Zaza JG

A valentine tree @ school!!!

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(3pm - check how exhausted zaz is!)

Real life obsession!

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This is Auntie Cas- I have some serious competition!
Zaz has a MAJOR crush- she's obsessed with Robs. When he's around, she won't do anything without him and he's the centre of her world. Wobs this Wobs that! Daddy bear Woberto, I'll only go if Wobs comes.
He gets the last hug as she leaves and she literally held onto his top on Saturday because she didn't want to leave his side.

Spontaneous tidal pool swim and sing!!!

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My new game ...

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... Is so much fun! And pretty difficult - scatter caterpillar!

Miss attitude

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This is Auntie Cas- I went inside for 2 minutes, with Zaz buckled in, waiting for me. But suddenley I heard a polite little hoot...it was Zaz, who had climbed into the driver's seat and put my glasses on. When I saw her she just grinned and giggled- she was very proud of her antics!

Swimming lesson

2012-02-10T01:18:00.000-08:00

Zaza's first swimming lesson in Sydney- she didn't know the teacher at all, but she jumped in and chatted away and swam so brilliantly! Until her lips were purple and she got out shivering.

After school beach days...

2012-02-09T00:18:00.000-08:00

... So nice to go straight to the beach after school ... Zaz transformed her noodle into a 'vacuum' cleaner and then a 'vroom-vroom' that looks for things... She also did a 'performance' for me and 'designed an obstacle course' ... That we had to do forwards and backwards!

See sawing & singing with my bestie

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Lyne park fun

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Flying on the swing, riding and picking flowers to put on Robs' car

What a life!

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I was floating on the lilo and Zaz suddenly jumped on and giggled because I got such a shock.

After floating for a little while, Zaz exclaimed "what a life!"

Beach fun with my cousins

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Just for a princess!

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... 2 Jewish men hard @ work ... Resulted in a bed for a princess!!! (drawers and bookshelf still to come)

After a week of rain!

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... It was so nice to be @ the beach on Saturday!

Zaz is a celebrity!

2012-02-02T19:22:00.000-08:00

The Sydney Kings (the basketball team) came to bake with the kids at the BIG KITCHEN (a really awesome Jewish, kosher big kitchen where people cook, bake etc) ... Zaz attended (as Cassi works for the Jewish News - and is always in the 'know') ... And then Zaz appeared in the weekly newspaper!

It has been amazing to see how many people have recognized zaz in the newspaper! Very sweet!

Cranium!

2012-01-27T20:55:00.001-08:00

Phil and I against Cas and Rob!

Phil could not guess CROCS!!! (as he hates them so much!) ... How good was. My drawing?!

This child is too cute!!!

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Trial dance class...

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At Miss Tahnee!

A try out @ little glee club!

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(the teacher is apparently one of the finalist from Australian Idol!)

Exhaustion!

2012-01-26T16:56:00.000-08:00

The big Havaina lilo was useful for many things...especially when I needed to chill after a long beach afternoon!

Australia day fun!

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With my cousins

More Baking at Our Big Kitchen

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When robs is around...

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... The rest of the world disappears!

Dad just wants to eat me up!

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Especially when I wear these sunnies!

(I told mom - I don't really like these sunnies as they get tangled in my hair when I put them on my head!)

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An awesome jungle gym!

2012-01-25T21:17:00.000-08:00

... At the waverly park right by us!

A fun afternoon baking ...

2012-01-25T21:16:00.000-08:00

... At the kosher big kitchen with the Sydney kings (or giants as I call them!)

Zaz as very own rainbow computer!

2012-01-25T21:15:00.000-08:00

Zaz saw the box ... Thought about what to do with it, designed the computer, painted it, cut out the pictures ...

I give all the thanks to zaz teacher Shelly for inspiring zaz with these crafty ideas! Thanks shel!

Australian day is huge in oz!

2012-01-25T21:11:00.000-08:00

... And the havianna challenge at the beach is BIG!

Somehow this year and last year ... It is as if they turned off the waves and the sea was flat for the havianna lilos can go into the water!

Australian Day! Havainna day!

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The picture with the sushi comment!

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Sushi maniacs!

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Zaz is a sushi maniac! She can't walk into a centre without asking for sushi!

Small research: sushi roll upstairs in the food court - $3.50! Down 2 escalators - $3!!!

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Sun morning stroll

2012-01-22T00:06:00.001-08:00

Sush took the opportunity to have a rest in the shade while Zaz picked flowers

Saturday morning in Sydney!

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Zaz says the funniest things...

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Aunty Cas says- Over the past month and a half or so that Gia and Zaz have been here, we’ve been kept constantly entertained by Zaz’s comments on everything, the way she knows what’s potting all the time, the funny way she interprets what we say or do and her unique way of talking about things (with such expression in her face and voice)...So here are just some of the things we remember.

