Santa Barbara Trip

We had a lot of fun the last couple of days in Santa Barbara. Its only an hour from our house. We drove down the most beautiful highways, including the 101 driving right along the coastline:) The beach was so much fun. At first Olivia was jumping around going crazy, then she was all worried about being dirty with sand all over her! Gabi loved the water and wanted to go in all the way. Hey, at least she was willing to walk to get over there! Plus, they loved trying to find shells. Okay, I have to say that the west coast is very beautiful, but its beaches have nothing on the east coast. Now, the view with the mountains and the beach in one shot...you've got that on us!







Our first adventure was to go on the pier and see the birds and boats. It was amazing how close the birds would let you get without flying away. The girls thought it was fun and the view was gorgeous!

Gabi girl!

Gabi is getting her personality...with the example of her sister, Gabi is learning to hold her own! She is so vocal and loves putting things together. She is even sleeping in a big girl bed! It was sad, but we hated to bring the crib out when we really didn't have the room. She is doing great though. I think her favorite thing to do is put together puzzles. She is closer and closer to walking on her own. She definitely has the stairs down pat!

Preschool!

So, I have been searching for preschools. I finally did let her try one out for a day and ended up signing her up at a different school. She starts next week and is so excited! On her trial day, I cried for about an hour after I dropped her off...my little baby! She is growing up so fast!

Is that Snow White?

We have finally participated in some fun Halloween activities, now that we are somewhat settled. Our gym had a Halloween carnival, dinner and trick or treating around the gym. Our neighbor let Olivia borrow her Snow White dress and she insisted on wearing it to the party. She is adorable!

Getting Settled in CA!

Hey everyone! Well, its official...we moved into our new house in Valencia, CA on Wednesday and are already unpacked except for my room! My life has basically consisted of a few words...BOXES, CHAOS, NO SLEEP, TRAMPOLINE, EATING OUT, NO EXERCISE! But, I must say that I am so happy here! The weather is perfect, I love my new house, my neighbors are great and we loved Church today! I have already found someone to watch Gabi and I'm still deciding on a preschool for Olivia.

We bought Olivia a trampoline and she has spent most of her time here jumping and playing with Gabi in their new playroom. I love the layout of the house...its just perfect for our family. I can see why people pay so much to live in this beautiful place...its paradise!

Just to top it off, I went for a run last night for the first time and right by my house there is miles and miles of running trails that go all different directions that give me the perfect change up so I don't get bored. Its also great for us to all ride bikes or go on walks. For all of you who love In & Out Burger, there is one a down the street from my house. We have already found a favorite restaurant and can't wait for visitors to come so we can take you there!

People have asked for pics of the house, so here are a few of the downstairs. I still have stuff sitting out b/c I'm trying to figure out where I want everything. I'll put more on of the upstairs later. Love you all!