It's Gettin Hot in Herre

This post is going to be quick and dirty--not a lot of jibber-jabber. I take off VERY early in the morning for a visit to The Heartland, but I wanted to get this post done before I leave.

Summer is officially here! We had another cool and rainy spring, so I am happy that the sun is out. The warm weather, cool breezes, beach, BBQ's, ice-cream, and amusement parks. I'm smitten with summer.

Dave and Bon-Bon came down for a visit. We had fun hanging out with them, and we talked Bon-Bon into coming to Gilroy Gardens with us. She was a fan.


We accidentally dressed like twins. I promise it was accidental. You know this is true because I have nothing against matchy-matchy, and I would totally cop to it.

Having fun on the boats

Colin made sure he made his intentions known

I love this picture--me and lil' me

Taking a drive with Grandma

But nothing beats cruising in your own wheels! Sweet, sweet freedom!

All tuckered out after a long day in the sun!

We also hit the beach with friends. My favorite beach is New Brighton in Capitola. The day was absolutely perfect--warm with a cool breeze. I don't mind paying the $10 cover because it keeps out the riffraff.

These bunsies were made for the beach

Colin came along for the fun again. It's fun to see these two together. B can finally hold her own, and they spent a good amount of time wrestling over toys.



Eating Mum Mums, her new favorite. It's funny to hear her little teeth chomping on the crackers.

My Mom is SO mean. She won't let me eat sand!

We also hit up the Oakland Zoo with Braden and the Twinners.

The flamingos and giraffes were a big hit

B had fun hanging out with Braden

We also celebrated out first father's Day! After Lancer went to bed, I set up this sweet little table for him.

Why, yes, that is a Shake Weight! Don't front, you know you want one. We also gave him a vintage Daddies book, some nuts and chews from See's, and the best part of the offering--a digital frame for his office--pre-loaded with family pictures. Now he can see his little family all day long!

I expect to return from The Heartland with lots of pictures containing corn and brats. Until then!

There's no Place Like Home for the Holidays

But I wouldn't know...because we've been up to fun adventures all over the Bay Area!

First up--ugly sweater caroling. We gathered on our friend's lawn in ugly sweaters, caroled our hearts out, and then went inside to eat a bunk of treats. This is my kind of party.

"We wish you a Merry Christmas, We Wish you a Merry Christmas..."

Santa Webb showed up, and delighted all with his, er, her beard.

Wouldn't you love it if this group showed up on your lawn? I know I would.

We have Papa Elf, Mamma Elf, Doggie Elf, and now Baby Elf. Blakely was born into elfdom--it's in her blood. Glad she has an outfit to show off her elfin' pride. More photos to come.

Santa Babies!

Kristine's tasty spread for us

Next up--The Jungle, where I placed B in a pile of balls. This caused all sorts of uproar among my friends, who tried to convince me I was infecting her with swing flu, staph infections, bird flu, and the common cold. So far so good in that department.

Last stop-the holiday lights at Gilroy Gardens. I was so excited to check them out. They spend a month decking the entire park out with lights, and open up a limited number of rides for the kids for the Christmas season. Definitely worth the drive!

We brought honorary Big Sis J along for the fun.

First carousel ride with Gramma!

B was all decked out in her fluffy fleece suit. She stayed nice and snuggly all evening as we strolled around the park.

Tinger and Colin joined us, too. They bought a 2011 season pass for Christmas this year, and will be partying it up with us all summer long!

They had bright lights all over the lake--it was festive and beautiful

Choo-Choo! Time to ride Santa's Polar Express!

Snuggin with Gramma on the train

All aboard!

We took a photo in front of this adorable cupcake in honor of Eriika, who collected vintage cupcake cookie jars. She gave me one, and it's in B's room!

At the end of a long and fun night out at Gilroy Gardens. See you next summer!


Now I need a date night with Lancer, because we haven't spoken in 3 months--at least not about anything besides diapers, wipes, formula, spit-up and our adorable baby. That ain't right. Good thing Gramma's in town to babysit. Happy holidays!