Last week our family headed to Newport for a little Romney reunion. For Marci's birthday, Rick planned for all the kids and grandkids to get together at their timeshare in Newport Beach. It was great timing since we were all going through Romney withdrawls--it had been too long.
We truly had the greatest time. We barely saw the kids because they were so enthralled with eachother (especially Jace and Chaz!!) and all the adults were able to talk and eat and play--what's better than that?
The first day, we hung around the Marriott; it had a putting green, tons of pools, basketball court, a kid's area, a playground--it was perfect! The second day we watched conference, then went on a little boat cruise around Balboa Island. We stopped at sunset to walk on the beach and came upon a sand castle contest. So fun. Monday was Marci's birthday, and she wanted to give us all presents for HER birthday. The boys golfed in the morning while the girls had spa treatments, then we headed to Teddy Bears and Teacups for Marci's afternoon tea birthday party. Does it get any more fun than that? The kids had a blast, except Parker who was a bit worn out and slept on a pink chair the entire party. When we got home we had cake and presents--the day was a huge success.
Tuesday came much too soon. We went to breakfast, a little shopping, then the beach which was almost completely deserted and gorgeous. We found sea anemones and clam shells, climbed rocks and had an amazing time. We went back to the pool where Mimi and Papa took the kids swimming (Mimi was in the water playing shark!!!!) while the rest of us got packed up. After a yummy dinner it was time for us to go. We weren't ready yet, but it's nice to leave when you feel that way. The drive home was fine--except that James had an ear infection and woke up every 20 minutes, but it wasn't too bad. When we woke the next morning Jace said, "I want to go back!!!" I think we all felt that way. Thanks Mimi and Papa for a fabulous week!
12 comments:
YOUR boys are SOOO darn cute!!! they have the MOST precious faces ever!!! i love the one in the HUGGIES box!
AlSO, you look AMAZING as always! you guys are the cutest family! i love it!
FUN FUN FUN FUN!!
You guys look like you have the FUNNEST vacations! You are such a good mommy to handle three little boys while traveling. They look like they had the best time!
You guys have the funnest life. Seriously.
Looks like so much fun! I'm jealous!
What a fun trip! You guys are such a cute family & do so many fun things together. I love all the pictures!
We were there the same time as you guys! After the Marathon we headed down to stay at my parent's place for the week. We also went to the sandcastle contest on Sunday. . .must have just missed you. We did the Balboa boat ride a day or two later too. How funny! Sounds like you had a great time. Would have been fun to run into your family. Maybe next time.
Max and Sophie laughed really hard when they saw the picture of James in the diaper box. I'm glad you had such a great time. You look stunningly gorgeous in the pictures, as always. We still miss you, and tell Mike that we will always wish you were on our date nights with us rather than new friends!
Oh how jealous I am right now. I love your pictures. It looks so fun. You look amazing by the way.
How fun! Although I am glad you are back so I can read your new posts!
I wish I were the type of person to give others presents on my birthday. I think I'm too selfish...I want them all for myself.
You are making me miss Cali in a major way! SOunds like you guys had such a blast. Love the pictures- Brooke, you look so skinny! You guys have been traveling a lot lately! Fun to hear about it.
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