Just because they are so VERY precious!! . . .

Bath is a favorite time of the day!

She seems to think brushing teeth is a blast -- we are not changing that perception!!

LOOOOVE to strum the guitar, just like big brother Alex!

I see you!!

My favorite pet horsey

Yo-Yo is one of her favorite foods -- must be all the yogurt she ate in K'stan!

What's wrong with this picture?? Nothing like some double-fisted action!
Playdate with Kazakh buddy KatieRiding the not-so-favorite horsey -- lots of tears followed!What else is one to do after a looong day of fun???

. . .and at the end of the day, a good cuddle and squeeze from mommy is a must for the both of us!!

We also enjoy writing ALL the time (to mom and dad's chagrin!) -- on papers, walls, tables, doorways, floors, mom's bills, important documents, sinks, etc. etc. etc. . .

That's all for now, folks!!

Dominique's Birthday and Cancun, Mexico

Dominique celebrated her birthday after Easter, during April, and turned 8 with a bang. She was lucky to have 3 celebrations: one which was an American Girl Doll party thrown by two of her school friends, the other at home with grandparents Lawrence, and the third one a special day at American Girl Place in Los Angeles with her friend Kyra and her mom, as well as Auntie Diane.

In May, Mike, Alex and Dominique went to Mexico for a 5-day Company trip. Unfortunately Diva and Sofia had to stay due to visa issues. But Mexico, for the 3, turned out to be a wonderful experience with visits to Xcaret and other Cancun sites. This time they did not get a chance to visit Tulum or another Mayan ruin, but next year we are going back to do just that. This time Diva and Sofia will be there!! . . .

Easter

EASTER 2007

Sofia's Easter experience was great. She was fascinated by the Easter bunny -- albeit somewhat frightened by the big white giant with the sad face!! -- and LOVED the egg hunt. And this is before she even knew what was inside the colorful eggs she found. . . once Sofia found out there were delicious treats of chocolate and other goodies, she smiled and laughed while she go gobbled it all up with Alex and Dominique.