Another Year Down...

Well, good-bye to age 32 and hello to age 33. Thanks to all my friends and family for helping me usher in the next year in style this weekend. My wife was not afraid to hook me up the entire weekend. Homemade coffee cake, BBQ steaks, sushi date night, Summerland Beach Cafe, and a Woody's party with all my pals! She's too kind. (I also think she's worried about me being underweight!)

We hosted homegroup last week and observed some pretty cute "Abby-Vera" moments. Julie & Scott teamed up to capture this picture. Thanks guys!

More Magic

Here's a few more pictures from Walt's World. We forgot about doing a family group shot til it was parade time. The troops look a bit frazzled at this point but we were glad we stuck it out!


Abby said this kiddy coaster in toon town made her top 4!


Aaron acted like Small World was in his top 4!


Toon Town bliss.


Hanging in a honey pot on the Pooh Bear ride.

Princesses & Rollercoasters

Today was a pretty amazing day. Took an impromptu trip to the House of Mouse with both kiddos. It was easily the best day of Abby's life--no shocker there! Surprisingly, Aaron had way more fun than we thought possible. He was so into all the "eye candy" throughout the day. Plus, who knew you could take a baby on several of the rides!?! Aaron was particulary fond of Pirates of the Carribean.

The biggest surprise was I found a deeper love for my children than I thought I had. I knew they meant the world to me but something about the thrill of Abby's day allowed me to feel something deeper in my affection for her. No Matterhorn. No Space Mountain. No Star Tours. We stuck with the "under 36 inches" categories. Somehow, it didn't bother me at all. I was 100% focused on lighting up my child's day--and it was a complete joy. I didn't feel it a sacrifice, but more of a way to experience joy for myself even deeper. I was reminded in a new way of how my parents, and ultimately, my Heavenly Father feels for me.

It was a good day. Video is coming soon....

Abby's still smiling at the end of the day!

Spring Time Fun

I took a walk to the beach with both kids last weekend. Here's some highlights.


Aaron's looking cool in his hat.


Even though we weren't there to swim, Abby had a great time with the rocks.


She's a cutie.


By the time we reached the beach, Aaron feel asleep in his carrier. (which made him heavier!)

Finally, the 2006 Christmas Tree Hunt Movie

I usually make this movie every December. I guess I was too busy not sleeping. Truth is, Aaron still wakes me up for a bottle most nights, but I did find some time to finally put this movie together. Hey, March is only a few months after December, right?!