More Birthday Fun

Take a deep breath, we have lots to cover.

First, we have more pix of the birthday

party, thanks to Aunt Stephanie.

Here's Talia giving Dad a candle-blowing lesson on

one of her three birthday cakes. (We like cake.)

Did we mention it was a pool party?

After a rigorous screening procedure, Papi allows

Carson to give Talia a birthday kiss.

Mamie gets some face time with the birthday girl.

If done right, parties are exhausting.

But, on her actual birthday, Talia is rested and ready

for an early birthday smooch from Mom.

Then Mom and Dad took her (along with Mamie

and Papi) to lunch at an Indian restaurant.

An aperitif is a must.

Chickpeas are delish. "Can I borrow your

napkin, Mom?"

Then time to open and play with what has become one of

her favorite toys, thanks to Cousin Natalie, Aunt Nicole

and Uncle Pierre...

... who also serenaded Talia with a live video version

of Happy Birthday.


And there was more fun, like walking barefoot

in the public library, opening lots of presents, and

even more cake. But the photographer couldn't

keep up.

Growing up can be fun.

Let's go

August 26, 2008

August 26, 2009

Happy birthday, Talia Pearl

First Birthday Party

On Saturday, Mom and Dad hosted a fabulous

(and delicious) party for Talia's first birthday.

Here's Mom whipping up an eye-catching

ratatouille recipe from Uncle Pierre.

Guests were treated to another of

Mom's creative specialties.

Talia wore the party dress

she'd been saving since Auntie Jackie

brought it to her last month. It was

a real hit.

Cousins Sebastian and Anjelica

came from Napa to celebrate.

And Cousin Alex flew in from L.A.

June, Julie (on the left), Laura

(right) added to the festivities, too.

Julie, Mike and Darcy enjoy a perfect

evening.

Sabri, Tim and Toni came for

Talia's big day.

Carson, who thought the balloons were

a hoot and a half, brought Talia

her first baby doll.

Dad and Aunts Stephanie and Margaret

discuss candle-blowing strategy with

Talia while Bob keeps an eye on

the cake.

Talia has some quality time with

Cousins Sebastian and Anjelica and

Aunt Margaret.

Talia's family in Luxembourg sent

a beautiful birthday bouquet.

The festivities continued on

Sunday and Monday, including

swimming and trips to see tigers,

and even sharks, with Aunt Stephanie,

cousin Anjelica, Aunt Margaret, cousin

Alex, Dad, Mom and cousin Sebastian.

And the first-year celebration

doesn't stop there. Stay tuned...

Mom's Birthday!

A special message from Talia:

Well, Mom, I won't turn 1 until next week (Yippee!), but

I already have a role model. I wanna be

a champion tennis player,

a snappy dresser,

a good ball handler,

a swimsuit model,

a nature lover,

a good student,

and an early walker (got that one covered already).

Also I wanna have grace

and a great smile (and hair)

Pretty ambitious, I know, but I'll get there.

Meanwhile, have a great birthday, Mom!

Love you,

Talia Pearl

Guess What, Aunt Connie?

A special message from Talia:

Happy Birthday, Aunt Connie! Hope

you had a terrific celebration. I had a great

time meeting you and your whole family

at Yosemite.

Here's a little surprise for you (and everyone),

just in time for your birthday.

You can see the video here:

A birthday first

Many happy returns, Auntie!

Bisous,

Talia Pearl