Family

Ponies Christmas Party

| December 1, 2007

Morgan’s basketball team, the Venice Ponies, had their Christmas party last Saturday night at the home of the Akamines. Lots of activities for the kids, including ornament making, card making, karaoke (featuring music from High School Musical 2), gingerbread house making, and a special visit from Santa.

First Day of School

| September 7, 2005

First day of school for the kids. They both go to Center Street Elementary, which is one of two elementary schools in town. Took me a bit to get back into the swing of things, as far as making them breakfast, packing their lunch, fixing a snack, hustling them off to school. Stephanie is starting… Read More »

Disneyland Resort

| August 30, 2005

We spent the past weekend at the Disneyland Resort with Iris’ brother, Scott; his daughter, Jennifer; his son, Casey; and Jennifer’s husband, Edward. We stayed at the Grand California Hotel, which is very nice in amenities but a little short in service. Best thing about the hotel is that it’s right next to California Adventure… Read More »

Pasadena Tournament

| August 27, 2005

Morgan’s basketball team, the Venice Ponies, played the first game of three last night. They beat the FOR Hula Hoops 11 to 5. Morgan had a basket in the second half, getting the ball down in the low wing and driving to the hoop. More pictures here.

New Spa is In

| August 26, 2005

The new spa was installed yesterday. At least, it has been physically located to its position on the backyard patio. Waiting this morning for the electrician to come by and hook it up to some juice, and then I can fill it with some water. It’s the Caspian by Tiger River spas, which I understand… Read More »