I was at the park with Zaz and a little boy and his mum came along.

Zaz sat on the see saw with the little boy (who couldn’t talk yet) and kept asking him questions..when he didn’t respond, she said to the mother “I think he doesn’t understand me because he doesn’t speak English.”

Then they both went on the swing and the mum told Zaz how her little boy loves the swing.

Zaz said “Well I don’t because I don’t like to relax, I like to be active.”

Zaz was watching TV and eating breakfast and I asked if she wanted to take Sush for a walk- she said “Let’s see how I feel” in an oh so madame sort of way.

On the note of walking Sush, we say let’s take S for a W, so Sush doesn’t get excited about the prospect of a walk.

Zaz has caught onto this very well and always wants to take S for a W.

‘The other day I was upstairs and said to Bern, please can you take S for a W...Zaz, who is always tuned in, shouted from downstairs “I’ll take her for a W!”

She was watching the show ‘Guess How Much I love you’, which is originally a book.

Zaz said “Oh they’ve changed the characters” (and then rambled on about what’s changed)...and then concluded with “Well I guess they can introduce new ones”

We were sitting in the kitchen and I gave her something to eat. I can’t really remember what it was, but she made some joke, after which she gave me a knowing look with a sly smile and glean in her eye and said “Kids love to tease”

We were on Camp Cove beach and I suggested Zaz and I take a walk down the beach. She asked where we were walking and when I pointed down the beach she said “Woo woo it’s so far”.

She also says shoow (the same way Gia does), as in shoow it’s hot, and phew.

Gia bought a good car seat for Zaz after searching for the right one for a while.

She previously told Zaz that when she gets a proper seat for her, she’ll start driving.

So when Gia came home with the seat, she said “Oh we got a seat, so this is my chance to check out your driving.”

Gia was riding a bike (for the first time in a while) so Zaz cheered her on with “Come on mom, you can do it, I know you can!!!”

Similar incident- We were in the Bondi baby pool and Zaz let a little girl borrow her boogie board. Zaz was sweetly telling her how to use it etc. And then when the girl did it, she was clapping and saying “Well done, you’re doing it!!”

We were making a rain stick from a long toilet roll..Zaz said “This is going to be INCREDIBLE”

Gia and Phil were going shopping for furniture and she told Zaz not to come with because it wouldn’t be fun for her.

Zaz followed Gia around while she got ready saying (in a very convincing and serious tone) “Mom, have you ever seen a 4 year old be patient! Well I’m going to show you. In my school, all the 4 year olds sit so patiently.”- Now who can argue with that!

We were playing some kind of pretend game and Zaz said that there was someone at the door. So I opened it and said that no one was there...She said “Use your imagination Aunty Cas”- It’s very amusing because she’s so aware of the pretend factor but manages to stay in character (whoever she’s being) and suspend her disbelief so well!

When they moved into their new apartment, she phoned me and excitedly said “I’ve got an ENORMOUS draw for my barbies”

We were watching Project Runway All Stars (that Kara is on) and it came to judging time.

Zaz: I’m shivering

Cass: Why, are you cold?

Zaz: I’m nervous cos I don’t know if Kara’s going to go home.

Then she kept asking “Is she safe?”

In the same episode, one of the models came out wearing a kind of silvery grey dress.

(pointing at the TV, with a flick of her wrist) “Now THAT’s good! Not too white, not too black, just perfect!”

Zaz, Ally and I were walking along the beach picking up shells and Ally was a bit behind us cos she was still collecting.

Zaz said “Omg Ally’s jolling”- It was hilarious, came out of nowhere.

A few mins later, she said “Aunty Cas you need to do a brisk walk to get all your energy out from sitting at work all day, or do you just have a jol?”

Bern was waiting to take Zaz home.

Bern: Zaz are you ready to go, daddy’s waiting

Zaz: (with a very high inflection) Well if daddy’s home then I’m DEFINITELY ready to go.

I love white peaches and nectarines, and lately Zaz decided she prefers them too.

I was eating one and she asked for one and then said “That’s SO Cassi!”

Zaz said to Gia “Can I see the emojis on your phone”

Gia told Zaz she would bring her special new watch (that she earned from getting enough stars on her chart) to Shabbat dinner. But then Gia forgot to bring it. So we sat in the car on the way there while Zaz cried about it cos she was so looking forward to it and felt so heart broken (when you’re 4, it’s the small things that are the centre of your life).

Through her tears, she said “I just don’t understand, can’t we go home and get it because I’m bursting out crying”- it was hard not to laugh.

We were having ice cream for dessert at Shabbat dinner and Zaz said “Unhealthy food is my FAVOURITE!”

