Tuesday, September 05, 2006

First Day of School


Briggs (3rd ) & Reagan (1st)

Eryn was sad that she didn't get to ride on the bus with Briggsy & Reagy.

She was sad all day, I think she really missed them. But, they had a great first week. They like their teachers and don't have much homework, yet! Reagan loves to sport her "Hilary Duff " back pack, Briggs brings home his Science book everyday to read and Eryn keeps mommy going to the gym because she loves to go to "day care" ! Things are starting off quite nicely!


Labor Day

Hey to all! We had a nice relaxing weekend and spent Monday just with us. We washed our cars, bbq'ed, and sat outside and watched the kids play. Here's the fam eating out on our patio in the lovely 78degree weather! (na na na naa naaa!!!)

Sunday, July 16, 2006

And Then There Were Three....and Four.....

Lots of Visitors to San Jose already! We had so much fun with you all
here! Thanks for coming and spending time with us! We Love You!
Here are some pics...




Briggs, Reagan, Emma,
Grace & Eryn
at the Monterey Bay Aquarium






Stacey and her beautiful girls!











Kevin & Grace at the park!








Reagan & Emma being silly!









Briggs, Ryann & Reagan at the Bay Aquarium in San Francisco! Wow! a Manta Ray!












Eryn Jane was a little scared!










Reagan & Max touching Starfish!









Briggs, Mommy & Eryn (who was too interested in the starfish to smile!)




Dani, Max, Granna & Ryann!

On our boat tour of the Bay!

"Cocoa, Look at this, Cocoa!"

Ryann & Reagan having fun, but getting cold!

We had so much fun! But, we really, really miss our Daddy! He's been in Germany for a whole week and we can't wait to see him! He comes home tomorrow! Thanks again to those who came! And to everyone...you're always welcome! We Love You!

Thursday, June 22, 2006

Our Second Visitor

This visitor scared Eryn Jane and made her cry for help from Mommy!
We found him on our porch early this morning.

Our First Visitors!

Christine, Craig & Colin had graciously traveled up to stay with us at Jens's apartment in Santa Clara the first week we were here. Then, the wonderful people that they are, helped us unpack our boxes on Saturday and Sunday. If it wasn't for them we'd still be living in a house full of boxes. They left for home to attend Cassie's 5th grade graduation. But, not to worry. They came back for a visit bringing Chris and Cassie with them. We had a great time. Chris & Jens spent most of Saturday morning riding their bikes in the hills by our home. Then Christine & Kristin spent the afternoon getting pedicures, eating lunch and having our favorite ice cream, Cold Stone. The kids played and played and played. On Sunday we took a drive to the beach for Father's Day. A little June Gloom, but it didn't get us down. The sun burned off the clouds
and we had a wonderful time. After a day of fun in the sun the Beecher's headed back to Simi and we headed for home. Thanks for visiting. We had a great time! Come back soon. We Love Ya!



Briggs setting up his tent. Chris camped out with the kids on Saturday night. Cutie Colin Beecher!

Father's Day at the beach. Daddy and his girls!

Eryn Jane's first time at the beach! "are you kidding me? I can play in the dirt all day? Thank You Mommy!"

Beach Buddy Play Time!

Long Time, No Post!

Well, we made it! We're in San Jose, California. Our house is nice, but hot in the afternoons. The boxes have been unpacked and hauled away. We've been to the beach and We've found our neighborhood necessities...right up the street there's a Starbucks, Jamba Juice and Cold Stone (all in the same complex) very nice. And, Briggs and Reagan have already made friends with the neighbor kids. Things are going well. Here are some pictures from this last month that we wanted to post, but couldn't get around to it.

Memorial Day we had our San Antonio friends over for a sprinkler/water balloon/pizza party. They had a great time.

Saying goodbye is always the hardest thing to do...here with our good friends...Jennifer & Minji Kim.


2984 Silver Estates


Our cute Red Door!


Welcoming entry way!


Living Room!


Kitchen!


Family Room! Reagy & Eryn Jane watching Dora & playing Pollies!

The back yard.....the trampoline fits!

So, do you like it? We love it and we're happy to be here. We miss our family and friends, but we feel good about this move and can't wait for visitors to come and check out the Bay Area with us. All are Welcome...just give us a call a tell us the dates you'll be here. We're ready and waiting for you! Hugs & Kisses to all. Wish us Luck on our new Adventure.

Monday, May 22, 2006

To Cassie, Love Reagan!

Reagan Lee was so excited that she is finally able to fit into this special dress. Given to her by her "big sister" Cassie. Reagan wants to say to Cassie that she misses you, loves you and can't wait to see you!
Thanks for the dress!
Lots of Love,
Reagan

Aloha!

