The Kids, The Dogs, and Other Things: August 2007

The Amigas Head Home

It was a wonderful time, but we had to leave. Thanks to everyone who made our 10 days so great. One of the things I love about my family is that we welcome guests with open arms. I was so proud to be one of us as everyone opened hearts, homes, and wallets to make Sami feel at home and welcome Danae and me back into the fold. I wouldn't trade families with with anyone.

Mt. Shasta...the place where the soda springs flow!

Oceanside Pier Then and Now

I got these at www.sandiegohistory.org a GREAT site for those native to SD to see the transformations the city has undergone since the invention of photography. Cool, huh?

"Oh, We Belong in the Zoo, The San Diego Zoo"

Yes, I'm showing my age with this slightly modified title, but it's so true. Doug and crew once again accompanied us to see the the animals. (The hatless ones are usually the zoo residents, in case we are hard to distinguish.) I'll bet you've all seen the cute'n cuddlies as well as the slippery slimies before, so you'll mostly see us humans here. To see more just go to http://www.sandiegozoo.org/

...another one rides the bus

No. We never made it to my favorite place on the planet, Balboa Park. but I couldn't leave it out entirely. Here's California tower as seen from the zoo.

Yes. Sami actually pushed Doug around the park!

Crazy Hats and Carousels at Seaport Village

Melissa, Sean, Layla, Doug, Pam, Beth and the 3 A's spent a very fun day at Seaport Village handling objects we didn't plan to buy, being very noisy and generally making a nuisance of ourselves in stores. it was great!!

Everyone wants a ride in Sean's new baby!

Two cuties with Coronado Bridge behind.

A Spam Hat! Danae's ultimate desire in headcoverings.

The Amigas Visit Family and Friends

We had a wonderful time seeing friends and family. In fact, we were having such a good time, we forgot to take pics of important people like the McClellans, Linda Miller, Cheri & Fred, and other folks! Sorry guys.