Welcome to the world

We love our new baby cousin!

Evan
7 lbs 4 ounces
20 1/4 inches

Santa Cruzin'

Every moment of our trip to Santa Cruz is worth documenting (with the exception of a few melt downs from child #3)!

We arrived in Cali, and hit the ground running...

after we ate at IN and Out Burger!

Next stop, The Boardwalk. Ella saw the boardwalk and said, "Is this a big party momma?"



Corn dog in one hand, ice cream cone in the other. Ella had to have the full boardwalk experience.

At the beach collecting sea glass and shells.

On our way to Monterey, we pulled off the side of the road to admire some lazy Sea Lions and Otters

Lunch at Bubba's after a fun time at the aquarium.

Down Highway 1 to Pfeiffer Beach. It was breathtaking!!!

We found many ocean creatures


Another day and another beautiful beach

Pure Joy!

Redwoods

Thank you Dad and Mom for showing us your California home. You are both extraordinary missionaries and a blessing to our family! We love you sooooo much!

Good bye Santa Cruz!

Olympic Enthusiast

Grace is in the know when it comes to Olympic talk. Especially when it comes to Speed Skating. She really really really likes Apolo, but her favorite Olympian this year was Jordan Malone.
Jordan attended her elementary school long ago. Gracie's class made posters to show their support. It ended up in the local paper and on the news.

Last night, Grace was able to meet Jordan. She wore her Jordan Malone t-shirt which she purchased with her own money ($20.00 in quarters :). She got to hold his bronze medal. It was a memorable night for Grace!

It's not everyday that you get to meet an Olympian!