Maui was awesome!!!!!
5 days in paradise, it was heavenly. We stayed on the northwest side of the island in Ka'anapali at the end of a line of hotels right along the beach. We could see the beach and the ocean from our room. The sounds of the waves and wind was constant on our trip. I can still hear them. We went up to the Haleakala Crater and watched the sunrise, biked down the winding road of the volcano and ended up back at our hotel at about 11am. Then we spent the rest of the day by the pool and the beach. The rest of the trip was spent at the Spa Moana getting Lumi Lumi massages & facials, snorkling at Black Rock (Kristin saw a huge sea turtle near the top of the water and thought it was a shark, freaked out and swallowed a bunch of sea water ), driving the Road to Hana (amazing ), Parasailing, eating great food (Kristin even tried Jens's fish ), and laying out on the beach. It definitely was the best vacation we have EVER taken. We "highly recommend". On the back of our map we found a quote.
In the 1800's, Mark Twain wrote rapturously of his vacation on Maui: "....I went to Maui to stay a week and remained five. I never spent so pleasant a month before or bade any place goodbye so regretfully. I have not once thought of business, or care or human toil or trouble or sorrow or weariness...and the memory of it will remain with me forever."

We both said, "So True!" .....some pictures....


We could have easily never come home but, we had to get back to our babies. They had a wonderful time with their Aunt Kaci and we are so grateful to her for taking such good care of them and for loving them so well. Reagan did a wonderful job at her dance recital, Briggsy's team won their soccer game and Eryn got used to a new schedule.....playing at the park, playing Pollies, jumping on the trampoline... it was "all Eryn, all the time!" Now, back to the routine for a little more than a week. We close on the 2nd and fly out either that night or the next morning. Off to our new home and new life in San Jose.

Sunday, April 23, 2006

Can~Can

"Lift your legs up in the air...shake, shake, shake your derriere!"
Reagan attended her dance class
recital "dress-rehersal" where she, along with her class-mates, performed the can~can for the residents of Timberhill Retirement Community. The residents loved it, the dancers were awsome and they had a great time. Reagan is really going to miss Jonna's dance class. Ms. Jonna is one of a kind. She's a great teacher. Very kind, outgoing and lots of fun to be around. Reagan can't wait until May to perform at their actual Dance Recital! Posted by Picasa

Friday, April 21, 2006

Back To The Routine...

Well.......it's been an interesting week....
First of all, Jens and I had a great time in San Jose! We enjoyed navigating and finding our favorite areas. We had fun working out in the hotel gym and walking down to the corner Bagel Street for breakfast. Of course, it wasn't complete without stopping next door to Starbucks for Kristin's Venti Iced Soy Chai. We spent Thursday traveling north to have lunch with our good friend Dan Oditt then over the Bay Bridge to check out San Francisco. It was a beautiful day. The only day that wasn't cloudy and didn't rain. Friday we drove south to Santa Cruz. Checked out the beach, picked up seashells for the kids and then headed over to Gilroy and the outlets there. Good thing Jens was in the shopping mood. After a "bit" of shopping we went to see The Benchwarmers. It was pretty funny!
Saturday morning a tearful Kristin headed toward her gate......But very excited to see her kids. After arriving home safely and getting some pretty big hugs....Eryn turned to Oma and said, "This is my mommy!" So cute that, despite her unwillingness, Mommy got another BIG SQUEEZE! We spent a wonderful Easter weekend with Oma and the family that are still here with us in San Antonio. We can't thank our special Oma enough for the love and care she gives to all of us. She is so much fun to be around and we were all sad to see her go.


Then, more company...as Oma headed out our good friend Loralee headed in. She was able to stay with us for three nights of Great conversation and one day spent shopping in Fredericksburg. It was a lot of fun. So......
Last night was the first night of actual "loneliness". It did take a little time for me to fall asleep, but we all had a good sleep, despite the loud rain, thunder and lightning storm in the middle of the night. (it's about time!)
Just wanted to thank all Family and Friends for your love, support and patience with us (me! ) It's been a crazy time......does it ever stop? Still, I feel truly blessed. I know Heavenly Father is leading and guiding our family to where we need to be. And, I couldn't do any of this without the help of visits, phone calls, e-mails, etc. from all of you.


Love, Hugs and Kisses to all......
~Kristi & Family

Friday, April 07, 2006

For Sale!


It's officially on the market, although they have yet to put up the sign, and it's Jens's last day. Almost 9 years with JPMorgan Chase Bank. It's bitter sweet. We're all excited, yet nervous, yet sad. Fare thee well beautiful Hill Country. You've been good to us. "Do I really have to leave my house? I love my house!"

Wednesday, April 05, 2006

Our New Metro.....

........actually it's a Mazda3 hatchback and we love it. It's very fun to zip around in. The kids like it a lot. Eryn Jane calls it "Mommy's Truck!"
In one more week Jens and I will be in San Jose searching for a place to live. Oma will be coming into town to watch the kiddos for us. We're all very excited. Jens will be staying there and starting work on the 17th. We're going to miss him. Eryn races to him in the mornings and when he comes home from work screaming "Daddy's home!" I think he'll miss his little girl the most. Those BIG hugs and sweet cheeks and lips.
The house goes on sale this Friday.....so we're trying to get it into good shape. Things have been busy, but good. Everyone has been so very supportive and helpful and we really appreciate it. What would we do without our family and good friends?
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