Wow! I cannot believe how fast the time goes once the month of December hits! I have to catch up on my blogging! Steve and I were able to go to California to spend Thanksgiving with our families for the first time in a few years---it was wonderful! The first couple days we were there we had fun spending time with Steve's parents going to Knott's Berry Farm, and seeing "A Christmas Carol" at the IMAX. On Thanksgivng day my family drove up to Steve's parents home and we all had Thanksgiving dinner together. It was so much fun being with everyone! We had a big slumber party that night with everyone and the next morning we all drove up to the Horne's cabin in Lake Arrowhead to enjoy some time in the mountains. It was so pretty! Friday night we spent playing games and watching Christmas movies. The next morning we woke up to a winter wonderland. Overnight, it had snowed and everything was covered! We were so surprised and excited! Seeing all the pine trees and everything with snow looked so beautiful! We went out and played in it before going to a yummy breakfast at Belgian Waffle Works and walking around the Arrowhead Village.
Saturday night we drove to San Diego to see my parents new house and to be there for my Mom's birthday the next day! Sunday morning Steve, Danny, his girlfriend Jaime, my dad and me all made my mom a surprise birthday breakfast of crepes, sausage, eggs and OJ. She loved it! It was fun to spend the day with her and celebrate!
Monday morning Mom and I went to Canterbury Gardens--one of our favorite "girl" Christmas traditions! We enjoyed looking at all the decorated trees and lights and picking out an ornament. I especially loved the Christmas elves ornaments! Monday afternoon we drove to La Jolla and spent the afternoon at Wind & Sea Beach exploring the beach caves and watching the surfers and the seagulls. We took mom out to El Pescador Fish Market for a "day-after" birthday lunch! It was delicious food and I enjoyed every minute of being with my family. It was such a wonderful trip. We had so much fun being with everyone. I can't help but reflect on the many blessings I have been showered with my whole life. I truly have so much to be thankful for--
As, always there is never enough time to see all our friends in Cali. We love you and miss you lots and hope to get together soon!! Hope everyone had a great Turkey Day! Happy Christmas season to you!!
2 comments:
What a fun trip to California. You got a good mix of weather. Lake Arrowhead covered in snow looked beautiful and I got a little jealous seeing the pictures from La Jolla. I'm glad you and Steve were able to spend time with both of your families for Thanksgiving.
Hey Christy!! Ohhh, I'm so jealous...the beach looks just divine. I miss it!!! :O( I'm glad you got to see your family and spend time in Cali. Hope you have a great holiday. Merry Christmas!!
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