Tonight's Walk

Calvin James Bonnet

My dear friend Regina gave birth to a baby boy on November 14th! Welcome to the world Calvin James Bonnet, and Congratulations to Regina and Derek! I can't wait to meet their newest family member! He's a cutie.

I Give Thanks...

This Thanksgiving was extra special! My entire family agreed to postpone our celebration and meal until Friday so that Josh and I could join them. I am thankful for my family and all of the joy they bring me!

Happy Birthday Jamie

My brother's birthday was a fun one. This proud papa has to share his candle blowing duties....

Winter Walk

Dad's Halloween Party

This year we decided to something a little spooky and out of the ordinary for my dad's birthday. The whole family got together (in costume) for my dad's 63rd birthday! It's been a long time since the entire family gathered together. My mom prepared a seasonal dinner and carrot cake. We enjoyed watching his three grandchildren run around the house. Here are some of my favorite photos from the day! Happy birthday, Dad!

Farewell, So long, Adieu, Goodbye ...

On October 27th, my colleague and friend, Marijke, retired from UCLA Santa Monica. The staff hosted a nice farewell reception for her; it was a special night as she said good-bye to so many nurses, doctors and patients. Marijke plans to spend her days hiking, walking her dogs, painting, cooking and enjoying her family. She is Dutch, and a world traveler. I am sure she will do a great deal of exploring.

Below is the beautiful email she wrote to all of us on the Labor and Delivery unit:

As I sit here and think about what to write to say goodbye to all of you I have worked with, slaved with, laughed with, and sometimes cried with, I can only think of how a special profession we have to take care of people who trust us with their life, their vulnerabilities, to keep seeing the miracle of life which it truly is and I mean it, it is "No Joke."

To live our life is a privilege and an honor and we should make the best of it, keep on dreaming your dreams, write that novel, create a garden, travel, dance, read a good book, or do nothing and look at the sky - it is all there...

Never say Never and enjoy! I know I have and will. Until we meet again, I wish you all the best.

With Love,


Marijke