Two daughters and a son

For Spring Break, Rachel and I decided to head down south and visit with Aunt Becky and Andrew.  Luckily for us Rebekah had quit one job and would be starting another in Pleasanton on Wednesday.  So early Saturday morning (couldn't leave Friday as I was helping out at Bailey Caperner's Wedding), so we took off on Saturday morning heading to San Diego.  Aunt Becky is having some concerns with her eye and it wasn't a good day to visit, so we went to see Andrew right off.  It is about 8 or 9 hours to San Diego from our house depending on traffic.  If you want a little secret weapon have Rebekah drive down I-5. That girl can weave and punch and get right where she wants to go.  If the needle went around 90 once in a while I'll just let you know we made it from our house over the grapevine in a little over 4 and a bit hours.  Too bad we stopped. Yes stopped. On the freeway in Los Angeles -3 times - and again just before San Diego.  There is a really interesting phenomenon in southern California.  If you are in the far left lane or the one next to it - you will go slower than the right lanes. Lots of people pull over to the left lanes and then go the speed limit or slower - very maddening.
Arriving in San Diego we found our historic Lafayette Hotel - but the entire street was blocked off due to a beer festival which was located - yes - right in front of the hotel.  The Lafayette Hotel has been restored -- it was a western resort in its heyday - probably the 40's or 50's - maybe 30's? Cool.

Easter Rabbits!  Notice, the ears are the first to go

On Sunday morning we headed over to Coronado Beach had a leisurely time. Rachel explored and found little treasures, Rebekah enjoyed a long walk, while Andrew studied his Sunday School lesson. A little dip into the ocean and then we left for church.

Where do the really thick shells come from? We only found bits, no whole shells of the very thick shells. Lots of fun colors. Lots of little shells. The sand in the water had gold glistening like glitter - since real gold is heavy we couldn't figure out why it was so sparkly all along the beach. 

Actually he did study and gave us a little preview - but osmosis is an interesting concept

Nothing like an invigorating dip!

Two daughters and a son

We went to see this veteran memorial, black curved walls held veterans from different wars and all over - even Churchill from England.  Andrew says there is a law suit to take down the cross. The view from all sides was spectacular.

Andrew is in a really good place - physically and mentally.  He enjoys law school, he is close to the ocean, has an interesting law job and a flexible paying job.  He has a very nice roommate and a good ward job. He looks and acts happy and San Diego has so many interesting sites, places, and interesting people. He is challenged and loving it and it was great to see him!

Happy Birthday Nate on Easter Day

I wonder how many times Easter will actually be on Nate's (or Rachel's) birthday?  It was nice that he called us while everyone was together so he could talk to everyone. I'll have to post Jayson's newest clip, we thought he was soooo funny! 

A Really Nice Monday Morning!

Although we can't say that too often - this was great:

Magic Mountain - the girls rode most of the rides you can see

A perfect day to go to an amusement park!  Not too hot, not cold at all and short lines.  The girls got right into the first ride and then the second, third, fourth.....etc......after a while it was hard to tell if they were having fun anymore.  

They said the rides were starting to feel the same and they both had headaches etc.  Maybe there is a reason they have half hour and longer waits at most times. So we left for home early and got home shortly before 10 at night. 

Hope everyone had a good Easter!