New Year's Eve - Wicked
December 2011
We again went to a play with Matt & Julie on New Year's Eve. This time it was at the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood. We parked outside Universal Studios and took the subway into Hollywood, getting off at the Pantages near Hollywood & Vine. The play was fabulous and we all had a rousing good time with this picture.
Following the play we grabbed a bite next door at Dillon's Irish Cafe & Grill. Then we walked to Gruman's Chinese Theatre and boarded the subway back to Universal. Once there, we were shuttled up to Universal City walk with thousands of other people. It was so crowded that we walked once around the place and came back down to pick up our car. A stop at Jerry's Famous Deli on Ventura Blvd. was where we brought the new year in and we happily traipsed on home to fall into bed.
Thanksgiving 2011
November 2011
Addie's family gathered at her new residence for Thanksgiving. Shown here are her grandson Chris, Addie, her daughters Patty and Debbie, and Debbie's husband Tom. At 91, Addie's social life has taken a definite upturn in her new digs.
Here is Addie with her children Patty, Henry, and Debbie.
Birthday
Flight
13 June 2011
For Patty's birthday she wanted to travel to Santa Barbara and take her first small plane flight.
Since Kiki was allowed in the airplane we naturally brought him along.
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Visit to CJ, Olivia, & Caleb
April 2011
Craig, Patty, and KiKi drove up to visit C.J.'s budding family in their new home. They just moved into their home in February and we had not seen anything other than the real estate pictures and some shots C.J. took. It is really a cute house and, knowing C.J., they are going to make quite a few changes over the next few years.
We took a couple of walks during the two days we stayed and this picture shows all of us standing on the bridge over the Napa River.
Birth
of Emily Satoris
26 March 2011
Emily Laine Satoris was born to Jay and Christine at Kaiser Hospital in Downey and went home with her parents the next day.
With three boys in the family, Emily is sure to get her fair share of attention. She started life as a very quiet child and her parents hope she continues this personality.
Addie Fowzer's 91st Birthday
January 2011
For her 91st birthday Addie's family came to Craig & Patty's house for celebrating, catching up on gossip, dancing and dance numbers.
The girls donned t-shirts and performed the musical number Sweet Adeline. Addie really enjoyed all the attention and you can see more pictures of the party by clicking here or on the picture.
Caleb
Weightman's First Birthday Party
September 2010
Having recently moved to Northern California, C.J. and Olivia were happy to have family travel to their new residence to help celebrate the first birthday of the first grandson.
On Olivia's side of the family her sister Ari and brother Graham arrived from Florida.
C.J.'s father Craig, stepmother Patty and stepsister Danielle drove up with their dog Kiki. Also, C.J.'s mother Judy and his sister Julie were able to briefly make the trip.
The party started in the backyard, traveled through the house and ended with a trip through the surrounding countryside and a nature preserve.
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Unicorn Magic Anniversary Party
August
2010
Danielle and Kaycee celebrated the 1st year of their custom baking business by having a party for their friends and customers.
Young Frankenstein
8
August 2010
One of our favorite movies has been Young Frankenstein. Well, Patty has been wanting to see the musical version for a very long time. A friend of ours, Vanessa, had three tickets she wasn't going to be able to use and asked if we would like them. To say Patty jumped at the chance would be putting it mildly. Patty, Craig, and Kelly (a friend of Patty's) were able to make the last minute adjustment.
Naturally we all sang along with the characters and thoroughly enjoyed the show. The sets were quite large and very imaginative. It was a real hoot to compare the actors to those in the movie.
The Pantages Theater is a fun place to visit. It takes you back to 'old time' Hollywood and very large, lush feeling theaters. This becomes part of the theatergoing experience for us.
Pat Sibley in The Wizard of Oz
May 2010
Patty's good friend, Pat Sibley, is a working actress and spends most of her days touring the U.S. with acting companies. The last two years she has been appearing as the Wicked Witch of the West and in May played Bakersfield, CA - an event which allowed Patty and another friend of Pat's, Jo, to drive up and see her. After the play we all met at a nearby coffee shop to discuss the general state of affairs.
