As another year is upon us, I’m looking forward to a wonderful new decade of celebration and life. 2009 was a year of many sad events. As we say hello to new friends and neighbors, we also say good-bye to great friends and acquaintances. Right before our holiday break, we were told of an unexpected death of our very young patient and it was hard to continue on with our celebration of the new year. Our hearts go out to her families and friends who have to hurt so badly. Debbie was such an awesome person, kind at heart and gestures. She will surely be missed by all of us and by those who knew her.
2009 was a good year for me personally, for it was the year of Theodore’s birth. My prince is my joy. He is the happiest baby I know. My little guy sleeps with a smile on his face. He wakes up with a laughter that is infectious to all. This past year was also a good year for me since it brought back friends from many moons ago. It was nice to know that I was sought out and “stalked” on my own website.
I know these past few months have been real hard on some people due to job insecurities and losses but I have hope that the economy will turn around and pick up again. We elected a new president for a “change we can believe in” so let’s believe that change will come to improve our current conditions and circumstances. Someone once told me that positive thinking will introduce you to many possibilities and realities. So I choose to believe that 2010 will be a great year, full of joy and happiness. Happy New Decade, Everyone!

Now every once in awhile, we are blessed with a certain presence. In this case, it’s our man’s man, Mr. M. You see, Mr. M is outgoing and funny (as you can see). He tells us jokes and makes us laugh. He even educates us on certain “things you outta know about men”. In this past week, for some reason, our office topic was “Can Men and Women Be Friends?” There seems to be a consensus that the answer is no, unfortunately. The belief is that if a woman and a man are friends, then someone wants to sleep with the other person. Apparently, no man wants to befriend a woman just for the sake of friendship and vice versa. I, however, would like to argue that but am outnumbered and “naive”. So, is there anyone out there who shares the beliefs of Team Vu?
History: I remember when I was in dental school. I was studying with a male classmate. His girlfriend then (now wife) argued that he was attracted to me so that’s why we were studying together. As he was telling the story as it unfolds to me and another female classmate, he turned to look at each of us and said, “Can you believe that? Me and Vu? No offense, but you’re so non-threatening.” That was a pin to the ego but I knew what he meant. As the bastard laughed at his own story, I had the uneasy smile. I was thinking I am threatening. I am beautiful. I am smart. I am WOMAN! (roarrrr- as Tiana likes to do). But I am also just a friend, nothing more. And the classmate? He was ugly, dumb and blind. Just kidding, he was actually very nice, smart (as he was quizzing me) and a wonderful friend.

It is still so interesting to participate in these webinars. However, this course was quite boring. I wish I was more active in other activities. But since a professor/patient commented about my lack of attention to the subject, I devoted my undivisible focus to it. Now, I have to hurt him!

Holy cow! God bless that mother! I was in pain for a 6lb.14oz baby. Okay, her head was big but still…19lbs. That’s a toddler. Isn’t the baby next to him so darn cute (like my Theodore)?? He’s so mellow (like my Theodore). Even in his crying moment, the giant is still so cute without any teeth.

This month I attended a web seminar and listened to the lecture via phone. I did not know how nice it was to participate in one of these. It was very cool. I got to walk around my room, use the bathroom, surf other sites, eat, answer phone calls, etc., etc. It was so convenient and brief that I decided to sign up for more. Technology is wonderful…especially if you have time for it. Why I didn’t sign up earlier is beyond me. Don’t laugh!

Please welcome our baby boy, Theodore!
Birthdate: March 17,2009 (St. Patrick’s Day)
Time: 12:33 PM
Weight: 6 lbs. 11 oz.
Length: 20.5 in

This is a picture of his big sister Tiana already looking out for her little brother.

I would like to say thank you to all of you who called and checked in on mommy’s and baby’s welfare. Everyone is doing well. Thank you for all your concerns and well wishes.

I know this is late but doesn’t he look so cute?? Thank you Preston for sharing your outfit with us.

You know, things we see from our office window. Bob was saying,” oh look, the squirrels are playing with each other.” Then she said, “oh, they’re really playing with each other.” See what happens when there’s too much time on our hands.