Jessaville

2008-06-24T15:00:00.000-07:00

Is it getting hot in here? Or is it just me and the realization that I will soon re-enter the world of poopy diapers and those little locks I have to put on all of my drawers and cupboards?

Either way, the only cure is a good pool party.

2008-06-09T08:54:00.000-07:00

Jessa took a "big sister" class to prepare her for her new bro coming in July. I not sure how the teacher addressed the whole "prepare to be ignored" lesson.

Also, there was a man-eating shark the other day at the beach.

2008-05-25T10:08:00.000-07:00

Is anyone still checking this blog?

2008-01-27T17:59:00.000-08:00

Think of these as "early" for next year's Christmas. Our annual trip up to Pops' and G's house consisted of deep fried turkey, polar bear swins, and the happiest place on earth. Well, it was much happier after a few beverages during lunch.

The Turkey cooketh.

Post polar bear plunge

Off to D-land.

We hid the kids in the ESPN zone green room during lunch. They took long naps. We ordered more drinks.

I caught Pops ordering more

What, you didn't believe me?

More evidence.

Harry 5 was just stoked on the parade.

Go ahead an caption this one...

You saw just about everything, but the full album's here:

Disneyland 2007

2008-01-02T10:32:00.000-08:00

A few holidays behind schedule, but wanted to share some more pictures from our Thanksgiving trip up to Lake Tahoe. I should have the Christmas shots up by Flag day.

Somewhat of an age gap. Not quite sure who was entertaining who.

On the way up to the top of Squaw Valley Resort. No snow at the top, but great scenery.

Uncle Clark, Grandma Wendy, Grandpa Mike, and Mom, with Jessa and Nike doing their best to express their disinterest.

Uncle Dean and Caroline doing their best to catch dinner. We had turkey.

Thanksgiving 2007 - Tahoe

2007-12-14T08:35:00.000-08:00

When 2 year olds attack!!!!

2007-11-14T15:05:00.000-08:00

Halloween shots are up. Make sure to check out the album link for the full batch.

Halloween 2007

2007-10-19T15:06:00.000-07:00

There's just something about this picture.

2007-10-02T10:30:00.000-07:00

A few shots from Grandma and Grandpa's 25th Anniversary party. Jessa loves dressing up.

2007-08-14T10:14:00.000-07:00

Tahoe Trip

A bit late, but wanted to share some shots from our trip up to Tahoe. We had a great time with Grandpa Mike and Grandma Wendy, and the whole Salazar gang.

Ethan loves story time!

Check out the full album here:

Tahoe Trip 07

2007-07-23T16:52:00.000-07:00

7.4.07
Sorry for the long delay. Here are some more shots from July 4th.

Check out the full gallery from the fun day.

July 4th 2007

2007-07-06T10:29:00.000-07:00

Just got back from 10 days in Nicaragua. There were plenty of great times and top notch waves...

... but all I could think about were these two.

The full Nicaragua album for those interested. But be warned, there are no pictures of this blog's namesake.

Nicaragua 2007

2007-06-09T15:04:00.000-07:00

Spent Memorial Day up in Bishop, CA with some friends and family. I didn't shoot a single picture, but our friend Shay of Shay Peretz Photography took some groovy shots with his Polaroid. He's got a great eye.

Polaroids

2007-06-06T15:41:00.000-07:00

Birthday Pictures are up.

We had a great time at the park for Jessa's 2nd birthday. Thanks to all who showed up and shared part of their Saturday. Here are a couple of shots along with a link to the full album.

By the way, you have the ability to order prints online through the google/picasa web albums.

Jessa 2nd B-day

2007-05-07T15:30:00.000-07:00

Easter Shots

2007-04-25T12:53:00.000-07:00

When funny pictures turn into questionable parental practices.....

I have a feeling I'll be paying some shrink $200/hr to discuss this sometime during Jessa's early teens.

2007-04-10T16:26:00.000-07:00

Back from Maui!!!

Just got back from a wonderful trip with Grandpa Mike, Grandma Wendy, Uncle Clark, Uncle Dean, Auntie Kelsey, Uncle Jesus, Cousin Emilio, and Cousin Ethan. We were a rowdy bunch, who could only be tamed with copious amounts of rum and/or pineapple. Some shots:

Check out the whole album here:

Maui 2007

2007-03-22T08:35:00.000-07:00

Jessa and some of her pals:

Jessa and her friend Sophia (of Jenny and Donnie fame). Check out Sophia's blog HERE.

Jessa and Cousin Jade (Brian and Natalie). Poor Jade doesn't have a blog, but he does have a skateboard ramp. No truth to the rumor that it was built for a few thirtysomethings in the family.

Shane and Andrew. Which one's which? Your guess is as good as mine.

2007-03-06T13:08:00.000-08:00

The Hair Gel Incident.

Most parents know that when they're kids are being a little TOO quiet in the other room, you should probably go check on em. This is what Mommy found the other day.

More shots in the album. Click on the picture below.

Gel

2007-02-27T09:37:00.000-08:00

ZOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!

Joined forces with the Cottams (Harry 5) and Cassens (Haylee) for a January trip to the San Diego Zoo. It was a strategic attack on the park that would have made Dick and Rummy proud (except we actually had an exit strategy, ZING). In the park at zero dark thirty, and out by 1300 for naps in the car on the drive home. There's no truth to the rumor that Daddy was napping on the way home as well.

Check out the full online album for more snaps. Click me for the jump.

Monkey exhibit (resisting urge to make monkey joke).

Check the shirt.

2007-02-01T15:28:00.000-08:00

Last batch of Xmas pictures, I swear.

Cousin Emilio made for a fine escort.

We got 2 out of 5 to look at the camera. I'll take it.

Chainsaws are a Monagan family tradition. CPS has us on speed dial.

2007-01-12T13:31:00.000-08:00

WE SURVIVED!!!!

The holidays we're a whirlwind of activity. Here are some shots from Christmas Celebrations #2 and #3.

Jessa got to help Momma make her famous Holiday cookies, which entailed unwrapping all of the chocolate kisses needed. I don't think she had any clue as to the sugary goodness she was holding in her hands. We didn't lose a single one.

Santa wasn't taking official pictures until well into Jessa's nap time. We stalked him in the parking lot and snuck off a few shots, but Jessa wouldn't let that hairy man near her without Mom's protection. Let's hope she retains this inate fear well into her 30s.

2006-12-13T16:33:00.000-08:00

Happy Holidays - Take One

The first weekend in December always kicks off our holiday season with a visit up to Grandpa Harry3 and Grandma Joan. Had a great time as always.

Jessa likes Fruit, Grandpa gives fruit. Isn't that Newton's third law of grandparenting?????

Jessa and Harry5

The third "kid".

2006-12-01T09:00:00.000-08:00

Did you miss us????? My apologies for the delay between updates. It's been a crazy month or so, but we were able to sneak in a quick Thanksgiving trip up to Sacramento to visit the NorCal connection.

Jessa's an experienced air traveler at this point. But quickly getting to a little too big to be a lap baby (read: free air traveler).

It was pretty special to have 4 generations of Monagan's in one place, but Jessa was more impressed by the spinny flashy thing.

2006-11-03T14:16:00.000-08:00

I'm not sayin, I'm just sayin.....