Baby Buddha....

Someone is ready for food. Or a diaper change....

New nephew born Sept. 27, 2010. 10 lbs. 14 oz.....

Big brother J.

Getting used to the idea

Why hello little man

Big Buddha-Waiting on a name for this guy. He is such a sweetheart already. Love how his shirt is more like a crop top. The nurse said he was the biggest baby she had seen in 8 years at the hospital! My sister is AMAZING!!!

Koala love

Last day of being the baby. I let him eat the paddle from the chocolate chip cookie dough-it's his last day after all...

Some local shots....

A little foggy-that's the Golden Gate Bridge....somewhere in there...

Coconut Cream Tart from Tartine....pretty solid

Even though the morning bun was a little charred..the croissants were rocking.

Clothing optional beach....That's what you get in Stinson beach, baby-great little spot to hang on a Saturday.

A view on my favorite run/walk-the Baylands at eventide

Where to begin.....

I think it is safe to say that I have been a little lax in my postings....but might as well start somewhere. This dapper fellow in a duct tape hat is my nephew-and aan extremely creative and productive one at that....he also used this hat and tried to be a robot for tips at the local shopping center. Awesome. He got 35 cents.....

My nephew J and my nephew J-Big J is preparing for his new baby brother that should arrive any minute now....by practicing on little J.

I am OBSESSED with this recipe that I had at a party a few weeks ago-so simple yet blew my mind-marinade was 1 beef tenderloin and 1 jar of jalepeno peppers and 1/2 gallon of teriyaki sauce from costco
then marinate for 2 days. Grill until meat is 150 degrees. Then heat the marinade up...that raw meat can be tricky so make sure it is heated thoroughly-then serve as a dipping sauce with bread as chasers. Spicy and sweet at the same time. INCREDIBLE! I stalked the chef until he told me...

Just another day in the city....on the most gorgeous deck in SF that I have seen in the center of downtown. I thought the chairs were amazing and way too chic to even sit on...

This on the other hand was the most disturbing name of a night club I have seen in a loooog time. Ewwwww. I was on a walk downtown checking out the Zero 1 art and technology festival which was truly interesting and this little gem popped up.

And THIS is my submission to the New York Times potluck competition that I entered today-this is a very dangerous dessert as I tend to eat a little too much of it...

It used to be my "secret recipe". But now that I have submitted it to NY Times...the secrecy seems to be a little silly. It is the perfect fall/winter dessert for parties.

In conclusion...I will try to be just a little more consistent for the 5 readers I have left:)

Happy 4th of July!

Happy 4th of July! This was taken last night from my favorite spot to watch the fireworks at Shoreline. For some reason, this year I thoroughly enjoyed the fireworks-it was a perfect night for it. My friend T and his wife made the BEST hamburgers-the "Obama burger" with homemade mayonaise and blue cheese. They also made toasted marshmallow shakes which were ridiculously good and surprisingly easy.

I knew I likes the Dutch...

A friend sent this to me....Redhead day in the Netherlands....Looks like a blast and really disconcerting at the same time.
http://www.roodharigen.nl/

Updates! and Day one of Giles and Giles

The Giles from Oregon!!! (A and K's family) Wahooooo! They are ready to play tennis...at all hours whenever....I am posting a little more this week for the family members, Kimber, Julian, Ryan, Jamie and L and E who weren't able to come this week. We miss you!!! But maybe if I take enough pictures...it will feel like you were here!

Grandma and K. I really like this shot. My grandma is one of the nicest ladies you will ever meet.

Annnnd here we are! I think I get most of my artistic bent from this wonderful lady. She is quite a accomplished artist and loves beautiful things.

Oh, how I love this man. This is my wonderful Grandpa.

J. plotting and P. assessing

Super Mom, J and little J

This was a very funny smile that Mr. Z gave while lounging on A.'s lap

Someone was a wee bit tired in the afternoon after extreme cousin play and afternoon interference in nap time = crashing on the couch completely oblivious to everyone walking by.

J.'s special day...turned 2!!! He is quite the little character.

St. Patrick's Day parade in SF! Sunny day in SF and dogs... Perfect:)

Day at the Beach

Gorgeous day in Carmel this last weekend...

This one I threw in just for fun-that stretched out leg kills me....Sunny day in SF last week in the botanical gardens.