Royalty

Sarah as Dowager Empress Tzu Hsi. Mikel could get her dressesd up at home, but Sarah refused to dress up for our trip to the Asian Festival in Arlington.

Farm Fun

During the labor day weekend, Sarah and BFF Molly visited a couple of small farms in the country. Below, Sarah is a tad timid when it comes to petting a piglet.


Both young ladies had a good time petting the minature horses and donkeys and imitating the nearby rooster.

Future Gymnist?

During the summer, Sarah took a tumbling and a ballarina class. She excelled at one and had little interest in the other. Below, Sarah shows a knack for the balance bar.

Vacation in Corpus Christi

In early August we drove down to Corpus Christi on Texas' Gulf Coast to join the Aydon clan for some fun in the sun. We shared a bay front house in a small town called Ingleside, which is on the opposite side of Corpus Christi Bay from Corpus Christi.

Below, at our palatial bayfront estate, Sarah shows Devin the finer points of face painting. I wish Sarah could take credit for the dragon on Devin's face, but Mommy was the artist. Mommy was not the artist for Sarah's cheeks.

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Sarah was right at home on the beach. Other than the annoyance of some salt water in her eyes, Sarah had a great time on the beach and in the water.

One of the attractions of Corpus Christi is the Texas State Aquarium. Sarah got to see lots of 'fishies.' Sometimes she saw the fishies from Daddy's shoulders, while she checked to see if Daddy's hair was thinning.

Above, Sarah is explaining to Auntie 'shell the mating habits of the birds in the enclosure. Michelle was constantly commenting on how smart Sarah was and whether we would entertain a trade of Sarah for her three boys. Below, Sarah explains to Brent the finer points of Dolphins.

The next day we toured the USS Lexington. The 'Blue Ghost' is an aircraft carrier for all you landlubbers. Below, Sarah, though only a U.S. citizen for five months, shows her patriotism in front of a flag that flew from The Lex.

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As one could guess, we also squeezed in a ballgame. The Hooks play at Whataburger Field in Corpus Christi. Very nice ballpark, with views of the bay, USS Lexington, Texas State Aquarium and more. It was decided that we needed matching Hooks shirts for picture time after the game.

Wedding in Tulsa

Sorry for the long lag in posts. No excuse.

The weekend of July 15, Craig, Mikel and Sarah, with Craig's mother Doris, headed to Tulsa for a wedding. Craig's cousin Danielle was getting hitched and many of Craig and Doris' New York relatives would be attending. More important, this would be many of our relative's chance to meet Sarah.

We arrived on Saturday. The wedding was Sunday night, so to fill some time Craig, Mikel and Sarah headed over to the Oklahoma Aquarium. Typical of a 2 year old, Sarah enjoyed the touch tanks. She was pretty fearless, though the splashing of the small rays backed her up some. Below, Sarah has just finished viewing turtles.


The wedding and reception took place at the Doubletree Hotel in downtown Tulsa. Mikel and Sarah both wore outfits purchased during our trip to China. Sarah's outfit is incomplete as she refused to wear the top that goes with her skirt/dress.

We discovered that Sarah really loves to dance. Craig was winded after many a dance with his daughter. Look closely, Sarah is sporting a big smile; she is having so much fun.

Sarah's Big ALOHA Birthday Luau!

WOW! What a party! Xie Xie (thank you) to all who came to celebrate Sarah joining our family and congratulating her on her 2nd Birthday! What a cutie patootie she was in her little outfits!

Please continue your applause for the hosts with the most - the Aydon Family - for graciously hosting this event in their home, catering the food and (insert drum roll here) the VOLCANO CAKE! Yes, that IS sparkly orange lava flowing down a solid cake volcano, and yes, the lilies were edible sugar confections!

the oasis in Southlake...

Ahhhhh...........................The Pullium kids together again with Clint, Brandon, Taylor, Paige, Kaitlyn, Abigail and Shep have fun with Sarah.

Espo does the honors...

Sarah is not too sure about this whole burning wax things on her cake!

Just in case you were wondering if Sarah would fit-in, know you know! Cool Bulgari shades!

GrandPop and Don discuss important global topics, Sean and Val soak up the rays, Pam and Linsay chill in the shade, and Brent organizes the goodies!

Sarah flips over her gifts as Faith does the hula...

We think that's Devin under there!

Happy 2nd Birthday Sarah parts I & II

Grandma Doris encourages Little Miss to have a bite of Chinese Buffet before dessert at Beijing China Restaurant on May 12, 2007


Beautiful hand-painted sign from good friends Carrie and Chris

Cutie Katie smiles for everyone!

Maria & Lucy baked a cake for Sarah for all to celebrate and share!

Lucy shows off her new glasses - too cool!

Sarah likes to have her cake and eat (her fruit) too!

Is this a Sprouts dinner event or show-time at the Zoo?

Emma knows how to work the camera!

Sarah thanks Grandma for a delicious dinner!

Thank you to Aunt Janet and Uncle Dan for the totally cool trike!

Sarah shares a private joke with Aunt Cindy at Kuby's German Restaurant and Deli

Sarah knows how to accessorize!

Thank you to Grandma Doris and Grandpa Jack for the sand and water table! Sarah's never had so much fun getting wet and dirty!

A big kiss and another Thank You to Aunt Glady for the cool sand toys!

See you later for pics from the BIG KAHUNA BLOW OUT LUAU!

Sarah loves her pets!

Snickerdoodle and Sarah have a heart to heart. I know what you're all thinking, and yes, they weigh about the same!


Sarah snuggles with pal Shep - we think he actually likes this, too!

Sarah loves to watch Napoleon eat his breakfast!

Summer is a time for Blogging

Mikel and Sarah strolling the parking lot at the Fort Worth Zoo April 21, 2007.

Sarah loved the pooping cow machine! Here Sarah decides that this hermit crab is too big to take home!

Sarah enjoying some pizza with her new friend, Sarah Bear, April 27.

Congratulations, Uncle Howard for 10 Years Tobacco Free!

The Pullium Children together again, Sarah enjoyed being the center of attention as always!

Mikel is honored to be honored at the Teacher Appreciation Day PSHS softball game April 13, 07. Thank you to Erin who still thinks her 7th grade science teacher is cool! Sarah was very cool - almost frozen - as the last game of the season was called due to weather, but not before Erin presented Mikel with a certificate and goodie bag! Hooray!

Dear Friends and Family,

So sorry it has been such a long time since I've last blogged! I will strive to catch up now that school is out for the summer and I've had a chance to catch my breath! Going back to school for the last month was definitely worth it, but wore me out! Enjoy these pics from the last few months!

Mikel