In February, we were having the most mild winter we've had in years - but still, we were itching for a little break for some REAL sunshine - you know, the sunshine that those Californians get EVERY DAY!?!? So, we packed up and went south. Shayne happened to already be in Southern UT for a boys golf trip - so I actually packed up and drove the boys to our first destination: St George.
We played at Pioneer Park - a place full of adventure - the "crack", big cliffs and vistas. I managed to get some pics - despite the complaining of having my camera with me.
First we ventured to Univeral Studios - I hadn't been to the California Studios since I was a wee-kid. There was lots to do and Skyler loved all photo ops with characters he recognized. He'd pout if I didn't take his picture with each and every one of them.
The highlight was definitely the Simpson's Ride and town. We are huge Simpson's fans and we scored by mentioning to the girl in line that we came to the park JUST for that ride. She then hooked us up with a PERSONAL tour of the ride and behind the scenes. And that was pretty much the coolest thing that could have happened to our family!
Next, we had a beach day - and who did we happen to find at the beach?? Grandma and Grandpa, and Laura with her kiddos.... yeah, it took a little coordination but it was a glorious beach day with the best of company.
The next day, off to Magical Disneyland
And not only did we have Grandma, Grandpa, Laura, Eva, and Carlo, but of course, Brian and Devri with Michael and Rachel. Yeah - we had to go 12 hours to hang of with my brother who only lives 15 minutes from our house. It was a fun packed day and the nice thing is I forgot my camera. So, here are few pics on my phone (that was dying after 2 hours of being in the park - sigh)
Skyler was consistently left behind because he just wasn't big enough. He DID NOT like that. Finally we found a little roller coaster and he was BIG ENOUGH!! He chose to ride with Grandma and was filled with excitement - by the end - he wasn't so sure he wanted to do roller coaster rides anymore.
Day #4 - off to the Beach with Brian, Devri, Michael, and Rachel
Another glorious day of sunshine and water. The water was FREEZING, but some were crazy enough to still get wet.
So, my days are a little jumbled after this point. I know what activities we did - but the order is probably wrong and no one will care, but in case you know the difference, I'm ok with it. We had an afternoon at a super cool kid's museum with Laura and her kiddos. Afterwards we had the BIGGEST and YUMMIEST mexican take-out food ever - I should have taken a picture of the feast. Seriously - advice to be had - don't order food when you are already starving. Here are a few pics from the museum.
Racing their lego cars
We stayed a couple nights at Laura's home - here's a little dance party in action.
Laura has oranges growing in her yard - so Cole was very, VERY determined to have fresh juice. Auntie Laura was very very patient and even helped make it - many times. You are such a great & dear, dear friend.
We also had one more day on the ocean. Bri & Devri gave us their tickets for a whale watching tour - so we took advantage of the moment and had a lovely boat ride. Mostly, the kids were lulled to sleep by the motor.
But we DID see whales! (photo ops weren't so spectacular)
And then we wrapped up the day with burgers and shakes on the Pier - the boys were in heaven.
And this is what we came home to... sigh. Snow is great, but sometimes (lots of times) the beach is just so much more appealing!
