Snapshot #530: Lunch Break

March 30, 2012.  Milpitas, California.  Best lunch break ever.  A full hour test drive.  

Snapshot #529: Little Miss Hazel

March 29, 2012.  San Jose, California.  Because I haven't posted a photo of Hazel in several days (yes, I know the real reason you visit the blog!)

Snapshot #528: Before & After

March 28, 2012.  San Jose, California.  My upgrades for the rocking chair in the nursery are now complete (minus the ottoman...that's next).  I finished sewing the back pillow today.  I am pleased with the way it turned out.

Video Snapshot #527: Hazel Whistles

March 27, 2012.  San Jose, California.  This video is to dispel all doubt about Hazel's ability to whistle.  (Sorry Shelli...I think her whistle is better than yours.)  

Snapshot #526: Homemade Pillow Cover

March 26, 2012.  San Jose, California.  Today I finished this pillow cover for the seat cushion of the rocking chair in the nursery.  It is delightful having a sewing machine that works well!

Video Snapshot #525: Baby Kisses

March 24, 2012.  San Jose, California.  It's our darling baby doll giving herself kisses.

Video Snapshot #524: Hazel Laughing

March 23, 2012.  San Jose, California.  Our beautiful little Hazel is such a joy to be around!

Video Snapshot #523: Hazel Sits

March 22, 2012.  San Jose, California.  Look what I can do!  Look what I can do!

Snapshot #522: She Sits

March 21, 2012.  San Jose, California.  Yes, she has been able to sit up for some time now.  Her new trick is going from a lying down position into a sitting position all on her own.

Snapshot #521: Before & After

March 20, 2012.  San Jose, California.  (Hey Lindsey, recognize this table?)  If trying this at home plan on spending seven times the amount of time you think it should take!

Snapshot #520: She Whistles

March 19, 2012.  San Jose, California.  Hazel deliberately whistles...it's pretty cute.

Snapshot #519: Saturday Morning Chores

March 17, 2012.  San Jose, California.  The house is spotless...now let's play!

Snapshot #518: Cafe Baklava

March 16, 2012.  Mountain View, California.  For dinner Dave took Hazel and I to Cafe Baklava in downtown Mountain View; mediterranean cuisine.  Yeah for bonuses!

Exploring California: Snapshot #517: Ed Levin County Park & Golf Course

March 15, 2012.  Milpitas, California.  Hazel and I did a little hiking with friends this afternoon at Ed Levin County Park on the opposite side of the valley from us.  This picture is to entice my in-laws into coming for a visit...yes, that IS a golf course nestled between the hills. 

Snapshot #516: Naked Time

March 14, 2012.  San Jose, California.  Hazel finds clothing a big nuisance and quite enjoys being able to run around without it.

Snapshot #515: Oops

March 13, 2012.  San Jose, California.  Dyed leather...bad idea for baby.

Snapshot #514: Foot in Mouth

March 12, 2012.  San Jose, California.  Literally.

Exploring California: Snapshot #513: Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve

March 10, 2012.  Los Altos, California.  I was excited to learn that there are a number of Open Space Preserves not far from us.  Dave, Hazel, and I took a hike through Rancho San Antonio today.  Being a Saturday, parking was next to impossible; but after passing Deer Hollow Farm (about 1 mile in) the trails were less crowded and still stroller friendly.  We took the Wildcat Loop Trail up to a vista point with panoramic views of Silicon Valley and were not disappointed by the wildlife we spotted on the way back down.  

Snapshot #512: Staycation Booklet Design

March 9, 2012.  San Jose, California.  All this week I have been working on a design for a Bay Area "Staycation" booklet that I'm creating for members of my local Relief Society.  After three or four drafts, this is what I have come up with.  Does it have, in your opinion, the most helpful information for planning an excursion?  

Snapshot #511: Mountain View Stroller Hike

March 8, 2012.  Mountain View, California.  I met up with a small group of stroller-hikers this morning in Mountain View.  It's been incredibly beautiful outside the last couple days.   I'm trying to get outside more and more with Baby; organizations like Stroller Hikes are a big help.

Snapshot #510: Deer Hollow Farm

March 7, 2012.  Los Altos, California.  I walked with a friend this morning to Deer Hollow Farm through the San Antonio Open Space Preserve in Los Altos, California.  The preserve has beautiful hills with numerous trails.  I can't wait to return and go hiking.

Recipe Diaries: Snapshot #510: Vegetables, Beef & Barley Soup

March 6, 2012.  San Jose, California.  Finding inspiration for the kitchen has been a chore as of late; but this Vegetable-Beef-Barley Soup turned out pretty good.  Ingredients include:  Barley, Broccoli, Leek, Carrot, Onion, Diced Tomatoes, Zucchini, Beef, Water, Broth, Salt, Pepper, Cumin & Olive Oil.

Snapshot #509: Park with Daddy

March 5, 2012.  Sunnyvale, California.  Dave got home from work early today...so we went to the park.  Hazel loves hanging out with her daddy.

Snapshot #508: Hazel's 7 Month Photo Progression

March 3, 2012.  San Jose, California.  I love this little face.

Snapshot #507: Park Swing

March 2, 2012.  San Jose, California.  It's rained most days this week, but we did manage one good day at the park.

Snapshot #506: Hazel's Temple Dress Photo Shoot

March 1, 2012.  San Jose, California.  As promised, here is the photo shoot of Hazel in her darling little temple dress from Yorkshire...the same dress my sister bought and used for the blessing of two of her babies.