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A day after beach camping we cleaned ourselves up and headed down to San Diego for Comic-C0n 2010. We parked near the airport and took the trolley which drops you off right in front of the convention center, so nice..
We made our way through all the booths, and the kids faves to see all the new Leg0 and H@sbro toys coming out this fall, a chance to play games that haven't yet been released, check out new movies coming out, and get tons of freebies. Plus who doesn't love hundreds of crazy people dressed up as their favorite movie/comic book character?
We took the trolley down two stops and enjoyed lunch at Kansas City BBQ. Evidently this is where the wild bar scene from TopGun was filmed in 1985, wow do I feel old, I love that movie, a classic. The food was delish, and prepared us to finish up at the Con. The boys each spent their money, and some of ours on toys and memorabilia, and we got out right before closing.
Afterwards we took the trolley back to the car, dropped off Dave at the airport to make another trek to WA (this time he found us a house) and made our way back to Grandma & Grandpa's to pick up Miss. Natalie.
(sorry for yet another crazy collage)
Last week (yes, I'm a little behind) we were joined by family from Utah as we enjoyed a week of beach camping in Carlsbad. Although the weather was cloudy and sometimes gloomy (as it has been most of the summer here!) we had a great time, cousins for the kiddos to play with, cooking outdoors, beach all day, and great company.
For more beach camping 2010 pics, click here
Last night my sweet hubby got into Seattle after midninght due to flight delays, but before heading to work early this morning, he met with a lady to look at a house.
It was a bust..not the one for us.
He drove to work, and I busily started my search, maybe just maybe he could look at a few more while he was up there (WA), we're hoping to move in a month!!
I found another one, and on his way from one campus to another he stopped by and checked it out.
but, in my constant searching I had found yet another one, this one, was it.
He called back to report on the house, and I could tell it was already blah, I interrupted, and exclaimed that I had found it, the one.
It was only a few minutes away, and on his way, so why not..
I had already seen the 15 or so pictures on the listing..
So when he called back and said "We're done", I knew we were, and we had a place.
The pieces of the puzzle are starting to fall into place...
Our new city of residence Bellevue, Washington, and here's a peek...
(and only 8 minutes away from Trader Joes, Costco, Target, Old Navy, and Nordstrom Rack..YAY!!!)
Let every mother realize that she has no greater blessing than the children who have come to her as a gift from the Almighty; that she has no greater mission than to rear them in light and truth, in understanding and love; that she will have no greater happiness than to see them grow into young men and women who respect principles of virtue, who walk free from the stain of immorality and from the shame of delinquency....I remind mothers everywhere of the sanctity of your calling. No other can adequately take your place. No responsibility is greater, no obligation more binding than that you rear in love and peace and integrity those whom you have brought into the world.
Gordon B. Hinckley
October 1993
Natalie is in the habit lately of changing her clothes several times a day. This afternoon she surprised us with a new outfit, that just had to be shared. It was mostly in the styling of the outfit that we especially loved.
Now you will note that she is completely color coordinated (it does help that I put her clothes away in actaul outfits, rather than tops, bottoms, etc.)
However, the extra matching layer was all her, and she dug out the headband that matches as well from her hair stuff.
Extra credit of course for the styling of the headband, which she really liked this way.. :)
eight sandy feet will become eight muddy feet this fall..
Yes, you read that right!! We are moving all of our belongings, our four crazy kiddos, and the dog to the land of rain, and everything green!!
We always knew a change was in store for our family, just never quite what it was. And as things always seem to go with our family, this happened really fast.
We have thought many times to put down roots here in Cali, and every time we looked, it was never right. We have been patient, knowing that our time would come, and just as many things do, the answer to our prayers wasn't quite what we expected.
Last August we made a trip to Washington, following the California and Oregon coastlines. The kids feel in love, and so did we, but everything hadn't lined up yet. We entered another school year, and fell back into our normal routine. We even looked yet again at houses here, only to hear the resounding "no, this isn't right" in our hearts. By early spring of this year we were thinking again of Washington, and if we could make it work, and when. We set a goal for June of 2011, on our recent trip home from Utah.
A few days later Dave left for yet another work trip up to guess where, WA!! He casually mentioned that we were still interested in relocating, and by the next week he was home meeting with important people and they all agreed that it was best for him to move up. They asked if we were thinking June, and Dave piped in that our kids were still in school, but that we could probably move by the end of summer. So June of 2011, has become August of 2010. I know this is right, and that it is a great opportunity. We are excited for the change, and for the possibilities for our family.
I'm so grateful for the tender mercies that we have enjoyed, and for listening when the answer was no, but preparing and being ready for when the answer was yes.
Daniel started Cub Scout Day Camp this week, and although at first he was hesitant and uninterested in going, he came home Monday afternoon so excited, and full of stories to tell. He did everything from archery to shooting, to tomahawk throwing, and of course crafts. The Marines (camp was on base) drove up the tanks and they were able to play on top of them, and inside them...he couldn't wait for the rest of the week.
Tuesday I went to Vista to visit my bestie Trish. Even though the weather was gloomy and cool, we had a great time just talking while the kiddos played. We have such an amazing friendship that can be picked up at anytime and it's just as we left it. It was so easy and fun!! Can't wait for the sun to come out and share some beach days with them soon!!
Wednesday found me deep into my first summertime project, the dining room table. After lots of wood putty, sanding, and several coats of paint, lets just say I still have a long way to go!! Hoping to finish it up this weekend...
Thursday the kiddos and I joined Daniel at camp. The little ones went into the tot lot, while I was ad adult volunteer with his group. My Dad also joined us which was fun for Daniel. We were first treated to exotic animals, and even the actual monkey that was in Pirates of the Caribbean. After that we did some tomahawk throwing, and I even tried it, and got one to stick..woo hoo. After lunch with grandpa we said our goodbyes and I took the little ones back to their area. We then did obstacle courses, learned survival skills, had the option to eat grubs and crickets, and learn how to trap animals and make shelters. I was exhausted by the end of the day, and needed a good nights sleep to put in another day on Friday as a volunteer.
Friday morning I was awoken by Daniel in the bathroom. He had caught the bug that has made it's way through most of our troop. Wasn't thinking this is how the week would end, but on the flip side, I have a full nights rest, a sick kiddo, a whole house to clean, and a table to tackle.. I'm kind of looking forward to getting a lot accomplished today..wish me luck!!
