Pictures and Writings

We are finally putting art up in our office (which was destroyed by an ice dam waterfall this spring). It makes me so happy to have Willa's self-portrait over my desk!

Also for our office, we framed a painting that we won years ago at a silent auction to benefit the China AIDS Orphan Fund. I'm glad it's finally up!

We framed a piece of Jia's art for over her bed. It says, "I dream of flying." I love it!

We received these in the mail. I wonder who sent them? :-) (Click to enlarge.)

Travel Group Reunion

We always have a terrific time at our annual travel group reunion. The girls get along so well, just like sisters (who don't fight)!

Harry Potter Camp

The girls spent the week at Harry Potter camp. They had a great time selling their wares at Diagon Alley. Willa sold pets like Pygmy Puffs and Jia sold wands.

Rooting for their Quidditch teams!
 

Jia's team, the Hunting Howlers, won the Quidditch World Cup! I couldn't tell the teams apart or what they were doing, but I did enjoy the mascot in the video.

They both said Harry Potter camp was their most favorite camp ever!  

Jia Day!

Eight years ago today, a very scared little Jia was placed in our arms. Today, she is off to Harry Potter camp and then we are going to her favorite restaurant for dinner. Jia, you are such a treasure and we are so grateful to have the privilege of being your parents!

Jia's gift from China this year was a panda tea set. She loves it!

 

Meet Rosie and Lily!

We have some furry new family members! Meet Rosie and Lily. Their prior owners lost interest and we are excited to give them some good cuddles! Our house tally: 1 male and 9 females (us, plus the dog, cat, guinea pigs, and even the two fish are girls!)

 

Willa's piggy has a mohawk!

A Festive Fourth!

We had a terrific time celebrating Independence Day and having front row seats to watch fireworks from the balcony at my parents' condo, as usual!

Strawberry Picking

The 4th of July made for a perfect day for picking strawberries! The girls were such amazing helpers that we ended up with 15 pounds in 20 minutes!

 

 

 

As Willa dug into her strawberry shortcake, she said, "Mmm, there are no words."

  

Cow train!

 

 I think we will do this every year!