The La Force Family - thelaforces

Welcome

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Greetings!  Please excuse the mess!  It's been a while since I've updated the site... but I am slowly and surely going to get back into the swing of things.  The site will be up and running before you know it!  But for now, please accept my apologies for the incomplete-ness (I'm sure that's not a word-- but it seems almost appropriate).

Mahalo nui loa,
Christie

Welcome

Aloha and Konnichiwa.
Thank you for taking the time to visit The La Force Family page.  Our goal is to share new Japanese experiences and culture through pictures and blog updates with friends and family. We will try and update monthly... but it all depends on how adventurous we are for the following months :)

Please know that we miss you all, and that we think of our friends and family constantly.  

Take care,
Jeremy, Christie, Rhyza, Makaela, Hawk & Roman

Welcome to the Philippines 2010

December 2009

Photos

Makaela turns 6!

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Super Hawk

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BOOTS

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Mo-Hawk!

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Hawk turns 2!

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Happy 2nd Birthday David Hawk La Force!
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Hawk's Birthday weekend!
Saturday, August 22, 2009
American Village
American Village
Saturday, August 22, 2009
On the ferris wheel @ American Village
On the ferris wheel @ American Village
Saturday, August 22, 2009
On the ferris wheel @ American Village
On the ferris wheel @ American Village
Saturday, August 22, 2009
On the ferris wheel @ American Village
On the ferris wheel @ American Village
Saturday, August 22, 2009
The view
The view
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Dragon Palace
Dragon Palace
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Dragon Palace
Dragon Palace
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Hawk's Birthday Cake
Hawk's Birthday Cake
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Hawk's "other" Birthday Cake
Hawk's "other" Birthday Cake
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Gifts!
Gifts!
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Sisters ready to celebrate!
Sisters ready to celebrate!
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Birthday nap.
Birthday nap.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Roman gets a bath while big brother naps.
Roman gets a bath while big brother naps.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Roman gets a bath while big brother naps.
Roman gets a bath while big brother naps.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Roman gets a bath while big brother naps.
Roman gets a bath while big brother naps.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Hanging out waiting for the Birthday boy.
Hanging out waiting for the Birthday boy.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Trouble maker.
Trouble maker.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Wake-up big brother!
Wake-up big brother!
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Roman is 4 weeks old!
Roman is 4 weeks old!
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Awake from his siesta!
Awake from his siesta!
Sunday, August 23, 2009
From siesta, to fiesta!
From siesta, to fiesta!
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Practicing his candle blowing skills.
Practicing his candle blowing skills.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Singing Happy Birthday!
Singing Happy Birthday!
Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you...
He couldn't wait to blow out his candles.
He couldn't wait to blow out his candles.
Happy Birthday dear Hawkie... Happy Birthday to you!
At last!!!!
At last!!!!
...and many more!
Excited to get the first slice.
Excited to get the first slice.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Yummmy!
Yummmy!
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Mommy feeds Hawk his first bite.
Mommy feeds Hawk his first bite.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Hawk digs in!
Hawk digs in!
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Deeeelish!
Deeeelish!
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Happy Mommy.
Happy Mommy.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Happy Daddy.
Happy Daddy.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
He kept staring at the cake...
He kept staring at the cake...
Sunday, August 23, 2009
His Buzz costume from Auntie Apy.
His Buzz costume from Auntie Apy.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Spiderman slingshot from Dad.
Spiderman slingshot from Dad.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Spiderman card from Auntie Paloma.
Spiderman card from Auntie Paloma.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Water-gun from sister Kaela.
Water-gun from sister Kaela.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Buzz Action figure from Mom&Dad.
Buzz Action figure from Mom&Dad.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Boxing gloves and punching pad from Abuelita.
Boxing gloves and punching pad from Abuelita.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Bike from Mom&Dad.
Bike from Mom&Dad.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Clothes from Grandma&Grandpa.
Clothes from Grandma&Grandpa.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Clothes from Grandma&Grandpa.
Clothes from Grandma&Grandpa.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Clothes from Grandma&Grandpa.
Clothes from Grandma&Grandpa.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Clothes from Grandma&Grandpa.
Clothes from Grandma&Grandpa.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Awesome shades from Ate Rhyza.
Awesome shades from Ate Rhyza.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Kaela babysitting Roman.
Kaela babysitting Roman.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Hawk loves Buzz Lightyear!
Hawk loves Buzz Lightyear!
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Rhyza breaking-in the gloves.
Rhyza breaking-in the gloves.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Ready to rumble!
Ready to rumble!
Sunday, August 23, 2009

Roman Avelino La Force

Days before labor

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Welcome ROMAN

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And Roman makes 4

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An 8 pound premie?

As we had been so extremely blessed in the child bearing department in the past, the thought of any considerable complications during this delivery was minute.  We thought that our little Roman was going 
to enter the world so easily and effortlessly... but we were sadly mistaken.  

This is an entry of how surreal the past few weeks has been.  

