It has been one crazy, busy and wonderful year since sweet Isla officially joined our family. She is silly, sweet, loyal, feisty , unique and everything that our little family needed. For her birthday, we had the rare opportunity of having almost all of our family in town, so we had a little birthday party on a Wednesday night for her and Lester at one of our favorite parks. Friends and family from all parts of our lives came, and it was such a good reminder of how good life is and how blessed we are. We bbq'd, played in the ball pit, threw the football around and just generally hung out. Isla's friend Kate had a birthday as well, so we decided to make it a joint effort. It was fun to watch the girl's different personalities exhibit themselves-Isla was very unsure, even wary of the attention from everyone. She started out upset, then timid, then willing to try it, then finally dove all in and happy. She loved her cake and the sweet presents so many of sweet friends brought her. Lester as well enjoyed sharing the day with his daughter, and it was over all a great time. Thanks to all the wonderful friends who came and who have always supported us! We're so lucky!
































On their actual birthday, Lester had a very rare, unexpected Saturday off, so we went to the Farmer's Market at the Ferry building in San Francisco. It was a gorgeous day, with lots of yummy food and fun shops. We played at the park for a little bit before heading home and relaxing for the day. That evening we joined with some of Lester's family for dinner for Brazilian BBQ, and once again, had a great time.

Unfortunately now, us three ladies are all in the long process of recovering from a nasty cold/cough-well, they are I should say. I am in the hospital for pneumonia as it turns out-guess that's one way to get a break huh? Haha...ultimately though, it makes me feel even more grateful that we were all well enough for the last few weeks to do all the amazing things we needed to. And more then anything, it makes me feel more grateful for this wonderful year we've spent with lovely Isla, my sweet husband who takes such good care of us, and my family who is always here for us. Here's to many many more! Love my sweet husband and adorable Isla girl.