Sunday, October 16, 2011

Hawaii

This is an EXTREMELY overdue post considering Halloween is upon us, but better late than never, right? We were so blessed to be able to go to Kauai with my entire family for a week in the beginning of August. I will let the pictures do most of the talking, but it goes without saying we had amazing time. Kyleen was an absolute champ on both flights, and was a fantastic roommate the entire week in our hotel room. :) Part of my delay in getting these pictures up was the lack of photos from the entire trip (because I obviously lag at remembering to capture every moment!). I still have every intention of getting more photos from my mom and Bek but this will do for now.

Wild roosters freely roam all over the island. Kyleen was equally excited for every single rooster we came across.



We had such a great time being official tourists and going to a Luau one night. Kyleen was absolutely mesmerized by the show and dancing.

This is her observing how to play a traditional Hawaiian game with these balls- always the learner for sure.

Pretty Ladies!










I have never been to a place SO green! The first amazing waterfall we saw...



As you can see, Kyleen was riveted by the waterfall.

Waterfall #2


After waking up from above nap... you can she see is thrilled by the views.

Enjoying a relaxing day on the beach at our hotel...



Hike in Princeville


Zooming in on Grandma and Kyleen playing in the sand from way up high on our hike.



Everyone headed back after a few miles, but Dan and Michelle kept on going and took a few honeymoon shots along the way!





Hiking into Queen's Bath... amazing sea turtles!






Train ride to see and feed the animals!








Absurd Coy pond feeding!




Can we go back? Aloha!

Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Palm Springs

Where is the ideal place to go to beat the heat??? My family consistently thinks summer is a great time to visit Palm Springs. Despite the ridiculously hot temps, Kyleen and I loved relaxing for a whole week out there. Dan and my family came and went over the course of the week but we just spent the whole time relaxing at the pool.








Nothing is better than ranch!


Looking for bunnies at night on the golf course


Auntie Chel is crazy!




Loved the 'splash area'



Rough day by the pool.



Summer Recap

Well... clearly we've been having too much fun to blog! I can hardly believe summer is just about over. Here is a quick sampling of all the fun we've been having...


Are you loving those pigtails as much as I am??




Hmm... big sister in the making?!?


Congratulations Auntie Cindy!




We went to the Del Mar Fair at the end of June, and Kyleen loved checking out all of the animals there.


Checking out the school bus with Auntie Cindy


Loving her best buddy, Casey



Nothing beats impromptu water fun at Grandma's!



Our short attempt at swim lessons in our backyard.