It all began when we took a pleasant family camping trip to the cabins at Torii Beach.  We checked-in on July 22 and checked-out July 24.  Although it was a typical Okinawa summer, filled with extreme heat and humidity, residing in a cozy log cabin seconds away from the beach was the perfect remedy.  In fact, I think too much fun-in-the-sun may have contributed to my pregnancy related complications.  Too much sun, over activity and excitement caused a rise in a certain pregnant lady's blood pressure.  Merely 2 hours after check-out on the 24th was a scheduled 35-week routine fetal monitoring check-up at the Naval Hospital.  My appointment was for 1:30 pm and by 3:30 pm Friday I was wheeled in to Labor&Delivery to begin induction.  Apparently, my blood-pressure had risen to dangerous levels and I was diagnosed with pre-eclampsia; which in-turn led doctors to administer magnesium through an IV for the next 3 days to prevent my body from going into seizures!  After the magnesium, pitocin was added to start contractions and begin the labor process.  Doctors said that I was already 4 cm dilated upon getting admitted... so they assumed I would deliver the same evening.  My bag of water was manually broken around 9 pm to expedite the process, but there was little progress until Saturday morning.  Finally, by 9 am I was fully dilated-- but my cervix was still at a negative 2.  Nurses were baffled because the baby's head refused drop.  

By 11 am nothing had changed but the nurses reported that the doctor was ready to deliver me. The doc said to start pushing during my contractions, so i did. I gave a few good pushes (which is usually all it took to deliver the other kids)... but it was a struggle to get him out.  Jeremy and the docs saw the baby's head crown, and they said all I needed was one more strong push.  I pushed and the baby's head was out-- but the most alarming words came out of the doctor's mouth, "A tight cord around the baby's neck!  Get other people in here to help her!".  Nurses from the hallway rushed in and jumped on the bed with me to externally push on my stomach as I tried to push out the rest of his body.  Since the cord was tight around his neck and his shoulders were too big, it made pushing him out an obstacle (not to mention the whole ordeal caught me off guard and I was terrified!).  The doctors finally got the baby out, but his left shoulder had gotten dislocated in the process.

Since I was laying in the hospital bed throughout the delivery, I wasn't able too see much, but poor Jeremy experienced the chaos amongst the hospital staff.  He said the baby was limp and his head was completely black/purple upon delivery.  Little Roman wasn't breathing and the NICU had to resuscitate him and re-adjust his shoulders.  It took me a few minutes after delivery to catch my breath and regain my composure.  I was anticipating my baby's long awaited cry-- but it didn't come for (what seemed like forever) another few minutes.  We later found out that the baby was restricted from getting air for almost 2 minutes.  

Roman was born on Saturday, July 25th and we were not discharged until Wednesday the 29th at 6 pm, due to all the complications-- the major being his pre-term birth and high bilirubin counts from all his facial bruising and the traumatic delivery.  His eyes were completely blood-shot for the first few days due to all the pressure from the umbilical cord (popped eye blood-vessels).  Despite the satisfaction in finally re-uniting the family, our excitement was short-lived.  After his follow-up appointment the next morning, we were saddened to find out that we were not going to be allowed to leave.  Roman was getting re-admitted due to a dangerous spike in his bilirubin count.  He underwent phototherapy treatment for an accumulated 4 days!  The only time he came out from under the lamp was to eat and change his diapers.  

Without a doubt-- this has been the most difficult situation that we have had to deal with as a family.  I was an emotional wreck, filled with guilt and insecurity... if only I had waited a few more days until my scheduled ultrasound... maybe the docs would have detected that the baby had his umbilical cord wrapped around his neck. But then again, if they didn't, I would have delivered an even bigger baby and who knows if he would have even fit through the birth canal with a cord around his neck. 

Alternating watch over the other kids was also a challenge.  One of us always had to be with the baby, and the other was at home with the older kids.  Our hearts wanted to be in two places at once.  Jeremy's former Company Gunny from Hawaii (Gny Fish and his wife, Beverly) were a God-send because they were able to take care of Hawk for 2 days while I was in labor; the girls stayed with other friends from Hawaii, Monte and Stephanie, who were also a huge blessing.  Bev cooked and got groceries for Jeremy while I was in the hospital with Roman so him and the kids would not starve in my absence. That was a huge help and a tremendous relief off my shoulders to know that my family was being taken care of while I was pre-occupied.  

STATS:
Born July 25, 2009 @ 11:14 am
8 lbs 7.5 oz
20.5 inches
USNH Camp Lester, Okinawa JAPAN 


RESULTS AFTER THE 2 WEEK BABY CHECK-UP 8/12/2009

Weight:  9 lbs 10 oz
Height:  21 inches
Head circumference:  36.5 cm

We are pleased to report that the doctor gives Roman a clean bill of health.  The doctor says that he is well above his expected weight gain and that he no longer has any reason to be seen or treated for jaundice or any other health issues.  His next visit to the doctor will be his 2 month check-up where he will be getting immunized :(
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Thank you, Lord, for never giving up on my family.  You gave me strength, when I was weak; and you gave me hope when I was uncertain.  I have never felt more blessed.

"During your times of trial and suffering, when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you."

And the baby's full name is....

After many weeks of thinking, debating, and calculating the votes... we are pleased to announce the baby's full name!

We have decided to go with Roman Avelino La Force.  Although I was leaning towards, Sebastian, for a good portion of the time... my final decision was made after talking to Jeremy. He said that if he really liked the name, Sebastian, then he would have chosen it for the baby's first name (good point).  He convinced me that using my Grandfather's (we call him "Tatay") name, Avelino, would be a greater honor than using his own, Sebastian, because it would have a deeper meaning for Tatay.  

And coincidentally, it won the most votes in our poll!  

Hooray! for Roman Avelino La Force :)   

Happy Birthday America 2009!

