OBX '09 Vacation - iMovie

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Dinner Conversation

Gabe is growing up so fast. I took his picture while he was reflecting on his day at dinner last night.

"The Boys"

Even though Gabe was able to visit Sea World during our trip to San Antonio - I think we can safely say the absolute highlight of the trip for him ---- was playing with his three older cousins! "The Boys" as he would refer to them were incredibly patient with him. Not only did they allow him to sleep in the top bunk every night - and play Wii (as much as patience would allow) - they looked after him. The picture was taken by Tia Barb with Uncle Brett's technical assistance - outside of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church right before Olivia's baptism. (AJ, 10- Xavi, 8- Oscar, 6- and Gabe, 4)

Westhampton Day "Cooking" School

WDS Community Helper Series - (3's)
"Cooking with Gabe's Dad"

The school asked Patrick if he would participate in their 'community helpers' series. So far the kids were visited by the local fire department -- aside from playing on the fire truck the kids learned the importance of 'stop, drop, and roll'. A local Dentist also particpated and discussed the importance of taking care of their teeth. (Gabe loved the treat bag!)

Paddy decided to take a 'hands on' approach with the kids. With a lot of help from Brice, Ben and Paige they created four work stations. Each class rotated once through each of the stations. In the midst of all this we stressed the importance of trying new foods and introduced the concept of mise en place.

The stations consisted of:

• Crescent rolls- they wrapped around hot dogs (Pigs in a Blanket)
• Pasta Dough - they hand cranked and made Fettucini
• Used the juicer and citris press to make Strawberry, Orange, Limeade
• Dipped Strawberries and Bananas in Chocolate! (and Yogurt Dip)

Needless to say the teachers loved it and the kids had a blast!