Corin’s first Super Bowl! He called to show me how he’s going to scream and yell at the TV, like the big boys do. Aaaaah!

I’m fortunate to have many amazing girlfriends, not just here in NYC, or in CA, but even around the world. When it comes to celebrating just about anything, my friends are always ready. I wasn’t too keen on celebrating another birthday this year, but celebrating me? Sure, why not! Paige, Nicki, Heather and I started with a fantastic dinner at Double Crown before joining some other friends at the adjoining bar, Madam Geneva. After that, we moved on to Pravda.  Good food, good friends and good times, the perfect way to celebrate anything!

Dinner at Double Crown was awesome! (me, Nicki and Paige)

Me, Einat, Nicki and Heather (the downstairs restroom hallway was, oddly enough, a lovely spot for photos)

Hell, Yes!

Einat, me, Heather, Michelle and Bay at Pravda

Who needs “Jersey Shore” when you have these guys?

Corin was suffering from a bout of the stomach flu, his first major illness from daycare. Poor little guy was not his usually energetic self, but he still managed to call to wish me a happy birthday. What a trooper!

The last day of 2009 was a brisk one, and I was happy to celebrate the new year (and new decade) with a few good friends, some tasty bites and beverages, and the comforts of a cozy, warm apartment. Heather’s friend Greg has the perfect place, complete with working fireplace and a toasty fire. It was the perfect way to say hello to 2010!

Me, Heather and Lori, long before midnight

Our lovely hosts, Greg and Heather

Just before midnight, we donned the appropriate hats, masks and noisemakers.

Me and Lori in our festive attire

Just ten days after returning to NY, I hopped on another plane bound for CA. I couldn’t wait to see my friends and family for the holidays!

First order of friendly business: pre-dinner with my little buddy Rai!

Also present were Rai’s parents, Ashley and Maciej, and Alisha and Nick.

Rai and his ladies

A couple of days later, I went to Berkeley to have lunch with my family. I brought presents from Morocco, like this fez hat for Corin!

Dancing babies are always so much fun!

Chomp!

After a couple days of working in our SF office, I hopped a train bound for SJ, and this little angel. Corin is my favorite baby ever!

His newest trick was sucking in his lower lip, so he looks like this. I’m thinking Cabbage Patch Kid, but cuter!

Jumping is a favorite activity

While mommy ran errands, Corin and I decided to step out and enjoy the sunshine.

Corin also got his first tooth while I was visiting, but he was too modest to show it.

Christmas Eve dinner prep

Deirdre was on cocktail duty - apricot bellinis!

Roasted brussels sprouts

Festive and pretty!

Veggies and fish en papillote

Dinner is served!

Danny really wanted to be one of Santa’s presents for Corin.

Corin’s first Christmas! Mmm, books are delicious.

Cool new wardrobe for his first days at daycare

Cordy Roy, Corin’s new bff

Food Face plate

Toys that play music, flash lights and make lots of noise - Corin’s favorites!

Corin says “Merry Christmas everyone!”