Girls' Getaway

This is the view of Lake Arrowhead from my friend's home.  It was the first time I have ever left the boys overnight (only took me 6.5 years) and I have to say that I really enjoyed my time with my friends.  We had a good time at the local restaurant (no kids) and of course just hanging out at the cabin.  There were 4 of us the first night and a few more friends came up the next night... when will we have our next girls' weekend???

Lunch at Daddy's Work

Today was the annual Family Day at Live Nation Labs.  This year there were many more crafts, face painting, and an epic battle of Nerf gun war.  The boys did not want to leave and are already looking forward to the next event.  When will we have lunch with Daddy again???

Reunited... and it feels so good

This little stuffed dog (that Noah named Bolt) was found in a plastic bag in the closet.  I must have placed him there over a year ago when I thought that someone had lice (there was never lice).  When I found him, Noah was so happy.  He started sleeping with Bolt again, but changed his name to Angel.  Isn't that so sweet???

Dan the Man Superkids Gymnastics

Noah enjoyed going to Gymnastics Camp with his two buddies.  They worked on coordination, motor development, and they loved going up the rock wall.  Noah loved playing all the games and enjoyed an Otter Pop every afternoon.  Will he go back to gymnastics camp???

Long Beach Aquarium

Today we took advantage of the free teacher day at the Long Beach Aquarium (yes, I still use this perk). Micah was in summer camp so Noah got to invite his friends.  The boys had a great time touching jellyfish and sharks.  They were reading the placards and making some really cool connections to what they already know.  Instead of leading them around, it felt more like I was following them around!  I guess this is a taste of what it will be like as they get older.  Will I be able to adjust???

Ocean Park

Today we spent the day at Ocean Park with preschool friends.  The boys had a great time playing in the water, burying each other in the sand, and making sand castles.  Although the boys were slathered with sunscreen, I forgot to apply some on myself and came home super burned!  When will I learn my lesson???

Kids Bowl Free

This summer we signed up for the Kids Bowl Free at AMF Bowl.  We met up with a few families for what I thought would be a quick game of bowling, but ended up taking over one hour!  Micah lost interest after the fifth frame and started gravitating towards the arcade, but Noah stuck with it till the end even getting a spare and strike on the last frame!  Will this be Noah's new sport???

Zuma Beach

Day off number 2 for Dad.  We went to Zuma Beach for some time in the waves.  The boys had a great time and it was really nice to spend some quiet time at the beach.  When will we go back???

Disneyland

It's been two years since we last visited the happiest place on earth, so Jawsh thought it would be a nice surprise to take the boys on his day off.  We didn't tell them where we were going... they just got in the car and the next thing they knew they were at Disneyland.  The first ride we went on was Star Tours.  Noah loved it.  Micah not so much.  We did the usual rides and activities (both boys got chosen for the Jedi Training Show) and we also went to the Iron Man exhibit which Noah loved.  It was a nice day... we took our time, the boys napped on the train while we circled Disneyland in the afternoon, and we were done by 7:30 PM.  When will we come back???

LA Zoo

Our first day of summer vacation and we headed to the zoo with preschool friends.  Noah and Micah really enjoyed checking out all the animals, especially the alligator.  When will we head back???

Camping

After the Baseball Trophy Ceremony, we made our way back to Leo Carillo for an end of the year camping trip with Micah's preschool class.  There were over 25 kids running around, riding scooters, playing games, and of course eating s'mores.  The boys really enjoy camping with their friends and I have to say, it's really nice when the kids wake up the next morning and just start playing with one another.  When will we go camping again???

Dodger Blue

Noah finished the baseball season on a high note.  He was considered a switch hitter because he could bat both left and right.  His Coach was amazing because he taught the kids the basics, technique, fair play, and love for the game.  The end of the season party was at Pitfire Pizza and the kids really enjoyed themselves.  Here is Coach Anthony and Noah... will Noah play next season and get him as a Coach again???

Goodbye Green Cluster

Today was Noah's very last day of kindergarten (here he is with one of his teachers).  He had such an amazing time in Green Cluster.  He had the most experienced, loving, and fun teachers that anyone could ask for.  When I think about Noah's time in class, I will always remember him on the floor with various building blocks, at the table working on a math packet, reading with Kim, and writing with Cathy, and how he loved to play handball.  Will Micah have as much fun in Green Cluster???

Hot Chachacha

Every Thursday there are free tickets to the Skirball to explore the Noah's Ark exhibit. The tickets also included access to Gary Baseman's exhibit, "The Door is Always Open." He has created a bunch of characters (his best known is Toby) and the one character that Micah gravitated to was Hot Chachacha, the devil who steals angels' halos.  Why, Micah, why???

Mommy-Date

 

Micah has been waiting a very long time to go on a Mommy Date and he chose to go to the Santa Monica Pier to ride the rollercoaster.  I played a game and won a Despicable Me Minion for him!  It took me two tries to win this stuffed toy but it was all worth it when he said, "Thank you Mommy for Spickel-Me-Dickel-Me."  Afterwards, we walked to Soda Jerks where he enjoyed a scoop of mint chip ice-cream.  It was nice to spend the morning with him while Noah was in school.  Now that Micah will be heading into kindergarten I know that we will not have the luxury of skipping school or arriving late (like we can in preschool).  When will we go on our next date???

Happy Graduation

Micah's preschool graduation was very sweet.  The children were dressed in cap and gown and received a diploma from their teacher, Cynthia.  The graduation was held at a friend's backyard and the graduating parents hosted a California beach themed party with delicious salads, sandwiches, and dessert.  Micah had a wonderful time playing with his buddies.  It is bittersweet because we are saying goodbye to a great community of parents and I am just thankful that we were able to develop the friendships that we did.  What will Micah think of Open School???