One of my Dedications to Lee... a Tattoo

Where I am going to put it is still in question. The translation (it is in Italian) is My angel in heaven, you are always in my heart.

To see a bigger image of it, you can click on the picture.

Thank you Mr. and Mrs. Finnegan for the translation.

Mama and Papa's 50th Wedding Anniversary

OH Boy!!! We had lots of fun yesterday. The weather was perfect. Everyone seem to have a great time. The entertainment; from Jacob's rendition of Usahay and Dahil Sayo to the DJs and Mama's guitarist friend, was perfect. I will share some of my pics and vids. Bros and Sis, please upload yours!

RJ with Natalie and Avery

Too cool for school? The five boys; David, Jacob, Ryan, RJ, and Nico

The girls; Emma, Janice, Alison, Natalie, and Avery

Lola and Lolo with all of the Grandkids

Avery getting her groove on

Everybody having a good time. Mia bringing her Chico State days back. Me with what Mia calls my "Big Ol' Head". Mama and Papa getting their groove on. Me holding onto David, so he doesn't grow taller than me.

Mel, Candace, Mia and Avery before the festivities began at the Delta King. Nico and Janice sharing a laugh before all of the family pictures.

Uncle Fernando gets to pose with Natalie and then Avery. Avery gets her chance with Omi and Papa.

Jacob giving his rendition of popular Filipino songs, while his dad cuts a rug. Avery tires out her little legs shaking her booty. Mama and Papa with the Papa's side brothers and sisters.

The Last Dance of the Night
by Mama and Papa

The beautiful cousins posing for pictures outside. Avery holds still long enough to take a pic with her pops. Omi and Tito Boy in a little salsa action. while Alison enjoys the cake.

 

Avery is a Ham!

Avery learned a new song and I wanted to catch it on video. Well halfway through the song, she decides to add a little comedy in her routine. The greatest part of the video is Mia's expression when Avery starts being goofy. I get that look allll the time. That is my daughter!

Get Together at Jorge's

Hangin Out at the Millman's

Bob and Jane Millman live on some acreage on the outskirts of Vacaville. After Sam's Baptism, I took some pictures of all kinds of stuff and of everybody just hanging out in their garden and by the pool.



Avery swinging. She loved hanging out in their backyard




Avery and Mommy



A blooming artichoke. I have never seen it like this before.




Future gymnast? As a chiropractor.. I hope not! Freaks me out too much.

Baptism of Samantha Kate Butler

I was asked to be the Godfather to my long time friend Mike's daughter Sam. Mike, who many of you know as Adobo Man, and his wife Allison had a special connection and was able to have the ceremony at Allison parent's house. It was an intimate ceremony followed by a homemade Italian dinner. It was an honor to be a part of this occasion and to be a part of Sam's life in this way.






Father Francis posed with Sam, the parents, and the Godparents after the ceremony. Father Francis performed Mike and Allison's wedding as well. I told Bob, Allison's father that it was good to know people in high places.




Avery posing with Sam. She couldn't wait to hold her. She had to eat her dinner first. The dinner was homemade spaghetti and meatballs...fantastic. Allison's Nana made three dishes of her homemade peach cobbler.




Avery gets her chance to hold Sam. Sam was comfortable with Avery for a good 1-2 minutes.

The happy family. We were lucky that Mia made it. She had an appointment that she made months ago. We ran a bit late due to traffic, but they could start the ceremony....without the Godfather (cue music)