Holiday Highlights

No, sillies, I didn't change my hair color! I thought that I'd [rather belatedly] share some of the highlights of my family's holiday with you. Highlights that make all the time spent in the car (which was, thankfully, much less than normal this year) well worth it!

"Go for Cade." Little Mr. doing business on our holiday road trip.

Family time. It has never been easy living "away" from our families but since Cade's come around, the time we have to visit with our loved ones is even more precious and we definitely soaked it up this year.

Cousin time. Seeing Cade play with his cousins is so so special. I want to make sure he spends as much time as possible with them as he grows up, so they'll always be close.

Husband time. David and I carved out an evening to ourselves and left Little Mr. with my parents. It was a great date night; we ate at Del's, our favorite Central Coast pizzeria (if you go, the buttery fresh rolls will change your life, guaranteed!), and saw "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo" (which held up nicely compared to the book).

Friend time. Cade and I caught up with some of my dear friends and he made some new ones at the same time (shout out to Bode and Lola Bird).

Cade's Cafe. Open for business since Christmas Morning 2011. Patrons are encouraged to wear the most causal and comfy of attire (translation: no one in pajamas will be turned away). Mama is hoping that all the practice he gets in his kitchen will turn him into a great chef *fingers crossed*. Maybe he can teach me a thing or two?

Cade's Cafe

 Don't tell the health inspector but Chef Cade is a big believer in the 5 second rule.

The proud proprietor.

Thanks for letting me share. What were your holiday highlights?