Daddy's Triathlon

In late April, Peter competed in the Moraga Treeline Triathlon, and the family was there to cheer him on. After a good swim, an amazing bike, and a fantastic run, Pete came in first in his age group and third overall. James thinks his daddy is pretty cool.

Swimming like a fish!
Go Daddy!!!
Pete's strong finish.
Hooray for Daddy! James and Pete (and the first-place medal).

Grammy and Papou

James is so happy that he gets to see his Grammy and Papou on a regular basis. Here are some highlights.

James and Grammy in the backyard.


Papou and Jamers playing with toys. James is quite good at knocking down Papou's towers.


Story time.

James and Noah (Reprise)

We've been so lucky this year that Uncle Jeff, Auntie Rhia and baby Noah have been able to visit California twice -- once in March and once again in May. These pictures are just the beginning of the James-Noah contingent (Grandparents, watch out!).


Go Dodgers!! James and Noah modeling LA Dodgers gear to make Grandpa Kilpatrick happy.


James and Noah hanging out.


Two seconds until takedown!


That toy is so fascinating!

Tour of California

This past spring we hit the road and followed some of the world's best cyclists as they rode in the Tour of California. Pete, of course, is hoping this will rub off on James and create a professional cyclist out of him. We were lucky to have our friend Julie join us at the prologue in Palo Alto (and initiated her into the world of cycling). Grandma and Grandpa Kilpatrick also tagged along to the time trial in Solvang, though truth be told they were there more for James than for the men in spandex.


The family cheering on Levi in Solvang.


Julie holding James as they watch the riders fly by in Palo Alto.


Grandma and Grandpa Kilpatrick and a very tricked-out stroller in Solvang. We were prepared for anything.

Beach Baby, Beach Baby, Give Me Your Hand

In mid-January, James had his first trip to the beach and he loved it -- the sand, the surf, the fresh air, he couldn't get enough. We took a lovely hike up the hill near Muir Beach, and ended the day at our favorite pub. What a glorious way to spend the weekend.
Pete and James conquer the hill!

Guinness is good for you!!

Automatic for the People

More Pics from our Georgia Trip.

Dads and babies watching football. This is Georgia, after all, where it's great to be a Georgia Bulldog.


Our happy family.

James and Noah

In January, James took his first trip on a plane to visit his new cousin Noah. Of course we flew out during the worst storm of the season, but James was a trooper and after a 6-hour delay in the airport (and another 2 hours in the plane) we were off. Our fussy baby never uttered a peep, and he seemed to revel in the attention (if only Mommy and Daddy would hold him all the time at home!). We loved meeting Noah, who is cute as a button and all around adorable, and had a fantastic visit with Jeff and Rhia. We were amazed at their energy as they showed off the town of Athens, GA (it was enough for us to make it to the local coffee shop for a cup of what Pete calls his "dark master" when James was a month old). It was a wonderful trip, and we are happy for the memories, as both babies are already much bigger than their pictures. They grow so fast!