The picnic!

After being in the sun all morning while watching the parades I was starting to fade. The kids were just getting geared up! They didn't have to do homework of chores (well, not too many chores) and they took full advantage of that!

There was fooseball to be played,

soccer,

cars and Tonka's,

basketball,

and the ever popular trampoline.

Visiting:

Maria and Fernanda.

Wesler and Antoni.

Ernesto and Chici.

Victor and Bill.

Chici and Pat and Wesler.

Wesler and Conchita.

Chici and Karla.

Making Lunch:

Getting the fire ready to make carne asada (grilled meat).

Trying to keep the fire going.

Hermana Guadelupe to the rescue!

Yay! Meat cooking. These are thin slices of meat that are served with toasted tortillas and a type of salsa. One of my favorites! And with Hermana Guadelupe on the lookout I felt much more confident of my food! :)

Time to eat!!!

Karla

Geovany

Notice we used disposable plates and cups. Then we didn't have to do dishes. I always try to convince my mom to use disposable for Christmas dinner so we don't have to dishes after. She always shoots me down. We have to use the good china that can't even go in the dishwasher! And you know how tiring it is opening presents and eating all day!

Spatz also was celebrating the holiday. He was found near many a child's mouth.

Our group of good looking kids!

I think the clouds moved in to try and cool off my sunburn. I have declined to show you my foolishness. :) The day was a lot of fun for everyone. I hope you enjoy all the pictures.