4th of July Weekend

Makaela with the water slide.
Makaela with the water slide.
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Rhyza goes down the slide!
Rhyza goes down the slide!
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Weee!
Weee!
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Makaela's turn!
Makaela's turn!
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
FUN!
FUN!
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Yikes!
Yikes!
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Brave girl!
Brave girl!
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
The beach was right next to the water slide!
The beach was right next to the water slide!
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Warm waters!
Warm waters!
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Plenty of sea weed.
Plenty of sea weed.
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Hawk doesn't like the water.
Hawk doesn't like the water.
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Fun in the fountain.
Fun in the fountain.
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Dancing waters.
Dancing waters.
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Kaela made a new friend.
Kaela made a new friend.
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Playing with Dad.
Playing with Dad.
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Big boy!
Big boy!
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
The dancing water kept him occupied.
The dancing water kept him occupied.
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Hawk always has a ball in his hand.
Hawk always has a ball in his hand.
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Having such a great time.
Having such a great time.
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Happy as can be!
Happy as can be!
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Rhyza liked the fountain water too!
Rhyza liked the fountain water too!
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Torii Beach.
Torii Beach.
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
It was like being in a resort.
It was like being in a resort.
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
Peaceful Torii Beach.
Peaceful Torii Beach.
July 5th at Torii Beach... definitely one of our favorite beaches thus far!
July 2 at South Beach, Okuma
July 2 at South Beach, Okuma
South Beach
Hawk did not want to go in the water.
Hawk did not want to go in the water.
July 2nd @ South Beach, Okuma
He was scared of the waves.
He was scared of the waves.
July 2nd @ South Beach, Okuma
Sisters all geared up!
Sisters all geared up!
July 2nd @ South Beach, Okuma
Waiting for more sun!
Waiting for more sun!
July 2nd @ South Beach, Okuma
He discovered the Lifeguard tower.
He discovered the Lifeguard tower.
July 2nd @ South Beach, Okuma
Hawk's "Baywatch" face.
Hawk's "Baywatch" face.
July 2nd @ South Beach, Okuma
He'd rather play on land.
He'd rather play on land.
July 2nd @ South Beach, Okuma
Daddy trying to convince him to go in the water.
Daddy trying to convince him to go in the water.
July 2nd @ South Beach, Okuma
His innocent face...
His innocent face...
July 2nd @ Surfside Restaurant, Okuma
He could do no wrong :)
He could do no wrong :)
July 2nd @ Surfside Restaurant, Okuma
Cheers!
Cheers!
July 2nd @ Surfside Restaurant, Okuma
Same faces...
Same faces...
July 2nd @ Surfside Restaurant, Okuma
Orange face!
Orange face!
July 2nd @ Surfside Restaurant, Okuma
Checking out the view.
Checking out the view.
July 2nd @ Surfside Restaurant, Okuma
Ready for dinner!
Ready for dinner!
July 2nd @ TSUBAKIYA sushi near Camp Courtney
Ready for some sushi!!!
Ready for some sushi!!!
July 2nd @ TSUBAKIYA sushi near Camp Courtney
Feeding himself.
Feeding himself.
July 2nd @ TSUBAKIYA sushi near Camp Courtney
Tempura
Tempura
July 2nd @ TSUBAKIYA sushi near Camp Courtney
Sushi
Sushi
July 2nd @ TSUBAKIYA sushi near Camp Courtney
They <3 us!
They <3 us!
July 2nd @ TSUBAKIYA sushi near Camp Courtney
Rice all over the place!
Rice all over the place!
July 2nd @ TSUBAKIYA sushi near Camp Courtney
Indoors
Indoors
July 3rd was a rainy day in Okinawa...
No beach for us :(
No beach for us :(
July 3rd was a rainy day in Okinawa...
Cuties
Cuties
July 4th at Home
CHEESERS!
CHEESERS!
July 4th at home
Hawk and Kaela love to make faces!
Hawk and Kaela love to make faces!
July 4th at home
:)
:)
July 4th at home
Finally!  A picture with Mommy!
Finally! A picture with Mommy!
July 4th at home
A picture with the belly.
A picture with the belly.
July 4th at home
CLOSE UP!
CLOSE UP!
July 4th at home
Dad's muscles.
Dad's muscles.
July 4th at home
I see matching ears!
I see matching ears!
July 4th at home
Strike a pose!
Strike a pose!
July 4th at home
One more time!
One more time!
July 4th at home
Miss Rhyza Mahal
Miss Rhyza Mahal
July 4th at home
Miss Makaela Angeli
Miss Makaela Angeli
July 4th at home
Fake smiles!
Fake smiles!
July 4th at home
Hanging out with Kenny
Hanging out with Kenny
July 4th @ White Beach
The Montemayors
The Montemayors
July 4th @ White Beach
Baby Suzzeth Montemayor
Baby Suzzeth Montemayor
July 4th @ White Beach
Suzzeth
Suzzeth
July 4th @ White Beach
Rhyza practicing
Rhyza practicing
July 4th @ White Beach
Baby was not happy.
Baby was not happy.
July 4th @ White Beach
Mom took the baby for a walk near the beach.
Mom took the baby for a walk near the beach.
July 4th @ White Beach
Before the baby fell asleep on Auntie Christie
Before the baby fell asleep on Auntie Christie
July 4th @ White Beach
Miss Red
Miss Red
July 4th @ White Beach
Miss Blue
Miss Blue
July 4th @ White Beach
Mr White
Mr White
July 4th @ White Beach
Playing with stuff he's not supposed to.
Playing with stuff he's not supposed to.
July 4th @ White Beach
Crying because he didn't want to leave the park.
Crying because he didn't want to leave the park.
July 4th @ White Beach
Zip line
Zip line
July 4th @ White Beach
The park was so close to the water!
The park was so close to the water!
July 4th @ White Beach
He loves the slide.
He loves the slide.
July 4th @ White Beach
Babysitting
Babysitting
July 4th @ White Beach
Trying to put the baby to sleep.
Trying to put the baby to sleep.
July 4th @ White Beach
Looking for shells
Looking for shells
July 4th @ White Beach
On a mission....
On a mission....
July 4th @ White Beach
White Beach was beautiful
White Beach was beautiful
July 4th @ White Beach
We can walk to the Islands when the tide is low.
We can walk to the Islands when the tide is low.
July 4th @ White Beach
Tons of shells and coral on the sand.
Tons of shells and coral on the sand.
July 4th @ White Beach
Last slide before we leave!
Last slide before we leave!
July 4th @ White Beach
Time to say Goodbye!
Time to say Goodbye!
July 4th @ White Beach

