Picnic

Nichy was out of town last weekend. When I was putting Gabriela to bed Saturday night she planned a picnic. Choosing the menu, time, and location! Sunday morning she woke up excited to go! It was a beautiful day, and we stayed outside all day. I don't think we will ever get chance to live this close to water again. The lake is less than five minutes from our apartment!

Thanksgiving

We went to my friend Alicia's house for Thanksgiving. Her husband plays for Kyoto, and we ate with other Americans. The meal was great. We had stove top stuffing and everyone loved it!! Instead of turkey we had chicken with gravy!! The gravy made you feel like you were eating turkey! When you are out of the country it is hard to cook a big meal. In The States we take for granted all the utensils and serving dishes. She did a great job, and we were thankful to all be together.

The mind of a 4 year old!

Here are a few question and comments Gabriela has said lately! Nichy and I are always cracking up at something she has said.

-"Daddy lost again?" "This is the thousandth time he has lost!!"

-Are the cheerleaders cheering for white or blue?" This was a home game and they were our cheerleaders.

-"I think the babies are bored in your belly because they don't have toys!"

-"I was bored in your belly because I couldn't watch any of my shows."

-"Not on my watch!" she said this to me the other day!!

-"Your the best Mommy in the world. Does anyone else have a Mom like you?"

-"Why cant you marry your cousin?"

Gabriela

Tonight Gabriela would not let us come in the living room/toy room! She kept saying "it's a surprise!" A few minutes later she came out with a treasure map. Nichy and I were sent on a scavenger hunt around our tiny apartment! Last spot was our living room. We opened the door and she yelled surprise. The room was spotless clean! Nichy had one last clue to go in his closet. He found a picture she had drawn of all three of us. Love this little girl so much!!

Basketball Games

We had a tough loss tonight. Hoping they play better tomorrow. Nichy got MVP but its always better with a win! Gabriela asked me about 50 questions tonight during the game. She wanted to know "why is there two baskets," "what team was winning," and the list goes on!! Before each game she will scream for Nichy until he waves to her. Games are getting easy with Gabriela!