Namaste!

We took a day trip with Shahrokh to Steven Oliver Ranch in Sonoma County. Shahrokh will have a performance in Ann Hamilton‘s Tower sometimes in June 08. In May 2007 Meredith Monk performed at the opening of the Tower.

1,400 acre Foothills Park is open to Palo Alto residents and their guests. It consists of 15 miles of hiking trails, lake (fishing and boating is permitted), picnic and camping area. The land of Foothills Park was sold to city of Palo Alto by Dr. Lee founder of Palo Alto Medical Foundation in 1958 on the condition that it be preserved as open space.

Did you know that about half of California is prime mountain lion country! this link explains what you should do in case you encounter a Mountain Lion.

Which movie character does this figurine resemble?

Answer: V for Vendetta!!

Shab-e Yalda is an Iranian festival celebrating the longest night of the year, that is on the eve of the winter Solstice (Dec 21st). On the night of the festivities, the fire keeps burning, water melon, pomegranate, and dried fruit are served, people recite poetry and play music and celebrate the rebirth of sun.

Lazy, fun weekend with good friends and Beck’s concert at Yahoo!

We are just back from Huddart park. Nice place, but boy it was really hot (102F). We were passing around the water spray to keep the temprature down, thanks to the Steinkamp family for such a great idea. But being around sweet freinds made it all up for the heat, especially the presence of the two little angels!

Check out more photos here: Picnic Pictures

Thanks to Larry Butler and all of our lovely neighbors who made this party possible. The households that attended the party are as follows:

985: Linda and Carole
981: Mandana and Mammad
951: Lois and Richard
925: Larry
919: John
917: AnneMarie and Ken
905: Terry and Daniel

Hope to see more next time!
Check out the pictures here:
Block Party Pictures