Beach and time with Aunt Christine

Even with the chilly weather, the kids loved the ocean water.  Trae said the salt was not really that bad-crazy kid.  It was so peaceful there, hardly anyone on the beach.  We gathered sea shells, saw some creapy crawlies, and just relaxed.  Then we went to see Aunt Christine.  It was nice to see her home and enjoy her yummy pizza as she took us to her work.  Thanks Chris, it was fun to see you and the kids keep saying they want to go back for more pizza.

Sea World

Sea World was so much more relaxing and enjoyable for me.  I loved Disneyland, but the crowds and constant go, go, go gets to me.  There were far less people at sea world and so the kids were able to run and play and I could breathe.  Perfect break for the middle of the week.  And we were able to enjoy the cousins more, too.

First big day at Disneyland.  The kids had such a great time.  Have to admit it was a bit overwhelming there for a minute, but we made it through.  It was fun having all the Kellers around and comforting to have others that knew the routine.  Traeton and Jeff loved the big rides and Me, Miguel and Maleena liked everything else.  I ultimately just loved being with my family, free of home and work and stress.  Though the kids and being somewhere new brought a different kind of stress, it was way better than being at work.  We have so many memories and things to talk about and laugh about.  Like the totally scared look on Trae's face when we looked at the pics. from Splash Mountain.  So funny, he acted not scared, but pictures do not lie.  Haha, we love you Trae and we were all scared of the 50 ft. drop!!

Day 3 to California