The 3 day weekend and the proximity to Wes' first birthday provided all the incentive we needed to fly out, escape the cold and enjoy some grandson time. For icing on the proverbial cake, all flights were on time and our "stuff" actually accompanied us the whole way. The only issue was the airport screeners had trouble identifying the plastic birthday cake toy that we transported with us. A good laugh was had by everyone in line.
While in California:
We babysat for an afternoon and took a small 6 mile walk around town, visiting the little zoo and museum, walking down streets that had flowers coming up (hey we live in the cold and it was great seeing spring!) went out to lunch and walked across campus. We went hiking on some fun local trails. viewed butterflies and walked through the fog.
Here Wes is playing the drums on my head as we walk down the road. He stayed in that position for just a short time before he had to walk on his own.
Wes is checking out the animal exhibits with Grandma. Notice the intent looking baby checking out the raccoon.
Another California day was spent hiking through the fog slowly climbing up out of the clouds.
One really fun place we visited was to check out the Monarch butterflies hanging out enjoying the California winter. Here Wes and dad are checking out the butterflies high in the trees.
And, no matter when or where, Wes will always enjoy a reading a book with Grandma.
