Late Fall 2013
Fall is San Diego is recognized mainly by the shortening of the days and the return to solar time. There a few deciduous trees, and the occasional rain, but other than that, it could be easily mistaken for spring, on in some extreme cases summer. On November 13, for example, as I turned my car on to drive home after work, the temperature reading was 106F (41C). Granted, the reading is always a little elevated when the car has been parked, but it stayed in the 90s all the way home.
We went for nice hikes to enjoy the warm weather. Once, we saw a red tail hawk land to the tree next to us while at Torrey Pines. It was huge. We had not seen one so close in years. Keegan was fascinated.
We also tried to go to the beach a little more frequently, since it is so close. During summertime is usually packed, but Fall is the perfect time, with the beaches, and the parking spaces, open and available. The water is a little colder, but with a wet suit, the boys can swim all year around. Keegan is practicing his writing on the sand.
I love mom and dad
This was our message:
We also had the chance to see McKenzie’s new house in Ramona. It is a beautiful, cabin-style house, with a large yard and a barn for their two horses. Keegan was mainly happy to see his “fiancee”: too bad she now lives so far away. She took him for a spin in her car, and gave him driving lessons.
They found some dress-up clothes…it took a little imagination, but here are the king and queen. The king is wearing a 1060 cocktail dress, but he is wearing it with style.
Thanksgiving was very late this year, on November 28, so the holiday season felt rushed. I think most stores completely bypassed Thanksgiving, to maximize Christmas shopping. Fortunately, Keegan’s school only closed Thursday and Friday (and half day Wednesday) so we did not have to take days off. The short week was full of activities for the kids. They got to make different native American Inspired crafts, including necklaces, small drums, and various decorations. On Wednesday, they had a Thanksgiving feast. Keegan did not eat much, but it was expected. He did get to wear a traditional Pilgrim costume he created. Here he poses with his classmate Olivia.
Thanksgiving weekend was a little challenging, as Keegan was particularly needy and would not play by himself at all. Matt, also got sick a couple of days, so I can’t really say I had a restful holiday.
On Thursday we had dinner with Daniele and Gaia. Keegan was looking forward to it, also because we had movie night, and watched Monster University on the big screen. Matt cooked a delicious meal, and Daniele brought great appetizers. The kids got along pretty well: Keegan has been particularly fond of Gaia since they are attending the same school; he often looks for her, and they sometimes play a little together at pick up time.
Not the best picture, but it captures the spirit. Happy Thanksgiving!
The rest of the weekend was not out of the ordinary. We went to cut Keegan’s hair, and on Sunday, I took him to Pradyuth’s party…at Pump It Up, a preview of his own party the following week. Matt was sick and rested.
So, all in all, we can’t complain: even if it was not as restful, we consider ourselves lucky and are grateful for all that we have.
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