Zaz was on Robs’ back....

Zaz: I wish you were more like Aunty Cas, her back is more comfortable

Robs: Why?

Zaz: Because she has a big bum, so it’s like a chair.

I was horrified, but then we figured out that she thought my arms that I put under her bum for her to sit on was my bum- so cute.

I went to great effort to debunk the myth about my huge bum by demonstrating to her what I actually do.

So then she made me do an experiment- either putting my arms by my side or putting them under her bum. When she realised it was my hands she said “Oh ye that is much more comfortable” and giggled.

An adventurous walk around the neighbourhood

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That involved a bike ride, flower picking (for Zaz's hair and a picture of it for Wobs), a stare down with a big barking dog (she showed no fear- notice her face growling back at it) and playing with a very cute puppy through the gate.

Story time on the beach

2012-01-19T18:27:00.000-08:00

I love listening to Bernie's stories (even though I often tell him how it should go).

Bern: Ariel had long beautiful blonde hair
Zaz: no Bernie, she has red hair.
Bernie: I don't know anything about her
Zaz: well she has red hair and lives under the sea with her dad and a witch, that's it.

I had to move all the way to Oz to learn how to cook Salmon!

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Shadow riders

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Zaz took this cool pic of her and me (Aunty Cas) on her bike on Bondi promenade....my big bum wasn't a good fit, but she was confident we could both fit.

Bernie's weight workout!

2012-01-17T23:34:00.000-08:00

Beach chick!

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... I even made a little sand pillow like auntie Cas!

Music morning!

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... At bondi pavilion! With my Cuzzie!

Super women!

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... On her new scooter!

A fun Saturday Arvie in Rushcutters park

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Cuzzies!

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Loving our 'new' (borrowed) couches!

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... Great for midnight nap!

I just LOVE my auntie Cas!

2012-01-17T02:35:00.000-08:00

She is the berries! ... As I tell her ... An ice-cream with a Lindt ball on top!

Bike riding marathon!

2012-01-17T02:27:00.001-08:00

...thanks ally and Kat for my 'temporary' bike! I love it! I rode and rode and rode all day!

Madame!

2012-01-16T05:05:00.000-08:00

Mango in the bath...living the life!

Cheers!

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To Sunday aftenoon ice cream in Bondi with my fave play mate & cousin Ally

Car buddy

2012-01-15T04:24:00.001-08:00

My fave car rides are when Sush sits on my lap...then we're both happy and quiet

Rest stop

2012-01-15T04:21:00.001-08:00

After scootering on the long path around Rushcutters park, I needed a break & what better place to sit than on my scooter with a scenic backdrop.

Bondi beach trash collector

2012-01-15T04:19:00.000-08:00

Zaz gets very concerned about people who litter on the beach, so she does her part to help each time we go to the beach.

There is nothing nicer than bondi beach!

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Park and bubble fun!

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I like this new bath!

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Beach days!!! Love them!!!!

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My sort of cousin ... Boyfriend!

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... Who I stuck to for 2 days!!! But didn't stick to me !!! I give him a few years! He will be running after me!

Our first proper meal...

2012-01-09T04:40:00.000-08:00

In our first rental in Sydney!

Thanks Philly!

(oh yes - meat from Aldi! And there were fried onion rings!)

My great find!

2012-01-09T04:36:00.001-08:00

After about 30 minutes of looking at all the amazing pots on 50 percent sale at MYERS (where we did get electrical stuff at 30 percent off and great crockery set less 40 percent! The new year sales are great here! Huge savings!)

I found this set of great pots, tefal and all at target for $49!

Target you Rock!

It was an out of the blue cold day!!!

2012-01-09T04:24:00.001-08:00

BUT ... We still went to the park and for some yummy frozen yoghurt! (where you can write in the wall!)

With love from Bondi!

2012-01-08T21:09:00.001-08:00

... Another gorgeous day on Bondi Beach!

Who needs toys?! (Melissa and Doug what??) when sand provides the perfect toy!

As for zaz ... She is too sharp! We are walking to the beach and she says, 'would you like to sit on the South African side or Australian side?!' ...

Sending love!

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My new boyfriend obsession

2012-01-08T17:10:00.000-08:00

Although it was short lived because they were only here for the weekend, I had so much fun with the Kahn boys (Josh and Matt) from Perth.
I giggled while they tackled each other and tried to take part in their games, cheering "Go Matt!".
I had a particular crush on Matt, who played so patiently with me and helped me build a great sand fortress. I kept wanting to hold his hand, chat and play.

Beach fun

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I loved building sandcastles with Bernie (he was the only one allowed to make them cos he did such a perfect job).

After all my hard work I deserved a Calippo...or as the ladies walking around selling them say Calippoooooo.

