Christmas Shopping & Photos With Susie

Wow I haven't been keeping up. Sorry for the delay on the blog. This past weekend was a mix of fun and accomplishment. We finally wrapped up our Christmas shopping. We we're missing just two more gifts. On Saturday, we drove down south to my old stomping grounds, Westfield's Plaza Bonita Mall. For about three plus years while I was in high school and part of college, I worked at Champs Sports. Over at Plaza, we picked up a few things for ourselves as well as a gift for my mom(can't say what it is just in case she decides to read this). We got a Derek's 1st Christmas ornament with custom engraving from things remembered, some 50% off toys for Derek and games at KB Toys and a picture frame. After our trip from the mall, we headed to Costco to pick up our final gift from our Christmas list (also can't say what we got) and a few groceries. Once we completed our list, we topped off our day by picking up some California Burritos from Cotixan in Chula Vista. Just in case you were wondering or have never had a Cali Burrito before, the ingredients include carne asada meat, potatoes (some places use french fries), cheese and salsa wrapped in a huge tortilla. Its a must for those who enjoy Mexican food.
Sunday was a very special. We got to hang our with our really good friend and life photographer, Susie Linquist for another photo shoot of Derek at 3 months. We are so blessed to have known her for over 2 yeras and trust her for our memories caught on camera. She always seems to get the best shots and its a pleasure to be her friend and her client. The site for the shoot was up in Encinitas Beach in Encinitas, CA, where Susie resides. It was a milestone for Derek, his first time at the beach. Derek did really well. He smiled for Susie and was calm the majority of the time. He got sleepy towards the end, but overall, he did great. We can't wait to see all of the photos. Susie is so awesome(nothing new) that she even gave us a few teasers of the shots she took today. Check them out: Pics of Derek at 3 Months by Susie Linquist.

Here's one of the shots (Thanks again Susie!)
By the way, we weighed Derek this weekend and he is now 15 pounds. Check out the progression shots since day one:One more thing. Check out the mpeg of Derek smiling at Erica:


I forgot to mention, GO CHARGERS!!!!!!!! Thank you Buffalo for beating the Broncos. Showdown at the Q for the AFC West and a shot for the Playoffs!