Girls Night

One last time before year's end we gathered together at our regular spot in HB. All I can say is LOVE LOVE LOVE getting together with my friends!

Awards Assembly

Once again, Josette is exceptional in her performance at school. We conferenced with her teacher last week only to get a stunning report. I am writing this not to brag but to point out and document her wonderful accomplishments. Her teacher, Mrs. Millinder, said "Josette is perfect, I wish I had 20 of her in my class". She is not the first teacher to say that and each time we hear it as parents, it melts our hearts. She is sensitive, kind, thoughtful, a deep thinker and has wisdom beyond her years. My hopes for her in the future are to continue her academic success and continue to set a wonderful example to her sisters as well as others. Good job beautiful GIRL!

Carrie's Graduation

Congratulations to Carrie Fragoso Maltes! She earned her degree at Cal State San Bernadino and will soon be teaching in the classroom. We are so proud of her accomplishments and celebrated at her house with a beautiful Grad Party! The cousins were all together playing, eating tacos and cupcakes while the men gathered to watch the UFC fight . So many of Carrie's friends showed up to show their love and support and we couldn't be happier for her!!!

American Girl Tea

The Palos Verdes Library hosted a tea party in honor of American Girl. Josette and Gigi brought their dolls and learned about the history of all the American Girl Dolls. They are dying to get one of their own. Josette's favorite is Josephina, Gigi's is Felicity. We enjoyed cookies and lemonade and made new friends with Clara and her daughter Olivia.

Look at this CUTE little guy...

He lights up our lives!

Date Night

Once in a while the girls get a special date with Dad to go out for dinner and ice cream. Lucky Jessie!

Thanksgiving

This was one of the best Thanksgivings ever. I think we all feel so grateful and thankful for our wonderful family and friends and each year just seems to get better and better. I love watching the kids have fun with their cousins. And there is nothing like spending quality time with family over a feast of delicious food. The house is filled with lots of loud chatter and love and laughing all day. Brother Joe's speech to us all was the MOST special moment of the day. I am so grateful for him and his sincere beautiful words.