Camping with the Mallory Family In Clear Lake

A couple weeks ago, Connor and I ventured to Clear Lake with Poppy and Mimi. Poppy's family (The Mallory Side) has an annual family reunion at cousin Kim's beautiful property in Clear Lake. We had a blast getting to know our family better and listening to stories from the past. We did a lot of boating, Connor and Poppy fished, and enjoyed barbequing with the family. There were lots of fun activities that Connor enjoyed, like swinging, playing horseshoes, basketball, soccer, etc. A fun time was had by all!

Swim Lessons!

We're enjoying swiming lessons this summer! For the last two weeks, Connor and I enjoyed the Mommy and Me class. It was especially fun because our good friends, Danielle and Sophia joined us. We're already on Session 2 and Connor has moved up to the Starfish class, in which he participates without me! Today was day 2, and he's doing a great job! He loves his teacher, Celeste, and he's having a blast playing games and learning swimming techinques. He is doing really well at following directions and participating. After each lesson, he says, "I love swimming lessons. I want to go again and again."

Mallory's Graduation at UCLA!

My baby sister graduated from UCLA this weekend. I couldn't be prouder of her. UCLA is one of the top university's in the country and she has made us all so proud! Mallory- you shined at your graduation ceremony and I know you will continue to shine your light through your life... you are going to change this world! I love you!

Disneyland!

This past week, we had a wonderful vacation to Disneyland/California Adventure and Mallory's graduation at UCLA. We drove down Monday and stayed at the Sheraton Garden Grove. Mallory joined us at Disneyland for the first day and then Poppy, Mimi, Michael, Connor and I continued to California Adventure the next day and Disneyland again the following day. We had a fabulous time and it was truly magical to see the excitement and joy through Connor's eyes! We missed Mandy and Chad, who had to stay home since Mandy is on bed rest with her pregnancy but we sent frequent updates to them with pictures of Connor enjoying the parks.

Here's Poppy, Mimi, and Connor exploring Tom Sawyer's Island... note Poppy and Mimi are joining Connor in his favorite photo pose!

The family flying through California Adventure.

Here's Poppy and Connor at Innoventions finding out what Connor will looks like at age 80.

My Toy Story Super Heros!

The Claw!!

Connor wasn't afraid of the characters... he even gave Goofy a kiss!