Two cuties

I love watching these two interact during the day.  This isn't the first time that James has helped Ruth pick out her outfit, complete with a bow.  I think Ruth loves James for it.

Mini-Vacation

Joseph and I took a much needed two night vacation to La Jolla, CA this weekend (just about one hour south of us).  We the toured the town, visited the San Diego temple, and sampled lots of food (due to a pregnant lady that needs to constantly eat!).  It was especially nice to have two nights in a spacious king-size bed and have the option to sleep in as late as we wanted.  

This picture is taken from the glider-port at Torrey Pines.  While there, we enjoyed sandwiches while we watched gliders take off and land across the cliffs.  Pretty impressive.  We even caught a glimpse of a whale off shore.

I took this picture with my kids in mind.  Who needs sea world when they can see all the seals they want in downtown La Jolla?

Since my legs aren't privy to lots of standing and walking these days, we spend a lot of time sitting and enjoying the ocean views.  This is another seal beach

Lots of babies and mommies.  Funny to see the relationship between the them.  Some babies obediently followed their moms, while others would take off repeatedly by themselves in the ocean, only to be promptly brought back to the sand by their moms... definitely reminded me of the personalities of my own children.

Nice to have a little R&R before life gets busy again.  Just as we are transitioning out of diapers, cribs, and strollers, we will be right back into them again.  We are looking forward it though, and beginning to get anxious to meet the next little member of our family.

Demolition time

Instead of tossing Joseph's old laptop, we decided to hand it over to the kids.  In about 24 hours, it was completely demolished.  The boys loved this activity, including daddy!  $100 goes to whoever can put it back together!

Good morning, bright eyes!  To this expression, Ruth would reply, "I am not bright eyes.  My name is Ruth!"

March Randoms

James had his first visit to the dentist this month.  He was SOO excited... I couldn't figure out how my timid toddler turned into the confident little patient.  We were a big fan of the hygienist who said, "open up those CROCODILE teeth" and even gave James a blue toothbrush!  

March is one of my favorite months in Callifornia: green, warm, and no bugs.  One day, it was warm enough to enjoy the sunset at the beach.

Can you blame me for being in love with this little face?