Dragon Experts

On our road trip with Nonie and Doc, Emma and I rode the dragon boat at Santa Monica Pier about 10 times! Then we went to lunch at Bubba Gump's. After lunch, we rode it 6 more times.

Christmas Joys

I got so many great gifts for Christmas, I could barely decide what to do first. Legos and my new iPod are a great combination!

Symphonic Snowman

Uncle Christian and Aunt Stephanie took me to the San Francisco Symphony's holiday show. The movie "The Snowman" was shown on a big screen while they played the music live. Plus, there was a hot chocolate bar!

Christmas Tree Shopping

Every year, we try to pick out a tree that's about as tall as I am.

Supergirls on the Run

Last weekend was our Girls on the Run 5K through Golden Gate Park. I flew through the course in 36 minutes with my running buddy, Lauren!

Don't bother me, I'm solving puzzles

No blog post this week – I'm too busy playing Professor Layton and the Diabolical Box on Dad's Nintendo DS.

Beach Buddies

I'm so thankful that Emma is my cousin, and that I'm in San Diego for a visit! Both of our home towns have an Ocean Beach that's perfect at sunset.

Sewing Class

I'm really enjoying my sewing class after school. As a fifth grader, I get to help the younger kids use the sewing machine. I'm planning my own sewing projects at home, too.

Historic Vote!

Yesterday, Mom was really proud to cast her vote for the first woman president. Even though the election didn't turn out how we wanted, we're trying to stay positive today. Girl power!

Halloween Parade

I really enjoyed my final Halloween parade at Jefferson. I tried to give everyone a high-five all the way around the school yard!

Octoberfest Dance

I got all dressed up for the annual Octoberfest party at Uncle Christian's Rotary Club last weekend. It was fun, and Emilia and I won the chicken dance contest!

Gramalicia in the Sunset!

Gramalicia's finally here! Now I can't wait for Mom & Dad to go to Hawaii already, so we can start making trouble!

Up, Up and a Wave!

My class competed in the LEAP sandcastle contest again this year. Ale and I helped a little, and then spent most of the time in the water!

The finished sculpture was a water-powered rocket on a giant wave.

Camping Flashback

Here's another picture from the 5th grade camping trip. I set up my own tent (although Mom helped a little). It was exhausting! Just kidding. :)

Grape and Pommy

At Aunt Stephanie and Uncle Christian's house, I had a lot of fun. I took a selfie of me with a grape in my mouth and eating a spoonful of frozen pomegranates.