California take 1

"California here I come, right back where I started from" Yes, I was born there and after spending a week in the sunshine wonder why we ever left? We just had one of the best weeks- it was so good in fact that I am currently suffering from "trip hangover."

Pre-trip shopping. Liza waiting in line for mom at Old Navy.

Dave and Tuck took an earlier flight. L, E & E taking their bags to security. I had a stroller but E refused to ride in it - had to be just like big brother and sister.

I am soooo excited!

literally minutes after we arrived. the kids changed clothes (except EJ, who needs a swimming suit?) and hit the beach. This was our back yard for one week!

celebrated my birthday with my entire family...take it from me, leaving town for your birthday is the best!

Day 1 in Disneyland. This is the Jedi training center. We worked hard to get Tuck a spot and succeeded on the 2nd attempt. (pics of him in action to follow)

AUTOPIA

Our day in San Diego. Just outside of the San Diego temple in La Jolla.

Off to eat in Old Town at the famous "Old Town Mexican Cafe"

Tuck, still recovering from the previous day trip to Disneyland.

tour at the Mormon Battalion - LOVED IT!

Pic with a sister missionary from Tal and Heather's ward from Riverton.

kids mining for gold

they let you keep the biggest piece - the kids thought it was real :)

look out point at Cabrillo State Park

we took the kids to a serve yourself yogurt joint. Luke had 4 different flavors with who knows what kind of candy on top. let's just say it didn't sit well on "California Screamin" the following morning :(-)

the fam packed on the shuttle to the park

performance of "Disney Playhouse" - highlight of Liza's trip. She LOVES Little Einsteins.

Dave and Luke in row 4 waiting for take off on California Screamin'

Pedi on our last day - there is a very long story that accompanies this picture:()

trip home - trying to contain a 2 year old on an airplane is VERY HARD

Eden sporting her LA look

Comments

Natallee said…

LOVE the pictures!! We miss you already!

May 5, 2010 at 3:11 PM

Maquel said…

Looks like such a fun trip! We still want to go somewhere fun with you guys one day.

May 5, 2010 at 4:02 PM

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