I got it down to a fine art:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVPMJgFFn0M&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Park relaxation

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Creativity at its best

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Zaz soaks up everything and demonstrated that when she channelled it into her arts & crafts- a girl in bed watching TV on her Mac...wonder where she's seen that ;)

A nature filled walk

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Played with a puppy and picked some frangipanis

A good find on a hot day

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A Chinese fan!

Where's Wally?!

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Zaz and Cas creation!

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A little girl in bed ... Watching tv on her apple computer!

Zaz being adventurous!

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Presenting miss Zaza!

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Sand surfing...

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Practice for weekend boogie boarding with my dad

Take a ride...

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In my water taxis!

Two peas in a pod

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Zaz decided to accompany Sush in barking at a dog through the gate.

Up in my castle...

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Playing Cinderella

Beach days = great days!

2012-01-04T05:04:00.000-08:00

... Especially after spending hours in swimming pool and then more hours in the extra warm kids tidal pool!

It's become a daily occurrence!

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Mango's and a walk a Lolly!

Zaz the environmentalist!

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Zaz was furious to find this on the beach! She insisted I had to take a photo of it!

Your cupcake misses!

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5 birds perched in a row

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After the gorgeous Hermitage walk, it was time to rest at Nielsen park (with a hundred noch shleppers and their picnic baskets taking advantage of a hot day).

Rapunzel hair

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Brushing my hair with my magical brush to make it like Rapunzel (it's all about the princesses).

Filling big shoes

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Pool fun with Wobs

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I giggled non stop!

Loving the lens

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Where Zaz goes Sush goes too!

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Pram, swing, slide or car- Sush is her lap accessory

Madame!

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Sitting like a queen in the pram

Saturday morning NUTELLA pancakes!!

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Aunty Cas and I had a great time making them but even more fun eating

Coogee walk

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On a day that started out cloudy and cool, we walked all along the Coogee coast while it became very hot. After 2 hours of walking, we managed not to melt away.

More from the super fun playdate

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This is statuo (meaning statue in Zaz's vocab) Robs and rock Zaz. Not sure who had more fun playing the series of games along the way.
When they finally made it to the beach they had a chat about the journey :)

2nd jan!

2012-01-02T05:24:00.001-08:00

Playing with Cas and Mel at the beach ... And then dad teaching me to surf so I can get ready for being a Nipper (just like little Dani!)

Enjoying more public holidays!

2012-01-02T05:22:00.001-08:00

With a beautiful walk and then lots of lots of swimming and diving in the pool!

Beautiful walks!

2012-01-02T05:20:00.001-08:00

Sydney is surrounded by beautiful walks and parks!

This one is 1.8km each way! Mainly through forests, shade and nature reserved!

The Hermitage walk ... From somewhere off old south head road to Nielsens park!

Just a few people on Bondi on New Years day !

2012-01-02T05:17:00.001-08:00

It looked like tons of people from far! BUT once on the beach ! It felt like just US! I even had my first swim in the sea! Now I am addicted!

The life guards are so pleasant here: at 6:30 they come over the loud speaker, 'we are letting you know ... The lifeguards are leaving in 30minutrs ... After 7pm you swim at your own risk... The weather forecast is warm and sunny tomorrow...so please come back tomorrow for safe swimming ... We will be here from 6am!'

New years day!

2012-01-02T05:07:00.001-08:00

Enjoying an (art made) baby chinno at flat white!

Gal pals

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Aunty Cas and I spent the arvo at Camp cove beach chatting, chilling, running and laughing.

Hawaiian dancing...

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On Camp Cove beach. It doesn't get any better :)

Hawaiian dancing...

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On Camp Cove beach. It doesn't get any better :)

Picnic in the garden...

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With my bestie

Fashion show!

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New years eve in Sydney

2012-01-01T19:23:00.001-08:00

I am not one to make BIG plans for New Years Eve (NYE)... I think it's just another night!

But in Sydney the millions of dollars spent on Fireworks is quite spectacular! Tourist and locals spend weeks working out where they will watch the fireworks from, how they will get there and back etc etc! Some people even camp out in prime spots from the night before or early morning!

We were fortunate to be invited to my Moms friends house! It has an absolutely amazing view of the bridge and fireworks, the house is incredible and parking was easy!

We arrived at 8:50pm! Just in time for zaz to see the 9pm fireworks! Cathy (the owner of the house) had a buffet of desserts! Including the most amazing ice-cream cake with nuts, meringue, chocolate! Yum! Yum!

There were tons of kids! Zaz loved playing with the light bangles! By 10pm she was asleep on the outside lounge chairs... We socialized and ate more!

The midnight fireworks were spectacular! Really incredible!

A great evening!

This fairy is all ready for her new years eve party!

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