This is LOVE

Date night! So a week and a half ago on Thursday the hubs and I were able to go for a date night. As we try to make sure we have a routine schedule of dates, we took full advantage of this night.

We had to be in walnut creek for an appointment and since I already had a hair appointment scheduled in Castro Valley we decided to just make a night of it. Our appointment finished early so we headed to this sushi spot in Danville that is unbelievably yummy. I think it has become one of my favorite sushi spots. 

Spicy edamame, Prawn Lettuce Wraps, Garlic Rice, Miso Soup, Spicy Crunchy Yellowtail, Hawaiian Roll, and Green Tea Creme Brûlée filled our tummies.

After, we took a quick stroll through the shopping mall area and then quickly headed to my hair appointment.

I absolutely love my hair dresser! We've been friends since the young days. And she's been doing my hair for probably like 7 years or so. This year we've been trying new stuff out and I have to say, I'm loving this "do"! 

We ended the night with a quiet ride home enjoying each others company driving the longest route home just like the good ole days. 

I have to give major props to the hubby. This was his 2nd hair sitting and said we should plan date nights every time I get my hair done. 

Colt Michael Ito has Arrived

Colt Michael Ito was born August 19th, 2012

As I woke up for church I noticed I had a text message from Laura saying they were heading to the hospital. The text was from 2:00 in the morning. I flipped out wondering if little Colt was here and I missed it from the one time my phone is on silent. I quickly called Lisa knowing she was right there with Laura. Lisa sounded tired and not too excited. I knew if that baby was here there would be some enthusiasm on the other end. Instead it sounded like what every anticipating spectator sounds like. Laura got on the phone told me how her contractions were. She sounded great for being in labor. I told her I would be on my way after church.

Off to church I went with my family.....

On the way there we were explaining to Bri'elle that little Colt would soon be here. Bri'elle kept saying Happy Birthday Colt. It was so darn cute.

At church.... I get a text message that they are breaking her water. What?! So off to the hospital I went. I couldn't wait any longer and DID NOT want to miss welcoming Colt into the world. When I got there all was quiet. Laura was trying to get some rest. Not long after being there they gave her an epidural. And the waiting continues. I sat in the waiting room to let her get some rest until the time was near.

We got the phone call.... the baby was crowning, it would soon be time to push. They got everything together, prepared for the baby, etc. Sherin was in Iran at the time so it was just Mike, Lisa, and Tracy. She had just walked in as Laura started pushing. Perfect timing! Laura did great! It's so different being on the other end of not having a baby and watching someone give birth. I was making faces, breathing hard, holding my breath as if I was pushing all working up to get that baby out. Finally after many pushes Colt was here. It's such an emotional thing watching a little baby whom you love so much come into the world. God's work is truly amazing. Every single part of it.

Laura's Babyshower and Maternity Pics (post from July and August)

I had the pleasure in taking pics for my best friends babyshower and maternity pics. Decorating and planning for someone else's shower is so much fun. Sherin and I did a pretty good job if I say so myself :)

For Laura's Maternity pics we went to Tilden Park in Berkeley. One of the best spots to go. We give got some shots on the merry-go-round. The weather cooperated too!