An unsuccessful attempt at finding a babysitter for our anniversary early last month resulted in us finally trying Bumble – a “farm-to-fork” restaurant in Los Altos with a sandbox and child care. The sandbox is available for the kids while the parents eat/drink coffee/chat at the patio tables surrounding it. Sam enjoys…
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Signs of autumn are starting to appear. The fresh and slightly crisp cool air called for a long walk through the neighborhood streets of Palo Alto. One of my favorite destinations for a casual stroll is Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden Center. I came across it one day when browsing Google Maps…
Leave a CommentSam spotted stairs at Macy’s Men’s store and instantly found his entertainment while Paul searched for shirts for work. Up the stairs, stopping by the mirror on the way up to say hello to his reflection, and then back down. Repeat. Any stairs we are near, Sam requests to go on…
Leave a CommentWe attended an event at Play! through a Meetup group we joined. The timing was perfect for relief from the hot weather we have had this week. The air conditioning was strong. We arrived a bit early and I was able to get some pictures of the space before everyone…
Leave a CommentWe spent the day exploring the Mission District in San Francisco on Sunday. We were also hoping to escape some of the heat in Palo Alto. “Go on the Caltrain and go to San Francisco?!” Sam exclaimed in that high pitched excited voice toddlers do so well. He loves taking…
Leave a CommentA neighborhood mini park recently re-opened in Palo Alto on Channing Avenue between Waverly and Bryant Streets. They used the small space very well. Heritage Park playground is only a block away, so no large structure is needed. The play equipment included are a couple of baby swings, a springy zebra, and…
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