California Academy of Sciences

We took a trip to the new Cal Academy of Sciences today. What a fun place! We had heard that lines could be long but thankfully we got right in. There are tons of things to do and see. I think we all enjoyed walking through the rain forest best! There were butterflies everywhere and Tyler even reached out and grabbed one in mid air. We quickly urged him to let it go of course!

Tyler was entranced with the Aquarium

This was inside the rain forest, I think they were looking at the creatures that live there

Right before he snatched a butterfly out of the air

Of course if there is a place for my boys to be silly they will find it!

A's Game

We took in an A's game on Friday night with the Murios. It was so fun! My Auntie had a special deal through her work where we got an all you can eat BBQ dinner, our entrance to the game and the fireworks show - WOW! The boys had such a great time eating cotton candy, churros, ice cream and more. This was the first baseball game for both and they really enjoyed themselves for the entire 9 innings! The fireworks show was amazing. We were ushered down to the field where we sat on the green and watched the fireworks while the old school tunes played in the background. I think we all would agree it was a great night out!

Do you see the green cotton candy? Tyler made me walk around the entire stadium looking for this, wouldn't you know as soon as I left to get it - the concession guy came to our section!Justin, Aidan, and Tyler - 3 musketeers

I love those smiles

These fireworks were beautiful!

And it's off!

The boys chopped off all their hair! Well, they didn't chop it, their fabulous stylist Marcia did the cutting. She actually cut it too, carefully, precisely, with such precision. Aidan didn't care too much about the style, mostly wanted it to be short and spiky. Tyler on the other hand had very specific requests - it needed to be a Mohawk. We went with a Fauxhawk, which is much cuter and more stylish I think. They were almost unrecognizable except for their extreme handsomeness, that hasn't changed a bit!

When I look at this long hair, I miss it...

I don't know what's up with that face, but this new do is so much easier, and he's so happy to not be mistaken for a girl! That only happened because he is so darn pretty!

There's the boy of many faces...

My Mohawk boy! He loves to make the hair stick up, he's forever pulling it up with his hands.

Endless Summer Fun

Our summer vacation is in full swing, and according to Tyler if it's a summer day then we should be swimming! We took a trip to San Ramon to visit with the McDonalds and the Kwons and use their "almost" private pool. Aidan and Tyler and my adopted son Justin had a great day. I think out of the 5 hours we spent there they were out of the water a total of 30 minutes. By the end of the day they were tan, hungry and TIRED! It was another perfect summer day.

Trying to catch the football while jumping into the pool

Chillin' in the shade munchin' on a snack

Boys Weekend

Last weekend I got to escape for a few days for a much needed girls BFF weekend getaway. We went to San Diego and had too much fun! Lots of shopping, drinking, and girl time. While I was away the boys had quality time with their daddy. Well, they spent one night with their Lola but then the rest was all guy, all the time! Han broke out the photo equipment and set up a make shift studio in our living room. The boys were his subjects after much bribing. They were good sports but Han told me later he had to take them to Wal Mart at 9pm to get their promised treats (ended up with yo-yos). Check out some of their shots!

I love this face, Tyler is famous for his adorable faces- such a jokester

Aidan - very zen, very handsome

My cutest boys on the block

Hey, how did the photographer get in there?
What a great photographer and daddy at that!

Aidan's First Day of Summer

We wanted to spend Aidan's first day of summer with him and him alone. As a way to celebrate his completion of 1st grade we decided to take a mommy/daddy/Aidan day. Don't worry Tyler was at Tia's house so he's happy too. Aidan has been wanting to rock climb ever since his first taste of it during Book Bucks Week. So, we headed over to City Beach. He was a little scared at first but he kept trying and trying. After a couple of attempts he finally made it to the top and rang the bell not once but twice! It was so cute to watch him concentrate, calf muscles bulging and full on sweat forming on his brow. This rock climbing is serious business you know!



In our backyard we discovered 2 baby birds that had fallen out of their nest. Han, Aidan, and even Haley went out to investigate. Lucky for the birds, Haley was probably more afraid of them than them of her. They don't have their wing feathers in yet so they can't fly. Their mother corralled them to a bush for protection. We are keeping a watchful eye on them.

Last Day of School!

Aidan completed 1st grade today! His teacher was awesome, Aidan is already missing her, yeah he's sentimental like that. They performed a few plays today (Aidan was a bunny) and a fun dance to Kool and the Gang's "Celebration" that they choreographed all on their own for the parents - so cool! First thing on the list of Aidan's Summer to do's? Nintendo DS! Ugh, that thing will be the death of me... but he is so good about not playing it during the week that I thought it a nice treat for his first official summer time activity!

Aidan, the bunny (costume courtesy of Han's bunny costume...don't ask)

Aidan and Friends, Tyler found his way in to the mix as well

Aidan and his favorite 1st grade teacher!

Graduation - Finally

I celebrated my graduation this weekend, yippee. It was a great day! Han made sure that the party would be one to remember, he did not let me down! The backyard was magical with the lights and lanterns twinkling. The food was delicious thanks to mommy, Cat, and of course the Hubs. The guests were heaven sent and I am truly the luckiest girl around! A question I heard lots that night? "What will you do now with your newly acquired degree?" My response, "I am now a highly qualified 3rd grade teacher!" :o)

A few of my sexy friends...

A few more...Han giving a very sweet speech, thank you love!

Until Next Year...

The T-Ball season came to a close yesterday, June 6th. I must say I am sad to see it go. We played our last game against the Thunder and our boys played great! After the game we had our end of the season party filled with pizza, cake, endless amounts of quarters for the video games and vending machines and, oh yeah... trophies! And to think we almost didn't sign Aidan up to play... can't wait for next season!

Justin and Aidan cheesin' it up in the dugout

What form!

Coach Mike, Coach Dave, and Coach Daddy

Aren't these bobble head trophies the cutest? Even Han got one for being the "ENFORCER"!

Holy Hydrangeas

I just love, love, love when my hydrangeas come into bloom. Over the past week, I've watched the little blossoms grow into these beauties. I plan on cutting them and putting them into a cute vase for all of us to enjoy!

Look how many more are still going to bloom! I can't wait!

My Professional Dog Walker

Last night we took Haley for a walk around the neighborhood. Tyler has been declared our own professional dog walker. He knows how to hold the leash and can often be heard saying "heel!" and "good girl!" He's very proud of his new title - simply adorable!