First Lost Tooth!

In addition to my birthday celebration, Melia's first tooth came out on the same evening. Yep! She was so excited. I just can't believe it! She's getting so tall & has started reading a lot more. Wow!

Another Birthday, Another Day...

As most of you know, it was my birthday last Friday. It's taken me years to actually say that out loud. Anyway, it began with a limo picking us up (special thanks to a special friend for my special gift) & then we proceeded to Mosun's in Laguna Beach. Can I just say, YUM!!! If you've never been, it's a definite must. A little small, but very cozy; trendy, but friendly. Service was awesome & quick and food was even better. Lots of beautiful looking people there, so your eyes won't get bored. We had some of the best dishes I've ever tasted at a Japanese restaurant. Then we headed upstairs to their night club, Club M, for some calorie-burning dancing. It was so much fun! Thank you, ladies, for making my birthday a special one! Lis, A, Bran & Lizzie...I love you!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ILAN!

My nephew's birthday is today. Ilan is his name. Happy Birthday, Ilan! We love you! He is my youngest brother's 2nd son. If you've noticed, September is a big birthday month for our family. My grandpa's was on the 16th & my aunty's was on the 18th, as well. 

Our weekend was great! Friday was a 9/80 Friday so that's a good start. Saw the movie, "The Women," on Sat night with my friend, Linda. It was great. And then we stayed for a bit to listen to the Jazz Festival in Downtown Brea w/some Starbucks. That was fun, too. Today, was a day of relaxing & ended it with a great dinner at the Miyatake's. They're so great! They're always taking care of us. 

We hope you all have a wonderful week!

Relaxing...

After a crazy weekend last weekend, I will make sure that this weekend is the complete opposite. Today is a 9/80 Friday so I will be home doing my chores: laundry, vacuuming, dusting, you know the drill. And yes, there'll be lots of relaxing in the mix. 

Today, Melia will complete her 2nd week of Kindergarten & she is thoroughly enjoying it. She loves her teacher & has made some more new friends. It's great to see what she's learning already. Did I tell you that they cook every week? I love this school!

Have a great weekend! 

Congratulations to the Salamone's!

Last night I had the honor of attending my girlfriend Susan's wedding. It took place on a yacht in Newport Beach & it was absolutely beautiful & perfect. Here they are sharing their first kiss. (Not bad for a cell phone.) Her new husband, Oscar, is such a great guy...we are so happy for them both. She is a long-time friend from about 16 yrs ago & is very dear to my family & I. She finally found the man of her dreams & he is the luckiest guy to have her by his side. Below is our first look at Mr. & Mrs. Salamone. They should be leaving for their honeymoon in Costa Rica on Monday. They were supposed to leave tonite, but the hurricane caused the postponement. We hope they have a safe & awesome time! Enjoy! We love you guys!