Home away from home

Spending the night in Lodi means two things: 1. I have a full belly and a happy heart from spending time with my fam. And 2. I am missing my husband already and looking forward to seeing him tomorrow!

Still well worth the ride and the time out to see my brother's new pup, Buster, and to get some QT with Pop and Momo.

Also, I couldn't resist snapping a pic of
Peyton's sweet new ride because I know her uncle Lucas would be very proud and excited for her.

one more..

the man that spent most the time behind the lens:

50mm in SF

We spontaneously took off to the city after I taught Saturday morning. Our trip consisted of not much more than cheap mexican food for lunch, spying the boat race from afar, good coffee, riding bikes, and a little taste of chocolate to share. In short, it was perfect.

Good morning!

Never thought I would be bringing my husband coffee at the Capitol, but I kinda like it.

Family Ties

Almost forgot to post! Sunday evening we had our first of hopefully many movie dates with some of the women on Luke's mom's side. Grama, Karen, Aunt Kim, Sheena, and myself got together for a classic movie and some yummy eats. We each brought a salad, we had wine spritzers, and watched Casablanca. It really was a perfect Sunday evening. I always say how lucky we are to be so close with both of our families. I never knew my mom's mom, so I am especially grateful for the opportunity to have a relationship with Karen's mon. For Grama's 80th birthday last year the entire family on her side (Dellingers, Nissens, Dunns, Links, and Mehlers!) gathered for a wonderful weekend on the coast. I will never forget Aunt Vicky teaching us girls how to knit. She, like Sheena and I married into the Dellinger family and I couldn't have asked for a better one. Sheena and I also share Grama's rings- Lucas proposed to me with her engagement ring, and Adam married Sheena with the matching wedding band. It's corny, but it always makes me smile thinking about the bond Sheena and I will forever have with our matching ring set.

Jaw's party

Monday evening Jamber hosted a viewing party to celebrate the recent release of a newly enhanced version of Jaws. It gave Jason a chance to make his famous 24 hour marinaded fish tacos (he even whipped up a tofu version, too---DELICIOUS!) for everyone, and it gave me a chance to use Pinterest to it's fullest potential (DIY party accessories). I searched "shark desserts" and saw a sweet How-to  for carving a watermelon into a shark. I hung out with Linds and Mandy during the day and was delighted to be reminded of Linds' carving abilities (you should see her with a pumpkin), so I enlisted her to help... well, essentially, make my shark. I think you'll be able to tell from our pics it was a complete success.

also- this marked our first time experimenting with the new 50mm lens that the LaPeterson's gave Luke for his birthday. We have lots to learn, but I think it's going to be perfect for us!

Lindsay, ready and willing to conquer the water melon!

Stella is wondering what the heck her moms are doing.

It's getting there....

My Girls

Me presenting Lindsay's handiwork

Mom, Dad, and Sophie in the kitchen

Sophie is kind of my new BFF

How can you not love her?

Mr. Jason

Tofu cooking....mmmmmm.....

my tootsies in relaxation mode.

From SF with Love

Overnighter in the city. Couldn't have been more perfect (after the 3 hour drive, that is). Got some time in exploring the panhandle- good friends, good food, successful city bike rides (at night, too!), great dj's, sweet dreams in a custom built window seat, and my love. Life is sweet.