Tuesday, December 2, 2008

A Day at Disneyland


This year we spent Thanksgiving in California with my sister Kimberly and her family. We had a great time. Since the weekend marked some big milestones for our family (Dallin's 5th birthday and our 10th wedding anniversary) we decided to spend a day at Disneyland. It turned out to be a great experience. This is a picture of Dal sportin' the birthday button that Aunt Kim picked up for him.



These two are great buddies. Both seem happy to be at the "Happiest Place on Earth"






Splash Mountain was a favorite for all. After our third time down, we decided to get creative. I love that Kim and Caleb made the exact same face.

After our first time down Splash Mountain Caleb had ducked for the great fall. When we hit the bottom he popped up and said, "I don't know why they call it Splash Mountain, I didn't even get wet." At that moment a wave splashed over the side of the log and smacked him in the face. The timing could not have been better. We laughed about it all day long.



Two little monkies in Tarzan's hut.


Dallin wasn't sure what to think of this guy.

Jedi training was a hit. Both Caleb and Dallin were chosen from the crowd of screaming young Jedi's to practice with the master trainer. Caleb's eagerness to train was evident and consequently he was one of the first chosen. For some tense moments Dallin sat back with equal eagerness, but a little more reserve, waiting to see if he was going to be selected. The combined FORCE of Uncle Steve, Aunt Kim, and Mom's will, along with Dad throwing him up and down for visibility resulted in him being chosen next to last.



After training, the young Jedi's were able to test their new skills on the real bad guys. Caleb and Dallin both fought well and the Jedi's were victorious in the end. Caleb, however, informed us that it is much easier to defeat the dark side on Star Wars Lego video games then in real life.

While the older boys were busy defeating the dark side, Blake invested his efforts in defeating his cousin, Sienna, in a war over cheese puffs. Poor Sienna is an only child not accustom to the quick hands and cunning technique of a third child in an all boy family. Sorry baby girl!

4 comments:

Blackburns said...

I am so glad you were able to come visit and go to Disneyland. We should do it again sometime.

Michelle Arnett said...

It's hard for me to find kids who are as cute as my own. . I must say that you have some might beautiful children! Love the pictures of you guys jumping. . and you are definitely cool for just taking those pics!

Willis Family said...

If I had a wish...and it involved being able to have 3 boys of my choosing...I think your three would be my perfect match. I have NEVER seen a baby smile for the camera as much as that sweet little Blake. Love you guys! Looks like a ton of fun...wish we could've joined ya!!!

Anonymous said...

Looks like so much fun!!!!!!!! We will for sure have to get out there soon!