Monday, November 30, 2009

Happy Thanksgiving!

I spent all of last year here in Colombia, and enjoyed traveling and seeing the sights. But this year, I am going home for the holidays!

First, I played tag at the airport with Debbie's family. They were so excited to be with mom and on an adventure!



I am always amazed at the beauty of the Northwest. Being out of the country, as wonderful as that is, makes you appreciate what you have back home.




Once home, the girls and I couldn't wait to get started on our Thanksgiving dishes. We had a whole list of things to make for our get together with Matt's family, including muffins, cookies, and pumpkin cheesecake! But as we started working, I noticed something.....


Huh. Seems there is a generation gap, even in the kitchen. Notice that both girls are using their laptops rather than cookbooks?


Eventually, I just took to watching!


I mean, I did help just a bit ~


All in all, the three of us whipped up some yummy treats.


And it wasn't just the company of my girls I enjoyed; I loved being with Jen's kittens too.

Max spent a lot of time on the prowl (behind a sliding glass door...) for squirrels:


Not to be out done, Luna was on the alert as well:


Most of their time, though, was spent on Naptime!!!



I sure love those two silly cats, but as much as they tolerate me (Luna more than Max), they love their mommy best!

Friday, November 6, 2009

Happy Birthday, Tim!

Tim and Diane, from Camas, are here in Bogota and enjoying life! Diane threw a lovely birthday party for Tim where we all danced to our hearts content, ate hearty Colombian fair, and enjoyed a yummy cake!!



Here are Debbie, Tim, and Jill:



And Debbie, Tim, and me:

Diana Doolittle

What a surprise when Diana showed me the baby hummingbird she found ~









Sunday, November 1, 2009

Happy Halloween from CNG

Happy Halloween from CNG! The whole school takes the day off; everyone comes in costume and the school is decorated for the enjoyment of all.




I came as a ghostly peacock ~ the super long eyelashes are my favorite!!


Here is Debbie with some of her kiddos ~



Debbie and me; enjoying a fun day at school ~