The Diamonds

Alice has started to play t-ball this year with her buddy Lilly. She's liking it, not sure because she likes the sport, or hanging out with her bud Lilly.

CA 2012 - Third Stop: La Quinta

The last stop on our trip was visiting the Nanny & Papa in LaQuinta. We had a great and very relaxing time, including perfect weather. Thank you Dennis & Kathy for a perfect 5 days!

We had an early Easter egg hunt to celebrate Kyle's birthday

Such a good older cousin

Kyle blowing out his ghetto long match candles

He was very mesmerized by the toy Erin Barin gave him

Up, Up and Away!

Alice LOVED the pool, she was in it every second she could

Here is the theme of Grace's Trip - Must Have Water Bottle in Hand at ALL times. Too stinking cute!

Miss Cutie Pie (and water bottle)

Water bottle.....

Daddy and his two favorite little people

Nanny and her little squeeze

Rolling down the hill for the 100th time

I am surprised Alice did not come home with dreads!

Silly Goose

Just like his dad, Kyle digs the pool noodles

Cheese!

CA 2012 - Second Stop: Gigi Alice & Ventura

Next stop was hanging out with Gigi Alice at the ranch. The kids LOVE picking fruit when they go there, we spent the day picking oranges, lemons, blueberries & raspberries. As you can imagine, the kids were very 'regular' during this visit. :)

Of course we had to feed and hang out with the animals at the stand.

Little Alice getting a ride from Gigi Alice...seems like these roles should be reversed.

The next day we got to spend time at the Pidducks's beach house (thank you Suzannah & Will!!). It was the first time Kyle got to see the ocean, needless to say it was a very special day. Plus all the cousins' kids got to hang out, it was a great day (despite the less than perfect weather).
Alice & Gigi hanging out

The water was soooo cold, can't believe they went swimming

Kyle loved the sand...he even tasted it, which he did not like. Goof ball

Checking out the wild life

Laird is just chilling like a villain

Pure Joy

Having fun at high tide

CA 2012 - First Stop: Disneyland

We made our pilgrimage to CA at the end of March, and began the event at Disneyland. My parents came along with us (thanks Gramie & Bob Bob) and the kids had a grand 'ol time. Unfortunately Kyle was a smidge too small for the bigger rides, but he didn't seem to mind. Plus, Alice got to the use his Fast Pass to go on the fun rides quickly. We stayed with Teddie & Kent which was a treat! Thank you T & K, we loved spending quality time with you!
The Tea Cups - Barf.

Dumbo Fun - A Classic

Soooo Tired! Successful Day.

Camp Saw - Winter Session

The kids headed to Gramie and BobBob for a few days at Camp Saw. We all headed over for the weekend, and left the kids to come back. It was so nice to have a few days to ourselves to get some much needed to-do list items checked off. Thank you Mom and Dad! Not sure you'll volunteer for the Winter Session again, but I sure hope the kids get invited again for the Summer!

Feeding the Burrows next door

Alice did not like the smell of the baby pigs.

LOVE this photo!

Running around on Bob Bob's trailer.

Hanging with Gramie.

Serenity Now!

Ohhh Kyle! How I love thee, and yet want to tear my hair out at the same time! He's definitely our crazy one, here's a quick recap of just the last 5 days:

Kyle falls off the stool at dinner 3 times, I suggest he wear his helmet again (from crazy flat head days). He takes my comment literally and wears his bike helmet the rest of the night.

Potty Training = Disaster Kyle loves to be naked, and this is what I find throughout the day when I'm not paying attention. A ripped off diaper with a naked Kyle not far away (especially when he goes to bed).

Nap Time - This is what I find after hearing loud noises from upstairs. How did he even do this?!?!?!

Alice Shreds

Alice has been taking lessons the last 2 months, so Tom and I took her out today to see what she has learned. She is pretty damn good! I was very impressed, and I am so excited she is learning to ski so young. She will definitely be better than her mom by next year. :)