tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-47619709848461711612024-03-05T00:37:42.371-08:00PictureSmithsRachelle @ Sweet Home Pasadenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00199880358472999800noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4761970984846171161.post-41088802211144829502012-06-26T22:56:00.001-07:002012-06-26T22:58:43.344-07:00It's Off to Work I WentSpent most of last week at the <a href="http://www.preconference.rbms.info/" target="_blank">RBMS 53rd Annual Pre-Conference</a> for work. It was an amazing gathering of minds and a treasure trove of rare books and manuscripts. Sometimes, I just love my job. And last week was definitely a high point. I had a wonderful experience, plus I got to enjoy some time (and lots of good food) with colleagues and friends in San Diego. :) Next year, Minneapolis! ;)<br />
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<br />Rachelle @ Sweet Home Pasadenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00199880358472999800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4761970984846171161.post-25876874159793455712012-06-11T21:48:00.000-07:002012-06-11T21:48:57.041-07:00Lord Stanley in the House!!!Once upon a time, there was a girl who dreamed that the Stanley Cup would come to Los Angeles. The girl was a total dork and taped nearly every single Los Angeles Kings game on a VHS tape so that she could watch them as often as she liked. One day, the girl had the chance of a lifetime to sing the national anthem at the Great Western Forum. With that dream realized, a new one has finally come to pass. Crying out in a thunderous roar, the girl rejoiced as her Kings took hold of their long-standing dream. Congratulations to the 2012 Stanley Cup Champions, my Los Angeles Kings!!!!!<br />
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<br />Rachelle @ Sweet Home Pasadenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00199880358472999800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4761970984846171161.post-21896257258417800732012-06-11T11:12:00.002-07:002012-06-11T15:16:43.687-07:008th Birthday, Part OneThe Monkey celebrated his 8th birthday with his class today. They enjoyed ice cream cone cupcakes before recess then I had the chance to see him in action on the playground. I love these days....Happy Early Birthday, Bubby! T-minus 2 days 'til the real deal! I love you so much! :)<br />
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<br />Rachelle @ Sweet Home Pasadenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00199880358472999800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4761970984846171161.post-80329025873050121142012-06-10T16:12:00.001-07:002012-06-11T15:17:58.682-07:00To Infinity and BeyondWonderful day at the <a href="http://www.jpl.nasa.gov/index.cfm" target="_blank">Jet Propulsion Laboratoy</a> (JPL) yesterday. Met up with some of the other Cub Scouts and enjoyed the annual open house. Looking forward to next year! :)<br />
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<br />Rachelle @ Sweet Home Pasadenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00199880358472999800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4761970984846171161.post-12690490638242542452012-06-02T22:40:00.002-07:002012-06-04T21:38:49.864-07:00The Reset ButtonIt's been so long that I couldn't remember how to log into this account, haha!! So let's hit "reset" and call this my New Year's post...<br />
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So much has happened since last Fall. The Monkey made both his First Reconciliation and his First Holy Communion. He's had two solos--one for his First Communion mass and the other for his choir concert. And I can't believe he has less than 2 weeks left of 2nd grade! In 11 days he will be eight years old! <br />
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We headed down to San Diego for a nice little Spring Break after Easter. The Monkey was (and still is) majorly obsessed with the Titanic, so we headed to the <a href="http://www.sdnhm.org/exhibitions/current-exhibitions/titanic-the-artifact-exhibition/" target="_blank">Natural History Museum</a> to experience the artifact exhibition. A nice respite from the madness of early morning work and school prep. Just some good old family togetherness.<br />
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But not all fun was had away from our local haunts. The 17th Annual <a href="http://events.latimes.com/festivalofbooks/" target="_blank">Festival of Books</a> was at the University of Southern California for the 2nd year and we headed in to see some of the Monkey's favorite authors. We had an amazing time listening to, meeting, and getting autographs from <a href="http://marcbrownstudios.com/" target="_blank">Marc Brown</a> (of the <i>Arthur</i> series) and <i>Diary of a Wimpy Kid</i> author, <a href="http://www.wimpykid.com/" target="_blank">Jeff Kinney</a>. Wow!</div>
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What's in store for the rest of the school year? Well, if I can muster up the energy to remember to post, I'll show you what I'm planning for the Monkey to bring in for his class birthday celebration. Fingers crossed! :) So.......that's it for now. Let's hope it's not another 7 months before I post again. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Monkey got his first stripe in jiu jitsu this afternoon. So proud of him. He was pretty proud, too, apparently, as he wanted to sport his belt with the stripe to the grocery store afterwards. Love him to bits.</td></tr>
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</tbody></table>Rachelle @ Sweet Home Pasadenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00199880358472999800noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4761970984846171161.post-73431899732218914232011-07-05T00:16:00.000-07:002011-07-05T00:16:27.901-07:00Happy Birthday, America!I'm taking the liberty (pun intended) of blogging this post on Hawaii-time since here, in California, it's just past midnight on the 5th. ;) We had a very eventful weekend, visiting with the in-laws in Ventura County. It's become a tradition to spend Independence Day weekend up north with them. This year, we even enjoyed the company of my little sis, "Bean". It was a win-win for all--the Monkey got to spend some time with the grandparents and the big kids got to wile away the hours enjoying leisurely day trips to Ojai and San Buenaventura. Throw in a little bowling, a trip to the beach, and some local fireworks, and you have the makings of wonderfully memorable weekend...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bought the "Ben 10 Ultimatrix edible cake image" <a href="http://www.thetoyhunt.com/dp13979.html">here</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The luscious innards of the Ben 10 Neapolitan cake: chocolate fudge cake, fresh strawberries in whipped cream filling, and butter yellow cake.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kinda looks like a giant Oreo, but this is the Omnitrix cake: butter yellow cake with chocolate buttercream filling.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Afternoon recreation.</td></tr>
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Have you heard? The Monkey's turning 7 on Monday. As requested by the birthday boy, I made <a href="http://www.cartoonnetwork.com/tv_shows/ben10af/characters/index.html">Ben 10 Omnitrix</a> brownies to take to class today. Did I mention they were peanut butter chocolate brownies? Just added peanut butter chips to some good old Betty Crocker Fudge Brownie Mix, pour in *extremely* well-greased muffin tins and bake. Decorate with <a href="http://www.theperfectpantry.com/2007/11/drop-in-decor-1.html">Royal Icing</a> and there you have it! Omnitrix(es?) for all! :)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">If you don't already have one of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Cupcake-Courier-Caddy-Cupcakes-Translucent/dp/B002QY0W10">these</a>, it is a MUST for classroom parties! This one holds 36 cupcakes. :)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Birthday Monkey and friend. I'd say they liked 'em.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ at <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/road-to-seoul-los-angeles">Road to Seoul</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">On our way to the Bowl. View from the dashboard.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">After-dark light extravaganza. Don't worry--the little Monkey had his light saber, too. ;)</td></tr>
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