Maya turns 1

Until my younger sister Annie has her baby in April, Mayumi (Maya) has the distinction of being my only niece (or nephew for that matter). Little Maya has grown so much over the last year. It's a highlight everyday when I find out whether or not my sister uploads new pictures to her blog. I wish I could show you some of the videos of little Maya learning recent new things like walking, dancing, and sign language, but these pictures will have to suffice. Of course, I'm biased, but you can't tell me she is not "wicked" cute!

I can't wait to see her over Thanksgiving. I hope she remembers who I am. Enjoy the pictures I swiped from Elaine's blog.


Maya and her partner in crime, Cora.


Maya's birthday present!


Mike Q and Maya.

Dinner.