Road Trip

The Girls and I headed to La Mirada to visit my long-time friend Sara and her wonderful family. We all had such a good time that we hope to see them in August. Our 14-year friendship is thriving and better than ever. We miss them already!!!

Off to LA to visit auntie Fenny for a whirlwind visit. We love our Fenny!

It's Dad's Day.

Although we say it almost everyday, today is the day we say to you again...you are the most amazing husband and father us girls could have. We love you.

Happy Father's Day.

Sunny Summer Days

Since it's now reaching the triple digits here in C-Town, pizza making, pool lounging and milkshakes are in tall order.

Bailey wanted to dress like Dad on this day... With Royce and Eric in town for a visit we just had to make pizzas for a noon time lunch.

Kings Drive-In shakes called our names.Gracie found a new boyfriend.
We also got to see Cocoa, the dog that made us fall in love with Lucy. They both came from the same breeder. They loved each other.

Summer is definitely in Full-Swing!!!

VanVelsons + Hansens = Vacation

Troy and I headed off to Cabo for a few days with our good friends, Erik and Kristie. It was an awesome time spent lounging, golfing, spa time dinner and great game playing. We were lucky enough to spend the time in their family's home that was ultra luxurious!!! Views of the ocean were had all around. It's always nice to Vaca in a beautiful spot.

Happy Birthday to Bailey

On Saturday, the day before Bailey's birthday, we had to cancel her party as she was still a little under the weather. With Plan B in action the day actually turned out quite wonderful. Bailey woke up to a surprise road trip to Bakersfield where we met Grandma Robin for breakfast. She was so excited to see her.Next, we went to the mall and Bailey indulged in a manicure...purple glitter nails!

When we got home, she baked Easy Bake cakes with Evelyn and then the kids hit the pool.

Yes, I did get stuck with a cake for 30 people...oh well! Maybe next year...

Graduation...

from Pre-School that is.

Yes, they have Pre-School graduation. We drove straight to graduation from Disneyland and Bailey was exhausted. She started out strong in the singing program then half-way through she almost started to cry and then just stopped singing. The rest of the numbers were filled with yawns, boring hand claps and eyes closed. It was hysterical and the audience was cracking up. My little drama girl pulled out the stops once again!!! This pretty much sums it up!

She got a second wind during the diploma congratulations.

Grandma Nikki, Grandpa Lester and Grandma Karen came out to cheer!Bailey and Andrew.

When we asked her what happened, she said her tummy hurt and spent the rest of the night laying in the pizza parlor booth. Hopefully it was all the excitement and she'll be ready to party Sunday!

At Long Last...Disney

It was finally upon us and wow! it did not disappoint! What a wonderful way to spend a vacation/Bailey's 5th birthday. We did it all...Disneyland Hotel, Goofy's Kitchen, Ariel's Grotto and face painting galore!!! The girls had such a wonderful time and even Troy and I enjoyed ourselves. The infamous Dumbo ride...not sure why everyone loves it but hey, whatever!
The Carousel was a favorite for Grace.

Round 1 of face painting...and let's not forget the lips. That was a bonus!!!

The teacups. And more face painting.

We loved the ice creams and the Parade. That was a true highlight because...

Bailey was asked to join the Conga line in the parade.

On day 3, our comedian kept trying to make funny faces. She is such a ham.

It truly was a magical trip.