Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Choozi is turning ONE



We are in the midst of preparing for her first birthday, a milestone for her mostly, with so many trips to the lab for the first few days of her young life, mostly lab technicians squeezing her toes for blood every day for at least 2 weeks if I recall clearly. Everytime she cries, my heart skips a beat. Maybe because what she has been through-TWO tenotomy surgeries within her 1st year. Yet, she maintains that politeness, charm, smile and poise of a proper young lady. We are throwing her a huge party for her first birthday at North India Grill. Initially, we wanted Lily's Grillhouse but unfortunately, it closed shop last year. We miss the owner, Lily Avatkian. We had 2 parties there, one for my 4th wedding anniversary and the other was Choozo's first birthday. We had Mediterranean food, 3 birthday cakes, a popcorn and cake pop bar, and a live comedic/magic entertainment show. I know myself - I will not shortchange Choozi. She will have her day of celebration!

Many of our favorite friends and family members will be there, for those who cannot make, we will miss you, not forget you!

So I say to you who are coming...I am assemblying the minions! That is Maya's fav movie! Despicable Me.

Friday, January 21, 2011

Random pics II















A typical weekday evening, Choozo tries to stay away from baby sister. It is like an arm's length personal space rule, no invasion of my personal area.

Thursday, January 20, 2011

Denny's Restaurant








This is after Choozi's 2nd surgery for both feet!


Choozi loves Sydney! Best buddies!


Pulling a joker face or poker face?


Goofy!


Give me a wet one here, mom!


Choozi loves dada!


Giggling away!


The 3 mookies of mine!

We love Denny's. There is only one location by Fresno State that we go to. The staff knows us well, and we get good service and good food. My cousin, Annie's kids love their hot chocolate! And not forgetting McDonald's! I cannot say much for the food but the kids love the place!

Saturday, January 15, 2011

Family pictures 2011

































These pictures were taken when my brother-in-law, Shariq and Mubina bhabi, Haniya, Nawal and Zoya came to visit over Christmas 2010. We winged this last minute. P/S - E! We miss you!

Friday, January 14, 2011

Random pictures















Random pictures obtained from my cell phone.

Friday, January 7, 2011

New Year's lunch at Sakura-Chaya




















Unk and aunt took us all to celebrate New Year's at Sakura-Chaya. The food and service were great. The kids had fun. I pigged out so much. After that, we adjourned to Unk's home for Sam's Club cake. No baking for me!