Braces

Hunter has now joined the legions of youth with braces. This picture was taken just hours after they were affixed and he was quite proud of them. He informed me that he would not be able to eat a "Twix" his favorite candy for 3 years. He was giving a lot of thought to what he could and could not eat. Don't know how long that will last. I think he looks very cute.

Code Name Red

Tabitha Mae Debrowski

Thanksgiving 2007

Doris and the Turduckhen get acquainted.
Doris and Nanda
Nanda made her yummy ginger tea in the "monkey humping coconut" teapot. All agreed it was delish.

After the Turduckhen exploded we dined on corn casserole and cranberry chutney. Actually some liked it and others found the unknown layers "gross". We had an enjoyable gathering and a lovely dessert buffet with ginger cake, pumpkin pie, brownies, and a beautiful bouche de Autumn made by new Mom Sarah. We all took turns holding infant Tabitha, sniffing her sweet head and admiring her long fingers.

Happy Thanksgiving to all! Hope your day was good.

At the Wedding: Amongst the purple pipes

And the Lord said unto Ken:
"Go and stand amongst the purple pipes
And amongst the green and corrugated roofs
Stand tall with a chemically illuminated headpiece
And thusly shall you be recognized on the Blog."

The Moment Is No Longer Worth the Effort

Snowy British Columbia

80 miles north of Nanaimo lies Vancouver Island's alpine destination, Mount Washington. Each year they receive over 30' of snow and last night the first flakes fell. So we ventured up-island to scope out our local downhill, snowboard and x-country skiing resort. It's going to be a very sweet season for outdoor activities.

Diwali – Lakshmi Pooja

On this day, the Goddess of Wealth Lakshmi is worshipped.
Rich and Pete participated in this Pooja.

Diwali – Padwa
This is the First day of the New Year. It is also a day for The Husband. Wife performs various services for the husband and pampers him and seeks blessings for him. This definitely appealed to Rich. ;-)

St. Croix Nups

Chris and Amy tied the knot on Friday, November 2 on the isle of St. Croix, VI. The weather was perfect and a joyful and memorable time was had by all. There were many noteworthy events: dance parties, breakfasts, receptions, skin diving, hiking, biking, fine dining, fine drinking, and massages, to name but a few. Many thanks to Amy, Chris, Jim and Marg for their generous hospitality.

A sea-side stroll.

The groom with his ma and pa.

The knot was tied on the beach.

Mrs. and Mr.

At the reception.

Jace does the J-Bird.

After drinks, in the drink. That's Amy's dad in the glasses.

The newley weds: wet but undaunted.