The City by the Bay. I miss it already.

I wish I could explain to you just how much freakin' fun our trip to San Francisco was. The weather was perfect, our Hotel was lovely, our flight was easy...it was really just perfect. It was a great escape from regular life, and I don't think either one of us thought of cancer once. A much needed break! We tried to squeeze as much action as we could into our short little trip. We did the wharf, Union Square, Golden Gate Park, Haight/Ashbury, North Beach, China town, Little Italy, Lombard Street, the Aquarium, and yes, we rode the trolleys. Now forgive me for the many pictures to follow. I want to document the trip so next time I want to go, I can remind Travis of how much fun we had...

And forgive me for all the really ugly pics of us. We used the old stick you arm out in front of you to take most of these, and that method never really works to well. ;0

Here we are in Union Square. It was just a few blocks from our awesome Hotel. My mouth was watering at all the amazing stores there. They have everything from Chanel (where you can window shop only) to H&M (where I spent some b-day money.) I was missing my mom and sisters.... some day we must take a shopping trip there.

Our first Trolley trip was to China town. I thought I would love a trolley ride, turns out it's just really crowded and really annoying. But it was an easy way to get around. Notice I'm wearing a jacket? The weather was sooo much cooler than the dry 100 degree crap we have around here. I welcomed it!This is right on Grant Street in China town. I loved the fire escapes with the painting and the little Chinese woman hanging her laundry out to dry. After browsing through China town we walked through North Beach and found the best restaurant ever in Little Italy. I don't think I've ever seen Travis quite so full. He couldn't stop eating the hand made pasta. Can you tell we are full? And let's not talk about what a terrible picture of me that is....

I was all excited to pass by the famed City Lights Bookstore. It was full of book lovers and plenty of people were outside taking pics. This was one of my favorite things we did on the trip. Sat on a bench and watched the sun set over the bridge. It was beautiful, and totally peaceful.

Giaradelli Square. I thought this place was actually pretty lame, but the ice-cream was delicious.

Alcatraz.

The Aquarium. We had a great time here. The under water tunnels were awesome. We saw all sorts of fish, and they had a tunnel full of sharks.

Golden Gate Park. It was beautiful here, but huge. It would have taken us all day to walk through everything. We saw the carousal, the Japanese Tea Gardens, and the flower conservatory. All was beautiful. We exited the park On Haight Street, and saw all the hippies trying to relive 69'. Young and old. It was a bit pathetic if you ask me.... Below is me at the corner of Haight/Ashbury. Don't I look like such a hippie. Peace people!

Here we are on the only really nice Trolley ride we went on. We had nice seats and it was really pretty seeing the lights from the high streets.

Lombard Street. The crooked Street. We almost didn't stop here, but we were so glad we did. The Hydrangeas planted at the sides of the street were amazing, as were the houses right on the street. Beautiful.

The carousel of Pier 39. They have amazing carousels all through the city. Don't worry, I will only show you this one picture...I really am trying to limit myself, but I just can't.

Dr. Pepper. Did you know that in San Francisco it is hard to find! Poor Travis was more than happy when we found a 7-11 and he got that first pruny swig.

The Sea Lions at the end of the pier. They are loud and put on quite a show!

The View from Yerba Beuna Gardens. What a beautiful City! This is right after I got my hands on Breaking Dawn. (And yes I'm finished-let's discuss!)

Just chillin' in the city.

The girls in their new dresses we bought for them in China Town. Cuties huh! Thanks again mom for keeping them safe while we were gone! She's amazing!

Here are just a few more. The architecture in the city is amazing, the houses are beautiful, the hilly streets are amazing, with beautiful views of the bay. I hope one day we will go back because we both really loved this city!

27

Today is my Birthday. If you have forgotten for some reason, shame on you.

That's a joke. But you may want to write down the date so you don't forget it next year.

That's a joke too.

Anyways, I will admit I love my birthday. I mean really.really.really. love it. My family jokes that July is Birthday month because the parties start early, and last all month long. And I remind them constantly that my day is just around the corner. I can't sleep the night before because I am too excited. Pathetic, I know...but it's just who I am.

And now it's over. Boo.

But I wanted to say thank you to everyone for spoiling me rotten.

The gifts started coming last week when my really amazing in-laws left me some money to take to Boise to go shopping with. They were so thoughtful to send it my way early and let me spoil myself. I'm pretty blessed in the in-law dept. (And can't wait to see you all on Sunday.)

The morning started out with my kids sleeping in till almost 9:00. Heaven. I heard Adyson's footsteps running down the hall, into Sienna's bedroom. Then I heard Sienna say "necklace?" And they both were running into my room.

Adyson had a necklace for me, and Sienna had a gift card for me. And they gave them to me with pure excitement. And if that's not enough to start the day off right, they both crawled in bed with me and we snuggled for a good 20 minutes. (If they only knew that was the best gift I could have gotten...) They sang to me all day. What sweeties I have!

Before noon I had a few great neighbor friends drop gifts by, and my mom brought balloons and took me shopping where I spent some b-day money on myself. It was fun. Seriously. And when I came home, there was a plethora (I like that word) of gifts on my front door. That was fun too. Seriously!

