Wednesday, September 5, 2007

How fun to get a surprise visit…

…from my friend, Stormy, who moved to Portland last year. She and her daughter, Sofía, made a last-minute trip to Utah/Wyoming, and came to stay for a few days. Ame and Sofía had a great time hanging out together, as did we. I never knew what a difference having another adult around during the day could make! The girls did have somewhat of a love-hate relationship, though, always arguing over dolls and hair things, and who was "being nice" or not. Their little arguments were quite amusing.

This is my favorite picture…how cute is she, acting all grown up!

I am now a thirtysomething…I think

Or am I just a "thirty"? Either way, I know I'm out of the twenties. My birthday was very nice; I received lots of birthday greetings, so I really felt loved. The day of, my friend Stormy was with us, so we grilled hamburgers and had a small birthday celebration with a delicious cake and great gifts from Stormy and Aki.

Then, on Saturday, we joined in on a block party/birthday party celebration (though not just for me, I promise) and Aki roasted a pig, and there was a great turnout. I have no pictures of it, though, sorry.

My family came over for Sunday dinner to celebrate mine and my sis-in-law Heidi's birthdays. More yummy cake and fun presents!