Headaches and Happenings: If Only Every Day Could Be A Beautiful Weekend

We were attacked by beautiful weather this weekend and I was easily reminded of why I truly love living in Southern California. The rest of the country is currently being pummelled with icy winter storms, and we are exchanging our jeans and t-shirts for bathing suits. Why would I possibly want to live anywhere else? Sure we have our share of earthquakes, grid lock traffic, and an insane cost of living...but hey, I have tan lines in January!
Emily is learning all about arctic animals and and ice in school this month. She begged us all last week to take her to see the walruses and polar bears at Sea World. I'm not one to disappoint, so we took the girls on Saturday. It was nice having Corey along, a treat we don't normally have. I usually just cruise there with the girls on the occasional week day. We don't get to watch any of the shows typically because I'm by myself and they don't allow strollers in the stadiums. I'm not crazy enough to drag two small children into a crowded stadium and then hike up to the top where I know I wont get splashed by frigid "Shamu" water. So, because Daddy was there, we got to see Shamu! Emily was thrilled and had the "Shamu Chant" down pat by the end of the performance. Here are just a few photos of our day there.

The Beluga Whale Exhibit

Emily carried the park map around the whole time, directing us to where she wanted to go.

Sisters are the best!

On Sunday, we hit the sand. It was a wonderful day at the beach, and I was excited that Corey was around to enjoy another great day with the girls. Our time with him is quickly dwindling and its nice that he gets to enjoy "Summer" activities with the girls in January. The focus is family right now. It definitely helps you appreciate all the little things that typically go unnoticed, when you know your time is limited.