Official 2005 "White Christmas" Letter

It’s funny how Christmas joy comes full circle when you live vicariously through the eyes of a little one. Abby is passionately enthusiastic about Mary, “Joes-feth”, and Baby Jesus. She wants to read about the shepherds and the wise men every night. There’s one unfortunate wise man that she’s decided not to like. Sorry buddy. She must have her reasons why. Other than that, she loves every iota about Christmas. Abby can hardly wait to unravel each shiny package for her and Baby Jesus. We are gripped by the mystery of the Holy day with a refreshed, child-like perspective.

It has been an eventful year:
• Abby received a shiny ribbon for a year of astonishing gymnastics!
• Angela directed a mesmerizing Christmas program for El Montecito School .
• Andy recorded 2 CD’s for 2 new bands: Widescreen Reason and Clark .
• Abby wears big girl underwear and routinely poops in the potty.
• Angela is a multi-talented music and Spanish teacher every Monday.
• Good Times Guitar and Studio is keeping Andy busy with 22 students.
• Abby phenomenally touches us with her sweet, gentle spirit.
• Angela organized a remarkable “happy” for Abby’s 2nd birthday party.
• Andy moved to another campus and continues to teach third grade with his best bud and music comrade, Gabe "Clark" Friley .
• Abby loves to sing and it’s super cute. What a sample? Click here!
• Angela had her gall bladder removed and gets to enjoy Hamburger Habit again!
• We gave thanks for Grandpa Dick’s ninety wonderful years on earth before retiring to a better place.
• A restful, weeklong camp trip with our dear friends, the Steele's, McCarter's and Knoles'.
• Uncle Lawrence’s 65th birthday in the midst of a Florida Family reunion.
• Thanksgiving rendezvous with Andy’s family in Templeton to give thanks for our many blessings and Angela’s first delicious turkey.

As we all know, life presents challenges interwoven within the joys. In June, we lost a child due to a non-viable pregnancy. To complicate matters, it took six months and two D and C's for her body to finally stop acting pregnant. The doctors were perplexed and we became quite concerned about Angela's health. Although it was an incredibly trying season, we are thankful to report that Angela is 100% healthy now. We praise God for his healing touch and the impact that Angela's faith had on her doctors. In addition, we'd like to say thanks to all of you who supported us through this bizarre episode.

It’s come to our attention that we are likely one of the most blessed families on either side of the Mississippi. This is largely attributed to you…our loving, fun-filled, gifted, endearing family and friends. Each of you is prized in our hearts.

If you want to stay current, book mark this page and come on back throughout the year. All the best in 2006….

Love,
AAA

Andy, Angela & Abby White

Clark gig at Spaceland

Clark gig at Club Spaceland
Originally uploaded by andy white.

here's a fun foto from the Clark gig at Spaceland in L.A. last Sunday. This was only the second show for our mellow, 3-piece musical project. We felt great about the well attended show. We were told that both indie and major record label folks were amongst the crowd. I can't say if that really was true, but i did spot Kiefer Sutherland in the crowd. Apparently, he has a record label called Iron Works Music going and the band that played before us, Rocco DeLuca, is one of his fortunate sons.

besides all that freaky celeb stuff, it was fun to play a show with friends, sell some Clark CD's, and use some drink tickets.
just two more days of reminding abby that we're just "looking" at presents, not touching them!

Abby & Daddy

Abby & Daddy
Originally uploaded by andy white.

Merry Christmas from the White's!

So, turns out I'm not addicted to going to work every day...oh wait, I never was. Anyway, it has been really fun to focus on being a Dad this week. Abby and I have been all about the good times this week. We're not afraid to get out loads of toys or continually recheck the couches...ya know, just to make sure they're still soft. Today, we got ambitious! We hopped on the bike and didn't stop until we hit ocean. OK, that only equals about a 1/2 mile. So, we flipped a U-ey and headed to the friendly neighborhood playground. Ofcourse, we've been doing our part to be good Americans this week...hitting the shops til we drop. Yesterday, i spent most of my time at the mall trying to find some place that sold some form of smoothies. Abby must have politely requested a "Smoothie please" at least 777 times. In the end, we had to settle for Buckstar...they actually sell some sort of non-coffee frap that sure seemed a lot like a strawberry milkshake to me. well, we we're thankful, because one of the giftcards in my wallet saved the day!

Three more days until we get to put our fake plastic Baby Jesus in our "Made in China" manger. Abby and I can hardly wait...I am a blessed man.

Clark: Here Comes Tomorrow

Clark: Here Comes Tomorrow
Originally uploaded by andy white.

i'm excited to announce the latest album from Good Times Studio! My music buddy, Gabe, has written a lovely batch of songs for this project...a beautiful, rainy day album.

if you like mellow, soothing, melodic, dreamy music, you might like this. if you're into nick drake, elliott smith or mark kozelek, you'll really dig this album. either way, i'm very proud to announce the arrival of the new Clark album!

Just in time for Christmas...you can listen to samples and order your own copy of the album HERE.

chinese christmas dress

Cutie in China Christmas Dress
Originally uploaded by andy white.

we played some music for a xmas party this weekend. abby, ofcourse, needed a festive outfit that was seasonally appropriate. we thought this china dress fit the bill. the prime rib was fab too!

hey, speaking of music, i'm very excited about my new band widescreen reason. We have a new CD out. Here's a recent band photo...

check out widescreen reason and order some CD's! they make dandy xmas gifts!

abby & nolan

Cousin Fun
Originally uploaded by andy white.

Here's another post for you! I promised to keep the updates coming...this was a fun photo taken at Thanksgiving time in Templeton. As you can see, cousin time is pretty fun stuff.

I have added several new photos to my flikr photo page. You can go to that page by using the link on the left or you can click HERE.

home movies

Serious Pose
Originally uploaded by andywhite7.

Thanks to my buddy Chris Mundell, I have found a new host for my home movies. There is a link for home movies on the left or you can just click HERE

The Thanksgiving movie is brand new!

Remember to BOOKMARK this page...I'll be posting pix & movies more regularly...I promise!