California BABY!

WOW! It seems like months ago that we went to California, but it was only in April for Spring Break. I'm just way slow on the blog update. Little Miss Brookelyn had a Cheerleading competition in Anaheim, so we made a trip out of out. The plan was to travel with Brooke's friend Berklee and their family. We left the day before Easter and made it part way to Vegas. So yes, we spent another Easter in a hotel room and that amazing Easter Bunny found us there. Good thing we left him a note. Not too much excitement in Vegas, just a little fun in the pool then on the road again to California.

We made it safe and sound to California! We arrived the same day as a major earthquake in Northern Mexico, that we didn't even know about, but apparently shut things down at Disneyland and was felt in the Anaheim area. We rented a home in Anaheim and what a treat it was. We have no complaints there other than that we didn't get to spend enough time there since we were trying to do everything else California has to offer. The kids did have a blast playing in the pool and jumping off the roof into the pool (Brynnley & Tanner). Yes crazy kids, hope the neighbors didn't tell on us!























The first adventure was Universal Studios, it was a little rainy, but off we went. It turned out to be a great day since most the crowd was scared off by the rain.
Camden wasn't too sure about the dark tunnel during our backlot tour. That boy makes me laugh!













































The next day was off to Disneyland! It's always a good day when you wake up at Disneyland, right! Disneyland was great, but WAY crowded. I would not choose to go there during spring break again! We still had a great time and did good getting all the fast passes and getting in some good rides. As you can tell the kids did a good job entertaining themselves while they waiting in the ever so long lines!


















































Next we were ready for some down time and took a day to go to the beach. Before making it to the beach we met up with our good friend Whitney who just got a new job in California working for Volcom. We had some great fun shopping at the Volcom store. WHITNEY, your awesome! Now off to the beach to sport some new board shorts, sandals etc. We meet up with the Beck's at the beach so the kids had lots of great friends to play with.






Yes, it's true, Blake does know how to relax!

We had a great day at the beach. The boys then headed out to an Angels game. The boys all head a great time and the girls had dinner and some girl time.

We had one more day at Disney, which was fun for everyone except me, who got sick. YUCK! Maybe it was dinner the night before, but it was not fun. Later in the day I was able to join the crew, but there wasn't much riding for me that day.

Friday we snuck in a little more fun on the beach, before Brooke & Berklee had to check in for some Cheer practice. This time we went to Huntington. We rented bikes and enjoyed the sites of the beach. It was a beautiful day and I think we found a favorite Mexican food spot "Wahoo's". Yumm!



Now it's time for some Cheerleading! The girls cheered on Saturday then the boys and Brynnley all started their trek back home. Poor Brynnley stuck with a bunch of boys for many hours in the car! In case you are worried, she survived. Brooke and Berklee cheered again on Sunday, then they had awards. The girls ended up taking 2nd place in their division, which was great. We were all thrilled! They made a great showing for good old UTAH. After awards we started out trek back home.






The fun must always come to an end and now its back to reality! Overall a great trip, minus one sick day. Always great to travel with friends especially those that are "easy to travel with". Hey and maybe we can do it all again next year!