Natalie and Tyler helped Auntie Tul with the babies last night while David and Uncle J went to Costco to try to buy a couch. Nat really enjoys handling the babies. (It’s in the genes!)

Today was the first day back at school. It really felt like the shortest summer break ever. We didn’t get to do nearly all the fun stuff we wanted to! The kids were excited to go back to school and see their friends and teachers. Both got haircuts over the weekend and we started the first day with new backpacks, new clothes, and new school supplies!

I already can’t wait for next summer break!

Yes this was us last night at Tomi Sushi and Seafood Buffet. Auntie Diana, Uncle Barry, Grace, Meliya, Uncle Steven, Auntie Kitty, and Hunter drove up from LA on Friday night and we were joined by Uncle J, Auntie Tul, the twins, Don, and Bruce. We ate so much food!

Earlier in the day we took the kids to Roaring Camp Railroads and rode the train to Santa Cruz. We spent the afternoon on the beach and enjoyed pizza and snacks and the kids had fun playing in the sand.

David’s company had their annual company picnic today at Saratoga Springs park. Seems like fewer and fewer companies are having summer picnics.

There was a lot of food! The BBQ chicken was particularly good, even Natalie liked it. She had 3 legs!

After lunch, the kids went to the petting zoo and got to pet a bunny, peacock, and some chickens. Tyler had fun on the slides and Nat got a tattoo and Ariel balloon.

Here’s another first…

Tonight we went to watch a movie in the park at Cambrian Community Center. They showed “How To Train a Dragon.” We met the Bradley’s there and had a picnic before the movie. There was free popcorn and the kids shared a bag of cotton candy. When the movie started we got cozy with our blankets to stay warm. The movie was good!