bon tempe hike

the kids had veterans day off so the moms took the kids to bon tempe for a long hike. stunning day -  little cold but the sunny side was perfect. we picnicked and the kids collected branches for wreaths (which were never made) and they had some good bonding time during this very busy part of the year. and the moms got to chat - with secret photos being taken of us as well :)

sha hike

a day off from school = bon tempe hike!

lake lagunitas field trip

sugar skulls

we celebrated day of the dead with hand making sugar skulls last weekend and then decorating them this weekend. way easier than we thought and each skull definitely displays our individual personalities!

halloween

we had some historical figures in the house this halloween - cleopatra, lincoln and uncle sam! mahala and i worked on her costume together and she ended up winning one of the costume contests at her school! we did the usual dominga street trick or treating followed by a  candy filled weekend...

volleyball!

mahala gave volleyball a try this year. 6th grade is the first year that it is offered at school. they had a great team and they all really supported each other.  They were not very skilled since most were beginners but they learned some cheers and they definitely improved their serves.

thomas vs the pacific