Riviera Oaks Getaway
This
was a mid-week getaway in the middle of April 2010. This relaxing
area of San Diego County is located in Ramona, east of Escondido.
On our way we spied a farm that raised camels - yup! We saw that.
Driving
in on Wednesday we hiked around, rode some available bicycles and
promised ourselves we would rent horses just next door to our timeshare
digs the next time we visited this property.
Luncheon
aboard the Sapphire Princess
February 2010
Occasionally Patty is able to bring friends and family aboard one of the Princess ships for an organized luncheon. A total of 10 of us decided to take this opportunity to lunch and tour the Sapphire Princess while she was docked in the Los Angeles Cruise Terminal.
The inside pool is where this picture of our cruise 'buddies' Harry & Ellen, Patty, Ellen's sister Pat & her husband Bill, and Craig was taken. Next to this indoor pool is an outside pool, where Sean, Trevor, Jay & his girlfriend Christine stopped to pose.
Addie Fowzer's 90th Birthday
January 2010
For her 90th birthday almost all of the family came to Addie's place to celebrate.
All her children, including Gary - who lives in Germany - most of the grandchildren and a number of great-grandchildren gathered in a large banquet room where Addie lives. Addie enjoys her independent living and her only concession to age is being in an over-55 residential complex. Of course, one on the advantages is they have places for parties such as this.
Since her granddaughter Danielle founded Unicorn Magic Bakery, she made the cake shown here and everyone got a piece.
To follow up on the people please click here or on the picture and you can see those who attended.
Mary Cary
Craig's
mother died on 23 June 2009, at 91. On the 25th of July our family
got together for a memorial walk over the streets she so loved to
travel while she lived in Glendale. The walkers were her granddaughter,
Julie and husband Matt, her grandson C.J. and wife Olivia, her son
Craig and daughter-in-law Patty with their daughter Danielle. Patty's
niece Jennifer, pretty much a daughter, also joined in the walk.
We walked the streets in the cool, early morning while talking about the places she frequented and things we remembered. All of us learned some new things. Following the walk we all gathered back at Craig and Patty's house for food and further talk about Craig's mother and the rest of our family.
Rhiannon & Eric's Wedding
Patty's niece, Rhiannon Fowzer, married her long time boyfriend, Eric Kephart, on 18 April 2009. Their wedding took place on the Santa Monica Pier, at the carousel. As you can see, this was the 100th anniversary of existence, a good omen we think.
After the ceremony, besides the food and the dancing, the guests were able to ride the merry-go-round.
Last Christmas Together
December 2008
We didn't know it at the time, but Mary Cary wouldn't see another Christmas. She was 90 years old and, while her health was good, her memory was poor and her autonomic functions would fail her within 6 months.
This picture is the last time both brother's families were together with their mother. The picture includes Neil & Eve, mother Mary Cary, Patty & Craig.
Wild Animal Park Roar & Snore
November 2008
We hadn't had a family gathering for quite some time and decided that a sleepover at San Diego Wild Animal Park was just the incentive to get the kids together. Well, Danielle didn't make it, but we did get a good sized group from both Patty's and Craig's sides of the family. It was quite the gathering.
12th Wedding Anniversary
August 2008
We decided to pull a "Sideways" and visit the coastal country north of Santa Barbara for our anniversary. We drove to Lompoc on Saturday afternoon, enjoying the drive up old highway 1. Sunday we ambled over to the Scandinavian town of Solvang and spent the day walking through parts of this pretty town we had never seen. Monday afternoon we returned home, having spent a relaxing couple of days in the country with our dog KiKi even staying in our hotel with us.
Fowzer Family Gathering
July 2008
A Summer USC reunion seemed just the time for the Fowzer family to gather in a local park. A karaoke machine had been brought in and the Fowzer clan decided to give it a try. Rhiannon has a very pretty voice and led the group in several songs - bringing down all the people present.
Jennifer, Patty with KiKi, Rhiannon, host, Eric, Addie, and Danielle are under the USC tent, with Patty's brother Henry looking on in some consternation in the right picture.
