The silk road to China came to a close with Sierra Middle School meeting fellow students from Vista Middle School at Young Park.  They enjoyed a day of games and learning.

They also enjoyed walking around Santa Fe, and even toured the Capitol building.

The went ice skating, toured Meow Wolf and spent lots of time swimming at the hotel pool!

Cate and Jocie enjoyed one of their long weekends off...in Santa Fe.

Spa night for Cate and mom!

Father - Daughter Dance at Mesilla Park Community Church.

A little under the weather.  Poco and Mapache took good care of her while she stayed home from school.

Top row first...it was a tough first month, then things were better.

Now that she is 12...time for braces!

Our family had a blast at the Hearts for Autism annual Masquerade ball.

For her birthday, she received a polaroid camera, and the girls made lots of cute photos.

 Cate also celebrated with friends.  Friday night sleepover, hanging out in the hot tub, and goofing off!

Cate turned 12!  We celebrated with morning doughnuts before school!