32 Weeks!

32 Weeks

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New Pictures!

Dad's Lil Helper

Slowly preparing for baby.
Slowly preparing for baby.
Hawk loves to help!
Hawk loves to use tools.
Hawk loves to use tools.
He is constantly looking to see what Daddy is doing.
"I found it!"
"I found it!"
He found the missing screw!
Fixing the seat.
Fixing the seat.
He's a perfectionist... or maybe OCD... like his mama!
He loves to practice being a big brother.
He loves to practice being a big brother.
He spent a few minutes trying to stick the baby in the seat... just the way he wanted her.
Then he kissed the baby "Goodnight".
Then he kissed the baby "Goodnight".
He's a lover... not a fighter.
DONE ATLAST!
DONE ATLAST!
The boys bask in their glory!

Jeremy's Big 29!

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Hot Summer Day

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29 weeks

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Aaron's Graduation

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*NEW* Stats as of June 22, 2009

Another ultrasound was performed at our 31 week appointment.
(Woohoo... only 1 week away from the 8 month mark!)

The results were pretty impressive.

Our little Roman (Middle name: Avelino, Sebastian, or Russell) La Force weighed in at approximately 5 lbs 13 oz (at less than 8 months!) with a heartbeat of 156 bpm.

The whole family was present for the occasion.  We all got to see Roman's chubby little body and his cute features.  He looks just like Hawk did when he was in utero!  One feature we couldn't deny was his distinct "Abad" nose... just like Mommy and his big brother and sisters  (Thanks Grandpa!).  

It was an amazing day... I can't stop grinning :)

31 Week Ultrasound

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Hello little Roman!
Hello little Roman!
Description:  Face covered by hands
Taking a nap!
Taking a nap!
Description:  Half of face with shoulder and hands

We have a pic of Hawk that looks exactly like this!
We have a pic of Hawk that looks exactly like this!
Description:  Face partly covered by arm

Big ol' lips and cute round chin!
Big ol' lips and cute round chin!
Description:  Facial features

Big head!
Big head!
Description:  Head profile

It's still a BOY!
It's still a BOY!
Description:  Arrow pointing to "turtle-like" image between baby's legs

Footprint!
Footprint!
Description:  Foot with toes

Rain, rain, go away!

Oh boy!  It's been raining for the past 4 days... and it's forecasted to continue until next week!  Holy moley!  The bright side?  Considering it's typhoon season here (June 1 to November 31), I guess it's better to have continuous rain, than having a typhoon in our midst.  That's gotta suck!

On a brighter note, hopefully you all got the chance to visit Rhyza's new webpage.  It's been pretty helpful in keeping her occupied, since the rain has dampered her plans of skipping away into the sunset with her friends during the warm summer days.  

We encourage you to place your votes for our poll questions.  We would love y'alls input!

La Force Baby Game!

Enjoy a little game we have set up at:  

http://www.expectnet.com/games/LaForceBaby

It's fun and it'll only take a few moments of your time. 
Plus, we are curious to see who will come out victorious!!! 

Winner gets... to change baby Roman's first dirty diapers!  **wink**

Beach Babes!

We welcomed May in with a splash!  Oura-Wan Beach, located on Camp Schwab was our first beach experience on the island.  Although the waves were big and the waters were chilly... we were excited to get a little taste of what Okinawa had to offer.  Spending a day near the beautiful ocean reminded us of the aloha spirit that we had missed so much.

As a few of you know, April 26 celebrated 9 years of marriage for us!  Psheeew... where has the time gone?  It seems like only yesterday we were a single couple living in a 2 bedroom apartment furnished with a metal futon bed as our couch and a dining room set that Jeremy struggled to squeeze into.  And now, 9 years later, we are living a little more comfortably and about to pop out our 4th baby!  God has definitely brought us blessings beyond our dreams.  

May is also known as the month for mothers!  Happy Mother's Day to our Mamas (we hope you enjoyed our Mother's Day surprise!) and to all the beautiful women who have been blessed to bring children into this world.  We love you guys and wish you many more years of joy with your beloved children.

We will continue to visit new places and take you along on our adventures.  Be sure to buckle-up and enjoy the ride.  

.TRIVIA.

QUESTION:

1.  Why does Hawk have a buzz cut?

A)  He's preparing to attend Baby Boot Camp.

B)  All the cool kids in Oki shave their heads.

C)  It's a failed attempt at a mow-hawk.

D)  He's decided to be a Buddhist Monk before he turns 2.  

