Asilomar

Last weekend Stephen set up a little family getaway. It was so nice to have so much family together in the same vacation spot.

We had Stphen and all the kids, except Sam of course, whom is almost home! Aunt Linda came with Angie and Kaylin.

We all had a blast at the beach and having meal together. The weather was wonderful and the family was exciting.

We have three new additions to the family in the last year or so. Griffin is 13 months, Ashlyn is 12 months, and Colton is 8 months. So it was great to have them get to know each other. And of course be entertain by the older kids.

Stephen chose Asilomar because mom love to go there. Not only did she get the ocean, which she loved, but she did not have to cook!!! I understand her urning for both.

The ocean brings a great since of peace and clam to the spirit. For some reason the rythmic sound of the waves on the breach allows your mind to be clear of clutter and full of deep thought. Mom always said if you don't know the answer to a life changing choice. Go to the ocean, you will there find your answer within. I know that to be true!

I thank Stephen so much for facilitating this trip and I look forward to many more getawys again.

SAN FRAN #5

For Our 5Th anniversary we went to San Francisco for the weekend. It was the first time we have sent a complete evening alone in 8 months.

Renee watch Colton and Daisy so we could have a little get away. It was so nice to be able to just get up and go. We did miss our little family at home.

It was so fun to just walk down the busy streets and hold hands, not hold a baby, a diaper bag, a Binky, and a blanket.

Friday night we went to a VERY fancy restaurant in the Westin St. Francis, called Michael Mina.

It was a dining experience. I was almost intimidated at the class of the restaurant. I think Justin was more intimidated at the price of the restaurant. Never the less we have a 3 hour dinner and enjoyed each other.

On Saturday morning I woke at 7am as usual. And we headed down to Union Square. We took the Trolley to Pier 39 and had breakfast.

After Breakfast we walked over to the Aquarium on the Pier. I was so excited to see the sharks and Bat Reyes swimming over our heads.

That night we walked around Union Square to find a little more San Fran authentic dinner. We ended up at a pub around the corner from our hotel and had a warm dinner.

Sunday we woke up early and rushed home to see our little man.

As we were playing on the floor Colton began CRAWLING!

Our lives have not been the same since.

Tahoe!

Mike and Cheryl took Shon and Francis and us to Tahoe with them.

We all share the month of September for our anniversary month.

Friday night we went out to dinner, then headed over to the Lone Eagle.

We had so much fun.

Saturday was just a relaxing day at the pool. The kids love being with each other. Well I think Colton just loves the attention from the girls.

Then after a very filling Italian dinner, we headed back to the Lone Eagle to listen to the music and enjoy the cozy atmosphere.

Sunday morning we just had to stop for lunch at Sunnyside. It is a must do when you are in Tahoe. The weather was beautiful and the company was wonderful!!!