While in Cali, our time was fully dedicated to hanging out at the beach. After much patience and some gloomy weather the sun eventually came out to play!!!! Other than being beach bums, Ryan and I kept very busy hanging with family, celebrating birthdays, entertaining visitors, and seeing friends.
We spent lots of time with Micah and Jade watching movies, swimming at the pool, and chilling at the beach. These kids are great cleaners. They helped me hang my clothes, do laundry, and even wash and detail our cars.
Jared and Mary visited from Arizona. Mary is expecting a baby so we had fun window shopping for baby stuff. The guys could only handle so much shopping before they planted themselves on the "HUSBANDS BENCH" outside.
We had a bbq with Curt and Kim and Jared's brother and wife. That night was definitely memorable as we suited up for a nice soak in the hot jacuzzi. We were shocked when we jumped into a luke warm, not working hot tub. Don't worry we still had a great night sipping bubbly (sparkling cider) in the luke warm water.
(Our ping pong tournament was off the hook)
Hilary and Lea came for a visit. We hit up the beautiful OC beaches and shops. Then we headed up to L.A. for the Hollywood experience. We ate lunch at the Ivy, but didn't catch any celebs :( However, we did go to the taping of the Jay Leno Show where we saw Jennifer Love Hewitt. We also went down to San Diego. We had lunch in Historic Old Town and it was the NASTIEST MEXICAN meal I've ever eaten. Thanks for the suggestion Rachel Ray. haha. Coronado, La Jolla, and the Gas Lamp District made up for our nasty meal. Overall, their favorite part of the trip was Balboa Island in Newport Beach.
When I picked Lea and Hilary up from the airport, I had to laugh, little Lea had a huge suitcase that could have fit at least a months worth of clothing for her FOUR day stay. Got to love this girl. Texas girls get dolled up for every occasion including the beach. Notice the Southern California style rubbed of on me. I am wearing jean shorts and a tank top to the beach, while they are wearing adorable sun dresses and hats. I'm glad they were able to make it out and see what I've called home over the last the last 3 1/2 years.
Colie came in town for a couple of weeks. I got to go boating with she and her friends. After a thrilling boat ride we went to dinner with a big group.
If you have been to Diddy Riese, you know how long the line can be. The girl in the orange sweater didn't want to wait in the line. When we got to the front she offered to buy our ice cream cookie sandwiches if we would order her something. We agreed, and 10 of us got free dessert compliments of her. I don't think she realized how large our group was.
Kim is a flight attendant and happened to be flying through LAX on her birthday. We were lucky enough to celebrate with her. We made her breakfast in bed and had Texas Sheet Cake before she had to take off for her next trip. I'm happy she had family to spend the day with. There is nothing worse than being all alone on your birthday.
(Jade has a mega sweet tooth, just like her Aunt Brittany.)
The US Surf Open is in Huntington Beach and we took part in the mad house this year. Ryan and I had a blast at the Weezer concert right on the beach.
2 comments:
Britt! Hey, it's Sally Osborne. I just checked this blog out cause you posted it on Facebook. Looks like you're doing awesome! It's great to see you and what you've been up to.
So...I was totally at this concert! I live in Long Beach and me and my whole fam were there! Pretty crazy.
Hey Sally! I am shocked I didn't run into you at the concert. It wasn't even crowded or anything. haha.
How long have you been in Long Beach. I wish I would have known. We were living in Orange County the last 3.5 years. We should have met up.
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