Then tonight we celebrated with my family. Dinner at Cafe Sabor. My pick, because I just can't get enough of those spinach quesadilla's. (We missed you Wolfley fam. We always do!) Even my granny came. Isn't she beautiful? Daddy & EnnaGrandma, Grandpa, and AdsCody, Amy, & SimesGrandma Great (As the great grand kids like to call her)

And the best part? A few months ago Travis and I talked about going somewhere fun, and found a killer deal to San Francisco, and we leave in the morning. What a great B-day gift! I can't wait! So my Birthday month now will last a little longer, because we wont return till August- A girl could get used to this!

So thanks to all of you who made my day special. I felt pretty loved through every phone call, e-mail, surprise, and thought.

Love you all!

Beautiful Breezy

Isn't she just beautiful?

Breje' got a new dress to go with her new funky shoes this weekend, and we decided to do a little photo shoot just for fun. I love this girl, she is such a great example to my kids. She is old enough now that she is just one of the girls and we missed her when she isn't around. And she is as smart as they come!

Love you Breezy!

Seriously, we love July.

Travis and I have really wanted to focus on just having a really great fun week with the kids. And I think we succeeded this week. It has been a really terrific week. And I've taken a million pictures to prove it.

Wednesday night my parents ward, and some of our best friends ward, had a combined swim party at the LAC. We love going there at night because it is much easier on Adyson, and there aren't as many people. And we were thrilled that Amy and Simon decided to join us!

The sexy swimmers. I seriously need to stop posting hot pictures of us, I hate to make you all jealous...The girls and Simon. These happy faces say it all. They seriously love to be together. After swimming we let the girls have a slumber party together in Sienna's room. They only whispered for a bit, and then they slept.

In the morning we packed up to Head to Heather and Jody's house in Mt. Home, Id. (Don't be too jealous of the exotic location.) That's sarcasm... Travis found a few seconds to get some dancing in with Enna bug. Cute huh?

Then we were off for the LONG drive.

It was worth it though because Sienna got to meet the new kittens and Adyson got to hang out with her polar opposite best friend-Kutter. I don't know how those two get along so well...but they do!

Friday the boys woke up early to go golfing, and the girls woke up to go marathon shopping. And it was loads of fun! We girls laugh pretty hard when we are all together. And shop pretty hard too...apparently....

The next night we went miniature golfing. The kids loved it, the rest of us just were worn out from chasing the kids the whole night, and sweaty. It was hot...

Don't they look cute in some of our shopping finds. Sienna's Dress was 3.99...a bargain. And we found one For Brielle too!

She took it pretty seriously. I think Trav my have a little golfer on his hands.

This is right after her hole in one. That's right. A hole in one. (I think dad may have helped.)She had her own "technique." She pretty much just pushed the ball around till it went in the hole. She loved it though.Nice face Dear. Did I mention it was hot?At least one kid was well behaved....And lucky us, after mini-golf there was a 3D Hannah Montana concert. The kids were sooo excited.....but notice Jody got in on the action too.It was a really great weekend! Thank you Heather and Jody for all the laughs, food, and fun. We love you guys!

A tag

It's been a while since I've done a tag-Courtney got me this time. So here you go....

Joys
My kids of course.
Trav too.
A great purse.
Vacations.
A clean house.

Fears
The obvious...:)
Spiders. Just ask Amy... I really hate em.
Anything bad happening to the girlies.

Goals
Be a better person.
Be a better, funner, more patient mom.
Be a better wife.

Current Obsessions
Shoes.
Cars. (We are currently shopping.)
Lighthouse Sesame Ginger salad dressing. mmm. good.
Project Runway. I am thrilled that it just started again...any fans?

Random Surprising Facts
? This one's hard....

I love to read, and once I start a book-I finish it very quickly. Even if I don't like it.
I love to go for long rides in the car. Especially when there is good music.
I make a list a day, sometimes 2 or 3. It's my way of being organized.

I tag anyone who hasn't been tagged before...and anyone who is bored enough to give it a go.

For the record

My links are really ticking me off.

Family pictures

My dear friend who is good at just about everything-took some family pics of us the other day.
Click here to take a peek-and make sure to let Eileen know how talented she is...

Thank you Eileen! You are about the kindest-most talented person I know. And we LOVE them!

Chocolate Milk and the Lamborghini

The Lamborghini

These girls are gonna be the death of me. I swear. :)

About 2 weeks into summer Adyson decided that she really wanted, no needed, a power wheels car. Keep in mind her Birthday isn't until March. So we told her she would have to wait till her next birthday and to be patient.

But Trav's parents saw at a garage sell and couldn't resist, and they brought it over the other night and surprised the girls. They were beyond excited about the hot pink Lamborghini, and Adyson has shown anyone who walks in the front door her new car.

The first night we joked that Adyson drove like a drunk driver...now she is driving like a slightly intoxicated driver...maybe someday soon she will be able to go in a straight line! And, if your wondering, she has hopped the curb too-who knew a Lamborghini could be so tough?

Chocolate Milk

My girls are suckers for painting. They LOVE it. LOVE it. LOVE it. I always buy the little plaster figurines they sell from Wal-Mart (They are like 75 cents). So the other day I let them paint for a while why I was fixing dinner and I hear Sienna say "Look mom, I made chocolate milk." Then I hear a gulp, gulp, gulp. I look up to see her drinking the water she dips her paint brush in-it was indeed the color of chocolate milk.

What in the world am I gonna do with her?