Nati Makani: May 2009

May 15th, 2009 - JW Arrives!

We are proud to announce that Nati has another cousin! Auntie Lea gave birth to Jacob William Almanza who came into this world at a healthy 7 lbs. 12oz and 21 inches long. We couldn't wait to meet this little guy, so we went to the hospital for a visit. Both Mommy and baby are doing great!

Sweet boy only hours old! Welcome to the family!!!

Nati getting a better look at Cousin Jacob!

"We are going to have so much fun together!"

May 13th, 2009 - 1/2 Birthday!

Nati is ready to bounce at 6 months old... check it out!

Pool Time - round 2

Nati and I delivered a red velvet cake to Auntie Lea in hopes it would entice little Jakey to come out and play. Plus its Auntie Lea's favorite! After sampling the cake, we took another dip in the pool. Nati really got into the splashing this time!

Yummy!

Playing with Uncle Josh!

So proud!

May 10th, 2009 - Mother's Day

We had a wonderful Mother's Day starting with a nice morning with our family. Nati and daddy got me two beautiful orchids, the color of the flowers at our wedding. We then went to Auntie Lea's parent's house for a delicious brunch. We ended the day with a relaxing dip in Josh and Lea's pool. Nati's first pool experience was full of smiles and splashes! What a great day!

Enjoying some 1 on 1 time with Papa at brunch.

First dip in the pool!

She looks right at home in the water!

She loved her new floaty!

Manono Almanzas

So cute in their hats!

A perfect way to end the day!

Greeting J.W.

Auntie Lea and Uncle Josh stopped by our garage sale on Saturday and Nati took the opportunity to greet Jacob William in the traditional Hawaiian way!

Tres de Mayo

We celebrated Cinco de Mayo on Sunday, tres de Mayo with delicious Mexican food with colorful plates and cups... compliments of Nana. We spent the evening on the lanai enjoying time with family. Nati had her first try with a sippy cup and made cute little faces when she got some cold water in her mouth. The first of many family dinners together!

First experience with the sippy cup.

Fun with Apa!

Can never have enough Apa kisses!

"Love my Uncle Josh!"

"My Auntie Lea has the most beautiful voice!"

April 27th, 2009 - Arriving in Hawaii!

Nati took her first plane ride to Hawaii and did GREAT! We didn't have the best seats, Cielo and I were separated and Nati and I were in the middle of a 5 person row. But despite the ideal travel arrangements, we made it to the islands safe and sound! Auntie Paloma picked us up at the airport and we received a warm welcome when we got back to the house! "Happy Birthday Daddy!"

Kisses from Apa!

And even more kisses from Apa!

"Hangen out with my Aunties... and Cousin Jake!"

All eyes on Makani!

Family and Friends!

We took advantage of our time in San Diego and spent as much time with family and friends as possible before our departure to the islands. We didn't take pictures of all our visits, but here are a few...

A visit with Grandma Jan!

A trip to the park with Misa and the kids!

Dinner at Amelia's house!

All the cousins!

It was hard saying good-bye to Grandma, but we know we will see her soon and Skype every weekend! "See you soon Grandma... I love you"

Love our Auntie Lolo!

While Cielo was on the east coast for work, Nati and I stayed with Auntie Lolo and her family in Temecula. Our travel plans changed at the last minute, and Auntie Lolo came to the rescue. She flew up to Monterey (with a few delays along the way) landed at 6:30pm and hopped in the car at 7:30pm with Nati and I and drove 7 hours back to Temecula. She truly is an incredible friend!

April 13th, 2009 - 5 Months Old

At five months old, Nati is ready to try something new. Auntie Lori's next door neighbor Emily let us try her Jolly Jumper. As you can see... Nati loved this new activity!

Nati's 1st Easter!

Nati woke up on Easter morning at Auntie Lolo's house to find the Easter Bunny left her a basket with bunny ears, a "Baby's First Easter" outfit, a cute bunny stuffed animal and chocolates (which she enjoyed via mommy). We spent the day at Uncle Mike and Auntie Kim's house where we enjoyed the sunny day in the backyard.