Our Babies

Mommy had to got to work to prepare and the girls were so well behaved.  They both took a nice nap and I was able to get a lot of work done.  Luca played teacher for a few hours, she was REALLY into it.  I wasn't able to get photos because I was extremely busy.  This is a temporary classroom because my classroom is under construction until April.  

"Charlie" is Born!

It was MJ's 6th birthday and we went to Build a Bear.  Luca had a blast and has really attached to her new friend, Charlie.  

At first Mommy was trying to dress the bear, but Luca took over and her unique personality really came out.  Instead of a bear she wanted a bunny.  Instead of a brown color she wanted color.  She dressed the bunny in a chiquita banana outfit and for shoes she chose glitter ugg boots.  Everyone was laughing and then to top it off she named it Charlie (a girl). It was hilarious. The only pproblem now is that Charlie goes everywhere with us.  It is like having a 3rd kid.  

Mommy had to visit the doctor and who do you think made the trip too?

This is how we travel now!!  Luca and Charlie were taking a nap

Wathcing cousin MJ at gymnastics with Charlie

Breakfast

All Parties that Luca has!

Here is the Birthday Girl!  Happy Birthday Malia!  We love you  xoxo

Charlie is beginning to take shape after she was stuffed.

Nap Time

Afternoon nap is scheduled for the same time everyday 12-2

I didn't want Luca to get out of the habit of taking naps because at school it is required.

Brunch-Yum

We are lucky to have such wonderful friends.  We invited the Campbells over for brunch and it was really fun.  They were great with the kids!

Staring Comtest

Mimosa Station

Summer 2012

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium-San Pedro

Vera & Graeme met us there. My friend Liz has the summer off too, so we try to get together often.    

This summer has been amazing!  Having a newborn made traveling difficult, so the Artiga Girls tried to get out and do fun things as much as possible.  usually we are in NY for the summer, but being home was actually nice.  We were able to spend more time with friends and family.  

 Here are some pics of the last month.  

Papa took Mommy and Luca to the circus.  Lexa stayed home with Daddy-it was too loud for her.

Papa and Luca

We spent a lot of time in our backyard, staying cool.

The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens

Photo Shoot