Monterey Bay Aquarium Day trip-Wilsteads 2010

The day was picturesque. I bought a Granparents pass last April. We could visit again with no extra charge. Clarissa drove Damon's company car so it was a fun, cheap trip. We were celebrating Clarissa's 29th birthday.

Clarissa is holding Isla Belle (6 months) while Kaela (standing) and Ava (sitting) looks out into the ocean.

This is our second trip to the Aquirium. We went last April. The girls love the feeesh (Ava's pronunciation).

Ava and Kaela look out to see the otters.

Kaela asked Ava to get off her. Ava reports, "No, I not done." She was resting on a comfortable spot.

Isla Belle is always smiling. She is an easy baby.

Lunch at our favorite restaurant was a great treat.

After Christmas 2009- Texas

We had a great visit with the Texans. Jarod gave all of us Harley attire.

First we had to open presents. I made the dress for Carly and matching vests for the boys. We made the annual trip to JC Penney for the family portrait.

Visiting the Alamo with Mieka and Tony was just one activity.

San Antonio temple grounds were intriguing for the little ones. The pool outside the front entrance held their interest. (No one feel in.) Megan and Jarod were teaching them to look but not to touch and remember to be reverent because we were on sacred ground. I feel blessed to be able to witness such fine parenting.

Papa Steve

brought balsa wood airplanes from California for all of us to play with.

We went to Zelpher park and rode the train.

We played and played and played.

I think Josh loved the planes the best!!!

Josh is enjoying famous Amy's ice cream while holding his airplane.

Aunt Jana and Aunt Elle went with us. (Not shown is Aunt Lydia, she's busy taking pictures.)

Eating pizza is a must especially when we're sporting Harley- "Screw it, Let's ride" t-shirts.

The trip went tooooo fast. We had such a wonderful time. We just hate saying goodbye.