wait! No, not a fan of either, but it's FOOTBALL FOR HEAVEN'S SAKE!