Walking thoughts

My street is showing off right now, what with a full lake of crystal water and trees that are in their autumn prime. It's beautiful in a way I've never noticed before, peaceful and cool in a way I've never really desired but definitely appreciate. There is so much heaviness in our families lives right now, so many unknowns and heartache ahead, and the fact that there's little to nothing for me to fix weighs heavy on my heart. But there was this moment on my morning walk, and it was nothing significant and not at all earth shattering, but the beauty of the earth felt so refreshing and bright and tears filled my eyes--sad and happy, heavy and light. There's still nothing I can do, except maybe share this photo--this small second on a long day--and hope that Mother Nature can offer a moment of reprieve to others like she so gracefully offered me. 

Cheerleaders

I'm beyond grateful for family to love on my kids, and the opportunity I have to love on theirs. Sports--they've been our world lately--and it's been such a fun gathering place for our loved ones. 

My world.

T's been so lucky to have so many people come and support him in cross country. He loves his Pepa, and the feeling is mutual!

Quinny Cat and her cheer squad!

Quinn and her coach!

We love that Grammie is retired now and can come support these little ones in all their activities!

Hunter is a BEAST on the field. It was such a joy watching him play soccer last weekend!

Cousin besties in orange (with cute hair, you're welcome!)

Sweet Bea, we'll claim her for life!

Our Dodger dog looks sooooooo happy, no?!

The absolute CUTEST Dodger fan. I love him so much and had to include this picture with our other cheerleaders. 

Two Scott Wiggintons!

The good, the bad and the ugly in the bay

The good:

teamLAB exhibit at the Asian Art Museum in SanFran with the Tats and the McKissicks.

Give me and my kids alllllllllll the museums and all the art and all the culture! I miss city living.

The good, continued:

Ash took the girls home and the boys and I adventured around the city. Watched the blue angels and an air show over the Golden Gate Bridge while we ate clam chowder from a bread bowl. We froze...it was fun!

The bad...and the ugly (tear):

Baby's first post-season game (and mama's first as well). Dodgers vs Giants with Garrett Satfield. 

THEY>CRUSHED>US. 

ohhhhh...it was so bad and it was sooooo ugly. 

Friends for 20-something years now!

A row divided haha...at least someone went home happy!

It was a shock for these two to have so many people hate us, curse us, and get it fights around us. It was a really good lesson on not allowing a loyalty to a team get in the way of humanity. Go Dodgers, even if we were bad luck for you that night!

 

Tai Verdes is where it's at

I honestly don't remember who was headlining because oh my gosh, Tai Verdes was basically the funnest person that ever existed! His music was witty and upbeat and his presence was just $$$. These free tickets from Caitlyn made for just about the best Thursday night on record. 

I have missed nightlife like I miss my besties--and if you know, you know. It's so nice to be going out a little more and dancing like no ones watching (except everyone is watching and I look a fool--no biggie!)