Beach Fun

We thought that the kids wouldn't be that interested in going into the water at Santa Monica pier. It was about 70 degrees and much cooler then in July when we were in Oceanside but kids and water definitely do mix.

The Princess reigns!

Aubrey ruled her kingdom with all the princesses of Disneyland coming to court. The only one she isn't too sure of is Mulan. Keri - you better start coming around more so she can get use to the features...

Thanksgiving in Phoenix

We had a great time visiting Stu and Jo and their family after Disneyland. Aubrey kept referring to their house as "Indiana Jones house" - I think Disneyland may have been fresh on her mind. JoAnn was a little nervous about preparing the whole Thanksgiving meal - but she had no reason to be. Everything turned out wonderfully. We all pitched in and had great food.

On Friday evening we met up w/ Dave's uncles and aunt who were at his Uncle Kent's house in Gilbert and we went to Organ Stop Pizza for some food and fun. Aubrey got really nervous of the scary music and ran to Grandpa for him to hold her. We were greeted by the protesters when we went to the Mesa temple to see the lights - not realizing that it was the first night they lit them so we fought the crowds but enjoyed warmer weather then we are used to when seeing temple lights. The kids had a great time spending time w/ cousins. Ethan will sure miss Brighton when he leaves on his mission. Can't wait to hear where his call is!