Despite the triple digit temperatures here in the East Bay, today marks the last day of summer. I think it's about time to say farewell. We had many wonderful memories, but now we're ready to move onto a new, crisper season. I am in need of cooler weather, yellow and orange hues, the smell of firewood, and a warm bowl of tomato soup. I want to bundle my Tot up in cozy little sweaters, feed her sweet apple cider, and toss her in a big pile of leaves! Doesn't this all sound so wonderful and nostalgic? In all honesty, I am so SICK of wearing tank tops and faded Capri pants. Yes, I never fail to disappoint with my true reasons that involve vanity. Unfortunately, I think it may be a few more weeks of heat. I'm just getting a bit restless...
We spent this last weekend attending an A's game (I don't think I watched a single inning, but the fireworks were pretty remarkable). On Saturday, we surprised Claudia with a 60th Birthday Party. As if we didn't get enough in, we then headed to the Lafayette Art & Wine Festival on Sunday. I've come to the realization that we are kind of Festival junkies.
Here are a few pictures of the BIG surprise:
The very lovely and surprised Birthday Girl.
An important job....collecting rocks with Uncle Buck.
Ellie is saying "Happy Birthday Nana!"
The Bucklew Family, Take One
The Bucklew Family, Take 6
The very lovely and surprised Birthday Girl. 
An important job....collecting rocks with Uncle Buck.
Ellie is saying "Happy Birthday Nana!"
The Bucklew Family, Take One
The Bucklew Family, Take 6
