Baseball, Bike, and Balloon

Benjamin and Julia went to a baseball game, Albuquerque versus Salt Lake City. Julia has been biking to the base every day to meet up with Benjamin. Unfortunately, she had 2 flat tires on her way there the other day. They attended a Built to Spill concert, one of Benjamin's favorite indie rock bands. On September 18, they made lasagna (Benjamin's favorite) to mark the official one-year countdown until their marriage celebration.

On the home front--most were not at home! Lisa and Tony were in Napa Valley, Calif. Check out their air balloon pictures. Amazing. Mom is in Florida with Regina, celebrating their 85th birthday (pictures to come). We reviewed our first drafts from the architect for the renovation, very exciting!

 

Julia's 25th Celebration

Julia turned 25--WOW! We celebrated early with a trip to the ballpark. Unfortunately, the Nats lost to Miami; however, Steven got great seats and it was a lot of fun to hang out with people who enjoy watching the game. Julia's dear friend and past roommate Sarah came from San Francisco for the birthday weekend. She was so helpful and sweet to have around. The family came over for lunch and we had a few options to choose from...hopefully something for everyone. Julia wanted a salad theme--regular salad, Asian cabbage salad, zoodle pesto salad, Caprese salad--and then we added shrimp, chicken, steak, crudites, dips, watermelon, etc. Julia requested a Carvel cake (cookie dough) for dessert. We also had Georgetown cupcakes and pumpkin bread. Benjamin sent flowers and chocolate-covered fruit. :) It was so nice to honor Julia. She's the best daughter ever.

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