Lillian's Wedding
19 April 2008
We attended the wedding of one of Danielle's best friends, Lillian Tison. She has been around our house for many years and we were pleased she wanted us to join her on her special day.
The first picture is of her dad bringing her down the stairs/aisle. After the ceremony Patty, Lillian, and Danielle got together for pictures.
Addie Fowzer's 88th Birthday
For her 88th birthday party in January 2008, the Fowzer clan took their matriarch to Buca di Beppo in Valencia, CA. This family style Italian restaurant was close to Addie's parents Sicilian roots and a festive and fun time was had by all.
The Getty Museum
October 2007
This Los Angeles landmark has been open for 10 years and neither Patty nor Craig had ever been there. We decided to go one Friday and spent the day admiring the architecture. We plan to return soon to take in all the exhibits.
The Old Mill Foundation
September
2007
Located in San Marino, CA - this is one of the oldest buildings in Los Angeles. It was built around 1816 and has been in almost continuous use since then. We originally visited it to observe the native plants maintained in the yard, but the building itself proved to be the most interesting.
Sailing San Francisco Bay on Labor Day
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Matt & Julie's Wedding
Matthew Williams and Julie Weightman were married 14 July 2007, at Chapman Chapel in Orange, California.
Matron of Honor - Charlene
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Maid of Honor - Meghan McCulloch
Bridesmaids - Ashley Dorn & Katy Salinas
Best Man - Steven Leyra
Groomsmen - Michael Williams, Don Williams, Alex Chase
Danielle's Graduation
17 June 2007
University of California at Riverside
Danielle Rose Forlizzi graduated from college with a degree in Anthropology.
This was Danielle's weekend, even if her mother was as happy as she was. Her graduation party was held on Saturday, the 16th.
Robert & Nora's Wedding
28 April 2007
Our close friends and associates Nora and Robert Castro were married near their home in Las Vegas. The wedding and party were held at the Tao Restaurant in The Venetian hotel. The wedding was a somewhat relaxed affair in luxurious surroundings and the party that followed was just a flight of stairs up and into a private banquet area. There was plenty of food, drink, and Mardi Gras type masks to be worn. Nora certainly enjoyed her wedding party
The following morning we joined the couple and their families in their home, overlooking the strip, and another party opening presents was enjoyed.
Job & Jennifer's Wedding
Job Augustine and Jennifer Fowzer were married 7 April 2007, at the Hartley Botanical Gardens, in Somis, California.
It was an outdoor wedding and reception and many relatives from both sides of the family showed up.
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C.J. & Olivia's Wedding
Craig James Weightman and Olivia Asti Cosner Ervin were married 30 September 2006, at Shinneyboo Creek, Tahoe, California.
The location is north of Lake Tahoe, on the Yuba river and the guests arrived Thursday and Friday for the Saturday wedding. There was a hike, a dinner, and a Dance Friday night; with a rehearsal, the wedding, and a party Saturday; finally everyone left by Sunday afternoon
Christmas 2006 at Neil's House
Craig's brother Neil and his family over Christmas.
Back row: Dave Johnston, Morley Blamey w/Charlie Weightman, Neil Weightman, Colin Weightman w/Connor, Rick Nelson, Drew Weightman
Seated: Eve Weightman, Emilie Weightman, Mary Cary, Freida Blamey, Eve Guthrie
Front: Krista Johnston w/ Eva Johnston, Anna Nelson, Mikki Weightman
Christmas 2005
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Sometimes it is better not to goof off in front of the cameras. This photo catches Danielle and Julie doing their best Hollywood diva impressions. Olivia and C.J. seem unconcerned.
Craig's Birthday
December 2005
Craig's adoption of Danielle is final. Craig, Danielle, Harry (our friend and attorney)
Birthday dinner with Jennifer, Danielle, Patty, Craig, Julie, Katie, and Bobby Kay - sometimes more women is better!
Sean's 5th Birthday
November 2005
Sean opening his first present with his dad and grandparents.
