Have fun. Stay in the boat.

While my entire trip to CA was jam-packed full of fun seeing friend after friend, my favorite part was spending time with my family and extended family.

As you probably know from previous posts, this trip I spent three wonderful days with my CA nieces and nephews! LOVE THEM.

The best day of the trip was easily Great America. I'm a big fan of roller coasters, pointless games you can't win (for stuffed animals you don't even want), and food. Particularly the kind you can score at Amusement Parks: Corn dogs, Icees, funnel cake, soft serve, french fries, etc. Mmmmm.....

Here are a few highlights:

Everybody (minus photographer Super Mom Val):

Hannah (twin Hayley was home grounded :( ), Me, Danny, Amaya, Mia, Emily

Danny's first time on "Drop Zone"!

We caught some MAJOR air. They weren't kidding when they said "stay in the boat". Which we almost didn't...but did! AAAHHHHHH!!!!!!

Snuggles on Demand

The first time I met Mia was at this same spot exactly 5yrs ago! *sniff*
A lot can change in 5 yrs, but never the bond I have with the "Phat Baby"

Sunshine and Smiles make the world go round

Zonked out. Until next time....