Lock-in your final answers... and stay tuned! 

Bun in the oven! Part 2

We've evened out the playing field,
No longer ruled by chicks.
Two girls, and soon two boys,
Will make the La Force Family six!

*Stats as of 4/22/2009 (23 weeks)*
Weighs 1.5 pound
Re-calculated due date to August 23, 2009 (Hawk's B-day!)
Heartbeat 150-160 bpm

Grins from ear to ear!

23 Week Ultrasound

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23 Week Ultrasound
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Description:  Baby profile with hands, legs and feet.
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23 Week Ultrasound
Description:  Baby profile with hands near face.
It's a BOY!
It's a BOY!
Description:  Baby's bottom.

Bun in the oven! 4/20/2009

Yes folks, the rumors are true!  The La Forces are baking another bun in the oven!  The new baby is expected to arrive August 22, 2009... that's on Grandma's Birthday and only one day before Hawk turns 2 years old! But if we've learned anything from past experiences, it's that La Force babies don't like to stay in the oven for very long.  They like to grow to be around 8lbs and be a few weeks early.  Mama is feeling much better in the second trimester, but energy still seems a little low.  Rest is definitely a must since the 6 month mark is only days away.  6 months down, 3 more to go!

The kids are loving that they can see Mommy get bigger.  Makaela loves to rub and give kisses to the belly.  Rhyza takes pride in sharing with the world that her Mommy has a baby in her tummy.  And Hawk likes to touch the belly and say "baby?... baby?". 

We feel so blessed to have such wonderful children.  Although we have our moments... the joy they bring to our lives is immeasurable.  And now that we have another lil' one on the way, our hearts are bursting with excitement.  We can't wait to see how this new  bundle of joy will mold and make us into a new family of 6!

The past few months passed so quickly that we are certain the next few are going to fly just as fast.  March was filled with new and different experiences.  We finally got to visit a local produce store which allowed us to try new (well, "new" to us) local cuisines.  We were able to sample different types of fruit, sweet breads (pineapple, mango and bean), battered lobster (with mayo, fish flakes, and various sauces), and of coarse the little fried fish thinggies.  I must say, they were all very delicious, but to our surprise... the kids devoured the little fried fish!  Rhyza is always open to trying new food, so convincing her to taste the dish wasn't a problem.  Makaela hesitated at first, commenting that the fish still had "eyeballs", but as soon as she saw how much Rhyza enjoyed it... she gave it try.  Hawk, on the other hand, had no reservations.  He said it was "Nemo" (from the Disney movie, "Finding Nemo") and ate the fish like it was candy.  Dad wasn't too keen on the fishies... but he was a trooper and tasted it like everyone else.  Mom, was used to eating the dish and is looking forward to the next time they can visit the store for a second helping :)

March was also the month that Makaela's class took a trip to the Wonder Museum and the Okinawa Zoo.  Big sister wasn't able to attend because she had school, but since Daddy was able to take the day off, Hawk was more than pleased to accompany Makaela's class!

April continues to be a great month.  Rhyza mentioned that she thought it was so fun because Easter is her favorite holiday.  They had a blast decorating their Easter eggs.  Dad even surprised them with an Easter cake after they finished coloring because they did such an awesome job!  Easter Sunday was a day dedicated to the kids.  We had breakfast together, everyone opened Easter baskets, went to mass at Camp Courtney, ate pizza and fondue for lunch, watched the Hannah Montana Movie, had an evening Easter Egg Hunt, received prizes, ate egg salad for dinner (we couldn't waste the Easter eggs) and passed out for the day.  It was lovely and we enjoyed it very much.     

April is also the month we find out what the baby is.... so stay tuned!!!!

Okinawa Pictures

Comprehensive Water Park

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Memorial Weekend

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Mother's Day

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Mother's Day Weekend

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Oura Wan Beach Camp Schwab

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BUZZZ Cut!

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Easter Weekend 2009

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Dad kicks off Easter weekend by coloring the first egg of the season.
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Makaela and Hawk join in on the fun!
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Rhyza said her favorite holiday was Easter because of all the fun things to do.
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Makaela did an awesome job balancing her eggs.
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They worked so hard on their Easter eggs.
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Meet the La Force Easter eggs of 2009.
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They were so proud!
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Dad surprised us with a delicious Easter cake!
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He missed his mouth a few times.
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Victory at last! Hawk made it into his mouth!
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Hawk enjoying his donut after Church.
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YUMMY!
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He loves donuts.
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"Cheese"
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Hanging out on the Church lawn.
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The sisters.
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Makaela Angeli & Rhyza Mahal
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They love to get all dressed up!
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Always ready for the camera.
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A hug from brother.
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...if only Hawk had moved a tad bit to the left!!!
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Daddy's girls.
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They love their Daddy.
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The boys.
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So handsome :)
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Hawk couldn't stay still anymore.
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Peek-a-boo with Rhyza.
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Angry-Hawk.
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Time to go bye-bye.
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The girls wanted to watch the Hannah Montana Movie for Easter.
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Hawk had a fabulous time.
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The kids had to settle for an evening Egg Hunt since the movie ended after sunset.
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Makaela gathering her eggs.
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Hawk and Rhyza were a tag-team.
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The girls and their Easter treasures!
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The winner of the Egg Hunt won the Marley and Me DVD.
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The day ended with happy kids and a tired Mom :)

