Past Pictures not Posted

So I've been working on organizing our pics on the sweet new desktop we got and I came across a bunch that some how escaped me. So here they are...

Some how I was convinced to take Etta to McDonald's playhouse ;) it was actually really fun but still a little too big for her. I also tried an egg mcmuffin for the first time and it was in no way all it was cracked up to be. Apparently it's all about the sausage egg mcmuffin which I didn't know but I don't think I need to try it to know it's not for me.

We went with good friends Beth and Archer...

This was a freak really hot day in April so we busted out the pool with friends.

At david and lindsey's for a springtime party...

More friends from our hot day in early spring...

Jimmy who we miss...

Kennedy who hasn't left us yet but really wasn't lovin the pool yet either.

Addysin who is also very missed by Etta...

I don't know who she was throwing this at but is it terrible that instead of stopping her I was taking what I thought to be a great pic? :) Whoops.

Wheeler Farms on a very blustery day...

Etta looovvess animals so this is a great place for her...and it's free!

She was both excited and terrified for this picture.

Lovin the saddle.

This girl kills me...

Mace face!

Funny faces!

Etta was dying to take a pony ride! It was only a few bucks and we hadn't paid to get in the farms so I figured why not. She would not let go of me and hold on to that horse. She was looking at me with total nervous elation the whole time.

Cutie cousin Mason and Aunt Jacqueline.

California Part 3

Next we went down to LA for Rob's recruiting and to visit Sara and Shawn. They are always such a blast and so sweet. They arranged a babysitter for us and took us to The Greek for an Imogen Heap concert which was surprisingly pretty awesome. I like her music and everything but she's a hilarious person who puts on a great concert. It was so thoughtful and much needed. Thanks guys!

We were also in LA for birdie's actual birthday so we had to do a little celebrating. Shawn in true fashion couldn't just sing happy birthday so we got all sorts of percussions and such to give a memorable birthday singing to. Singing, cupcake, that was probably enough for her but we had to go to.....

Disneyland!

Not sure how this picture happened considering we gave our camera to the professional photographer there to take it but whatever, you get the idea.

I couldn't get her off this tiny doorknob although she was eternally bothered it didn't open.

"It's stuck mommy, open it!"

So first of all this was probably the most busy I've ever seen Disneyland in my life and it was scorching hot...not the best day ever. Two year olds don't really understand waiting in line for 30-60min. However, we still had tons of fun thanks to daddy. He held, fed, and watch over liam while Etta and I road all the rides. He was one expensive babysitter but I think it was worth it. ;)

First we went on Alice in Wonderland which is completely psycho and terrified Elizabeth. It was hard to get her to go on another ride after that. We decided to drag her kicking and screaming on to small world knowing she'd love it. People probably thought we were nuts. And as we pulled in to the dark tunnel she lost it...but as soon as we came around the corner and she saw all the singing people she was transported to another world and she was in heaven!

Then we went over to the princess land they have now. A special place where they can meet all the princess and have a little moment with them. So we waited...and no I didn't pose her this way.

Then she got to meet Jasmine! Which was hilarious because she's never even seen Aladdin and she sooo excited.

Then we saw Ariel who she couldn't focus on becuase..."look mommy, Belle!!!"

She was really shy with Belle but the look on her face says it all.

We were bummed that there were only those three because she loves Cinderella but just after we finished they had a show with Cinderella, Snow White, and Sleeping Beauty and they came out for greeting afterward. This truly blew her mind...she looovvess Cinderella and still talks about this moment.

She's was pretty wiped but we still had more rides to do!

So we went on the merry-go-round...shorter lines, and one of her favorite things.

And dumbo...at least we know I had fun right? Hahaha...classic.

The boys with the girls. These two make for pretty good seats to see over all the crowds!

We hit up a few more rides, toon town, the train, and the big parade before...

She was done, so we got a funnel cake and parked it outside the gates to chat with our great friends we don't see nearly enough.

Les Homlesses

We couldn't make it home without stopping in Vegas to see some more of our favorite people...the rowl-outs. We met Giuseppe for a little pancake house and tried to ready to kids for one last drive...

All in all we had so much fun. It was our second trip with both kids and we definitely have some kinks to work out. It's getting more and more difficult to just show up on someones doorstep and crash...for us and them. ;) But I'm glad we went and you better believe we'll do it again because no matter how crazy it is that's just what you do.

:)

P.S.-I've loaded smaller pictures due to the sheer volume but you can always click on them to see them bigger.

Tagged.

My friend tagged me for this and I thought why not?

1. How do you sleep?

Side, belly, back it's all good but my legs always have to be making a four shape...ya know?

2. Do you exercise?

I go through phases but always feel sooo much better when I do. I love doing ab work outs!

3. What are your favorite foods?

Ethnic foods, I love trying new things.

4. Do you cry easily?

Pre babies no...post babies oh yeah.

5. How often do you cry and when was the last time?

Really cry? Actually not that often but I probably tear up at least once a day now.

6. Describe your personality.

Relaxed, happy, detailed. Que, sera, sera.

