Thursday, December 29, 2011

'Tis the Season...

for riding Santa Trains, admiring outdoor light displays, visiting Christmas tree farms, hosting family, adopting puppies, playing Jenga, and cooking/sharing/eating awesome food.

Our annual Santa Train adventure begins with meeting the conductor.



Peering in for a glimpse of Santa.



Riding the train. I thought Anders was having a good time.



Botanical Garden lights -- an incredible display in an already spectacular setting.



Our Christmas Tree farm adventure begins.



"Our" tree has been found.



Gary takes the sawing lead.



Cuteness.



Jorja staking claim to "her" tree.



Comet -- our new family addition!



Jorja is a Jenga extraordinaire. Check out the faces of the other players.



Anders in the midst of his assorted new toys.



Our Christmas crew.



Family time.



A Christmas day bike ride...




Sunday, December 4, 2011

Sunset

Recently we've had spectacular (dry!) weather -- with equally notable sunsets. Taking advantage of this, we spent a late afternoon playing at the beach. Despite the chilliness and looming darkness, we had a great time.












Also:



They call themselves "The Underwear Heads".

Alrighty then.