March 2009

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Hawk misses his sisters so much when they're in school... he watches TV with their stuffed animals.
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We're preparing him for his new baby brother or sister.
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Rhyza
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Makaela loves to pose.
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Candid moment.
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I can't even express how much Hawk loves to play with basketballs, footballs, soccer balls, etc...
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He likes to pick flowers.
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He smells everything!
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A produce store in Okinawa.
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We started with different flavored sweet breads.
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Rhyza liked the pineapple flavor.
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Makaela thought the mango flavor was yummy.
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Hawk enjoyed the bean flavored bread...
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...Mom didn't like it as much.
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Lobster balls.. or should I say, batter with pieces of lobster, deep-fried, and seasoned with fish sauce, mayonaise and fish flakes. It was a hit with the kids!
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Makaela says, "Why do the fish still have eyeballs?"
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Rhyza enjoyed 'em!
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Makaela was pleasantly surprised and ate tons of it!
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Hawk was a big fan of the fish! He kept asking for more.
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Makaela's class field trip to the Wonder Museum and Okinawa Zoo.
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The awesome view.
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Big Kaela.
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Little Kaela.
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Little Jeremy.
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Big Hawk.
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Playing with Mommy.
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Hawk with the robots.
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Dress-up.
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Fun crawling.
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Kaela the elephant.
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Hawk the lion.
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Fun in the egg shells.
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Kisses from Papa.
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Can you see Makaela and Hawk?
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Jeremy's face and hand.
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Dad and Kaela.
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Makaela
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Hawk and Makaela.
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Guess who?
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Ready for the Zoo.
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Hawk was hungry :(
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Begging to get carried.
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Showing his fake smile.
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On our way to the Zoo.
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Okinawa flower.
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Okinawa is full of bats.
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We have a few that live in the tree outside of our house!
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This is what they look like.
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...interesting...
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Howdy big guy!
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HUGE hippos!
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Cheese!
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Our long day ended with a short ride on the carousel.
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Neo Park

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Nighty-night with Dad

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Valentines 2009

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Nago Cherry Blossom Festival

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January 2009

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Promotion

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December 2008

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Hawaii Pictures

PICTURES

The kids before our looong hike.
The kids before our looong hike.
Makaela, Hawk & Rhyza
Hawk had a mohawk
Hawk had a mohawk

At the bottom...
At the bottom...
It's 1.25 miles up to the top of Makapu'u Lighthouse!



Our first trail detour.
Our first trail detour.










The view was spectacular.
The view was spectacular.

Makaela was soaking it all in...
Makaela was soaking it all in...

Pic with mama.
Pic with mama.

Rhyza was jammin' to her music.
Rhyza was jammin' to her music.

Makaela loves to pose.
Makaela loves to pose.







Hawk was catchin' some rays.
Hawk was catchin' some rays.

ahhhhh.... so peaceful.
ahhhhh.... so peaceful.

The next trail...
The next trail...
took us to a floating rock thinggie.
Only the boys went.
Only the boys went.




We were looking for whales!
We were looking for whales!

The next trail was like a maze.
The next trail was like a maze.
It took us to old remains of a building at the edge of a cliff.
We made it to the edge.
We made it to the edge.




The girls were so brave.
The girls were so brave.

The lighthouse!
The lighthouse!







Kisses.
Kisses.




Taking a break at the cliff.
Taking a break at the cliff.







We could see the lighthouse...
We could see the lighthouse...
But we decided to hike all the way to the top of the mountain instead!
Going back up to the path.
Going back up to the path.

Rhyza was pooped!
Rhyza was pooped!

The girls were ready for a break
The girls were ready for a break

Poor Rhyza.
Poor Rhyza.

Daddy trying to motivate her.
Daddy trying to motivate her.

Almost to the top!
Almost to the top!

Wooohooo!
Wooohooo!

We did it!
We did it!

2 hours of hiking...
2 hours of hiking...
for 10 minutes of glory.
Lighthouse from above.
Lighthouse from above.
1.25 miles back to the bottom!
We hit up the beach at Bellows.
We hit up the beach at Bellows.

Makaela likes sand.
Makaela likes sand.

Hawk is not a fan of it.
Hawk is not a fan of it.

He hates it at the moment.
He hates it at the moment.

Makaela getting ready to fly.
Makaela getting ready to fly.

Super Kaela!!!
Super Kaela!!!

She can fly!
She can fly!




Kaela to the rescue!
Kaela to the rescue!

Hawk, Joseph, Marivic & Art
Hawk, Joseph, Marivic & Art
Rainbow Bay Marina for Gaby's Birthday Party
The girls with their tats!
The girls with their tats!

Hawk hanging out under the tree.
Hawk hanging out under the tree.




Enjoying the sunshine.
Enjoying the sunshine.




He loves being naked.
He loves being naked.

Mokapu Elementary
Mokapu Elementary
Waiting for Rhyza's Ho'ike to begin.
He was flushed from the heat.
He was flushed from the heat.

Showing his teeth.
Showing his teeth.

Before Makaela ran off....
Before Makaela ran off....
to play at the playground.
Rhyza's class
Rhyza's class

They did the Chicken Dance
They did the Chicken Dance




Noah and Rhyza
Noah and Rhyza

Hawk and his buddy
Hawk and his buddy

Ready for school.
Ready for school.






















Jeremy @ Jay's Birthday
Jeremy @ Jay's Birthday
Baltimore, Maryland









Walter was outtie!
Walter was outtie!

