This was the highlight of the week

I know, I'm a slacker. I just have not felt like blogging. Spring break seems so long ago now. This was a very fun day though, so I felt obligated to document.
We got started late, Tyler needed to check the tires and found a nail in one and ended up getting all new tires on the van. It was nice though, a relaxing morning with some lego building. When we got to the beach our first stop was some shopping in Pismo, Micah got a sword and Jacob, Ben and Peyton each got a webkin (50% off, SCORE!) I got this picture walking behind them, I thought it was too cute.
We were all starving so we got some $5 subway sandwiches and headed to the park in shell beach. It was pretty cold and very windy but fun, and beautiful!

We all flew kites, all of us with the exception of Miss P. She wanted to, but every time I put it in her hands she freaked out when it pulled her and she let it go. I wish the wind would get as good here, we loved flying our kites.

When we had enough of the kites we played.

After the park we headed down to the water and sand at Avila, another favorite spot. I left the camera in the car. The kids were disappointed that I didn't pack suits or towels, but I did that on purpose. I didn't want to deal with the mess. Little did I know that the freezing water, wind and lack of swimming attire or towels would deter the boys from going in the ocean. I guess I occassionally forget what it's like to be a kid! Peyton had fun sitting on the sand with me and collecting some rocks. Everytime the water would wash up too close she would scream and run, she really didn't want the water to touch her at all. I love that girl.

We will definately be making more trips to the beach this summer with our kites in tow, and maybe or suits too!

Are we only on day 3?

Wednesday morning Nana Paula and Aunt Mo and Dustin met us all at Build-a-Bear where Nana let the kids pick out new clothes for their build a bear's (or monkey or puppy) and spent WAY too much money. Thank you though Mom, they love getting new stuff for their build a bear's. I wish I would have gotten a picture of them with Nana before they left, oh well.
We got to enjoy the crazy weather outside and finally sent off Micah's rocket that the Linford's got him for his birthday at least over a year ago.

Peyton with Maddie Monkey dressed in the new clothes, ready for spring.

Here they are, the whole gang with their new clothes, and yes, guitars for the military attired bears.

Wednesday also brought us Ben's first dentist appt. Yes, his first, my bad. With so many of us I just assumed he was in the mix at some point, I was wrong. He has been very excited to get his teeth cleaned and did a fantastic job. They only had double films left and they let us take home his duplicate x-rays for the scrapbook. I love our dentist's and their entire staff, awesome office, seriously.

He really was more excited than he looks.

They got us back right away and were very quick, as we had a show to catch at the $3 theater, The Spy Next Door with Jackie Chan. It was alright, I almost fell asleep once or twice, but more importantly, the kids really liked it and there was only one part that was slightly inappropriate. The kids had a late lunch of candy at the theater and we picked up 89 cent 5 layer burritos or nachos at Taco Bell for dinner. Aren't I a good mom? When we were eating one of the kids pointed out that we never had lunch..."AHEM?! What did you think all that candy was at the movies? A snack? We never eat that much just for a snack!"

Day 2, bowling, 99 cent, Hometown

I figured bowling would be an acceptable outing after my trauma of the day before and I was determined not to let my kidney stone ruin our vacation.
Ben only used this thing for the first few frames.

Micah's form

I thought I'd actually allow a photo of myself this time, I really was there.

Micah, waiting his turn.

I'm trying to get more creative with my picture taking and trying new angles.

Peyton really loved bowling and was very cute, she got the 2nd highest score next to Tyler.

Jacob I'm sure this is exactly like the pros do it.

All 4 in one picture, all looking, I love it.

Don't think you're getting a nap today P, too much left to do...we went to the 99 cent store and then to Hometown Buffet, yep. Ty actually took us to his least favorite restaurant. I think it was the only meal I kept down all week, ironically.