Weekend: Orange Orchard Wedding

We have had a crazy September with 3 weekend weddings back to back.   This past weekend was the last and it did not disappoint.  We celebrated Kevin and Eileen's wedding in the Redlands on a private orange orchard.  Stan and I were lucky to be a part of the wedding party.  I was so happy to find a blush pink dress that fit me that I can wear post baby; thank goodness for the Von Vonni transformer dress.  The bride, groom, setting, details, and old friends really made it a spectacular party.  Congrats again to Kevin and Eileen!

I am sad to see my Aunt Mika go after a wonderful 5 week visit she has to return to Cleveland.  She was the biggest help especially with Maki and the current condition I am in.  I had someone to watch Maksim every weekend while we were away at weddings.  It was almost like a mini vacation having her around.  Maksim loves her too much and has learned lots from her in terms of going to the potty, puzzles, words, etc.  Please Mika move to San Diego already!  We love you!

Jelena, Mika, and I getting our nails done before the wedding.  We miss Mika already!

Love,
First Gen Fam

Anniversary Weekend

I felt as if every weekend since summer started we have been so busy with errands, parties, events, etc.  This past weekend was the first in which I can say we did not do much.  It was very much needed.  No plans besides swim lessons (omg! which I have to put up a video of Maksim diving for rings, cant help but be a proud Mama).  Stan slept in Saturday and I had the pleasure of doing the same on Sunday but was woken up with some fresh coffee and a giant donut to celebrate our 6th wedding anniversary which made it alright.  Below are some pictures from our weekend.  Zoo on Friday with cousins (see funny video from there) and Seaport Village on Sunday which made me really appreciate that we live in San Diego.

Happy 6th anniversary to Stan and I.

Stan is a huge Deadliest Catch fan hence the photo with the lobster traps.

Our little pirate.  Yarrrr!

They walk and stand the same.

We have got to try this before the summer is up!

Love,
First Gen Fam

Nada & Kam's Wedding: Instagram Edition

Limo bus pictures.  Nada is having the time of her life!  Prettiest bride ever!

My favorite part - Persian Ceremony

I am seriously catching up on blog posts that are long overdue!  Here are some Instagram photos from my best friend's wedding in Pittsburgh.  Since we were apart of the wedding I couldn't lug around my camera so my Iphone had to tell the story.  Serbians should marry Persians more often because it makes for amazing party!  To read about how we were involved and see pictures from their Rehearsal Dinner click here.

Love,

First Gen Fam