There's nothing like food...
There's nothing like food...
to cure a hangover.
Hawaii State Fair Concert
Hawaii State Fair Concert

Waiting for Asia Cruise...
Waiting for Asia Cruise...
to perform her song, "Selfish"
Rhyza & KC from...
Rhyza & KC from...
Hawaii's Power 104.3. We listen to him every morning on the way to school!
Makaela, Rhyza & Asia Cruise!
Makaela, Rhyza & Asia Cruise!
The girls' first "real" concert!!!
The girls were dying to meet...
The girls were dying to meet...
Selena Gomez from Disney Channel's "Wizards of Waverly Place"
Speedracer Ride!
Speedracer Ride!

Carousel
Carousel




Big Island Vacation

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What A Difference 1 Year Makes
Mother's Day 2008 vs. 2009

La Force Easter 09
Okinawa, Japan

Makaela's Assembly
Makaela is all the way in the front row, in front of the music teacher (the woman wearing red).  This assembly was on February 27th in celebration of Black History month at Bechtel Elementary.

La Force Family PCS
From Hawaii to Okinawa

Hawaii Videos


Sergeants Course Graduation

Welcome Home Sgt La Force

3/3 Marines Depart for Iraq

Sgt La Force departs for Mojave Viper

Adios winter weather and hello... (gulp) humidity!

Cherries and hearts.

It's hard to believe that another month has passed... and we are merely days away from our 2 month mark here in Okinawa! Just as our Hawaiian glows have become accustomed to long pants and sweaters... February brings the warm weather back to Okinawa. And when I say warm, I really mean, "I hope you are wearing deodorant," kinda warm! The humidity here is insane. Let's just say, even the walls in our house sweats.


But on the bright side... at least we can wear our cute summer clothes again :)  


Our month started off wonderfully. We explored the northern part of the island around Nago, and the drive was beautiful. I think when people compare Okinawa to Hawaii, they must be talking about the northern part of the island. We were on our way to attend the Nago Cherry Blossom Festival and ran right into Pineapple Park (by accident), where we decided to take a little break and see how it compared to the Dole Plantation in Hawaii. It was an interesting experience, and the free samples were definitely a crowd pleaser! If the Dole Plantation was Walt Disney World, then Pineapple Park would probably be Disney Land. 


The Cherry Blossom Festival, however, is a whole different ball game! There were endless booths selling all kinds of local favorite foods; the day was filled with entertainment, music and games for the kids were at every corner. The local music in the evening was breathtaking and we even got to climb over 320 flights of stairs to see the Shinto Shrine. "Hanami" or, flower viewing, is definitely something we'll do as a family every year during our tour.  It was amazing... and yummy :)


Valentine's Day for us was wet and warm. It was so humid that sometimes it would start sprinkling, and you wouldn't be able to tell the difference. But despite the weird weather, we were determined to take the kids to Sunabe Baba Park as we had promised them earlier in the week. God is definitely watching over us, because it didn't rain once while we were there. In fact, it was pretty sunny for most of our stay. This park, is a park like no other we've seen before. It had a huge windy slide with roller seats (imagine sliding down a few hundred rolling pins) and a zip-line type of ride with a ball to sit on. All that, located near a beach! It was crazy!


As the weather warms up, and our need to spend time away from our "sweaty walls" increases, we are excited to explore new places and share them with our extended online family. Our next stop is Butterfly Paradise, word is that the "redder" the outfit, the more likely the butterflies will land on you! Stay tuned....



Once upon a time...

Once upon a time, the La Force family lived in a military lodging facility for 17 looong days.  It was difficult squeezing 5 people into a hotel room for an extended period of time.  Plus, it was freezing outside but there was no heater on site!  The family also had to walk everywhere because they did not have a magic carpet, nor a license to fly one on the left side of the sky.  

Weeks passed, but they did not despair.  God finally blessed them with a 4 bedroom multiplex on Camp Mc Tureous and a humble Okinawa van that has been around since Jeremy and Christie were in High School!  Psheeeewwww.... now that's old!  

Here it is, the new La Force castle & magic carpet!


Once upon a time...

Castle & magic carpet

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La Force News

Brrrrrrrr!

It's been cold, cold, cold! The weather takes a bit getting used to over here. We haven't really done too much except settle in to our new home on Camp Mc Tureous. Jeremy got promoted to Staff Sergeant on January 5 at Camp Hansen, and we moved into our new home on the evening of January 8. Rhyza started the 2nd grade at Bechtel Elementary on January 14, and so far, she seems to enjoy it. She says it's easier than her school in Hawaii... and she seems to be adjusting well and making friends in class and around the neighborhood. Makaela, unfortunately, missed the cut-off date to start Kindergarten by one month. She was very upset, to say the least. She will stay at home with Mommy and Hawk until a slot for Pre-K opens up for her. Mr. David Hawk is growing and learning more and more each day! He loves balls, cars and tools. He is starting to mimic words and he loves to give kisses "with sound", as we like to say. His favorite words are "Ball", "Ah-ppole" and "Gang-pah".  

The cherry-blossoms are supposed to be blossoming soon, so we are looking forward to attending the festivals and soaking in all the culture and beauty that Japan has to offer. We'll be sure to share some pics.

January
Blogs

Rhyza's 3rd Grade School Picture

Makaela's Kindergarten School Picture

Vote!

What should Baby Roman's middle name be?