7. Were you named after anyone?

Not that I know of...the wife of Abraham?

8. Do you think you are strong?

I've always been freakishly strong for my size. In high school I could bench more than my body weight. Believe it.

9. What is the first thing you notice about somebody?

Just their demeanor in general...their vibe.

10. Do you smoke?

Nope

11. What are you wearing right now?

A blouse from my favorite Sundance, a thrift store tweed vest, skinny jeans, and otk boots.

12. Mountain hideaway or Beach House?

Mountains, mountains, mountains. Snowball fights, fireplace, hot tub, snuggling...come on.

13. Rolling Stones or the Beatles?

As my fathers daughter I may have to go stones on this, but barely.

14. Summer or Winter?

Fall...

15. Would you live with someone without marrying them?

No, people say it's better to know all those things before deciding but I think all the things that you find out afterward good or bad help you grow as a person and couple. You can't just ditch out when you find something out you may not like.

16. Share two truths and one lie about yourself.

I just stuffed candy wrappers in my couch, I still have baby teeth, I sang in Carnegie Hall

17. What would your dream house be like?

I love wide open spaces, tons of wood, light and airy, cozy, character, modern/vintage mix. And my huge white kitchen. Think barn chic. ;)

18. Have you ever met or kissed a famous person?

haha, yes.

19. Sunrise or Sunset?

Sunrise. The crisp air, the quiet and stillness of the city, it just always feels so good to be up and at 'em so early. (ok, not right away.)

20. What did you dream about last night?

I usually can't remember past like 8am but I have vivid messed up dreams.

21. What was the last movie that really moved/thrilled/scared you and why?

The first 5 minutes of UP. I bawled like a baby and grinned like an idiot. See what I mean about the babies messing with your hormones.
22. Ever kiss a random person and then walk away?

Not exactly.

23. Have you ever had surgery?

...not one that counts.

24. How do you feel about tanning booths?

Ooo, great in theory, terrible in actuality. Warm, relaxing, hot tan body...cancer, nasty leathery skin...yeah, not so good.

25. Favorite TV show?

I love no drama reality/makeover/competitions. Aaaaannndd Vampire Diaries. ;)

I tag aubrey shaner, lauren evans, and rachel bell.

California Part 2

Next on our trip we took a little drive north for some of this...

But we'll come back to that. Here's Etta post vomit and yes, she's biting her toe nails. Strange child...

My brother Andrew and his family live in San Jose and came down for the weekend. So we had a little bonfire/beach fun.

Etta had such a blast with all of her cousins. It's so fun to see them whenever we can since he is my furthest sibling.

Andrew and Alyse

Julia, Andrew, and Me

Not a great pic but the only family one we got...climbing around the rocks searching in the pools.

All the kids having fun at Dennis the Menice park despite the cold...

I love coming to Carmel. It's truly one of my favorite places, the beach, the shops, the aquarium, cannery row...it brings back so many memories every time.

Etta loving the swings as always...this park is really awesome. I can still remember going here as a little girl...and my nieces and nephews are just adorable.

Went to Dametra Cafe a new favorite right down the street from the beach house in Carmel by the Sea. It was tiny, delicous, and charming. The owners come out and sing and dance. Even a customer got up and beautifully sang I left my heart in San Fransisco. It was so fun.

Now the reason for this not so on the way detour from southern cal is that every morning we'd wake up at the beach house and get all bundled...

Walk 30 seconds over to my grandparents...

Past the house...mmmmm, love it here.

Down the back driveway...

Through the golden gates...

To paradise...

Needless to say Rob was in heaven...it's just breathtaking. And it was awesome to be right there because you couldn't stay or park anywhere. People stayed hours away, parked 30-60 minutes away then took in shuttles. Yikes!

Now I've been to pebble many a day on walks with my grandpa, but seeing it in full tournament swing was pretty awesome.

The mowers out in the morning...it was very cool. There was just a buzz about the whole place. The grounds were in amazing condition. It wasn't hard to spot the celebs...especially Tiger. He had more cameras and security following him than I could even imagine...I don't know how he can focus. Then he had people shouting all sorts of things good and bad in his direction. It was crazy but very cool to see him play up close.

A lot of what I saw was the practice rounds which was actually really neat. You'd watch them hit a shot that maybe wasn't so great while they get a feel for the course. So they take it again and nail it. Just to cement the stroke they'd take it a third time and with scary precision they'd stick it exactly where they'd hit the second shot. They were really amazing to watch.

I didn't go every day so Etta and I would do a lot of running around town...

While Rob did a lot of this...

We also had some unseasonally nice beach days for Carmel in June and we were loving it.

Our good friends Mike and Beth joined us for a second time in Carmel and although mike did get to go to pebble, he also did a lot of this...

Thanks! They are always a blast to have around and troopers in any situation. Cause heaven knows I couldn't carry both kids and we all know where Rob was...

It was so fun. I think I have more pics too from the aquarium and such (one of the best in the country...so fun!) I'll have to post later.

Then coming up we drove back down to LA for rob's volleyball stuff aaaannnnddd...Disneyland!