We are officially back in AZ after a month long vacation in San Diego. Notice the word "officially". Although we have technically been back for a week, I only just now feel settled. From diapers to paddle boards, all has been put back in place and cleaned...thoroughly. I have a sickness.
Of course it is blogging that has suffered once again. But it's clear this blog is loyal and apparently didn't mind the month break. I think?
We had such a wonderful time and know the kids felt the same; they were instant beach babies. We were spoiled with grandparent love with week long visits from Gramzie, Nanny & Grandad, and Nana! And then Uncle Jay even blessed us with his presence the last few days of the trip! Each of these house guests were not only excellent company, but a huge help in chasing after two-unnamed toddlers. It was a blast! Overall, the trip was better than expected and left us with great memories and the urge to do it again next year. It didn't take us long to settle into a general routine. Morning runs along the beach with kiddos; stop for coffee and play at the bay; afternoon naps and evening grilling. Hmmm...not a bad a gig and I'd say we fit right in ;) But as much as I love California...say it with me...there's no place like home. And coming home? I loved!
So with the collection of many pictures to post hanging over my head, I figured I might as well tackle this "catch up" approach in a few different entries. I have NO idea how I am going to narrow down all the great pictures I have but here goes...
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| Playing at the Bay! |
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| My birthday date night! |
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| My birthday surprise! |
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| This way Gramzie! I'm hungry! |
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| A LOT of sand to wash off EVERYDAY! |
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| The kids having a blast with Gramzie! |
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| My boys! |
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| Old Town! Delicious mexican food everywhere you turned. This town was made for me! |
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| A bit tart? |
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| She's a natural. |
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| Pure joy. |
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| Zoo adventure. And I mean adventure. That was a day to remember and I always will! |
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| It felt like we were on the set of Jurassic Park. Truly. I had my game face on though. For the kids of course. ;) |
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| There's always time for a little face painting. |
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| Well look who we found! A last minute playdate success! |
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| Pack N' Play pile up! |
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| Everyone loves Ben! |
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| Told ya! |
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| There was some serious bonding with these two over the trip! |
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| Now that's a man right there. |
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| Not sure I will miss the sand. |
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| How do you possibly put a caption on this one? |
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| My love. |
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| Just one of the boys. |
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| We'd be rich if we cashed in all our beach hours! |
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| A princess in every setting. |
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| Fashion forward. |
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| The COLD days :) |
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| Dancing with Grandad. LOOK at her happy face! It's like watching my childhood from my eyes. Amazing. |
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| My love, too! |
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| Even sharing her pink diapers! |
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| Big boy. |
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| Seriously. Buds! |
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| Morning at Coronado park! |
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| Nanny snuggles are impossible to turn down! |
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| I just learn to walk and they bring me to this walking obstacle course! |
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| Oreos from Grandad. Messes for mom. Smiles for Warner. |
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| Nana time! |
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| Yay for another date night! |