Abad/La Force Family

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Comments

9/29/2009 11:50:10 PM - 002066624419
Hello family, what can i say except my heart is bursting with happiness to see you all so happy and gorgeous...the kids are so beautiful and growing too fast. Roman is so big and so handsome like his Kuya. Oh, i miss you all so much. I can't wait for September next year!!! thanks for all the updates making sure we have not missed anything with the kids growing too fast, last week's pictures seemed old. Torii beach is so beautiful, the water is so clear- just beautiful. Bathawk, SuperHawk, BuzzlightHawk or whatever is a real HEROHAWK. He could be the JOKERHAWK and he would still be a KILLER. So adorable. ayayay

He could be a model for the Marine.com
Can you skype? we haven't seen you for a while, we want to see the kids in action.
Thanks and we miss you terribly. Take care and smooches. Mom and dad, emong and apy
9/29/2009 11:49:36 PM - 002066624419
hello
9/12/2009 9:06:36 PM - 002007416599
Wow, I'm speechless, but I tell you this much, I'm a very proud abuelita; my babies are the most beautiful in the whole wide world!!!! :) Gracias for my BD presents, todo mi amor, su amá & ita :)
9/11/2009 3:00:27 AM - 002067986773
blue eyes and red hair.....Roman definately got them La Force genes!!! wow! Love the boots pictures of Hawk....hes a HAM! :)
9/2/2009 1:12:29 AM - 002007416599
my babies, you're growing up so big and beautiful, ita loves and missess you very much! hope to see and talk to you soon. :)
8/31/2009 9:29:33 PM - 002067986773
ok Hawks hair ROCKS!!!!!!!! I love it!!!!!! What a little stud.....your going to need a bat and a riffle and a tazer to keep them girls off!!!!
8/25/2009 8:35:29 PM - 002067986773
Hi guys, just saw the bday slideshow!!! The kids are amazing and beautiful and so happy :) Roman has BLUE/grey eyes like his daddy!!!!! Its so good to see you guys, miss you terribly, wish I was there to hold all of you!!!!
8/16/2009 9:34:04 PM - 002007416599
First of all, gracias a Dios! yes, you are very blessed for many reasons; your family is finally complete, together and healthy!
Todo my amor, su amá & ita. :)
7/8/2009 8:22:10 AM - 002067986773
hi guys its been awhile since Ive checked out your website, I love the prego pics...Christie you are stunning babe, pregnancy looks so BEAUTIFUL on you!!!! I love the girls school pics too, they are soooo big!!!! Hawkie is getting so big and soooo handsome....hes looking like Raymond! k guys I love you bunches and miss you even more!
sister
6/19/2009 8:24:24 PM - 002068430973
Felíz Día Del Padre Mijo, que Dios te bendiga siempre junto a tu familia!!!
Todo mi amor, tu amá :)
6/7/2009 12:30:23 PM - 002066624419
Mine is 15 weeks...
5/19/2009 3:17:14 PM - 002001363010
HAHA! How funny! I think Jeremy's job has caused him to age... not to mention the (soon-to-be) four children we've got under our belts! I'm gonna be a saggy old lady by the time I hit my 30s :(
5/18/2009 11:05:59 PM - 002067986773
ok so I was showing off the website and my coworker just asked "how many years older is your brother?" ha ha ha ha! U is my BIG brother!!! :)
5/13/2009 7:15:08 AM - 002067986773
Dustin agrees with me....we want Hawks hair back!!! ha ha ha ha!! :) Dustin said "is that Hawk bald???!!! OOOOHHHH noooooo!!!!" hee heee ;) the beach is nice, looks like Lanikai
5/7/2009 9:00:47 PM - 002068430973
Hola hijos, just got my flowers, gracias!!!
I love the pictures, you all look so beautiful and happy!
todo mi amor, su amá & ita :)
5/5/2009 10:02:05 PM - 002066624419
Answer for trivia question
E) He will join the search for the cutest son of Buddha in Okinawa.....
5/5/2009 9:56:14 PM - 002066624419
OMG, his pose on the first is ala"James Dean-Joseph Estrada- he is so handsome i like him in his kalbo hairdo. will he be in a star search for the most handsome kalbo kid? sino ang nagkalbo sa kanya? did you tell him to pose, he is a pro. hurry up on the other pictures- we can't wait for the rest!!!!
5/5/2009 4:18:21 AM - 002067986773
He is so precious....wow...what a good looking boy! I wanna see his hair tho, it looks like its light, I see hes blessed w/ daddys eyebrows!! hee hee...atleast he wont have to pluck!!! :) Love you guys
5/4/2009 2:22:10 PM - 001078401001
i miss you guys!! hawk is adorable in his new do! hehehe.
4/29/2009 8:28:14 PM - 000051870912
Congratulations on your new bun-in-the-oven!!!!
4/25/2009 11:14:50 AM - 002066624419
Hello..Okinawans we missed you..
4/20/2009 7:19:58 PM - 002065349124
Hi Laforce family, its Monica! Congrats on the 4th bun. I am sure he/she will be as adorable as all the other buns! You guys are my heros! Can you have a 5th bun for me? Thanks for keeping us updated! Luv you all!
2/22/2009 6:11:20 PM - 002013469622
2/20/2009 6:05:09 PM - 002058318310
Hi this is Andy from 408 n. brian santa maria you lived next door to us. I hope you and your familey stay safe.
1/25/2009 5:37:12 PM - 001074885039
Hi cuz! Your kids are growing up so fast. We miss you and hope you come stateside soon. Say hi to everyone. Love ya!!!!!! ~Ate Boo
1/24/2009 4:47:14 AM - 001074885039

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